Ford 2012 Flex v.2 Manuel d'utilisateur

Owner’s Guide.2012November 2011Second PrintingOwner’s GuideFORD FlexLitho in USAfordowner.comwww.ford.ca2012Owner’s Guide.CA8J 19A321 AB

This data can help provide a better understanding of thecircumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.Note: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle o

Refrigerator: Briefly press andhold the COOL side of the control.The indicator light on the cool sideof the switch will illuminate and theindicator li

• On the rear of the center console, accessible from the rear seats• In the rear cargo area on the right trim panelDo not use the power point for oper

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

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

Security overrideTo override a bounce-back condition, within two seconds after thewindow reaches the bounce-back position, pull and hold the switch up

Note: A rear center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (ifequipped) may also block the light from reaching the sensor.Do not clean the housi

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is

Using speed controlThe speed controls are located on the steering wheel. The followingbuttons work with speed control:RESUME: Press to resume a setspe

Increasing speed while using speed controlTo set a higher speed:• Press and hold SET + until you get to the desired speed, then release.You can also u

Navigation system hands-freecontrol features (if equipped)Press and hold control brieflyuntil the voiceicon appears onthe navigation display to use th

Additionally, when you connect to Traffic, Directions andInformation (if equipped, U.S. only), the service uses GPStechnology and advanced vehicle sen

For further information on the Navigation system/SYNC威 system, refer tothe Navigation System and SYNC威 supplements.MULTI-PANEL VISTA ROOF™ (IF EQUIPPE

To vent the multi-panel Vista Roof™: Press and release the TILTcontrol, the roof will move to the vent position automatically. Press theswitch again t

ProgrammingDo not program HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in the garage.Note: Your vehicle may require the ignition switch to be turned to theaccess

press/hold/release sequence again and, depending on the brand of thegarage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat thissequence a

Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control SystemTo operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink威 button.Activation will now occur for thet

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MATWARNING: Always use floor mats that are designed to fit thefoot well of your vehicle. Only use floor mats that leave the p

WARNING (Continued)• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or attachmentinstructions can potentially cause interference with pedal operati

POWER LIFTGATE (IF EQUIPPED)You can power open or close the liftgate with the following controls:• Instrument panel control button• Integrated keyhead

Care should be exercised in starting the engine before the liftgate is fullyclosed (latched). If the ignition is cycled during a liftgate power closec

To power open the liftgate withoutside liftgate control button:1. To open, unlock the liftgate withthe integrated keyhead transmitteror power door unl

EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLESPECIFIC INFORMATIONFor your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped withfeatures and o

Obstacle detection:The power liftgate system is equipped with an obstacle detection feature.If the power liftgate is closing, the system will reverse

CARGO AREA FEATURESCargo net (if equipped)The cargo net secures lightweightobjects in the cargo area. Attach thenet to the anchors provided. Do notput

WARNING: When loading the roof rail crossbars, it isrecommended to evenly distribute the load, as well as maintain alow center of gravity. Loaded vehi

KEYSYour vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The IKT functions as both aprogrammed ignition key thatoperates all the lo

MYKEY姞The MyKey威 feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode topromote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to thevehic

Create a MyKey威To program MyKey威 on one of the keys programmed to the vehicle,insert the key that you want to make a MyKey威 into the ignition. Turnthe

Clear MyKey威To reset all MyKeys威 as admin keys do the following:1. Turn the vehicle on using the admin key.2. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR M

3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Create a MyKey威 section.Note: For all vehicles, the number of MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED orADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED that is displayed

Condition Potential CausesCannot clearMyKey威• Key in the ignition is a MyKey威• No MyKeys威 are programmed to the vehicle.Refer to Create a MyKey威 secti

POWER DOOR LOCKS• Press the control to unlock alldoors.• Press thecontrol to lock alldoors.Smart locksThis feature helps to prevent you from locking y

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

Deactivating/activating autolock featureYour vehicle comes with the autolock features activated; there are threemethods to enable/disable this feature

• the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition beingturned off or to accessory.Note: The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has b

