Ford Transit Connect 2008 User Manual

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FordTourneoConnect FordTransitConnect Owner's handbook

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Part number: 7T1J-19A321-DA (CG3526en) 06/2007 20070712082539

Introduction

About this handbook........................5

Symbols glossary..............................5

Parts and accessories......................5

Quick start

Quick start..........................................6

Child safety

Child seats........................................12

Booster cushions.............................13

Child seat positioning......................14

ISOFIX anchor points.......................16

Child safety locks.............................18

Occupant protection

Principle of operation......................19

Fastening the seat belts.................21

Seat belt height adjustment..........22

Using seat belts during

pregnancy....................................22

Keys and remote

controls

General information on radio

frequencies..................................23

Programming the remote

control...........................................23

Changing the remote control

battery...........................................23

Locks

Locking and unlocking...................25

Engine immobiliser

Principle of operation.....................30

Coded keys.....................................30

Arming the engine immobiliser......31

Disarming the engine

immobiliser....................................31

Alarm

Principle of operation.....................32

Arming the alarm.............................32

Disarming the alarm........................32

Steering wheel

Adjusting the steering wheel.........33

Audio control...................................33

Wipers and washers

Windscreen wipers.........................35

Windscreen washers.....................35

Rear window wiper and

washers........................................35

Checking the wiper blades...........36

Changing the wiper blades...........36

Lighting

Lighting control................................37

Front fog lamps...............................37

Rear fog lamps................................37

Headlamp levelling..........................38

Direction indicators.........................40

Interior lamps...................................40

Changing a bulb...............................41

Bulb specification chart..................45

Windows and mirrors

Electric windows.............................47

Exterior mirrors................................47

Electric exterior mirrors..................48

Interior mirror...................................48

Rear quarter windows...................49

Instruments

Gauges.............................................50

Warning lamps and indicators.......51

Audible warnings and

indicators......................................53

Information displays

Trip computer..................................54

Climate control

Principle of operation.....................55

Air vents............................................55

Heated windows and mirrors.......55

Manual climate control...................56

Auxiliary heater................................59

Seats

Sitting in the correct position........64

Front seats.......................................64

Head restraints................................68

Rear seats........................................68

Heated seats....................................71

Convenience features

Clock.................................................72

Cigar lighter......................................72

Ashtray..............................................73

Auxiliary power sockets.................73

Cup holders......................................73

Glove box.........................................74

Storage compartments.................74

Map pockets....................................76

Seat back trays................................76

Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket......76

Starting the engine

General information........................77

Ignition switch..................................77

Starting a petrol engine..................77

Starting a diesel engine..................79

Switching off the engine................79

Fuel and refuelling

Safety precautions..........................80

Fuel quality - Petrol.........................80

Fuel quality - Diesel.........................80

Catalytic converter.........................80

Fuel filler flap.....................................81

Refuelling...........................................81

Fuel consumption...........................82

Technical specifications.................82

Transmission

Manual transmission.......................84

Brakes

Principle of operation.....................85

Hints on driving with ABS...............85

Parking brake..................................86

Traction control

Principle of operation......................87

Using traction control.....................87

Parking aid

Principle of operation.....................88

Table of contents

Using the parking aid......................88

Load carrying

General information........................89

Roof racks and load carriers.........89

Cargo nets.......................................89

Towing

Towing a trailer.................................91

Driving hints

Running-in........................................92

Emergency

equipment

First aid kit.........................................93

Warning triangle..............................93

Status after a

collision

Fuel cut-off switch..........................94

Inspecting safety system

components.................................94

Fuses

Fuse box locations..........................95

Changing a fuse..............................96

Fuse labels.......................................97

Fuse specification chart.................99

Vehicle recovery

Towing points.................................100

Towing the vehicle on four

wheels..........................................101

Maintenance

General information......................102

Opening and closing the

bonnet.........................................103

Engine compartment overview -

1.8L Duratec-DOHC (Zetec).....104

Engine compartment overview -

1.8L Duratorq-TDCi (Kent)

Diesel/1.8L Duratorq-TDDi (Kent)

