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2018 TAURUS Owner’s Manual

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September 2017

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Owner’s Manual

Taurus

Litho in U.S.A.

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The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission. Errors and omissions excepted.

Part Number: 201708 20170814113602

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Introduction

About This Manual...........................................7

Symbols Glossary.............................................7

Data Recording..................................................9

California Proposition 65..............................11

Perchlorate.........................................................11

Ford Credit..........................................................11

Replacement Parts

Recommendation.......................................12

Special Notices................................................12

Mobile Communications

Equipment.....................................................13

Export Unique Options..................................13

Environment

Protecting the Environment........................15

At a Glance

Instrument Panel Overview........................16

Child Safety

General Information.......................................18

Installing Child Restraints............................19

Booster Seats..................................................25

Child Restraint Positioning..........................27

Child Safety Locks.........................................28

Seatbelts

Principle of Operation..................................30

Fastening the Seatbelts................................31

Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................32

Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator

Chime.............................................................33

Seatbelt Reminder.........................................33

Child Restraint and Seatbelt

Maintenance................................................35

Seatbelt Extension........................................35

Personal Safety System™

Personal Safety System™..........................37

Supplementary Restraints

System

Principle of Operation..................................38

Driver and Passenger Airbags...................39

Front Passenger Sensing System............40

Side Airbags.....................................................42

Safety Canopy™............................................43

Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......44

Airbag Disposal...............................................45

Keys and Remote Controls

General Information on Radio

Frequencies.................................................46

Remote Control..............................................46

Replacing a Lost Key or Remote

Control...........................................................50

MyKey™

Principle of Operation...................................51

Creating a MyKey............................................52

Clearing All MyKeys.......................................53

Checking MyKey System Status...............54

Using MyKey With Remote Start

Systems.........................................................55

MyKey Troubleshooting...............................55

Doors and Locks

Locking and Unlocking.................................57

Keyless Entry...................................................60

Interior Luggage Compartment

Release..........................................................62

Security

Passive Anti-Theft System........................64

Anti-Theft Alarm............................................65

Steering Wheel

Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles

With: Manual Adjustable Steering

Column..........................................................66

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Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles

With: Power Adjustable Steering

Column..........................................................66

Audio Control...................................................67

Voice Control...................................................68

Cruise Control.................................................68

Information Display Control......................68

Heated Steering Wheel...............................68

Pedals

Adjusting the Pedals....................................69

Wipers and Washers

Windshield Wipers.........................................70

Autowipers........................................................70

Windshield Washers.......................................71

Lighting

General Information......................................72

Lighting Control...............................................72

Autolamps.........................................................73

Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................73

Headlamp Exit Delay....................................74

Daytime Running Lamps.............................74

Automatic High Beam Control..................74

Direction Indicators........................................75

Interior Lamps.................................................76

Windows and Mirrors

Power Windows...............................................77

Global Opening...............................................78

Exterior Mirrors................................................78

Interior Mirror...................................................80

Sun Visors.........................................................80

Sun Shades......................................................80

Moonroof............................................................81

Instrument Cluster

Gauges...............................................................82

Warning Lamps and Indicators................84

Audible Warnings and Indicators.............87

Information Displays

General Information.....................................88

Information Messages..................................97

Climate Control

Manual Climate Control............................108

Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles

With: AM/FM/CD.....................................109

Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles

With: Premium AM/FM/CD...................110

Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles

With: Sony Audio System.......................112

Hints on Controlling the Interior

Climate..........................................................113

Heated Windows and Mirrors...................116

Cabin Air Filter................................................116

Remote Start...................................................117

Seats

Sitting in the Correct Position...................118

Head Restraints.............................................118

Manual Seats.................................................120

Power Seats.....................................................121

Memory Function.........................................124

Rear Seats.......................................................125

Heated Seats..................................................126

Climate Controlled Seats...........................127

Rear Seat Armrest........................................127

Universal Garage Door

Opener

Universal Garage Door Opener...............129

Auxiliary Power Points

Auxiliary Power Points................................133

Storage Compartments

Center Console..............................................134

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Overhead Console........................................134

Starting and Stopping the

Engine

General Information....................................135

Ignition Switch...............................................135

Keyless Starting.............................................135

Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................136

Engine Block Heater....................................138

Fuel and Refueling

Safety Precautions......................................140

Fuel Quality - E85........................................140

Fuel Quality - Gasoline...............................142

Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................142

Running Out of Fuel.....................................142

Refueling..........................................................144

Fuel Consumption.......................................146

Engine Emission Control

Emission Law.................................................148

Catalytic Converter......................................149

Transmission

Automatic Transmission............................152

All-Wheel Drive

Using All-Wheel Drive.................................156

Brakes

General Information....................................163

Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock

Brakes...........................................................163

Parking Brake.................................................164

Hill Start Assist..............................................164

Traction Control

Principle of Operation................................166

Using Traction Control...............................166

Stability Control

Principle of Operation.................................167

Using Stability Control...............................168

Parking Aids

Principle of Operation.................................170

Rear Parking Aid............................................170

Active Park Assist...........................................171

Rear View Camera........................................175

Cruise Control

Principle of Operation.................................179

Using Cruise Control....................................179

Using Adaptive Cruise Control................180

Driving Aids

Driver Alert......................................................186

Lane Keeping System.................................187

Blind Spot Information System..............192

Cross Traffic Alert.........................................194

Steering............................................................197

Collision Warning System..........................197

Load Carrying

Load Limit......................................................200

Towing

Towing a Trailer............................................205

Recommended Towing Weights...........206

Essential Towing Checks..........................207

Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......209

Driving Hints

Breaking-In......................................................210

Economical Driving......................................210

Driving Through Water.................................211

Floor Mats.........................................................211

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Roadside Emergencies

Roadside Assistance...................................213

Hazard Flashers.............................................214

Fuel Shutoff....................................................214

Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................215

Post-Crash Alert System............................217

Transporting the Vehicle............................217

Customer Assistance

Getting the Services You Need................219

In California (U.S. Only)............................220

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto

Line Program (U.S. Only).......................221

Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration

Program (Canada Only)........................222

Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and

Canada........................................................222

Ordering Additional Owner's

Literature.....................................................223

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.

Only).............................................................224

Reporting Safety Defects (Canada

Only).............................................................224

Fuses

Fuse Specification Chart..........................226

Changing a Fuse...........................................235

Maintenance

General Information....................................237

Opening and Closing the Hood...............237

Under Hood Overview - 2.0L

EcoBoost™................................................239

Under Hood Overview - 3.5L

Duratec.......................................................240

Under Hood Overview - 3.5L

Ecoboost™.................................................241

Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L

EcoBoost™................................................242

Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L Duratec/3.5L

Ecoboost™................................................242

Engine Oil Check..........................................242

Oil Change Indicator Reset......................244

Engine Coolant Check...............................244

Automatic Transmission Fluid Check -

2.0L EcoBoost™......................................248

Automatic Transmission Fluid Check -

3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost™..........248

Brake Fluid Check........................................252

Power Steering Fluid Check.....................252

Washer Fluid Check....................................252

Fuel Filter........................................................253

Changing the 12V Battery.........................253

Checking the Wiper Blades......................255

Changing the Wiper Blades.....................255

Adjusting the Headlamps........................256

Changing a Bulb...........................................257

Bulb Specification Chart..........................258

Changing the Engine Air Filter................260

Vehicle Care

General Information....................................261

Cleaning Products........................................261

Cleaning the Exterior...................................261

Waxing.............................................................262

Cleaning the Engine....................................263

Cleaning the Windows and Wiper

Blades..........................................................263

Cleaning the Interior...................................264

Cleaning the Instrument Panel and

Instrument Cluster Lens.......................264

Cleaning Leather Seats.............................265

Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............265

Cleaning the Wheels..................................265

Vehicle Storage............................................266

Wheels and Tires

General Information...................................268

Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................268

Tire Care..........................................................274

Using Summer Tires...................................287

Using Snow Chains.....................................287

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........288

Changing a Road Wheel...........................292

Technical Specifications...........................297

Capacities and Specific-

ations

Engine Specifications - 2.0L

EcoBoost™...............................................298

Engine Specifications - 3.5L

Duratec........................................................298

Engine Specifications - 3.5L

Ecoboost™................................................299

Motorcraft Parts - 2.0L EcoBoost™.....300

Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Duratec..............301

Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost™......302

Vehicle Identification Number................303

Vehicle Certification Label.......................304

Transmission Code Designation............304

Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L

EcoBoost™...............................................305

Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L

Duratec.......................................................308

Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L

Ecoboost™.................................................313

Audio System

General Information....................................318

Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/

CD...................................................................319

Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/

FM/CD..........................................................324

Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/

CD..................................................................325

Satellite Radio...............................................327

Audio Input Jack...........................................329

USB Port.........................................................330

Media Hub......................................................330

SYNC™

General Information...................................332

Using Voice Recognition...........................334

Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............337

SYNC™ Applications and Services......350

SYNC™ AppLink™......................................352

Using SYNC™ With Your Media

Player...........................................................354

SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................364

SYNC™ 3

General Information....................................373

Home Screen................................................386

Using Voice Recognition...........................387

Entertainment..............................................394

Climate............................................................403

Phone...............................................................407

Navigation.......................................................412

Apps.................................................................420

Settings...........................................................423

SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting......................437

Accessories

Accessories.....................................................451

Ford Protect

Ford Protect...................................................453

Scheduled Maintenance

General Maintenance Information.......455

Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........458

Special Operating Conditions Scheduled

Maintenance..............................................461

Scheduled Maintenance Record...........463

Appendices

End User License Agreement..................473

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you know about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from driving it.

WARNING

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and

injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

Note: This manual describes product features and options available throughout the range of available models, sometimes even before they are generally available. It may describe options not fitted to the vehicle you have purchased.

Note: Some of the illustrations in this manual may show features as used in different models, so may appear different to you on your vehicle.

Note: Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable laws and regulations.

Note: Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral part of your vehicle.

This manual may qualify the location of a component as left-hand side or right-hand side. The side is determined when facing forward in the seat.

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Right-hand side.A Left-hand side.B

SYMBOLS GLOSSARY

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Air conditioning system

E231157

Air conditioning system lubricant type

Anti-lock braking system

Avoid smoking, flames or sparks

Battery

Battery acid

Brake fluid - non petroleum based

Brake system

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Cabin air filter

Check fuel cap

Child safety door lock or unlock

Child seat lower anchor

Child seat tether anchor

E71340

Cruise control

Do not open when hot

Engine air filter

Engine coolant

Engine coolant temperature

Engine oil

Explosive gas

Fan warning

Fasten seatbelt

E231160

Flammable

Front airbag

Front fog lamps

Fuel pump reset

Fuse compartment

Hazard warning flashers

Heated rear window

Heated windshield

Interior luggage compartment release

Jack

Keep out of reach of children

Lighting control

Low tire pressure warning

Maintain correct fluid level

Note operating instructions

Panic alarm

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E139213

Parking aid

Parking brake

Power steering fluid

Power windows front/rear

Power window lockout

E231159

Requires registered technician

Safety alert

See Owner's Manual

E231158

See Service Manual

Service engine soon

Side airbag

Shield the eyes

E138639

Stability control

Windshield wash and wipe

DATA RECORDING

Service Data Recording

Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company (Ford of Canada in Canada), and service and repair facilities may access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle. Additionally, Ford Motor Company (Ford of Canada, in Canada) may, where permitted by law, use vehicle diagnostic information for vehicle improvement or with other information we may have about you, (for example, your contact information), to offer you products or services that may interest you. Data may be provided to our service providers such as part suppliers that may help diagnose malfunctions, and who are similarly obligated to protect data. We retain this data only as long as necessary to perform these functions or to comply with law. We may provide information where required in response to official requests to law enforcement or other government authorities or third parties acting with lawful authority or court order, and such information may be used in legal proceedings. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use connected apps and services, such as SYNC Vehicle Health Report or MyFord Mobile App, you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used to provide

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services to you, personalizing your experience, troubleshoot, and to improve products and services and offer you products and services that may interest you, where permitted by law. For Canada only, for more information, please review the Ford of Canada privacy policy at www.ford.ca, including our U.S. data storage and use of service providers in other jurisdictions who may be subject to legal requirements in Canada, the United States and other countries applicable to them, for example, lawful requirements to disclose personal information to governmental authorities in those countries. See SYNC™ (page 332).

Event Data Recording

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder. The main purpose of an event data recorder is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle; this data will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The event data recorder is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.

The event data recorder in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; and

• How fast the vehicle was traveling; and

• Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

Note: Event data recorder data is

recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the event data recorder under normal driving conditions and no personal data or information (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded (see limitations regarding 911 Assist and Traffic, directions and Information privacy below). However, parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the event data recorder data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

To read data recorded by an event data recorder, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the event data recorder is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have such special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the event data recorder. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.

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Note: Including to the extent that any

law pertaining to Event Data Recorders applies to SYNC or its features, please note the following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911 Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of being used to electronically or verbally provide to 911 operators the vehicle location (such as latitude and longitude), and/or other details about the vehicle or crash or personal information about the occupants to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not want to disclose this information, do not activate the 911 Assist feature. See SYNC™ (page 332).

