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Make sure the gearshift is in P
(Park).

If starting a vehicle with a manual
transmission:

1. Make sure the parking brake is
set.

2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor.

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Turn the key to 3 (on) without
turning the key to 4 (start).

Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See

Warning lights and

chimes

in the

Instrument Cluster

chapter for more information

regarding the warning lights.

2009 Focus

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Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA

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Driving

166

Summary of Contents for 2009 Focus

Page 1: ...rols 38 Manual heating and air conditioning 38 Rear window defroster 40 Lights 41 Headlamps 41 Turn signal control 44 Bulb replacement 45 Driver Controls 50 Windshield wiper washer control 50 Steering wheel adjustment 51 Power windows 52 Mirrors 53 Speed control 55 Moon roof 59 Message center 61 Locks and Security 68 Keys 68 Locks 68 Anti theft system 77 Table of Contents 1 2009 Focus foc Owners G...

Page 2: ...akes 169 Traction Control 171 AdvanceTrac威 173 Transmission operation 177 Roadside Emergencies 184 Getting roadside assistance 184 Hazard flasher switch 185 Fuel pump shut off switch 186 Fuses and relays 186 Changing tires 193 Temporary mobility kit 198 Wheel lug nut torque 208 Jump starting 209 Wrecker towing 214 Customer Assistance 216 Reporting safety defects U S only 222 Reporting safety defec...

Page 3: ...Index 271 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2008 Ford Motor Company Table of Contents 3 2...

Page 4: ...This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on this Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle WARNING Fuel pump shut off switch In the event of ...

Page 5: ... the environment Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California ...

Page 6: ...n oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle s New Vehicle Limited Warranty refer to the Warranty Guide Customer Information Guide that is provided to you alo...

Page 7: ...ar crash event The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants potentially including information such as how various systems in your vehicle were operating whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled how far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or the brake pe...

Page 8: ...t has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs However drivers must not compromise their own or others safety when using such equipment Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits Mo...

Page 9: ...omplements this book By referring to the market unique supplement if provided you can properly identify those features recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle This Owner s Guide is written primarily for the U S and Canadian Markets Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export Refer to this Owner s Guide for all other required inform...

Page 10: ...Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Introduction 10 ...

Page 11: ...olant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Introduction 11 ...

Page 12: ... expensive repairs A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle s functions Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works If any light remains on after starting the vehicle refer to the respective system warning light for additional information 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster 12 ...

Page 13: ...have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer WARNING Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire Check fuel cap Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service ...

Page 14: ... braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated Airbag readiness If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned to on continues to flash or remains on have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected Safety belt Reminds you to fasten your sa...

Page 15: ...system has been activated Overdrive off if equipped Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transaxle has been turned off refer to the Driving chapter If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate have the transmission serviced soon or damage may occur Speed control if equipped Illuminates when the speed control is activated Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated refe...

Page 16: ...s when the AdvanceTrac威 Traction Control is turned off and will flash when active If the light remains on have the system serviced immediately refer to the Driving chapter for more information Throttle Control Transmission Illuminates when a powertrain fault has been detected Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near ...

Page 17: ...t vehicle speed Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature At normal operating temperature the needle will be in the normal range If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool If it enters the red section and the Service engine soon indicator light illuminates refer to How ...

Page 18: ...ch from the odometer to the TRIP A feature Press the control again to select the TRIP B feature To reset the trip press and hold the control again until the trip reading is 0 0 miles Optional instrument cluster Press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP A mode appears in the display Press the control again to select the TRIP B feature Press and hold the RESET button to reset Tacho...

Page 19: ...en the ignition is in the on position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster 19 ...

Page 20: ... delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened Note Your vehicle is equipped with a unique audio system If your display shows six small circles in the display your audio system is a CD6 system If not your system is a Single CD sy...

Page 21: ...lect the desired radio frequency i e 93 9 using the memory preset numbers 0 9 SEEK TRACK Press SEEK TRACK to access the previous next strong radio station SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations MEMORY PRESETS 0 9 When tuned to any station press and hold a preset button until sound returns and PRESET SAVED appears in the display You can save up to 30 stations 10 in AM 10 in FM...

Page 22: ...elect from various music categories To change RDS categories Press MENU repeatedly until RDS ON OFF appears in the display Use to toggle RDS to ON Press CAT PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDS CATEGORY will appear in the display Press to scroll through all possible categories When the desired category appears in the display press SEEK TRACK to find the next station playing that selection or press SCAN ...

Page 23: ...display will read REMOVE CD Remove the CD If you do not remove the CD the system will reload the disc To auto eject all loaded discs Press and hold EJECT The system will eject all discs and prompt you when to remove them Play Pause Press to play pause a track when playing a CD SEEK TRACK Press SEEK TRACK to access the previous next track CAT Category FOLD Folder In MP3 mode only Press CAT FOLD and...

Page 24: ...K TRACK to begin random play Otherwise random play will begin when the current track is finished playing The system will only shuffle the currently playing disc Satellite Radio if equipped Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability SIRIUS Press repeatedly to access satellite radio mode if equipped Press repeatedly to ...

Page 25: ... 9 until sound returns TEXT Press and release to display the artist and song title While in TEXT MODE press again to scroll through the Artist AR Song SO Channel CH and Category CA In TEXT MODE Sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed When the indicator is active press TEXT and then press SEEK TRACK to view the additional display text CAT Category FOLD Folder Press to toggle ...

Page 26: ... is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song You can save up to 20 song titles If you attempt to save more than 20 titles the display will read REPLACE SONG Press OK to access the saved titles and press to cycle through the saved titles When the song title appears in the display that you would like to replace press OK SONG REPLACED will appear in the disp...

Page 27: ...IN Press OK when CHANGE PIN is displayed The display will read ENTER OLD PIN Enter your current old PIN number and when the system accepts your entry it will display ENTER NEW PIN Enter your new four digit PIN and the system will save the new PIN and PIN SAVED will display c UNLOCK ALL CHANNELS Press OK when UNLOCK ALL CHANNELS is displayed and the display will read ENTER PIN Enter your four digit...

Page 28: ...e setting Press SEEK TRACK to select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS Extra Features AUX Press repeatedly to cycle through LINE IN auxiliary audio mode and SYNC if equipped For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC please refer to the SYNC supplement for further i...

