Ford 2012 Explorer v.1 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning lights and chimes 12Gauges 19Message center 22Entertainment Systems 48MyFord™ system 48Auxiliary input jack

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Airbag - FrontAirbag

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) (IF EQUIPPED)Adaptive cruise control (ACC) is much like speed control, only thissystem is designed to automatically adju

Using adaptive cruise controlNote: It is the drivers responsibility to stay alert, drive safely and be incontrol of the vehicle at all times.The contr

Following a vehicleWARNING: When following a vehicle in front of you, the vehiclewill not decelerate automatically to a stop, nor will the vehiclealwa

Setting the gap distanceThe distance between your vehicleand the vehicle in front of you canbe decreased or increased bypressing the GAP control up or

Changing the set speedThere are three ways to change the set speed:• Accelerate or brake to the desired speed and press SET upward andrelease.• Increa

Detection issuesThe radar sensor has a limited field of vision. In some situations it maynot detect vehicles at all or detect a vehicle later than exp

• There may be issues with the detection of vehicles in front whendriving into and coming out of a bend or curve in the road.In these cases ACC may br

Blocked sensorIf a message regarding a blockedsensor is displayed, the radar signalsfrom the sensor have beenobstructed. The sensor is locatedbehind a

WARNING: Do not use ACC when towing a trailer with brakecontrols. Aftermarket trailer brakes will not function properlywhen ACC is activated because t

Navigation/SYNC威 system hands-free control features (ifequipped)Pressto active the voicerecognition feature. Refer to Voicerecognition feature in the

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi

DUAL PANEL MOON ROOF AND POWER SUNSCREEN(IF EQUIPPED)The dual panel moon roof and power sunscreen controls are located onthe overhead console.WARNING:

To close the dual panel moon roof: Pull down the SLIDE control andrelease. The moon roof will automatically close.Bounce-back: When an obstacle has be

Do not use the Car2U威 system with any garage door opener that lackssafety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. Federal SafetyStandards (this

Note: Accidentally entering the program mode may override previouslyprogrammed buttons. This can happen by pressing and releasing theouter two buttons

3. Return to your vehicle. Press andhold the Car2U威 system button youwould like to use to control thegarage door. You may need to holdthe button from

1. To program units with fixed code DIP switches, you will need thegarage door hand-held transmitter, paper and a pen or pencil.2. Open the battery co

5. Press and hold the Car2U威system button you would like to useto control the garage door.Immediately (within 1 second)release the button once the gar

FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada ComplianceThe Car2U威 system complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and withRSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is su

WARNING (Continued)• Check attachment of floor mats on a regular basis. Always properlyreinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for clea

UTILITY HOOKThe utility hook can be used tohang small items such as grocerybags, etc. Do not hang more than10 lb (4.5 kg) on the hook.MANUAL LIFTGATE

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESBase instrument cluster with standard measure shown; metricsimilarOptional instrument cluster with standard measure shown; me

WARNING: Make sure that the liftgate is closed to preventexhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will alsoprevent passengers and cargo f

If the liftgate reverses and starts to close after an open request, a fastcontinuous chime indicates excessive load on the gate or a possible strutfai

To power open the liftgate withoutside liftgate control button:1. Unlock the liftgate with thetransmitter or power door unlockcontrol. If the intellig

The new open liftgate height will now be recalled when the powerliftgate is opened. To change the programmed height, repeat the aboveprocedure. Once t

Note: If the power liftgate system is turned off in the message center,the system cannot be activated with the outside release handle orcontrol button

2. Slide the crossbar to the desired position. This may require someoneon each side of the crossbar.3. Tighten the tie-down hooks at both sides of the

KEYSIntegrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) (if equipped)Your vehicle may be equipped withtwo integrated keyhead transmitters(IKTs). The key blade is u

The IA key also contains aremovable mechanical key bladethat can be used to unlock thedriver door. To release themechanical key blade, slide thereleas

• If equipped, any of the following: parking aid, blind spot informationsystem (BLIS威) with cross traffic alert and forward collision warningsystems c

Programming MyKey威 optional settingsTurn the ignition on using an admin key. To program the optionalsettings, use the message center buttons to do the

Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure theindicators work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer tot

The following information MAY help customers who choose to use a nonFord-approved remote start system. The actions provided below do NOTmake MyKey威 co

Note: For all vehicles with a non Ford-approved remote start installed, itis possible to program all ’real’ keys as MyKeys威, in which case, you willne

Condition Potential CausesCannot clear MyKey威 • Key in the ignition is a MyKey威 .• No MyKeys威 are programmed to thevehicle. Refer to Create a MyKey威se

Condition Potential CausesMyKey威 programmed totalincludes one additional key• Unknown key has been programmedto the vehicle as a MyKey威.• Vehicle is e

When you open one of the front doors and you lock the vehicle with thepower door lock control (on the driver or passenger door trim panel), allthe doo

The autolock feature repeats when:• any door is opened then closed while the ignition is on and the vehiclespeed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower, and• the

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS• When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside.• The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the

The transmitter allows you to:• remotely unlock the vehicle doors.• remotely lock all the vehicle doors.• remotely open the power liftgate (if equippe

To lock the doors, press and hold for half a second the lock area (blackbutton) on either front door handle.Activating intelligent access at the liftg

2. Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that allthe doors are closed. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirpand the t

Brake system warning light: Toconfirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the on

Press or activate intelligent access (if equipped) to automaticallymove the seat, power mirrors and adjustable foot pedals (if equipped) tothe desired

