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Maintenance Adding Engine Oil WARNINGS Only add oil when the engine is cold. If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutes for the engine to cool down. Do not remove the filler cap when the engine is running. 1. Remove the engine oil filler cap. 2. Add engine oil that meets Ford specifications. See Capacities and Specifications (page 265). 3. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn it until you feel a strong resistance. Note: Do not add oil further than the maximum mark. Oil levels above the maximum mark may cause engine damage. Note: Soak up any spillage with an absorbent cloth immediately. WARNINGS Do not remove the oil filter when the engine is running. 1. Remove the oil pan drain plug and wait for the oil to drain into a suitable container. 2. Renew the oil filter. 3. Reinstall the oil pan drain plug. 4. Refill the engine with new oil that meets Ford specifications. See Capacities and Specifications (page 265). Note: Do not add oil further than the maximum mark. Oil levels above the maximum mark may cause engine damage. Note: Soak up any spillage with an absorbent cloth immediately. 5. Reset the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 206). CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER WARNINGS Prolonged and repeated skin contact with mineral oil will result in the removal of natural fats from the skin, leading to dryness, irritation and dermatitis. In addition, used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants, which may cause skin cancer. If skin contact occurs, wash the area thoroughly with soap or skin cleanser and water immediately. Do not dispose of engine oils or oil filters in the household refuse or the public sewage system. Use an authorized waste disposal facility. Do not remove the oil pan drain plug when the engine is running. Engine Lubrication for Severe Service Operation The following conditions define severe service operation. The Intelligent Oil Life Monitor will determine engine oil and oil filter change intervals. • Frequent or extended idling. • Frequent low-speed operation at 25 mph (40 km/h) or less. • Frequent severe dust condition operation. • Frequent off-road operation. • Sustained ambient temperatures of -9°F (-23°C) or below. • Sustained ambient temperatures of 100°F (38°C) or above. • Sustained towing operation above 1000 mi (1,600 km). 205 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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Adding Engine Oil

WARNINGS

Only add oil when the engine is cold.

If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutes

for the engine to cool down.

Do not remove the filler cap when

the engine is running.

Remove the engine oil filler cap.

Add engine oil that meets Ford

specifications. See

Capacities and

Specifications

(page 265).

Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn

it until you feel a strong resistance.

Note:

Do not add oil further than the

maximum mark. Oil levels above the

maximum mark may cause engine damage.

Note:

Soak up any spillage with an

absorbent cloth immediately.

CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL

AND OIL FILTER

WARNINGS

Prolonged and repeated skin contact

with mineral oil will result in the

removal of natural fats from the skin,

leading to dryness, irritation and dermatitis.

In addition, used engine oil contains

potentially harmful contaminants, which

may cause skin cancer. If skin contact

occurs, wash the area thoroughly with

soap or skin cleanser and water

immediately.

Do not dispose of engine oils or oil

filters in the household refuse or the

public sewage system. Use an

authorized waste disposal facility.

Do not remove the oil pan drain plug

when the engine is running.

WARNINGS

Do not remove the oil filter when the

engine is running.

Remove the oil pan drain plug and wait

for the oil to drain into a suitable

container.

Renew the oil filter.

Reinstall the oil pan drain plug.

Refill the engine with new oil that

meets Ford specifications. See

Capacities and Specifications

(page

265).

Note:

Do not add oil further than the

maximum mark. Oil levels above the

maximum mark may cause engine damage.

Note:

Soak up any spillage with an

absorbent cloth immediately.

Reset the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor.

See

Oil Change Indicator Reset

(page 206).

Engine Lubrication for Severe

Service Operation

The following conditions define severe

service operation. The Intelligent Oil Life

Monitor will determine engine oil and oil

filter change intervals.

•

Frequent or extended idling.

•

Frequent low-speed operation at

25 mph (40 km/h) or less.

•

Frequent severe dust condition

operation.

•

Frequent off-road operation.

•

Sustained ambient temperatures of

-9°F (-23°C) or below.

•

Sustained ambient temperatures of

100°F (38°C) or above.

•

Sustained towing operation above

1000 mi (1,600 km).

205

Transit (TTH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 03/2014, Third Printing

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