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Wheels and Tires When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly additional caution should be given to: • Towing a trailer. • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body. • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack. Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly and seek service as soon as possible. Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. Note: The jack and tools are located behind a cover in the sidewall at the left rear of the cargo area. Remove the retention straps and wing nut before removing the jack. 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers. 2. Move the transmission selector lever to position P and switch the ignition off. Tire Change Procedure WARNINGS When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the transmission selector lever is in position P. To help prevent your vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure to place the transmission selector lever in position P, set the parking brake and block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. Never get underneath a vehicle that is supported only by a jack. If your vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. Always use the jack provided as original equipment with your vehicle. If using a jack other than the one provided as original equipment with your vehicle, make sure the jack capacity is adequate for the vehicle weight, including any vehicle cargo or modifications. 3 4 5 6 E166367 3. Open the cap in the rear of the vehicle and insert the end of the lug wrench into the guide hole. 4. Turn the handle counterclockwise and lower the spare tire until it rests on the ground and the cable is slack. 229 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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When driving with the full-size dissimilar

spare wheel and tire assembly additional

caution should be given to:

•

Towing a trailer.

•

Driving vehicles equipped with a

camper body.

•

Driving vehicles with a load on the

cargo rack.

Drive cautiously when using a full-size

dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly

and seek service as soon as possible.

Tire Change Procedure

WARNINGS

When one of the front wheels is off

the ground, the transmission alone

will not prevent the vehicle from

moving or slipping off the jack, even if the

transmission selector lever is in position

To help prevent your vehicle from

moving when you change a tire, be

sure to place the transmission

selector lever in position

set the parking

brake and block (in both directions) the

wheel that is diagonally opposite (other

side and end of the vehicle) to the tire

being changed.

Never get underneath a vehicle that

is supported only by a jack. If your

vehicle slips off the jack, you or

someone else could be seriously injured.

Do not attempt to change a tire on

the side of the vehicle close to

moving traffic. Pull far enough off the

road to avoid the danger of being hit when

operating the jack or changing the wheel.

Always use the jack provided as

original equipment with your vehicle.

If using a jack other than the one

provided as original equipment with your

vehicle, make sure the jack capacity is

adequate for the vehicle weight, including

any vehicle cargo or modifications.

Note:

Passengers should not remain in the

vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.

Note:

The jack and tools are located behind

a cover in the sidewall at the left rear of the

cargo area. Remove the retention straps and

wing nut before removing the jack.

Park on a level surface, set the parking

brake and activate the hazard flashers.

Move the transmission selector lever

to position

and switch the ignition

off.

E166367

Open the cap in the rear of the vehicle

and insert the end of the lug wrench

into the guide hole.

Turn the handle counterclockwise and

lower the spare tire until it rests on the

ground and the cable is slack.

229

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

Wheels and Tires