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Recommended Towing Weights - 2.7L EcoBoost™

Maximum Trailer

Frontal Area

Maximum Trailer Weight

Drivetrain

30 ft² (2.79 m²)

3,500 lb (1,587 kg)

AWD

Note:

All values calculated with SAE J2807 method.

2021 Edge (CDQ) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 202011, First-Printing

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Summary of Contents for EDGE 2021

Page 1: ...MT4J 19F705 AA 2021 EDGE Supplemental Owner s Guide ford ca owner ford com December 2020 First Printing Litho in U S A...

Page 2: ...Operating servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust carbon monoxide phthalates and lead which are known to the Sta...

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Page 4: ...cautions 28 Properly Adjusting the Driver and Front Passenger Seats 29 Children and Airbags 29 Front Passenger Sensing System 30 Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator 33 Disposing of Airbags 34 Keys and...

Page 5: ...ng a Trailer Towing a Trailer Precautions 62 Towing a Trailer Limitations 62 Loading Your Trailer 62 Towing Weights and Dimensions 63 Crash and Breakdown Information Switching the Hazard Flashers On a...

Page 6: ...s 87 Viewing the Tire Pressures 87 Changing a Road Wheel Changing a Flat Tire 88 Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number 94 Customer Information Reporting Safety Defects in the United Sta...

Page 7: ...4 2021 Edge CDQ Canada United States of America enUSA Edition date 202011 First Printing...

Page 8: ...icable laws and regulations Note Pass on all printed owner s information when selling this vehicle Our digital resources include a comprehensive digital Owner s Manual that is dynamically created acco...

Page 9: ...ng wheel This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur Note Event data recorder data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non trivial cras...

Page 10: ...days the temperature inside the vehicle can rise very quickly Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat related injuries including...

Page 11: ...nd increase the risk of injury or death in a crash WARNING Do not leave children or pets unattended in your vehicle Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death When ins...

Page 12: ...tbelt Only LATCH Lower Anchors Only Combined Weight of Child and Child Restraint X X Up to 65 lb 29 kg X Over 65 lb 29 kg Forward Facing Child Restraints Seatbelt and LATCH Lower Anchors and Top Tethe...

Page 13: ...booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 57 in 1 45 m tall or 80 lb 36 kg Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements about the safety of children in your vehic...

Page 14: ...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 latch...

Page 15: ...ning slack from the belt 9 If the child restraint has a tether strap attach it E142534 10 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely...

Page 16: ...er straps Installing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat WARNING The standardized spacing for LATCH lower anchors is 11 in 280 mm center to center Do not use LATCH lower anchors for the center seating...

Page 17: ...tach the top tether strap Perform the following steps to install a child restraint with tether anchors Note If you install a child restraint with rigid LATCH attachments do not tighten the tether stra...

Page 18: ...ay back against their vehicle seat backrest with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat cushion Can the child sit without slouching Does the lap belt rest low across the hips Is the shoulder b...

Page 19: ...ss the hips never up across the stomach and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder The following drawings compare the ideal fit to a shoul...

Page 20: ...sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not use any item thicker than this under the booster seat Check with the booster seat manufacturer s instructions 17...

Page 21: ...a seatbelt WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific seatbelt assembly made up of one buckle and one tongue designed to be used as a pair Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoul...

Page 22: ...e pretensioners may also activate when a Safety Canopy airbag deploys FASTENING AND UNFASTENING THE SEATBELTS All seatbelts in your vehicle are a three point combination lap and shoulder seatbelt E338...

Page 23: ...atbelt webbing out too quickly If the retractor locks slowly lower the height adjuster to allow the seatbelt to retract If the retractor does not unlock pull the seatbelt out slowly then feed a small...

Page 24: ...allows Position the shoulder belt to cross the middle of the shoulder and the center of the chest ADJUSTING THE SEATBELT HEIGHT WARNING Position the seatbelt height adjuster so that the seatbelt rest...

Page 25: ...h the ignition on The Belt Minder feature activates the seatbelt warning lamp illuminates and an indicator tone sounds for 6 seconds every 25 seconds repeating for about 5 minutes or until you and the...

