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Brakes ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE The electric parking brake replaces the conventional handbrake. The operating switch is located in the center console. WARNING Always set the parking brake and leave your vehicle with the transmission in park (P) (automatic transmission) or in first gear (1) or reverse (R) (manual transmission). Note: When you apply the electric parking brake in certain conditions, for example, on a steep hill, the electric parking brake may reapply the brakes within three to ten minutes. Note: You may notice various noises when you apply and release the electric parking brake. This is normal and no cause for concern. Note: The brake system warning lamp will illuminate for ten seconds, if the ignition is turned off after the electric parking brake has been applied, or the electric parking brake has been applied after the ignition has been turned off. Note: The electric parking brake will not automatically apply. You must apply the electric parking brake using the electric parking brake switch. E147230 Parking on a hill (vehicles with a manual transmission) If you park your vehicle facing uphill, move the transmission to first gear (1) and turn the steering wheel away from the curb. If you park your vehicle facing downhill, move the transmission to reverse (R) and turn the steering wheel toward the curb. Pull the switch up to apply the electric parking brake. The brake system warning lamp will illuminate to confirm that the electric parking brake has been applied. See Information Displays (page 93). Applying the electric parking brake when the vehicle is moving WARNINGS Applying the electric parking brake while moving will result in use of the anti-lock braking system. Do not use the electric parking brake system when the vehicle is moving unless the normal brake system is unable to stop the vehicle. Applying the electric parking brake WARNING If the brake system warning lamp flashes, there could be a problem with your electric parking brake. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. 172 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7), enUSA

Section	Page
Copyright ©	2
Introduction	10
About This Manual	10
Symbols Glossary	10
Data Recording	12
California Proposition 65	14
Perchlorate	14
Ford Credit	14
Replacement Parts Recommendation	14
Special Notices	15
Mobile Communications Equipment	15
Export Unique Options	15
Child Safety	16
General Information	16
Installing Child Seats	17
Booster Seats	25
Child Seat Positioning	27
Child Safety Locks	28
Safety Belts	30
Principle of Operation	30
Fastening the Safety Belts	31
Safety Belt Height Adjustment	35
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime	35
Safety Belt Minder	36
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance	37
Personal Safety System™	38
Personal Safety System™	38
Supplementary Restraints System	39
Principle of Operation	39
Driver and Passenger Airbags	40
Front Passenger Sensing System	41
Side Airbags	43
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags	44
Side Curtain Airbags	44
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator	46
Airbag Disposal	47
Keys and Remote Controls	48
General Information on Radio Frequencies	48
Remote Control	48
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control	53
MyKey™	55
Principle of Operation	55
Creating a MyKey	56
Clearing All MyKeys	56
Checking MyKey System Status	58
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems	59
MyKey Troubleshooting	59
Locks	60
Locking and Unlocking	60
Keyless Entry	64
Interior Luggage Compartment Release	66
Security	68
Passive Anti-Theft System	68
Anti-Theft Alarm	70
Steering Wheel	71
Adjusting the Steering Wheel	71
Audio Control	71
Voice Control	72
Cruise Control	72
Information Display Control	72
Heated Steering Wheel	73
Wipers and Washers	74
Windshield Wipers	74
Autowipers	74
Windshield Washers	75
Lighting	77
General Information	77
Lighting Control	77
Autolamps	78
Instrument Lighting Dimmer	79
Headlamp Exit Delay	79
Daytime Running Lamps	80
Automatic High Beam Control	80
Front Fog Lamps	81
Direction Indicators	82
Interior Lamps	82
Ambient Lighting	83
Windows and Mirrors	84
Power Windows	84
Global Opening and Closing	85
Exterior Mirrors	85
Interior Mirror	86
Sun Visors	87
Moonroof	87
Instrument Cluster	89
Gauges	89
Warning Lamps and Indicators	91
Audible Warnings and Indicators	95
Information Displays	96
General Information	96
Information Messages	106
Climate Control	120
Manual Climate Control	120
Automatic Climate Control	121
Automatic Climate Control	123
Automatic Climate Control	125
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate	127
Heated Windows and Mirrors	129
Cabin Air Filter	129
Remote Start	130
Seats	131
Sitting in the Correct Position	131
Head Restraints	131
Manual Seats	133
Power Seats	133
Memory Function	135
Rear Seats	137
Heated Seats	138
Climate Controlled Seats	138
Rear Seat Armrest	139
Universal Garage Door Opener	140
Universal Garage Door Opener	140
Auxiliary Power Points	144
Auxiliary Power Points	144
Storage Compartments	146
Center Console	146
Overhead Console	146
Starting and Stopping the Engine	147
General Information	147
Ignition Switch	147
Keyless Starting	147
Starting a Gasoline Engine	148
Engine Block Heater	151
Unique Driving Characteristics	153
Auto-Start-Stop	153
Fuel and Refueling	155
Safety Precautions	155
Fuel Quality	156
Running Out of Fuel	157
Refueling	158
Fuel Consumption	160
Emission Control System	161
Transmission	164
Manual Transmission	164
Automatic Transmission	165
All-Wheel Drive	169
Using All-Wheel Drive	169
Brakes	174
General Information	174
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes	174
Electric Parking Brake	175
Hill Start Assist	177
Traction Control	179
Principle of Operation	179
Using Traction Control	179
Stability Control	180
Principle of Operation	180
Using Stability Control	180
Parking Aids	181
Parking Aid	181
Active Park Assist	183
Rear View Camera	186
Cruise Control	190
Principle of Operation	190
Using Cruise Control	190
Using Adaptive Cruise Control	191
Driving Aids	197
Driver Alert	197
Lane Keeping System	198
Blind Spot Information System	202
Steering	206
Collision Warning System	207
Load Carrying	210
Load Limit	210
Towing	218
Towing a Trailer	218
Recommended Towing Weights	219
Essential Towing Checks	220
Transporting the Vehicle	222
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels	222
Driving Hints	224
Breaking-In	224
Economical Driving	224
Driving Through Water	224
Floor Mats	225
Roadside Emergencies	227
Roadside Assistance	227
Hazard Warning Flashers	228
Fuel Shutoff	228
Jump Starting the Vehicle	228
Post-Crash Alert System	230
Spinout Detection	230
Customer Assistance	232
Getting the Services You Need	232
In California (U.S. Only)	233
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)	234
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)	234
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada	235
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature	236
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)	236
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)	237
Fuses	238
Fuse Specification Chart	238
Changing a Fuse	248
Maintenance	249
General Information	249
Opening and Closing the Hood	249
Under Hood Overview	251
Under Hood Overview	252
Under Hood Overview	253
Engine Oil Dipstick	253
Engine Oil Dipstick	254
Engine Oil Dipstick	254
Engine Oil Check	254
Oil Change Indicator Reset	255
Engine Coolant Check	255
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check	258
Brake and Clutch Fluid Check	258
Power Steering Fluid Check	258
Washer Fluid Check	258
Fuel Filter	258
Changing the 12V Battery	258
Checking the Wiper Blades	260
Changing the Wiper Blades	260
Adjusting the Headlamps	261
Removing a Headlamp	262
Changing a Bulb	264
Bulb Specification Chart	266
Changing the Engine Air Filter	268
Vehicle Care	269
General Information	269
Cleaning Products	269
Cleaning the Exterior	269
Waxing	270
Cleaning the Engine	270
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades	271
Cleaning the Interior	271
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens	271
Cleaning Leather Seats	272
Repairing Minor Paint Damage	273
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels	273
Vehicle Storage	273
Wheels and Tires	276
Temporary Mobility Kit	276
Tire Care	288
Using Snow Chains	303
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	304
Changing a Road Wheel	307
Technical Specifications	313
Capacities and Specifications	315
Engine Specifications	315
Motorcraft Parts	316
Vehicle Identification Number	317
Vehicle Certification Label	317
Transmission Code Designation	318
Technical Specifications	319
Audio System	323
General Information	323
Audio Unit	324
Audio Unit	327
Audio Unit	328
Digital Radio	332
Satellite Radio	334
Audio Input Jack	337
USB Port	338
Media Hub	338
SYNC™	339
General Information	339
Using Voice Recognition	341
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone	343
SYNC™ Applications and Services	354
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player	361
SYNC™ Troubleshooting	369
MyFord Touch™	378
General Information	378
Settings	387
Entertainment	397
Phone	415
Information	420
Climate	429
Navigation	433
Accessories	442
Accessories	442
Appendices	444
End User License Agreement	444
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	459
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	459
Scheduled Maintenance	461
General Maintenance Information	461
Normal Scheduled Maintenance	464
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance	467

