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IDENTIFYING
COMPONENTS
IN
THE
ENGINE
COMPARTMENT
3.5L
V6
engine
1.
Power
steering
fluid
reservoir
2.
Engine
coolant
reservoir
3.
Brake
fluid
reservoir
4.
Battery
5.
Power
distribution
box
6.
Air
filter
assembly
7.
Automatic
transmission
fluid
dipstick
8.
Engine
oil
dipstick
9.
Engine
oil
filler
cap
10.
W
indshield
washer
fluid
reservoir
Maintenance
and
Specifications
345
2010
Flex
(471)
Owners
Guide,
1st
Printing
USA
(fus)
344
346
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
5
Protecting the Environment
6
Perchlorate Material
6
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
6
Special Instructions
7
Data Recording
7
Service Data Recording
7
Event Data Recording
7
Cell Phone Use
9
Export Unique Vehicle Specific Information
9
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
10
Instrument Cluster
12
Warning Lights and Chimes
12
Service Engine Soon
12
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power
13
Brake System Warning Light
13
Anti-Lock Brake System
13
Airbag Readiness
14
Safety Belt
14
Charging System
14
Engine Oil Pressure
14
Low Tire Pressure Warning
15
Speed Control
15
Overdrive Cancel and Grade Assist
15
Anti-Theft System
15
Gauges
16
Headlamps on Warning Chime
16
Parking Brake on Chime
16
Speedometer
16
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
17
Fuel Gauge
17
Tachometer
17
Odometer
17
Message Center
18
Info
18
Trip A/B
18
MILES (Km) to E
18
Timer
19
Blank Screen
19
System Check and Vehicle Feature Customization
20
Reset for System Check
20
Oil Life
20
Units
21
Autolamp
21
Autolock
21
Autounlock
21
System Warnings
22
Entertainment Systems
28
Accessory Delay
28
AM/FM CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible Sound System
28
Audio Systems
28
AM/FM Radio
29
Setting the Clock
29
RDS Radio
30
CD/MP3 Player
31
Satellite Radio
33
Sound Adjustments
36
Speed Compensated Volume
36
Audio System–Navigation System Based
37
Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
37
Extra Features
37
Required Equipment
38
To Play Your Portable Music Player Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
38
Troubleshooting
39
USB Port
39
General Audio Information
40
Radio Frequencies
40
Radio Reception Factors
40
CD/CD Player Care
41
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
42
Sample MP3 Structure
43
Satellite Radio Channels
43
Satellite Radio Information
43
Satellite Radio Reception Factors
43
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
44
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Service
44
Family Entertainment DVD System
46
Quick Start
47
To Play a DVD
47
To Play a CD or MP3 Disc
48
To Play an Auxiliary Source through the DVD System
48
DVD Player Controls
50
Remote Control
52
Battery Replacement
55
Wireless Headphones
55
Fold-Flat Feature
56
To Install the Batteries
56
To Operate the Headphones
56
Operation
57
Single Play/Dual Play
57
Wired Headphones
57
Radio Interaction
59
Setup Menu Options
59
Supported USB Devices
59
Aspect Ratio (TV Display Type)
60
OSD Language
60
Angle Mark
61
Speaker Setup
62
Video Setup
62
General Setup — Screen Exit
63
Parental Control for the DVD System
63
General Information
64
Macrovision
64
Safety Information
64
Care and Service of the DVD Player
66
Environmental Extremes
66
Humidity and Moisture Condensation
66
Temperature Extremes
66
Cleaning the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Screen
67
Foreign Substances
67
Navigation System
67
Sync
67
Climate Controls
68
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
68
Operating Tips
70
Dual Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
71
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control
74
Navigation System Based Climate Control
74
Touchscreen Functions
76
Max A/C
77
Voice Commands in Climate Mode
77
Auxiliary Climate Control
78
Rear Window Defroster
79
Cabin Air Filter
79
Lights
80
Autolamp Control
80
Autolamps - Programmable Exit Delay
80
Headlamp Control
80
Flash to Pass
81
Fog Lamp Control
81
High Beams
81
Aiming the Headlamps
82
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
82
Panel Dimmer Control
82
HID Headlamp
83
Vertical Aim Adjustment
83
Halogen Headlamp
84
Turn Signal Control
84
Ambient Lighting
85
Dome Lamps and Map Lamps
85
Interior Lamps
85
Bulb Replacement
86
Lamp Assembly Condensation
86
Using the Right Bulbs
86
Replacing Headlamp (High Beam/Low Beam) Halogen Bulbs
87
Replacing Interior Bulbs
87
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
88
Replacing HID Headlamp Bulbs
88
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
89
Replacing Rear Stop/Park/Turn/Backup and Side Marker Lamp Bulbs
89
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs
90
Driver Controls
91
Multi-Function Lever
91
Windshield Washer
91
Windshield Wiper
91
Rear Heated Wiper Blades
92
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
92
Steering Wheel Adjustment
92
Tilt and Telescope Steering Wheel
92
Clock
93
Illuminated Visor Mirror
93
Slide on Rod Feature
93
Electronic Compass
94
Overhead Console
94
Storage Compartment
94
Compass Calibration Adjustment
95
Compass Zone Adjustment
95
