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DA8J 19A321 AA

April 2013

Fourth Printing

Owner’s Manual

Flex

Litho in U.S.A.

2013 FLEX Owner’s Manual

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2013 FLEX Owner’s Manual

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Default Chapter2
- Table of Contents2
- Table of Contents4
- Table of Contents6
- Table of Contents8
Introduction10
Child Safety18
- Child Seats20
- Child Seat Positioning20
- Booster Seats22
- Installing Child Seats24
- Child Safety Locks35
Safety Belts36
- Fastening the Safety Belts38
- Safety Belt Height Adjustment41
- Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime42
- Safety Belt-Minder42
- Rear Inflatable Safety Belt45
- Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance47
Personal Safety System48
Supplementary Restraints System49
- Driver and Passenger Airbags50
- Front Passenger Sensing System52
- Side Airbags56
- Safety Canopy Curtain Airbags57
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator59
- Airbag Disposal61
Keys and Remote Control62
- General Information on Radio Frequencies62
- Remote Control63
- Keys63
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control69
Mykey70
- Settings, Mykey70
- Creating71
- Clearing72
- System Status72
- Remote Start, Mykey73
- Troubleshooting, Mykey73
Locks74
- Locking and Unlocking74
- Securicode™ Keyless Entry Keypad81
- Resetting the Power Liftgate81
Security84
- Securilock® Passive Anti-Theft System84
- Anti-Theft Alarm87
Steering Wheel88
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel88
- Steering Wheel Controls90
Pedals93
- Adjustable Pedals93
Wipers and Washers94
- Windshield Wipers94
- Rain-Sensing Wipers94
- Windshield Washers95
- Rear-Window Wiper and Washer95
Lighting96
- Lighting Control96
- Autolamps97
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer97
- Headlamp Exit Delay97
- Daytime Running Lamps98
- Front Fog Lamps99
- Turn Signal Control99
- Interior Lamps100
Windows and Mirrors101
- Power Windows101
- Exterior Mirrors102
- Interior Mirrors105
- Sun Visors105
- Moonroof106
Instrument Cluster108
- Gauges108
- Warning Lamps and Indicators109
- Audible Warnings and Indicators114
- Information Displays115
Information Displays Controls115
- Trip Computer118
- Information Messages125
Audio System134
- Myford® SYSTEM136
- Auxiliary Input Jack143
- USB Port145
- Satellite Radio Information146
Climate Control149
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control151
- Auxiliary Passenger Climate Control154
- Rear Window Defroster157
- Cabin Air Filter157
Seats159
- Sitting in the Correct Position159
- Head Restraints160
- Manual Seats162
- Power Seats164
- Memory Function165
- Heated Seats166
- Heated and Ventilated Seats168
- Rear Seats170
Universal Garage Door Opener (if Equipped) 179180
- Homelink® Wireless Control System180
Auxiliary Power Points185
Storage Compartments188
- Center Console188
- Overhead Console190
Starting and Stopping the Engine191
- Engine Block Heater196
Fuel and Refueling198
- Fuel Quality199
- Running out of Fuel200
- Refueling201
- Fuel Consumption203
Transmission207
- Automatic Transmission207
All-Wheel Drive (if Equipped)212
- All Wheel Drive212
Brakes218
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes219
- Parking Brake219
Traction Control220
Stability Control Advancetrac222
Parking Aids223
- Active Park Assist224
- Rear-View Camera System229
Cruise Control234
- Using Cruise Control234
- Using Adaptive Cruise Control235
Driving Aids243
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA)243
- Collision Warning System248
- Steering251
Load Carrying253
- Cargo Net253
- Roof Racks and Load Carriers253
- Vehicle Loading254
Towing262
- Trailer Towing262
- Wrecker Towing269
- Recreational Towing270
Driving Hints272
- Economical Driving272
- Driving through Water273
- Floor Mats274
Roadside Emergencies276
- Getting Roadside Assistance276
- Hazard Warning Flashers277
- Fuel Cut-Off Switch278
- Jump-Starting the Vehicle278
Customer Assistance282
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)289
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)289
Fuses290
- Changing a Fuse290
- Fuse Specification Chart291
Maintenance299
- Opening and Closing the Hood300
- Under Hood Overview301
- Engine Oil Dipstick303
- Engine Oil Check303
- Engine Coolant Check304
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check309
- Brake Fluid Check314
- Power Steering Fluid Check314
- Fuel Filter314
- Washer Fluid Check314
- Battery315
- Checking the Wiper Blades317
- Changing the Wiper Blades317
- Air Filter(S)318
- Adjusting the Headlamps320
- Changing a Bulb322
Vehicle Care327
- Cleaning Products327
- Cleaning the Exterior327
- Waxing329
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage329
- Cleaning the Engine329
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades330
- Cleaning the Interior331
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens331
- Cleaning Leather Seats332
- Cleaning the Alloy Wheels333
- Vehicle Storage333
Wheels and Tires336
- Tire Care338
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)354
- Changing a Road Wheel358
- Stowing the Tire and Jack364
- Technical Specifications365
- Wheel Lug Nut Torque365
Capacities and Specifications367
- Engine Specifications367
- Engine Drivebelt367
- Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities368
- Part Numbers372
- Vehicle Identification Number372
- Vehicle Certification Label373
- Transmission Code Designation374
Accessories375
Ford Extended Service Plan377
Scheduled Maintenance380
- Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log385
Sync397
- Pairing Your Phone for the First Time402
- Assist418
- Vehicle Health Report420
Myford Touch® (if Equipped)446
- Privacy Information451
- Infotainment Display452
- Voice Recognition454
- Listening to Music460
- Phone Features481
- Information Menu489
- Settings501
- Climate Features513
- Navigation System516
Appendices528
Index547

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Brand	Ford
Model	2013 Flex
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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