Page 26: ...ramming procedure Make sure that The parking brake is set The transmission is in park P The ignition is off The driver and front passenger seatbelts are unfastened 1 Switch the ignition on Do not star...

Page 27: ...ARNING Only use extensions provided free of charge by our dealers The dealer will provide an extension designed specifically for this vehicle model year and seating position The use of an extension in...

Page 28: ...erity and occupant conditions PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM COMPONENTS Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints Front seat outermost seatbelts with pretensioners energy management retra...

Page 29: ...skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic Contact with a deploying airbag may cause abrasions or swelling Temporary hearing loss is also a possibility as a result of the noise associated with a d...

Page 30: ...y in a crash A driver knee airbag is under or within the instrument panel A passenger knee airbag is within or under the glove box door During a crash the restraints control module may activate the dr...

Page 31: ...interfere with children restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat because it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window opening AIRBAG...

Page 32: ...or death PROPERLY ADJUSTING THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEATS WARNING National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 in 25 cm between an occupant...

Page 33: ...er frontal airbag under these conditions The front passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines an infant is present in a child restraint A passenger takes their weight off of the seat for a per...

Page 34: ...ng a crash greatly increases If you think that the state of the passenger airbag status indicator lamp is incorrect check for the following Objects lodged underneath the seat Objects between the seat...

Page 35: ...crash Always sit upright against your seat back with your feet on the floor WARNING Any alteration or modification to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensin...

Page 36: ...tone pattern repeats periodically until the problem the light or both are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the supplemental restraint system serviced immediately Unless...

Page 37: ...OF AIRBAGS Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Airbags must be disposed of by qualified personnel 34 2021 Edge CDQ Canada United States of America enUSA Edition date 202011 First Printi...

Page 38: ...ut REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL You can purchase replacement keys or remote controls from an authorized dealer Authorized dealers can program remote controls for your vehicle 35 2021 Edge CD...

Page 39: ...i theft system arms when you switch the ignition off It disarms when the ignition is switched on with a correctly coded key Note The system is not compatible with non Ford aftermarket remote start sys...

Page 40: ...Push the lever up or down to operate the windshield wipers CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES E142463 Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of the blade to check for roughness REPLACING THE FRONT WIPER BLA...

Page 41: ...may operate if dirt mist or insects hit the windshield Using the Windshield Washer E197528 E270967 Pull the lever toward you to operate the windshield washer Note A courtesy wipe occurs a short time a...

Page 42: ...pending on region Door Ajar It illuminates when ignition is on and remains on if any door is open Electric Park Brake E146190 It illuminates or flashes when the electric parking brake requires service...

Page 43: ...Powertrain Fault It illuminates when the powertrain requires service Have the system checked as soon as possible INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATORS Adaptive Cruise Control E144524 Automatic Headlamp High...

Page 44: ...Turn Signal Lamps 41 2021 Edge CDQ Canada United States of America enUSA Edition date 202011 First Printing Instrument Cluster...

Page 45: ...heated rear window turns off after a short period of time Note Do not use harsh chemicals razor blades or other sharp objects to clean or remove decals from the inside of the heated rear window as thi...

Page 46: ...ntrol system DIRECTING THE FLOW OF AIR Directing Air to the Windshield Air Vents E335134 Press the button to access the climate controls Press the button Directing Air to the Instrument Panel Air Vent...

Page 47: ...f and the steering wheel We recommend a minimum of 10 in 25 cm between your breastbone and the airbag cover Hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent Bend your legs slightly so that you can...

Page 48: ...n comfortable If you are extremely tall adjust the head restraint to its highest position Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint 1 Press and hold the adjust and unlock butt...

Page 49: ...sted when the seat is occupied Failure to adjust the head restraint properly could reduce its effectiveness during certain impacts Note Adjust the seat backrest to an upright driving position before a...

Page 50: ...temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury WARNING Do not poke sharp objects into the seat cushion or seat backrest Th...

Page 51: ...osition 2 Press and hold the adjust and unlock button and the unlock and remove button 3 Pull the head restraint up Installing the Head Restraint Align the steel stems into the guide sleeves and push...

Page 52: ...personal injury Do not Place heavy objects on the seat Operate the heated seat if water or any other liquid spills on the seat Allow the seat to dry Switching the Heated Seats On and Off The vehicle...