Page 29: ...is equipped with a navigation system refer to Auxiliary input jack section in the Audio features chapter of your Navigation system supplement Required equipment 1 Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2 An audio extension cable with stereo male 1 8 in 3 5 mm connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack 1 Begin with the vehicle par...

Page 30: ...istorted at lower listening levels turn the portable music player volume down If the problems persists replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player 4 The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control play pause etc over the attached portable music player 5 For safety reasons connecting or adjusting ...

Page 31: ... 530 540 1700 1710 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz Radio reception factors There are three factors that can affect radio reception Distance strength The further you travel from an FM station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When y...

Page 32: ...tch protection film attached CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ballpoint pens may damage CDs Please contact your authorized dealer for further information Audio system warranty and servic...

Page 33: ...e consisting of one level of folders The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc noted by the mp3 file extension and all folders containing MP3 files from F001 folder T001 track to F253 T255 Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation through the disc files Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3 discs it is important to understand how the system will ...

Page 34: ...e antenna clear of snow and ice build up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings bridges tunnels freeway overpasses parking garages dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and r...

Page 35: ...o mode you can view this number on the radio display by pressing AUX and Preset 1 control simultaneously Radio Display Condition Action Required ACQUIRING Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the selected channel No action required This message should disappear shortly SAT FAULT Internal module or system failure present If this message does not clear within a short period of t...

Page 36: ...e system is working properly NO TEXT Category information not available Category information not available at this time on this channel The system is working properly NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna You are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS signal i e tunnel under an overpass dense foliage etc The system is working properly When you...

Page 37: ...S at 1 888 539 7474 to re activate or resolve subscription issues SYNC IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC a hands free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features For more information please refer to the SYNC supplement 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems 37 ...

Page 38: ... this button again to return to the previous air flow selection 4 Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents demister vents floor vents and rear seat floor vents The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging 5 Power Press to activate deactivate the climate control system When the system is off outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle 6 Distributes...

Page 39: ...rior air is more economical and efficient Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle Press the MAX A C button again for normal A C operation 13 A C Press to activate deactivate air conditioning Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency A C engages automatically in MAX A C defrost and floor defrost 14 Driver heated seat control if...

Page 40: ...ated in the middle of the instrument panel REAR WINDOW DEFROSTERR The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice The engine must be running to operate the rear window defroster Press R to turn the rear window defroster on An indicator light on the button will illuminate when active The rear window defroster turns off automa...

Page 41: ...s can be turned on when the headlamp control is in the or position and the high beams are not turned on Pull headlamp control towards you to turn fog lamps on The fog lamp indicator light on the headlamp control will illuminate High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Pull the lever towards you to deactivate OFF 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Lights 41 ...

Page 42: ...se conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation Move the control to the full upright position past detent to turn on the interior lamps Note If the battery is disconnected discharged or a ne...

Page 43: ...ground 3 25 feet 7 6 meters 4 Horizontal reference line 2 Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground and mark an 8 foot 2 4 meter horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height a piece of masking tape works well 3 Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood 4 On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high...

Page 44: ...TABLE 7 Close the hood and turn off the lamps TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to activate the left turn signal Push up to activate the right turn signal INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps To turn on the map lamps press the outer edge of the clear lens The map lamp lights when any door is opened the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Light...

Page 45: ...tural by product of this design When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents condensation can occur when the temperature is cold When normal condensation occurs a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions Examples of a...

Page 46: ...mp LED To replace these lamps see your authorized dealer To replace all instrument panel lights see your authorized dealer Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently Replacing headlamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood 2 Remove four push pins from the rad...

Page 47: ... before being used Replacing front parking lamp turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood 2 Remove four push pins from the radiator grille and pull the grille forward to access the lower screw 3 Remove three bolts and washers from the headlamp assembly 4 Carefully pull the headlamp assembly up and away from the vehicle to disengage the spring clip ...

Page 48: ... from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 6 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing tail brake backup lights and turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and then open the trunk 2 Remove two plastic screws and cover from inside the luggage compartment 3 Remove two nuts from the lamp assembly 4 Gently pull t...

Page 49: ...te lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position 2 Remove the two screws and the lens from the license plate lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the bulb straight out from the lamp assembly Install new bulb s in reverse order Replacing high mount brake lamp assembly Your vehicle is equipped with an LED center high mount stop lamp It is designed to last the life of the vehicle If rep...

Page 50: ...appen a few seconds after washing the front window to clear any water that is dripping down from the top of the windshield caused by the washing Note Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty This may cause the washer pump to overheat Check the washer fluid level frequently Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry This may scratch the glass damage the wiper blades an...

Page 51: ...include Cupholders Utility compartment WARNING Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision AUXILIARY POWER POINT 12VDC Power outlet is designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power o...

Page 52: ...xtended periods Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used Cigar lighter if equipped Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating this will damage the lighter element and socket The lighter will be released from its heating position when it is ready to be used Note Improper use of the li...

Page 53: ...s the switch to any position to stop the window operation Window lock if equipped The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows To lock out all the window controls except for the driver s press the right side of the control Press the left side to restore the window controls INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which let...

Page 54: ...e a bright clear view when backing up Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors if equipped WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion ...

Page 55: ...or with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED With speed control set you can maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal WARNING Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering whee...

Page 56: ... mph 16 km h below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control Depress the brake pedal or Depress the clutch pedal if equipped Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed Note When you use the clutch pedal to disengage the speed control the engine speed may briefly increase this is normal Resuming a set ...

Page 57: ... desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control Reducing speed while using speed control There are three ways to reduce a set speed Press and hold the SET control until you get to the desired speed then release the control Press and release the SET control to operate the Tap Down function Each tap will decrease the set speed by 1 mph 1 6 km h Depress the brake ...

Page 58: ...EL CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED Radio control features Press MEDIA to select AM FM1 FM2 or CD SAT1 SAT2 or SAT3 Satellite Radio mode if equipped LINE IN Auxiliary input jack if equipped In AM FM1 or FM2 mode Press to access the next previous preset station In Satellite radio mode if equipped Press to advance through preset channels In CD mode Press to listen to the next track on the disc 2009 Focus foc Ow...

Page 59: ...OK to confirm your selection For further information on the SYNC system refer to the SYNC supplement MOON ROOF SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up to ventilate the vehicle WARNING Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle They may seriously hurt themselves The moon roof is equipped with an automatic...