Diesel...........................................105

Engine oil dipstick - 1.8L

Duratec-DOHC (Zetec)............106

Engine oil dipstick - 1.8L

Duratorq-TDCi (Kent) Diesel/1.8L

Duratorq-TDDi (Kent) Diesel.....106

Engine oil check.............................106

Engine coolant check...................107

Brake and clutch fluid check.......107

Power steering fluid check..........108

Washer fluid check........................108

Technical specifications................109

Vehicle care

Cleaning the exterior......................111

Cleaning the interior.......................112

Repairing minor paint damage.....112

Vehicle battery

Battery care....................................113

Using booster cables....................113

Changing the vehicle battery.......114

Wheels and tyres

General information.......................115

Changing a road wheel.................115

Tyre care..........................................121

Table of contents

Using winter tyres..........................122

Using snow chains........................122

Technical specifications................122

Vehicle identification

Vehicle identification plate............125

Vehicle identification number

(VIN).............................................125

Load apportioning valve (LAV)

plate.............................................125

Technical specific-

ations

Technical specifications................126

Telephone

General information......................133

Telephone setup...........................133

Bluetooth setup.............................135

Telephone controls.......................136

Using the telephone - Vehicles

Without: Navigation System.....137

Using the telephone - Travel Pilot

EX.................................................140

Voice control

Principle of operation....................143

Using voice control.......................144

Audio unit commands..................144

Telephone commands.................149

Navigation system

commands.................................154

Climate control commands.........154

Appendices

Type approvals...............................157

Type approvals..............................160

Table of contents

ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK

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

Note:

This handbook describes every model and option, sometimes even before they are generally available. It may describe options not fitted to your vehicle.

Note:

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

Note:

Pass on this handbook when selling your vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

SYMBOLS GLOSSARY

Symbols in this handbook

WARNING

You risk death or serious injury

to yourself and others if you do not follow the instructions highlighted by the warning symbol.

CAUTION

You risk damaging your vehicle

if you do not follow the instructions highlighted by the caution symbol.

Symbols on your vehicle

When you see these symbols, read and follow the relevant instructions in this handbook before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Genuine Ford parts and accessories have been designed specifically for your vehicle. Unless we have specifically stated, we have not tested non-Ford parts and accessories and, therefore, we will not guarantee that they are suitable for your vehicle. We recommend that you ask your Ford Dealer for advice on parts and accessories suitable for your vehicle.

Introduction

QUICK START

Instrument panel overview

Left-hand drive

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Quick start

Right-hand drive

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I H G B D C E F S

J M K L N Q P O A

Lighting controls. See Lighting (page 37).

Direction indicators. See Lighting (page 37).

Horn.C

Instrument cluster. See Convenience features (page 72).

Information display. See Trip computer (page 54).

Quick start

Wiper lever. See Wipers and washers (page 35).

Air vents. See Climate control (page 55).

Hazard warning flasher switch. See Lighting (page 37).

Audio or navigation unit. See separate handbook.I

Climate controls. See Climate control (page 55).

Heated windscreen and heated rear window switches. See Climate control (page 55).

Ashtray or storage compartment. See Convenience features (page 72).

Recirculated air and air conditioning switches. See Climate control (page 55).

Cigar lighter or auxiliary power socket. See Convenience features (page 72).

Ignition switch.O

Steering wheel adjustment lever. See Steering wheel (page 33).

Audio control. See Audio control (page 33).

Fuses. See Fuses (page 95).

Headlamp levelling control. See Headlamp levelling (page 38).

Quick start

Locking and unlocking the doors with the key

E74800

UnlockA

LockB

Transit Connect

Turn the key to position A to unlock the front doors.

Turn the key to position A twice to unlock all doors.

Tourneo Connect

Turn the key to position A to unlock the front doors.

See Locking and unlocking (page 25).

Locking and unlocking the doors with the remote control

E87379

A B C

UnlockA

LockB

Luggage compartment lid unlock

Transit Connect

Press button A once to unlock the front doors only.

Press button A twice to unlock all doors and the luggage compartment lid.

Press button C once to unlock the luggage compartment lid and the sliding door.

Tourneo Connect

Press button A once to unlock all doors and the luggage compartment lid.

All vehicles

Press button B once to lock all doors and the luggage compartment lid.

Press button B twice within three seconds to activate double locking.

Quick start

Note:

The anti-theft alarm system can also be armed independently from the double locking system by turning the door key to the lock position.

See Locking and unlocking (page 25).

Adjusting the steering wheel

WARNING

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

E70358

Release the locking lever to adjust the height of the steering wheel and its distance from the driver.

See Adjusting the steering

wheel (page 33).

Direction indicators

E74363

Setting the clock

Version 1

E74265

Toggle and reset buttonA

Quick start

•

Turn the ignition to position II.

•

Hold the button A pressed for at least three seconds until the time in the display flashes.

•

To advance the minutes, press the button A. To advance rapidly, hold the button pressed.

To toggle between 12 or 24 hour format, turn the ignition to position I and press the button A.

Version 2

For detailed instructions on how to adjust the clock, refer to the separate audio manual.

