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Towing Trailer Lighting The electrical system on your vehicle is not suitable for towing trailers with LED lamps. TRAILER SWAY CONTROL If the trailer begins to sway, the stability control warning lamp flashes and a message appears in the information display. The system applies the brakes to the individual wheels and reduces engine torque to aid vehicle stability. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Check the vertical weight on the tow ball and trailer load distribution. See Capacities and Specifications (page 246). See Load Carrying (page 141). Note: This feature does not prevent trailer sway, but reduces it once it begins. Note: This feature cannot stop all trailers from swaying. Note: In some cases, if your vehicle speed is too high, the system may turn on multiple times, gradually reducing your vehicle speed. RECOMMENDED TOWING WEIGHTS Your vehicle may tow a trailer. The maximum loaded trailer weight must be less than or equal to the maximum loaded trailer weight listed for your vehicle configuration on the following chart. Note: Do not exceed the maximum loaded trailer weight for your vehicle configuration listed in the chart below. Note: Make sure you take the trailer frontal area into consideration, do not exceed 20 feet² (1.86 meters²). Towing a trailer that exceeds this frontal area will reduce the performance and fuel economy of your vehicle when towing. Select a trailer that has a rounded front and an aerodynamic design. Note: For high altitude operation, reduce the gross combined weight by 2% per 1000 feet (300 meters) starting at the 1000 foot (300 meter) elevation point. Note: Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Be sure to check state regulations for this specified weight. The maximum loaded trailer weights listed may be limited to this specified weight, as the vehicle's electrical system may not include the wiring connector needed to activate electric trailer brakes. 153 Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing

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
At a Glance	16
Front Exterior Overview	16
Rear Exterior Overview	17
Vehicle Interior Overview	18
Instrument Panel Overview	19
Child Safety	21
General Information	21
Installing Child Seats	22
Booster Seats	28
Child Seat Positioning	30
Child Safety Locks	32
Safety Belts	33
Principle of Operation	33
Fastening the Safety Belts	34
Safety Belt Height Adjustment	36
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime	37
Safety Belt Minder	37
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance	39
Personal Safety System™	40
Personal Safety System™	40
Supplementary Restraints System	41
Principle of Operation	41
Driver and Passenger Airbags	42
Front Passenger Sensing System	43
Side Airbags	46
Safety Canopy™	47
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator	48
Airbag Disposal	49
Keys and Remote Controls	50
General Information on Radio Frequencies	50
Remote Control	50
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control	51
MyKey™	52
Principle of Operation	52
Creating a MyKey	53
Clearing All MyKeys	54
Checking MyKey System Status	55
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems	56
MyKey Troubleshooting	56
Locks	57
Locking and Unlocking	57
Manual Liftgate	61
Security	62
Passive Anti-Theft System	62
Steering Wheel	64
Adjusting the Steering Wheel	64
Audio Control	64
Voice Control	65
Cruise Control	65
Information Display Control	66
Wipers and Washers	67
Windshield Wipers	67
Autowipers	67
Windshield Washers	68
Rear Window Wiper and Washers	68
Lighting	70
General Information	70
Lighting Control	70
Autolamps	71
Instrument Lighting Dimmer	72
Headlamp Exit Delay	72
Daytime Running Lamps	72
Front Fog Lamps	73
Cornering Lamps	73
Direction Indicators	74
Interior Lamps	74
Interior Lamps	75
Windows and Mirrors	76
Power Windows	76
Power Windows	76
Global Opening and Closing	78
Exterior Mirrors	79
Interior Mirror	80
Sun Shades	80
Instrument Cluster	82
Gauges	82
Warning Lamps and Indicators	83
Audible Warnings and Indicators	85
Information Displays	87
General Information	87
Clock	91
Trip Computer	91
Personalized Settings	91
Information Messages	92
Climate Control	98
Principle of Operation	98
Air Vents	98
Manual Climate Control	99
Automatic Climate Control	100
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate	102
Rear Passenger Climate Controls	104
Heated Windows and Mirrors	104
Cabin Air Filter	105
Seats	106
Sitting in the Correct Position	106
Head Restraints	106
Manual Seats	108
Power Seats	109
Rear Seats	110
Heated Seats	114
Rear Seat Armrest	115
Auxiliary Power Points	116
Auxiliary Power Points	116
Cigar Lighter	116
Storage Compartments	117
Cup Holders	117
Center Console	117
Overhead Console	117
Starting and Stopping the Engine	118
General Information	118
Ignition Switch	118
Steering Wheel Lock	118
Starting a Gasoline Engine	119
Switching Off the Engine	120
Engine Block Heater	120
Fuel and Refueling	122
Safety Precautions	122
Fuel Quality	123
Running Out of Fuel	123
Refueling	124
Fuel Consumption	126
Emission Control System	126
Transmission	129
Automatic Transmission	129
Brakes	132
General Information	132
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes	132
Parking Brake	132
Hill Start Assist	133
Traction Control	134
Principle of Operation	134
Using Traction Control	134
Stability Control	135
Principle of Operation	135
Using Stability Control	136
Parking Aids	137
Principle of Operation	137
Parking Aid	137
Rear View Camera	140
Cruise Control	142
Principle of Operation	142
Using Cruise Control	142
Driving Aids	143
Steering	143
Load Carrying	144
Luggage Anchor Points	144
Rear Under Floor Storage	144
Cargo Nets	145
Roof Racks and Load Carriers	146
Load Limit	147
Towing	155
Towing a Trailer	155
Trailer Sway Control	156
Recommended Towing Weights	156
Essential Towing Checks	158
Towing Points	160
Transporting the Vehicle	161
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels	162
Driving Hints	163
Breaking-In	163
Reduced Engine Performance	163
Economical Driving	163
Cold Weather Precautions	164
Driving Through Water	164
Floor Mats	164
Roadside Emergencies	166
Roadside Assistance	166
Hazard Warning Flashers	167
Fuel Shutoff	167
Jump Starting the Vehicle	167
Post-Crash Alert System	170
Customer Assistance	171
Getting the Services You Need	171
In California (U.S. Only)	172
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)	173
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)	173
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada	174
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature	175
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)	175
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)	176
Fuses	177
Fuse Box Locations	177
Fuse Specification Chart	178
Changing a Fuse	187
Maintenance	188
General Information	188
Opening and Closing the Hood	188
Under Hood Overview	190
Under Hood Overview	191
Engine Oil Dipstick	192
Engine Oil Dipstick	192
Engine Oil Check	192
Oil Change Indicator Reset	193
Engine Coolant Check	193
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check	195
Brake Fluid Check	195
Power Steering Fluid Check	195
Washer Fluid Check	195
Changing the 12V Battery	196
Checking the Wiper Blades	197
Changing the Wiper Blades	197
Adjusting the Headlamps	199
Changing a Bulb	200
Bulb Specification Chart	205
Changing the Engine Air Filter	207
Technical Specifications	208
Technical Specifications	210
Vehicle Care	214
Cleaning Products	214
Cleaning the Exterior	214
Waxing	215
Cleaning the Engine	215
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades	216
Cleaning the Interior	216
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens	216
Cleaning Leather Seats	217
Repairing Minor Paint Damage	218
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels	218
Vehicle Storage	218
Wheels and Tires	221
General Information	221
Tire Care	222
Using Winter Tires	237
Using Snow Chains	237
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	238
Changing a Road Wheel	242
Technical Specifications	247
Capacities and Specifications	249
Engine Specifications	249
Engine Specifications	249
Motorcraft Parts	250
Motorcraft Parts	251
Vehicle Identification Number	251
Vehicle Certification Label	252
Transmission Code Designation	253
Audio System	254
General Information	254
Audio Unit	255
Audio Unit	258
Audio Unit	259
Audio Unit	261
Digital Radio	263
Satellite Radio	265
Audio Input Jack	268
USB Port	268
Media Hub	268
Audio Troubleshooting	269
SYNC™	270
General Information	270
Using Voice Recognition	272
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone	274
SYNC™ Applications and Services	288
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player	295
SYNC™ Troubleshooting	305
MyFord Touch™	315
General Information	315
Settings	324
Entertainment	336
Phone	354
Information	361
Climate	371
Navigation	374
Accessories	383
Accessories	383
Appendices	385
End User License Agreement	385
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	400
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	400
Scheduled Maintenance	402
General Maintenance Information	402
Normal Scheduled Maintenance	405
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance	408