Page 60: ...back override To override bounce back function pull and hold the SLIDE switch within two seconds of a bounce back event The closing force will begin to increase each time the moon roof is closed for the first three closing cycles with bounce back active For example Bounce back can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the moon roof or seals To vent the moon roof Press and release the TILT c...

Page 61: ...r located on your instrument cluster displays important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems You may select display features on the message center for a display of status The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset func...

Page 62: ...different than displayed for the following reasons your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill up differences in the automatic shut off points on the fuel pumps at service stations variations in top off procedure from one fill up to another rounding off the displayed values to the nearest 0 1 gallon liter 1 Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles 8 km with the speed control system engaged to displ...

Page 63: ...een selected HOLD RESET FOR ENGLISH will be displayed to change back to English Hold the RESET control to change back to English System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored For each of the monitored systems the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for three seconds Pressing...

Page 64: ...ly unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver s door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off 1 To disable enable the autounlock feature select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode 2 Press the RESET control switch to turn the autounlock ON or OFF Language 1 Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed 2 Waiting fo...

Page 65: ...reappear until an ignition off on cycle has been completed This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle Warnings Status Driver door ajar Warning cannot be reset Passenger door ajar Rear left door ajar if equipped Rear right door ajar if equipped Park brake engaged Warning returns after 10 minutes if condition still exists XXX miles to E fuel level low Check ...

Page 66: ...tch fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter LOW TIRE PRESSURE Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning If the warning stays on or continues to come on have the system inspected by your autho...

Page 67: ...is over the pointed end of the retention post and then pull eyelet over and push floor mat down over retention post Properly align mat in drivers footwell rotating if necessary Make sure the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator brake pedal or clutch pedal if equipped To remove the floor mat reverse the installation procedure 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 68: ...When you open one of the front doors and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control on the driver or passenger door trim panel all the doors will lock then all doors will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition The vehicle can still be locked with the key in the ignition by locking the driver s door with a key or using the lock control on the remote ent...

Page 69: ...his feature Through your authorized dealer or Performing the power door lock control procedure or Performing the message center if equipped procedure Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter Note The autolock feature can be activated deactivated independently of the autounlock feature Before following the activation or deactivation procedures make sure that the anti theft system is n...

Page 70: ...rp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated 7 Turn the ignition to the off position The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete Autounlock feature if equipped The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when the ignition is in the on position all the doors are closed and the vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater...

Page 71: ... Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the on position 2 Press the power door control on the door panel three times 3 Turn the ignition from the on position to the off position 4 Press the power door control on the door panel three times 5 Turn the ignition back to the on position The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active 6 To enable d...

Page 72: ...urn to the lock position key horizontal to engage the childproof locks Insert the key and turn to the unlock position key vertical to disengage the childproof locks INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage comp...

Page 73: ...compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child s reach Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury Children should be taught not to play in vehicles WARNING Do not leave children unreliable adults or animals unattended in the vehicle On hot days the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly Exposure of people or animals...

Page 74: ...nd the vehicle or other vehicles parked next to your vehicle Your vehicle may have an all door remote entry system The all door remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key open the luggage compartment without a key activate the panic alarm The remote entry lock unlock feature operates in any ignition position except start The panic feature operates with the key...

Page 75: ...amps will flash once If any door or trunk is ajar the lamps will not flash Once the door that was ajar is closed the lamps will flash to indicate that the vehicle is locked and all doors are closed Press and release a second time to confirm all doors have locked Note The horn will honk once and the park turn lamps will flash if all doors are closed The horn will honk twice if any door is ajar Car ...

Page 76: ...ns when disposing of transmitter batteries 4 Insert the new battery Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity 5 Snap the two halves back together Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from yo...

Page 77: ...sed you will need to start the procedure over again 7 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed 8 Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter 9 Turn the ignition to the 1 off position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters 10 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programmin...

Page 78: ...dicator is located in the instrument cluster When the ignition is in the off position the indicator will flash once every two seconds to indicate the SecuriLock system is functioning as a theft deterrent When the ignition is in the on position the indicator will glow for three seconds then turn off to indicate normal system functionality If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system the indicator...

Page 79: ...ne second but no more than 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition to the 1 off position 4 Remove the previously programmed coded key from the ignition 5 Within 10 seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key insert the other previously programmed coded key into the ignition 6 Turn the ignition from the 1 off position to the 3 on position Keep the ignition in the 3 on position for at least one s...

Page 80: ... successfully programmed it will not start your vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off or stay on for more than three seconds If failure repeats bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key s programmed To program additional new unprogrammed key s repeat this procedure from Step 1 for each additional key 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA...

Page 81: ...ay become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that are vertically adjustable WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and or operate the vehicle until the head restraint is placed in its proper position The driv...

Page 82: ...traint Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up position WARNING The adjustable head restraint is a safety device Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat i...

Page 83: ...two stems into the guide sleeve collars 2 Push the head restraint down until it locks Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up position WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event...

Page 84: ...ow objects in map pocket if equipped when a child is in the front passenger seat Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console if equipped Check the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp for proper airbag status Refer to Front passenger sensing system chapter for additional details Failure to follow these instructions may inter...

Page 85: ...ift the control to adjust the angle of the seatback WARNING Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 85 ...

Page 86: ...cture the seat with pins needles or other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element which may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury Note Do not do the following Place heavy objects on the seat Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat Allow the seat to dry thoroughly To operate the heated seats Pus...

Page 87: ... distinct click Rock the seat to ensure that the catch is securely engaged WARNING Do not place objects behind the seat which could prevent the engagement of the seat lock REAR SEATS Rear head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with rear head restraints that are vertically adjustable Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seat...

Page 88: ...straint if equipped to the lowest position 2 Pull the strap located on the inboard side of the seatback passenger side or on the outboard side of the seatback driver side to release it 3 Fold the seatback down When raising the seatback s make sure you hear the seat latch into place WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped be...

Page 89: ... safety belt pretensioners front safety belt usage sensors driver seat position sensor and indicator lights How does the Personal Safety System姞 work The Personal Safety System威 can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle s safety devices according to crash severity and conditions A collection of crash sensors provides information to the Restraints Control Module RCM During a crash the RCM m...

Page 90: ...e driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the airbag when it begins to inflate For some occupants like infants in rear facing child seats this occurs because they are initially sitting very close to the ai...

