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PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS

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Detail Wash (ZC-3-A).

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2011 Fusion

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Owners Guide, 3rd Printing
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Summary of Contents for Fusion 2011

Page 1: ...C威 43 Climate Controls 44 Manual heating and air conditioning 44 Dual automatic temperature control 46 Navigation system based climate control 49 Rear window defroster 53 Lights 54 Headlamps 54 Turn signal control 58 Bulb replacement 59 Driver Controls 72 Windshield wiper washer control 72 Steering wheel adjustment 73 Power windows 79 Mirrors 81 Speed control 82 Moon roof 86 Table of Contents 1 20...

Page 2: ... 201 Trailer towing 206 Recreational towing 206 Driving 209 Starting 209 Brakes 214 AdvanceTrac威 216 Transmission operation 223 Reverse sensing system 231 Rear view camera system 233 Roadside Emergencies 249 Getting roadside assistance 249 Hazard flasher switch 250 Fuel pump shut off switch 250 Fuel pump shut off 251 Fuses and relays 252 Changing tires 258 Wheel lug nut torque 264 Jump starting 26...

Page 3: ...ies 342 Ford Extended Service Plan 344 Scheduled Maintenance 348 Normal scheduled maintenance and log 354 Index 368 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 conten...

Page 4: ...r 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 In the event of an accident this feature will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine It can also be activated through sudden vibration e g c...

Page 5: ...products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules seat belt pretensioners and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal See www dtsc ca gov ...

Page 6: ... in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle such as engine throttle steering or brake systems In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada and service and repair facilities may access or ...

Page 7: ...non trivial crash situation occurs no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data or information e g name gender age and crash location is recorded see limitations regarding 911 Assist and Traffic directions and Information privacy below However parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acq...

Page 8: ...ehicle sensors to collect the vehicle s current location travel direction and speed vehicle travel information only to help provide you with the directions traffic reports or business searches your request If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information do not activate the service Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your v...

Page 9: ...al region your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner s Guide A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements 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...

Page 10: ...ether 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 Introduction 10 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 11: ...lant 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 Introduction 11 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 12: ...urned to the on position to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection Maintenance I M testing Normally the service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present However if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing See the R...

Page 13: ...this time seek service immediately from your authorized dealer Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take yo...

Page 14: ...tays on while the engine is running there may be a malfunction with the charging system Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter AdvanceTrac威 Illuminates when Advance...

Page 15: ...orized dealer as soon as possible For more information on this system refer to Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Speed control The speed control system uses two different colored indicator lights to indicate what mode the system is in On amber light Illuminates when the speed control system is turned on Turns off when the speed control system is engaged o...

Page 16: ...dlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened Parking brake on warning chime Sounds when the parking brake is engaged and the vehicle is driven If the warning remains after the parking brake is disengaged contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Message center activation chime S...

Page 17: ...mal operating temperature the needle will be in the normal range between H and C 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 WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Instrument Cluster 17 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 18: ...cale may damage the engine Odometer Registers the total miles kilometers of the vehicle Refer to Message center in this chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English Trip odometer See TRIP A B under Message center in this chapter MESSAGE CENTER Your vehicle s message center allows you to configure personalize certain vehicle options to suit your needs The message center is also capab...

Page 19: ...ions Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel LOW FUEL LEVEL will display when you have approximately 50 miles 80 km to empty Press RESET to clear this warning message It will return at approximately 25 miles 40 km 10 miles 16 km and 0 miles 0 km miles to empty Distance to empty is calculated using a running average fuel economy whic...

Page 20: ...ess and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset the function after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter MPG L km This displays instantaneous fuel economy as a bar graph ranging from poor economy to excellent economy Your vehicle must be moving to calcu...

Page 21: ...following systems and provide a status of the item if needed 1 XXX OIL LIFE 2 DOORS STATUS 3 TRUNK CLOSED 4 BLIND SPOT SYSTEM if equipped 5 CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM if equipped 6 BRAKE SYSTEM 7 FUEL LEVEL 8 MYKEY DISTANCE If MyKey威 is programmed 9 MYKEY S PROGRAMMED 10 ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED Note Some systems show a message only if a condition is present OIL LIFE This displays the remaining oil life In...

Page 22: ...tolamp delay values of 0 10 20 30 60 90 120 or 180 seconds AUTOLOCK This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is shifted into any gear putting the vehicle in motion Press RESET to turn autolock on or off AUTOUNLOCK This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver s door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off Press RESET to turn au...

Page 23: ... to show all warnings by displaying each one for several seconds The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories Th...

Page 24: ...ne 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 contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctio...

Page 25: ...pot information system is not available See Blind Spot Information System BLIS威 with Cross Traffic Alert in the Driving chapter CROSS TRAFFIC NOT AVAILABLE if equipped Displayed when cross traffic alert is not available See Blind Spot Information System BLIS威 with Cross Traffic Alert in the Driving chapter SENSOR BLOCKED SEE MANUAL if equipped Displayed when the blind spot information system cross...

Page 26: ...played at startup when MyKey威 is in use Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information KEY COULD NOT PROGRAM Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the admin has enabled the MyKey speed limit and th...

Page 27: ...E AUDIO Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and Belt Minder威 is activated Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information ADVTRAC ON MYKEY SETTING Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use when trying to disable the AdvanceTrac威 system and the optional setting is on Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information Instrument Cluster 27 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guid...

Page 28: ...y delay With this feature the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened Setting the clock To set the time press CLOCK The display will read SET TIME Use the memory preset numbers 0 9 to enter in the desired time hours and minutes and press OK The clock will then begin from that time Note If your veh...

Page 29: ...SET to ON and either wait five seconds for the search to initiate or press OK to immediately initiate the search If you press another control within those five seconds the search will not initiate The 10 strongest stations will be filled and the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are fewer then 10 strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets RDS R...

Page 30: ...lay 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 then press SEEK TRACK to access the previous next folder SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current disc or MP3 folder DIRECT In CD mode Press DIRECT The display will read DIRECT TRACK MODE SELECT TRACK Enter the desired tr...

Page 31: ... repeatedly to cycle through SAT1 SAT2 and SAT3 modes TUNE OK Turn the knob to go to the next previous available SIRIUS威 satellite station DIRECT Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel i e 002 using the memory preset buttons 0 9 If you only enter one digit press OK and the system will go to that satellite channel If you enter three digits the system will automatically go to that channel if av...

Page 32: ...io menu for further information on selecting a satellite radio category SATELLITE RADIO MENU Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu Press to cycle through the following options CATEGORY MENU Press OK to enter category mode Press to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS威 channel Categories Pop Rock News etc Press OK when the de...

Page 33: ... to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED Note If there are no songs presently saved the display will read NO SONGS d DISABLE ALERTS ENABLE ALERTS Press OK to enable disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel The system default is disabled SONG ALERTS ENABLED DISABLED will appear in the d...

Page 34: ...h the following features BASS Press SEEK TRACK to adjust the level of bass TREBLE Press SEEK TRACK to adjust the level of treble BALANCE Press SEEK TRACK to adjust the audio between the left L and right R speakers FADE Press SEEK TRACK to adjust the audio between the back B and front F speakers SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME With this feature on radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing veh...

Page 35: ...E Auxiliary input jack Line in WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving encourage the use...

Page 36: ... appears in the display You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may be low 7 Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls Troubleshooting 1 Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home...

Page 37: ...y take their focus off the road Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving encourage the use of voice operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving Your vehicle may be equipped with a USB port inside your cente...

Page 38: ...weak station frequency is displayed CD CD player care Do Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface Inspect discs before playing Clean only with an approved CD cleaner Wipe discs from the center out Don t Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time Clean using a circular motion CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm a...

Page 39: ...e are two different modes for MP3 disc playback MP3 track mode system default and MP3 folder mode For more information on track and folder mode refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc noted by the mp3 file extension from T001 to a maximum of T255 Note The maximum number of playa...

Page 40: ...ty of music news sports weather traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS威 satellite radio channels visit www sirius com in the United States www sirius canada ca in Canada or call SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 Satellite radio reception factors To receive the satellite signal your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna locat...

Page 41: ...IUS威 satellite radio system include hardware and a limited subscription term which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle For information on extended subscription terms the online media player and other SIRIUS威 features please contact SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 Note SIRIUS威 reserves the unrestricted right to change rearrange add or delete programming including canceling moving or adding...

Page 42: ... the channel was one of your presets you may choose another channel for that preset button UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not available for this channel Contact SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 to subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel NO TEXT Artist information not available Artist information not available at this time on this channel The system is working properly NO TEXT Song title informatio...

Page 43: ... 539 7474 Satellite service has been deactivated by SIRIUS威 satellite radio Call SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 to re activate or resolve subscription issues NAVIGATION SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system Refer to the Navigation System supplement for further information SYNC姞 IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC威 a hands free communications and enterta...

Page 44: ... 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 through the vents 6 Distributes...

Page 45: ... also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle Press the MAX A C button again for normal A C operation 12 A C Press to activate deactivate air conditioning Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency Engages automatically in MAX A C defrost and floor defrost Outside temperature if equipped The outside temperature will appear in the display and is labeled ...

Page 46: ...d initially As the interior starts to cool down adjust the fan speed to maintain comfort To aid in side window defogging demisting in cold weather 1 Select 2 Select A C 3 Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort 4 Set the fan speed to the highest setting 5 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the ve...