E83530

Press button A to show the time.

Windscreen defrosting or demisting

E74666

See Climate control (page 55).

Engine idle speed after starting

The engine may idle at a higher speed than normal immediately after starting from cold.

See Starting the engine (page

77).

Quick start

CHILD SEATS

E68916

WARNINGS

Secure children that are less

than 150 centimetres tall or less than 12 years of age in a suitable, approved child restraint, in the rear seat.

Original text according to ECE

R94.01: Extreme Hazard! Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an air bag in front of it!

Read and follow the

manufacturer’s instructions when you are fitting a child restraint.

Do not modify child restraints in

any way.

Do not hold a child on your lap

when the vehicle is moving.

Do not leave unattended

children in your vehicle.

WARNINGS

If your vehicle has been involved

in an accident, have the child restraints checked by properly trained technicians.

Note:

Mandatory use of child restraints varies from country to country.

A choice of ECE approved child restraints which have been specifically tested and approved for your vehicle are available from your Dealer.

Child restraints for different mass groups

Use the correct child restraint as follows:

Baby safety seat

E68918

Secure children that weigh less than 13 kilogrammes in a rearward facing baby safety seat in the rear seat.

Child safety

Child safety seat

E68920

Secure children that weigh between 13 and 18 kilogrammes in a child safety seat in the rear seat.

BOOSTER CUSHIONS

WARNINGS

Do not install a booster seat or a booster cushion with only the

lap strap of the seat belt.

Do not install a booster seat or a booster cushion with a seat

belt that is slack or twisted.

Do not put the seat belt under your child’s arm or behind its

back.

Do not use pillows, books or towels to boost your child’s

height.

Make sure that your children sit in an upright position.

WARNINGS

Secure children that weigh more

than 15 kilogrammes but are less than 150 centimetres tall in a booster seat or a booster cushion.

Booster seat

E70710

We recommend that you use a booster seat that combines a cushion with a backrest instead of a booster cushion only. The raised seating position will allow you to position the shoulder strap of the adult seat belt over the centre of your child’s shoulder and the lap strap tightly across its hips.

Child safety

Booster cushion

E68924

CHILD SEAT POSITIONING

WARNING

When using a forward facing

child seat on a rear seat, always remove the head restraint from that seat.

Note:

When using a child restraint on a front seat, it may prove difficult to tighten the lap section of the seat belt without slack remaining. If this is the case, adjust the seatback to the fully upright position and raise the height of the seat. See Front seats (page 64).

Mass group categories

Seating positions

IIIIII0+0

22 to 36

15 to 25

9 to 18

Up to 13

Up to 10

Front passenger

seat with airbag

Front passenger

seat without airbag

UUUUU

Second row rear

seats

UUUUUThird row rear seats

X Not suitable for children in this mass group.

U Suitable for universal category child restraints approved for use in this mass

group.

U1 Suitable for universal category child restraints approved for use in this mass

group. However, we recommend that you secure children in a government approved child restraint, in the rear seat.

Child safety

ISOFIX child restraints

Mass group categoriesSeating positions

IIIIII0+0

22 - 36

15 - 25

9 - 18 kgUp to 13

Up to 10

XSecond row ISOFIX

seats

XXA, B, B1,

C, D

C, D, EESecond row ISOFIX

classes*

X Not suitable for children in this mass group.

L Recommended only for the following rearward facing ISOFIX child restraints:

Roemer Baby-Safe (E1-04301146), Roemer Baby-Safe Plus (E1-04301146), Britax Cosy Tot (E1-04301146), Britax Cosy Tot Premium (E1-04301146).

L Recommended only for the following forward facing ISOFIX child restraint with top tether (group I): Roemer Duo (E1-40301133).

As defined by ECE-R16.

N/A Not applicable.

Note:

When you are purchasing an ISOFIX restraint, make sure that you know the correct mass group and ISOFIX size class for the intended seating locations.

Child safety

ISOFIX ANCHOR POINTS

Tourneo Connect

WARNINGS

Ford does not recommend the

use of an ISOfix system without the use of an anti-rotation device, such as a top tether anchor or support leg, correctly installed.

There is a risk of death or

serious injury when the manufacturers instructions are not followed properly or when the child restraint is modified in any way.

Your vehicle has been equipped with ISOFIX anchor points. Your Ford Dealer will be pleased to make them accessible.

E75769

The ISOFIX system consists of two rigid latching arms on the child seat which attach to anchor points at the bottom of the seat. When made available by your Ford Dealer, the two lower anchor points may be found on the second row centre seat and are labelled with a circular pictogram and the text ‘ISOFIX’. The guides enable the latching arms of an ISOFIX child seat to be easily and securely attached.