Page 91: ...sioner activation depending upon safety belt usage Front outboard safety belt pretensioners The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant s body during frontal collisions and in side collisions when the side air curtain system activates This helps increase the effectiveness of the safety belts In frontal c...

Page 92: ... function properly in the event of a collision Safety belt precautions WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips WARNING To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained WARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child ...

Page 93: ...le belt for more than one person WARNING When possible all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position WARNING Front and rear seat occupants including pregnant women should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the ton...

Page 94: ... in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph 8 km h or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The be...

Page 95: ...e should be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly Safety belt assemblies should be inspected by an authorized dealer and must be replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in a collision U...

Page 96: ...ip metal portion of the tongue so that it is parallel to the webbing and slide the tongue upward 3 Provide enough lap belt length so that the tongue can reach the buckle How to fasten the cinch tongue 1 Pull the combination lap and shoulder belt from the retractor so that the shoulder belt portion of the safety belt crosses your shoulder and chest 2 Be sure the belt is not twisted If the belt is t...

Page 97: ... height squeeze the buttons and slide the height adjuster up or down Release the button and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place WARNING Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a coll...

Page 98: ...not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position The safety belt warning light illuminates 1 2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4 8 seconds The driver s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is tur...

Page 99: ... been turned to on The Belt Minder威 feature will not activate The driver s or front passenger s safety belt is not buckled when the vehicle has reached at least 3 mph 5 km h and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on The Belt Minder威 feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 30 seconds repeati...

Page 100: ...ight as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder威 reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts...

Page 101: ... feature will enable during the same ignition cycle if the occupant buckles and remains buckled for approximately 30 seconds Confirmation is not given for the one time disable Deactivating activating the Belt Minder姞 feature The driver and front passenger Belt Minder威 are deactivated activated independently When deactivating activating one seating position do not buckle the other position as this ...

Page 102: ...e seating position being disabled at a moderate speed buckle then unbuckle the safety belt nine times ending in the unbuckled state Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off After Step 3 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds 4 Within approximately seven seconds of the light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt T...

Page 103: ...trim covering the airbag module Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag s...

Page 104: ...erly position yourself away from the airbag Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position WARNING Do not put anything on or over the airbag module Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing...

Page 105: ...y back How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of th...

Page 106: ...ye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inf...

Page 107: ...itions The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or disabled will not inflate The front passenger sensing system will disable will not inflate the front passenger s f...

Page 108: ...nflate the front passenger frontal airbag the indicator lamp will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled If the child restraint has been installed and the indicator lamp is not lit then turn the vehicle off remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s instructions The front pa...

Page 109: ...ts and put on safety belts it s very important that they continue to sit properly A properly seated occupant sits upright leaning against the seat back and centered on the seat cushion with their feet comfortably extended on the floor Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or side...

Page 110: ...e status of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is incorrect check for the following Objects lodged underneath the seat Objects between the seat cushion and the center console if equipped Objects hanging off the seat back Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket if equipped Objects placed on the occupant s lap Cargo interference with the seat Other passengers pushing or pulling on the seat Re...

Page 111: ...ith the seat If objects are lodged and or cargo is interfering with the seat please take the following steps to remove the obstruction Pull the vehicle over Turn the vehicle off Driver and or adult passengers should check for any objects lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat Remove the obstruction s if found Restart the vehicle Wait at least two minutes and ...

Page 112: ...ically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the supplemental restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Seat mounted side airbag system WARNING Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover on the side of the seatbac...

Page 113: ...res help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags The side airbag system consists of the following An inflatable nylon bag airbag with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the fro...

Page 114: ...tiates airbag inflation The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Side airbags are designed to inflate in side impact collisions not roll over rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration WA...

Page 115: ...door The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the seat WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the side air curtain system its fuses the A B or C pillar trim or the headliner on a vehicle containing a side air curtain See your authorized dealer WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an inflatable curtain is pr...

Page 116: ... between the B and C pillars near the floor Side air curtains and side airbags in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seats The side air curtain will not interfere with children restrained using a properly installed child or boos...

Page 117: ...ain system is designed to inflate in side impact collisions not roll over rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation WARNING If the side air curtain has deployed the air curtain will not function again The side air curtain system includ...

Page 118: ...urned off when any one of the following actions are taken by the driver or any other person pressing the hazard control button or pressing the panic button on the remote key fob The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles including pretensioners See your authorized dealer Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personne...

Page 119: ...ecially for their height age and weight may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size height weight or age Recommended restraint type Infants or toddlers Children weighing 40 lb 18 kg or less generally age four or younger Use a child safety seat sometimes called an infant carrier convertible seat or toddler se...

Page 120: ...u are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the U S and Canada Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 ft 9 in 1 45 meters tall or 80 lb 36 kg Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle When possible alway...

Page 121: ...1 kg X X X Forward facing child seat Over 48 lb 21 kg X X WARNING Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the vehicle seat all the way back When possible all children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position If all childr...

Page 122: ...nd and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision WARNING Always restrain an unoccupied child seat or booster seat These objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop which may increase the risk of serious injury WARNING Never place or allow a child to place the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part o...

Page 123: ...s as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always properly wear safety belts SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Infant and or toddler seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child When installing a child safety seat Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this chapter Carefully follow all of ...

Page 124: ...hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place vehicle seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Step 5 below Perform the following steps wh...

Page 125: ...e child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraint...

Page 126: ...ode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 5 and 6 8 Remove remaining slack from the belt Force the seat down with extra weight e g by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order to force slack from the belt This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once...

Page 127: ...ns rear center position only The belt webbing below the tongue is the lap portion of the combination lap shoulder belt and the belt webbing above the tongue is the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap shoulder belt Note Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat...

Page 128: ... the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure that the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating positions until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely latched to the buckle by pulling on the tongue 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 128 ...

Page 129: ...apter 7 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back There should be no more than one inch 2 5 cm of movement for proper installation 8 Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician ...

Page 130: ...ints for children in this chapter for more information Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol The LATCH anchors are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seatback Follow the child seat manufacturer s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments Follow the inst...

Page 131: ...h rigid LATCH attachments do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to ...

Page 132: ...anchor symbol shown with title The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor Once the child safety seat has been installed using either the safety belt the lower anchors of the LATCH sy...