Additionally, when you connect to Traffic, Directions and Information (if equipped, U.S. only), the service uses GPS technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle’s current location, travel direction, and speed (“vehicle travel information”), only to help provide you with the directions, traffic reports, or business searches that you request. If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. For more information, see Traffic, Directions and Information, Terms and Conditions. See SYNC™

(page 332).

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

WARNINGS

Some constituents of engine exhaust, certain vehicle components,

certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Battery posts, terminals and related

accessories contain lead and lead

compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. Wash your hands after handling.

PERCHLORATE

Certain components in your vehicle such as airbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners and remote control batteries may contain perchlorate material. Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal.

For more information visit:

Web Address

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard-

ouswaste/perchlorate

FORD CREDIT

US Only

Ford Credit offers a full range of financing and lease plans to help you acquire your vehicle. If you have financed or leased your vehicle through Ford Credit, thank you for your business.

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We offer a number of convenient ways for you to contact us, and to manage your account.

Call 1-800-727-7000. For more information about Ford Credit

and access to Account Manager, go to www.ford.com/finance.

REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION

We have built your vehicle to the highest standards using quality parts. We recommend that you demand the use of genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts whenever your vehicle requires scheduled maintenance or repair. You can clearly identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or Motorcraft branding on the parts or their packaging.

Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs

One of the best ways for you to make sure that your vehicle provides years of service is to have it maintained in line with our recommendations using parts that conform to the specifications detailed in this Owner’s Manual. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meet or exceed these specifications.

Collision Repairs

We hope that you never experience a collision, but accidents do happen. Genuine Ford replacement collision parts meet our stringent requirements for fit, finish, structural integrity, corrosion protection and dent resistance. During

vehicle development we validate that these parts deliver the intended level of protection as a whole system. A great way to know for sure you are getting this level of protection is to use genuine Ford replacement collision parts.

Warranty on Replacement Parts

Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement parts are the only replacement parts that benefit from a Ford Warranty. The Ford Warranty may not cover damage caused to your vehicle as a result of failed non-Ford parts. For additional information, refer to the terms and conditions of the Ford Warranty.

SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, see the Warranty Manual that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Manual.

Special Instructions

For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.

WARNINGS

You risk death or serious injury to yourself and others if you do not

follow the instruction highlighted by the warning symbol. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

NEVER use a rearward facing child

restraint on a seat protected by an

ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur.

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On Board Diagnostics Data Link Connector

WARNING

Do not connect wireless plug-in devices to the data link connector.

Unauthorized third parties could gain access to vehicle data and impair the performance of safety related systems. Only allow repair facilities that follow our service and repair instructions to connect their equipment to the data link connector.

Your vehicle has an OBD Data Link Connector (DLC) that is used in conjunction with a diagnostic scan tool for vehicle diagnostics, repairs and reprogramming services. Installing an aftermarket device that uses the DLC during normal driving for purposes such as remote insurance company monitoring, transmission of vehicle data to other devices or entities, or altering the performance of the vehicle, may cause interference with or even damage to vehicle systems. We do not recommend or endorse the use of aftermarket plug-in devices unless approved by Ford. The vehicle Warranty will not cover damage caused by an aftermarket plug-in device.

MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

WARNING

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and

Using mobile communications equipment is becoming increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, you must not compromise your own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile communication equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and portable two-way radios.

EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner’s Manual. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features,

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recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s Manual is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for export. Refer to this Owner’s

Manual for all other required information and warnings.

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PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

You should play your part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim.

For details about Ford Motor Company's sustainability progress and initiatives visit:

Web Address

www.sustainability.ford.com

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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW

E231247

Air vent.A Wiper lever. See Windshield Wipers (page 70).B Direction indicators. See Direction Indicators (page 75).C Information display control. See Information Display Control (page 68).D Instrument cluster. See Instrument Cluster (page 82).E Information display control. See Information Display Control (page 68).F Audio system. See Audio System (page 318).G Hazard flasher switch. See Hazard Flashers (page 214).H Information and entertainment display.I Passenger airbag indicator light. See Front Passenger Sensing System (page

40).

Luggage compartment switch. See Locking and Unlocking (page 57).K Climate controls. See Climate Control (page 108).L Keyless start button. See Keyless Starting (page 135).M

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Audio control. See Audio Control (page 67).N Horn.O Steering wheel adjustment See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 66).P Hood release. See Opening and Closing the Hood (page 237).Q Cruise control switches. See Using Cruise Control (page 179).R Lighting control. See Lighting Control (page 72).S

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GENERAL INFORMATION

See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children.

WARNINGS

Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is

appropriate for their height, age and weight. Child safety restraints must be bought separately from your vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child.

All children are shaped differently.

The National Highway Traffic Safety

Administration and other safety organizations, base their recommendations for child restraints on probable child height, age and weight thresholds, or on the minimum requirements of the law. We recommend that you check with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety

WARNINGS

Technician (CPST) to make sure that you properly install the child restraint in your vehicle and that you consult your pediatrician to make sure you have a child restraint appropriate for your child. To locate a child restraint fitting station and CPST, contact NHTSA toll free at 1-888-327-4236 or go to www.nhtsa.dot.gov. In Canada, contact Transport Canada toll free at 1-800-333-0371 or go to www.tc.gc.ca to find a Child Car Seat Clinic in your area. Failure to properly restrain children in child restraints made especially for their height, age and weight, may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child.

On hot days, the temperature inside the vehicle can rise very quickly.

Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk.

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Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children

Recommended restraint

type

Child size, height, weight, or ageChild

Use a child safety seat

(sometimes called an

infant carrier, convertible

seat, or toddler seat).

Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less

(generally age four or younger).

Infants or

toddlers

Use a belt-positioning

booster seat.

Children who have outgrown or no longer

properly fit in a child safety seat (gener-

ally children who are less than 4 ft. 9 in.

(1.45 m) tall, are greater than age four

and less than age 12, and between 40 lb

(18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg) and upward to

100 lb (45 kg) if recommended by your

child restraint manufacturer).

Small children

Use a vehicle safety belt having the lap belt snug and low across the hips,

shoulder belt centered

across the shoulder and

chest, and seatback

upright.

Children who have outgrown or no longer

properly fit in a belt-positioning booster seat (generally children who are at least

4 ft. 9 in. (1.45 m) tall or greater than

80 lb (36 kg) or 100 lb (45 kg) if recom-

mended by child restraint manufacturer).

Larger children

• You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the United States and Canada.

• Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight, a height of 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters) tall, or 80 lb (36 kg). Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements about the safety of children in your vehicle.

• When possible, always properly restrain children 12 years of age and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. See

Front Passenger Sensing System

(page 40).

INSTALLING CHILD RESTRAINTS

Child Seats

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Use a child safety seat (sometimes called an infant carrier, convertible seat, or toddler seat) for infants, toddlers, or children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally age four or younger).

Using Lap and Shoulder Belts

WARNINGS

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never place a

rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the child restraint is installed all the way back.

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a

child restraint. Properly restrain

children 12 and under in the rear seat whenever possible.

Depending on where you secure a

child restraint, and depending on the

child restraint design, you may block access to certain seatbelt buckle assemblies and LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, make sure occupants only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained.

When installing a child safety seat with combination lap and shoulder belts:

• Use the correct seatbelt buckle for that

seating position.

• Insert the belt tongue into the proper

buckle until you hear a click and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.

• Keep the buckle release button

pointing up and away from the safety seat, with the tongue between the child restraint and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling.

• Place the vehicle seat upon which the child restraint will be installed in the upright position.

• Put the seatbelt in the automatic locking mode. See Step 5. This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip.

Perform the following steps when installing the child restraint with combination lap and shoulder belts:

Note: Although the child restraint illustrated is a forward facing child restraint, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child restraint.

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1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt.

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2. After positioning the child safety seat in the proper seating position, pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together behind the belt tongue.

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3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child restraint according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted.

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4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a click and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it.

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5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until you pull all of the belt out.

Note: The automatic locking mode is available on the front passenger and rear seats.

6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt clicks as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 5 and 6.

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8. Remove remaining slack from the belt. Force the seat down with extra weight, for example, by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order to force slack from the belt. This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that exists once the extra weight of the child is added to the child restraint. It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child restraint to your vehicle. Sometimes, a slight lean toward the buckle provides extra help to remove remaining slack from the belt.

9. Attach the tether strap (if the child restraint is equipped).

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10. Before placing the child in the seat,

forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back. There should be no more than 1 in (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation.

We recommend checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician to make certain the child restraint is properly installed. In Canada, check with Transport Canada for referral to a Child Car Seat Clinic.

Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)

WARNINGS

Do not attach two child safety restraints to the same anchor. In a

crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety restraint attachments and may break, causing serious injury or death.

Depending on where you secure a

child restraint, and depending on the

The LATCH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points: two lower anchors where the seatback and seat cushion meet (called the seat bight) and one top tether anchor behind that seating position.

LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCH equipped seating positions in your vehicle. This type of attachment method eliminates the need to use seatbelts to attach the child restraint. However, you can still use the seatbelt to attach the child restraint. For forward-facing child restraints, you must also attach the top tether strap to the proper top tether anchor, if a top tether strap has been provided with your child restraint.

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Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child restraint installation at the seating positions marked with the child restraint symbol.

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The LATCH anchors are at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seatback below the symbols as shown. Follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions to properly install a child restraint with LATCH attachments.

Follow the instructions on attaching child safety seats with tether straps. See Using Tether Straps later in this chapter.

Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child restraint only to the anchors shown.

Child Restraint Positioning for LATCH Lower Anchors

All of the LATCH lower anchors are equally spaced, 11 in (28 cm) apart, allowing for the following child restraint positioning:

• If you install a single child restraint using the LATCH lower anchors, you can install it at any rear seating position.

• If you install two child safety seats using the LATCH lower anchors, you must place them in the outboard seating positions only.

• If you install three child safety seats, you can install two using the LATCH lower anchors by placing them in each outboard seating position and the third in the center using the lap and shoulder belt, OR you can use the LATCH lower anchors for the center child safety seat and the lap and shoulder belts for the other two child safety seats in the outboard positions. Use the tether anchors if applicable.

Combining Seatbelt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety Seats

When used in combination, either the seatbelt or the LATCH lower anchors may be attached first, provided a proper installation is achieved. Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child restraint.

Using Tether Straps

Many forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which extends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoring point called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats.

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Contact the manufacturer of your child restraint for information about ordering a tether strap, or to obtain a longer tether strap if the tether strap on your safety seat does not reach the appropriate top tether anchor in your vehicle.

Once you install the child safety seat using either the seatbelt, the lower anchors of the LATCH system, or both, you can attach the top tether strap.

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view):

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Perform the following steps to install a child safety seat with tether anchors:

Note: If you install a child restraint with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child restraint off your vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child restraint. Keeping the child restraint just touching your vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash.

1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the seatback.

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2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position.

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3. Open the tether anchor cover.

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4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown.

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5. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions.

If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases.

If your child restraint system has a tether strap, and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, we also recommend its use.

BOOSTER SEATS

WARNING

Do not put the shoulder section of the seatbelt or allow the child to put

the shoulder section of the seatbelt under their arm or behind their back. Failure to follow this instruction could reduce the effectiveness of the seatbelt and increase the risk of injury or death in a crash.

Use a belt-positioning booster seat for children who have outgrown or no longer properly fit in a child safety restraint (generally children who are less than 57 in (1.45 m) tall, are greater than age 4 and less than age 12, and between 40 lb (18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg) and upward to 100 lb (45 kg) if recommended by your child restraint manufacturer). Many state and provincial laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight, a height of 57 in (1.45 m) tall, or 80 lb (36 kg).

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions when seated without a booster seat:

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• Can the child sit all the way back against their vehicle seat backrest with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat cushion?

• Can the child sit without slouching?

• Does the lap belt rest low across the

hips?

• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest?

• Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?

Always use booster seats in conjunction with your vehicle lap and shoulder belt.

Types of Booster Seats

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• Backless booster seats

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If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield. If a vehicle seating position has a low seat backrest or no head restraint, a backless booster seat may place your child's head (as measured at the tops of the ears) above the top of the seat. In this case, move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat backrest or head restraint and lap and shoulder belts, or consider using a high back booster seat.

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• High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot

find a seating position that adequately supports your child's head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice.

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The following drawings compare the ideal fit (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder. The drawings also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child's hips.

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If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat upon which it is being used, placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition. Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer's instructions.

CHILD RESTRAINT POSITIONING

WARNINGS

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. Never place a rear-facing

child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the vehicle seat upon which the child seat is installed all the way back. When possible, all children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat.

Always carefully follow the

instructions and warnings provided

by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child's size, height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions and warnings

WARNINGS

provided for installation and use in conjunction with the instructions and warnings provided by your vehicle manufacturer. A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized, is inappropriate for your child's height, age, or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death.

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while your vehicle is

moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a crash, which may result in serious injury or death.

Never use pillows, books, or towels

to boost a child. They can slide

around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a crash.

