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Wheels and Tires USING SNOW CHAINS WARNING Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Additionally, the use of non-recommended tires and wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer case or power transfer unit failure. The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow tires or snow chains. If you choose to install snow tires on your vehicle, they must be the same size, construction, and load range as the original tires listed on the tire inflation pressure label (located on the edge of driver door or the B-Pillar) and they must be installed on all four wheels. Mixing tires of different size or construction on your vehicle can adversely affect your vehicle's handling and braking, and may lead to loss of vehicle control. If you use snow chains, we recommended that steel wheels of the same size and specifications are used, snow chains may damage aluminum wheels. Follow these guidelines when using snow chains: • Avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Only certain snow chains or cables have been approved by Ford as safe for use on vehicles with either 235/65 R16C or 195/75 R16C tires. • Snow chains or cables must be mounted in pairs on the rear tires only. • Install snow chains securely, make sure they do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. S class or 15mm or less in dimension as measured on the sidewall of the tire. Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) or the maximum speed recommended by the chain manufacturer, whichever is less. Purchase snow chains or cables from a manufacturer that clearly labels the body to tire dimension restrictions. Remove the cables when they are no longer needed. Do not use snow chains on dry roads. If you have any questions regarding snow chains or cables, see an authorized dealer. • • • • • • TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (If Equipped) WARNING The tire pressure monitoring system is not a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using a tire gauge, see Inflating your tires in this chapter. Failure to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire failure, loss of control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 251 Transit (TTH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 03/2014, Third Printing

Section	Page
Copyright ©	2
Introduction	10
About This Manual	10
Symbols Glossary	10
Data Recording	12
California Proposition 65	13
Perchlorate	13
Ford Credit	13
Replacement Parts Recommendation	13
Special Notices	14
Mobile Communications Equipment	14
Export Unique Options	14
Child Safety	16
General Information	16
Installing Child Seats	17
Booster Seats	25
Child Seat Positioning	27
Child Safety Locks	28
Safety Belts	29
Principle of Operation	29
Fastening the Safety Belts	30
Safety Belt Height Adjustment	32
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime	32
Safety Belt Minder	33
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance	34
Supplementary Restraints System	35
Principle of Operation	35
Driver and Passenger Airbags	36
Side Airbags	42
Safety Canopy™	43
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator	44
Airbag Disposal	45
Keys and Remote Controls	46
Principle of Operation	46
General Information on Radio Frequencies	46
Remote Control	46
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control	48
MyKey™	49
Principle of Operation	49
Creating a MyKey	50
Clearing All MyKeys	51
Checking MyKey System Status	52
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems	53
MyKey Troubleshooting	54
Locks	56
Locking and Unlocking	56
Security	61
Passive Anti-Theft System	61
Anti-Theft Alarm	62
Steering Wheel	63
Adjusting the Steering Wheel	63
Audio Control	63
Audio Control	64
Voice Control	64
Voice Control	64
Cruise Control	65
Information Display Control	65
Wipers and Washers	66
Windshield Wipers	66
Autowipers	66
Windshield Washers	67
Lighting	68
General Information	68
Lighting Control	68
Autolamps	69
Instrument Lighting Dimmer	70
Daytime Running Lamps	70
Direction Indicators	71
Interior Lamps	71
Windows and Mirrors	72
Power Windows	72
Exterior Mirrors	73
Interior Mirror	73
Rear Quarter Windows	74
Instrument Cluster	75
Gauges	75
Warning Lamps and Indicators	77
Audible Warnings and Indicators	79
Information Displays	81
General Information	81
Trip Computer	84
Personalized Settings	85
Information Messages	86
Climate Control	91
Principle of Operation	91
Air Vents	91
Manual Climate Control	92
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate	93
Rear Passenger Climate Controls	94
Heated Windows and Mirrors	95
Seats	96
Sitting in the Correct Position	96
Head Restraints	96
Manual Seats	97
Power Seats	99
Rear Seats	100
Auxiliary Power Points	104
Auxiliary Power Points	104
Cigar Lighter	105
Storage Compartments	106
Cup Holders	106
Overhead Console	106
Bottle Holder	106
Starting and Stopping the Engine	107
General Information	107
Ignition Switch	107
Starting a Gasoline Engine	107
Starting a Diesel Engine	108
Diesel Particulate Filter	109
Switching Off the Engine	110
Engine Block Heater	110
Fuel and Refueling	112
Safety Precautions	112
Fuel Quality	113
Fuel Quality	114
Fuel Filler Funnel Location	116
Running Out of Fuel	116
Catalytic Converter	117
Selective Catalytic Reduction System	118
Refueling	121
Fuel Consumption	123
Emission Control System	125
Transmission	135
Automatic Transmission	135
Brakes	139
General Information	139
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes	139
Parking Brake	140
Traction Control	141
Principle of Operation	141
Using Traction Control	141
Stability Control	143
Principle of Operation	143
Using Stability Control	144
Parking Aids	145
Principle of Operation	145
Parking Aid	145
Rear View Camera	146
Cruise Control	149
Principle of Operation	149
Using Cruise Control	149
Driving Aids	151
Speed Limiter	151
Driver Alert	151
Lane Keeping System	152
Load Carrying	155
Load Retaining Fixtures	155
Load Limit	155
Towing	163
Towing a Trailer	163
Trailer Sway Control	164
Recommended Towing Weights	164
Essential Towing Checks	166
Transporting the Vehicle	172
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels	173
Driving Hints	175
Breaking-In	175
Reduced Engine Performance	175
Economical Driving	175
Cold Weather Precautions	176
Driving Through Water	176
Floor Mats	176
Roadside Emergencies	178
Roadside Assistance	178
Hazard Warning Flashers	179
Fuel Shutoff	179
Jump Starting the Vehicle	180
Post-Crash Alert System	182
Customer Assistance	183
Getting the Services You Need	183
In California (U.S. Only)	184
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)	185
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)	185
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada	186
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature	187
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)	187
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)	188
Fuses	189
Fuse Box Locations	189
Fuse Specification Chart	190
Changing a Fuse	201
Maintenance	203
General Information	203
Opening and Closing the Hood	203
Under Hood Overview	204
Under Hood Overview	205
Under Hood Overview	206
Engine Oil Dipstick	207
Engine Oil Dipstick	207
Engine Oil Dipstick	207
Engine Oil Check	207
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter	208
Oil Change Indicator Reset	209
Engine Coolant Check	209
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check	212
Brake Fluid Check	213
Power Steering Fluid Check	213
Washer Fluid Check	213
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap	213
Fuel Filter	215
Changing the 12V Battery	216
Checking the Wiper Blades	218
Changing the Wiper Blades	218
Adjusting the Headlamps	218
Removing a Headlamp	219
Changing a Bulb	220
Bulb Specification Chart	224
Changing the Engine Air Filter	226
Changing the Engine Air Filter	227
Changing the Engine Air Filter	228
Vehicle Care	230
Cleaning Products	230
Cleaning the Exterior	230
Waxing	231
Cleaning the Engine	231
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades	232
Cleaning the Interior	232
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens	232
Repairing Minor Paint Damage	233
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels	233
Vehicle Storage	234
Wheels and Tires	236
General Information	236
Tire Care	237
Using Winter Tires	253
Using Snow Chains	254
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	254
Changing a Road Wheel	259
Lug Nuts	267
Capacities and Specifications	268
Engine Specifications	268
Engine Specifications	268
Engine Specifications	269
Motorcraft Parts	270
Motorcraft Parts	271
Motorcraft Parts	272
Vehicle Identification Number	273
Vehicle Certification Label	273
Transmission Code Designation	274
Capacities and Specifications	274
Capacities and Specifications	277
Capacities and Specifications	281
Audio System	285
General Information	285
Audio Unit	286
Audio Unit	289
Audio Unit	291
Audio Unit	293
Digital Radio	295
Satellite Radio	297
Audio Input Jack	300
USB Port	300
Media Hub	301
Audio Troubleshooting	302
SYNC™	303
General Information	303
Using Voice Recognition	305
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone	307
SYNC™ Applications and Services	321
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player	332
SYNC™ Troubleshooting	342
MyFord Touch™	351
General Information	351
Settings	359
Entertainment	372
Phone	391
Information	398
Navigation	408
Accessories	417
Accessories	417
Auxiliary Switches	418
Appendices	419
End User License Agreement	419
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	441
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	441
Scheduled Maintenance	443
General Maintenance Information	443
Normal Scheduled Maintenance	446
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance	448
Scheduled Maintenance Record	451