Page 47: ...s 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 To return to full automatic control press AUTO 5 Power Press to activate deactivate the climate control system When the system is off outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle through the vents Press or to select the d...

Page 48: ...ted and the air distribution selection is either panel or panel floor 12 MAX A C Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle This re cooling of the interior 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 dea...

Page 49: ...itioning Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency A C engages automatically in MAX A C defrost and floor defrost 4 Passenger temperature Press to increase decrease the air temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle The recommended initial temperature setting is between 72 F 22 C and 75 F 24 C then adjust for comfort The passenger side temperature setting will a...

Page 50: ...ature Press to increase decrease the air temperature on the driver side of the vehicle This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when DUAL is disengaged The recommended initial temperature setting is between 72 F 22 C and 75 F 24 C then adjust for comfort The driver side temperature setting will appear in the display 10 Driver heated seat if equipped Press to control the driver heat...

Page 51: ...r seat floor vents and de mister vents Distributes air through the floor vents rear seat floor vents Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents de mister vents floor vents and rear seat floor vents The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging To return to full automatic control press AUTO on the main bezel Fan Speed Press to decrease increase the fan speed...

Page 52: ...e has been aired out A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the air distribution setting that is selected During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear it is recommended to run the A C in the MAX A C position reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle s transmission into the P Park gear po...

Page 53: ...roster on An indicator light on the button will illuminate when active The rear window defroster turns off automatically after a predetermined amount of time if a low battery condition is detected or when the ignition is turned off or to the accessory position To manually turn off the rear window defroster at any time press the control again If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and...

Page 54: ...rned to off You can change the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming procedure that follows Note If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps it will have the headlamps on with windshield wipers feature If the windshield wipers are turned on the exterior lamps will turn on with the headlamp control in the autolamp position Autolamps programmable exit delay Programmable exit delay ...

Page 55: ...h the ignition on the fog lamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is pulled toward you and is in any of the following positions Parking lamps Low beams Autolamps when active The fog lamp indicator light will illuminate when the fog lamps have been turned on The fog lamps will not operate when the high beams are active High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Pull ...

Page 56: ... these 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 lit components in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation Tap the top or bottom of the control to brighten dim all interior lit components incrementally or Press and hold at the first positi...

Page 57: ... height of the headlamp bulb center from 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 To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting you may want to block the light from one headlamp while adjusting the other 4 On th...

Page 58: ...zontal reference line 6 Close the hood and turn off the lamps HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON ADJUSTABLE TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to activate the left turn signal Push up to activate the right turn signal INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps and map lamps The map lamps are located on the overhead console Press the controls to turn on the lamps Lights 58 2011 Fusion fsn Owners ...

Page 59: ...ires BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure Condensation can be a natural by product of this design When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents there is a possibility that 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 ...

Page 60: ...ty bulb burn time Function Number of bulbs Trade number Headlamp high beam 2 H7LL Headlamp low beam 2 H11LL Front sidemarker lamp 2 168 Front park turn signal lamp 2 3457NAK amber Rear sidemarker lamp N A LED Stop tail turn lamp 2 T20 Backup lamp 2 921 License plate lamp 2 C5W High mount brake lamp N A LED Fog lamp if equipped 2 H11 Map lamp 2 12V6W Dome reading lamp 6 578 Visor vanity lamp Slide ...

Page 61: ...ngine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running 1 Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover See Changing the air filter element in the Maintenance Specifications section for more information 2 Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing 3 Locate the mass air flow sensor electrical connector on the air outlet tube This connector ...

Page 62: ...s in the off position then open the hood 2 Reach over the front bolster 3 Disengage the windshield washer bottle flexible neck strap attachment and move it to gain access to the bulb 4 Remove the rubber headlamp bulb access cover 5 Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise then pull it straight out of the lamp assembly Lights 62 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 63: ...b access cover to the housing 9 Re apply pressure around the housing to make sure the protective cover is completely seated 10 Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb you should not need to align it again Low beam bulb replacement For passenger side replacement of the low beam bulb do the following 1 Make sure headlam...

Page 64: ...your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated 6 Connect the new bulb socket to the electrical connector 7 Install the new bulb socket into the lamp assembly by aligning the indexing fingers then rotate clockwise to the locked position 8 Install the rubber bulb access cover to the housing 9 Re apply pressure around the housing to make sure the protective rubber co...

Page 65: ...ight out of the lamp assembly 4 Disconnect the electrical connector For passenger side replacement of the high beam bulb see your authorized dealer For passenger side replacement of the low beam bulb do the following 1 Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left 2 Remove the press pins located in the wheel well and pull the wheel liner back 3 Reaching through the wheel well remove the rubber h...

Page 66: ...xible neck strap attachment and move it to gain access to the bulb 4 Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise then pull it out of the lamp assembly 5 Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new one 6 Install new bulb socket into the lamp assembly by aligning the indexing fingers then rotate clockwise to locked position Lights 66 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Pri...

Page 67: ... air filter housing cover 2 Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing 3 Locate the mass air flow sensor electrical connector on the air outlet tube 1 This connector will need to be unplugged 4 Remove the air filter assembly 5 Remove the bolts on the air inlet 3 then remove the air inlet 6 Reach over the front bolster to access the bulb 7 Remove the bulb socket by rotating it coun...

Page 68: ...plete the process Replacing front side marker bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position 2 From underneath the vehicle partially remove the tire splash shield by removing the press pins After removing to allow free access to the front side marker lamp bulb and electrical wire harness the splash shield should be able to be repositioned 3 Rotate the lamp clockwise while holding th...

Page 69: ...sition and open the trunk 2 Lift out trunk floor carpeting panel to access a luggage scuff plate hard molding and a trunk side panel dark grey soft wheelhouse side trim panel at the lamp area 3 Carefully pull push the trunk side panel dark grey soft wheelhouse side trim panel outboard to expose the lamp assembly The most effective point to grasp the trunk side panel when pulling it out from the lu...

Page 70: ...nk floor carpeting panel Replacing high mount brake lamp bulb Your vehicle is equipped with an LED center high mount stop lamp It is designed to last the life of the vehicle If replacement is required see your authorized dealer Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position 2 Remove the screws from the license plate lamp assembly 3 Remove bulb socket by ...

Page 71: ... removing to allow free access to the front fog lamp bulb and electrical wire harness the splash shield flap can be repositioned 3 Rotate the harness bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove from the fog lamp 4 Carefully disconnect the bulb from the harness assembly via the two snap clips Install the new bulb in reverse order Lights 71 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 72: ...the rain sensitive wipers will vary based on the amount of moisture detected on the windshield and the auto interval setting There are no interval intermittent wipe settings on vehicles with rain sensing wipers The wipers will continue to wipe as long as the presence of moisture is detected on the windshield More or less wiping may occur depending on humidity mist or light rain or road spray Keep ...

Page 73: ...er motor to burn out Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield always use the windshield washer In freezing weather be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers Windshield wiper rainlamp feature if equipped with autolamp When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position the exterior lamps will...

Page 74: ... the visor mirror lamps Slide on rod feature if equipped Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage Note To stow the visor back into the headliner visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield Driver Controls 74 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 75: ... in on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the compass still appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass calibration adjustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass point that...

Page 76: ...ther repeatedly until ZONE XX changes to the correct zone 1 15 in the CID 5 The direction will display after the buttons are released The zone is now updated Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines For optimum calibration turn off all electrical accessories heater air conditioning wipers etc and make sure all vehi...

Page 77: ... calibration 4 The compass is now calibrated CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features These include 1 Cupholders with ambient lighting if equipped 2 Secondary storage bin on hinges inside utility compartment 3 Utility compartment with power point auxiliary input jack AIJ USB port if equipped and coin holder inside WARNING Use only soft cups in the cup holder H...

Page 78: ...the cigarette lighter socket if equipped Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty and can result in fire or serious injury To prevent the fuse from being blown do not use the power point s over the vehicle capacity of 12V DC 180W If the power point is not working a fuse may have blown Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on ...

Page 79: ...ches 5 8 cm One touch up or down This feature allows the driver s window and passenger s window if equipped with this feature to open or close fully without holding the control down To operate one touch down press the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly The window will open fully Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation To operate one to...

Page 80: ...ndition within two seconds after the window reaches the bounce back position pull and hold the switch up and the window will travel up with no bounce back or pinch protection If the switch is released before the window is fully closed the window will stop For example this can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the window or seals Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver...

Page 81: ...whenever the vehicle is placed in R Reverse to ensure 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 Note A rear center passenger and or raised rear center headrest if equipped may also block the light from reaching the sensor Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with har...

Page 82: ...or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products Blind spot mirrors if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with blind spot mirrors or a blind spot information system Refer to Blind spot mirrors or Blind spot...

Page 83: ...t which illuminates when the system is engaged Setting speed control To set speed control 1 Press and release ON 2 Accelerate to the desired speed 3 Press and release SET 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 5 The green indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on Note Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the ...

Page 84: ...ss and release SET to increase the vehicle set speed in 1 mph 1 6 km h increments Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed then press and release SET Reducing speed while using speed control To reduce the set speed Press and hold SET until you get to the desired speed then release You can also use SET to operate the tap down function Press and release SET to decrease the vehicle set s...

Page 85: ...icon appears on the navigation display to use the voice command feature Press to complete a voice command For further information on the navigation system refer to the Navigation System supplement SYNC威 system hands free control feature if equipped Press briefly to use the voice command feature You will hear a tone and LISTENING will appear in the radio display Press and hold to exit voice command...

