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May 2018
Third Printing
Owner’s Manual
Transit
Litho in U.S.A.
owner.ford.com ford.ca
2018 TRANSIT Owners Manual
2018 TRANSIT Owner’s Manual
JK3J 19A321 AA
The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest of
continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at any time
without notice or obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a
retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission.
Errors and omissions excepted.
© Ford Motor Company 2018
All rights reserved.
Part Number: JK3J 19A321 AA 201705 20180412151133
California Proposition 65
WARNING: Operating, servicing and
maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway
motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals
including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure,
avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine
except as necessary, service your vehicle in a
well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your
hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For
more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash your hands after handling.
Introduction
About This Manual ..........................................7
Symbols Glossary ............................................7
Data Recording .................................................9
Perchlorate ........................................................12
Ford Credit ........................................................12
Replacement Parts Recommendation
............................................................................12
Special Notices ...............................................13
Mobile Communications Equipment
...........................................................................14
Export Unique Options ................................15
Environment
Protecting the Environment .......................16
Child Safety
General Information ......................................17
Installing Child Restraints ...........................18
Booster Seats .................................................33
Child Restraint Positioning ........................35
Child Safety Locks .........................................37
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation .................................39
Fastening the Seatbelts .............................40
Seatbelt Height Adjustment .....................42
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator
Chime ............................................................42
Seatbelt Reminder .......................................43
Child Restraint and Seatbelt
Maintenance ...............................................44
Seatbelt Extension .......................................45
Supplementary Restraints
System
Principle of Operation .................................46
Driver and Passenger Airbags ...................47
Side Airbags ....................................................52
Safety Canopy ............................................53
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator .......55
Airbag Disposal ..............................................56
Automatic Crash Notification
System
911 Assist ...........................................................57
Keys and Remote Controls
Principle of Operation .................................59
General Information on Radio
Frequencies .................................................59
Remote Control - Vehicles Without:
Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)
..........................................................................60
Remote Control - Vehicles With: Passive
Anti-Theft System (PATS) .....................61
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
..........................................................................63
MyKey
Principle of Operation .................................64
Creating a MyKey ..........................................65
Clearing All MyKeys ......................................66
Checking MyKey System Status .............66
Using MyKey With Remote Start
Systems ........................................................68
MyKey Troubleshooting ..............................68
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking ................................70
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System ........................75
Anti-Theft Alarm ...........................................76
Power Running Boards
Using Power Running Boards ....................77
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel ..................80
Audio Control .................................................80
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Voice Control ...................................................81
Cruise Control ..................................................81
Information Display Control ......................82
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers .......................................83
Autowipers ......................................................83
Windshield Washers ....................................84
Lighting
General Information .....................................85
Lighting Control .............................................85
Autolamps .......................................................86
Instrument Lighting Dimmer .....................87
Daytime Running Lamps ............................87
Direction Indicators .......................................87
Interior Lamps ................................................88
Cargo Lamps ..................................................88
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows ............................................90
Exterior Mirrors ................................................91
Interior Mirror ..................................................92
Rear Quarter Windows ................................92
Instrument Cluster
Gauges ..............................................................93
Warning Lamps and Indicators ...............95
Audible Warnings and Indicators ............98
Information Displays
General Information ....................................99
Trip Computer ...............................................102
Personalized Settings ................................102
Information Messages ...............................103
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control ...........................109
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
..........................................................................110
Rear Passenger Climate Controls ............111
Heated Windows and Mirrors ...................111
Remote Start ..................................................112
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position ..................113
Head Restraints .............................................113
Manual Seats .................................................114
Power Seats ...................................................116
Rear Seats .......................................................118
Heated Seats ................................................120
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points ...............................122
Cigar Lighter ...................................................123
Storage Compartments
Cup Holders ...................................................125
Overhead Console .......................................125
Bottle Holder .................................................125
Front Door Storage Compartment .......125
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information ...................................126
Ignition Switch ..............................................126
Starting a Gasoline Engine .......................127
Starting a Diesel Engine .............................127
Switching Off the Engine ..........................129
Engine Block Heater ...................................129
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions .......................................131
Fuel Quality - Diesel ....................................132
Fuel Quality - Gasoline ..............................134
Fuel Quality - E85 ........................................135
Fuel Filler Funnel Location .......................136