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

There are two possible types ofIKTs:• Four-button (vehicles equippedwith power liftgate)• Three-button (vehicles notequipped with power liftgate)The t

Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interiorlamps and parking lamps will illuminate.2. Pre

Opening the power liftgate (if equipped)Press twice within three seconds to fully unlatch and open theliftgate.WARNING: Make sure all persons are clea

4. Wait 10 seconds, then press the .5. Repeat this procedure for memory 2 and another transmitter ifdesired.Deprogramming memory feature from the tran

Replacing lost integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs)If you would like to have your integrated keyhead transmittersreprogrammed because you lost one,

• If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doorsor the liftgate was opened, the battery saver will shut off them off10 minutes

Note: Touching 5 • 6, 7 • 8, or 9 • 0 keypad numbers as a sixth digitwill not recall a driver memory setting.Note: The factory-set code cannot be asso

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

To lock all doors, press and hold the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the sametime (with the driver’s door closed) for one second. You do not need toenter the

Anti-theft indicatorThe anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster.• When the ignition is in the offposition, the indicator will

keyless entry transmitter. A maximum of eight coded keys can beprogrammed to your vehicle; only four of these eight keys can be IKTswith remote entry

4. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of turning the ignition tothe 1 (off) position, insert the second previously coded key into theignition.5

Arming the systemWhen armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry isattempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash theturn

Disarming the systemYou can disarm the system by any of the following actions:• Unlock the doors by using the remote entry transmitter portion ofyour

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: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device.Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjustedwhen the seat is occupied.To r

Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint iseven with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to theba

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A wa

Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward.Pull lever up to adjust seatback.WARNING: Beforereturning the seatback to itsoriginal position, make sure

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when thevehicle is moving.WARNING: Do not pile cargo h

• Move the front of the control upor down to tilt the seat cushion.• Move the rear of the control upor down to raise or lower the seatcushion.• Move t

Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat.Press the forward/rearward side ofthe

Memory seat/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)This system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat, powermirrors and adjustable pedal

The front passenger seatback can befolded to a horizontal position tomake room for a long load. To foldthe seatback:1. Move the seat as far back aspos

Second row outboard seat head restraints– The outboard headrestraints are non adjustable, but they can be removed.The non-adjustable head restraintsco

Second row center seat head restraint (if equipped)– The centerhead restraint is vertically adjustable and can also be removed.The adjustable head res

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

1. Lift the handle located on theside of the seat.The seatback will fold flat.2. Lift the handle all the way upuntil the seat releases from thefloor.

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhausttemperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuelsystem, interior floor coverings

3. To return the seatback to thefloor from tumbled position, rotatethe seat down until you hear itlatching to the floor.4. To return the seatback to t

Press the control located at theback of the rear door opening onetime to fold the seat back down andtumble the seat forward for accessto the 3rd row.N

3. 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

Stowing the third row seat1. Remove all objects from the seat and stowage tub. Objects in the seator stowage tub may cause serious damage to the seat

Unstowing the third row seatNote: Ensure that there are no objects such as books, purses or briefcases on the load floor before unstowing the seat. Fa

running, the battery saver will turn it off after 10 minutes. You canreactivate the power seats by pressingon the remote entry key fobor by using the

Note: In the unlikely event that the third row power seat stopsprematurely, or travels to an unexpected position, press the FOLDbutton (3) to reset th

PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM™The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontalcrash protection to front seat occupants and is designe

Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraintsThe dual-stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbaginflation energ

Airbag readiness: If this light failsto illuminate when the ignition isturned to on, continues to flash orremains on, have the systemserviced immediat

(child size) occupants from airbag deployments when they areimproperly seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contrary toproper child-seatin

• The warning light will either flash or stay lit.• The warning light will not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned on.• A series of five be

WARNING: Each seating position in your vehicle has a specificsafety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and onetongue that are designed to be

2. To unfasten, press the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle.Restraint of pregnant womenWARNING: Always ride and drive with your seatb