Page 86: ...the moon roof back to open or tilt up from the closed position 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 To open the moon roof The moon roof is equipped with an automatic one touch express opening closing and venting feature Press and release the rear portion of the control To stop mot...

Page 87: ...ce back protection If the control is released before the moon roof reaches fully closed or the ignition is turned off without accessory delay being active the moon roof will stop Security override can be used if the moon roof movement is restricted in some way for example if there is ice on the moon roof or seals To vent To tilt the moon roof into the vent position when the glass panel is closed p...

Page 88: ...g Do not program the Car2U威 system with the vehicle in the garage Do not use the Car2U威 system with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U S Federal Safety Standards this includes any garage door opener manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future Car2U威 system p...

Page 89: ...g on the gate system model Contact the Car2U威 help line at 1 866 572 2728 to program your Car2U威 system Note Accidentally entering the program mode may override previously programmed buttons This can happen by pressing and releasing the outer two buttons or all three buttons simultaneously If this happens do not press any button until the module times out after approximately 2 5 seconds and resets...

Page 90: ...r vehicle Press and hold the Car2U威 system button you would like to use to control the garage door You may need to hold the button from 5 20 seconds during which time the selected button indicator light will blink slowly Immediately within 1 second release the button once the garage door moves When the button is released the indicator light will begin to blink rapidly until programming is complete...

Page 91: ...ter it has been initially programmed it is necessary to erase the current settings using the Erasing the Car2U威 Home Automation System buttons procedure and then programming all of the devices being used Fixed code programming Note Do not program the Car2U威 system with the vehicle in the garage Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the transmitter 1 To program units with f...

Page 92: ...usly press and release all three Car2U威 system buttons The indicator lights will turn on 5 Press and hold the Car2U威 system button you would like to use to control the garage door Immediately within 1 second release the button once the garage door moves During this time the selected button indicator light will blink slowly Do not release the button until you see the garage door move Most garage do...

Page 93: ...ltaneously for approximately 20 seconds until the indicator lights begin to blink rapidly The indicator lights are located directly above the buttons 2 Once the indicator lights begin to blink release your fingers from the buttons The codes for all buttons are erased If you sell your vehicle equipped with the Car2U威 system it is recommended that you erase the programming for security reasons FCC a...

Page 94: ...the eyelets are over the retention posts and press down to lock in Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal To remove the floor mat reverse the installation procedure INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL Press the remote trunk release control on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel Driver Controls 94 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Pri...

Page 95: ...le through your authorized dealer Standard SecuriLock威 keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency For more information regarding programming replacement IKTs refer to the SecuriLock威 passive anti theft system section later in this chapter Note Your vehicle s IKTs were iss...

Page 96: ...ion of Belt Minder威 operation Low fuel warnings are displayed in the message center followed by a chime when the distance to empty value reaches 75 miles 120 km The following systems if equipped cannot be turned off reverse sensing system blind spot information system BLIS威 with cross traffic alert and collision warning system Optional settings these settings can be changed Vehicle speed is limite...

Page 97: ...e key cycle that it was created otherwise a standard key administrator key is required to clear the MyKey威 programming To clear all MyKeys威 go to Step 2 in the Clear MyKey威 section Programming MyKey威 Optional Settings Turn the ignition on using an admin key To program the optional settings use the message center buttons to do the following 1 Press SETUP until RESET FOR MYKEY SETTINGS is displayed ...

Page 98: ...ct deletion of a MyKey威 ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED Indicates how many admin keys are programmed to the vehicle Can be used to detect if an additional spare key has been programmed to the vehicle Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for MyKey威 system warnings displays Using MyKey威 with remote start systems MyKey威 is not compatible with non Ford approved aftermarket remote start syst...

Page 99: ...ear MyKey威 section Troubleshooting Condition Potential Causes Can t create a MyKey威 Key in the ignition is already a MyKey威 Key in the ignition is the last remaining admin key there always has to be at least one admin key SecuriLock威 Passive Anti Theft System is disabled or in unlimited mode Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as MyKey威 Refer to Using MyKey威 wit...

Page 100: ...s recognized as an admin key Refer to the Using MyKey威 with remote start systems section to reset all MyKeys威 as admin keys MyKey威 programmed total includes one additional key Unknown key has been programmed to the vehicle as a MyKey威 Vehicle is equipped with a remote start system Refer to Using MyKey威 with remote start systems section Admin keys programmed total includes one additional key Unknow...

Page 101: ...e driver s door with a key or using the lock control on the remote entry transmitter portion of your Integrated Keyhead Transmitter If both front doors are closed the vehicle can be locked from any method regardless of whether the key is in the ignition or not Autolock feature The autolock feature will lock all the doors when all the doors are closed the ignition is in the on position you shift in...

Page 102: ...ning again 1 Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the on position 2 Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times 3 Turn the ignition from the on position to the off position 4 Press the power door unlock 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 a...

Page 103: ...f the vehicle has been electronically locked before the driver door is opened Deactivating activating autounlock feature Your vehicle comes with the autounlock features activated there are four methods to enable disable this feature Through your authorized dealer by using a power door unlock lock sequence or by using the keyless entry keypad if equipped or by using the instrument cluster message c...

Page 104: ...p once if autounlock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autounlock was activated 7 Turn the ignition to the off position The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete Keyless entry keypad procedure 1 Turn the ignition to the 1 off position 2 Close all the doors 3 Enter factory set 5 digit entry code 4 Press and hold the 3 4 While holding the 3 4 press and rele...

Page 105: ...nsert the key and turn to the lock position key at an angle to engage the childproof lock Insert the key and turn to the unlock position key horizontal to disengage the childproof lock 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 ins...

Page 106: ...ompartment 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 107: ...tures around the vehicle or other vehicles parked next to your vehicle The IKT allows you to remotely unlock the vehicle doors remotely lock all the vehicle doors remotely open the trunk activate the personal alarm arm and disarm the perimeter anti theft system operate the illuminated entry feature The remote entry lock unlock feature operates in any ignition position except while the key is held ...

Page 108: ... the doors 1 Press and release to lock all the doors The turn lamps will flash 2 Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed Note The doors will lock again the horn will chirp and the turn lamps will illuminate once if all the doors and trunk are closed Note If any door or the trunk is not closed or if the hood is not closed in vehicles equipped with the p...

Page 109: ...er to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries 3 Insert the new battery Refer to the instructions inside the IKT for the correct orientation of the battery Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity 4 Snap the battery cover back onto the key Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT to become deprogrammed from your ...

Page 110: ...hey have been turned on with the dimmer control or any door is open Perimeter lamps illuminated entry With the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter system the following items will illuminate when the control on the transmitter is pressed Parking lamps Tail lamps Headlamps The lamps will automatically turn off if the ignition switch is turned to the 3 on position The vehicle is locked using the keyless e...

Page 111: ... one short and one long to indicate the perimeter lighting feature has been activated 7 Turn the ignition to the 1 off position to exit the procedure Note The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete Illuminated exit When all vehicle doors are closed and the key is removed from the ignition the interior lamps and the puddle lamps if equipped will illuminate The lamps will turn off...

Page 112: ... own personal entry code 1 Enter the factory set code 2 Within five seconds press the 1 2 on the keypad 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other 4 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that your personal keycode has been programmed to the module Tips Do not set a code that uses five of the same number Do not use five numbers in sequentia...

Page 113: ...he 5 6 control within five seconds To lock all doors press and hold the 7 8 and the 9 0 at the same time with the driver s door closed You do not need to enter the keypad code first SECURILOCK姞 PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock威 passive anti theft system is an engine immobilization system This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded integrated keyhead tra...

Page 114: ...g as a theft deterrent When the ignition is in the on position the indicator will glow for three seconds to indicate normal system functionality If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock威 system the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the on position If this occurs turn the ignition off then back to on to make sure there was no electronic interference with the progr...

Page 115: ...be programmed Replacing coded keys can be very costly Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys Programming spare keys You can program your own integrated keyhead transmitters or standard SecuriLock威 coded keys to your vehicle This procedure will program b...

Page 116: ... and removing the previously programmed coded key insert the new unprogrammed key new key valet key into the ignition 8 Turn the ignition from the 1 off position to the 3 on position Keep the ignition in the 3 on position for at least six seconds 9 Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle s engine and will operate...

Page 117: ...three seconds on the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT the horn will chirp once to let you know that all doors the hood and the trunk are closed If any of these are not closed the horn will chirp twice to warn you that a door the hood or the trunk is still open Press the driver or passenger interior door lock control while the door is open then close the door Press the 7 8 and the 9 0 c...

Page 118: ...river s door to unlock the vehicle a chime will sound and the message center will display TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE when you open the door and you will have 12 seconds to disarm the alarm system using any of the actions above otherwise the alarm will trigger Pressing the power door unlock control within the 20 second prearmed mode will return the vehicle to a disarmed state Triggering the anti t...

Page 119: ...eat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that are vertically adjustable WARNING To minimize the risk...

Page 120: ...t 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 is occupied To remove the adjustable head restraint do the following 1 Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position 2 Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust release button and the unl...

Page 121: ... forward towards your head to the desired location After the head restraint reaches the forward most tilt position pivoting it forward again will then release it to the rearward un tilted position Adjusting the front manual seat if equipped WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug an...

