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Towing • If your vehicle has AdvanceTrac with RSC and a heavily loaded trailer is on tow, the system may turn on while taking corners. This is normal. Taking corners at slower speeds can reduce this tendency. Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. Anticipate stops and brake gradually. Avoid parking on a grade. However, if you must park on a grade: • Turn the steering wheel to point your vehicle tires away from traffic flow. • Set the vehicle parking brake. • Place the transmission selector lever in position P. • Place wheel chocks in front and back of the trailer wheels. (Chocks not included with vehicle.) Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime the rear axle has been submerged in water. Water may have contaminated the rear axle lubricant, which is not normally checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or other axle repair is required. • TOWING POINTS WARNING The screw-in recovery hook has a left-hand thread. Turn it counterclockwise to install it. Make sure that the recovery hook is fully tightened. Failure to do so could result in the recovery hook becoming loose. Due to requirements in some countries, your vehicle may have a recovery hook. Recovery Hook Storage • Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft Note: Disconnect the trailer wiring connector before the trailer enters the water. Note: Reconnect the trailer wiring connector after the trailer is removed from the water. When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. • Do not allow waves to break higher than 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. Note: Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter your vehicle or its components, affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. The vehicle warranty may not cover component damage caused by water entry. E165020 If your vehicle has a recovery hook, it will be in the luggage compartment on the left-hand side. If your vehicle does not have a recovery hook, you can purchase one from an authorized dealer. 150 Tourneo Connect/Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America

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	23
Child Seat Positioning	25
Child Safety Locks	27
Safety Belts	28
Principle of Operation	28
Fastening the Safety Belts	29
Safety Belt Height Adjustment	31
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime	32
Safety Belt Minder	32
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance	34
Personal Safety System™	35
Personal Safety System™	35
Supplementary Restraints System	36
Principle of Operation	36
Driver and Passenger Airbags	37
Front Passenger Sensing System	38
Side Airbags	40
Safety Canopy™	41
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator	43
Airbag Disposal	44
Keys and Remote Controls	45
General Information on Radio Frequencies	45
Remote Control	45
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control	46
MyKey™	47
Principle of Operation	47
Creating a MyKey	47
Clearing All MyKeys	48
Checking MyKey System Status	48
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems	49
MyKey Troubleshooting	49
Locks	50
Locking and Unlocking	50
Manual Liftgate	53
Security	55
Passive Anti-Theft System	55
Anti-Theft Alarm	56
Steering Wheel	57
Adjusting the Steering Wheel	57
Audio Control	57
Voice Control	58
Cruise Control	58
Information Display Control	59
Wipers and Washers	60
Windshield Wipers	60
Autowipers	60
Windshield Washers	61
Rear Window Wiper and Washers	62
Lighting	63
General Information	63
Lighting Control	63
Autolamps	64
Instrument Lighting Dimmer	65
Headlamp Exit Delay	65
Daytime Running Lamps	65
Front Fog Lamps	66
Cornering Lamps	66
Direction Indicators	67
Interior Lamps	67
Interior Lamps	68
Windows and Mirrors	69
Power Windows	69
Power Windows	69
Global Opening and Closing	71
Exterior Mirrors	71
Interior Mirror	72
Sun Shades	72
Instrument Cluster	74
Gauges	74
Warning Lamps and Indicators	75
Audible Warnings and Indicators	77
Information Displays	79
General Information	79
Clock	83
Trip Computer	83
Personalized Settings	83
Information Messages	84
Climate Control	90
Principle of Operation	90
Air Vents	90
Manual Climate Control	91
Automatic Climate Control	93
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate	94
Rear Passenger Climate Controls	96
Heated Windows and Mirrors	96
Cabin Air Filter	97
Seats	99
Sitting in the Correct Position	99
Head Restraints	99
Manual Seats	101
Power Seats	102
Rear Seats	103
Heated Seats	107
Rear Seat Armrest	108
Auxiliary Power Points	109
Auxiliary Power Points	109
Cigar Lighter	109
Storage Compartments	110
Cup Holders	110
Center Console	110
Overhead Console	110
Starting and Stopping the Engine	111
General Information	111
Ignition Switch	111
Starting a Gasoline Engine	112
Switching Off the Engine	112
Engine Block Heater	113
Fuel and Refueling	114
Safety Precautions	114
Fuel Quality	115
Running Out of Fuel	115
Refueling	116
Fuel Consumption	118
Emission Control System	118
Transmission	121
Automatic Transmission	121
Brakes	124
General Information	124
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes	124
Parking Brake	125
Hill Start Assist	125
Traction Control	127
Principle of Operation	127
Using Traction Control	127
Stability Control	128
Principle of Operation	128
Using Stability Control	129
Parking Aids	130
Principle of Operation	130
Parking Aid	130
Rear View Camera	132
Cruise Control	135
Principle of Operation	135
Using Cruise Control	135
Driving Aids	136
Steering	136
Load Carrying	137
Luggage Anchor Points	137
Rear Under Floor Storage	137
Cargo Nets	138
Roof Racks and Load Carriers	139
Load Limit	140
Towing	148
Towing a Trailer	148
Trailer Sway Control	149
Recommended Towing Weights	149
Essential Towing Checks	151
Towing Points	153
Transporting the Vehicle	154
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels	155
Driving Hints	156
Breaking-In	156
Reduced Engine Performance	156
Economical Driving	156
Cold Weather Precautions	157
Driving Through Water	157
Floor Mats	157
Roadside Emergencies	159
Roadside Assistance	159
Hazard Warning Flashers	160
Fuel Shutoff	160
Jump-Starting the Vehicle	160
Post-Crash Alert System	161
Customer Assistance	162
Getting the Services You Need	162
In California (U.S. Only)	163
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)	164
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)	164
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada	165
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature	166
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)	166
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)	167
Fuses	168
Fuse Box Locations	168
Fuse Specification Chart	169
Changing a Fuse	178
Maintenance	179
General Information	179
Opening and Closing the Hood	179
Under Hood Overview	181
Under Hood Overview	182
Engine Oil Dipstick	183
Engine Oil Dipstick	183
Engine Oil Check	183
Engine Coolant Check	184
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check	186
Brake Fluid Check	186
Power Steering Fluid Check	186
Washer Fluid Check	187
Changing the 12V Battery	187
Checking the Wiper Blades	188
Changing the Wiper Blades	189
Adjusting the Headlamps	190
Changing a Bulb	191
Bulb Specification Chart	196
Changing the Engine Air Filter	198
Technical Specifications	199
Vehicle Care	202
Cleaning Products	202
Cleaning the Exterior	202
Waxing	203
Cleaning the Engine	203
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades	204
Cleaning the Interior	204
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens	204
Cleaning Leather Seats	205
Repairing Minor Paint Damage	206
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels	206
Vehicle Storage	206
Wheels and Tires	209
General Information	209
Tire Care	210
Using Winter Tires	225
Using Snow Chains	225
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	226
Changing a Road Wheel	230
Technical Specifications	235
Capacities and Specifications	236
Engine Specifications	236
Engine Specifications	236
Motorcraft Parts	237
Motorcraft Parts	239
Vehicle Identification Number	240
Vehicle Certification Label	240
Transmission Code Designation	241
Audio System	242
General Information	242
Audio unit	243
Audio unit	244
Audio unit	246
Audio unit	248
Digital Radio	251
Satellite Radio	253
Audio Input Jack	256
USB Port	256
Media Hub	256
Audio Troubleshooting	257
SYNC™	258
General Information	258
Using Voice Recognition	260
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone	262
SYNC™ Applications and Services	274
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player	281
SYNC™ Troubleshooting	289
MyFord Touch™	295
General Information	295
Settings	303
Entertainment	313
Phone	331
Information	337
Navigation	346
Accessories	355
Accessories	355
Appendices	357
End User License Agreement	357
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)	372
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)	372
Scheduled Maintenance	375
General Maintenance Information	375
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance	378
Normal Scheduled Maintenance	381