Running Out of Fuel ...................................136
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Refueling .........................................................137
Fuel Consumption .......................................139
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law .................................................141
Catalytic Converter - 3.5L/3.7L ...............142
Selective Catalytic Reductant System -
3.2L Diesel ..................................................143
Diesel Particulate Filter - 3.2L Diesel
.........................................................................145
Transmission
Automatic Transmission ............................151
Tow/Haul ........................................................154
Brakes
General Information ...................................156
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
.........................................................................156
Parking Brake - Vehicles With:
Mechanical Parking Brake ....................157
Parking Brake - Vehicles With: Push
Down Parking Brake ................................157
Hill Start Assist .............................................158
Traction Control
Principle of Operation ...............................160
Using Traction Control ..............................160
Stability Control
Principle of Operation .................................161
Using Stability Control ...............................162
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation ................................163
Parking Aid .....................................................163
Rear View Camera ......................................165
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation ...............................168
Using Cruise Control ..................................168
Driving Aids
Speed Limiter ...............................................169
Driver Alert .....................................................169
Lane Keeping System ................................170
Steering ............................................................172
Load Carrying
Load Retaining Fixtures .............................174
Load Limit .......................................................174
Towing
Towing a Trailer ............................................180
Trailer Sway Control ....................................181
Recommended Towing Weights ............181
Essential Towing Checks ..........................183
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels ......189
Driving Hints
Breaking-In ......................................................191
Reduced Engine Performance .................191
Economical Driving ......................................191
Cold Weather Precautions ........................191
Driving Through Water ...............................192
Floor Mats .......................................................192
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance ..................................194
Hazard Flashers ...........................................195
Emergency Exit .............................................195
Fuel Shutoff ...................................................195
Jump Starting the Vehicle ........................196
Post-Crash Alert System ..........................198
Transporting the Vehicle ..........................198
Towing Points ...............................................199
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need ...............201
In California (U.S. Only) ...........................202
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The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only) ....................203
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration
Program (Canada Only) ......................204
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada .......................................................204
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
.......................................................................206
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
.......................................................................206
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
.......................................................................206
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations ...................................208
Fuse Specification Chart - 3.2L Power
Stroke Diesel ............................................208
Fuse Specification Chart - 3.5L
Ecoboost/3.7L ......................................217
Changing a Fuse ..........................................227
Maintenance
General Information ..................................229
Opening and Closing the Hood .............229
Under Hood Overview - 3.2L Power
Stroke Diesel ............................................230
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost
.........................................................................231
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L ...................232
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.2L Power Stroke
Diesel ...........................................................233
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L Ecoboost
........................................................................234
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L .........................234
Engine Oil Check .........................................234
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
........................................................................235
Oil Change Indicator Reset .....................235
Engine Cooling Fan - Diesel ....................236
Engine Cooling Fan - E85/Gasoline .....236
Engine Coolant Check ..............................236
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
........................................................................240
Brake Fluid Check ........................................241
Power Steering Fluid Check .....................241
Washer Fluid Check ...................................242
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 3.2L
Power Stroke Diesel ..............................242
Fuel Filter - Gasoline .................................244
Changing the 12V Battery ........................244
Checking the Wiper Blades ....................246
Changing the Front Wiper Blades ........246
Adjusting the Headlamps ........................247
Removing a Headlamp ............................248
Changing a Bulb .........................................249
Bulb Specification Chart ..........................253
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.2L
Power Stroke Diesel ..............................255
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.5L
Ecoboost ...............................................256
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.7L .....257
Drive Belt Routing - 3.2L Power Stroke
Diesel ..........................................................258
Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L Ecoboost/
3.7L ...............................................................258
Vehicle Care
Cleaning Products .....................................260
Cleaning the Exterior ..................................261
Waxing ............................................................262
Cleaning the Engine ...................................262
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
........................................................................263
Cleaning the Interior ..................................263
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and
Instrument Cluster Lens ......................265
Repairing Minor Paint Damage .............265
Cleaning the Wheels .................................266
Vehicle Storage ...........................................266
Wheels and Tires
General Information ..................................268
Tire Care .........................................................269
Using Winter Tires ......................................286
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Using Snow Chains ....................................286
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ..........287