Page 122: ... Using the manual lumbar support if equipped The lumbar control is located on the side of the seat cushion Turn to adjust lumbar support Adjusting the front power seat if equipped WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Seating and Safety Restraints 122 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 123: ...the floor WARNING To reduce the risk of possible serious injury Do not hang objects off seat back or stow objects in the seatback 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 R...

Page 124: ... Power recline if equipped Press the control to recline the seatback forward or rearward Using the power lumbar support if equipped The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat Press one side of the control to adjust firmness Press the other side of the control to adjust softness Seating and Safety Restraints 124 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 125: ...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 The heated seats will only function when the ignition is in the on position To operate the heated seats DATC systems Press the control located on the climate control system panel once to activate ...

Page 126: ...lease button 3 and a guide sleeve unlock remove button 4 To adjust the outboard head restraints do the following 1 Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint 2 Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust release button and pushing down on the head restraint Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top o...

Page 127: ...cle To reinstall the outboard head restraints do the following 1 Insert the 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 i...

Page 128: ...d holding the guide sleeve adjust release button and pushing down on the head restraint 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 devi...

Page 129: ...ve 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 of a crash head restraints m...

Page 130: ... the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision Make sure that the safety belt for the rear center passenger is properly routed over the rear se...

Page 131: ...a variety of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety System consists of Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints Front outboard safety belts with pretensioners energy management retractors first row only and safety belt usage sensors Driver s seat position sensor Front passenger sensing system Passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp Front crash ...

Page 132: ... airbag supplemental restraints The dual stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbag inflation energy A lower less forceful energy level is provided for more common moderate severity impacts A higher energy level is used for the most severe impacts Refer to Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this chapter Front crash severity sensor The front crash severity sen...

Page 133: ...front passenger seat contrary to proper child seating or restraint usage recommendations Even with this technology parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat The sensor also turns off the passenger front airbag and passenger seat mounted side airbag when the passenger seat is empty and the safety belt is unbuckled or when a child or a small person occupie...

Page 134: ...aints crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt buckle sensors driver seat position sensor and front passenger sensing system In addition the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The warning light will either flash or stay lit The warning light will not illuminate immediat...

Page 135: ... likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a si...

Page 136: ...on and remove the tongue from the buckle Restraint of pregnant women WARNING Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and the safety belt properly fastened The lap portion of the safety belt should fit snug and be positioned low across the hips The shoulder portion of the safety belt should be positioned across the chest Pregnant women should also follow this practice See figure below Seat...

Page 137: ...ehicle 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 In addition the retractor is designed to lock if the webbing is pulled out too quickly If this occurs let the belt retract slightly and pull webbing out again in a slow and controlled manner Automatic locking mode In this mode the shoul...

Page 138: ... feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all safety belts should be checked for proper function WARNING BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked by an authorized dealer Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increas...

Page 139: ...n that results in deployment of front airbags seat mounted side airbags and side air curtains and safety belt pretensioners Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended there is an 8 inch 20 cm safety belt extension assembly that can be added part number 611C22 This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer Use only extensions manufactured by the same...

Page 140: ...jury in a collision Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts Conditions of operation If Then The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position The safety belt warning light illuminates 1 2 minutes and the warn...

Page 141: ...he driver s and passenger s safety belt usages are monitored and either may activate the Belt Minder威 feature The warnings are the same for the driver and the front passenger If the Belt Minder威 warnings have expired warnings for approximately five minutes for one occupant driver or front passenger the other occupant can still activate the Belt Minder威 feature When the Belt Minder威 feature is acti...

Page 142: ...ing light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled The driver s or front passenger s safety belt becomes unbuckled for approximately 1 minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 3 mph 5 km h and more than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on The Be...

Page 143: ...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 144: ...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 will terminate...

Page 145: ...completed within 30 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off 3 For the seating position being disabled buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times at a moderate speed ending in the unbuckled state Step 3 must be completed within 30 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off After Step 3 the restraint system warning light airbag light will be turned on for three seconds...

Page 146: ...on or over the airbag cover may cause those objects to be thrown by the airbag into your face and torso or may result in a failure of the airbag to inflate properly both of which could result in serious injury Important supplemental restraint system precautions Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is greatest close to the trim covering the airbag m...

Page 147: ...e 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 serious injury WARNING Do not atte...

Page 148: ...g supplemental restraint system work The safety belt pretensioner and airbag SRS are designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates pretensioner activation and airbag inflation The fact that the pretensioners and airbags did not activate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with ...

Page 149: ...eye 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 in...

Page 150: ...ystem 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 frontal airbag if the front passenger...

Page 151: ...s 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 passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front ...

Page 152: ...perly 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 sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the fro...

Page 153: ...passenger feet and knees resting or pushing on the seat The conditions listed above may cause the weight of a properly seated occupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the front passenger sensing system The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or lighter due to the conditions described in the list above WARNING To reduce the risk of possible serious injury Do not stow objects in s...

Page 154: ...d If the airbag readiness light remains illuminated this may or may not be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number sho...

Page 155: ...over on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision WARNING Do not use accessory seat covers The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident...

Page 156: ... collision The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats In certain lateral collisions the airbag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle su...

Page 157: ...tine maintenance of the airbag is not required Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light same light as used for front airbag system will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned to the on position A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the...

Page 158: ...oor 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 pro...

Page 159: ...yment The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags Two crash sensors located under the outboard side of the front seats attached near the floor Two crash sensors located at the base of the C pillars above the wheel house Side air curtains and side airbags in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a si...

Page 160: ... sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air curtain and seat mounted side airbag inflation The fact that the side air curtain and seat mounted side airbag 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 The side air curtain system is designed to...

Page 161: ...authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision SOS Post Crash Alert System The system automatically flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the horn three times at four second intervals in the event of a serious impact that deploys an airbag front side side curtain if equipped or Safety Canopy威 if equipped or the safety belt pretensi...

Page 162: ...afety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST and consult your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or on the ...

Page 163: ...4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall or greater than 80 lb 36 kg or 100 lb 45 kg if recommended by child restraint manufacturer Use a vehicle safety belt having the lap belt snug and low across the hips shoulder belt centered across the shoulder and chest and seatback upright You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the U S and Canada Many states and provinces r...

Page 164: ...e all children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat WARNING Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for you...

Page 165: ...properly in a device that is appropriate for their age height and weight All children are shaped differently The child height age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint syste...

Page 166: ...formation presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this chapter Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat ...

Page 167: ... 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 help prevent accidental unbuckling Place vehicle seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Step 5 below This vehicle does not require t...

Page 168: ... grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted Seating and Safety Restraints 168 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 169: ...o pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked 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 be...

Page 170: ...TCH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points two 2 lower anchors located where the vehicle seat back and seat cushion meet called the seat bight and one 1 top tether anchor located behind that seating position LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCH equipped seating positions in your vehicle This ...

Page 171: ...his chapter Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown WARNING Never attach two child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break causing serious injury or death WARNING Depending on where you secure a child restraint and depending on the child restraint design you may block a...

Page 172: ...licable Tug the child seat from side to side and forward and back where it is secured to the vehicle The seat should move less than one inch when you do this for a proper installation If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attaching child safety seats When used in combination eithe...

Page 173: ... you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments and have attached the top tether strap to the proper top tether anchor 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 protect...

Page 174: ... of a collision 5 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use Ford also recommends its use Seating and Safety Restraints 174 2...

Page 175: ...le lap shoulder safety belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably at the edge of the cushion while minimizing slouching Booster seats may also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably Try to keep the belt near the middle of the shoulder and across the center of the chest Moving the child closer a few centimete...

Page 176: ...o types of belt positioning booster seats backless and high back Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap shoulder belt Backless booster seats If your backless booster seat has a removable shield remove the shield If a vehicle seating position has a low seat back or no head restraint a backless booster seat may place your child s head as measured at the tops of the ears above t...

Page 177: ...d snug across 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 drawings below compare the ideal fit center to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder The drawings below also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child s hips...

Page 178: ...tenance Inspect the vehicle safety belts and child safety seat systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the vehicle and child seat safety belts to make sure there are no nicks tears or cuts Replace if necessary All vehicle safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front safety belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped s...

Page 179: ...WARNING Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Seating and Safety Restraints 179 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 180: ...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 181: ...re 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 label...

Page 182: ...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 lower...

Page 183: ... 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 184: ...eel 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 Inspecting your tires and wheel val...

Page 185: ...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 186: ...e 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 on either the Safety Compl...

Page 187: ...ting Always 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 whee...

Page 188: ...inspect the tires for damage If a tire is under inflated or damaged deflate it remove wheel and replace it with your spare 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 cau...

Page 189: ...are tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road 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...

Page 190: ...dicates 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 informati...

Page 191: ...r 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 A...

Page 192: ...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 193: ...ks 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 pressur...

Page 194: ...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 purchase new tires to match the new wheel...

Page 195: ...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 196: ...o properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire failure loss of control vehicle rollover and personal injury Changing tires with a TPMS Each road tire is equipped with a tire pressure sensor located inside the tire wheel cavity The pressure sensor is attached to the valve stem The pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is not visible unless the tire is removed Care must ...

Page 197: ...s off your tire pressure still needs to be checked Visit www checkmytires org for additional information When your temporary spare tire is installed When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare the TPMS will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle To restore the full functionality of...

Page 198: ... After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle 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 syst...

Page 199: ...rature 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 overnight with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the ti...