To replace the battery:Integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT)1. Twist a thin coin in the slot nearthe key ring to remove the batterycover (1).Note: Do n

2. Remove the old battery.Note: Please refer to localregulations when disposing oftransmitter batteries.3. Insert the new battery. Refer tothe instruc

The lights will not turn off if:• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or• any door is open.Illuminated exitWhen all vehicle doors are cl

Vehicles with automatic climate control can be configured to operatewhen the vehicle is started. Refer to Remote start climate options inthe Climate C

1. Press to lock all the doors.2. Presstwo times. The exteriorlamps will flash twice.If for some reason, the system fails to start, the horn will chir

SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)You can use the keyless entrykeypad to:• lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key.• recall memory sea

Tips:• Do not set a code that uses five of the same number.• Do not use five numbers in sequential order.• The factory set code will work even if you

SECURILOCK姞 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSecuriLock威 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilizationsystem. This system is designed to help prevent

The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) functions as both aprogrammed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts thevehicle, as well as a re

Charging system (RTT):Illuminates when the battery is notcharging properly. If it stays onwhile the engine is running, theremay be a malfunction with

1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition.2. Turn the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least threeseco

Note: A maximum of four intelligent access keys can be programmed toyour vehicle. If you would like to replace a previously programmedaccess key with

If the intelligent access key has been successfully programmed, it can beused to activate the intelligent access with push button start feature andcan

Disarming the systemTo disarm the system, do any of the following:• Pressing the power door unlock control within the 20-second,pre-armed mode will di

FRONT SEATSWARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant toslide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personalinjuries in the eve

The adjustable head restraintsconsist of:• a trimmed energy absorbing foamand structure (1),• two steel stems (2),• a guide sleeve adjust/releasebutto

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of acrash, head restraints must be installed properly.Tilting head restraints (if equipped)T

Pull lever up to adjust seatback.WARNING: Beforereturning the seatback to itsoriginal position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are nottrapped behi

WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant toslide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personalinjuries in the event of a col

• Move the control in the directionsshown to move the seat forwardor backward.• Press the control to recline theseatback forward or rearward.Using the

Engine coolant temperature(RTT): Illuminates when the enginecoolant temperature is high. Stopthe vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine an

WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cordinjury, medication, alcohol use

Note: Do not do the following:• Place heavy objects on the seat• Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on theseat. Allow the

• There is a filter located undereach front seat.• The filter can be accessed from the 2nd row foot-well area. Move thefront seats all the way to the

To install a filter:1. First, position the filter in itshousing making sure that the farforward end is all the way up in thehousing.2. Push in on the

Easy entry/exit feature (if equipped)This feature automatically moves the driver’s seat rearward 2 in. (5 cm)when:• the transmission is in N (Neutral)

To remove the outboard head restraint, start with it folded and thenpress and hold both unlock/remove buttons and pull it upwards.To reinstall the hea

Adjusting second row bucket and bench seat backLift the handle to adjust seatback.Using same control will fold theseatback flat.Note: For the bench se

2. Fold the head outboard headrestraint by pulling the headrestraint release strap.Note: Outboard head restraints donot adjust vertically.3. Lift the

5. To return the seatback to thefloor from tumbled position, rotatethe seat down until you hear itlatching to the floor.6. To return the seatback to t

Press and hold the control locatedat the back of the rear door openingone time to fold the seat back downand tumble the seat forward foraccess to the

Liftgate ajar (RTT): Displayswhen the ignition is in the onposition and the trunk is open.Low washer fluid (RTT):Illuminates when the windshieldwasher

4. To return the seatback to theupright position• Lift the seatback toward the rearof the vehicle, and• Rotate the seatback until youhear a click, loc

WARNING: Do not adjust or release the seat floor latch whilevehicle is in motion. Do not operate the vehicle with seats intumbled position. Always lat

4. Release the cushion latches bypulling the number 2 strap whilepulling on the strap located at thetop of the seatback to tumble theseat all the way

1. Unlatch and lift the seat out of the tub in the floor by squeezing andpulling up on the handle. Once the seat is at a vertical position, push these

WARNING: Do not drivethe vehicle when the thirdrow seat is rotated backwards.During a sudden stop, the safetybelts are not functional in thisposition

Press the seat selection button (4) to select either right-hand seat, theleft-hand seat or both. First select the seat you would like to adjust, thens

• Fold: Pull the head restraintrelease strap to fold the headrestraints forward.• Unfold: Pull the head restraintsback to the upright position.WARNING

How does the Personal Safety System™ work?The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of yourvehicle’s safety devices according to cr

to the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, this occursbecause they are initially sitting very close to the airbag. For otheroccupant

Front safety belt energy management retractorsThe front outboard safety belt energy management retractors allowwebbing to be pulled out of the retract

Hill descent (RTT) (ifequipped): Illuminates when hilldescent is turned on.Heads up display (if equipped):A red beam of lights will illuminateon the w

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lapwhile the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect thechild from injury in a colli

Combination lap and shoulder belts (standard belts shown, 2ndrow inflatable belts similar-if equipped)1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle

Pregnant women should alwayswear their safety belt. The lap beltportion of a combination lap andshoulder belt should be positionedlow across the hips

How to use the automatic locking modeNon-inflatable safety belts• Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt.• Grasp the shoulder portion of thebelt

Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retractcompletely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate thevehicle sensiti

How does the rear inflatable safety belt system work?• The rear inflatable safety beltswill function like standardrestraints in everyday usage.• Durin