Changing a Road Wheel ..........................292
Technical Specifications ..........................303
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 3.2L Power
Stroke Diesel ............................................305
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost
.......................................................................306
Engine Specifications - 3.7L ....................307
Motorcraft Parts - 3.2L Power Stroke
Diesel ..........................................................308
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost .....308
Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L ..............................310
Vehicle Identification Number .................311
Vehicle Certification Label .......................312
Transmission Code Designation ............312
Capacities and Specifications - 3.2L
Power Stroke Diesel ................................313
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L
Ecoboost ................................................316
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L
.........................................................................321
Audio System
General Information ..................................326
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/
SYNC/Satellite Radio ............................327
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/
FM/CD ........................................................329
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/
SYNC ............................................................331
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/USB
Port/Bluetooth ........................................333
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM ......339
Digital Radio .................................................342
Satellite Radio .............................................344
Audio Input Jack ..........................................347
USB Port .........................................................347
Media Hub .....................................................348
SYNC
General Information ..................................349
Using Voice Recognition ...........................351
Using SYNC With Your Phone ...........353
SYNC Applications and Services ......365
Using SYNC With Your Media Player
........................................................................370
SYNC Troubleshooting .........................379
SYNC 3
General Information ..................................387
Home Screen ...............................................396
Using Voice Recognition ..........................396
Entertainment .............................................402
Phone ...............................................................412
Navigation .......................................................417
Apps ................................................................425
Settings ..........................................................428
SYNC 3 Troubleshooting .....................442
Accessories
Accessories ...................................................454
Auxiliary Switches ......................................455
Ford Protect
Ford Protect ..................................................457
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information ......459
Normal Scheduled Maintenance .........462
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled
Maintenance ............................................464
Scheduled Maintenance Record ..........466
Appendices
Electromagnetic Compatibility ..............477
End User License Agreement .................479
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We
recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this
manual. The more that you know about
your vehicle, the greater the safety and
pleasure you will get from driving it.
WARNING: Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.
Note: This manual describes product
features and options available throughout
the range of available models, sometimes
even before they are generally available. It
may describe options not fitted to the
vehicle you have purchased.
Note: Some of the illustrations in this
manual may show features as used in
different models, so may appear different
to you on your vehicle.
Note: Always use and operate your vehicle
in line with all applicable laws and
regulations.
Note: Pass on this manual when selling
your vehicle. It is an integral part of your
vehicle.
Note: Either Ford Motor Company or an
authorized Ford dealer may have originally
sold this incomplete vehicle to a vehicle
modifier who upfitted it. As a result, it may
have different options and features than
described in this manual.
This manual may qualify the location of a
component as left-hand side or right-hand
side. The side is determined when facing
forward in the seat.
E154903
Right-hand side.A
Left-hand side.B
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may
see on your vehicle.
E162384
Air conditioning system
E231157
Air conditioning system lubricant
type
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
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Brake fluid - non petroleum
based
Brake system
E270480
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
E71340
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
E71880
Fasten seatbelt
E231160
Flammable
E67017
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Heated rear window
Windshield defrosting system
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
E161353
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
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Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
E270945
Horn control
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
E231159
Requires registered technician
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
E231158
See Service Manual
Service engine soon
E270849
Passenger airbag activated
E270850
Passenger airbag deactivated
Side airbag
E167012
Shield the eyes
E138639
Stability control
Hill descent control
E271982
Trail control
E270969
Windshield wiping system
Windshield wash and wipe
DATA RECORDING
Service Data Recording
Service data recorders 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 in Canada), and service
and repair facilities may access or share
among them vehicle diagnostic
information received through a direct
connection to your vehicle when
diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
Additionally, Ford Motor Company (Ford
of Canada, in Canada) may, where
permitted by law, use vehicle diagnostic
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information for vehicle improvement or
with other information we may have about
you, (for example, your contact
information), to offer you products or
services that may interest you. Data may
be provided to our service providers such
as part suppliers that may help diagnose
malfunctions, and who are similarly
obligated to protect data. We retain this
data only as long as necessary to perform
these functions or to comply with law. We
may provide information where required
in response to official requests to law
enforcement or other government
authorities or third parties acting with
lawful authority or court order, and such
information may be used in legal
proceedings. For U.S. only (if equipped), if
you choose to use connected apps and
services, such as SYNC Vehicle Health
Report or MyFord Mobile App, you consent
that certain diagnostic information may
also be accessed electronically by Ford
Motor Company and Ford authorized
service facilities, and that the diagnostic
information may be used to provide
services to you, personalizing your
experience, troubleshoot, and to improve
products and services and offer you
products and services that may interest
you, where permitted by law. For Canada
only, for more information, please review
the Ford of Canada privacy policy at
www.ford.ca, including our U.S. data
storage and use of service providers in
other jurisdictions who may be subject to
legal requirements in Canada, the United
States and other countries applicable to
them, for example, lawful requirements to
disclose personal information to
governmental authorities in those
countries. See SYNC (page 349).