Page 200: ...when using snow tires and chains Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle Use only SAE Class S cables or equivalent on the front axle for P205 60R16 equipped vehicles SAE Class S chains or other conventional link chains may cause damage to the vehicles wheel house and or body Do not install tire chains cables or optional traction devices...

Page 201: ...on the Tire Label on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a Tire Label Look for THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX lb for maximum payload The payload listed on the Tire Label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant If any aftermarket or authorized dealer install...

Page 202: ...e Base Curb Weight including cargo and optional equipment GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload Tires Wheels and Loading 202 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 203: ...t never exceed its GAWR GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The GVW must never exceed the GVWR Tires ...

Page 204: ...andard vehicle handling or performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury WARNING Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label Tires Wheels and Loading 204 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 205: ...l be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lb In metric units 635 340 5 x 68 295 kg 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 The following gives you a few examples on how...

Page 206: ...tric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 9 x 45 kg 635 198 405 32 kg The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your 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 found on the edge of the driver s door TRAILER TOWING WARNING Never tow a trailer wi...

Page 207: ...ow If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground follow these instructions Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission should have the transmission fluid level checked by an authorized dealer For the correct transmission fluid level when flat towing all four wheels on the ground refer to Transmission fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Tow only in the forward dire...

Page 208: ... four wheels off the ground on a car hauling trailer All wheel drive AWD vehicles equipped with a 3 5L engine can t be towed with any wheels on the ground as vehicle or transmission damage may occur It is recommended to tow your vehicle with all four wheels off the ground such as when using a car hauling trailer Otherwise no recreational towing is permitted Tires Wheels and Loading 208 2011 Fusion...

Page 209: ...our vehicle This system meets all Canadian interference causing equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise 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 To avoid potential transmi...

Page 210: ...your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions When the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants buckle their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their p...

Page 211: ...s set Push the clutch pedal to the floor 3 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 Driving 211 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 212: ...l 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 avoid its dangerous effects WARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if y...

Page 213: ...t an extension cord as possible Do not use multiple extension cords Instead use one extension cord which is long enough to reach from the engine block heater cord to the outlet without stretching Make certain that the extension cord is in excellent condition not patched or spliced Store your extension cord indoors at temperatures above 32 F 0 C Outdoor conditions can deteriorate extension cords ov...

Page 214: ...e engine block heater cord plug BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by an authorized dealer If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer Refer to Warning lights a...

Page 215: ...s when the ignition is turned on If the light does not illuminate during start up remains on or flashes the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced Even when the ABS is disabled and the ABS light is on normal braking is still effective If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake released have your brake system serviced immediately Parking brake To set the parking brake 1 ...

Page 216: ...stem In addition installing any stereo loudspeakers may interfere with and adversely affect the AdvanceTrac威 system Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible from the front center console the tunnel and the front seats in order to minimize the risk of interfering with the AdvanceTrac威 sensors Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac威 system could lead to an increased risk ...

Page 217: ...ceTrac威 system to operate If the stability control light illuminates steadily have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately If equipped with a message center the vehicle will also indicate a failure with the AdvanceTrac威 system When AdvanceTrac威 performs a normal system self check some drivers may notice a slight movement of the brake and or a rumble grunting or grinding noise after...

Page 218: ... cool down period The engine traction control and brake traction control systems may be deactivated in certain situations See the Switching off AdvanceTrac威 section below Electronic stability control ESC Electronic stability control ESC may enhance your vehicle s directional stability during adverse maneuvers for example when cornering severely or avoiding objects in the roadway ESC operates by ap...

Page 219: ...tability control switch again will turn off the stability control off light In R Reverse ABS and the engine and brake traction control features will continue to function however ESC is disabled AdvanceTrac威 Features Control switch functions Stability control light Stability control off light ESC Traction control Default at start up Illuminated during bulb check Illuminated during bulb check Enable...

Page 220: ...TEERING ASSIST FAULT will be displayed in the message center If this happens stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine After at least 10 seconds reset the system by restarting the engine and watch the message center for POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT If the message returns or returns while driving take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked With the message displayed the steerin...

Page 221: ...onents improper steering alignment A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander pull Speed sensitive steering The steering in your vehicle is speed sensitive At lower speeds the assist is increased to improve maneuverability If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes while driving at a constant vehicle speed have the power steering syste...

Page 222: ...r on the driver s side of the shifter assembly 5 Apply the brake pedal Using a screwdriver or similar tool press and hold the brake shift interlock lever while pulling the gearshift lever out of the P Park position and into the N Neutral position 6 Install the trim panel 2 and chrome ring 1 in reverse order 7 Apply brake pedal start the vehicle and release the parking brake See your authorized dea...

Page 223: ...s fuel economy benefit may be perceived as a light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from the accelerator pedal P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear Press the brake pedal Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P Park Come to a complete stop Move the gearshift lever and sec...

Page 224: ...n operates in gears one through five The grade assist lamp in the instrument cluster is illuminated Improves driving experience in hilly terrain or mountainous areas by providing additional grade engine braking and extends lower gear operation on uphill climbs Provides additional engine braking through the automatic transmission shift strategy which reacts to vehicle inputs vehicle acceleration ac...

Page 225: ... at a higher overall RPM to provide optimum engine braking Is not intended for use under extended or normal driving conditions and results in lower fuel economy Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6 speed automatic transmission equipped with a 3 0L or 3 5L V6 Duratec姞 engine if equipped Your vehicle has been designed to improve fuel economy by reducing fuel usage while coasting or deceler...

Page 226: ...nd make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Switch the ignition off 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 is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down whil...

Page 227: ... gearshift lever from D Drive into M Manual you now have control of selecting the gear you desire Gearshift lever toggle switch Vehicles equipped with the 2 5L sport or 3 0L engine To manually downshift the transmission with the gearshift lever in M Manual press on the gearshift lever To manually upshift the transmission with the gearshift lever in M Manual press on the gearshift lever Vehicles eq...

Page 228: ... some downshifts if it has determined that you have not downshifted in time Although the SST will make some downshifts for you it will still allow you to downshift at any time as long as the SST determines that the engine will not be damaged from over revving The SST will not automatically upshift even if the engine is approaching the RPM limit It must be shifted manually by moving the gearshift l...

Page 229: ...tch pedal must be fully pressed to the floor Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it doesn t interfere with the full extension of the clutch pedal Failure to fully press the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift efforts prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to ho...

Page 230: ...e by pushing the gearshift knob down then moving the lever fully to the left then forward Note The gearshift lever can only be moved to R Reverse by pushing the knob down before shifting to reverse This is a lockout feature which protects the transmission from accidentally engaging R Reverse when intending to select 1 First If R Reverse is not fully engaged press the clutch pedal down and return t...

Page 231: ...s section Reverse sensing is only an aid for some generally large and fixed objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at parking speeds Inclement weather may also affect the function of the RSS this may include reduced performance or a false activation WARNING To help avoid personal injury always use caution when in R Reverse and when using the RSS WARNING This system is not designed to pre...

Page 232: ...ll be reduced to a predetermined level After the warning goes away the radio will return to the previous value The RSS automatically turns on when the gearshift lever is placed in R Reverse and the ignition is on A control in the message center allows the driver to disable the system Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information Keep the RSS sensors located on the ...

Page 233: ...e from the green zone to the yellow or red zones Use the side mirrors and rear view mirror to get better coverage on both sides and rear of the vehicle Image delay if displayed through the rear view mirror When shifting out of R Reverse and into any other gear the image in the rear view mirror will remain on for a few seconds before it shuts off to assist in parking or trailer hookup Image delay i...

Page 234: ...t your reaction time to stop the vehicle WARNING Do not use the camera system with the trunk open If the back end of the vehicle is hit or damaged then check with your authorized dealer to have your rear view camera checked for proper coverage and operation Night time and dark area use At night time or in dark areas the camera system relies on the reverse lamp lighting to produce an image Therefor...

Page 235: ...he adjacent lane is at a safe distance signal that you are going to change lanes Glance over your shoulder to verify traffic is clear and carefully change lanes When the approaching vehicle is at a distance its image is small and near the inboard edge of the main mirror As the vehicle approaches the image becomes larger and begins to move outboard across the main mirror 1 As the vehicle approaches...

Page 236: ...eplacement for using the side and rear view mirrors and looking over your shoulder before changing lanes BLIS威 is not a replacement for careful driving and only an assist The BLIS威 has an yellow indicator also referred to as the alert located in the left and right exterior mirrors When the vehicle is started the BLIS威 automatically illuminates both indicators for several seconds indicating the sys...

Page 237: ...n signal is activated BLIS威 detection limitations Due to the nature of radar technology there may be certain instances where vehicles entering and exiting the blind spot zones may not be detected Below is a list of circumstances that may cause non detection Debris build up on the rear quarter panel fascias Certain maneuvering of vehicles entering and exiting the blind zone Vehicles passing through...

Page 238: ...etecting vehicles in the blind zones The system will not detect infrastructure pedestrians or bicyclists WARNING To help avoid personal injury NEVER use the CTA system as a replacement for using the side and rear view mirrors and looking over your shoulder before backing out of a parking space CTA is not a replacement for careful driving and only an assist The CTA system detects vehicles approachi...

Page 239: ...ucted by an adjacently parked vehicle or object Approaching vehicles passing at speeds greater than 15 mph 24 km h Severe weather conditions Driving in reverse faster than 3 mph 5 km h Backing out of an angled parking spot CTA False Alerts Due to the nature of radar technology there may be certain instances when the BLIS威 will alert with no object present when backing up This is known as a false a...

