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Driving WARNING: Just prior to the system recognizing a blocked condition and alerting the driver, the number of missed objects will increase. To help avoid injuries, NEVER use the BLIS௡ as a replacement for using the side and rear view mirrors and looking over your shoulder before changing lanes. BLIS௡ is not a replacement for careful driving and only an assist. Once blockage is removed, the system will require some driving time and detection of at least two vehicle object prior to realizing it is unblocked, or the driver can cycle the ignition key. If blocked and the ignition key is cycled, the system resets to unblocked. If however blockage is still present after the key cycle, the system will sense again that it is blocked after driving in traffic. The following table lists possible causes and actions for this message being displayed: The surface of the left or right radar is dirty or obstructed in some way The surface of the left or right radar is not dirty or obstructed Clean the fascia area in front of the radar, either left or right side, or remove obstruction. Drive normally in traffic for a few minutes to allow the radar to detect that it is no longer blocked. Note: the vehicle must be in D (Drive) and a few vehicles must pass so that the BLIS௡ can clear a blocked state. No action required by the driver. The system will automatically go unblocked once the rainfall/snowfall rate decreases or stops. Do not use BLIS௡-CTA in heavy rainfall or heavy snowfall. Heavy rainfall or heavy snowfall is interfering with the radar signals Due to the nature of radar technology, it is possible to get a blockage warning and not be blocked. This is rare and known as a false blockage warning. A false blocked condition will either self clear or clear after a key cycle. Day and night brightness The BLIS௡-CTA alert will automatically dim when the headlamp switch is in the parking, on, or autolamp position and night time darkness has been detected by the sun sensor. 244 2012 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
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING	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	29
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	38
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	41
Navigation system (if equipped)	44
SYNC? (if equipped)	44
Climate Controls	45
Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped)	45
Operating tips	46
Dual automatic temperature control (if equipped)	48
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control (navigation based – if equipped)	50
Touchscreen functions	52
Voice commands in climate mode	53
Operating tips	53
Rear window defroster	54
Cabin air filter	55
Lights	56
Headlamp Control	56
Autolamp control (if equipped)	56
Autolamps - programmable exit delay	56
Fog lamp control (if equipped)	57
High beams	57
Flash-to-pass	58
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	58
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	58
Aiming the headlamps	59
Vertical aim adjustment	59
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	60
INTERIOR LAMPS	60
Dome lamps and map lamps	60
Ambient lighting (if equipped)	61
Bulb Replacement	61
Lamp assembly condensation	61
Using the right bulbs	62
Replacing interior bulbs	63
Replacing exterior bulbs	63
Replacing headlamp bulbs (2.5L/3.0L engines)	63
Replacing headlamp bulbs (3.5L engine)	67
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs (2.5L/3.0L engines)	68
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulb (3.5L engine)	69
Replacing front side marker bulbs	70
Replacing rear side marker lamp	71
Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/backup lamp bulbs	71
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulb	72
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs	72
Replacing fog lamp bulbs	73
Driver Controls	74
Multi-function lever	74
Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with autolamp)	75
Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel	75
Illuminated visor mirror (if equipped)	76
Overhead console	77
Storage compartment	77
Electronic compass (if equipped)	77
Compass zone adjustment	78
Compass calibration adjustment	78
Center Console	79
Instrument panel storage compartment	80
Auxiliary Power Point (12V DC)	80
Power Windows	81
One-touch up or down	81
Global open windows (if equipped)	81
Bounce-back	82
Security override	82
Window lock	82
Accessory delay	82
Interior mirror	83
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)	83
Exterior Mirrors	84
Power side view mirrors	84
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)	84
Blind spot mirrors (if equipped)	84
Speed control	84
Using speed controls	85
Setting speed control	85
Disengaging speed control	85
Resuming a set speed	86
Increasing speed while using speed control	86
Reducing speed while using speed control	86
Turning off speed control	86
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)	87
Radio control features	87
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)	88
Universal garage door opener (if equipped)	90
Car2U? Home Automation System (if equipped)	90
Types of garage door openers (rolling code and fixed code)	91
Rolling code programming	91
Fixed code programming	93
Erasing the Car2U? Home Automation System buttons	95
FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance	95
Positive Retention Floor Mat	96
Interior trunk control	97
Locks and Security	98
Keys	98
MyKey?	99
Power door locks	104
Smart locks	104
Autolock feature	104
Deactivating/activating autolock feature	105
Power door unlock/lock procedure	105
Keyless entry keypad procedure	106
Autounlock feature	106
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature	106
Power door unlock/lock procedure	107
Keyless entry keypad procedure	107
Childproof door locks	108
Interior luggage compartment release	109
Remote entry system	110
Unlocking the doors/two-stage unlock	111
Opening front windows and moon roof (if equipped)	111
Locking the doors	111
Car finder	111
Sounding a panic alarm	111
Opening the trunk	112
Replacing the battery	112
Replacing lost integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs)	112