(8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduceforward movement of the driver and passengers.In addition, the retractor is des

WARNING: BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BEREPLACED if the safety belt assembly “automatic lockingretractor” feature or any other safety belt functio

Safety belt extension assemblyIf the safety belt is too short when fully extended, a safety belt extensionassembly can be obtained from an authorized

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

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

AdvanceTrac威/traction controloff: Illuminates when theAdvanceTrac威/traction control hasbeen turned off. Refer to theDriving chapter for moreinformatio

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

The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder威 features can bedeactivated/activated by performing the following procedure:Before following the procedure,

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

frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, orrear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinaldeceleration.The air

• one or more impact and safing sensors.• driver and front passenger safety belt pretensioner• a readiness light and tone.• diagnostic module.• the el

Note: When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated, the passenger(seat mounted) side airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbagdeploymen

• If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, the person should beadvised to ride in the rear seat.OccupantPass Airbag OffIndicator LightPassen

ObjectsPass Airbag OffIndicator LightPassenger AirbagSmall (i.e. three-ringbinder, small purse,bottled water)Unlit DisabledMedium (i.e. heavybriefcase

Turn signal: Illuminates when theleft or right turn signal or thehazard lights are turned on. If theindicators flash faster, check for a burned out bu

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness lamp in theinstrument cluster will stay lit.If the airbag readi

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:• The readiness light (same lightfor front and side airbag system)will eithe

automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk ofinjuries relate

WARNING: If the sideairbag has deployed, theairbag will not function again.The side airbag system(including the seat) must beinspected and serviced by

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the drivershould always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRSand Safety Canopy威 System is pr

The Safety Canopy system, in combination with safety belts, can helpreduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impactcollis

Determining if the system is operationalThe SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Ref

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, or ageRecommendedrestraint typeInfantsor tod-dlersChildren weighing 40 l

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for childrenRe-straintTypeChildWeightUse any attachment method as indicated be-low by “X”LATCH(l

Introduction 5Instrument Cluster 14Warning lights and chimes 14Gauges 18Message center 20Entertainment Systems 30AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 30Auxiliary

Speedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtemperature,

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

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulderbeltsCheck to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use.Children 12

1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt.2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltan

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear

9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer toAttaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter.10. Before p

Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child seat installation at theseating positions marked with the child seat symbol.The LATCH anchors are locat

WARNING: Depending on where you secure a child restraint,and depending on the child restraint design, you may blockaccess to certain safety belt buckl

Attaching child safety seats with tether strapsMany forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichextends from the back of the child s

2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected rear seating position.• 2nd row bucket (40/40)• 2nd row bench (60/40)• 3rd rowNote: The cargo tie-downs

Tachometer: Indicates the enginespeed in revolutions per minute.Driving with your tachometerpointer continuously at the top ofthe scale may damage the

3. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not beretained properly in the ev

Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap/shoulder safety belts fitbetter. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the h

Types of booster seatsThere are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backlessand high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, a

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat.WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulderbelt under a chi

NOTICE TO CROSSOVER VEHICLE OWNERSCrossover vehicles handle differentlythan passenger cars in the variousdriving conditions that areencountered on str

similar to normal on-road driving conditions. Operating your vehicleunder other than those conditions could subject the vehicle to excessivestress whi

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGTire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereappli

Temperature A B CWARNING: The temperature grade for this tire is establishedfor a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessivespeed, u

• PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard unit of air pressure.• Cold inflation pressure: The tire pressure when the vehicle hasbeen stationary and ou

Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature tocorrectly detect the added fuel.LOW FUEL LEVEL will display when you have app

Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressureeven if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information foundon the tir

3. Add enough air to reach the recommended air pressure.Note: If you overfill the tire, release air by pressing on the metal stem inthe center of the

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the s

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, youshould not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on thesidewall of the tire to set the beads w

Safety PracticesWARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., donot rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire andcaus

The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire andwheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear.Tire rotationRotating your tire

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

6. 95: Indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to howmuch weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in yourowner’s g

8. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN): This begins with theletters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. Thenext two n

TIMERTimer displays the trip elapsed drive time.To operate, do the following:1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer.2. Press and relea

13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates the tiremanufacturers’ maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure atwhich the maximum load

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 requiredFlashing warn-ing lightSpare tire in use Repair the damaged road wheel/tireand rei

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

• Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with tire cables on your vehicle.• Drive cautiously. If you hear the cables rub or bang against yourvehicle, stop and

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that thevehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Lab

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load

To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change,perform the following:1. Press and release SETUP to display “OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). Thesenumbers are shown on the S

• 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)

Steps for determining the correct load limit:1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.

calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (12 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 -540 = -103 kg. You will need to reduce the load weight by at least240 lb. (104

WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommendedgross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and couldresult in engine damage, transmi

3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle without the weight distributing barsconnected.4. Measure the height of the top of the front wheel opening on thef

Trailer brake controller connector (if equipped)The trailer brake controllerconnector is located under theinstrument panel above the brakepedal.Traile

Driving while you towWhen towing a trailer:• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, stee

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

TRAILER SWAY (if equipped)This feature uses the electronic stability control to mitigate trailer sway,Press RESET to turn it off or on.CREATE MYKEY /

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. Off— locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal. This positionalso shuts the engine and

WARNING: Extended idling at high engine speeds can producevery high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system,creating the risk of fire or other d

• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Make sure the gearshift lever is inP (Park).3. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start).Some w

Starting the engine1. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start). If thereis difficulty in turning the key,rotate the steering wheel u

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructionscould result in property damage or physical injury.WARNING

• Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear ofall combustibles such as petroleum products, dust, rags, paper andsimilar items

Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)Your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS). Thissystem helps you maintain steering control

Brake over acceleratorThis vehicle is equipped with a brake over accelerator feature. In theevent the accelerator pedal becomes stuck or entrapped, ap

Press the parking brake pedaldownward again to release theparking brake. Driving with theparking brake on will cause thebrakes to wear out quickly and

WARNING: Remember that even advanced technology cannotdefy the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of avehicle due to inappropriate

REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear right door isnot completely closed.PARK BRAKE ENGAGED — Displayed when the parking brake is set,the eng

When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 you mayexperience the following:• A slight deceleration of the vehicle• The stability contr

During ESC events, the stability control light in the instrument clusterwill flash.Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the ESC system, whic

If you switch off the tractioncontrol, the stability control off lightwill illuminate steadily. Pressing thetraction control button again willturn off

experienced, SLOW DOWN. Always use caution when towing a trailerand follow the tongue weight recommendations. Refer to Trailer towingin the Tires, Whe

WARNING: The EPS system has diagnostics checks thatcontinuously monitor the EPS system to ensure proper operationof the electronic system. When an ele

• uneven tire wear• loose or worn suspension components• loose or worn steering components• improper vehicle alignmentA high crown in the road or high

If the fuse is not blown and the brake lamps are working properly, thefollowing procedure will allow you to move the gearshift lever from P(Park):1. A

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatictransmission with transmission control switch (if equipped)Your vehicle has been designe

The automatic transmission shift strategy has the ability to detect hillyterrain or mountainous areas and will provide a limited amount of gradeassist

L (Low)• Provides maximum engine braking.• Will downshift to the lowest available gear for the current vehiclespeed; allows for first gear when vehicl

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressuresensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For moreinformation on how the syst

N (Neutral)With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and isfree to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.D

-The grade assist lamp in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated.-The transmission will operate in gears one through six.Understanding your Se

Recommended shift speedsUpshift according to the following chart:Upshifts when accelerating(recommended for best fuel economy)Shift from:1 - 2 15 mph

WARNING: This system is not designed to prevent contact withsmall or moving objects. The system is designed to provide awarning to assist the driver i

Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) freefrom snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean thesensors with sharp object

• (1) Rear bumper• (2) Red zone• (3) Yellow zone• (4) Green zone• (5) Center line of vehicleAlways use caution while backing.Objects in the red zone a