Page 240: ... center will display BLIND SPOT DISABLED and or CTA DISABLED BLIS威 CTA fault operation If the BLIS威 CTA senses a fault on either the left or right sensor the BLIS威 alert indicator will go ON and remain ON and the message center will display BLIND SPOT SYSTEM FAULT or CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM FAULT For faults that may cause the associated left or right alert indicator not to illuminate only the message...

Page 241: ...Clean the fascia area in front of the radar either left or right side or remove obstruction The surface of the left or right radar is not dirty or obstructed Drive normally in traffic for a few minutes to allow the radar to detect that it is no longer blocked Note the vehicle must be in D Drive and a few vehicles must pass so that the BLIS威 can clear a blocked state Heavy rainfall or heavy snowfal...

Page 242: ...ont wheel drive Note Your AWD vehicle is not intended for off road use The AWD feature gives your vehicle some limited off road capabilities in which driving surfaces are relatively level obstruction free and otherwise similar to normal on road driving conditions Operating your vehicle under other than those conditions could subject the vehicle to excessive stress which might result in damage whic...

Page 243: ...k in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Your vehicle is equipped with a traction control system It may be beneficial to disengage the traction control system while attempting to rock the vehicle Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temper...

Page 244: ... these abrupt inputs AWD systems if equipped AWD uses all four wheels to power the vehicle This increases traction enabling you to drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two wheel drive vehicle cannot Sand When driving over sand try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through ...

Page 245: ...t lubricant should be checked and changed if necessary After driving through mud clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components Tread Lightly is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas ...

Page 246: ... lose control The front wheels have to be turning in order to steer the vehicle Your vehicle has anti lock brakes therefore apply the brakes steadily Do not pump the brakes Driving on snow and ice Note Excessive tire slippage can cause transmission damage AWD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle Should you start to slide while driving on sn...

Page 247: ...ications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability For this reason Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts such as lift kits or stabilizer bars or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the o...

Page 248: ... 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 always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Wet br...

Page 249: ...ithin a 12 month period winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries towing Ford and Lincoln eligible vehicles towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 km of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer If a member requests to be towed to an authorized dealer more than 35 miles 56 km from the disablement location the mem...

Page 250: ...S coverage Please refer to your Warranty Guide or visit our website at www ford ca for information on Canadian services and benefits Canadian customers who need to obtain roadside information call 1 800 665 2006 or visit our website at www ford ca HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flasher is located between the center air registers above the radio The hazard flashers will operate whether the ignit...

Page 251: ...ut off feature that stops the flow of fuel to the engine Not every impact will cause a shut off Should your vehicle shut off after a collision due to this feature you may restart your vehicle by doing the following 1 Turn the ignition switch to the off position 2 Turn the ignition switch to the on position In some instances the vehicle may not restart the first time you try to restart and may take...

Page 252: ...or COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey 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 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 P...

Page 253: ...0A Driver smart window motor 2 15A Brake on off switch Center high mounted stop lamp 3 15A Not used spare 4 30A Not used spare 5 10A Keypad illumination Brake shift interlock 6 20A Turn signal lamps Stop lamps 7 10A Low beam headlamps left 8 10A Low beam headlamps right 9 15A Courtesy lamps Roadside Emergencies 253 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 254: ...20 15A On board diagnostic connector 21 15A Fog lamps 22 15A Front sidemarker lamps Park lamps License plate lamp 23 15A High beam headlamps 24 20A Horn 25 10A Demand lamps power saver relay 26 10A Instrument cluster battery power 27 20A Ignition switch 28 5A Radio crank sense circuit 29 5A Instrument cluster ignition power 30 5A Not used spare 31 10A Not used spare 32 10A Restraint control module...

Page 255: ... 5A Occupant classification sensor OCS module Passenger airbag off lamp 47 30A Circuit Breaker Power windows 48 Delayed accessory relay Power distribution box 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 ...

Page 256: ...tected Circuits 1 50A Electronic power assist steering B 2 50A Electronic power assist steering B 3 40A Powertrain control module PCM relay 57 power 4 Not used 5 30A Starter motor relay 55 power 6 40A Rear defrost relay 53 power 7 Not used 8 40A Anti lock brake system ABS pump 9 20A Wiper washer 10 30A ABS valve 11 Not used 12 Not used Roadside Emergencies 256 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Prin...

Page 257: ...lutch relay 43 power 26 Not used 27 Not used 28 60A Cooling fan motor 2 5L 3 0L 80A Cooling fan motor 3 5L 29 20A Front power point 30 30A Fuel relay relay 54 power 31 30A Passenger power seat 32 30A Driver power seat 33 20A Moon roof motor power feed 34 Not used 35 40A Front A C blower motor relay 52 power 36 1A Diode Fuel pump 37 1A Diode One touch start 38 10A Heated side mirrors 39 Not used 40...

Page 258: ...O relay PCM relay 58 Not used Cartridge Fuses Mini Fuses CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving do not apply the brake heavily Instead gradually decrease your speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Note The tire pressure monitoring system TPMS indicator light will illuminate when the spare tire is in use To restore the full fun...

Page 259: ...it is intended for temporary use only This means that if you need to use it you should replace it as soon as possible with a road tire wheel that is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged it should be replaced rather than repaired A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel...

Page 260: ... 3 Full size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving with the full size dissimilar spare tire wheel do not Exceed 70 mph 113 km h Use more than one dissimilar spare tire wheel at a time Use commercial car washing equipment Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire wheel The usage of a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel can lead to impairment of the fo...

Page 261: ...ctivate the hazard flashers 2 Place the gearshift lever in P Park automatic transmission or R Reverse manual transmission and turn the engine off Removing the spare tire and jack 1 Remove the carpeted load floor panel located in the rear of the vehicle and remove the lug wrench and long bolt from the tool bag 2 Remove the bolt securing the spare tire using the lug wrench then lift and remove the s...

Page 262: ...lose to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Note Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked 1 Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire For example if the left front tire is flat block the right rear wheel 2 Remove the center ornament if equipp...

Page 263: ...ine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 4 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 5 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered If you are using the temporary tire the lug nut washers will ...

Page 264: ...use the long bolt When storing the temporary spare tire replace the cover plate and use the short bolt 5 Secure the bolt using the lug wrench 6 Insert the lug wrench and bolt in the tool bag and place over the jack 7 Replace the carpeted load floor panel WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles 800 km after any wheel disturbance tire rotation ...

Page 265: ...a dime 1 square cm sized glob of grease around the wheel pilot surface 1 with end of finger DO NOT apply grease to lugnut stud holes or wheel to brake surfaces RUNNING OUT OF FUEL If you have run out of fuel and need to refill the vehicle with a portable fuel container see Running out of fuel in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for proper fuel filling method using a portable fuel contain...

Page 266: ...r 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 vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking ...

Page 267: ...take manifold or electrical components as grounding points WARNING Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 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 veh...

Page 268: ... the negative terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper 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 D A B...

Page 269: ...means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur If your vehicle is to be towed using wheel lift equipment the non lifted wheels must be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the vehicle Place a rag on top of the hoist cable below the fascia when loading or unloading a vehicle on a flatbed wrecker to prevent surface damage to the fascia Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized ...

Page 270: ...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 Roadside Emergencies 270 2...

Page 271: ...thorized dealer Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft威 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 Motor Company Customer Relatio...

Page 272: ... 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 Vehicle Identific...

Page 273: ...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 274: ...mediation and if your claim is eligible you may participate in the arbitration process An arbitration hearing will be scheduled so that you can present your case in an informal setting before an impartial person The arbitrator will consider the testimony provided and make a decision after the hearing Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program are usually decided within forty days after you fi...

Page 275: ...ent have failed This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings In the CAMVAP program impartial third party arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informal environment These impartial arbitrators review the positions of the parties make decisions and when appropriate render awards to resolve...

Page 276: ...COMPANY FORD EXPORT OPERATIONS GLOBAL INITIATIVES 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S A Telephone 313 594 4857 For customers in Guam the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands CNMI America Samoa and the U S Virgin Islands please feel free to call our Toll Free Number 800 841 FORD 3673 FAX 313 390 0804 Email expcac ford com If your vehicle must be servic...

Page 277: ... another foreign country contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer employees cannot help you they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office Customers in the U S should call 1 800 392 3673 ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio contact Helm Incorporated at HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 Or to order a ...

Page 278: ...u your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http 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 http www safercar gov REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CANADA ONLY If you believe that you...

Page 279: ...ine diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Use Motorcraft威 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...

Page 280: ... 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威 Wheel and Tire Cleaner which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm whee...

Page 281: ...ne components Spray Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean In Canada use Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo CXC 66 A Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot or running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Never wash or rinse any ignition c...

Page 282: ...ducts to clean plastic parts These products are available from your authorized dealer For routine cleaning use Motorcraft威 Detail Wash ZC 3 A If tar or grease spots are present use Motorcraft威 Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 Cleaning 282 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 283: ...ted car wash facilities Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not 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 bla...

Page 284: ... For more thorough cleaning use a mild soap and water solution If the spot cannot be completely cleaned by this method the area may be cleaned using a commercially available cleaning product designed for automotive interiors 3 If necessary apply more soap and water solution or cleaning product to a clean white cotton cloth and press the cloth onto the soiled area allow this to set at room temperat...