Page 133: ...re around four 4 years of age Consult your child safety seat owner guide for the weight height and age limits specific to your child safety seat Keep your child in the child safety seat if it properly fits the child remains appropriate for their weight height and age AND if properly secured to the vehicle Although the lap shoulder belt will provide some protection children who have outgrown a typi...

Page 134: ...shoulder belt to fit properly Generally this is when they reach a height of at least 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall around age eight to age twelve and between 40 lb 18 kg and 80 lb 36 kg or upward to 100 lb 45 kg if recommended by your child restraint manufacturer Many state and provincial laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 feet 9 inche...

Page 135: ...backless booster seat may place your child s head as measured at the tops of the ears above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap shoulder belts or consider using a high back booster seat High back booster seats If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately suppor...

Page 136: ... the child s hips If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat Check with the booster seat manufacturer s instructions The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s h...

Page 137: ...if equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Refer to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a co...

Page 138: ...quires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 11 2 times as well on the government course as a tir...

Page 139: ...ire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them Glossary of tire terminology Tire label A labe...

Page 140: ... that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle Rim The metal support wheel for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat Every day before you drive check your tires If one looks lowe...

Page 141: ... at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer s recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the Safety Compliance ...

Page 142: ... see the Dissimilar spare tire wheel information section for description Store and maintain at the higher of the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label 6 Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak 7 Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges cuts or bulges TIRE CARE In...

Page 143: ...as bulges in the tread or sidewalls cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread or sidewall If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional Tires can be damaged during off road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended WARNING Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather storage conditions and conditions of use lo...

Page 144: ...fect requires a recall Tire Replacement Requirements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability WARNING Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size load index speed rating and type such as P metric versus LT metric or all season versus all terrain as those originally provided by Ford The recommended tire and wheel size may be found ...

Page 145: ...ays inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft 3 66 m away from the tire wheel assembly Important Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are replaced on your vehicle It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally be replaced as a pair The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels if eq...

Page 146: ...are tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you re driving the wheels may be out of alignmen...

Page 147: ...ad tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information o...

Page 148: ...ndicates a radial type tire 5 15 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter 6 95 Indicates the tire s load index It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry You may find this information in your Owner s Guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this informat...

Page 149: ...ur numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall 9 M S or M S Mud and Snow or AT All Terrain or AS ...

Page 150: ...representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum permissible pressure and or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the ma...

Page 151: ...cks 2 Load Range Load Inflation Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressu...

Page 152: ...e in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to pu...

Page 153: ...PMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combi...

Page 154: ...and is not visible unless the tire is removed The pressure sensor is located opposite 180 degrees from the valve stem Care must be taken when changing the tire to avoid damaging the sensor It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using an accurate tire gauge refer to Inflating your tires in ...

Page 155: ...d road wheel tire repaired and remounted on your vehicle For additional information refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you when your tires need air It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended Please refer to the f...

Page 156: ...must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph 32 km h before the light will turn OFF Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use Repair the damaged road wheel tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system functionality For a description on how the system functions refer to When your temporary spare tire is installed in this section TPMS malfunction If your tires are proper...

Page 157: ...perature affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the...

Page 158: ... placard 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 WARNING Do not use snow chains or cables on this vehicle as they may cause damage to your vehicle which may lead to loss of vehicle control VEHICLE LOADING WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER Th...

Page 159: ...ht and all payload GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle front or rear These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR Note For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or th...

Page 160: ...le loss of control and personal injury GCW Gross Combined Weight is the weight of the loaded vehicle GVW plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer including all cargo and passengers that the vehicle can handle without risking damage Important The towing vehicles braking system is rated for ope...

Page 161: ... load limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load c...

Page 162: ...s of cement Do you have enough load capacity to transport the cement to your home If you and your friend each weigh 220 lb 99 kg the calculation would be 1400 2 x 220 12 x 100 1400 440 1200 240 lb No you do not have enough cargo capacity to carry that much weight In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 12 x 45 kg 635 198 540 103 kg You will need to reduce the load weight by at le...

Page 163: ...h The maximum recommended distance is unlimited The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure no damage is done to the internal transmission components In addition it is recommended that you follow the instructions provided by the aftermarket manufacturer of the towing equipment if provided In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Eme...

Page 164: ... of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter WARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk o...

Page 165: ...speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter 2 Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off If starting a vehicle with an automatic transaxle Make sure the parking brake is set...

Page 166: ...is set 2 Push the clutch pedal to the floor Turn the key to 3 on without turning the key to 4 start Some warning lights will briefly illuminate See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving 166 ...

Page 167: ... Step 2 again If the engine still fails to start press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again keeping the accelerator on the floor until the engine begins to accelerate above cranking speeds this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoi...

Page 168: ...tion CSA Use only an extension cord that can be used outdoors in cold temperatures and is clearly marked Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances Never use an indoor extension cord outdoors it could result in an electric shock or fire hazard Use a 16 gauge outdoor extension cord minimum Use as short an extension cord as possible Do not use multiple extension cords Instead use one extension cord wh...

Page 169: ...s or 1000 watts of energy per hour Your factory installed block heater system does not have a thermostat however maximum temperature is attained after approximately three hours of operation Block heater operation longer than three hours will not improve system performance and will unnecessarily use additional electricity Make sure system is unplugged and properly stowed before driving the vehicle ...

Page 170: ... during ABS braking any pulsation or mechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain steering control during hard braking and ...

Page 171: ... First manual transmission WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer as soon as possible TRACTION CONTROL IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a Traction Control system This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle especially on slippery roa...

Page 172: ...oncern The Traction Control switch is located on the instrument panel The Traction Control system will automatically turn on every time the ignition is turned off and on If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a very slippery road surface try switching the Traction Control system off by pressing the switch This may allow excess wheel spin to dig the vehicle out and enable a successful rock...

Page 173: ...ot defy the laws of physics It s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions Aggressive driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage Activation of the AdvanceTrac威 system is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip t...

Page 174: ... the sliding car icon illuminates steadily verify that the AdvanceTrac威 system is not manually disabled by pressing the AdvanceTrac威 Off button located on the center stack of the instrument panel If the sliding car icon remains steadily illuminated have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately If equipped with a message center the vehicle will also indicate a failure with the Advanc...