Event Data Recording
This vehicle is equipped with an event
data recorder. The main purpose of an
event data recorder is to record, in
certain crash or near crash-like
situations, such as an airbag
deployment or hitting a road obstacle;
this data will assist in understanding
how a vehicles systems performed.
The event data recorder is designed to
record data related to vehicle dynamics
and safety systems for a short period
of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The event data recorder in this vehicle
is designed to record such data as:
How various systems in your vehicle
were operating;
Whether or not the driver and
passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
How far (if at all) the driver was
depressing the accelerator and/or
the brake pedal; and
How fast the vehicle was traveling;
and
Where the driver was positioning
the steering wheel.
This data can help provide a better
understanding of the circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur.
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Note: Event data recorder data is
recorded by your vehicle only if a
non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data
is recorded by the event data recorder
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 event data recorder data
with the type of personally identifying
data routinely acquired during a crash
investigation.
To read data recorded by an event data
recorder, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the event
data recorder is needed. In addition to
the vehicle manufacturer, other
parties, such as law enforcement, that
have such special equipment, can read
the information if they have access to
the vehicle or the event data recorder.
Ford Motor Company and Ford of
Canada do not access event data
recorder information without obtaining
consent, unless pursuant to court order
or where required by law enforcement,
other government authorities or other
third parties acting with lawful
authority. Other parties may seek to
access the information independently
of Ford Motor Company and Ford of
Canada.
Note: Including to the extent that any
law pertaining to Event Data Recorders
applies to SYNC or its features, please
note the following: Once 911 Assist (if
equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911 Assist
may, through any paired and connected
cell phone, disclose to emergency
services that the vehicle has been in a
crash involving the deployment of an
airbag or, in certain vehicles, the
activation of the fuel pump shut-off.
Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist
may also be capable of being used to
electronically or verbally provide to 911
operators the vehicle location (such as
latitude and longitude), and/or other
details about the vehicle or crash or
personal information about the
occupants to assist 911 operators to
provide the most appropriate emergency
services. If you do not want to disclose
this information, do not activate the 911
Assist feature. See SYNC (page 349).
Additionally, when you connect to
Traffic, Directions and Information (if
equipped, U.S. only), the service uses
GPS technology and advanced vehicle
sensors to collect the vehicles current
location, travel direction, and speed
(vehicle travel information), only to
help provide you with the directions,
traffic reports, or business searches
that you request. If you do not want
Ford or its vendors to receive this
information, do not activate the
service. For more information, see
Traffic, Directions and Information,
Terms and Conditions. See SYNC
(page 349).
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PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle such
as airbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners
and remote control batteries may contain
perchlorate material. Special handling
may apply for service or vehicle end of life
disposal.
For more information visit:
Web Address
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard-
ouswaste/perchlorate
FORD CREDIT
US Only
Ford Credit offers a full range of financing
and lease plans to help you acquire your
vehicle. If you have financed or leased your
vehicle through Ford Credit, thank you for
your business.
We offer a number of convenient ways for
you to contact us, and to manage your
account.
Call 1-800-727-7000.
For more information about Ford Credit
and access to Account Manager, go to
www.ford.com/finance.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION
We have built your vehicle to the highest
standards using quality parts. We
recommend that you demand the use of
genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
whenever your vehicle requires scheduled
maintenance or repair. You can clearly
identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or
Motorcraft branding on the parts or their
packaging.
Scheduled Maintenance and
Mechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make sure
that your vehicle provides years of service
is to have it maintained in line with our
recommendations using parts that
conform to the specifications detailed in
this Owners Manual. Genuine Ford and
Motorcraft parts meet or exceed these
specifications.
Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience a
collision, but accidents do happen.
Genuine Ford replacement collision parts
meet our stringent requirements for fit,
finish, structural integrity, corrosion
protection and dent resistance. During
vehicle development we validate that
these parts deliver the intended level of
protection as a whole system. A great way
to know for sure you are getting this level
of protection is to use genuine Ford
replacement collision parts.
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Warranty on Replacement Parts
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement
parts are the only replacement parts that
benefit from a Ford Warranty. The Ford
Warranty may not cover damage caused
to your vehicle as a result of failed
non-Ford parts. For additional information,
refer to the terms and conditions of the
Ford Warranty.
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
For a detailed description of what is
covered and what is not covered by your
vehicles New Vehicle Limited Warranty,
refer to the Warranty Manual that is
provided to you along with your Owners
Manual.
Special Instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted
with sophisticated electronic controls.