Page 285: ...e the surface with a soft damp cloth For more thorough cleaning wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution In Canada use Motorcraft威 Vinyl Cleaner CXC 93 Dry the area with a soft cloth If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available leather cleaning product designed for automotive interiors To chec...

Page 286: ...o the seating covers and should be considered as proof of a genuine leather product In order to lessen the appearance of certain scratches and other wear marks apply conditioner on the affected area following the same instructions as in the Conditioning section Conditioning Bottles of King Ranch威 Leather Conditioner are available at the King Ranch威 Saddle Shop Visit the website at www krsaddleshop...

Page 287: ...Metal Cleaner ZC 15 Motorcraft威 Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft威 Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser U S only ZC 20 Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo Canada only CXC 66 A Motorcraft威 Multi Purpose Cleaner Canada only CXC 101 Motorcraft威 Premium Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC 100 Motorcraft威 Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid Canada only CXC 37 A B D or F Motorcraft威 Premium Win...

Page 288: ...urning material such as cigarettes away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 For vehicles with an automatic transmission set the parking brake and shift to P Park For vehicles with a manual transmission set the parking brake press and hold the clutch pedal place the gearshift in 1 First and release the clutch pedal 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Blo...

Page 289: ... the instrument panel near the steering column 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod Maintenance and Specifications 289 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 290: ...ap 3 Engine oil dipstick 4 Brake Clutch fluid reservoir 5 Transmission fluid dipstick automatic transmission only 6 Battery 7 Power distribution box 8 Air filter assembly 9 Coolant bleed valve 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir Maintenance and Specifications 290 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 291: ...id dipstick automatic transmission only 4 Battery 5 Power distribution box 6 Air filter assembly 7 Coolant bleed valve 8 Engine oil dipstick 9 Engine oil filler cap 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir Maintenance and Specifications 291 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 292: ...k 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Battery 5 Power distribution box 6 Air filter assembly 7 Engine oil dipstick 8 Engine oil filler cap 9 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 10 Engine coolant reservoir Maintenance and Specifications 292 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 293: ...sh 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 CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle Turn the blade at an angle fr...

Page 294: ...e appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmissions or 1 First manual transmissions 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine...

Page 295: ... 3 0L V6 engine 3 5L V6 engine Maintenance and Specifications 295 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 296: ...is within this range the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below this mark engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range 2 5L I4 engine 3 0L V6 engine Maintenance and Specifications 296 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 297: ...not within the normal operating range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the normal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick 4 Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil f...

Page 298: ...for your vehicle s engine Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in this chapter for more information Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maint...

Page 299: ...lan to store your vehicle for an extended period of time This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability WARNING Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks...

Page 300: ...anual transmission turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the A C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 6 Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles 16 km or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim stra...

Page 301: ...ster The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above 60 the engine parts could become damaged...

Page 302: ... 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 Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained If coolant is filled to the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level when the engine is not cool the system will remain underfilled ...

Page 303: ...a non pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool Add the proper mixture of coolant and distilled water to the FULL COLD level For all other vehicles which have a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with an overflow system fol...

Page 304: ...ap on the coolant reservoir Turn the cap until it is tightly installed to prevent coolant loss After any coolant has been added check the coolant concentration refer to Checking engine coolant If the concentration is not 50 50 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 ...

Page 305: ...ng engine coolant section Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50 NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 A coolant concentration of 60 will provide improved freeze point protection Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60 will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant ...

Page 306: ...dition the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine When this occurs the vehicle will still operate However The engine power will be limited The air conditioning system will be disabled Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine will completely shut down causing steering and braki...

Page 307: ...art the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible FUEL FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUT...

Page 308: ...sh with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be...

Page 309: ...eliable starting Ethanol is more chemically active than gasoline It corrodes some metals and causes some plastic and rubber components to swell break down or become brittle and crack especially when mixed with gasoline Special materials and procedures have been developed for flexible fuel vehicles and the dispensers used by ethanol fuel providers WARNING Flexible fuel components and standard unlea...

Page 310: ...uel container Place approved fuel container on the ground DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle 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 Easy Fuel姞 no cap fuel system Your fuel tank is equipped with an Easy Fuel威 no cap fuel filler system This a...

Page 311: ...his action corrects the problem the check fuel fill inlet lamp or CHECK FUEL FILL INLET message may not reset immediately It may take several driving cycles for the check fuel fill inlet lamp or CHECK FUEL FILL INLET message to turn off A driving cycle consists of an engine start up after four or more hours with the engine off followed by city highway driving Continuing to drive with the check fue...

Page 312: ...e if equipped If your vehicle is flex fuel capable it is designed to use Fuel Ethanol Ed75 Ed85 Regular unleaded gasoline or any mixture of the two fuels Use of other fuels such as Fuel Methanol may cause powertrain damage a loss of vehicle performance and your warranty may be invalidated It is best not to alternate repeatedly between gasoline and E85 If you do switch fuels it is recommended that ...

Page 313: ...d by your warranty Many of the world s automakers approved the World Wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle Gasolines that meet the World Wide Fuel Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World Wide Fuel Charter Cleaner air Ford endorses the ...

Page 314: ...ystem with foreign objects This could damage the fuel system and its seal and cause injury to you or others When filling the vehicle s fuel tank from a portable fuel container use the included funnel 1 Locate the white plastic funnel It is attached to the underside of the spare tire cover or is included with the tire changing tools 2 Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel威 system 3 Fill the v...

Page 315: ... the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in t...

Page 316: ...riving style good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel Anticipate sto...

Page 317: ...ns Heavily loading a vehicle may reduce fuel economy at any speed Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 1 mpg 0 4 km L is lost for every 400 lb 180 kg of weight carried Adding certain accessories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy F...

Page 318: ...r maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability WARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Illumination of the service en...

Page 319: ...ndicator to illuminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 3 The fuel fill inlet may not have been properly closed See Easy Fuel威 no cap fuel system in this chapter 4 Driving through deep water the electrical system may be wet These temporary malfunctions can be corrected b...

Page 320: ... I M testing turn the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine If the service engine soon indicator blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing if the service engine soon indicator stays on solid it means that the vehicle is ready for I M testing The OBD II system is designed to check the emission control system during normal driving ...

Page 321: ... Turn the engine off 4 Check the fluid level in the reservoir It should be between the MIN MAX or upper and lower lines Do not add fluid if the level is in this range 5 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until it reaches the range between the MIN MAX or upper and lower lines Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir Refer to Maintenance product specif...

Page 322: ...e the performance of the system could be compromised seek service from your authorized dealer immediately TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking 6 speed automatic transmission fluid AWF21 if equipped Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not ...

Page 323: ...he gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage approximately 10 15 seconds in each position 4 Move the gearshift lever to P Park and leave the engine running 5 Remove the dipstick wiping it clean with a clean dry lint free rag If necessary refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick 6 In...

Page 324: ...o in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter Note Only one ATF fluid specification has been tested and approved for use with the automatic 6 speed Premium Automatic Transmission fluid MERCON威 fluids cannot be used with the automatic 6 speed without damage or voiding warranty Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission com...

Page 325: ...oot on the brake pedal start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage 4 Latch the gearshift lever in P Park and leave the engine running 5 Remove the dipstick wiping it clean with a clean dry lint free rag If necessary refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstic...

Page 326: ...on fluid may cause internal transmission component damage If necessary add fluid in 1 2 pint 250 ml increments through the filler tube until the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by an authorized dealer An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additive...

Page 327: ...ening 7 Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is within 3 8 inch 10mm of the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface 8 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information...

Page 328: ...gine 3 0L V6 engine 3 5L V6 engine 1 Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover 2 Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing Maintenance and Specifications 328 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 329: ... 2 5L I4 engine 3 0L V6 engine 3 5L V6 engine 3 Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing Maintenance and Specifications 329 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 330: ...es and their components were engineered and tested for reliable regular driving Long term storage under various conditions may lead to component degradation or failure unless specific precautions are taken to preserve the components General Store all vehicles in a dry ventilated place Protect from sunlight if possible If vehicles are stored outside they require regular maintenance to protect again...

Page 331: ...pected storage periods exceed 30 days Follow the instructions on the additive label The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system Cooling system Protect against freezing temperatures When removing vehicle from storage check coolant fluid level Confirm there are no cooling system leaks and fluid is at the recommended level Battery Check and r...

Page 332: ...ny foreign material that may have collected during storage mice squirrel nests Check the exhaust for any foreign material that may have collected during storage Check tire pressures and set tire inflation per the Tire Label Check brake pedal operation Drive the vehicle 15 ft 4 5 meters back and forth to remove rust build up Check fluid levels including coolant oil and gas to make sure there are no...

Page 333: ...placement see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft威 or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used Maintenance ...

Page 334: ... Fluid PM 1 C WSS M6C62 A or WSS M6C65 A1 Door weatherstrips Silicone Spray Lubricant XL 6 ESR M13P4 A Door latch hood latch auxiliary hood latch door hinges striker plates seat tracks and fuel filler door hinge Multi Purpose Grease Lithium grease XG 4 or XL 5 or equivalent ESB M1C93 B Lock cylinders Motorcraft威 Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL 1 None Maintenance and Specifications 334 2011 Fusio...

Page 335: ...ts 10 0L Engine coolant 3 5L engine 11 1 quarts 10 5 L Engine oil 2 5L engine 5 3 quarts 5 0 L Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil US Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada 2 Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 Synthetic Motor Oil Canada 2 XO 5W20 QSP US XO 5W20 QFS US CXO 5W20 LSP12 Canada CXO 5W20 LFS12 Canada WSS M2C930 A wit...