Page 175: ...ing When the brakes have cooled down the system will regain all features Anti lock braking and ESC are not affected by this condition and will continue to function during the cool down period The Engine Traction Control and Brake Traction Control system may be deactivated in certain situations See the Switching Off AdvanceTrac威 section below Electronic Stability Control ESC Electronic Stability Co...

Page 176: ...ac威 Off button Full features of the AdvanceTrac威 system can be restored by pressing the AdvanceTrac威 Off button again or by turning off and restarting the engine If you switch off the AdvanceTrac威 system the sliding car icon will illuminate steadily Pressing the AdvanceTrac威 Off button again will turn off the lighted button sliding car icon In R Reverse ABS and the Engine and Brake Traction Contro...

Page 177: ...ower steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or pulls check for an improperly inflated tire uneven tire wear loose or worn suspension components loose or worn steering components improper steering alignment A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander pull...

Page 178: ...ated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4 speed automatic transmission This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality When the vehicle s battery has been disconnected for any type of service or repair the transmission...

Page 179: ...ays set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and...

Page 180: ...rain heavy loads trailer towing and when engine braking is required O D OFF lamp in the instrument cluster is illuminated To return to O D overdrive mode press the transmission control switch The O D OFF lamp in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated O D overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off L Low This position Provides increased engine braking during downhill...

Page 181: ...e clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed To start the vehicle 1 Make sure the parking brake is fully set 2 Press the clutch pedal to the floor then put the gearshift lever in the neutral position 3 Start the engine 4 Press the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever to the desired gear 1 First or R ...

Page 182: ...ft into R Reverse Failure to do so may damage the transmission Hold the clutch pedal down and move the gearshift lever into the neutral position Wait at least three seconds before shifting into R Reverse Note The gearshift lever can only be moved into R Reverse by moving it from left of 3 Third and 4 Fourth before shifting into R Reverse This is a lockout feature that protects the transmission fro...

Page 183: ...ims for cars or the bottom of the hubs for trucks When driving through water traction or brake capability may be limited Also water may enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage Once through the water al...

Page 184: ... to a disabled vehicle Fuel delivery service is limited to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries towing Ford Mercury Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 3 km of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer If a member requests to be t...

Page 185: ...ance call 1 800 665 2006 If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles To obtain reimbursement information U S Ford Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 800 241 3673 Customers will be asked to submit their original receipts Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement...

Page 186: ... the switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the on position 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to off 6 Make another check for leaks FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components Note ...

Page 187: ...ey 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Black 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 187 ...

Page 188: ...se the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover The fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected circuits 1 30A Not used spare 2 15A Brake Switch CHMSL 3 15A Satellite radio 4 30A Not used spare 5 10A Shift Interlock 6 20A Right Front Turn lamp Left Front Turn lamp Rear stop turn lamps 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 188 ...

Page 189: ...8 20A Heated Seats 19 25A Not used spare 20 15A Data Link Connector 21 15A Fog lamps Fog lamp Indicator 22 15A Parking Lamps 23 15A High Beam Lamps 24 20A Horn 25 10A Demand Lamps Trunk Lamps 26 10A Instrument Cluster 27 20A Ignition Switch 28 5A Radio Start 29 5A Instrument Cluster Run Start 30 5A Not used spare 31 10A ABS 32 10A Restraints Control Module 33 10A Not used spare 34 5A Not used spar...

Page 190: ...x The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads WARNING Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses WARNING To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refil...

Page 191: ...irror 2 30A Rear defrost 3 20A Power point 4 20A Fuel pump 5 10A Powertrain control module PCM KAPWR Canister Vent 6 15A Alt sense 7 10A Reverse lamps 8 Not used 9 40A ABS motor 10 30A Wipers 11 30A Starter 12 40A Blower 13 10A A C clutch 14 10A PCM relay coil 15 20A Front power point 16 20A Cooling fan low 17 30A Cooling fan high 18 20A ABS solenoid 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fu...

Page 192: ...15A PCM MIL 27 Not used 28 15A PCM 29 15A Ignition 30A Cooling fan low speed relay 30B Starter relay 30C Not used 30D Cooling fan high speed relay 31A Reverse lamp relay 31B Fuel pump relay 31C Wiper power relay 31D Not used 31E Not used 31F Not used 32 A C clutch diode 33 EEC diode 34 One Touch Integrated Start OTIS diode 35 10A Run Start 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside ...

Page 193: ...d on the vehicle Have a flat tire serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensor refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible During repairing or replacing of the flat tire have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage WARNING The use of tire sealants...

Page 194: ... TIRE AND WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above do not Exceed 50 mph 80 km h Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label Tow a trailer Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time Use commercial car washing equipment Try...

Page 195: ...tment if applicable When driving with the full size dissimilar spare tire wheel 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 tire wheel and seek service as soon as possible Stopping and securing the vehicle 1 Park on a level surface set the ...

Page 196: ...pposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed WARNING If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured WARNING 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 1 Remove the spare tire and jack by turning ...

Page 197: ...lockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground 5 The vehicle jacking points are depicted on the yellow warning label on the jack shown here 2 door model shown 4 door model similar Depending on which tire is to be changed put the jack approximately 7 inches 18 cm from the front wheel opening 1 or approximately 17 inches 43 cm from the rear wheel opening 2 Jack at the speci...

Page 198: ...proper lug nut torque specification 10 Put the flat tire jack and lug wrench away Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive Unblock the wheels TEMPORARY MOBILITY KIT IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a temporary mobility kit located in the spare tire well in the trunk The temporary mobility kit consists of an air compressor to reinflate the tire and a sealing ...

Page 199: ...5 Sealant bottle canister 6 Sealant filling clear tube 7 Sealant tube tire valve connector 8 Yellow cap tool 9 Air compressor hose 10 Air hose tire valve connector 11 Accessory power plug 12 Casing housing 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 199 ...

Page 200: ...itor tire inflation pressure in the affected tire if the tire is losing pressure have the vehicle towed Read the information in the Tips for use of the temporary mobility kit section to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit and your vehicle Tips for use of the temporary mobility kit Read the following list of tips to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit Before operatin...

Page 201: ... hose which is designed for sealant application only Operating the temporary mobility kit could cause an electrical disturbance in radio and DVD player operation What to do when a tire is punctured A tire puncture within the tire s tread area can be repaired in two stages with the temporary mobility kit In the first stage the tire will be reinflated with a sealing compound and air After the tire h...