WARNING: You risk death or serious
injury to yourself and others if you do not
follow the instruction highlighted by the
warning symbol. Failure to follow the
specific warnings and instructions could
result in personal injury.
WARNING: Never place front seat
mounted rear-facing child or infant seats
in front of an active passenger airbag.
On Board Diagnostics Data Link
Connector
WARNING: Do not connect wireless
plug-in devices to the data link connector.
Unauthorized third parties could gain
access to vehicle data and impair the
performance of safety related systems.
Only allow repair facilities that follow our
service and repair instructions to connect
their equipment to the data link connector.
Your vehicle has an OBD Data Link
Connector (DLC) that is used in
conjunction with a diagnostic scan tool for
vehicle diagnostics, repairs and
reprogramming services. Installing an
aftermarket device that uses the DLC
during normal driving for purposes such as
remote insurance company monitoring,
transmission of vehicle data to other
devices or entities, or altering the
performance of the vehicle, may cause
interference with or even damage to
vehicle systems. We do not recommend
or endorse the use of aftermarket plug-in
devices unless approved by Ford. The
vehicle Warranty will not cover damage
caused by an aftermarket plug-in device.
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and
Utility Type Vehicles
WARNING: Utility vehicles have a
significantly higher rollover rate than other
types of vehicles.
Before you drive your vehicle, please read
this Owners Manual carefully. Your vehicle
is not a passenger car. As with other
vehicles of this type, failure to operate this
vehicle correctly may result in loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury or death.
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Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow
Do not use this vehicle for
snowplowing.
Your vehicle is not equipped with a
snowplowing package.
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
If your light truck is equipped with the Ford
Ambulance Preparation Package, it may
be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges
ambulance manufacturers to follow the
recommendations of the Ford Incomplete
Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builders
Layout Book and the Qualified Vehicle
Modifiers (QVM) Guidelines as well as
pertinent supplements.
For additional information, please
contact the Truck Body Builders
Advisory Service:
Web Address
www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas
You can also call us at
18778404338.
Other Vehicle Modifications
If converting or modifying your vehicle
from production specification, refer to
the Truck Body Builder Advisory
website:
Web Address
www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT
WARNING: Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.
Using mobile communications equipment
is becoming increasingly important in the
conduct of business and personal affairs.
However, you must not compromise your
own or others safety when using such
equipment. Mobile communications can
enhance personal safety and security when
appropriately used, particularly in
emergency situations. Safety must be
paramount when using mobile
communications equipment to avoid
negating these benefits. Mobile
communication equipment includes, but
is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers,
portable email devices, text messaging
devices and portable two-way radios.
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EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS
For your particular global region, your
vehicle may be equipped with features and
options that are different from the features
and options that are described in this
Owners Manual. 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 Owners
Manual is written primarily for the U.S. and
Canadian Markets. Features or equipment
listed as standard may be different on units
built for export. Refer to this Owners
Manual for all other required
information and warnings.
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PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT
You should play your part in protecting the
environment. Correct vehicle usage and
the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning
and lubrication materials are significant
steps toward this aim.
For details about Ford Motor
Company's sustainability progress and
initiatives visit:
Web Address
www.sustainability.ford.com
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GENERAL INFORMATION
See the following sections for directions
on how to properly use safety restraints
for children.
WARNING: Always make sure your
child is secured properly in a device that is
appropriate for their height, age and
weight. Child safety restraints must be
bought separately from your vehicle.
Failure to follow these instructions and
guidelines may result in an increased risk
of serious injury or death to your child.
WARNING: All children are shaped
differently. The National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration and other safety
organizations, base their recommendations
for child restraints on probable child height,
age and weight thresholds, or on the
minimum requirements of the law. We
recommend that you check with a NHTSA
Certified Child Passenger Safety
Technician (CPST) to make sure that you
properly install the child restraint in your
vehicle and that you consult your
pediatrician to make sure you have a child
restraint appropriate for your child. To
locate a child restraint fitting station and
CPST, contact NHTSA toll free at
1-888-327-4236 or go to
www.nhtsa.dot.gov. In Canada, contact
Transport Canada toll free at
1-800-333-0371 or go to www.tc.gc.ca to
find a Child Car Seat Clinic in your area.
Failure to properly restrain children in child
restraints made especially for their height,
age and weight, may result in an increased
risk of serious injury or death to your child.
WARNING: On hot days, the
temperature inside the vehicle can rise very
quickly. Exposure of people or animals to
these high temperatures for even a short
time can cause death or serious heat
related injuries, including brain damage.
Small children are particularly at risk.
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