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ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE

The electric parking brake replaces the

conventional handbrake. The operating

switch is located in the center console.

WARNING

Always set the parking brake and

leave your vehicle with the

transmission in park (P) (automatic

transmission) or in first gear (1) or reverse

(R) (manual transmission).

Note:

When you apply the electric parking

brake in certain conditions, for example, on

a steep hill, the electric parking brake may

reapply the brakes within three to ten

minutes.

Note:

You may notice various noises when

you apply and release the electric parking

brake. This is normal and no cause for

concern.

Parking on a hill (vehicles with a

manual transmission)

If you park your vehicle facing uphill, move

the transmission to first gear (1) and turn

the steering wheel away from the curb. If

you park your vehicle facing downhill, move

the transmission to reverse (R) and turn

the steering wheel toward the curb.

Applying the electric parking brake

WARNING

If the brake system warning lamp

flashes, there could be a problem

with your electric parking brake. Have

the system checked by an authorized

dealer as soon as possible.

Note:

The brake system warning lamp will

illuminate for ten seconds, if the ignition is

turned off after the electric parking brake

has been applied, or the electric parking

brake has been applied after the ignition has

been turned off.

Note:

The electric parking brake will not

automatically apply. You must apply the

electric parking brake using the electric

parking brake switch.

E147230

Pull the switch up to apply the electric

parking brake.

The brake system warning lamp will

illuminate to confirm that the electric

parking brake has been applied. See

Information Displays

(page 93).

Applying the electric parking brake

when the vehicle is moving

WARNINGS

Applying the electric parking brake

while moving will result in use of the

anti-lock braking system. Do not use

the electric parking brake system when the

vehicle is moving unless the normal brake

system is unable to stop the vehicle.

172

Fusion/Mondeo (CC7), enUSA

Brakes