WARNING: Objects that are close to either corner of thebumper or under the bumper, might not be seen on the screendue to the limited coverage of the c

Conditions in which the system may not work:• Something passes between the front bumper and the space such as apedestrian or cyclist• The edge of the

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

APA finishedWhen active park assist has completed the automated steering, themessage center displays ACTIVE PARK FINISHED followed by a chime.The driv

CANCELLED BY OVER SPEED (if equipped)— Displayed when theactive park assist feature self cancels due to vehicle speed over thepreset limit allowed by

TroubleshootingWhy isn’t APA searching for a parking space?• You may have deactivated the AdvanceTrac威 system.• One of the doors (except the driver’s

• One of the parked vehicles has a high altitude attachment (i.e. saltsprayer, snow plow, moving truck high bed, etc.) High altitudeattachments may no

conditions with excessive wheel slip, such as deep sand. To resumenormal AWD function as soon as possible, stop the vehicle in a safelocation and allo

If your vehicle gets stuckWARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make surethe gearshift is latched in P (Park). Switch the ignition off andre

• 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

Note: Driving through deep water may damage the engine ortransmission.If the front or rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant andPTU (Powe

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

do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapterfor additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system.Mainten

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

REMOVE HANDS PUT IN REVERSE (if equipped) — May displaywhen using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in theDriving chapter for more

Should your vehicle shut off after a collision due to this feature, you mayrestart your vehicle by doing the following:1. Turn the ignition switch to

COLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue25A Natural Natural — Natural Natu

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 30A Driver smart window motor2 15A Trailer tow (TT) stop/turn lamps

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits23 15A High beam headlamps24 20A Horn25 10A Demand lamps/Interior lamps,Power fold seats26 10A Instr

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits46 7.5A Occupant classification sensor(OCS), Passenger airbagdeactivation indicator (PADI)47 30A Cir

The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 80A* Passenger compartment fusepanel power2 80A* Passe

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits13 20A** Left high intensity discharge(HID) headlamp14 10A** Brake on/off (BOO) switch15 25A** Rear

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits41 G8VA relay TT park lamp42 G8VA relay TT stop/turn lamp (left)43 G8VA relay TT stop/turn lamp (rig

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

Locks and Security 122Keys 122Locks 128Anti-theft system 139Seating and Safety Restraints 145Seating 145Personal Safety System™ 167Safety belt system

SERVICE ADVANCETRAC — Displayed when the AdvanceTrac威system has detected a condition that requires service.TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE — Displayed whe

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

1. Remove the carpeted floor panellocated in the rear of the vehicle,remove the wing nut that securesthe spare tire by turning itcounterclockwise.2. L

1. Block the diagonally oppositewheel.2. Remove wheel cover (ifequipped) with the lug wrench tipand loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn countercloc

7. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown.Refer to Wheel lug nut torquespecifications later in this chapterfor the proper lu

4. Insert the straight end of the jackretention bracket through the eyeletof the angled bracket and swing theretention bracket over the jack. Withthe

WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove anycorrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mountingsurfaces of the wheel or the surface

JUMP STARTINGWARNING: The gases around the battery can explode ifexposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion couldresult in injury or v

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

AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound systemWARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury

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

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

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov;or write to:

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

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer toSetting the clock in your Navigation supplement.AM/FM Radio/ VOL (Power/Volume): P

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

• Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking theengine block or other engine components.• Spray Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo and Degrea

3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ enginePLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your a

• 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 RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenanceinformation which makes tracking routine service easy.If your

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel nearthe steering column.2. Go to th

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT3.5L V6 engine1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Engine coolant reservoir3. Brake fluid reservoir4. B

To activate the autoset feature: Press MENU repeatedly until AUTOPRESET ON/OFF appears in the display. UseSEEK to switchAUTO PRESET to ON, and either

3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Brake fluid reservoir3. Battery4. Power distribution box5. Air filter assembly6. Automatic trans

Engine shieldSome vehicles may be equipped with an aero-shield under the engine.This shield needs to be removed for service, including oil and filterc

Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgateWasher fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as thewindshield.CHANGING THE WIPER B

3. The wiper arm has a snapretention feature to receive a crosspin from the wiper blade structure.Grip tightly and press on thearm/blade joint from be

• If the oil level is within thisrange, the oil level is acceptable.DO NOT ADD OIL.• If the oil level is below thismark, engine oil must be addedto ra

Engine oil and filter recommendations3.5L V6 engineLook for this certificationtrademark.Use SAE 5W-20 engine oilOnly use oils certified for gasoline e

3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engineLook for this certificationtrademark.Use SAE 5W-30 engine oilOnly use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPet

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft威 maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not require additional water during its life ofservice.

WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteriescontain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.Shield your eyes when work

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin

LOAD: This control is notoperational. To load a CD, simplyinsert the disc, label side up, intothe CD slot./ Play/Pause: Press toplay/pause a track whe

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level, or within theCOLD

harm your engine’s cooling system. The use of an improper coolantmay harm engine and cooling system components and may void thewarranty. Refer to Main

3. Step back while the pressure releases.4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use thecloth to turn it counterclockwise and re

Severe climatesIf you drive in extremely cold climates:• It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%.• NEVER increase the coola

certain high temperature/high load conditions take place in order tomanage the engine’s fluid temperatures. The amount of speed reductionwill depend o

What you should know about fail-safe coolingIf the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle tobe driven temporarily before i

WARNING: Fail-safe mode is for use during emergencies only.Operate the vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long as necessary tobring the vehicle to rest

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforerefueling your vehicle.• Al

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

Note: A fuel spillage concern may occur if overfilling the fuel tank. Donot overfill the tank to the point that the fuel is able to bypass the fuelfil

COMPRESSION: Press MENU repeatedly until COMPRESSION ON/OFFappears in the display. UseSEEK to switch between ON/OFF.When COMPRESSION is ON, the system

Octane recommendations3.5L V6 engine“Regular” unleaded gasoline with apump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 isrecommended. Some stations offerfuels posted

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

1. After lifting the carpeted floorpanel, locate the white plasticfunnel. It is attached to the rear,lower edge of the spare tirecompartment.2. Slowly

The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in theamount of fu

economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping recordsduring summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fueleconomy. In gene

Conditions• Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economyat any speed.• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (a

The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenanceinformation are essential to the life and performance of your vehicleand to its emissio

4. Driving through deep water—the electrical system may be wet.These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tankwith good quality

The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control systemduring normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If thevehicle is not

BRAKE FLUIDThe fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the MIN andMAX

SCAN: Press SCAN for a briefsampling of all available SIRIUS威satellite channels. If a specificcategory is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.) press SCA

5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. Ifnecessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartmentin this

C. Remove the bolt cover (ifequipped).D. Remove two bolts that attach the air filter assembly to the front ofthe vehicle (2).E. Loosen the clamp holdi

WARNING: Do not run engine with the air filter disconnected.Start the engine and continue with Step 6.6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully

Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levelsBefore adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type offluid used is normally indicated

AIR FILTERWARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/orpersonal burn injuries do not start your engine with the aircleaner removed and do not r

5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filterelement edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could causefilter

• 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 CAPACITIESItems CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number /Ford SpecificationBrake fluidBetween MAX a

Items CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number /Ford SpecificationEngine oil(3.5L V6 engine)5.5 quarts (5.2L)•Motorcraft威 SAE 5W-20Premium

only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek allavailable SIRIUS categories and channels. Press OK to close andreturn to the main menu.•

Items CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number /Ford SpecificationEngine coolant(3.5L engine)313.2 quarts(12.5L)Motorcraft威 SpecialtyGreen

Items CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number /Ford SpecificationWindshield washer fluid Fill as requiredMotorcraft威 PremiumWindshield Was

ENGINE DATAEngine 3.5L V6 engine3.5L V6 EcoBoost™engineCubic inches 214 214FuelSee Octanerecommendationsearlier in this chapter.See Octanerecommendati

