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Driving ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a full-time all-wheel drive (AWD) system. The AWD system is an active system, meaning it not only responds to wheel slip between the front and rear axles but also has the ability to anticipate wheel slip and transfer torque to the rear wheels before slip occurs. The AWD system is active all the time and requires no input from the operator. All components of the AWD system are sealed for life and require no maintenance. Note: When an AWD system fault is present, the warning CHECK AWD will display in the message center. The AWD system is not functioning correctly and defaulted to front wheel drive. When this warning is displayed, have your vehicle serviced at an authorized dealer. If your vehicle is equipped with AWD, a spare tire of a different size other than the tire provided should never be used. A dissimilar spare tire size (other than the spare tire provided) or major dissimilar tire sizes between the front and rear axles could cause the AWD system to stop functioning and default to front wheel drive. Note: Your AWD vehicle is not intended for off-road use. The AWD feature gives your vehicle some limited off-road capabilities in which driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwise similar to normal on-road driving conditions. Operating your vehicle under other than those conditions could subject the vehicle to excessive stress which might result in damage which is not covered under your warranty. Driving on slippery surfaces with AWD vehicles AWD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud and rough roads and have operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the highway. When driving at slow speeds off-highway under high outside temperatures, use a low gear or (L) when possible. L (Low) gear operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability. Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on and off to protect overheating of the engine. Basic operating principles • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 242 2011 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