How to reprogram your integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs)	113
Illuminated entry	113
Illuminated exit	113
Battery saver	113
SecuriCode™ keyless entry system (if equipped)	114
Programming a personal entry code	114
Erasing personal code	114
Anti-scan feature	115
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry	115
Securilock? passive anti-theft system	115
Anti-theft indicator	116
Automatic arming	116
Automatic disarming	117
Replacement of integrated keyhead transmitters (IKT) and coded keys	117
Programming spare keys	117
Perimeter alarm system	119
Arming the system	119
Disarming the system	120
Triggering the anti-theft system	120
Seating and Safety Restraints	121
Front seats	121
Adjustable head restraints	121
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)	123
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)	124
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)	124
Power recline (if equipped)	126
Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)	127
Heated seats (if equipped)	127
Rear seats	128
Second-row adjustable head restraints	128
Folding rear head restraints (if equipped)	131
Split-folding rear seatbacks	132
Seat-mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment	133
Personal Safety System™	133
How does the Personal Safety System work?	134
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints	134
Front crash severity sensor	134
Driver’s seat position sensor	135
Front passenger sensing system	135
Front safety belt usage sensors	136
Front safety belt pretensioners	136
Front safety belt energy management retractors	136
Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational	136
Safety Belt System	137
Combination lap and shoulder belts	138
Restraint of pregnant women	139
Safety belt locking modes	139
Energy management feature — front outboard	141
Safety belt pretensioner	141
Safety belt extension assembly	141
Safety belt height adjustment	142
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	142
Conditions of operation	142
Belt-Minder?	143
One-time disable	146
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder? feature	146
	148
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)	148
Important supplemental restraint system precautions	148
Children and airbags	150
How does the safety belt pretensioner and airbag supplemental restraint system work?	150
Front passenger sensing system	152
Determining if the system is operational	157
Seat-mounted side airbag system	157
How does the side airbag system work?	158
Determining if the system is operational	159
Side-curtain airbag system	160
How does the side air-curtain system work?	161
Determining if the system is operational	163
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™	163
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)	163
Safety restraints for children	164
Important child restraint precautions	164
Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children	166
Transporting children	168
Safety seats for children	169
Infant and/or toddler seats	169
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts	170
Installing child safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) attachments	173
Use of inboard lower anchors from the outboard seating positions (center seating use)	175
Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attaching child safety seats	175
Attaching tether straps	175
Child booster seats	178
When children should use booster seats	178
Types of booster seats	179
The importance of shoulder belts	180
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance	181
Tires, Wheels and Loading	182
Information about uniform tire quality grading	182
Treadwear	182
Traction AA A B C	182
Temperature A B C	183
Tires	183
Glossary of Tire Terminology	183
Inflating your tires	184
Tire care	186
Inspecting your tires and wheel valve stems	186
Tire wear	187
Damage	187
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	188
Tire Replacement Requirements	188
Safety Practices	189
Highway hazards	190
Tire and Wheel Alignment	190
Tire rotation	191
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall	191
Information on “P” type tires	192
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	195
Information on “T” type tires	196
Location of the tire label	196
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)	197
Changing Tires with a TPMS	198
Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)	198
When your temporary spare tire is installed	198
When you believe your system is not operating properly	199
When inflating your tires	200
How temperature affects your tire pressure	200
Snow tires and chains	201
Vehicle loading	202
Trailer towing	207
Recreational towing	208
Driving	210
Starting	210
Positions of the ignition	210
Starting your vehicle	210
Important safety precautions	211
Starting the engine	213
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes	213
Important Ventilating Information	213
Engine block heater (if equipped)	214
Brakes	215
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)	216
Using ABS	216
ABS warning lamp	216
Brake over accelerator	216
Parking brake	217
AdvanceTrac? stability enhancement system	217
Steering	221
Speed sensitive steering	223
Brake-shift interlock	223
Automatic transmission operation	225
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transmission equipped with a 2.5L I4 engine (if equipped)	225
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transmission equipped with a 3.0L or 3.5L V6 Duratec? engine (	228
Understanding your SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST) gearshift lever	229
Recommended shift speeds	231
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow	231
Manual transmission operation (if equipped)	231
Using the clutch	231
Recommended shift speeds	232
Reverse	232
Parking your vehicle	233
Removing the key	233
Reverse sensing system (if equipped)	234
Rearview camera system (if equipped)	236
Blind spot mirrors (if equipped)	238
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS?) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) (if equipped)	239
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system (if equipped)	245