WARNING: If the rear inflatable safety belt has deployed, itwill not function again. The rear inflatable safety beltsystem must be replaced by an auth

WARNING: Do not use extensions with an inflatable safety belt.WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of theshoulder belt across the torso.Sa

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition...The safety belt war

If... Then...The driver’s and frontpassenger’s safety belts arebuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition or less than1-2 minutes h

GAUGESBase cluster shown in standard measure – metric similar1. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.Driving with your tac

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data):Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are ra

Reasons given... Consider...“I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate

WARNING: While the design allows you to deactivate yourBelt-Minder威, this system is designed to improve your chances ofbeing safely belted and survivi

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)The airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is designed to work inconjunction with the safety belts to he

WARNING: Do not place any object between an occupant andan airbag or near any other airbag covering. The airbag may notinflate properly and might forc

WARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to the front end ofthe vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structureand tow hooks) may affect the

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt

• a readiness light and tone.• diagnostic module.• the electrical wiring which connects the components.• Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Fron

Passenger airbag status indicatorThe front passenger sensing systemuses a passenger airbag statusindicator which will illuminateindicating that the fr

• If the passenger airbag status indicator OFF lamp remains lit evenafter this, the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat.OccupantPassenge

Seating and Safety Restraints 154Seating 154Personal Safety System™ 176Safety belt system 179Front safety belt height adjustment 187Airbags 193Child r

• Engine coolant temperaturegauge (if enabled): Indicatesengine coolant temperature. Atnormal operating temperature,the level indicator will be in the

• Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket (if equipped)• Objects placed on the occupant’s lap• Cargo interference with the seat• Other passengers pu

• If the airbag readiness light in the instrument cluster remainsilluminated, this may or may/not be a problem due to the frontpassenger sensing syste

WARNING: Do not use accessory seat covers. The use ofaccessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the sideairbags and increase the risk of inju

The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of thefront seats. In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected by

Safety Canopy姞 SystemWARNING: Do not placeobjects or mount equipmenton or near the headliner at thesiderail that may come intocontact with a deploying

How does the Safety Canopy姞 System work?The design and development of theSafety Canopy system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were develope

The Safety Canopy is mounted to roof side-rail sheet metal, behind theheadliner, above each row of seats. In certain lateral collisions or rollovereve

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and light are repaired.If any of these things happe

Important child restraint precautionsWARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly ina device that is appropriate for their height, age and

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for ChildrenChild size, height, weight, orageRecommendedrestraint typeInfants ortoddlersChildren weighing 40 lb

Optional clusterShown in standard measure. Metric similar.1. Multifunction display: This displays the fuel gauge, tachometer,engine coolant temperatur

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for childrenRestraintTypeChildWeightUse any attachment method as indicatedbelow by “X”LATCH(lowe

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lapwhile the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect thechild from injury in a colli

Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adultpassengers in your vehicle.If the child is the proper height, age, and weigh

position whenever possible. If all children cannot be seated andrestrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain thelargest child in

1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt.2. After positioning the child safety seat in the proper seating po

3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, route thetongue through the child seataccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructi

5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, do the following:• Standard safety belt: grasp theshoulder portion of the belt andpull downward

• Standard safety belt• Inflatable safety belt9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer toAttaching child safety seats with te

Attaching child safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors andTethers for CHildren) attachmentsThe LATCH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points

The LATCH anchors for child seatinstallation are located at the rearsection of the rear seat between thecushion and seat back, below thelocator symbol

BASE MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends

WARNING: The standardized spacing for LATCH lower anchorsis 280 mm (11 inches) center to center. Do not use LATCHlower anchors for the center seating

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view):• Second row bucket seats andrear seat• Second row bench

Perform the following steps to attach a child safety seat to the tetheranchor:1. Route the tether strap:• Second row outboard seat positions: route th

• 2nd row bench (60/40)• Third row seatNote: The cargo tie-downs at therear edge of the floor are nottether anchors.3. Clip the tether hook to theanch

Child booster seatsThe belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit ofthe vehicle safety belt. Children outgrow a typical child

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions when seated without a booster seat:• Can the child sit all the way back

• High back booster seatsIf, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boo

If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized meshsold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve thisconditio

belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected andreplaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.For proper care of

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERSUtility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare e

Main menuScroll up/down to highlight one of the options, then press the right arrowkey or OK to enter into that menu option. Press the left arrow key

Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes asnecessary

• Narrower – to provide greatermaneuverability in tight spaces,particularly in off-road use.As a result of the above dimensionaldifferences, SUVs and

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernmen

TIRESTires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service, but theymust be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them.Glossary

INFLATING YOUR TIRESSafe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properlyinflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air

The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than therecommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Label orTire Label.When weat

TIRE CAREInspecting your tires and wheel valve stemsPeriodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear andremove objects such as stones

DamagePeriodically inspect the tire treads and sidewalls for damage (such asbulges in the tread or sidewalls, cracks in the tread groove andseparation

WARNING: Only use replacement tires and wheels that are thesame size, load index, speed rating and type (such as P-metricversus LT-metric or all-seaso

It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally bereplaced as a pair.The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originall

*SettingsDriver Assist Traction CtrlBlind SpotCollision Warning Sensitivity (ifMyKey isprogrammed)High, Normal orLowChimes (not selectable if using aM

Tire and wheel alignmentA bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of yourvehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your

INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALLBoth U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the

7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes thespeed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under

9. M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow, orAT: All Terrain, orAS: All Season.10. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used: Indicates the number ofplies or the numbe