Always restrain an unoccupied child

seat or booster seat. These objects

may become projectiles in a crash or sudden stop, which may increase the risk of serious injury.

Never place, or allow a child to place,

the shoulder belt under a child's arm

or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a crash.

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WARNINGS

To avoid risk of injury, do not leave

WARNINGS

children or pets unattended in your vehicle.

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children

Use any attachment method as indicated below by X

Combined

weight of child and child seat

Restraint

Type

Safety belt

only

Safety belt and LATCH

(lower

anchors

and top

tether

anchor)

Safety belt

and top

tether

anchor

LATCH (lower

anchors

only)

LATCH (lower

anchors

and top

tether

anchor)

Up to 65 lb

(29.5 kg)

Rear facing

child seat

Over 65 lb

(29.5 kg)

Rear facing

child seat

XXX

Up to 65 lb

(29.5 kg)

Forward

facing

child seat

Over 65 lb

(29.5 kg)

Forward

facing

child seat

Note: The child seat must rest tightly against the vehicle seat upon which it is installed. It may be necessary to lift or remove the head restraint. See Seats (page

118).

CHILD SAFETY LOCKS

When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside.

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The childproof locks are located on the rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door.

Left-Hand Side

Turn counterclockwise to lock and clockwise to unlock.

Right-Hand Side

Turn clockwise to lock and counterclockwise to unlock.

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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

WARNINGS

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

Children must always be properly restrained.

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot

protect the child from injury in a crash.

All occupants of your vehicle, including the driver, should always

properly wear their seatbelts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system is provided. Failure to properly wear your seatbelt could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a

cargo area, inside or outside of a

vehicle. In a crash, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seatbelts. Make sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and properly using a seatbelt. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

In a rollover crash, an unbelted

person is significantly more likely to

die than a person wearing a seatbelt.

Each seating position in your vehicle

has a specific seatbelt assembly

made up of one buckle and one tongue designed to be used as a pair. Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. Never use a single seatbelt for more than one person.

WARNINGS

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Properly restrain children 12 and under in the rear seat

whenever possible.

Seatbelts and seats may be hot in a vehicle that is in the sunshine. The

hot seatbelts or seats may burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them.

All seating positions in your vehicle have lap and shoulder seatbelts. All occupants of the vehicle should always properly wear their seatbelts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system is provided.

The seatbelt system consists of:

• Lap and shoulder seatbelts.

• Shoulder seatbelt with automatic

locking mode (except driver seatbelt).

• Height adjuster at the front outboard

seating positions.

• Seatbelt pretensioner at the front

outboard seating positions.

• Belt tension sensor at the front

outboard passenger seating position.

· Seatbelt warning light and chime.

· Crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness indicator.

The seatbelt pretensioners at the front seating positions are designed to tighten the seatbelts when activated. In frontal and near-frontal crashes, the seatbelt pretensioners may be activated alone or, if the crash is of sufficient severity, together with the front airbags. The pretensioners may also activate when the Safety Canopy is deployed.

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FASTENING THE SEATBELTS

The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts.

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1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.

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2. To unfasten, press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle.

Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy

WARNING

Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and properly fasten

your seatbelt. Fit the lap portion of the seatbelt snugly and low across the hips. Position the shoulder portion of the seatbelt across your chest. Pregnant women must follow this practice. See the following figure.

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Pregnant women should always wear their seatbelt. Position the lap belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt low across the hips below the belly and worn as tight as comfort allows. Position the shoulder belt to cross the middle of the shoulder and the center of the chest.

Seatbelt Locking Modes

WARNING

After a crash, have a qualified

technician check all the seatbelts to

make sure the seatbelts including the automatic locking retractor feature for child restraints operate properly. We recommend replacing any system that has damage or does not operate properly. Failure to do so can result in personal injury or death in the event of a sudden stop or another crash.

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All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The driver seatbelt has the first type of locking mode, and the front outboard passenger and rear seat seatbelts have both types of locking modes described as follows:

Vehicle Sensitive Mode

This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of about 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the combination seatbelts lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.

In addition, the retractor is designed to lock if you pull the webbing out too quickly. If the seatbelt retractor locks, slowly lower the height adjuster to allow the seatbelt to retract. If the retractor does not unlock, pull the seatbelt out slowly then feed a small length of webbing back toward the stowed position. For rear seatbelts, recline the rear seat backrest or push the seat backrest cushion away from the seatbelt. Feed a small length of webbing back toward the stowed position.

Automatic Locking Mode

In this mode, the shoulder belt automatically pre-locks. The belt retracts to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver seatbelt.

When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode

Use this mode any time a child safety seat, except a booster, is installed in passenger front or rear seating positions. Properly restrain children 12 years old and under in a rear seating position whenever possible. See Child Safety (page 18).

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1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.

2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until you pull the entire belt out. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seatbelt is now in the automatic locking mode.

How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode

Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and turn on the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

SEATBELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests

across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder.

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To adjust the shoulder belt height:

1. Press the button and slide the height adjuster up or down.

2. Release the button and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place.

SEATBELT WARNING LAMP AND INDICATOR CHIME

This lamp illuminates and an audible warning will sound if the

driver seatbelt has not been fastened when the vehicle's ignition is turned on.

Conditions of operation

ThenIf

The seatbelt warning light illuminates and

the warning chime sounds for a few

seconds.

The driver seatbelt is not buckled before

the ignition switch is turned to the on posi-

tion...

The seatbelt warning light and warning

chime turn off.

The driver seatbelt is buckled while the

indicator light is illuminated and the

warning chime is sounding...

The seatbelt warning light and indicator

chime remain off.

The driver seatbelt is buckled before the

ignition switch is turned to the on position...

SEATBELT REMINDER

Belt-Minder™

This feature supplements the safety belt warning function by providing additional reminders that intermittently sound a tone and illuminate the safety belt warning light when you are in the driver seat or you have a front seat passenger and a safety belt is unbuckled.

The system uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present and therefore potentially in need of a warning. To avoid activating the Belt-Minder feature for objects you place in the front passenger seat, only the front seat passengers receive warnings as determined by the front passenger sensing system.

If the Belt-Minder warnings expire (warnings for about five minutes) for one passenger (driver or front passenger), the other passenger can still cause the Belt-Minder feature to turn on.

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Then...If...

The Belt-Minder feature will not activate.You and the front seat passenger buckle

your safety belts before you switch the

ignition on or less than 1-2 minutes elapse

after you switch the ignition on...

The Belt-Minder feature activates, the

safety belt warning light illuminates and a

warning tone sounds for 6 seconds every

25 seconds, repeating for about 5 minutes

or until you and the front seat passenger

buckle your safety belts.

You or the front seat passenger do not

buckle your safety belts before your vehicle

reaches at least 6 mph (9.7 km/h) and 1-2

minutes elapse after you switch the ignition

on...

The Belt-Minder feature activates, the

safety belt warning light illuminates and a

warning tone sounds for 6 seconds every

25 seconds, repeating for about 5 minutes

or until you and the front seat passenger

buckle your safety belts.

The safety belt for the driver or front passenger is unbuckled for about 1 minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 6 mph

(9.7 km/h) and more than 1-2 minutes

elapse after you switch the ignition on...

Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder Feature

WARNING

While the system allows you to deactivate it, this system is designed

to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident. We recommend you leave the system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle.

Note: The driver and front passenger warnings switch on and off independently. When you perform this procedure for one seating position, do not buckle the other position as this will terminate the process.

Note: If you are using MyKey, you cannot disable Belt-Minder. Also, if the Belt-Minder has been previously disabled, it will be re-enabled during the use of MyKey. See MyKey™ (page 51).

Read Steps 1 - 4 thoroughly before proceeding with the programming procedure.

Before following the procedure, make sure that:

• The parking brake is set.

• The transmission is in park (P).

• The ignition is off.

• The driver and front passenger safety

belts are unbuckled.

1. Switch the ignition on. Do not start the vehicle.

2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off (about one minute). After Step 2, wait an additional 5 seconds before proceeding with Step 3. Once you start Step 3, you must complete the procedure within 20 seconds.

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3. For the seating position you are switching off, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times at a moderate speed, ending in the unbuckled state. After Step 3, the safety belt warning light turns on.

4. While the safety belt warning light is on, buckle and then unbuckle the safety belt. After Step 4, the safety belt warning light flashes for confirmation.

• This will switch the feature off for that seating position if it is currently on.

• This will switch the feature on for that seating position if it is currently off.

CHILD RESTRAINT AND SEATBELT MAINTENANCE

Inspect the vehicle seatbelts and child restraint systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the vehicle seatbelts to make sure there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All vehicle seatbelt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seatbelt buckle assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), rear inflatable seatbelts (if equipped), child restraint LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a crash. Read the child restraint manufacturer's instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint.

We recommend that all seatbelt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a crash be replaced. However, if the crash was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Seatbelt assemblies not in use during a crash should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

Properly care for seatbelts. See Cleaning

the Interior (page 264).

SEATBELT EXTENSION

WARNINGS

Persons who fit into the vehicle's seatbelt should not use an extension.

Unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of a crash.

Only use extensions provided free of

charge by Ford Motor Company

dealers. The dealer will provide an extension designed specifically for this vehicle, model year and seating position. The use of an extension intended for another vehicle, model year or seating position may not offer you the full protection of your vehicle’s seatbelt restraint system.

Never use seatbelt extensions to

install child restraints.

Do not use a seatbelt extension with

an inflatable seatbelt.

Do not use extensions to change the

fit of the belt across the torso, over

the lap or to make the seatbelt buckle easier to reach.

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If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fasten the seatbelt over your lap and shoulder, an extension that is compatible with the seatbelts is available free of charge from Ford Motor Company dealers. Only Ford seatbelt extensions made by the original equipment seatbelts manufacturer should be used with Ford seatbelts. Ask your authorized dealer if your extension is compatible with your Ford vehicle restraint system.

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The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations.

The Vehicle Personal Safety System consists of:

• Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints.

• Front seat outboard seatbelts with pretensioners, energy management retractors and seatbelt usage sensors.

• Driver seat position sensor.

• Front passenger sensing system.

• Passenger airbag status indicator.

• Front crash severity sensors.

• Restraints control module with impact

and safing sensors.

• Restraint system warning lamp and tone.

• The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensors, seatbelt pretensioners, front seatbelt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger sensing system and indicator lights.

How Does the Personal Safety System Work?

The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of the safety devices according to crash severity and occupant conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the restraints control module. During a crash, the restraints control module may deploy the seatbelt pretensioners, one or both stages of the dual-stage airbags based on crash severity and occupant conditions.

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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

WARNINGS

Airbags do not inflate slowly or gently, and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is the greatest close

to the trim covering the airbag module.

All occupants of your vehicle, including the driver, should always

properly wear their seatbelts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system is provided. Failure to properly wear your seatbelt could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.

Even with advanced restraints

systems, properly restrain children

12 and under in a rear seating position. Failure to follow this could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.

Do not place your arms on the airbag

cover or through the steering wheel.

Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.

Keep the areas in front of the airbags

free from obstruction. Do not affix

anything to or over the airbag covers. Objects could become projectiles during airbag deployment or in a sudden stop. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a

child restraint. Never place a

Do not attempt to service, repair, or

modify the supplementary restraint

system or associated components. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.

WARNINGS

Several airbag system components get hot after inflation. To reduce the risk of injury, do not touch them after

inflation.

If a supplementary restraint system component has deployed, it will not

function again. Have the system and associated components inspected as soon as possible. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.

The airbags are a supplemental restraint system and are designed to work with the seatbelts to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Airbags do not inflate slowly; there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag.

Note: You will hear a loud bang and see a cloud of harmless powdery residue if an airbag deploys. This is normal.

The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (for example, baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the airbag. Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic.

While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries, contact with a deploying airbag may also cause abrasions or swelling. Temporary hearing loss is also a possibility as a result of the noise associated with a deploying airbag. Because airbags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force, there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures, facial and eye injuries or internal injuries,

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particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control.

Routine maintenance of the airbags is not required.

DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS

WARNINGS

Do not place your arms on the airbag cover or through the steering wheel. Failure to follow this instruction

could result in personal injury.

Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction. Do not affix

anything to or over the airbag covers. Objects could become projectiles during airbag deployment or in a sudden stop. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a

child restraint. Never place a

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The driver and front passenger airbags will deploy during significant frontal and near frontal crashes.

The driver and passenger front airbag system consists of:

• Driver and passenger airbag modules.

• Front passenger sensing system.

· Crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness indicator. See Crash Sensors and Airbag

Indicator (page 44).

Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment

WARNING

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 in (25 cm) between an occupant's chest and the driver airbag module.

To properly position yourself away from the airbag:

• Move your seat to the rear as far as you

can while still reaching the pedals comfortably.

• Recline the seat slightly (one or two

degrees) from the upright position.

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After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on seatbelts, it is very important that they continue to sit properly. A properly seated occupant sits upright, leaning against the seatback, and centered on the seat cushion, with their feet comfortably extended on the floor. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased.

