Ford 2015 ECOSPORT - User Manual

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FORD ECOSPORT Owner's Manual

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Default Chapter3
- Table of Contents3
Introduction7
- About this Manual7
- Symbols Glossary7
- Replacement Parts Recommendation9
  - Collision Repairs9
- Special Notices10
- Mobile Communications Equipment10
  - Warranty on Replacement Parts10
At a Glance11
Child Safety15
- Installing Child Restraints15
  - Booster Seats16
  - Isofix Anchor Points16
- Child Restraint Positioning17
- ISOFIX Anchor Points17
- Child Safety Locks19
  - Rear Left-Hand Door19
  - Rear Right-Hand Door19
Seatbelts20
- Fastening the Seatbelts20
  - Fixed Rear Center Lap Belt20
- Seatbelt Reminder21
  - Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy21
  - Deactivating the Safety Belt Minder21
Supplementary Restraints System22
- Principle of Operation22
- Driver Airbag23
- Passenger Airbag23
- Side Airbags23
- Side Curtain Airbags24
Keys and Remote Controls25
- General Information on Radio Frequencies25
- Remote Control25
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control27
Locks28
- Locking and Unlocking28
- Keyless Entry30
- Tailgate32
  - Opening the Tailgate32
Security33
- Passive Anti-Theft System33
Steering Wheel34
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel34
- Audio Control34
- Voice Control35
Wipers and Washers36
- Windshield Wipers36
- Autowipers36
- Windshield Washers37
- Rear Window Wiper and Washers37
  - Rear Window Washer38
Lighting39
- Lighting Control39
- Autolamps39
- Headlamp Exit Delay40
- Daytime Running Lamps40
- Front Fog Lamps40
- Rear Fog Lamps40
- Headlamp Leveling41
- Direction Indicators41
- Interior Lamps42
Windows and Mirrors43
- Power Windows43
  - Window Lock43
- Exterior Mirrors44
- Interior Mirror45
Instrument Cluster46
- Gauges46
  - Fuel Gauge46
  - Information Display46
- Warning Lamps and Indicators48
- Audible Warnings and Indicators51
Information Displays53
- General Information53
- Trip Computer54
  - Trip Computer Optional55
- Information Messages57
Climate Control63
- Principle of Operation63
- Manual Climate Control64
- Automatic Climate Control65
- Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate66
- Heated Windows68
  - Heated Rear Window (if Equipped)68
Seats69
- Sitting in the Correct Position69
- Head Restraints69
- Manual Seats70
  - Removing the Head Restraints70
- Rear Seats71
- Front Seat Armrest75
Auxiliary Power Points76
- Cigar Lighter76
Storage Compartments78
- Center Console78
- Cool Box78
- Glasses Holder78
- Under Seat Storage78
Starting and Stopping the Engine79
- General Information79
- Ignition Switch79
- Keyless Starting79
- Steering Wheel Lock81
- Starting a Gasoline Engine82
  - Fuel Flooded Engine82
  - Engine Idle Speed after Starting82
- Starting a Diesel Engine83
- Switching off the Engine83
  - Vehicles with a Turbocharger83
Fuel and Refueling84
- Safety Precautions84
- Fuel Quality84
- Fuel Quality - Diesel85
- Running out of Fuel85
  - Long-Term Storage85
- Catalytic Converter85
- Refueling86
  - Driving with a Catalytic Converter86
  - Fuel Filler Cap86
- Fuel Consumption87
  - Filling the Tank87
  - Calculating Fuel Economy87
Transmission88
- Manual Transmission88
- Automatic Transmission90
  - Brake-Shift Interlock Override91
- Hill Start Assist92
- Brakes93
  - Activating Hill Start Assist93
  - Deactivating Hill Start Assist93
Brakes94
- General Information94
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes94
- Parking Brake94
  - Vehicles with Manual Transmission94
  - All Vehicles95
Traction Control96
- Principle of Operation96
- Using Traction Control96
Stability Control97
- Principle of Operation97
- Using Stability Control97
Parking Aids98
- Principle of Operation98
- Parking Aid98
  - Rear Sensing System99
Driving Aids100
- Steering100
  - Electric Power Steering100
Load Carrying101
- General Information101
- Luggage Anchor Points101
- Luggage Covers101
- Roof Racks and Load Carriers101
Towing103
- Towing Points103
- Transporting the Vehicle103
- Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels104
Driving Hints105
- Breaking-In105
- Driving through Water105
- Floor Mats105
  - Brakes and Clutch105
Roadside Emergencies107
- Hazard Warning Flashers107
- Warning Triangle107
- Fuel Shutoff107
- Jump Starting the Vehicle107
Fuses110
- Fuse Box Locations110
- Fuse Specification Chart111
- Changing a Fuse118
Maintenance119
- General Information119
- Opening and Closing the Hood119
  - Opening the Hood119
  - Closing the Hood120
- Under Hood Overview - 1.0L Ecoboost121
- Under Hood Overview - 1.5L Tivct122
- Under Hood Overview - 1.5L Tdci123
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.0L Ecoboost124
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L Tivct124
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L Tdci124
- Engine Oil Check124
  - Checking the Oil Level125
  - Oil Consumption125
  - Topping up125
- Engine Coolant Check126
- Brake and Clutch Fluid Check126
  - Oil Filter126
  - Adding Engine Coolant126
- Washer Fluid Check127
- Changing the 12V Battery127
- Changing the Wiper Blades128
  - Changing the Rear Window Wiper Blade129
- Removing a Headlamp130
- Changing a Bulb131
  - Vanity Lamp132
  - Side Lamp132
- Front Fog Lamps132
  - Rear Lamps133
  - Central High Mounted Brake Lamp134
  - Number Plate Lamp134
  - Interior Lamp134
- Bulb Specification Chart135
  - Map Lamp (Driver Side)135
- Changing the Engine Air Filter136
- Technical Specifications136
- Changing the Air Filter Element136
Vehicle Care140
- Cleaning the Exterior140
- Cleaning the Engine140
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage141
Wheels and Tires142
- General Information142
- Tire Care142
- Using Snow Chains142
- Changing a Road Wheel143
- Technical Specifications147
Capacities and Specifications148
- Vehicle Identification Plate148
- Vehicle Identification Number148
- Technical Specifications150
Audio System151
- General Information151
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Bluetooth152
  - Making and Receiving Calls158
  - Phone Menu Options158
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/CD159
  - Bluetooth Audio Streaming159
  - Automatic Volume Control163
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/CD/Sync164
- Compact Disc Player169
- Audio Input Jack172
- USB Port173
- Audio Troubleshooting174
Appendices175
- Electromagnetic Compatibility175
- End User License Agreement176

Questions and Answers

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leonard22Jul 26, 2025
Why does my Ford 2015 ECOSPORT Automobile CD drive say high temp?
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  Nicole WalshJul 26, 2025
  If your Ford Automobile's CD drive displays a high temperature warning, it means the ambient temperature is too hot. The unit will not function until it cools down.
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Raymond AndersonAug 11, 2025
How to fix 'Please check CD' error on Ford 2015 ECOSPORT?
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  Tammy SwansonAug 11, 2025
  If your Ford Automobile displays a 'Please check CD' message, ensure the disc is loaded correctly. Try cleaning the disc and re-inserting it, or test with a known good music CD. If the error continues, contact an authorized dealer.