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Trailer Lighting

The electrical system on your

vehicle is not suitable for towing

trailers with LED lamps.

TRAILER SWAY CONTROL

If the trailer begins to sway, the stability

control warning lamp flashes and a

message appears in the information

display. The system applies the brakes to

the individual wheels and reduces engine

torque to aid vehicle stability.

Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to

do so. Check the vertical weight on the tow

ball and trailer load distribution. See

Capacities and Specifications

(page

246).

See

Load Carrying

(page 141).

Note:

This feature does not prevent trailer

sway, but reduces it once it begins.

Note:

This feature cannot stop all trailers

from swaying.

Note:

In some cases, if your vehicle speed

is too high, the system may turn on multiple

times, gradually reducing your vehicle speed.

RECOMMENDED TOWING

WEIGHTS

Your vehicle may tow a trailer. The

maximum loaded trailer weight

must be less than or equal to the

maximum loaded trailer weight

listed for your vehicle

configuration on the following

chart.

Note:

Do not exceed the maximum

loaded trailer weight for your

vehicle configuration listed in the

chart below.

Note:

Make sure you take the

trailer frontal area into

consideration, do not exceed 20

feet² (1.86 meters²). Towing a

trailer that exceeds this frontal area

will reduce the performance and

fuel economy of your vehicle when

towing. Select a trailer that has a

rounded front and an aerodynamic

design.

Note:

For high altitude operation,

reduce the gross combined weight

by 2% per 1000 feet (300 meters)

starting at the 1000 foot (300

meter) elevation point.

Note:

Certain states require

electric trailer brakes for trailers

over a specified weight. Be sure to

check state regulations for this

specified weight. The maximum

loaded trailer weights listed may

be limited to this specified weight,

as the vehicle’s electrical system

may not include the wiring

connector needed to activate

electric trailer brakes.

153

Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing

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