Driving on slippery surfaces with AWD vehicles	245
Basic operating principles	245
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	246
If your vehicle gets stuck	246
Emergency maneuvers	247
AWD systems (if equipped)	247
Sand	247
Mud and water	248
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	249
Driving on snow and ice	249
Maintenance and modifications	250
Driving through water	251
Roadside Emergencies	252
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE	252
Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Getting roadside assistance	252
Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Using roadside assistance	253
Vehicles sold in Canada : Getting roadside assistance	253
Vehicles sold in Canada : Using roadside assistance	253
Hazard flasher control	253
Fuel pump shut-off switch (3.5L engine)	254
Fuel Pump Shut-off (2.5L and 3.0L engines)	254
Fuses and relays	255
Fuses	255
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	255
Passenger compartment fuse panel	256
Power distribution box	259
Changing the tires	262
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	263
Stopping and securing the vehicle	264
Removing the spare tire and jack	265
Tire change procedure	265
Stowing the wheel and jack	267
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications	268
Running out of fuel	269
Jump starting	269
Preparing your vehicle	269
Connecting the jumper cables	270
Jump starting	271
Removing the jumper cables	271
Wrecker towing	272
Emergency towing	273
Customer Assistance	274
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	274
Away from home	274
Additional assistance	275
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)	276
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)	277
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)	278
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	278
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	280
Obtaining a French Owner’s Guide	280
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)	281
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)	281
Cleaning	282
Washing the exterior	282
Waxing	283
Paint chips	283
Aluminum wheels and wheel covers	283
Engine	283
Plastic (non-painted) exterior parts	285
Windows and wiper blades	286
Instrument panel/Interior trim and cluster lens	286
Interior	287
Leather seats (if equipped)	288
Underbody	288
Ford and Lincoln car care products	289
Maintenance and Specifications	290
Service recommendations	290
Precautions when servicing your vehicle	290
Working with the engine off	290
Working with the engine on	291
Opening the hood	291
Identifying components in the engine compartment	292
Windshield washer fluid	295
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES	295
Engine oil	296
Checking the engine oil	296
Adding engine oil	299
Engine oil and filter recommendations	300
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil	300
Battery	301
Engine coolant	303
Checking engine coolant	303
Adding engine coolant	304
Recycled engine coolant	307
Coolant refill capacity	307
Severe climates	307
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (2.5L I4 and 3.5L V6 engines only)	308
How fail-safe cooling works	308
When fail-safe mode is activated	309
Fuel Filter	309
What you should know about automotive fuels	310
Important safety precautions	310
Refueling	312
Easy Fuel? “no cap” fuel system	313
Flex fuel vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet	314
Choosing the right fuel	314
Octane recommendations	314
FFV engine (if equipped)	314
Fuel quality	315
Cleaner air	315
Running out of fuel	316
Refilling with a portable fuel container	316
Essentials of good fuel economy	317
Measuring techniques	317
Filling the tank	317
Calculating fuel economy	318
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits	318
Habits	319
Maintenance	319
Conditions	319
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM	320
On-board diagnostics (OBD-II)	321
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing	322
Power steering fluid	323
Brake/clutch fluid	324
Transmission fluid	324
Checking 6-speed automatic transmission fluid (AWF21) (if equipped)	324
Checking automatic transmission fluid at normal operating temperature (140°F-158°F [60°C-70°C])	325
Checking automatic transmission fluid at cool temperature (59°F-77°F [15°C-25°C])	325
Low fluid level	326
High fluid level	326
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels	326
Checking automatic transmission fluid (6F35) (if equipped)	327
Low fluid level	327
Correct fluid level	327
High fluid level	328
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels	328
Checking transmission fluid level for recreational flat tow operation	328
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)	329
Air filter	329
Changing the air filter element	330
Vehicle storage	332
Motorcraft part numbers	334
Maintenance product specifications and capacities	335
Engine data	339
Engine drivebelt routing	339
Identifying your vehicle	340
Safety Compliance Certification Label	340
Vehicle identification number (VIN)	341
Transmission code designations	342
Accessories	343
Ford Custom Accessories for your vehicle	343
Exterior style	343
Interior style	343
Lifestyle	343
Peace of mind	344
Ford Extended Service Plan	345
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY)	345
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)	348
Scheduled Maintenance	349
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION	349
Why maintain your vehicle?	349
Protecting your investment	349
Oils, fluids and flushing	350
Genuine Ford parts and service	351
Convenience	351
Factory-trained technicians	351
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft? replacement parts	351
Value shopping for your vehicle’s maintenance needs	351
Owner Checks and Services	351
Multi-point inspection	353
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG	355
Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™	355
Maintenance schedule log	358
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS	361
Special operating condition log	363
EXCEPTIONS	365
ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD	366
Engine coolant change log	366