Center Console
96
Console Refrigerator/Freezer
97
Second Row Center Console Features
97
Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)
98
Cleaning and Maintenance
98
Freezer
98
Refrigerator
98
Power Point (110 VAC)
99
Indicator Light Code
100
One-Touch up or down (Driver’s Window Only)
101
Power Windows
101
Rear Window Buffeting
101
Bounce-Back (Driver’s Window Only)
102
Security Override
102
Window Lock
102
Automatic Dimming Interior Rear View Mirror
103
Exterior Mirrors
103
Interior Mirror
103
Power Side View Mirrors
103
Heated Outside Mirrors
104
Memory Feature
104
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
104
Speed Control
104
Disengaging Speed Control
105
Resuming a Set Speed
105
Setting Speed Control
105
Using Speed Control
105
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
106
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
106
Steering Wheel Controls
106
Turning off Speed Control
106
Navigation System Hands Free Control Features
107
Moon Roof
108
Multi-Panel Vista Roof
108
Bounce-Back
109
Bounce-Back Override
109
Homelink
109
Universal Garage Door Opener
109
Homelink Wireless Control System
110
Programming
110
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
112
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
112
Car2U Home Automation System
113
Erasing Homelink Buttons
113
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
113
Types of Garage Door Openers (Rolling Code and Fixed Code)
114
Rolling Code Programming
115
Fixed Code Programming
117
Erasing the Car2U Home Automation System Buttons
118
Manual Liftgate
119
Opening and Closing the Power Liftgate
120
Power Liftgate
120
Obstacle Detection
123
Resetting the Power Liftgate
123
To Manually Operate the Liftgate
123
Cargo Area Features
124
Cargo Net
124
Roof Rack System
125
Locks and Security
126
Keys
126
Power Door Locks
127
Smart Locks
127
Autolock Feature
127
Deactivating/Activating Autolock Feature
128
Power Door Lock Switch Autolock Enable/Disable Procedure
128
Keyless Entry Keypad Autolock Enable/Disable Procedure
129
Autounlock Feature
129
Deactivating/Activating Autounlock Feature
129
Power Door Lock Switch Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
130
Childproof Door Locks
131
Keyless Entry Keypad Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
131
Remote Entry System
132
Unlocking the Doors/Two Stage Unlock
133
Locking the Doors
134
Opening the Power Liftgate
134
Car Finder
135
Sounding a Panic Alarm
135
Memory Seats/Power Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals
135
Activating the Memory Feature
135
Deactivating the Memory Feature
136
Replacing the Battery
136
Replacing Lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
136
How to Reprogram Your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
137
Illuminated Entry
137
Illuminated Exit
137
Battery Saver
137
Securicode Keyless Entry System
138
Erasing Personal Code
139
Anti-Scan Feature
139
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
139
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
140
Anti-Theft Indicator
141
Automatic Arming
141
Automatic Disarming
141
Replacement Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKT) and Coded Keys
141
Programming Spare Keys
142
Mykey
143
Mykey Restricted Features
144
Standard Settings
144
Optional Settings
144
Create a Mykey
144
Programming Mykey Optional Settings
145
Disable Mykey
145
Check Mykey System Status
146
Using Mykey with Remote Start Systems
146
Perimeter Alarm System
149
Arming the System
149
Disarming the System
150
Triggering the Anti-Theft System
150
Adjustable Head Restraints
151
Seating and Safety Restraints
151
To Adjust the Head Restraint
152
To Reinstall the Adjustable Head Restraint
153
To Remove the Adjustable Head Restraint
153
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
154
Folding down the Front Passenger Seatback
155
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
155
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
156
Heated Seats
158
Using the Power Lumbar Support
158
Easy Entry/Exit Feature
159
Memory Seat/Power Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals
159
Head Restraints
160
Rear Seats
160
Accessing the Third Row Seats
162
Adjusting Second Row Bucket and Bench Seat Back
162
Adjusting Second Row Seats (Six–Passenger Vehicles Only)
162
2Nd Row Powerfold and Tumble Seat
164
Exiting the Third Row Seat
165
Second Row Heated Seats
167
Stowing the Third Row Seat
168
Unstowing the Third Row Seat
169
Third-Row Seat Tailgate Mode
170
Personal Safety System
171
Safety Restraints
171
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints
172
Front Crash Severity Sensor
172
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
172
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
173
Front Passenger Sensing System
173
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
173
Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
174
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
174
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
174
Safety Belt Precautions
175
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
176