Page 336: ...tic transmission fluid 6 Speed Aisin F21 7 4 quarts 7 0L 4 Motorcraft威 Premium Automatic Transmission Fluid XT 8 QAW WSS M2C924 A Automatic transmission fluid 6 Speed 6F35 9 0 quarts 8 5L 4 Motorcraft威 MERCON威 LV ATF XT 10 QLV MERCON威 LV Rear differential AWD fluid 2 4 pints 1 15L Motorcraft威 SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY 80W90 QL WSP M2C197 A Power transfer unit PTU fluid AWD 5 12 oun...

Page 337: ... transmission within 3 8 inch 10mm of the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface 4 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in tank cooler The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range 5 The power transfer unit is lubricated ...

Page 338: ... 1 3 4 2 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 4 2 5 3 6 Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0 049 0 053 inch 1 25 1 35 mm 0 045 0 049 inch 1 15 1 25 mm 0 051 0 057 inch 1 32 1 42 mm Compression ratio 9 7 1 10 3 1 10 3 1 Engine drivebelt routing 2 5L I4 Engine 3 0L V6 Engine Maintenance and Specifications 338 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 339: ...ffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety 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 Maintenance and Specifications 339 2011 Fusion fsn Ow...

Page 340: ... Vehicle Identification Number VIN contains the following information 1 World manufacturer identifier 2 Brake system Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Restraint Devices and their location 3 Make vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Maintenance and Specifications 340 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Pri...

Page 341: ...tion Label The following table tells you which transmission each code represents Description Code 6 speed manual transmission G6M 6 6 speed automatic transmission 6F35 W 6 speed automatic transmission Aisin AW F21 B Maintenance and Specifications 341 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 342: ...he 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 Ford Custom Accessories Not all accessories are available for all models For a complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle please contact your de...

Page 343: ...nce Certification label Consult your authorized dealer for specific weight information The Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems 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 CRT...

Page 344: ...nded service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company That means you get Reliable quality service anywhere you go Factory trained technicians Genuine Ford and Motorcraft威 Parts Rental car reimbursement If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs you are eligible for rental car coverage including Bumper to Bumper warranty repairs or manufacturer s recalls Transferable coverage If ...

Page 345: ...enance It covers regular checkups routine inspections preventive care and replacement of items that require periodic attention for normal wear Wiper blades Brake pads and linings Spark plugs except California Shock absorbers Clutch disc Belts and hoses Contact your selling Ford or Lincoln dealership today so they can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budge...

Page 346: ...Ford Extended Service Plan 346 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 347: ...ESP plans available in various time distance and deductible combinations Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving needs including reimbursement for towing and rental When you purchase Ford ESP you receive added peace of mind protection throughout Canada and the United States provided by a network of participating Ford Motor Company dealers For more information visit your local Ford of Canada ...

Page 348: ...of improved reliability durability and resale value To ensure the proper performance of your vehicle and its emission control systems it is imperative that scheduled maintenance be completed at the designated intervals For your convenience your vehicle is equipped with a message center which determines the proper oil change service interval You should perform the engine oil change as indicated by ...

Page 349: ... factory recommended maintenance In fact Ford Motor Company recommends against the use of such additive products unless specifically recommended by Ford for a particular application Oils fluids and flushing In many cases fluid discoloration is a normal operating characteristic and by itself does not necessarily indicate a concern or that the fluid needs to be changed However discolored fluids that...

Page 350: ...tails Value shopping for your vehicle s maintenance needs Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and light repair automotive services With factory trained technicians and one stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to repairs like brake service check out the value your dealers can offer Owner checks and services Certain basic maintenan...

Page 351: ...pare Windshield washer fluid level Check every six months Battery connections clean if necessary Body and door drain holes for obstructions clean if necessary Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength Door weatherstrips for wear lubricate if necessary Hinges latches outside locks for proper operation lubricate if necessary Parking brake for proper operation Safety belts and seat latches for ...

Page 352: ...hazard warning system operation Tires for wear and proper pressure including spare Fluid levels fill if necessary Windshield for cracks chips or pits For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation Brake coolant recovery reservoir manual and automatic transmission with an underhood dipstick power steering if equipped and window washer Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or tech...

Page 353: ...Scheduled Maintenance 353 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 354: ...hange service needs to be completed within two weeks or 500 miles 800 km after the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message is displayed Your oil change service interval can be up to one year or 10 000 miles 16 000 km Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter If your message center is prematurely reset or becomes inoperative you shou...

Page 355: ...rake linings hoses and parking brake Inspect engine cooling system concentration and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect half shaft boots if equipped Inspect steering linkage ball joints suspension tie rod ends driveshaft and U joints lubricate if equipped with grease fittings Inspect cabin air filter if equipped Oil change service intervals should be completed as indicated by th...

Page 356: ...ped Every 30 000 miles 48 000 km Replace climate controlled seat filter if equipped Replace engine air filter Every 100 000 miles 160 000 km Change engine coolant1 Replace spark plugs Inspect accessory drive belt s 2 Every 150 000 miles 240 000 km Change automatic transmission fluid and filter filter not required on 6F35 6F50 DPS6 and AWF 21 transmissions consult dealer for requirements Change man...

Page 357: ...CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 357 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 358: ... DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 358 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 359: ... DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 359 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 360: ...xceptions Every 30 000 miles 48 000 km Change automatic transmission fluid except 6R80 transmission Every 60 000 miles 96 000 km Change manual transmission fluid Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified time mileage km period either within 3 000 miles 4 800 km of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or when the time mileage km reading indicates ...

Page 361: ...es 96 000 km Replace spark plugs Engine hour meter installation is recommended for these operating conditions Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified time mileage km period either within 3 000 miles 4 800 km of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or when the time mileage km reading indicates service is due Example 1 The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED mes...

Page 362: ...months Change engine oil and filter Every 30 000 miles 48 000 km Change automatic transmission fluid except Fiesta and vehicles equipped with a 6R80 transmission Every 50 000 miles 80 000 km Change manual transmission fluid Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter Exclusive use of E85 Flex Fuel Vehicles only Every oil c...

Page 363: ... A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 363 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 364: ... DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 364 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 365: ...synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL M2C192 A part number FITZ 19580 B or equivalent Add four ounces 118 mL of friction modifier XL 3 EST M2C118 A or equivalent for complete refill of Traction Lok rear axles The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water California fuel filter replacement If the vehicle is registered in California the California Air Re...

Page 366: ...ir filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions Vehicles operated in these conditions will require frequent inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter Scheduled Maintenance 366 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 367: ...change log DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 367 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 368: ...6 CD in dash 28 Single CD 28 Audio system see Radio 28 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive 223 225 fluid adding 322 327 fluid checking 322 327 fluid refill capacities 334 fluid specification 334 Selectshift SST 227 Auxiliary input jack Line in 35 Axle lubricant specifications 334 B Battery 299 acid treating emergencies 299 jumping a disabled battery 266 maintenance free 299 repla...

Page 369: ...tion 76 set zone adjustment 76 Console 77 overhead 75 Controls power seat 122 steering column 85 Coolant checking and adding 301 refill capacities 305 334 specifications 334 Cross Traffic Alert 236 Cruise control see Speed control 82 Cupholder s 131 Customer Assistance 249 Ford Extended Service Plan 344 347 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 275 Getting roadside assistance 249 Getting t...

Page 370: ...cities 334 Fog lamps 55 Four Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road 242 Fuel 307 calculating fuel economy 21 315 cap 310 capacity 334 choosing the right fuel 311 detergent in fuel 313 filler funnel 313 filling your vehicle with fuel 307 310 315 filter specifications 307 333 fuel pump shut off 251 fuel pump shut off switch 250 improving fuel economy 315 octane rating 312 338 quality 312 running out ...

Page 371: ...positions of the ignition 209 L Lamps autolamp system 54 bulb replacement specifications chart 60 daytime running light 56 fog lamps 55 headlamps 54 headlamps flash to pass 56 instrument panel dimming 56 interior lamps 58 61 replacing bulbs 61 LATCH anchors 170 Lights warning and indicator 12 anti lock brakes ABS 215 Load limits 201 Locks autolock 101 childproof 105 doors 101 Lubricant specificati...

Page 372: ...ions for attaching safety restraints for children 164 Relays 252 Remote entry system 107 illuminated entry 110 111 locking unlocking doors 107 108 opening the trunk 109 opening the windows 108 panic alarm 108 replacement additional transmitters 109 replacing the batteries 109 Reverse sensing system 231 Roadside assistance 249 S Safety belts see Safety restraints 131 136 138 140 Safety Canopy 155 S...

Page 373: ...ng wheel 73 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Tires Wheels and Loading 195 Tires 180 181 258 alignment 188 care 184 changing 258 checking the pressure 184 inflating 182 label 194 replacing 186 rotating 189 safety practices 187 sidewall information 189 snow tires and chains 200 spare tire 259 terminology 181 tire grades 181 treadwear 180 185 Towing 206 recreational towing 206 trailer towing 206 ...

Page 374: ...ing lights see Lights 12 Washer fluid 293 Water Driving through 248 Windows opening using remote entry system 108 power 79 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 72 checking and adding fluid 293 replacing wiper blades 293 Wrecker towing 269 Index 374 2011 Fusion fsn Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

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