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USING SNOW CHAINS

WARNING

Snow tires must be the same size,

load index, speed rating as those

originally provided by Ford. Use of

any tire or wheel not recommended by

Ford can affect the safety and

performance of your vehicle, which could

result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle

control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and

death. Additionally, the use of

non-recommended tires and wheels could

cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer

case or power transfer unit failure.

The tires on your vehicle have all-weather

treads to provide traction in rain and snow.

However, in some climates, you may need

to use snow tires or snow chains.

If you choose to install snow tires on your

vehicle, they must be the same size,

construction, and load range as the original

tires listed on the tire inflation pressure

label (located on the edge of driver door

or the B-Pillar) and they must be installed

on all four wheels. Mixing tires of different

size or construction on your vehicle can

adversely affect your vehicle’s handling

and braking, and may lead to loss of

vehicle control.

If you use snow chains, we recommended

that steel wheels of the same size and

specifications are used, snow chains may

damage aluminum wheels.

Follow these guidelines when using snow

chains:

•

Avoid fully loading your vehicle.

•

Only certain snow chains or cables

have been approved by Ford as safe

for use on vehicles with either 235/65

R16C or 195/75 R16C tires.

•

Snow chains or cables must be

mounted in pairs on the rear tires only.

•

Install snow chains securely, make sure

they do not touch any wiring, brake

lines or fuel lines.

•

S class or 15mm or less in dimension

as measured on the sidewall of the tire.

•

Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) or

the maximum speed recommended by

the chain manufacturer, whichever is

less.

•

Purchase snow chains or cables from

a manufacturer that clearly labels the

body to tire dimension restrictions.

•

Remove the cables when they are no

longer needed.

•

Do not use snow chains on dry roads.

•

If you have any questions regarding

snow chains or cables, see an

authorized dealer.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING

SYSTEM

(If Equipped)

WARNING

The tire pressure monitoring system

is not a substitute for manually

checking tire pressure. The tire

pressure should be checked periodically

(at least monthly) using a tire gauge, see

Inflating your tires in this chapter. Failure

to properly maintain your tire pressure

could increase the risk of tire failure, loss

of control, vehicle rollover and personal

injury.

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