Children and Airbags

WARNING

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never place a

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Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a crash.

FRONT PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM

WARNINGS

Even with Advanced Restraints Systems, children 12 and under

should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. Failure to follow this could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.

Sitting improperly out of position or

with the seatback reclined too far

can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor.

Any alteration or modification to the

front passenger seat may affect the

performance of the front passenger sensing system which could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.

This system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger seat and safety belt to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant and determine if the front passenger frontal airbag should be enabled (may inflate) or not.

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The front passenger sensing system uses a passenger airbag status indicator that will illuminate indicating that the front passenger frontal airbag is either ON (enabled) or OFF (disabled).

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The indicator lamp is located in the center stack of the instrument panel.

Note: The passenger airbag status indicator OFF and ON indicator lamps will illuminate for a short period of time when the ignition is first turned on to confirm it is functional.

The front passenger sensing system is designed to disable (will not inflate) the front passenger frontal airbag when the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or a rear facing infant seat, a forward-facing child restraint, or a booster seat is detected. Even with this technology, parents are strongly encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat. The sensor also turns off the passenger front airbag and seat-mounted side airbag when the passenger seat is empty.

• When the front passenger sensing system disables (will not inflate) the front passenger frontal airbag, the passenger airbag status indicator will illuminate the OFF lamp and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled.

• If the child restraint has been installed and the passenger airbag status indicator illuminates the ON lamp, then turn the vehicle off, remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer's instructions.

The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the front passenger frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat.

• When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passenger frontal airbag (may inflate), the passenger airbag status indicator will illuminate the ON lamp and remain illuminated.

If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger seat, but the airbag off indicator lamp is lit, it is possible that the person is not sitting properly in the seat. If this happens:

• Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full upright position.

• Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably extended.

• Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger’s frontal airbag.

• If the indicator OFF lamp remains lit even after this, the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat.

Passenger airbagPassenger airbag status

indicator

Occupant

DisabledOFF: LitEmpty

ON: Unlit

DisabledOFF: LitChild

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Passenger airbagPassenger airbag status

indicator

Occupant

ON: Unlit

EnabledOFF: UnlitAdult

ON: Lit

Note: When the passenger airbag status indicator OFF light is illuminated, the passenger (seat mounted) side airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries.

After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on safety belts, it is very important that they continue to sit properly. A properly seated occupant sits upright, leaning against the seatback, and centered on the seat cushion, with their feet comfortably extended on the floor. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased.

Make sure the front passenger sensing system is operating properly. See Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator (page 44).

Do not attempt to repair or service the system. Take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer.

If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center. See Getting the Services You Need (page

219).

SIDE AIRBAGS

WARNINGS

Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag

cover, on the side of the seatbacks (of the front seats), or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.

Do not use accessory seat covers.

The use of accessory seat covers

may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident.

Do not lean your head on the door.

The side airbag could injure you as it

deploys from the side of the seatback.

Do not attempt to service, repair, or

modify the airbag, its fuses or the

seat cover on a seat containing an airbag as you could be seriously injured or killed. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

If the side airbag has deployed, the

airbag will not function again. The

side airbag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer. If the airbag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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The side airbags are located on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats. In certain sideways crashes, the airbag on the side affected by the crash will be inflated. The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact crashes.

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The system consists of the following:

• A label or embossed side panel indicating that side airbags are fitted to your vehicle.

• Side airbags located inside the driver and front passenger seatbacks.

• Front passenger sensing system.

• Crash sensors and monitoring system

with readiness indicator. See Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator (page

44).

Note: The passenger sensing system will deactivate the passenger seat-mounted side airbag if it detects an empty passenger seat.

The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags.

SAFETY CANOPY™

WARNINGS

Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the headliner

at the siderail that may come into contact with a deploying curtain airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.

Do not lean your head on the door.

The curtain airbag could injure you

as it deploys from the headliner.

Do not attempt to service, repair, or

modify the supplementary restraint

system or associated components. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.

All occupants of your vehicle,

including the driver, should always

properly wear their seatbelts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system is provided. Failure to properly wear your seatbelt could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.

To reduce risk of injury, do not

obstruct or place objects in the

deployment path of the airbag.

If a supplementary restraint system

component has deployed, it will not

function again. Have the system and associated components inspected as soon as possible. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.

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The Safety Canopy deploys during significant side crashes or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor. The Safety Canopy is mounted to the roof side rail sheet metal, behind the headliner, above each row of seats. In certain sideways crashes or rollover events, the Safety Canopy will be activated, regardless of which seats are occupied. The Safety Canopy is designed to inflate between the side window area and occupants to further enhance protection provided in side impact crashes and rollover events.

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The system consists of the following:

• Safety Canopy curtain airbags above the trim panels over the front and rear side windows identified by a label or wording on the headliner or roof-pillar trim.

• A flexible headliner which opens above the side doors to allow air curtain deployment

· Crash sensors and monitoring system with a readiness indicator. See Crash Sensors

and Airbag Indicator (page 44).

Properly restrain children 12 years old and under in the rear seats. The Safety Canopy will not interfere with children restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat because it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window opening.

The design and development of the Safety Canopy included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags (including the Safety Canopy).

CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR

WARNING

Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including

frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle.

Your vehicle has a collection of crash and occupant sensors which provide information to the restraints control module. The restraints control module deploys (activates) the front seatbelt pretensioners, driver airbag, passenger airbag, seat mounted side airbags and the Safety Canopy. Based on the type of crash, the restraints control module will deploy the appropriate safety devices.

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The restraints control module also monitors the readiness of the above safety devices plus the crash and occupant sensors. The readiness of the safety system is indicated by a warning indicator light in the instrument cluster or by a backup tone if the warning light is not working. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required.

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:

The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after the ignition is turned on.

• The readiness light will either flash or stay lit.

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem, the light or both are repaired.

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a crash.

The seatbelt pretensioners and the front airbag supplemental restraint system are designed to activate when the vehicle sustains frontal deceleration sufficient to cause the restraints control module to deploy a safety device.

The fact that the seatbelt pretensioners or front airbags did not activate for both front seat occupants in a crash does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the restraints control module determined the accident conditions (crash severity, belt usage) were not appropriate to activate these safety devices.

• The design of the front airbags is to activate only in frontal and near-frontal crashes (not rollovers, side impacts or rear impacts) unless the crash causes sufficient frontal deceleration.

• The design of the seatbelt pretensioners is to activate in frontal, near-frontal and side crashes and in rollovers.

• The design of the side airbags is to inflate in certain side impact crashes. Side airbags may activate in other types of crashes if the vehicle experiences sufficient sideways motion or deformation.

• The design of the Safety Canopy is to inflate in certain side impact crashes or rollover events. The Safety Canopy may activate in other types of crashes if the vehicle experiences sufficient sideways motion or deformation, or a certain likelihood of rollover.

AIRBAG DISPOSAL

Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags must be disposed of by qualified personnel.

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GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term IC before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

The typical operating range for your transmitter is approximately 33 ft (10 m). Vehicles with the remote start feature will have a greater range.

One of the following could cause a decrease in operating range:

• Weather conditions.

• Nearby radio towers.

• Structures around the vehicle.

• Other vehicles parked next to your

vehicle.

The radio frequency used by your remote control can also be used by other radio transmitters, for example amateur radios, medical equipment, wireless headphones, wireless remote controls, cell phones, battery chargers and alarm systems. If the frequencies are jammed, you will not be able to use your remote control. You can lock and unlock the doors with the key.

Note: Make sure to lock your vehicle before leaving it unattended.

Note: If you are in range, the remote control will operate if you press any button unintentionally.

Note: The remote control contains sensitive electrical components. Exposure to moisture or impact may cause permanent damage.

Intelligent Access (If Equipped)

The system uses a radio frequency signal to communicate with your vehicle and authorize your vehicle to unlock when one of the following conditions are met:

• You activate the front exterior door handle switch.

• You press the luggage compartment button.

• You press a button on the transmitter.

If excessive radio frequency interference is present in the area or if the transmitter battery is low, you may need to mechanically unlock your door. You can use the mechanical key blade in your intelligent access key to open the driver door in this situation. See Remote

Control (page 46).

REMOTE CONTROL

Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (If

Equipped)

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Use the key blade to start your vehicle and unlock or lock the driver door from outside your vehicle. You can also use the key blade to lock and unlock the glove compartment. The transmitter portion functions as the remote control.

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Note: Your vehicle keys came with a security label that provides important key cut information. Keep the label in a safe place for future reference.

Intelligent Access Key (If Equipped)

Note: A three-button remote control

operates similarly.

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The intelligent access keys operate the power locks and the remote start system. The key must be in your vehicle to use the push button start.

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The intelligent access key also contains a removable key blade that you can use to unlock your vehicle. You can also use the key blade to lock and unlock the glove compartment. Slide the release on the back of the remote control to release the key blade, then pull the blade out.

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Note: Your vehicle keys came with a security label that provides important key cut information. Keep the label in a safe place for future reference.

Replacing the Battery

Note: Refer to local regulations when

disposing of transmitter batteries. Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the

battery terminals or on the back surface of the circuit board.

Note: Replacing the battery does not erase the programmed key from your vehicle. The transmitter should operate normally.

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The remote control uses one coin-type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent.

Integrated Keyhead Transmitter

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1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of the transmitter near the key ring to remove the battery cover.

2. Carefully remove the rubber gasket from the transmitter if it does not come off with the battery cover.

3. Remove the old battery.

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4. Insert a new battery with the + facing upward. Press the battery down to make sure it is fully in the housing.

5. Reinstall the battery housing cover onto the transmitter.

Intelligent Access Key

1. Remove the key blade from the transmitter.

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2. Twist a thin coin under the tab hidden behind the key blade head to remove the battery cover. Do not use the key blade to remove the cover or you could damage it.

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3. Remove the old battery.

4. Insert a new battery with the + facing downward. Press the battery down to make sure it is fully in the housing.

5. Reinstall the battery housing cover onto the transmitter and install the key blade.

Car Finder

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Press the button twice within three seconds.

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The horn sounds and the direction indicators flash. We recommend you use this method to locate your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm.

Note: If any door or the liftgate is open, or if the hood is open on vehicles with an anti-theft alarm or remote start, the horn will sound twice and the direction indicators will not flash.

Sounding the Panic Alarm

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Press the button to sound the panic alarm. Press the button again or switch the ignition on to

turn it off.

Note: The panic alarm only operates when the ignition is off.

Remote Start (If Equipped)

WARNING

To avoid exhaust fumes, do not use remote start if your vehicle is parked indoors or in areas that are not well

ventilated.

Note: Do not use remote start if your fuel level is low.

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The remote start button is on the transmitter.

This feature allows you to start your vehicle from the outside. The transmitter has an extended operating range.

Vehicles with automatic climate control can be configured to operate when the vehicle is remote started. See Automatic Climate Control (page 109).

Many states and provinces have restrictions for the use of remote start. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding remote start systems.

The remote start system does not work if any of the following occur:

• The ignition is on.

• The anti-theft alarm triggers.

• You switch off the feature.

• The hood is open.

• The transmission is not in park (P).

• The battery voltage is below the

minimum operating voltage.

• The service engine soon indicator was on the last time your vehicle was driven.

Remote Starting Your Vehicle

Note: You must press each button within

three seconds of each other. If you do not follow this sequence, your vehicle does not start remotely, the direction indicators do not flash twice and the horn does not sound.

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The label on your transmitter details the starting procedure.

To start your vehicle remotely:

1. Press the lock button to lock all the doors.

2. Press the remote start button twice. The exterior lamps flash twice.

The horn sounds if the system fails to start, unless quiet start is on. Quiet start runs the blower fan at a slower speed to reduce noise. You can switch this feature on or off in the information display. See General Information (page 88).

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Note: If you remote start your vehicle with

an integrated keyhead transmitter, you must switch the ignition on before driving your vehicle. If you remote start your vehicle with an intelligent access transmitter, you must press the push button ignition switch on the instrument panel once while applying the brake pedal before driving your vehicle.

The power windows do not work during remote start and the radio does not turn on automatically.

The parking lamps remain on and the vehicle runs for 5, 10 or 15 minutes, depending on the setting.

Extending the Engine Running Time

To extend the engine running time duration of your vehicle during remote start, repeat steps 1 and 2 while the engine is running. If the duration is set to 10 minutes, the duration extends by another 10 minutes. For example, if your vehicle had been running from the first remote start for 5 minutes, your vehicle continues to run now for a total of 20 minutes. You can extend the remote start up to a maximum of 35 minutes.

Wait at least five seconds before remote starting after the engine stops running.

Turning Your Vehicle Off After Remote Starting

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Press the button once. The parking lamps turn off.

You may have to be closer to your vehicle to remotely switch off your vehicle after remote starting. This is due to the added noise of your running vehicle.

You can switch this feature on or off in the information display. See General

Information (page 88).

Memory Feature (If Equipped)

You can use the remote control to recall memory settings for the driver seat, power mirrors, power steering column and power adjustable foot pedals. Press the unlock button on the remote control or unlock your vehicle with the intelligent access key to recall the memory positions. You can program the remote control or intelligent access key to recall memory positions. See

Memory Function (page 124).

REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL

Replacement keys or remote controls can be purchased from an authorized dealer. Authorized dealers can program remote controls for your vehicle. See Passive Anti-Theft System (page 64).

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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

MyKey allows you to program keys with restricted driving modes to promote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to the vehicle can be activated with these restricted modes.

Any keys that have not been programmed are referred to as administrator keys or admin keys. They can be used to:

• Create a MyKey.

• Program configurable MyKey settings.

• Clear all MyKey features.

When you have programmed a MyKey, you can access the following information using the information display:

• How many admin keys and MyKeys are programmed to your vehicle.

• The total distance your vehicle has traveled using a MyKey.

Note: All MyKeys are programmed to the same settings. You cannot program them individually.

Note: For vehicles equipped with a push-button start switch: When both a MyKey and an admin key are present when you start your vehicle, the system recognizes the admin key only.

Non-configurable Settings

The following settings cannot be changed by an admin key user:

• Belt-Minder or safety belt reminder. You cannot disable this feature. The audio system will mute when the front seat occupants’ safety belts are not fastened.

• Early low fuel. The low fuel warning is activated earlier, giving the MyKey user more time to refuel.

• Driver assist features, if equipped on your vehicle, are forced on: parking aid, blind spot information system (BLIS), cross traffic alert, lane departure warning and forward collision warning system.

• Satellite radio adult content restrictions (available only in some markets).

Note: When you switch lane departure warning off temporarily, it turns on at the next ignition cycle.

Configurable Settings

With an admin key, you can configure certain MyKey settings when you first create a MyKey and before you recycle the key or restart the vehicle. You can also change the settings afterward with an admin key:

• A vehicle speed limit can be set. Warnings will be shown in the display, followed by an audible tone when your vehicle reaches the set speed. You cannot override the set speed by fully depressing the accelerator pedal or by setting cruise control.

WARNING

Do not set MyKey maximum speed limit to a limit that will prevent the

driver from maintaining a safe speed considering posted speed limits and prevailing road conditions. The driver is always responsible to drive in accordance with local laws and prevailing conditions. Failure to do so could result in accident or injury.

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• Various vehicle speed reminders so you know when your vehicle approaches the limits. Warnings appear in the information display and an audible warning sounds when you exceed the limit.

• Audio system maximum volume of 45%. A message will be shown in the display when you attempt to exceed the limited volume. Also, the speed-sensitive or compensated automatic volume control will be disabled.

• Always on setting. When this is selected, you will not be able to turn off Advance Trac or traction control, 911 Assist or Emergency Assistance, or Do Not Disturb (if your vehicle is

equipped with these features).

CREATING A MYKEY

Use the information display to create a MyKey:

1. Insert the key you want to program into the ignition. If your vehicle is equipped with a push-button start, place the key fob into the backup slot. The location of your backup slot is in another chapter. See Keyless Starting (page 135).

2. Switch the ignition on.

3. Access the main menu on the information display controls. Use the arrow keys to get to the following menu selections:

Action and DescriptionMessage

Press the OK button or the right arrow key.Settings

Press the OK button or the right arrow key.MyKey

Press the OK button or the right arrow key.Create MyKey

When prompted, hold the OK button until you see a message informing you to label this key as a MyKey. The programmed restrictions apply when you key off, open and close driver door and restart your vehicle with the programmed key or transmitter.

MyKey is successfully created. Make sure you label it so you can distinguish it from the admin keys.

You can also program configurable settings for the key(s). See

Programming/Changing Configurable Settings.

Programming/Changing Configurable Settings

Use the information display to access your configurable MyKey settings.

1. Switch the ignition on using the key or the transmitter you want to program.

2. Access the main menu on the information display controls. Use the arrow keys to get to the following menu selections:

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Action and DescriptionMessage

Press the OK button or the right arrow key.Settings

Press the OK button or the right arrow key.MyKey

The programmed restrictions apply when you key off, open and close the driver door and restart your vehicle with the programmed key or transmitter.

Note: You can clear or change your MyKey settings at any time during the same key cycle as you created the MyKey. Once you have switched the vehicle off, however, you will need an admin key to change or clear your MyKey settings.

CLEARING ALL MYKEYS

You can clear or change your MyKey settings using the information display control on the steering wheel. See Information Displays (page 88).

Switch the ignition on using an admin key.

To clear all MyKeys of all MyKey settings, press the left arrow button to access the main menu and scroll to:

Action and DescriptionMessage

Press the OK button or the right arrow button.Settings

Press the OK button or the right arrow button.MyKey

Press and hold the OK button until the instrument cluster displays the following message.

Clear MyKey

All MyKeys

Cleared

Note: When you clear your MyKeys, you remove all restrictions and return all MyKeys to their original admin key status.

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CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM STATUS

You can find information on programmed MyKey(s) using the information display control on the steering wheel. See

Information Displays (page 88).

To find information on programmed MyKey(s), press the left arrow button to access the main menu and scroll to:

DescriptionMessage

Press the OK button.Settings

Press the OK button.MyKey

Select one of the following:

Tracks the distance when drivers use a MyKey. The only way to delete the accumulated distance is by using an admin key to clear your MyKeys. If the distance does not accumulate as expected, then the intended user is not using the MyKey, or an admin key user recently cleared and then recreated a MyKey.

MyKey Dist.

Indicates the number of MyKeys programmed to your vehicle. Use this feature to detect how many MyKeys you have for your vehicle and determine when a MyKey has been deleted.

{0} MyKeys

Indicates how many admin keys are programmed to your vehicle. Use this feature to determine how many unrestricted keys you have for your vehicle, and detect if an additional MyKey has been programmed.

{0} Admin Keys

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USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE START SYSTEMS

MyKey is not compatible with non

Ford-approved, aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system, see an authorized dealer for a Ford-approved remote start system.

MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING

Potential CausesCondition

I cannot create a MyKey. • The key or transmitter used to start the

vehicle does not have admin privileges.

• The key or transmitter used to start the vehicle is the only admin key (there always has to be at least one admin key).

• Vehicles with keyless start: The keyless start transmitter is not placed in the backup position. See Passive Anti-Theft System (page 64).

• SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is disabled or in unlimited mode.

• The key or transmitter used to start your vehicle does not have admin privileges.

• No MyKeys are created. See Creating a MyKey (page 52).

I cannot program the configurable settings.

• The key or transmitter used to start your vehicle does not have admin privileges.

• No MyKeys are created. See Creating a MyKey (page 52).

I cannot clear the MyKeys.

Purchase a new key from an authorized dealer.I lost the only admin key.

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Potential CausesCondition

Program a spare key. See Passive Anti-Theft System (page 64).

I lost a key.

MyKey distances do not accumulate. • The MyKey user is not using the MyKey.

• An admin key holder cleared the MyKeys and created new MyKeys.

• The key system has been reset.

• An admin transmitter is present at vehicle

start.

• No MyKeys are created. See Creating a MyKey (page 52).

No MyKey functions with the keyless entry transmitter.

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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING

You can use the power door lock control or the remote control to lock and unlock your vehicle.

Power Door Locks

The power door lock control is on the driver and front passenger door panels.

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Unlock.A Lock.B

Remote Control

You can use the remote control at any time.

Unlocking the Doors (Two-Stage Unlock)

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Press the button to unlock the driver door. Press the button

again within three seconds to unlock all doors. The direction indicators will flash.

Press and hold both the lock and unlock buttons on the remote control for three seconds to change between driver door or all doors unlock mode. The direction indicators will flash twice to indicate a change to the unlocking mode. Driver door mode only unlocks the driver door when

you press the unlock button once. All door mode unlocks all doors when you press the unlock button once. The unlocking mode applies to the remote control, keyless entry keypad and intelligent access.

Locking the Doors

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Press the button to lock all doors. The direction indicators will flash.

Press the button again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed. The doors will lock again, the horn will sound and the direction indicators will flash if all the doors and the luggage compartment are closed.

Note: If any door or the luggage compartment is open, or if the hood is open on vehicles with an anti-theft alarm or remote start, the horn will sound twice and the direction indicators will not flash.

Locking and Unlocking the Doors with the Key Blade

Locking the Doors

Turn the top of the key toward the front of your vehicle.

Unlocking the Doors

Turn the top of the key toward the rear of your vehicle.

Note: If the child safety locks are on and you pull the interior handle, you only switch off the emergency locking, not the child safety lock. You can only open the doors using the external door handle.

Opening a Rear Door From the Inside

Pull the interior door handle twice to unlock and open a rear door. The first pull unlocks the door and the second pull opens the door.

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Opening the Luggage Compartment

With the Remote Control

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Press the button twice within three seconds.

From the Instrument Panel

Press the button on the instrument panel.

Activating Intelligent Access (If

Equipped)

You can unlock and lock the vehicle without taking the keys out of your pocket or purse when your intelligent access key is within 3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle. Intelligent access uses a sensor on the back of the door handle for unlocking and a separate sensor on the face of each door handle for locking.

The system will not function if:

• Your vehicle battery has no charge.

• The key battery has no charge.

• The key frequencies are jammed.

Note: The system may not function if the passive key is close to metal objects or electronic devices, for example keys or a cell phone.

Note: If the system does not function, use the key blade to lock and unlock your vehicle. See Remote Control (page 46).

Unlocking Using Intelligent Access

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With your intelligent access key within 3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle, touch the unlock sensor on the back of the door handle for a brief period and then pull on the door handle to unlock, being careful to not touch the lock sensor at the same time or pulling the door handle too quickly. The intelligent access system requires a brief delay to authenticate your intelligent access key fob.

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With your intelligent access key within 3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle, touch the outer door handle lock sensor for approximately one second to lock, being careful to not touch the unlock sensor on the back of the door handle at the same time. After locking, you can immediately pull on the door handle to confirm locking occurred without inadvertently unlocking.

Opening the Luggage Compartment

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Press the exterior release button hidden above the license plate.

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Smart Unlocks for Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (If Equipped)

This helps to prevent you from locking yourself out of your vehicle if the key is still in the ignition.

When you open one of the front doors and lock your vehicle with the power door lock control, all the doors will lock then unlock and the horn will sound twice if the key is still in the ignition.

You can still lock your vehicle with the key in the ignition by either:

• Using the keyless entry keypad with the

driver door closed.

• Pressing the lock button on the remote

control even if the doors are not closed.

If both front doors are closed, you can lock your vehicle by any method, regardless of whether the key is in the ignition or not.

Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys (If Equipped)

This helps to prevent you from locking your key inside the passenger compartment or rear cargo area.

When you electronically lock your vehicle with any door open, the transmission is in park (P) and the ignition is off, the system searches for an intelligent access key inside your vehicle after you close the last door. If the system finds a key, all of the doors will immediately unlock and the horn will sound twice, indicating that a key is inside.

You can override the smart unlock feature and intentionally lock the intelligent access key inside your vehicle.

To do this, lock your vehicle after you have closed all the doors by:

• Using the keyless entry keypad.

• Pressing the lock button on another

intelligent access key.

• Touching the locking area on the front of the door handle with another intelligent access key in your hand.

When you open one of the front doors and lock your vehicle using the power door lock control, all doors will lock then unlock if:

• The ignition is on.

• The ignition is off and the transmission

is not in park (P).

Autolock (If Equipped)

Autolock locks all the doors when:

• All doors are closed.

• The ignition is on.

• You shift into any gear putting your

vehicle in motion.

• Your vehicle reaches a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).

Autolock repeats when:

• You open then close any door while the ignition is on and your vehicle speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower.

• Your vehicle reaches a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).

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Autounlock

Autounlock unlocks all the doors when:

• The ignition is on, all the doors are closed, and your vehicle has been moving at a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).

• Your vehicle comes to a stop and you switch the ignition off or to the accessory position.

• You open the driver door within 10 minutes of switching the ignition off or to accessory.

Note: The doors will not autounlock if you electronically lock your vehicle after you switch the ignition off and before you open the driver door.

Enabling or Disabling Autounlock

You can enable or disable the autounlock feature in the information display or an authorized dealer can do it for you. See

General Information (page 88).

Illuminated Entry (If Equipped)

The interior lamps and some exterior lamps illuminate when you unlock the doors with the remote control.

The lamps turn off if:

• The ignition is on.

• You press the remote control lock

button.

• 25 seconds have elapsed.

The lamps do not turn off if:

• You switch them on with the lighting control.

• Any door is open.

Illuminated Exit (If Equipped)

The interior lamps and some exterior lamps illuminate when all doors are closed and you switch the ignition off.

The lamps turn off if all the doors remain closed and:

• 25 seconds have elapsed.

• You lock your vehicle from the outside.

Battery Saver

If you leave the courtesy lamps, interior lamps or headlamps on, the battery saver shuts them off 10 minutes after you switch the ignition off.

Battery Saver for Intelligent Access Keys (If Equipped)

If you leave the ignition switched on and the engine is not running, the battery saver will turn the ignition off when it detects a certain amount of battery drain, or after 45 minutes have elapsed.