Section	Page
Table of Contents	1
Introduction	4
Congratulations	4
Safety and Environment Protection	4
Warning symbols in this guide	4
Warning symbols on your vehicle	5
Protecting the environment	5
Perchlorate material	5
Breaking-in your vehicle	5
Special Notices	6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty	6
Special instructions	6
Data Recording	6
Service Data Recording	6
Event Data Recording	7
Cell phone use	8
Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specific information	9
Instrument Cluster	12
Warning lights and chimes	12
Gauges	17
Message center	18
Info (information menu)	19
System check and vehicle feature customization	21
System warnings	23
Entertainment Systems	28
Audio systems	28
AM/FM/single CD MP3 satellite compatible sound system	28
Setting the clock	28
AM/FM Radio	28
RDS (Radio Data System) Radio	29
CD/MP3 Player	30
Satellite Radio (if equipped)	31
Sound Adjustments	34
Extra Features	35
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)	35
USB port (if equipped)	37
General audio information	37
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	40
Navigation system (if equipped)	43
SYNC (if equipped)	43
Climate Controls	44
Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped)	44
Operating tips	45
Dual automatic temperature control (if equipped)	46
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control (navigation based – if equipped)	49
Touchscreen functions	51
Voice commands in climate mode	52
Operating tips	52
Rear window defroster	53
Lights	54
Headlamp Control	54
Autolamp control (if equipped)	54
Autolamps - programmable exit delay	54
Fog lamp control (if equipped)	55
High beams	55
Flash-to-pass	56
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	56
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	56
Aiming the headlamps	57
Vertical aim adjustment	57
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	58
Interior Lamps	58
Dome lamps and map lamps	58
Ambient lighting (if equipped)	59
Bulb Replacement	59
Lamp assembly condensation	59
Using the right bulbs	60
Replacing interior bulbs	61
Replacing exterior bulbs	61
Replacing headlamp bulbs (2.5L/3.0L engines)	61
Replacing headlamp bulbs (3.5L engine)	65
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs (2.5L/3.0L engines)	66
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulb (3.5L engine)	67
Replacing front side marker bulbs	68
Replacing rear side marker lamp	69
Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/backup lamp bulbs	69
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulb	70
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs	70
Replacing fog lamp bulbs	71
Driver Controls	72
Multi-function lever	72
Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with autolamp)	73
Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel	73
Illuminated visor mirror (if equipped)	74
Overhead console	75
Storage compartment	75
Electronic compass (if equipped)	75
Compass zone adjustment	76
Compass calibration adjustment	76
Center Console	77
Instrument panel storage compartment	78
Auxiliary Power Point (12V DC)	78
Power Windows	79
One-touch up or down	79
Global open windows (if equipped)	79
Bounce-back	80
Security override	80
Window lock	80
Accessory delay	80
Interior mirror	81
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)	81
Exterior Mirrors	82
Power side view mirrors	82
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)	82
Blind spot mirrors (if equipped)	82
Speed control	82
Using speed controls	83
Setting speed control	83
Disengaging speed control	84
Resuming a set speed	84
Increasing speed while using speed control	84
Reducing speed while using speed control	84
Turning off speed control	84
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)	85
Radio control features	85
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)	86
Universal garage door opener (if equipped)	88
Car2U Home Automation System (if equipped)	88
Types of garage door openers (rolling code and fixed code)	89
Rolling code programming	89
Fixed code programming	91
Erasing the Car2U Home Automation System buttons	93
FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance	93
Positive Retention Floor Mat	94
Interior trunk control	94
Locks and Security	95
Keys	95
MyKey	96
Power door locks	101
Smart locks	101
Autolock feature	101
Deactivating/activating autolock feature	102
Keyless entry keypad procedure	102
Autounlock feature	103
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature	103
Keyless entry keypad procedure	104
Childproof door locks	105
Interior luggage compartment release	105
Remote entry system	107
Unlocking the doors/two-stage unlock	107
Opening front windows and moon roof (if equipped)	108
Locking the doors	108
Car finder	108
Sounding a panic alarm	108
Opening the trunk	109
Replacing the battery	109
Replacing lost integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs)	109
How to reprogram your integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs)	110
Illuminated entry	110
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry	110
Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry	110
Illuminated exit	111
Battery saver	111
SecuriCode™ keyless entry system (if equipped)	112
Programming a personal entry code	112
Erasing personal code	112
Anti-scan feature	113
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry	113
Securilock passive anti-theft system	113
Anti-theft indicator	114
Automatic arming	114
Automatic disarming	114
Replacement of integrated keyhead transmitters (IKT) and coded keys	115
Programming spare keys	115
Perimeter alarm system	117
Arming the system	117
Disarming the system	118
Triggering the anti-theft system	118
Seating and Safety Restraints	119
Front seats	119
Adjustable head restraints	119
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)	121
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)	122
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)	122
Power recline (if equipped)	124
Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)	124
Heated seats (if equipped)	125
Rear seats	126
Second-row adjustable head restraints	126
Split-folding rear seatbacks	129
Seat-mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment	131
Safety restraints	131
Personal Safety System™	131
How does the Personal Safety System work?	132
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints	132
Front crash severity sensor	132
Driver’s seat position sensor	132
Front passenger sensing system	132
Front safety belt usage sensors	133
Front safety belt pretensioners	133
Front safety belt energy management retractors	134
Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational	134
Safety restraints precautions	134
Combination lap and shoulder belts	136
Restraint of pregnant women	136
Safety belt locking modes	137
Energy management feature — front outboard	138
Safety belt pretensioner	139
Safety belt extension assembly	139
Safety belt height adjustment	140
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	140
Conditions of operation	140
Belt-Minder	141
One-time disable	144
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature	144
	146
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)	146
Important supplemental restraint system precautions	146
Children and airbags	148
How does the safety belt pretensioner and airbag supplemental restraint system work?	148
Front passenger sensing system	150
Determining if the system is operational	154
Seat-mounted side airbag system	155
How does the side airbag system work?	156
Determining if the system is operational	157
Side-curtain airbag system	158
How does the side air-curtain system work?	159
Determining if the system is operational	161
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™	161
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)	161
Safety restraints for children	162
Important child restraint precautions	162
Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children	164
Transporting children	165
Safety seats for children	166
Infant and/or toddler seats	166
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts	166
Attaching child safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) attachments	170
Use of inboard lower anchors from the outboard seating positions (center seating use)	172
Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attaching child safety seats	172
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps	172
Child booster seats	175
When children should use booster seats	175
Types of booster seats	176