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard
176
Automatic Locking Mode
177
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
177
Webbing Extraction Sensitive Mode
177
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
177
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
178
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
178
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
179
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
179
Safety Belt Pretensioner
179
Belt-Minder
180
Conditions of Operation
180
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
180
Deactivating/Activating the Belt-Minder Feature
183
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
184
Important SRS Precautions
185
Children and Airbags
186
How Does the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
187
If the Airbag Readiness Lamp Is Lit
192
Determining if the System Is Operational
193
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System
193
How Does the Side Airbag System Work?
194
Safety Canopy System
195
How Does the Safety Canopy System Work?
196
SOS Post-Crash Alert System
198
Important Child Restraint Precautions
199
Safety Restraints for Children
199
Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
200
Recommendations for Attaching Child Safety Restraints for Children
201
Transporting Children
202
Infant And/Or Toddler Seats
203
Safety Seats for Children
203
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
204
Attaching Child Safety Seats with LATCH
207
Use of Inboard Lower Anchors from the Outboard Seating Positions
209
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
210
Child Booster Seats
213
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
213
Types of Booster Seats
214
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
216
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance
217
Tires, Wheels and Loading
218
All Wheel Drive (AWD) System
218
Notice to Crossover Vehicle Owners
218
Vehicle Characteristics
218
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
219
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
220
Traction AA a B C
220
Treadwear
220
Glossary of Tire Terminology
221
Temperature a B C
221
Tires
221
Inflating Your Tires
222
Tire Inflation
222
Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve Stems
224
Tire Care
224
Damage
225
Tire Wear
225
Tire Replacement Requirements
226
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
226
Highway Hazards
228
Safety Practices
228
Tire and Wheel Alignment
228
Tire Rotation
229
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
230
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
230
Information on “P” Type Tires
231
Information on “T” Type Tires
235
Location of the Tire Label
235
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
236
Changing Tires with TPMS
237
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
238
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
238
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
239
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
240
When Inflating Your Tires
240
Snow Tires and Cables/Chains
241
Base Curb Weight
242
Vehicle Curb Weight
242
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
242
Payload
243
Cargo Weight
244
GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
245
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
245
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
245
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
247
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
248
Trailer Towing
249
Hitches
251
Preparing to Tow
251
Safety Chains
251
Weight Distributing Hitch
251
Driving While You Tow
252
Trailer Brakes
252
Trailer Lamps
252
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Vehicles
253
Recreational Towing
253
Trailer Towing Tips
253
Driving
255
Starting
255
Positions of the Ignition
255
Starting Your Vehicle
255
Important Safety Precautions
256
Starting the Engine
257
Engine Block Heater
258
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
258
Important Ventilating Information
258
Brakes
260
How to Use the Engine Block Heater
260
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
260
Using ABS
260
ABS Warning Lamp
261
Parking Brake
261
Advancetrac with Roll Stability Control Stability Enhancement System
262
Traction Control (TCS)
264
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
264
Roll Stability Control (RSC )
265
Switching off Traction Control
265
Advancetrac Features
266
Trailer Sway Control
266
Steering
267
Disabling Trailer Sway Control
267
Brake-Shift Interlock
269
Automatic Transmission Operation
270
Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning
270
D (Drive) with Grade Assist
272
M (Manual) with Grade Assist
274
Understanding Your Selectshift Automatic Transmission (SST)
275
Paddle Shifters
275
Recommended Shift Speeds
275
Reverse Sensing System
276
Rearview Camera System
278
Active Park Assist (Apa)
280
Night Time and Dark Area Use
280
Servicing
280
Automatic Search for Parking Space
281
Automatic Steering into Parking Space
282
APA Finished
283
Why Isn’t APA Searching for a Parking Space?