Page 202: ... valve turning clockwise Make sure the connection is tightly fastened 4 Plug the power cable into the 12V power point in the vehicle 5 Remove the warning sticker found on the canister and place it on the top of the instrument panel or the center of the dash 6 Start the engine only if the vehicle is outdoors or in a well ventilated area 7 Turn dial 1 counterclockwise to the sealant position Turn on...

Page 203: ...ate to the recommended tire pressure within 15 minutes stop and call roadside assistance 9 When the recommended tire pressure is reached turn off the kit by pressing down on control button 2 disconnect the kit from the tire valve and the power point Re install the valve cap on the tire valve place the tube cap on the metal connector and return the kit to the stowage area 10 Immediately and cautiou...

Page 204: ...re pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFF position to get the correct tire pressure reading 5 Turn the compressor off by pressing down on the control button 6 Unplug the hoses re install the valve cap on the tire and return the kit to the stowage area WARNING The power plug may get hot after use and should be handled carefully while unplugging What to do after the tire has been ...

Page 205: ...e wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer You can check the tire pressure any time within the 120 miles 200 km by performing the procedure from Second stage Checking tire pressure listed previously Removal of the Sealant Canister from the Temporary Mobility Kit 1 Unwrap the clear tube from the compressor housing 2 Locate the yellow cap at the end of the clear tube 2009 Focus foc Owners...

Page 206: ...y kit compressor housing while pulling up on the sealant canister Installation of the Sealant Canister to the Temporary Mobility Kit 1 Align the sealant canister with the temporary mobility kit housing 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 206 ...

Page 207: ...val or installation of the sealant canister consult your Ford Motor Company authorized dealer for assistance Be sure to check the sealant compound s use by date regularly The use by date is on the lower right hand corner of the label located on the sealant canister bottle The sealant canister should be replaced after four years 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies ...

Page 208: ... fasteners that attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces of the wheel Installing wheels without correct metal to metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion resulting in loss of control Note Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior to installation If there is vi...

Page 209: ...This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled ...

Page 210: ... of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 210 ...

Page 211: ...he negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disa...

Page 212: ...ove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 212 ...

Page 213: ... cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 213 ...

Page 214: ... a slingbelt towing procedure If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment the front wheels drive wheels must be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transmission If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this...

Page 215: ...s on the ground under the following conditions Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward direction Place the transmission in N Neutral Refer to Brake shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N Neutral Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph 56 km h Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 km 2009 Focus foc Owners Guid...

Page 216: ...taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to find the nearest authorized dealer In the United States Mailing Address Ford Mo...

Page 217: ...authorized dealer 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center In order to help you serve you better please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center ...

Page 218: ...a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 18 000 miles 29 000 km which...

Page 219: ...ision as well Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program are usually decided within forty days after you file your claim with the BBB BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You will be asked for your name and address general information about your new vehicle information about your warranty concerns and any steps yo...

Page 220: ...ns are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service ...

Page 221: ...se engine knocking or serious engine damage Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel Using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest authorized dealer If the auth...

Page 222: ...nada L6J 5E4 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U S ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a grou...

Page 223: ...TING SAFETY DEFECTS CANADA ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform Transport Canada using their toll free number 1 800 333 0510 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Customer Assistance 223 ...

Page 224: ...vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Use Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 which is available from your authorized dealer Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible Exterior chrome Wash the vehicle first using cool or luke...

Page 225: ...he instructions before using the products ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish In order to maintain their shine Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge Rinse thoroughly with a strong strea...

Page 226: ...ssure rinse clean In Canada use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo CXC 66 A Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine PLASTIC NON PAINTED EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts These products are available from your authorized dealer For routi...

Page 227: ...t function properly Do not use abrasives as they may cause scratches Do not use fuel kerosene or paint thinner to clean any parts If you cannot remove those streaks after cleaning with the glass cleaner or if the wipers chatter and move in a jerky motion clean the outer surface of the windshield and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild abrasive cleaning so...

Page 228: ...ean white cotton cloth and press the cloth onto the soiled area allow this to set at room temperature for 30 minutes 4 Remove the soaked cloth and if it is not soiled badly use this cloth to clean the area by using a rubbing motion for 60 seconds 5 Following this wipe area dry with a clean white cotton cloth INTERIOR For fabric carpets cloth seats safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags ...

Page 229: ...its resiliency and color use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit ZC 11 D available from your authorized dealer In Canada use Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner CXC 93 or an equivalent high quality leather care product Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl and plastics or oil petroleum based leather conditioners These products may cause pre...

Page 230: ...and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner U S only ZC 11 A Motorcraft Leather Care Kit U S only ZC 11 D Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser U S only ZC 20 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo Canada only CXC 66 A Motorcraft Multi Purpose Cleaner Canada only CXC 101 Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC 100...

Page 231: ... engine is running make sure that loose clothing jewelry or long hair does not get caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other burning cigarettes material away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must relearn its idle condi...

Page 232: ...ft in N Neutral 2 Block the wheels WARNING To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the instrument panel 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 232 ...

Page 233: ...t of the hood and then release it by pushing the auxiliary latch to the left 3 Lift the hood and locate the prop rod on the passenger side of the vehicle near the fender Support the hood with the prop rod 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 233 ...

Page 234: ...r 3 Power Distribution box 4 Battery 5 Air Filter 6 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick if equipped 7 Engine oil dipstick 8 Power steering fluid reservoir 9 Engine coolant reservoir 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 234 ...

Page 235: ...t damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system WARNING If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident Note Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Wa...

Page 236: ...the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P automatic transmission or 1st manual transmission 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick 6 Wipe the dipstick clean Insert the dipstick fully then remove it again If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the oil l...

Page 237: ...the engine oil level dipstick and or the engine oil filler cap removed Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark Use SAE 5W 20 engine oil Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the ...

Page 238: ...require additional water during its life of service If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables f...

Page 239: ...If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle an...

Page 240: ...d be checked at the intervals listed in scheduled maintenance information The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50 50 coolant and distilled water which equates to a freeze point of 34 F 36 C Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL CO...

Page 241: ...tomotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water When the engine is cool add the mixture to the coolant reservoir until the appropriate fill level is obtained WARNING Do not add ...

Page 242: ...ossible Water alone without engine coolant can cause engine damage from corrosion overheating or freezing Do not use alcohol methanol brine or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze coolant Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion pr...