The importance of shoulder belts	178
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance	178
Tires, Wheels and Loading	180
Information about uniform tire quality grading	180
Treadwear	180
Traction AA A B C	180
Temperature A B C	181
Tires	181
Glossary of tire terminology	181
Inflating your tires	182
Tire care	184
Inspecting your tires and wheel valve stems	184
Tire wear	185
Damage	185
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	186
Tire replacement requirements	186
Safety practices	187
Highway hazards	188
Tire and wheel alignment	188
Tire rotation	189
Information contained on the tire sidewall	189
Information on “P” type tires	190
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	193
Information on “T” type tires	194
Location of the tire label	194
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)	195
Changing tires with a TPMS	196
Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)	197
When your temporary spare tire is installed	197
When you believe your system is not operating properly	198
When inflating your tires	199
How temperature affects your tire pressure	199
Snow tires and chains	200
Vehicle loading	201
Trailer towing	206
Recreational towing	206
Driving	209
Starting	209
Positions of the ignition	209
Starting your vehicle	209
Important safety precautions	210
Starting the engine	212
Guarding against exhaust fumes	212
Important ventilating information	212
Engine block heater (if equipped)	212
Brakes	214
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)	214
Using ABS	215
ABS warning lamp	215
Parking brake	215
AdvanceTrac stability enhancement system	216
Steering	219
Speed sensitive steering	221
Brake-shift interlock	221
Automatic transmission operation	223
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transmission equipped with a 2.5L I4 engine (if equipped)	223
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transmission equipped with a 3.0L or 3.5L V6 Duratec engine (if equipped)	225
Understanding your SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST) gearshift lever	227
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow	228
Manual transmission operation (if equipped)	229
Using the clutch	229
Recommended shift speeds	229
Reverse	230
Parking your vehicle	230
Removing the key	231
Reverse sensing system (if equipped)	231
Rearview camera system (if equipped)	233
Blind spot mirrors (if equipped)	235
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) (if equipped)	236
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system (if equipped)	242
Driving on slippery surfaces with AWD vehicles	242
Basic operating principles	242
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	243
If your vehicle gets stuck	243
Emergency maneuvers	244
AWD systems (if equipped)	244
Sand	244
Mud and water	244
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	245
Driving on snow and ice	246
Maintenance and modifications	247
Driving through water	248
Roadside Emergencies	249
Roadside Assistance	249
Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Getting roadside assistance	249
Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Using roadside assistance	249
Vehicles sold in Canada : Getting roadside assistance	250
Vehicles sold in Canada : Using roadside assistance	250
Hazard flasher control	250
Fuel pump shut-off switch (3.5L engine)	250
Fuel Pump Shut-off (2.5L and 3.0L engines)	251
Fuses and relays	252
Fuses	252
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	252
Passenger compartment fuse panel	252
Power distribution box	255
Changing the tires	258
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	259
Stopping and securing the vehicle	261
Removing the spare tire and jack	261
Tire change procedure	262
Stowing the wheel and jack	264
Wheel lug nut torque specifications	264
Running out of fuel	265
Jump starting	266
Preparing your vehicle	266
Connecting the jumper cables	266
Jump starting	267
Removing the jumper cables	268
Wrecker towing	269
Emergency towing	270
Customer Assistance	271
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	271
Away from home	271
Additional assistance	272
In California (U.S. only)	273
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. only)	274
Utilizing The Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada only)	275
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	275
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	277
Obtaining a French Owner’s Guide	277
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)	278
Reporting safety defects (Canada only)	278
Cleaning	279
Washing the exterior	279
Waxing	280
Paint chips	280
Aluminum wheels and wheel covers	280
Engine	281
Plastic (non-painted) exterior parts	282
Windows and wiper blades	283
Instrument panel/Interior trim and cluster lens	283
Interior	284
Leather seats (if equipped, except for the King Ranch edition)	285
Leather seats for the King Ranch edition only (if equipped)	285
Underbody	286
Ford and Lincoln car care products	287
Maintenance and Specifications	288
Service recommendations	288
Precautions when servicing your vehicle	288
Working with the engine off	288
Working with the engine on	288
Opening the hood	289
Identifying components in the engine compartment	290
Windshield washer fluid	293
Changing the wiper blades	293
Engine oil	294
Checking the engine oil	294
Adding engine oil	297
Engine oil and filter recommendations	298
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil	298
Battery	299
Engine coolant	301
Checking engine coolant	301
Adding engine coolant	302
Recycled engine coolant	305
Coolant refill capacity	305
Severe climates	305
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (2.5L I4 and 3.5L V6 engines only)	306
How fail-safe cooling works	306
When fail-safe mode is activated	306
Fuel Filter	307
What you should know about automotive fuels	307
Important safety precautions	307
Refueling	310
Easy Fuel “no cap” fuel system	310
Flex fuel vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet	311
Choosing the right fuel	311
Octane recommendations	312
FFV engine (if equipped)	312
Fuel quality	312
Cleaner air	313
Running out of fuel	313
Refilling with a portable fuel container	314
Essentials of good fuel economy	315
Measuring techniques	315
Filling the tank	315
Calculating fuel economy	315
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits	316
Habits	316
Maintenance	317
Conditions	317
Emission control system	318
On-board diagnostics (OBD-II)	319
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing	320
Power steering fluid	321
Brake/clutch fluid	322
Transmission fluid	322
Checking 6-speed automatic transmission fluid (AWF21) (if equipped)	322
Checking automatic transmission fluid at normal operating temperature (140°F-158°F [60°C-70°C])	323
Checking automatic transmission fluid at cool temperature (59°F-77°F [15°C-25°C])	323
Low fluid level	324
High fluid level	324
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels	324
Checking automatic transmission fluid (6F35) (if equipped)	325
Low fluid level	325
Correct fluid level	325
High fluid level	326
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels	326
Checking transmission fluid level for recreational flat tow operation	326
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)	327
Air filter	327
Changing the air filter element	328
Vehicle storage	330
Motorcraft part numbers	333
Maintenance product specifications and capacities	334
Engine data	338
Engine drivebelt routing	338
Identifying your vehicle	339
Safety Compliance Certification Label	339
Vehicle identification number (VIN)	340
Transmission code designations	341
Accessories	342
Ford Custom Accessories for your vehicle	342
Exterior style	342
Interior style	342
Lifestyle	342
Peace of mind	343
Ford Extended Service Plan	344
Ford ESP Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only)	344
Ford ESP Extended Service Plans (Canada Only)	347
Scheduled Maintenance	348
General maintenance information	348
Why maintain your vehicle?	348
Protecting your investment	348
Oils, fluids and flushing	349
Genuine Ford parts and service	349
Convenience	350
Factory-trained technicians	350
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement parts	350
Value shopping for your vehicle’s maintenance needs	350
Owner checks and services	350
Multi-point inspection	352
Normal scheduled maintenance and log	354
Maintenance schedule log	357
Special operating conditions	360
Special operating condition log	363
Exceptions	365
Engine coolant change record	367
Engine coolant change log	367