3.5L V6 EcoBoost engineIDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requ

Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicle identification number islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel.Please note that in the graphic,XXXX

TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONSYou can find a transmission code onthe Safety Compliance CertificationLabel. The following table tells youwhich transmis

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

Lifestyle•Ash cup / coin holder •Roof racks and carriers*•Navigation* •Cargo net•SUV camping net* •Conversation mirror•Trailer hitches, wiring harness

• Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of yourvehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotiveuse.• To avoid int

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

• CHANNEL LOCKOUT MENU- Press OK to enter the ChannelLockout menu. Press theSEEK to scroll through the followingoptions:a. LOCK/UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL: P

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 Plan3802012 Flex (471)Owners Guide, 2nd 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?Carefully following this schedule helps protect against major repairexpenses resulting from n

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

Genuine Ford parts and serviceWhen planning your maintenance services, consider your dealership forall your vehicle’s needs.There are a lot of reasons

Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealeror qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper serviceadvic

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 Maintenance3872012 Flex (471)Owners Guide, 2nd PrintingUSA (fus)

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

SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME: With this feature on, radio volumeautomatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensatefor road and wind noi

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

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

Roadside Emergencies 287Getting roadside assistance 287Hazard flasher control 288Fuel pump shut-off 288Fuses and relays 289Changing tires 297Wheel lug

Audio system–Navigation system based (if equipped)If your vehicle is equipped with the navigation system, it will have anintegrated navigation/audio s

Edge/MKX AWD only – vehicles operating off-road in sand during highambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drivePower Transfer Unit)

AAccessory delay ...103Active Park Assist ...275AdvanceTrac ...257Airbag supplementa

Child safety seats - boosterseats ...210Cleaning your vehicleengine compartment ...319instrument pa

service points ...328–329Engine block heater ...253Engine oil ...332checking and adding ..

Inspection/maintenance (I/M)testing ...356Instrument panelcleaning ...322cluster

PParental MyKeyprogramming ...123Park Assist ...275Parking brake ...25

Scheduled Maintenance GuideNormal ScheduledMaintenance and Log ...388Seats ...145child safety seats .

UUniversal garage dooropener ...110USB port ...41VVehicle Identification Numbe

3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone outputof your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJin your

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

CD/CD player careDo:• Handle discs by their edges only.(Never touch the playingsurface).• Inspect discs before playing.• Clean only with an approved C

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommen

Sample MP3 structureIf you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variou

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms caninterfere w

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredACQUIRING Radio requires morethan two seconds toproduce audio for theselected channel.No action required.This m

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredNO TEXT Song title informationnot available.Song title informationnot available at thistime on this channel.The

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongl

Accessories 375Ford Extended Service Plan 378Scheduled Maintenance 382Normal scheduled maintenance and log 388Index 400The information contained in th

Note: The system goes into dual play mode when it is turned on. Audiofrom the DVD system will not play over the rear two speakers until dualplay mode

1. On the front of each monitor,located behind the left trim coverpanel, is the headphone input jack(5). This headphone will listen tothe media select

DVD player controls1./ (Play/Pause): Press to play or pause a CD, DVD orflash/thumb drive track.2.(Stop): Press to stop the current DVD, CD/MP3, or fl

5. / (Headphones/Speakers): Press to activate dual play mode oneither headrest system. During dual play mode, the following happens:a. Rear speakers t

Remote controlUnless otherwise stated, all operations can be carried out with theremote control. Always point the remote control directly at the playe

cursor controls advance to the next or previous station when accessingthe radio tuner in dual play mode (AM/FM/SR).3. DISPLAY: Press to access the on-

15. MEDIA for Monitor A: In Dual Play mode, press MEDIA repeatedlyto select from the possible media sources: (Monitor A, Monitor B, AM,FM1, FM2, SR1,

Battery replacementBatteries are supplied with theremote control unit. Since allbatteries have a limited shelf life,replace them when the unit fails t

where indicated on the left and right hand sides of the system. Refer toWired Headphones following.To install the batteries, removethe screw on the co