Page 53: ...ng any of the memory feature controls during a memory recall cancels the operation You can also recall a preset memory position by Pressing the unlock button on your remote control if you linked it to...

Page 54: ...emote control is in range the memory function moves to the settings of the first key to initiate a memory recall 51 2021 Edge CDQ Canada United States of America enUSA Edition date 202011 First Printi...

Page 55: ...your vehicle off when it detects a certain amount of battery drain or after approximately 30 minutes of inactivity in accessory mode Starting the Engine With the transmission in park P press the brak...

Page 56: ...tor to park P Reverse R WARNING Move the transmission selector lever to reverse R only when your vehicle is stationary and the engine is at idle speed This position allows your vehicle to move backwar...

Page 57: ...ition on or begins to flash at any time have the system checked by an authorized dealer E270480 The brake indicator momentarily illuminates when you switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp is funct...

Page 58: ...an authorized dealer immediately Operating your vehicle with the traction control disabled could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death When y...

Page 59: ...fety Compliance Certification label vehicle weight limits can adversely affect the performance and handling of your vehicle cause vehicle damage and can result in the loss of control of your vehicle s...

Page 60: ...a single axle front or rear can carry These numbers are on the Safety Compliance Certification label WHAT IS THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING GVWR is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded ve...

Page 61: ...ight Rating of the towing vehicle Note For trailer towing information refer to the RV and Trailer Towing Guide available at an authorized dealer or online at the website that follows RV Trailer Towing...

Page 62: ...t the weight of the equipmentfromthepayloadlisted on the Tire and Loading label When towing trailer tongue weight or king pin weight is also part of payload CALCULATING THE LOAD LIMIT Steps for determ...

Page 63: ...5 72 5 kilograms Suppose your vehicle has a 1400 pound 635 kilogram cargo and luggage capacity You and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish tha...

Page 64: ...our vehicle in a manner that does not overload the front or the rear gross axle weight rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification label 61 2021 Edge CDQ Canada United Sta...

Page 65: ...hitch could reduce the hitch rating WARNING The anti lock brake system does not control the trailer brakes TOWING A TRAILER LIMITATIONS The vehicle s load capacity designation is by weight not by volu...

Page 66: ...connected the trailer frame should be level or slightly angled down toward your vehicle when viewed from the side TOWING WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS Recommended Towing Weights 2 0L EcoBoost Maximum Traile...

Page 67: ...m Trailer Frontal Area Maximum Trailer Weight Drivetrain 30 ft 2 79 m 3 500 lb 1 587 kg AWD Note All values calculated with SAE J2807 method 64 2021 Edge CDQ Canada United States of America enUSA Edit...

Page 68: ...ailer weight is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow For additional information visit www fleet ford com towing guides 65 2021 Edge CDQ Canada United States of Ame...

Page 69: ...th skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately WARNING Use only adequately sized cables wit...

Page 70: ...r cable to a ground connection point if available E309115 Starting the Engine 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and moderately rev the engine or gently press the accelerator to keep the engine...

Page 71: ...424 9153 go to www safercar gov or write to Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from www safercar gov R...

Page 72: ...voir A Engine oil dipstick B Engine oil filler cap C Brake fluid reservoir D Battery E Power distribution box F Air filter G Windshield washer fluid reservoir H 69 2021 Edge CDQ Canada United States o...

Page 73: ...A Brake fluid reservoir B Battery C Power distribution box D Air filter assembly E Engine oil dipstick F Engine oil filler cap G Windshield washer fluid reservoir H 70 2021 Edge CDQ Canada United Stat...

Page 74: ...ment panel or door panels Wipe any glass cleaner off these surfaces immediately Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid or water applied with a soft sponge or cloth Note Do not use razor blades or ot...

Page 75: ...e tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire qualit...

Page 76: ...e generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire...

Page 77: ...ndicates a radial type tire E 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 F 95 Indicates the tire...

Page 78: ...17 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 informati...

Page 79: ...aximum permissible pressure or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold inflation pressure wh...

Page 80: ...e rear axle Information on T Type Tires T145 80D16 is an example of a tire size Note The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example Tire Quality Grades do not apply to thi...