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ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a full-time all-wheel drive (AWD)

system. The AWD system is an active system, meaning it not only

responds to wheel slip between the front and rear axles but also has the

ability to anticipate wheel slip and transfer torque to the rear wheels

before slip occurs. The AWD system is active all the time and requires no

input from the operator.

All components of the AWD system are sealed for life and require no

maintenance.

Note:

When an AWD system fault is present, the warning CHECK AWD

will display in the message center. The AWD system is not functioning

correctly and defaulted to front wheel drive. When this warning is

displayed, have your vehicle serviced at an authorized dealer.

If your vehicle is equipped with AWD, a spare tire of a different size

other than the tire provided should never be used. A dissimilar spare tire

size (other than the spare tire provided) or major dissimilar tire sizes

between the front and rear axles could cause the AWD system to stop

functioning and default to front wheel drive.

Note:

Your AWD vehicle is not intended for off-road use. The AWD

feature gives your vehicle some limited off-road capabilities in which

driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwise

similar to normal on-road driving conditions. Operating your vehicle

under other than those conditions could subject the vehicle to excessive

stress which might result in damage which is not covered under your

warranty.

Driving on slippery surfaces with AWD vehicles

AWD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud and

rough roads and have operating characteristics that are somewhat

different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the highway.

When driving at slow speeds off-highway under high outside

temperatures, use a low gear or (L) when possible. L (Low) gear

operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability.

Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on and off to

protect overheating of the engine.

Basic operating principles

•

Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering

characteristics of your vehicle.

•

Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by

loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice.

Driving

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2011 Fusion

(fsn)

Owners Guide, 3rd Printing

USA

(fus)