ISOFIX child seats not approved by Ford have not been validated by Ford, and neither the suitability nor the safety of such seats can be certified, whether installed using the ISOFIX system or the normal seat belts.

Attaching a child seat with top tethers

WARNING

Attach the tether strap only to

the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether location.

A third anchor point has been provided for child seats that are equipped with a top tether, available for use in the forward facing configuration. This additional anchor will enable the use of a top tether strap. Contact your Ford Dealer to have this anchor installed.

Child safety

E75770

On vehicles with five seats, the anchor is located at the top of the rear door opening.

E75771

On vehicles with eight seats, it is located on the rear of the second row centre seat.

E75772

The anchor point is identified by a pictogram. The tether strap should be routed beneath the raised head restraint to the anchor point. Remove the anchor point cover and attach the strap. After installing the child safety seat, tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Child safety

CHILD SAFETY LOCKS

Tourneo Connect

WARNING

You cannot open the doors from inside if you have put the

child safety locks on.

Note:

Child safety locks are only

fitted to sliding doors.

E75766

LockA

UnlockB

Child safety

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Airbags

WARNINGS

Do not modify the front of your

vehicle in any way. This could adversely affect deployment of the airbags.

Original text according to ECE

R94.01: Extreme Hazard! Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an airbag in front of it!

Wear a seat belt and keep

sufficient distance between yourself and the steering wheel. Only when you use the seat belt properly, can it hold you in a position that allows the airbag to achieve its optimum effect. See Sitting in the correct position (page 64).

Have repairs to the steering

wheel, steering column, seats, airbags and seat belts carried out by properly trained technicians.

Keep the areas in front of the

airbags free from obstruction. Do not affix anything to or over the airbag covers.

Do not poke sharp objects into

areas where airbags are fitted. This could damage and adversely affect deployment of the airbags.

Use seat covers designed for

seats with side airbags. Have these fitted by properly trained technicians.

Note:

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

Note:

Only wipe airbag covers with a damp cloth.

Driver and front passenger airbags

E74302

The driver and front passenger airbags will deploy during significant frontal collisions or collisions that are up to 30 degrees from the left or the right. The airbags will inflate within a few thousandths of a second and deflate on contact with the occupants, thus cushioning forward body movement. During minor frontal collisions, overturns, rear collisions and side collisions, the driver and front passenger airbags will not deploy.

Occupant protection

Side airbags

E72658

Side airbags are fitted inside the seatback of the front seats. A label indicates that side airbags are fitted to your vehicle.

The side airbags will deploy during significant lateral collisions. Only the airbag on the side affected by the collision will deploy. The airbags will inflate within a few thousandths of a second and deflate on contact with the occupants, thus providing protection for the chest and shoulder areas. During minor lateral collisions, overturns, front collisions and rear collisions, the side airbags will not deploy.

Seat belts

WARNINGS

Wear a seat belt and keep

sufficient distance between yourself and the steering wheel. Only when you use the seat belt properly, can it hold you in a position to achieve its optimum effect. See

Sitting in the correct position

(page 64).

Never use a seat belt for more

than one person.

Use the correct buckle for each

seat belt.

Do not use a seat belt that is

slack or twisted.

Do not wear thick clothing. The

seat belt must fit tightly around your body to achieve its optimum effect.

Position the shoulder strap of

the seat belt over the centre of your shoulder and position the lap strap tightly across your hips.

The drivers seat belt retractor is fitted with a seat belt pretensioner. Seat belt pretensioners have a slightly lower deployment threshold than the airbags. During significant frontal collisions, it is possible that only the seat belt pretensioners will deploy.

Occupant protection

FASTENING THE SEAT BELTS

E66541

WARNING

Insert the tongue into the buckle

until a distinct click is heard, otherwise the seat belt will not be locked correctly.

Pull the belt out steadily. It may lock if pulled sharply or if the vehicle is on a slope.

To release the belt, press the red button on the buckle and let the belt rewind completely and smoothly.

Rear seat belts

E75564

WARNING

In order to ensure that the

centre belt works properly, the rear seatback must be correctly engaged.

Make sure that each seat belt uses the correct buckle.

Occupant protection

SEAT BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Front seat belt

E68901

Rear seat belt

E73074

WARNING

Make sure that the seat belt runs smoothly through the

guide.

USING SEAT BELTS DURING PREGNANCY

E68587

WARNING

Position the seat belt correctly

for your safety and that of your unborn child. Do not use only the lap strap or the shoulder strap.