284
Why Doesn’t APA Offer a Particular Parking Space?
284
Why Doesn’t APA Position the Vehicle Where I Want in the Space?
284
All Wheel Drive
285
Driving on Slippery Surfaces with AWD Vehicles
286
Basic Operating Principles
286
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
286
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
287
Emergency Maneuvers
287
AWD Systems
288
Sand
288
Mud and Water
288
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
289
Driving on Snow and Ice
290
Maintenance and Modifications
291
Driving through Water
291
Roadside Emergencies
292
Getting Roadside Assistance
292
Hazard Flasher Control
293
Using Roadside Assistance
293
Fuel Pump Shut-Off
294
Fuses and Relays
294
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
295
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
296
Fuses Codes
296
Power Distribution Box
298
Changing the Tires
302
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
302
Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
304
Removing the Spare Tire and Jack
304
Tire Change Procedure
305
Stowing the Tire and Jack
307
Temporary Mobility Kit
309
Tips for Use of the Temporary Mobility Kit
311
What to Do When a Tire Is Punctured
312
Checking Tire Pressure
314
What to Do after the Tire Has Been Sealed
315
Removal of the Sealant Canister from the Temporary Mobility Kit
316
Installation of the Sealant Canister to Temporary Mobility Kit
317
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
318
Running out of Fuel
319
Jump Starting
319
Preparing Your Vehicle
320
Connecting the Jumper Cables
320
Removing the Jumper Cables
323
Wrecker Towing
325
Emergency Towing
326
Customer Assistance
327
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
333
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
333
Cleaning
334
Washing the Exterior
334
Exterior Chrome
334
Waxing
335
Paint Chips
335
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
335
Engine
336
3.5L V6 Engine
337
3.5L V6 Ecoboost Engine
338
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
338
Windows and Wiper Blades
338
Instrument Panel/Interior Trim and Cluster Lens
339
Interior
340
Leather Seats
341
Underbody
341
Maintenance and Specifications
343
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
343
Service Recommendations
343
Working with the Engine off
343
Opening the Hood
344
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
345
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
347
Engine Shield
347
Windshield Washer Fluid
347
Changing Rear Window Wiper Blade
348
Changing the Wiper Blades
348
Checking the Engine Oil
349
Adding Engine Oil
350
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
351
Battery
352
Checking Engine Coolant
354
Adding Engine Coolant
355
Coolant Refill Capacity
357
Recycled Engine Coolant
357
Severe Climates
357
Engine Fluid Temperature Management (Ecoboost Engine Only)
358
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
359
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
360
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
360
Fuel Filter
361
Fuel Information
361
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
361
Refueling
362
Easy Fuel™ “No Cap” Fuel System
363
Choosing the Right Fuel
364
Octane Recommendations
364
Cleaner Air
365
Fuel Quality
365
If You Have Run out of Fuel
366
Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container
366
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
367
Filling the Tank
367
Measuring Techniques
367
Calculating Fuel Economy
368
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
369
Emission Control System
370
EPA Fuel Economy Estimates
370
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
371
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
372
Power Steering Fluid (Except Ecoboost Engine)
373
Brake Fluid
374
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
374
Transmission Fluid
374
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
375
Correct Fluid Level
375
High Fluid Level
375
Low Fluid Level
375
Air Filter
376
Changing the Air Filter Element
377
Motorcraft Part Numbers
378
Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities
379
Engine Data
382
Engine Drivebelt Routing
382
Identifying Your Vehicle
383
Safety Compliance Certification Label
383
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
384
Transmission Code Designations
385
Accessories
386
Ford Extended Service Plan
388
Rental Car Reimbursement
388
Transferable Coverage
388
Index
391
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Brand
Ford
Model
2010 Flex
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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