KEYLESS ENTRY

SECURICODE™ Keyless Entry Keypad

The keypad is near the driver window. It illuminates when touched.

Note: If you enter your entry code too fast on the keypad, the unlock function may not work. Enter your entry code again more slowly.

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You can use the keypad to do the following:

• Lock or unlock the doors.

• Program and erase user codes.

• Arm and disarm the anti-theft alarm.

• Recall memory seat and mirror

positions.

You can operate the keypad with the factory-set five-digit entry code. The code is on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is available from an authorized dealer. You can also program up to five of your own five-digit personal entry codes.

Programming a Personal Entry Code

1. Enter the factory-set five-digit code.

2. Press 1·2 on the keypad within five seconds.

3. Enter your personal five-digit code. You must press each number within five seconds of each other.

4. Press 1·2 on the keypad to save personal code 1.

The doors lock then unlock to confirm that programming was successful.

To program additional personal entry codes, repeat steps 1 through 3, then for step 4:

• Press 3·4 to save personal code 2.

• Press 5·6 to save personal code 3.

• Press 7·8 to save personal code 4.

• Press 9·0 to save personal code 5.

Hints:

• Do not set a code that uses five of the same number.

• Do not use five numbers in sequential order.

• The factory-set code works even if you have set your own personal code.

Recalling Memory Positions (If Equipped)

The programmed entry codes recall driver memory positions as follows:

• Entry code 1 recalls driver 1 memory positions.

• Entry code 2 recalls driver 2 memory positions.

Note: Personal entry codes 3, 4 and 5 will not recall memory positions.

Erasing a Personal Code

1. Enter the factory-set five-digit code.

2. Press and release 1·2 on the keypad within five seconds.

3. Press and hold 1·2 for two seconds. You must do this within five seconds of completing step 2.

All personal codes erase and only the factory-set five-digit code works.

Anti-Scan Feature

The keypad goes into an anti-scan mode if you enter the wrong code seven times. This mode turns off the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp flashes.

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The anti-scan feature turns off after any of the following occur:

• One minute of keypad inactivity.

• You press the unlock button on the

remote control.

• You switch your vehicle on.

• You unlock the vehicle using intelligent

access.

Locking and Unlocking the Doors

Locking All Doors

Press and hold 7·8 and 9·0 on the keypad simultaneously with the driver door closed. You do not need to enter a code first.

Unlocking All Doors

Enter the factory-set code or your personal code, then press 3·4 on the keypad within five seconds.

Unlocking Only the Driver Door

Enter the factory-set or your personal five-digit code. You must press each number within five seconds of each other. The interior lamps illuminate.

Note: All doors unlock if the two-stage unlocking feature is turned off. See Locking and Unlocking (page 57).

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE

WARNINGS

Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys

and remote transmitters out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.

WARNINGS

Do not leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. On hot

days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk.

Your vehicle is equipped with a release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults if they become locked inside the luggage compartment.

Adults should familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle.

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The handle is located inside the luggage compartment either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or near the tail lamps. It is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light.

Pull the handle and push up on the luggage compartment door (lid) to open from within the luggage compartment.

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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

Note: The system is not compatible with

non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.

Note: Metallic objects, electronic devices or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting problems if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. Prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. Switch the ignition off, move all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine if a problem occurs.

Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle. Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle.

SecuriLock®

The system is an engine immobilization system. It is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. Using the wrong key may prevent the engine from starting. A message may appear in the information display.

If you are unable to start the engine with a correctly coded key, a malfunction has happened and a message may appear in the information display.

Automatic Arming

The vehicle arms immediately after you switch the ignition off.

Automatic Disarming

Switching the ignition on with a coded key disarms the vehicle.

Replacement Keys

Note: Your vehicle comes equipped with

two integrated keyhead transmitters or two intelligent access keys.

The integrated keyhead transmitter functions as a programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, as well as a remote control.

The intelligent access key functions as a programmed key that operates the driver door lock and activates the intelligent access with push button start system, as well as a remote control.

If your programmed transmitters or standard SecuriLock coded keys (integrated keyhead transmitters only) are lost or stolen and you do not have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. You need to erase the key codes from your vehicle and program new coded keys.

Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences. See your authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys.

Programming a Spare Integrated Keyhead Transmitter

Note: You can program a maximum of eight

coded keys to your vehicle. All eight can be integrated keyhead transmitters.

You can program your own integrated keyhead transmitter or standard SecuriLock coded keys to your vehicle. This procedure will program both the engine immobilizer keycode and the remote entry portion of the remote control to your vehicle

Only use integrated keyhead transmitters or standard SecuriLock keys.

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You must have two previously programmed coded keys and the new unprogrammed key readily accessible. See your authorized dealer to have the spare key programmed if two previously programmed coded keys are not available.

Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.

1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition.

2. Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.

3. Switch the ignition off and remove the first coded key from the ignition.

4. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of switching the ignition off, insert the second previously coded key into the ignition.

5. Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.

6. Switch the ignition off and remove the second previously programmed coded key from the ignition.

7. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of switching the ignition off and removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the new unprogrammed key into the ignition.

8. Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least six seconds.

9. Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition.

If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the engine and operate the remote entry system (if the new key is an integrated keyhead transmitter).

If programming was not successful, wait 10 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 8. If you are still unsuccessful, take your vehicle to your authorized dealer.

Programming a Spare Intelligent Access Key

See your authorized dealer to have additional keys programmed to your vehicle.

ANTI-THEFT ALARM (If Equipped)

The system will warn you of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle. It will be triggered if any door, the luggage compartment or the hood is opened without using the key, remote control or keyless entry keypad.

The direction indicators will flash and the horn will sound if unauthorized entry is attempted while the alarm is armed.

Take all remote controls to an authorized dealer if there is any potential alarm problem with your vehicle.

Arming the Alarm

The alarm is ready to arm when there is not a key in your vehicle. Electronically lock your vehicle to arm the alarm.

Disarming the Alarm

Disarm the alarm by any of the following actions:

• Unlock the doors or luggage compartment with the remote control or keyless entry keypad.

• Switch your vehicle on or start your vehicle.

• Use a key in the driver door to unlock your vehicle, then switch your vehicle on within 12 seconds.

Note: Pressing the panic button on the remote control will stop the horn and signal indicators, but will not disarm the system.

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ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL - VEHICLES WITH: MANUAL ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN

WARNING

Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving.

Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position.

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1. Unlock the steering column.

2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position.

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3. Lock the steering column.

ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL - VEHICLES WITH: POWER ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN

WARNING

Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving.

Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position. See Sitting in the Correct Position (page 118).

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Use the control on the side of the steering column to adjust the position.

To adjust:

• Tilt: Press the top or bottom of the control.

• Telescope: Press the front or rear of the control.

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End of Travel Position

The steering column sets a stopping position just short of the end of the column position to prevent damage to the steering column. A new stopping position sets if the steering column encounters an object when tilting or telescoping.

To reset the steering column to its normal stopping position:

1. Confirm there is nothing obstructing the motion of the steering column.

2. Press and hold the steering column control until the steering column stops moving.

3. Press the steering column control again.

Note: The steering column may begin to move again.

4. When the steering column stops, continue holding the control for a few seconds.

5. Repeat for each direction as necessary.

A new stopping position sets. The next time you tilt or telescope the steering column, it stops just short of the end of the column position.

Memory Feature

You can save and recall the steering column position with the memory function. See Memory Function (page

124).

Pressing the adjustment control during memory recall cancels the operation.

Easy Entry and Exit Feature

The column moves to the full up position when you switch the ignition off. Switch the ignition on to return the system to its previous settings. You can switch this feature on or off in the information display. See Information Displays (page 88).

AUDIO CONTROL

You can operate the following functions with the control:

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Volume up.A Volume down.B Voice recognition.C

Seek, Next or Previous

Press the seek button to:

• Tune the radio to the next or previous stored preset.

• Play the next or the previous track.

Press and hold the seek button to:

• Tune the radio to the next station up or down the frequency band.

• Seek through a track.

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VOICE CONTROL

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Phone mode.A Voice recognition.B

See your SYNC information.

CRUISE CONTROL

Type One

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See Using Cruise Control (page 179).

Type Two

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See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 180).

INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL

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See Information Displays (page 88).

HEATED STEERING WHEEL (If

Equipped)

See your SYNC information.

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ADJUSTING THE PEDALS

WARNING

Never use the controls while your feet are on the accelerator and brake pedals and the vehicle is moving.

You can find the control on the left side of the steering column. Press and hold the appropriate side of the control to move the pedals.

A B

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A. Farther B. Closer You can save and recall the pedal positions

with the memory feature. See Memory

Function (page 124). Note: Adjust the pedals only when your

vehicle is in P (Park).

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WINDSHIELD WIPERS

Note: Fully defrost the windshield before

you switch the windshield wipers on. Note: Make sure you switch the windshield

wipers off before entering a car wash. Note: If streaks or smears appear on the

windshield, clean the windshield and the wiper blades. If that does not resolve the issue, install new wiper blades.

Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry windshield. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper motor to burn out. Always use the windshield washers before wiping a dry windshield.

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• Rotate away from you for a long wipe interval.

• Rotate toward you for a short wipe interval.

Speed Dependent Wipers

When your vehicle speed increases, the interval between wipes decreases.

AUTOWIPERS (If Equipped)

Note: Fully defrost the windshield before

you switch the windshield wipers on. Note: Make sure you switch the windshield

wipers off before entering a car wash.

Note: If streaks or smears appear on the windshield, clean the windshield and the wiper blades. If that does not resolve the issue, install new wiper blades.

Note: If you switch autolamps and autowipers on, the headlamps turn on when the windshield wipers continuously operate.

Wet or winter driving conditions with ice, snow or salty road mist can cause inconsistent and unexpected wiping or smearing.

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Use the rotary control to adjust the sensitivity of the autowipers. When you select low sensitivity, the wipers operate when the sensor detects a large amount of water on the windshield. When you select high sensitivity, the wipers operate when the sensor detects a small amount of water on the windshield.

Keep the outside of the windshield clean. The rain sensor is very sensitive and the wipers may operate if dirt, mist or insects hit the windshield.

In these conditions, you can do the following:

• Lower the sensitivity of the autowipers to reduce the amount of smearing on the windshield.

• Switch to normal or high-speed wipe.

• Switch autowipers off.

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WINDSHIELD WASHERS

Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry

windshield. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper motor to burn out. Always use the windshield washers before wiping a dry windshield.

Note: Do not operate the washers when the washer reservoir is empty. This may cause the washer pump to overheat.

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• A brief press causes a single wipe without washer fluid.

• A brief press and hold causes the wipers to swipe three times with washer fluid.

• A long press and hold turns on the wipers and washer fluid for up to 10 seconds.

A wipe occurs a few seconds after washing to clear any remaining washer fluid. You can switch this feature on or off in the information display.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Condensation in the Exterior Front Lamps and Rear Lamps

Exterior front lamps and rear lamps have vents to accommodate normal changes in air pressure.

Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal condensation occurs, a fine mist can form on the interior of the lens. The fine mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation.

Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions.

Examples of acceptable condensation are:

• The presence of a fine mist (no streaks, drip marks or large droplets).

• A fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens.

Examples of unacceptable condensation are:

• A water puddle inside the lamp.

• Streaks, drip marks or large droplets

present on the interior of the lens.

If you see any unacceptable condensation, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.

LIGHTING CONTROL

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Off.A Parking lamps, instrument panel

lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps.

Headlamps.C

High Beams

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Push the lever away from you to switch the high beam on.

Push the lever away from you again or pull the lever toward you to switch the high beam off.

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Headlamp Flasher

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Slightly pull the lever toward you and release it to flash the headlamps.

AUTOLAMPS (If Equipped)

WARNING

The system does not relieve you of your responsibility to drive with due

care and attention. You may need to override the system if it does not turn the headlamps on in low visibility conditions, for example daytime fog.

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When the lighting control is in the autolamps position, the headlamps turn on in low light situations, or when the wipers turn on.

The headlamps remain on for a period of time after you switch the ignition off. Use the information display controls to adjust the period of time that the headlamps remain on.

Note: If you switch the autolamps on, you cannot switch the high beams on until the system turns the low beams on.

Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps

When you switch the autolamps on, the headlamps turn on within 10 seconds of switching the wipers on. They turn off approximately 60 seconds after you switch the windshield wipers off.

The headlamps do not turn on with the wipers:

• During a single wipe.

• When using the windshield washers.

• If the wipers are in intermittent mode.

Note: If you switch autolamps and autowipers on, the headlamps turn on when the windshield wipers continuously operate.

INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER

Note: If you disconnect and connect the

battery, or fully discharge and charge the battery, the illuminated components turn to the maximum setting.

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Use the instrument lighting dimmer to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable lighting in your vehicle.

• Tap the top or bottom of the control to the first detent to brighten or dim all interior lighting incrementally.

• Press and hold the top or bottom of the control to the first detent until you reach the level you desire.

• Press and hold the top of the control to the second detent to switch the interior lights on.

• Press and hold the bottom of the control to the second detent to switch the interior lights off.

HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY

Set the delay time to keep the headlamps on for up to three minutes after switching off the ignition.

Follow the steps below to change the delay time:

Note: Complete steps 1 through 6 within 10 seconds.

1. Switch the ignition off.

2. Select the autolamp position on the lighting control.

3. Switch the lighting control to the off position.

4. Switch the ignition on.

5. Switch the ignition off.

6. Select the autolamp position on the lighting control. The headlamps and parking lamps turn on.

7. Switch the lighting control to the off position when reaching the required delay time. The headlamps and parking lamps turn off.

Set the headlamp exit delay to one of the following settings:

• Off.

• 10 seconds.

• 20 seconds.

• 120 seconds.

Note: Adjust the time delay using the display controls in the information display. See Information Displays (page 88).

DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS

WARNING

The daytime running lamps system does not activate the rear lamps and

may not provide adequate lighting during low visibility driving conditions. Make sure you switch the headlamps on, as appropriate, during all low visibility conditions. Failure to do so may result in a crash.

The system turns the lamps on in daylight conditions.

To switch the system on, switch the lighting control to the off, autolamp or parking lamp position.

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM CONTROL

WARNING

The system does not relieve you of

your responsibility to drive with due

care and attention. You may need to override the system if it does not turn the high beams on or off.

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The system turns on high beams if it is dark enough and no other traffic is present. If it detects an approaching vehicle’s headlamps or tail lamps, or street lighting ahead, the system turns off high beams before they can distract other road users. Low beams remain on.

Note: The system may not operate properly if the sensor is blocked. Keep the windshield free from obstruction or damage.

Note: The system may not operate properly in cold or inclement conditions. You can switch on the high beams by overriding the system.

Note: If the system detects a blockage, for example bird droppings, bug splatter, snow or ice, the system goes into low beam mode until you clear the blockage. A message may appear in the information display if the camera is blocked.

Note: Using much larger tires or equipping vehicle accessories such as snowplows can modify your vehicle's ride height and degrade automatic high beam control performance.

A camera sensor, centrally mounted behind the windshield of your vehicle, continuously monitors conditions to turn the high beams on and off.

Once the system is active, the high beams turn on if:

• The ambient light level is low enough.

• There is no traffic in front of your

vehicle.

• The vehicle speed is greater than approximately 32 mph (51 km/h).

The high beams turn off if:

• The ambient light level is high enough that high beams are not required.

• The system detects an approaching vehicle's headlamps or tail lamps.

• The vehicle speed falls below approximately 27 mph (43 km/h).

• The system detects severe rain, snow or fog.

• The camera is blocked.

Switching the System On and Off

Switch the system on using the information display. See Information Displays (page

88).

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Switch the lighting control to the autolamps position. See Autolamps (page 73).

Overriding the System

When you switch on the high beams, pushing or pulling the stalk provides a temporary override to low beam.

DIRECTION INDICATORS

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• To operate the left direction indicator, push the lever down until it stops.

• To operate the right direction indicator, push the lever up until it stops.

Note: Tap the lever up or down to make the direction indicators flash three times.

INTERIOR LAMPS

The lamps turn on under the following conditions:

• You open any door.

• You press a remote control button.

• You press the outer edge of the clear

lens on the front row map lamp.

Front Row Map Lamps

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Second Row Map Lamps

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Reading lamps.A

Press the button to switch the lamps on or off.

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POWER WINDOWS

WARNINGS

Do not leave children unattended in your vehicle and do not let them play

with the power windows. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.

When closing the power windows,

verify they are free of obstruction and

make sure that children and pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.

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Note: You may hear a pulsing noise when just one of the windows is open. Lower the opposite window slightly to reduce this noise.

Press the switch to open the window. Lift the switch to close the window.

One-Touch Down

Press the switch fully and release it. Press again or lift it to stop the window.

One-Touch Up

Lift the switch fully and release it. Press or lift it again to stop the window.

Resetting One-Touch Up

Start the engine.

1. Lift and hold the window switch until the you fully close the door window. Continue to hold the switch for a few seconds after you close the window.

2. Release the window switch.

3. Press and hold the window switch until you fully open the door window.

4. Release the window switch.

5. Lift and hold the window switch until you fully close the window.

6. Test for correct window operation by carrying out the one-touch down and one-touch up features.

Bounce-Back

The window will stop automatically while closing. It reverses some distance if there is an obstacle in the way.

Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature

WARNING

When you override the bounce-back feature the window will not reverse

if it detects an obstacle. Take care when closing the windows to avoid personal injury or damage to your vehicle.

Pull up the window switch and hold within a few seconds of the window reaching the bounce-back position. The window travels up with no bounce-back protection. The window stops if you release the switch before the window fully closes.

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Window Lock

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Press the control to lock or unlock the rear window controls. It illuminates when you lock the rear window controls.

Accessory Delay

You can use the window switches for several minutes after you switch the ignition off or until you open either front door.

GLOBAL OPENING (If Equipped)

You can use the remote control to open the windows with the ignition off.

Note: You can enable or disable this feature in the information display, or see an authorized dealer. See General Information (page 88).

Note: To operate this feature, accessory delay must not be active.

Opening the Windows

You can open the windows for a short time after you unlock your vehicle with the remote control. After you unlock your vehicle, press and hold the remote control unlock button to open the windows. Release the button once movement starts. Press the lock or unlock button to stop movement.

Note: Only the front windows are opened during global opening.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power Exterior Mirrors

WARNING

Do not adjust the mirrors when your vehicle is moving.

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Left-hand mirrorA Adjustment controlB Right-hand mirrorC

To adjust a mirror:

1. Select the mirror you want to adjust. The control will illuminate.

2. Adjust the position of the mirror.

3. Press the mirror switch again.

Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors

Push the mirror toward the door window glass. Make sure that you fully engage the mirror in its support when returning it to its original position.

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Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)

See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page

116).

Memory Mirrors (If Equipped)

You can save and recall the mirror positions through the memory function. See Memory Function (page 124).

Auto-Dimming Feature (If Equipped)

The driver’s exterior mirror will automatically dim when the interior auto-dimming mirror is activated.

Puddle Lamps (If Equipped)

The lamps on the bottom part of the mirror housing light when you use your transmitter to unlock the doors or when you open a door.

Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors (If

Equipped)

WARNING

Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear.

Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex mirror built into the upper outboard corner of the exterior mirrors. They are designed to increase your visibility along the side of your vehicle.

Check the main mirror first before a lane change, then check the blind spot mirror. If no vehicles are present in the blind spot mirror and the traffic in the adjacent lane is at a safe distance, signal that you intend to change lanes. Glance over your shoulder to verify traffic is clear and carefully change lanes.

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The image of the approaching vehicle is small and near the inboard edge of the main mirror when it is at a distance. The image becomes larger and begins to move outboard across the main mirror as the vehicle approaches (A). The image will transition from the main mirror and begin to appear in the blind spot mirror as the vehicle approaches (B). The vehicle will transition to your peripheral field of view as it leaves the blind spot mirror (C).

Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)

See Blind Spot Information System (page 192).

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INTERIOR MIRROR

Manual Dimming Mirror

WARNING

Do not adjust the mirrors when your vehicle is moving. This could result in the loss of control of your vehicle,

serious personal injury or death.

Pull the tab below the mirror toward you to reduce the effect of bright light from behind.

Automatic Dimming Mirror (If Equipped)

WARNING

Do not adjust the mirrors when your vehicle is moving. This could result in the loss of control of your vehicle,

serious personal injury or death.

The mirror dims to reduce the effect of bright light from behind. It returns to normal when the bright light from behind is no longer present or if you shift into reverse (R).

Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the mirror.

Note: A rear center passenger or raised rear center head restraint could prevent light from reaching the sensor.

SUN VISORS

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Rotate the sun visor toward the side window and extend it rearward for extra shade.

Illuminated Vanity Mirror

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Lift the cover to switch the lamp on.

SUN SHADES

Note: Do not try to move the sun shade

manually.

The power rear sun shade covers the rear window of the vehicle.

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The control is on the center console. The sun shade has a one-touch up and

down feature. Press and release the control to move the sun shade. To stop motion, press the control a second time.

The sun shade automatically retracts when you shift the transmission into reverse (R).

MOONROOF (If Equipped)

WARNINGS

Do not let children play with the moonroof or leave them unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously

hurt themselves.

When closing the moonroof, you should verify that it is free of

obstructions and make sure that children and pets are not in the proximity of the roof opening.

You can manually open or close the sliding shade when the moonroof is closed. Pull the shade toward the front of your vehicle to close it.

The moonroof controls are located on the overhead console and have a one-touch open and close feature. To stop it during one-touch operation, press the control a second time.

Opening and Closing the Moonroof

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Press and release the SLIDE control to open the moonroof. The moonroof will stop short of the fully opened position.

Note: This position helps to reduce wind noise or rumbling which may happen with the moonroof fully open. Press and release the control again to fully open the moonroof.

Pull and release the SLIDE control to close the moonroof.

Bounce-Back

The moonroof will stop automatically while closing. It will reverse some distance if there is an obstacle in the way.

Pull and hold the SLIDE control within two seconds of a bounce-back event to override this function. While bounce-back is active, the closing force increases for each of the next three times that you close the moonroof.

Venting the Moonroof

Press and release the TILT control to vent the moonroof. Pull and hold the TILT control to close the moonroof.

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GAUGES

Type 1

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Tachometer.A Information display. See General Information (page 88).B Speedometer.C Fuel gauge.D

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Type 2

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Left information display. See General Information (page 88).A Speedometer.B Right information display. See your SYNC information.C

Information Display

Odometer

Located in the bottom of the information display. Registers the accumulated distance your vehicle has traveled.

Compass

Displays the vehicle's heading direction.

Trip Computer

See General Information (page 88).

Vehicle Settings and Personalization

See General Information (page 88).

Fuel Gauge

Note: The fuel gauge may vary slightly

when your vehicle is moving or on a gradient.

Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge will indicate approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump symbol indicates on which side of your vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

The needle should move toward F when you refuel your vehicle. If the needle points to E after adding fuel, this indicates your vehicle needs service soon.

After refueling some variability in needle position is normal:

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• It may take a short time for the needle to reach full after leaving the gas station. This is normal and depends upon the slope of pavement at the gas station.

• The fuel amount dispensed into the tank is a little less or more than the gauge indicated. This is normal and depends upon the slope of pavement at the gas station.

• If the gas station nozzle shuts off before the tank is full, try a different gas pump nozzle.

• There is a small reserve left in the tank when the fuel gauge reaches empty.

Low Fuel Reminder

A low fuel level reminder displays and sounds when the distance to empty reaches 75 mi (120 km) to empty for MyKey, and at 50 mi (80 km), 25 mi (40 km), 10 mi (20 km) and 0 mi (0 km) for all vehicle keys.

Variations:

Note: The low fuel warning and distance-to-empty warning can appear at different fuel gauge positions depending on fuel economy conditions. This variation is normal.

WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS

The following warning lamps and indicators alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious. Some lamps illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure they work. If any lamps remain on after starting your vehicle, refer to the respective system warning lamp for further information.

Note: Some warning indicators appear in the information display and function the same as a warning lamp, but do not display when you start your vehicle.

Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped)

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The speed control system indicator light changes color to

indicate what mode the system is in. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 180).

On (white light): Illuminates when you switch on the adaptive cruise control system. Turns off when the speed control system is turned off.

Engaged (green light): Illuminates when you engage the adaptive cruise control system. Turns off when you disengage the speed control system.

Anti-Lock Braking System

If it illuminates when you are

driving, this indicates a

malfunction. You continue to have the normal braking system (without ABS) unless the brake system warning lamp is also illuminated. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer.

Automatic High Beam Control

It will illuminate when this

feature is on. See Automatic

High Beam Control (page 74).

Battery

If it illuminates while driving, it

indicates a malfunction. Switch

off all unnecessary electrical equipment and have the system checked by an authorized dealer immediately.

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Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)

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It illuminates when you switch this feature off or in conjunction with a message. See Blind Spot

Information System (page 192).

Brake System

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It illuminates when you engage the parking brake with the ignition on.

If it illuminates when you are driving, check that the parking brake is not engaged. If the parking brake is not engaged, this indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction. Have the system checked immediately by an authorized dealer.

WARNING

Driving your vehicle with the warning lamp on is dangerous. A significant

decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

Cruise Control (If Equipped)

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It illuminates when you switch this feature on.

Direction Indicator

Illuminates when you switch on the left or right direction

indicator or the hazard warning flasher. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. See

Changing a Bulb (page 257).

Door Ajar

Displays when the ignition is on and any door is not completely closed.

Engine Coolant Temperature

Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high.

Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. See Engine Oil Check (page 242).

Engine Oil

If it illuminates with the engine

running or when you are driving,

this indicates a malfunction. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check (page 242).

Note: Do not resume your journey if it illuminates despite the level being correct. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer immediately.

Fasten Seatbelt

It illuminates and a chime

sounds to remind you to fasten

your seatbelt. See Seatbelt

Reminder (page 33).

Front Airbag

If it fails to illuminate when you

start your vehicle, continues to

flash or remains on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer.