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pre

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including inter

To restore the full functionality of the tire pressure monitoring system,have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on yourvehicle. For a

Low tirepressurewarning lightPossible cause Customer action requiredFlashingwarning lightSpare tire in use Repair the damaged road wheel/tireand reins

*Settings (cont’d)Convenience(cont’d)Easy Entry/ExitLocks AutolockAutounlockRemote Unlock All Doors or DriverFirstOil life Reset Set 10-100%Power Lift

SNOW TIRES AND CABLESWARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speedrating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire orwheel

VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILERThis section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/ortrailer, to keep your loaded vehic

WARNING: The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle canbe limited either by volume capacity (how much space isavailable) or by payload capacity

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin w

• Example only:WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Labelvehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehiclehandling or

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle(GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)

WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower loadcarrying capacities than the original tires because they maylower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR lim

• A final example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo andluggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick upcement from the

TRAILER TOWINGTrailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer towoption package. An optional Class III towing hitch is available and

Engine/Passengers/Trailer Class MaximumGCWR - lb(kg)MaximumTrailer Weight- lb (kg)FWD vehicles2.0L/6–passenger/Class I 6810 (3089) 2000 (907)2.0L/7–pa

*System CheckOil LifeWasher FluidDoorsLiftgateBlind spotCross TrafficBrakesFuelThe number of warnings will be listed first. All active warnings willdi

2. To reinstall the cover, insert thefour plastic tabs on top of the coverinto the corresponding slots (B),and push the cover into the bumpertrim.3. H

WARNING: Do not adjust a weight-distributing hitch to anyposition where the rear bumper of the vehicle is higher than itwas before attaching the trail

Driving while you towWhen towing a trailer:• Do not drive faster than 70 mph (113 km/h) during the first 500 miles(800 km) of trailer towing and don’t

Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles can be towed with all four wheelson the ground or with the front wheels off the ground by using a towdolly. If you ar

STARTINGPositions of the ignition (if equipped)If your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, refer toPush button start system in this s

WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grassor other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up theengine compartment and exhaus

• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).3. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start).If your vehi

Starting the engineNote: If your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, referto Push button start system in this section for starting.1.

Ignition modes1. Off — press and release the START/STOP button without applying thebrake pedal when your vehicle is in on mode or when the engine isru

If excessive radio frequencyinterference is present in the area,or if the battery in your IA key islow, it may be necessary to startyour car by insert

• Press the up/down arrow buttonsto move up/down through themessage center choices.• Press the left/right arrow buttonsto move left/right through them

the system will search for an IA key inside the vehicle and the messagecenter will display NO KEY DETECTED if the IA key is no longerpresent. This mes

Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations forproper and safe operation:• For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord tha

How to use the engine block heaterEnsure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. To cleanthem, use a dry cloth.Depending on the type

Brake assistThe brake assist system provides full braking force during panic brakingsituations. It detects a rapid application of the brake pedal and

Parking brakeApply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake pedal down until the pedalstops.Th

ADVANCETRAC姞 WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL™ (RSC姞)STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEMThe AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system provides the following stabilityenhancem

WARNING: If a failure has been detected within theAdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system, the stability control light andstability control off light will illum

Traction control system (TCS)The traction control system is a driver aid feature that helps your vehiclemaintain traction of the wheels, typically whe

• Entering a paved road from a gravel road, or vice versa• Cornering while towing a heavily loaded trailer (refer to Trailertowing in the Tires, Wheel

To turn off traction control in the AdvanceTrac威 system, select tractioncontrol off in the message center. Full features of the AdvanceTrac威system can

To change the Menu Control between Standard or Memory On, refer toVehicle and Menu Control found in the table under the Settings sectionlater in this

WARNING: Trailer sway control does not prevent a trailer fromswaying, it mitigates the sway from increasing once it hasoccurred. If you are experienci

Hill descent control can maintain vehicle speeds on downhill gradesbetween 3 mph (5 km/h) and 20 mph (32 km/h). Above 20 mph(32 km/h), the system rema

• At speeds above 20 mph (32 km/h): When the HDC button is pressed,the HDC system will be enabled, the light on the button will beilluminated, and FOR

WARNING: If the message SERVICE POWER STEERING isdisplayed in the message center, the EPS system has detected aproblem with the system function. On th

WARNING: Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity,may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Do not overloadyour vehicle and use extra pre

4. Locate the brake shift interlocklever in front of the shifterassembly.5. Apply the brake pedal. Gentlypull and hold the brake shiftinterlock lever

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatictransmissionYour vehicle has been designed to improve fuel economy by reducingfuel usage

D (Drive) with OverdriveThe normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through six.The automatic transmissio

D (Drive) with Grade AssistPressing the transmission control switch on the side of the gearshiftlever activates grade assist and cancels overdrive.Gra

M (Manual)This vehicle may be equipped with a SelectShift Automatic™transmission (SST) gearshift lever. SST is an automatic transmission withthe abili

Note: You can also choose to have only the fuel gauge show in thismode. Refer to Display > Gauge Display found in the table under theSettings secti

Hill start assist (HSA)The hill start assist feature makes it easier to pull away when the vehicleis on a slope without the need to use the parking br

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snowNote: Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operatingtemperature or damage to the transmissi

The RSS detects obstacles up to sixfeet (two meters) from the rearbumper with a decreased coveragearea at the outer corners of thebumper, (refer to th

REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The rear video camera system,located on the liftgate above thelicense plate, provides a video imageof the area beh