Position the lap strap comfortably across your hips and low beneath your pregnant abdomen. Position the shoulder strap between your breasts, above and to the side of your pregnant abdomen.

Occupant protection

GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES

CAUTION

The radio frequency used by

your remote control can also be used by other short distance radio transmissions (e.g. amateur radios, medical equipment, wireless headphones, remote controls 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:

You could unlock the doors if you press the buttons on the remote control unintentionally.

The operating range between your remote control and your vehicle varies depending on the environment.

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL

You can programme a maximum of four remote controls to use with your vehicle (including any supplied with your vehicle).

Note:

Make sure the anti-theft alarm is deactivated and that all doors are closed.

1. Turn the ignition key from position

0 to position II eight times within 10 seconds. The ignition must end in position II and remain in this position. The door locks will cycle to indicate that it is now possible to programme new remote controls.

2. Press any button on a new remote control within 20 seconds of the door locks cycling. The door locks will cycle again to indicate that the remote control has been successfully programmed.

3. Repeat step 2 for all your remote controls, including your original remote control. Each time a new remote control is successfully programmed, the programming period starts again and it is possible to programme a new remote control for 20 seconds.

Turn the ignition to position 0. The door locks will cycle to indicate that the remote control programming is ended. Only the remote controls which you have just programmed are now able to lock and unlock your vehicle.

CHANGING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY

If the range of the transmitter in the key decreases gradually, the battery (type 3V CR 2032) should be replaced.

Keys and remote controls

E68726

•

Carefully seperate the transmitter unit from the key using a flat object (e.g. a screwdriver) at the recess on the back.

•

Carefully prise out the battery with the flat object. Fit the new battery between the contacts with the + sign facing downwards. Reassemble the transmitter unit in reverse order.

E68727

•

Open the transmitter unit by seperating the retaining clips on the sides with the flat object.

E68729

•

Carefully prise out the battery with the flat object. Fit the new battery between the contacts with the + sign facing downwards. Reassemble the transmitter unit in reverse order.

Keys and remote controls

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING

Central locking

Note:

You can unlock the doors and luggage compartment lid with the key. This needs to be used if the remote control system is not functioning.

Note:

Unlocking the luggage compartment lid with a key will only unlock that door.

Note:

You can only centrally lock the

doors if they are all closed.

Note:

You can deactivate the central locking system from the driver's or front passenger's door.

Double locking

WARNING

Do not activate double locking

when persons or animals are inside the vehicle. You will not be able to unlock the doors from the inside if you have double locked them.

Double locking is a theft protection feature that prevents someone from opening the doors from the inside. You can only double lock the doors if they are all closed.

E74799

Locking and unlocking confirmation

When you unlock the doors, the direction indicators will flash once.

On vehicles with double locking, the direction indicators will flash twice when you lock the doors.

Locks

Locking and unlocking the doors with the key

E74800

UnlockA

LockB

Tourneo Connect (with remote control) and Transit Connect

Turn the key to position A to unlock the front doors.

Turn the key to position A twice to unlock all doors.

Tourneo Connect without remote control

Turn the key to position A to unlock all doors.

Double locking the doors with the key

Turn the key to the unlock position and then the lock position within three seconds to double lock the doors.

Locking and unlocking the doors with the remote control

E87379

A B C

UnlockA

LockB

Luggage compartment lid and sliding doors unlock

Press button A once to unlock the front doors only.

Press button A twice to unlock all doors and the luggage compartment lid.

Press button C once to unlock the luggage compartment lid and the sliding door.

Press button B once to lock all doors and the luggage compartment lid.

Press button B twice within three seconds to activate double locking.

Locks

Note:

The anti-theft alarm system can also be armed independently from the double locking system by turning the door key to the lock position.

Locking and unlocking the doors from inside

Front doors

E74704

Lock all doorsA

UnlockB

Note:

B will unlock all doors on

Tourneo Connect without remote control, or the front doors on Tourneo Connect (with remote control) and Transit Connect

Sliding door

E74706

A B

LockA

UnlockB

Opening the doors

Sliding door

Note:

On Tourneo Connect, the right-hand sliding door is inhibited from opening fully when the fuel filler flap is unlocked and open.

Locks

E74705

OutsideA

InsideB

Double rear doors

WARNING

Close the rear doors properly to

prevent them from opening while you are driving. Driving with the rear doors open is extremely dangerous as exhaust fumes can be drawn into the vehicle’s interior.

Right-hand rear door

E74707

A B

OutsideA

InsideB

Left-hand rear door

E74708

Locks

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