Page 81: ...s pressure will not increase the tire s load carrying capability Extra load A class of P metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 42 psi 2 9 bar Increasing the inflation pres...

Page 82: ...rmation is not found on these labels then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your v...

Page 83: ...nally installed on your vehicle are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels The use of wheels or tires not recommended may affect the operation of your tire pressure monitoring system If the tir...

Page 84: ...esult in the loss of control of your vehicle personal injury or death WARNING Donotusesnowchains on snow free roads WARNING Only fit snow chains to specified tires WARNING If your vehicle is fitted wi...

Page 85: ...you hear the snow chains rub or bang against the vehicle stop and tighten them If this does not work remove the snow chains to prevent vehicle damage Remove the snow chains when they are no longer ne...

Page 86: ...cessary tire stress irregular wear loss of vehicle control and accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimu...

Page 87: ...ls for cracking cuts bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear If internal damage to the tire is suspected have the tire dismounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced...

Page 88: ...seems to pull to one side when you are driving the wheels could be out of alignment Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can ca...

Page 89: ...rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements Tire Rotation Diagram Follow the diagram indicating the correct tire locations...

Page 90: ...in personal injury or death Note The use of tire sealants can damage the tire pressure monitoring system TIREPRESSUREMONITORING SYSTEM LIMITATIONS When the outside temperature drops significantly the...

Page 91: ...ld result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control injury or death If you have a dissimilar spare wheel and tire then it is intended for temporary use only This means that if you need to use it...

Page 92: ...tire assembly additional caution should be given to Towing a trailer Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full size...

Page 93: ...han when you are changing a wheel in an emergency WARNING Make sure there is no grease or oil on the threads or the surface between the wheel lugs and nuts This can cause the lug nuts to loosen while...

Page 94: ...vehicle on the roadside shoulder set the warning triangle upright on the shoulder of the road facing the direction of oncoming traffic E336095 13 Arrows depict vehicle jacking points on the underside...

Page 95: ...inal vehicle position and secure with the plastic wing nut Make sure the jack is fastened securely before you drive E294121 20 Unblock the wheel and retrieve the warning triangle Stowing the flat tire...

Page 96: ...the cargo area Thread the retainer strap though the tie down and pull tight 6 Secure the flat tire by tying a 2 half hitch knot E143746 93 2021 Edge CDQ Canada United States of America enUSA Edition d...

Page 97: ...ication Number Overview The vehicle identification number contains the following information E142477 World manufacturer identifier A Brake system gross vehicle weight rating restraint devices and thei...

Page 98: ...424 9153 go to www safercar gov or write to Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from www safercar gov R...

Page 99: ...ntly when servicing your vehicle For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov passenger vehicle WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals k...

Page 100: ...ssembly Information 88 Stowing the flat tire 92 Tire Change Procedure 89 Changing a Road Wheel 88 Checking the Seatbelts 23 Checking the Tire Pressures 83 Checking the Wiper Blades 37 Children and Air...

Page 101: ...ion on P Type Tires 74 Inspecting the Tire for Damage 84 Safety Practices 84 Inspecting the Tire for Wear 84 Inspecting the Wheel Valve Stems 85 Installing Child Restraints 10 Combining the Seatbelt a...

Page 102: ...ing the Head Restraint 46 Head Restraint Components 46 Installing the Head Restraint 47 Removing the Head Restraint 47 Properly Adjusting the Driver and Front Passenger Seats 29 Puncture See Changing...

Page 103: ...tation 85 Tire Rotation Diagram 86 Towing a Trailer Limitations 62 Towing a Trailer Precautions 62 Towing a Trailer 62 Towing Weights and Dimensions 63 Towing Weights and Dimensions 63 Recommended Tow...

Page 104: ...sked Questions 38 Wipers and Washers 37 Washers 38 Wipers 37 Wipers and Washers Troubleshooting 38 Wipers 37 Switching Windshield Wipers On and Off 37 Wiper Precautions 37 101 2021 Edge CDQ Canada Uni...

Page 105: ...102 2021 Edge CDQ Canada United States of America enUSA Edition date 202011 First Printing...

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