To use active guidelines, turn the steering wheel and point the activeguidelines towards an intended path. If the steering wheel position ischanged wh

Press (+) or (-) to manually adjust the zoom levels. You canchoose from OFF, Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3. The selected level willappear between the b

If the vehicle is in R (Reverse) and the liftgate is ajar, no rear videocamera features will be displayed. A message will be displayed on thetouchscre

Night time and dark area useAt night time or in dark areas, the camera system relies on the reverselamp lighting to produce an image. Therefore, it is

OperationThe radar sensor detects vehiclesahead that are moving in the samedirection as your vehicle.If the radar detects that yourvehicle is rapidly

If the front end of the vehicle is hit or damaged, the radar sensing zonemay be altered causing missed or false collision warnings. Check withyour aut

Customer Assistance 348Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 355Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 355Cleaning 356Maintenance and Specifications 36

SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST)This feature allows you to manually shift gears. If your vehicle isequipped with this feature it will be deno

Activating/deactivating collision warning systemTo turn the warning system and/or chime on or off and set the warningsensitivity <– –>, refer to

Automatic search for parking spaceTo start, press the APA controlswitch(ontheleftsideoftheinstrument panel below theheadlamp switch). The touch screen

Automatic steering into parking spaceAutomatic steering is activated when you stop the vehicle, remove yourhands from the steering wheel and select th

The system may offer subsequent backward and forward maneuversbefore proceeding to the finish phase.APA finishedWhen active park assist has completed

The system should not be used if:• a foreign object (i.e. bike rack, trailer, etc.) is attached to the front orrear of the vehicle or at another locat

• The vehicles or objects bordering the space may not be positionedappropriately.• The vehicle was pulled further up from the parking space than usual

Driving with blind spot mirrorsBefore a lane change, check themain mirror first, then check theblind spot mirror. If no vehicles arepresent in the bli

BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLIS姞) WITH CROSSTRAFFIC ALERT (CTA) (IF EQUIPPED)The BLIS威 is a convenience featurethat aids the driver in assessingwh

The BLIS威 will trigger the alert for vehicles that enter your blind zonefrom the rear or merge into the blind zone from the side. Vehicles thatyou pas

Cross traffic alert (CTA) system operationThe CTA system warns the driver of approaching vehicles when R(Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is backi

Standard trip display• Trip distance — shows theaccumulated trip distance• Elapsed trip time — timer stopswhen the vehicle is turned offand restarts w

CTA coverage also decreases when parking at shallow angles (refer tofigure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed forvehicle on left])

CTA and reverse sensing system (RSS) interactionCTA works along with the reverse sensing system (RSS) (if equipped).Become familiar with the warning t

WARNING: Just prior to the system recognizing a blockedcondition and alerting the driver, the number of missed objectswill increase. To help avoid inj

Trailer tow false alertsWhen towing a trailer, the sensors may detect the trailer thus causing afalse alert. It may be desirable to turn the BLIS威 off

Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such asrocks and stumps.You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operatingtemperature or damage to the transmission may occur.Do not rock the vehicle for more t

• If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., fromconcrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicleresponds to a ma

After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshaftsand tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes animbal

Descend a hill in the same gear youwould use to climb up the hill toavoid excessive brake applicationand brake overheating. Do notdescend in neutral;

Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehiclesfor stopping. Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lowergears.

Inst. Fuel EconomyShown with vertical bar tachometerenabled• This display shows a visual graphof your instantaneous fueleconomy. Press the right arrow

Turn the control located on the center console to choose between thefollowing modes:1. Grass/Gravel/Snow2. Sand3. Mud/Ruts4. Normal• Normal - This mod

TERRAIN MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FAULT: If this message isdisplayed, cycling the key may clear the fault. If the fault is not clearedafter a key cycle, have

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEVehicles sold in the U.S. : Getting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany off

U.S. Ford vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance, call1-800-241-3673.If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCom

MyFord Touch™ (if equipped)• Press and hold the flasher control and all front and rear directionsignals will flash.• Press and hold the flasher contro

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMini fusesStandardfusesMaxi fusesCartridgemaxi fuses2A Grey Grey — —3A Violet Violet — —4A Pink

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 30A One touch up/down driver sidefront window2 15A Not used (spare)

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits9 10A 4” Radio display, Power liftgatelogic, Electronic finish panel,SYNC威 Base Module10 10A Run/acc

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits25 15A Liftgate release26 5A Radio frequency module27 20A IA module28 15A Ignition switch, Push butt

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits45 5A Not used (spare)46 10A Climate control module47 15A Fog lamps, left and right turnsignal mirro

It is important to reset fuel economy after setting the speed control toget accurate highway fuel economy readings.For more information refer to Essen

The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 — Not used2 — Not used3 30A** Trailer b

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription18 40A** Front blower motor19 30A** Starter motor20 20A** Power point #1/cigar lighte

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription48 — Not used49 — Not used50 15A* Heated mirrors51 — Not used52 — Not used53 — TT lef

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription76 — Not used77 — TT park lamps relay78 20A* Right HID headlamps79 5A* Adaptive cruis

CHANGING THE TIRESIf you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel

A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel thatis different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheelsand

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead toimpairment of the following:• Handling, stability and braking performance• Comfort and

Removing the spare tire and jackIf the 3rd row seat is stowed in the floor, you will need to unstow it(raised position) to access the spare tire and j

4. Remove the wing bolt thatsecures the jack kit by turning itcounterclockwise.5. Remove the jack kit whichincludes jack (4), wheel wrench (lugwrench)

WARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving when youchange a tire, be sure to place the transmission in P (Park), setthe parking brake and block

VehicleRemote StartClimate Control(using thisfeature allowsyou to selectdifferent climatecontrol modeswhen the vehicleis started usingthe remote start

3. Put the jack in the jack notchnext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack handle clockwise untilthe wheel is completely off theground.4. Remove

Push the button (1) to retract thewrench handle and place thewrench over the raised tab on thelower link and drop the tang (2)through the hole in the

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSRetighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 km)after any wheel disturbance (rotation, flat

WARNING: Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containersor aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel威 system. This coulddamage the fuel system and i

Connecting the jumper cablesNote: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designatethe assisting (boosting) battery.1. Connect the p

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom i

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur.Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDWarranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizeddealer. While any authorized dealer handling your vehi

In Canada:Mailing addressCustomer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4Telephone1-800-565-367

UnitsDistance Miles & Gal / Km & LitersTemperature Fahrenheit (°F) / Celsius (°C)Restore defaultsHold OK to Restore Settings to Factory Defaul

IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufactureror its representative is unable to repair a motor veh

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY)Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.If a warranty con

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to fee

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inAsia-Pacific Region, Sub-Saharan Africa, U.S. Virgin Islands, CentralAmerica, the

If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate to any of theabove locations, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) andnew addr

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect which could cause a crashor could cause injury or death, youshould im

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which i

WAXING• Wash the vehicle first.• Use a quality wax that does not contain abrasives.• Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body(l

ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Take care when

2.0L EcoBoost™ enginePLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your auth

System warnings and status messagesSee System warning and status messages later in this chapter for moreinformation.SYSTEM WARNINGS AND STATUS MESSAGE

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orMotorcraft威 Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A) inthe U.S., or Premiu

WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergentswhen cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoidcontamination of the airbag sys

WARNING: On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, donot use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such productscould contaminate the side-air

FORD AND LINCOLN CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has many quality productsavailable to clean your vehicle and protect its fini

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS• Use the scheduled maintenance information to track routineservice.• Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and servic

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel.2. Go to the front of th

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT3.5L V6 engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Brake fluid reservoir3. Battery4. Power distribution box5.

2.0L EcoBoost™ engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Brake fluid reservoir3. Battery4. Power distribution box5. Air filter assembly6. Engine oil filler

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES1. Pull the wiper blade and armaway from the glass.2. Squeeze the locking tabs torelease the blade from the arm andpull the b

Adaptive CruiseControl MessagesAction / DescriptionCRUISE CONTROLAUTOMATICBRAKING TURNEDOFFDisplayed when adaptive cruise controlautomatic braking is

3. To attach the new wiper to thewiper arm, align the slot (1) andcross pin (2) and firmly press thewiper arm into the wiper blade untila click is hea

Adding engine oil1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engineoil in this chapter.2. If the engine oil level is not within t

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other enginetreatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage thatis not cove

Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed inthe scheduled maintenance information.Ford production and Motorcraft威 replacemen

WARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessivepressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through thevent caps, resulting in personal

When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, thetransmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, thetransmission

Note: Electrical or electronic accessories added to the vehicle by thedealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance anddurability and m

The engine coolant should be withinthe COLD FILL RANGE as listed onthe engine coolant reservoir.Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service

may harm engine and cooling system components and may void thewarranty. Refer to Maintenance product specifications andcapacities in this chapter.Note

4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use thecloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.5. Fill the coolant reservoi

4WD Messages Action / Description4WD OFFDisplayed when the AWD system has beenautomatically disabled to protect itself. This iscaused by operating the

• NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%.• A coolant concentration of 60% will provide improved freezepoint protection. Increased engine c

WARNING: To reduce the risk of collision and injury, beprepared that the vehicle speed may reduce and the vehicle maynot be able to accelerate with fu

How fail-safe cooling worksIf the engine begins to overheat:• The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot)area.• The coolant temper

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while theengine is running or hot.5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer

• Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such asgasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanentinjury. If

RefuelingWARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can causesevere injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:• Read and follow all

4. After you are done pumping fuel, slowly remove the fuel fillernozzle—allow about five seconds after pumping fuel before removing thefuel filler noz

Octane recommendations3.5L V6 engine“Regular” unleaded gasoline with a pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 isrecommended. Some stations offer fuels poste

Cleaner airFord endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the rightf

1. Locate the white plastic funnel. Itis attached to the underside of thespare tire cover or is included withthe tire changing tools.2. Slowly insert

Battery andCharging SystemMessagesAction / DescriptionTRANSPORT MODECONTACT DEALERContact your authorized dealer as soon aspossible.FACTORY MODECONTAC

The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and shouldnot be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling yourvehicle after the fue

Habits• Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.• Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fueleconomy.• Idlin

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example; bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel econo

If other than Ford, Motorcraft威 or Ford-authorized parts are used formaintenance replacements or for service of components affectingemission control,

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tankwith good quality fuel, properly closing the fuel fill inlet or letting theelect

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting theengine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. Theengine m

1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operatingtemperature.2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking br

High fluid levelIf the fluid level is above the MAXrange of the dipstick, remove fluidto reach the hashmark level. Note:Fluid level above the MAX leve

Note: Transmission fluid should be checked by an authorized dealer. Ifrequired, fluid should be added by an authorized dealer.Do not use supplemental

6. Replace the air filter housingcover and secure the clamps. Besure that the air cleaner cover tabsare engaged into the slots of the aircleaner housi

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to getwell acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The