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•

If your vehicle has AdvanceTrac with

RSC and a heavily loaded trailer is on

tow, the system may turn on while

taking corners. This is normal. Taking

corners at slower speeds can reduce

this tendency.

•

Allow more distance for stopping with

a trailer attached. Anticipate stops and

brake gradually.

•

Avoid parking on a grade. However, if

you must park on a grade:

•

Turn the steering wheel to point

your vehicle tires away from traffic

flow.

•

Set the vehicle parking brake.

•

Place the transmission selector

lever in position

•

Place wheel chocks in front and

back of the trailer wheels. (Chocks

not included with vehicle.)

Launching or Retrieving a Boat or

Personal Watercraft

Note:

Disconnect the trailer wiring

connector before the trailer enters the

water.

Note:

Reconnect the trailer wiring

connector after the trailer is removed from

the water.

When backing down a ramp during boat

launching or retrieval:

•

Do not allow the static water level to

rise above the bottom edge of the rear

bumper.

•

Do not allow waves to break higher

than 6 inches (15 centimeters) above

the bottom edge of the rear bumper.

Note:

Exceeding these limits may allow

water to enter your vehicle or its

components, affecting driveability,

emissions and reliability. The vehicle

warranty may not cover component damage

caused by water entry.

Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime

the rear axle has been submerged in water.

Water may have contaminated the rear

axle lubricant, which is not normally

checked or changed unless a leak is

suspected or other axle repair is required.

TOWING POINTS

WARNING

The screw-in recovery hook has a

left-hand thread. Turn it

counterclockwise to install it. Make

sure that the recovery hook is fully

tightened. Failure to do so could result in

the recovery hook becoming loose.

Due to requirements in some countries,

your vehicle may have a recovery hook.

Recovery Hook Storage

E165020

If your vehicle has a recovery hook, it will

be in the luggage compartment on the

left-hand side.

If your vehicle does not have a recovery

hook, you can purchase one from an

authorized dealer.

150

Tourneo Connect/Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America

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