Page 243: ...ation is not 50 50 protection to 34 F 36 C drain some coolant and adjust the concentration It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50 50 coolant concentration Whenever coolant has been added the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle If necessary add enough 50 50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the...

Page 244: ...coolant concentration above 40 NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Refer to the c...

Page 245: ...imize engine damage When fail safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail safe mode so drive the vehicle with caution The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed operation and the engine will run rough Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage therefore 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and ...

Page 246: ...n the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in serious personal injury WARNING Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled WARNING Gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open f...

Page 247: ...skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline vapors or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness may result If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Consult a physician immediately if you exper...

Page 248: ...including the cargo area Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Fuel filler cap When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off 3 Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe 4 To install the cap align the tabs on ...

Page 249: ...NING The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others WARNING If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision w...

Page 250: ...to become more pronounced If the problems persist see your authorized dealer Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating These products have not been approved for your engine and could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to c...

Page 251: ... driver You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of fill ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of driving engine break in period You will get a more accurate measurement after 2 000 miles 3 000 miles 3 000 km 5 000 km Fil...

Page 252: ...ry time Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent Calculating fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading in miles or kilometers 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added in gallons or liters 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading 4 Subtract yo...

Page 253: ...r defroster may reduce fuel economy You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy Combine errands and min...

Page 254: ...tes Every new vehicle should have a window sticker containing EPA fuel economy estimates Contact your authorized dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle The EPA fuel economy estimates should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle i...

Page 255: ... leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine By law vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures repairs services sells leases trades vehicles or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information a...

Page 256: ...ith the Service engine soon indicator on can result in increased emissions lower fuel economy reduced engine and transmission smoothness and lead to more costly repairs Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing Some state provincial and local governments may have Inspection Maintenance I M programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection cou...

Page 257: ...ng the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete If the vehicle is still not ready for I M testing the above driving cycle will have to be repeated POWER STEERING FLUID Check the fluid Refer to the scheduled maintenance information fo...

Page 258: ...tic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is warmed up approximately 20 miles 30 km If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 20 miles 30 k...

Page 259: ...ting temperature 120 F 140 F 50 C 60 C High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used ...

Page 260: ...hat meets Ford specifications Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element When changing the air filter element use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter WARNING To reduce the risk ...

Page 261: ...ing Note Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 2 0L I4 engine Air filter element FA 18901 Oil filter FL 9102 Battery BXT 96R Temporary mobility kit refill canister TA 33 PCV valve 3 Spark plugs 4 1 Non PZEV only Fa...

Page 262: ...meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used 4 For spark plug replacement see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Replace the spark plug...

Page 263: ... ESB M1C93 B Lock cylinder Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL 1 None Automatic transmission fluid 6 9 quarts 6 6L 1 Motorcraft MERCON威 LV ATF 2 XT 10 QLV MERCON威 LV Manual transmission fluid 5 speed 2 0 quarts 1 9L 1 Motorcraft Full Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid XT M5 QS WSD M2C200 C Engine oil 4 5 quarts 4 3L Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE...

Page 264: ... fluid cooling system i e coolers size cooling lines auxiliary cooler capacities The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range The manual transmission service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface 2 Automatic transmissions that require...

Page 265: ...ne Cubic inches 121 Required fuel 87 octane Firing order 1 3 4 2 Ignition system C O P Compression ratio 10 0 1 Spark plug gap 051 inch 002 1 3 mm 05 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 265 ...

Page 266: ...ty Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure B Pillar by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 266 ...

Page 267: ...on number The Vehicle Identification Number VIN contains the following information 1 World manufacturer identifier 2 Brake system Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Restraint System 3 Vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 267...

Page 268: ... the Safety Compliance Certification Label The following table tells you which transmission each code represents Description Code Four speed automatic 4F27E 2 Five speed manual MTX75 Z 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 268 ...

Page 269: ...any component damaged by the defective accessories The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories Not all accessories are available f...

Page 270: ...ystems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use To avoid inter...

Page 271: ...iary input jack Line in 29 Axle refill capacities 263 B Battery 238 acid treating emergencies 238 jumping a disabled battery 209 maintenance free 238 replacement specifications 261 servicing 238 Belt Minder威 98 Booster seats 134 Brakes 169 170 anti lock 170 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 170 fluid checking and adding 258 fluid refill capacities 263 fluid specifications 263 lubricant spec...

Page 272: ... Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 258 engine oil 236 Driving under special conditions 181 through water 183 E Electronic message center 61 Emergencies roadside jump starting 209 Emergency Flashers 185 Emission control system 254 Engine 265 266 cleaning 226 coolant 240 fail safe cooling 244 idle speed control 238 lubrication specifications 263 refill capacities 263 service points 234 235 start...

Page 273: ...mileage see Fuel economy 251 Gauges 17 H Hazard flashers 185 Head restraints 81 Headlamps 41 aiming 43 bulb specifications 46 daytime running lights 42 flash to pass 42 high beam 41 replacing bulbs 46 turning on and off 41 Heating heating and air conditioning system 38 Hood 232 I Ignition 164 265 266 Infant seats see Safety seats 123 Inspection maintenance I M testing 256 Instrument panel cleaning...

Page 274: ... Motorcraft parts 230 246 261 O Octane rating 250 Oil see Engine oil 236 P Parking brake 171 Parts see Motorcraft parts 261 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor 90 Power distribution box see Fuses 190 Power door locks 68 Power mirrors 54 Power point 51 Power steering 177 fluid checking and adding 257 fluid refill capacity 263 fluid specifications 263 Power Windows 52 R Radio 20 Recommendations...

Page 275: ...ng wheel controls 58 tilting 51 Stereo CD MP3 20 SYNC 37 T Temporary mobility kit 198 Tilt steering wheel 51 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Tires Wheels and Loading 153 Tires 138 139 alignment 146 care 142 changing 196 checking the pressure 142 inflating 140 label 152 replacing 144 rotating 146 safety practices 145 sidewall information 147 snow tires and chains 158 spare tire 193 Temporary m...

Page 276: ... loading 158 Ventilating your vehicle 167 W Warning lights see Lights 12 Washer fluid 235 Water Driving through 183 Windows power 52 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 50 checking and adding fluid 235 replacing wiper blades 235 Wrecker towing 214 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Index 276 ...

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