BLIS威 Messages Action / DescriptionVEHICLE COMINGFROM LEFTDisplayed when the blind spot informationsystem with cross traffic alert (CTA) system isoper

• Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges, and latches with a lightgrade oil. See the Cleaning chapter for more information.• Cover interior tri

Brakes• Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.Tires• Maintain recommended air pressure.Miscellaneous• Make sure all linkages, cables,

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItem CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number / FordSpecificationBrake fluidBetween MINand

Item CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number / FordSpecificationEngine oil3.5L V6 engine6.0 quarts(5.7L)•Motorcraft威 SAE 5W-20Premium Synt

Item CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number / FordSpecificationWindshield washerfluidFill as requiredMotorcraft威 PremiumWindshield Washer

ENGINE DATAEngine 3.5L V6 engine 2.0LEcoBoost™engineCubic inches 213 122Required fuel Minimum87 octaneMinimum87 octaneFiring order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-4-2

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation:1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating

FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Ford Custom Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of C

Peace of mind•Keyless entry keypad •Wheel locks•Cargo shade •Remote start•Vehicle security systems •Parking sensors*•Locking gas plug for capless fuel

Collision WarningSystem MessagesAction / DescriptionCOLLISIONWARNINGMALFUNCTIONDisplayed when there is a system malfunctionwith the collision warning

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY)More than 32 million Ford and Lincoln owners have discovered thepowerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the

Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for ItselfOne service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed theprice of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With

Ford Extended Service Plan4122012 Explorer (exp)Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a FordExtended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONWhy maintain your vehicle?This section describes the scheduled maintenance required for yourvehicle. Carefully followin

Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple complexperformance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems usingdifferent specif

ConvenienceMany dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to makeyour service visit more convenient. How’s that for quality service?Factory

Engine oil/coolant change intervalsEngine oil As indicated by the message center: do notexceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km)Engine coolant,init

Multi-point inspectionIn order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have thesystems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help

Scheduled Maintenance4192012 Explorer (exp)Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)

Keys and IntelligentAccess MessagesAction / DescriptionNO KEY DETECTEDDisplayed if the intelligent access key is notdetected by the system in the foll

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOGIntelligent Oil Life Monitor™Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ thatdetermines when th

Normal Scheduled MaintenanceAt every oil changeinterval as indicatedby the messagecenterChange engine oil and filterRotate tires, inspect tire wear an

Additional maintenance items1Miles (x 1,000) 20 30 40 60 80 90 100 120 140 150Kilometers (x 1,000) 32 48 64 96 128 144 160 192 225 240Replace cabin ai

Maintenance schedule logDEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HOURS:DAT E:MILEAGE:DEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HOURS:DAT E:MILEAGE:DEALER VALIDAT

DEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HOURS:DAT E:MILEAGE:DEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HOURS:DAT E:MILEAGE:DEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HO

DEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HOURS:DAT E:MILEAGE:DEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HOURS:DAT E:MILEAGE:DEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HO

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONSIf you operate your vehicle primarily in any of the following conditions,you need to perform additional maintenance as ind

Perform the services in the preceding table when specified or within3,000 miles (4,800 km) of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED messageappearing in the message

Special operating condition logDEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HOURS:DAT E:MILEAGE:DEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HOURS:DAT E:MILEAGE:DEALER

DEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HOURS:DAT E:MILEAGE:DEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HOURS:DAT E:MILEAGE:DEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HO

MaintenanceMessagesAction / DescriptionLOW ENGINE OILPRESSUREStop the vehicle as soon as safely possible,turn off the engine. Check the oil level. See

EXCEPTIONSThere are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listedbelow:Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off(PTO

Hot climate oil change intervals: If operating conditions are normaland you drive your vehicle under typical, everyday conditions and youare using an

Engine coolant change logDEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HOURS:DAT E:MILEAGE:DEALER VALIDATION:P&A CODE:RO#: HOURS:DAT E:MILEAGE:DEALER VALIDA

AAccessory delay ...94Active Park Assist ...300Adaptive Cruise Control ...100AdvanceTrac ...

Changing a tire ...334Child safety seats ...212in front seat ...212in rear seat ...

idle speed control ...373lubrication specifications ...402refill capacities ...402service points ...

Inspection/maintenance (I/M)testing ...394Instrument panelcleaning ...360cluster

PParental MyKeyprogramming ...127Park Assist ...300Parking brake ...27

Scheduled Maintenance GuideNormal ScheduledMaintenance and Log ...420Seats ...154child safety seats .

UUniversal garage door opener ..111USB port ...58VVehicle Identification Number(VIN) ...

MyKey威 Messages Action / DescriptionMYKEY ACTIVEDRIVE SAFELYDisplayed when MyKey威 is active.MYKEY NOTCREATEDDisplayed during key programming whenMyKey

Park Aid / ActivePark MessagesAction / DescriptionCHECK PARK AIDDisplayed when the transmission is in R(Reverse) and the park aid is disabled.CHECK RE

Terrain Management/OffRoad/HillDescentAction / DescriptionHILL DESCENTCONTROL FAULTDisplayed when a hill descent system fault ispresent.HILL DESCENTCO

Terrain Management/OffRoad/HillDescentAction / DescriptionMODE CHANGENOT ACCEPTED,RETRYDisplayed when terrain management modecannot be changed at time

MYFORD™ SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that

2. You can press some of the hard buttons to access their respectivemenus.3. Use the center control in thesame manner you would a joystick— press/ to

Warning symbols on your vehicleWhen you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempti

• Select the Tune soft key then scroll through the frequencies byusing/ or the tune knob.• Select the Mute soft key to mute the playing media. Press a

• Set Category: Select to choose a specific music category in FMmode. You can then search for stations only playing this kind of music.Note: RBDS/RDS

• To view your presets, press / / for a list of your savedpresets. The display will also indicate the presets to which the stationsare saved.• Select

• Set Category: Select to scroll through a list of available SIRIUS威channel categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Note: If you select acategory, the seek

• Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in anaudio mute.You

Radio Display Condition Possible actionNo Signal Loss of signal fromthe SIRIUS威 satelliteor SIRIUS威 tower tothe vehicle antenna.The signal is currentl

• CD compression: Brings soft and loud CD passages together for amore consistent listening level.Audio settingsPress MENU > Audio Settings to acces

Auxiliary input jack (line in)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends th

USB port (if equipped)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends thatdriver

PhonePHONE: If your vehicle is equipped with this audio system and SYNC威,press PHONE to access SYNC phone features. Refer to your SYNC威supplement for

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils sincethese additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in theMaintenance

SINGLE ZONE MANUAL SYSTEM WITH REAR CLIMATECONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius:Press MENU > Disp

• : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.•: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, demistervents, floor vents and rear seat

Operating tips• To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,select(defrost) or (floor/defrost).• To reduce humidity build-up inside

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEMSDual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) Sony system(if equipped)Note: Your climate control system is touch sens

3. (Recirculated air): Press to activate/deactivate air recirculationin the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cooldown the in

Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system with MyTemp(if equipped)Note: Your climate control system is touch sensitive. You need onlylightly to

any airflow mode except (defrost). Recirculated air may turn offautomatically in all airflow modes except MAX A/C to reduce fogpotential.3. MAX A/C: D

the driver’s temperature to the desired value then touch and hold theMyTemp button for at least two seconds. Any subsequent touch of theMyTemp button

4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.To increase airflow to the outer instr

REMOTE START CLIMATE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)The climate control system will condition the cabin temperature duringremote start based on the outside te

Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage.DATA RECORDINGService Data RecordingService data recorders in your vehicle are

For cold weather conditions:• The interior cabin will be set to 72°F (22°C).• The heated seats (if equipped and if the feature is selected to AUTOin t

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parkinglamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Autola

2. Rotate the headlamp control to the autolamp position.3. Rotate the headlamp control to the off position.4. Turn the vehicle on.5. Turn the vehicle

Flash-to-passPull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate.Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)To activate DRL:• the ignition mus

Dome lamp controlUse to manually turn the dome lampon.• Press the control. This will turnon the interior courtesy lights.The lights will remain on unt

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 m)• (2) Center height of lamp toground• (3) 25 feet (7.6 m)• (4) Horizontal reference line2. The center of the headlamp has a3.0 mm

5. Locate the vertical adjuster foreach headlamp. Using a Phillips #2screwdriver, turn the adjustercontrol either clockwise (to adjustdown) or counter

INTERIOR LAMPSFront row map lamps (if equipped)To turn on the map lamps, press theouter edge of the clear lens. Thefront row map lamp lights when:• an

Third row cargo lampThe dome lamp lights when:• any door is opened.• the instrument panel dimmerbutton is pressed until thecourtesy lamp comes on.•any

Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs mustbe marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America an

Note: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivialcrash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR undernormal driving conditions

Replacing interior bulbsCheck the operation of the bulbs frequently. To replace any of theinterior bulbs, see a dealer or qualified technician.Replaci

Replacing HID headlamp bulbs (if equipped)The headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge” source.These lamps operate at a high voltage.

5. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket.Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).Replacing sidemarker bulbs1. Make sure that the headlampcontrol is in th

4. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove itfrom the lamp assembly.5. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket.Reverse steps to reinstall bu

5. Disconnect the electricalconnector (1) from the lampassembly. Disconnect the bulbsocket (2) from the lamp assemblyby squeezing the two tabs at the

Replacing fog lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isoff.2. Remove the bulb socket from thefog lamp by turning itcounterclockwise.3. Disconnect

WINDSHIELD WIPERSWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespe

Windshield washer: Press the endof the stalk:• briefly: causes the wipers toswipe three times with washerfluid.• a long press and hold: the wipersand

For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washercontrol to either position.From either position, the control will automatically

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp.Slide-on-rod featureRotate the visor towards the sidewindo

not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do notactivate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it usesto provide you with th

CENTER CONSOLEYour vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude:• Cupholders• Large utility storage compartmentwith 12V po

• Inside the utility compartment• On the rear of the console, accessible from the rear seats• In the cargo areaDo not use the power point for operatin

The power outlet is not designed for the following electric appliances;they may not work properly:• Cathode ray tube type televisions• Motor loads, su

POWER WINDOWSWARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle anddo not let children play with the power windows. They mayseriously injure the

Bounce-backWhen the window is moving upward and an obstacle or a rough roadcondition interferes with the window’s movement, the window willautomatical

Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)The interior rear view mirror has an auto-dimming function. Theelectronic day/night mirror wi

Memory feature (if equipped)The power side view mirror positions are saved when doing a memoryset function and can be recalled along with the vehicle

Note: 10 or more switch activations within one minute, or repeatedfolding/unfolding of the mirrors while holding the button down duringfull travel, ma

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keepingyour foot on the accelerator pedal.WARNING: Do not use

Disengaging speed controlTo disengage the speed control, press the brake pedal or press andrelease CNCL. Disengaging the speed control will not erase