Ensure that the headphones are turned off when not in use. Afterapproximately one minute of not being in use (no infrared signal isreceived), the wire

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

Dual Play: Dual play is when the rear seat passengers choose to listento a different playing media than the front seat passengers. With theDVD and rea

Radio interaction: If your vehicle is equipped with a non-touchscreenaudio system, you can press AUX on the radio repeatedly until DVDappears in the d

Aspect ratio (TV display type)This screen allows you to select theviewing size and shape of the videodisplayed on the LCD screen. This isdisc dependen

2. Press / to ’highlight’ the monitor icon. (A disc will appearbeneath the icon signifying it is the current selection.)3. Pressto select and enter th

Speaker setupThis screen allows you to adjust theaudio balance for your speakers. Toaccess:1. Press SETUP on the remote to access the menu options.2.

4. Press / to choose from Sharpness, Brightness, Contrast, Gamma(Color), Hue, Saturation and Luma-Delay.General setup — screen exitTo exit the setup s

General informationNote: DVDs are formatted byregions. US and Canada systems canonly play region 1 DVDs and Mexicosystems can only play region 4DVDs.

Safety informationWARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends thatdrivers us

Do not operate video games or video equipment if the power cordsand/or cables are broken, split or damaged. Carefully place cords and/orcables where t

Humidity and moisture condensationMoisture in the air will condense in the DVD player under extremelyhumid conditions or when moving from a cold place

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answ

SINGLE ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL WITH REAR PASSENGERCOMPARTMENT CLIMATE CONTROL1.Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defrostervents and

4. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use withrecirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/Cengages automaticall

Operating tips• To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in theposition.• To reduce humidity build-up

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITHHEATED SEATS AND REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENTCLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)Temperature conversion: To switch

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

10. Power/cabin temperature: Press to activate/deactivate theclimate control system. When the system is off, outside air is preventedfrom entering the

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (NAVIGATIONBASED–IF EQUIPPED)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer to Message

5. Passenger heated seat (if equipped): Press to control thepassenger heated seat. Refer to Front seating in the Seating and SafetyRestraints chapter

TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONSTemperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer to Message center in the Instrument cluster chapter.Front

Max A/C– Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panelvents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is moreeconomical and

PERCHLORATE MATERIALCertain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, safety beltpretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlo

• To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly openfor 2–3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the vehicle has“aired out.”• A

AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL1.Fan speed: Turn to select the desired fan speed.2.: Distributes air through the rear vents.3.: Distributes air through the

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTERRThe rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel andworks to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice.The ign

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the low beam headlampso

3. Turn the ignition on and then back to off.4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlampswill turn on.5. Wait the desired amou

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.To activate:• the ignition must be in the on position,• the head

Vertical aim adjustment1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.• (1) 8 fe

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.INTERIOR LAMPSFront map lampsThe map lamps a

Ambient lighting (if equipped)Illuminates footwells and cupholderswith a choice of several colors. Theambient lighting control switch islocated in the

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

DATA RECORDINGService Data RecordingService data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehi

Replacing headlamp (high beam/low beam) halogen bulbs1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood.2. Reach in behind the he

3. Remove the bulb socket byturning it counterclockwise andpulling it straight out.4. To remove the bulb, pull itstraight out of the bulb socket.Insta

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the off position.2. Remove the two screws from thelicense plate lamp assembly

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

Rear window wiper/washer controlsFor rear wiper operation, rotate therear window wiper and washercontrol to the desired position.Select:2 — Normal spe

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRRORLift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp.Slide-on-rod featureRotate the visor towards the sidewindow and extend i

CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED)Press the right (+) control to movethe time display forwards.Press the left (-) control to movethe time display backwards.ELECTRONI

Compass zone adjustment1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap.2. Turn ignition to the on p

Compass calibration adjustmentPerform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structuresand high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, t

Second row center console features (if equipped)The second row center consoleincorporates the following features:• Flip forward armrest to provide afl