Front Fog Lamps (If Equipped)

Lights when you switch the front

fog lamps on.

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Heads Up Display (If Equipped)

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A red beam of lights illuminates on the windshield in certain

instances when using adaptive cruise control and/or the collision warning system. It also illuminates momentarily when you start your vehicle to make sure the display works.

High Beam

It illuminates when you switch

the high beam headlamps on. It

flashes when you use the headlamp flasher.

Lane Keeping Aid (If Equipped)

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Lights when the lane keeping

system is activated.

Low Fuel Level

It illuminates when the fuel level

is low or the fuel tank is nearly

empty. Refuel as soon as possible.

Low Tire Pressure Warning

It illuminates when your tire

pressure is low. If the lamp

remains on with the engine running or when driving, check your tire pressure as soon as possible.

It also illuminates momentarily when you switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp is functional. If it does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, or begins to flash at any time, have the system checked by an authorized dealer.

Low Washer Fluid

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It illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.

Parking Lamps

It illuminates when you switch the parking lamps on.

Powertrain Fault

Illuminates when the system detects a powertrain or an AWD fault. Contact an authorized

dealer as soon as possible.

Service Engine Soon

If the service engine soon indicator light stays illuminated

after you start the engine, it indicates that the On Board Diagnostics system (OBD) has detected a malfunction of the vehicle emissions control system. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD) in the Fuel and Refueling chapter for more information about having your vehicle serviced. See Emission Law (page 148).

If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately.

WARNING

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures

could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Have an authorized dealer service your vehicle immediately.

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The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when you first switch on the ignition before engine start to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing.

Normally, the service engine soon light stays on until you crank the engine, then turns itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See Emission Law (page 148).

Stability Control

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It flashes when the system is active. If it remains illuminated

or does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, this indicates a malfunction. During a malfunction the system switches off. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer immediately. See Using Stability

Control (page 168).

Stability Control Off

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It illuminates when you switch

the system off. It goes out when

you switch the system back on or when you switch the ignition off. See

Using Stability Control (page 168).

AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS

Key in Ignition Warning Chime

Sounds when you leave the key in the ignition and the driver’s door is opened.

Keyless Warning Alert

Sounds the horn twice when you exit your vehicle with the intelligent access key, after the last door is closed and your keyless vehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicle is still on.

Headlamps On Warning Chime

Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

Parking Brake On Warning Chime

Sounds when you leave the parking brake on and drive your vehicle. If the warning chime remains on after you release the parking brake, have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNING

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and

You can control various systems on your vehicle using the information display controls on the steering wheel. Corresponding information appears in the information display.

Information Display Controls (Type 1)

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• Press the up and down arrow buttons to scroll through and highlight the options within a menu.

• Press the right arrow button to enter a submenu.

• Press the left arrow button to exit a submenu.

• Press the OK button to choose and confirm settings or messages.

This icon gives you the ability to switch a feature on or off. A

check in the box indicates the feature is enabled, and unchecked indicates the feature is disabled.

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Trip 1 & 2

You can access the menu using the information display control.

Note: Some options may appear slightly different or not at all if the items are optional.

Trip 1 & 2

Digital Speedometer

Hold OK to ResetTrip Odometer

Trip Timer

Average Fuel

• Digital Speedometer - Shows a digital display of your vehicle speed.

• Trip Odometer — Registers the distance of individual journeys.

• Trip Timer — The timer stops when you turn your vehicle off and restarts when you restart your vehicle.

• Average Fuel — Shows the average fuel economy for a given trip.

Note: Press and hold OK on the current screen to reset the respective trip, distance, time and fuel information.

Fuel Economy

Dist to empty

Inst Fuel Econ

Average Fuel

• Distance to Empty - Shows the approximate distance your vehicle can travel before running out of fuel.

• Instantaneous Fuel Economy - Shows a visual graph of your instantaneous fuel economy along with your Avg MPG since the function was last reset.

• Average MPG — Shows the average fuel economy since last reset.

Note: You can reset your average fuel economy by pressing and holding the OK button on the left hand steering wheel controls.

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Information

MyKey® Dist. (if key is programmed) — Distance traveled when a programmed key is in use.

MyKey® Info — Number of MyKeys and admin keys programmed

Coolant Temp. — The engine coolant indicator will change colors indicating: blue for cool, gray for normal and red for hot. If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Settings

In this mode, you can configure different driver setting choices.

Note: Some items are optional and may not appear.

Settings

Traction CtrlDriver Assist

Blindspot

High, Normal or LowSensitivityCollision

Warn

Chimes

Warning

Cross Traffic

Adaptive or NormalCruise

Control

Rear Park Aid

Select your applicable languageLanguageDisplay

Miles & Gal, km/L or L/100kmDistanceUnits

Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C)Temperature

Auto Engine Off

Auto Highbeam

Off or number of secondsAutolamp

Delay

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Settings

DisplayCompass

Normal or TowingDTE calcula-

tion

Easy Entry/Exit

AutolockLocksConvenience

Autounlock

All Doors or Driver FirstRemote Unlock

Remaining Life XXX% - Hold OK to ResetOil Life

Reset

Auto or Last SettingsClimate ControlRemote

Start

Automatic or OffSeats and Wheel or

Front Seats

5, 10 or 15 minutesDuration

System

Remote OpenWindows

Remote Close

Courtesy WipeWipers

Rain Sensing

1 Year, 2 Years, 3 Years or 4 YearsTire Mobility

Kit

Hold OK to Create MyKeyCreate

MyKey

Always On or User Selectable911 Assist

Traction Ctrl

80 mph (130 km/h) or OffMax Speed

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Settings

Volume Limiter

Always On or User SelectableDo Not

Disturb

Hold OK to Clear All MyKeysClear

MyKeys

Note: Some MyKey items only appear if a MyKey is set.

Information Display Controls (Type 2)

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• Press the up and down arrow buttons to scroll through and highlight the options within a menu.

• Press the right arrow button to enter a sub-menu.

• Press the left arrow button to exit a menu.

• Press and hold the left arrow button at any time to return to the main menu display (escape button).

• Press the OK button to choose and confirm settings or messages.

Main Menu

From the main menu bar on the left side of the information display, you can choose from the following categories:

• Display Mode.

• Trip 1 & 2.

• Fuel Economy.

• Driver Assist.

• Settings.

Scroll up or down to highlight one of the categories and then press the right arrow key or OK to enter into that category. Press the left arrow key as needed to exit back to the main menu.

Display Mode

Use the up or down arrow buttons to choose between the following display options.

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Display Mode

XXX mi (km) to empty, Fuel gauge and Total odometerOption 1

Round tachometer, Fuel gauge and Total odometerOption 2

Round tachometer, Engine coolant temp gauge, Fuel gauge and Total odometer

Option 3

Digital speedometer, Fuel gauge and Total odometerOption 4

Regardless of display mode chosen, when you use the SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST), the cluster will change to the round tachometer if not already selected.

XXX mi (km) to empty

Shows approximate fuel level before the fuel tank reaches empty. The value is dynamic and can change (raise or lower) depending on driving style.

Fuel gauge

Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge indicates approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank. The arrow next to the fuel pump symbol shows the fuel filler door side of your vehicle. When the fuel level becomes low, the level indicator changes to amber. When the fuel level becomes critically low, the level indicator changes to red.

Note: The fuel gauge level may vary slightly when your vehicle is moving or when driving on a slope.

Note: When a MyKey is in use, low fuel warnings display earlier.

Round tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. During SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST) use, the currently selected gear appears in the display.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the level indicator is in the normal range. If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Trip 1 & 2

You can access the menu using the information display control.

Note: Some options may appear slightly different or not at all if the items are optional.

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Trip 1 & 2

Trip distanceTrip 1 & 2

Elapsed trip time

Average fuel economy

Hold OK to Reset

• Trip distance — shows the accumulated trip distance.

• Elapsed trip time— timer stops when the vehicle is turned off and restarts when the

vehicle is restarted.

• Average fuel economy — shows the average fuel economy for a given trip.

Note: You can reset your trip information by pressing and holding the OK button on the left hand steering wheel controls.

Fuel Economy

Use the left or right arrow buttons to choose the desired fuel economy display.

Fuel Economy

30 Min Fuel HistoryInst Fuel EconomyFuel Economy

-XInstantaneous fuel usage

X-Fuel usage over a 30 minute

time span

Always PresentAverage MPG

Always PresentXXX mi (km) to E

• Inst Fuel Economy - This display shows a visual graph of your instantaneous fuel economy.

• 30 Min Fuel History - This display shows a bar chart of your fuel history.

Note: You can reset your average fuel economy by pressing and holding the OK button on the left hand steering wheel controls.

Driver Assist

In this mode, you can configure different driver setting choices.

Note: Some items are optional and may not appear.

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Driver Assist

Traction Control

Blindspot

High, Normal or LowSensitivityCollision Warn

Cross Traffic Alert

Adaptive or NormalCruise Control

Driver AlertDriver Alert

Driver Alert Disp.

Front Park Aid

Alert, Aid or BothModeLane Keeping

High, Normal or LowIntensity

Rear Park Aid

Settings

In this mode, you can configure different driver setting choices.

Note: Some items are optional and may not appear.

Settings

Auto Engine Off

Normal or TowingDTE Calcula-

tion

Easy Entry/Exit

Auto HighbeamLighting

Off or number of secondsAutolamp Delay

AutolockLocksVehicle

Autounlock

All Doors or Driver's DoorRemote unlock

Remaining Life XXX% - Hold OK to ResetOil Life

Reset

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Settings

Auto or Last SettingsClimate ControlRemote

Start

Automatic or OffSeats and Wheel or

Front Seats

5, 10 or 15 minutesDuration

System

1 Year, 2 Years, 3 Years or 4 YearsTire Mobility

Kit

Remote Open or CloseWindows

Courtesy WipeWipers

Rain Sensing

MyKeys / Admin KeysMyKey

Status

Hold OK to Create MyKeyCreate

MyKey

Always On or User Selectable911 Assist

Traction Control

80 mph (130 km/h) or OffMax Speed

Choose desired speed or offSpeed

Minder

On or OffVolume

Limiter

Always On or User SelectableDo Not

Disturb

Hold OK to Clear All MyKeysClear

MyKeys

Miles & Gal., km/L or L/100kmDistanceDisplay

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Settings

Fuel Gauge or Fuel + TachGauge

Display

Select your applicable language — Hold OK to SetLanguage

Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C)Temper-

ature

Note: Some MyKey items only appear if a MyKey is set.

INFORMATION MESSAGES

Note: Depending on the vehicle options

equipped with your vehicle, not all of the messages will display or be available. Certain messages may display abbreviated or shortened depending upon which cluster type you have.

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Press the OK button to acknowledge and remove some messages from the information display. Other messages delete automatically after a short time.

You need to confirm certain messages before you can access the menus.

Adaptive Cruise Control

ActionMessage

A radar malfunction is preventing the adaptive cruise from

engaging. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 180).

Adaptive Cruise

Malfunction

Conditions exist such that the adaptive cruise cannot function

properly. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 180).

Adaptive Cruise Not

Available

The radar is blocked because of poor radar visibility due to

bad weather or ice/mud/water in front of radar. Driver can

typically clean the sensor to resolve. See Using Adaptive

Cruise Control (page 180).

Adaptive Cruise Not

Available Sensor

Blocked See Manual

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Information Displays

Ford Taurus 2018 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

SYMBOLS GLOSSARY

Introduction

DATA RECORDING

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

PERCHLORATE

FORD CREDIT

REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION

SPECIAL NOTICES

MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

Environment

INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW

At a Glance

GENERAL INFORMATION

Child Safety

INSTALLING CHILD RESTRAINTS

BOOSTER SEATS

CHILD RESTRAINT POSITIONING

CHILD SAFETY LOCKS

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Seatbelts

FASTENING THE SEATBELTS

SEATBELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

SEATBELT WARNING LAMP AND INDICATOR CHIME

SEATBELT REMINDER

CHILD RESTRAINT AND SEATBELT MAINTENANCE

SEATBELT EXTENSION

Personal Safety System™

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Supplementary Restraints System

DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS

FRONT PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM

SIDE AIRBAGS

SAFETY CANOPY™

CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR

AIRBAG DISPOSAL

GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES

REMOTE CONTROL

Keys and Remote Controls

REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

MyKey™

CREATING A MYKEY

CLEARING ALL MYKEYS

CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM STATUS

USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE START SYSTEMS

MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING

Doors and Locks

KEYLESS ENTRY

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE

PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

Security

ANTI-THEFT ALARM (If Equipped)

Steering Wheel

AUDIO CONTROL

VOICE CONTROL

CRUISE CONTROL

INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL

HEATED STEERING WHEEL (If

ADJUSTING THE PEDALS

Pedals (If Equipped)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS

AUTOWIPERS (If Equipped)

Wipers and Washers

WINDSHIELD WASHERS

GENERAL INFORMATION

LIGHTING CONTROL

Lighting

AUTOLAMPS (If Equipped)

INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER

HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY

DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM CONTROL