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WARNING:

Just prior to the system recognizing a blocked

condition and alerting the driver, the number of missed objects

will increase. To help avoid injuries, NEVER use the BLIS

as a

replacement for using the side and rear view mirrors and looking over

your shoulder before changing lanes. BLIS

is not a replacement for

careful driving and only an assist.

Once blockage is removed, the system will require some driving time and

detection of at least two vehicle object prior to realizing it is unblocked,

or the driver can cycle the ignition key. If blocked and the ignition key is

cycled, the system resets to unblocked. If however blockage is still

present after the key cycle, the system will sense again that it is blocked

after driving in traffic.

The following table lists possible causes and actions for this message

being displayed:

The surface of the left or

right radar is dirty or

obstructed in some way

Clean the fascia area in front of the

radar, either left or right side, or remove

obstruction.

The surface of the left or

right radar is not dirty or

obstructed

Drive normally in traffic for a few

minutes to allow the radar to detect that

it is no longer blocked.

Note:

the vehicle

must be in D (Drive) and a few vehicles

must pass so that the BLIS

can clear a

blocked state.

Heavy rainfall or heavy

snowfall is interfering with

the radar signals

No action required by the driver. The

system will automatically go unblocked

once the rainfall/snowfall rate decreases

or stops. Do not use BLIS

-CTA in heavy

rainfall or heavy snowfall.

Due to the nature of radar technology, it is possible to get a blockage

warning and not be blocked. This is rare and known as a false blockage

warning. A false blocked condition will either self clear or clear after a

key cycle.

Day and night brightness

The BLIS

-CTA alert will automatically dim when the headlamp switch is

in the parking, on, or autolamp position and night time darkness has

been detected by the sun sensor.

Driving

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2012 Fusion

(fsn)

Owners Guide, 3rd Printing

USA

(fus)