Ford TRANSIT 2017 User Manual

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June 2016

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Owner’s Manual

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2017 TRANSIT Owner’s Manual

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Default Chapter4
- Table of Contents4
Introduction10
- About this Manual10
- Symbols Glossary10
- Data Recording12
- California Proposition 6513
- Perchlorate13
- Ford Credit13
- Replacement Parts Recommendation13
- Special Notices14
- Mobile Communications Equipment15
- Export Unique Options16
Environment17
- Protecting the Environment17
Child Safety18
- General Information18
- Installing Child Restraints19
- Booster Seats28
- Child Restraint Positioning30
- Child Safety Locks31
Seatbelts33
- Principle of Operation33
- Fastening the Seatbelts34
- Seatbelt Height Adjustment36
- Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime36
- Seatbelt Reminder37
- Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance38
- Seatbelt Extension39
Supplementary Restraints System40
- Principle of Operation40
- Driver and Passenger Airbags41
- Side Airbags47
- Safety Canopy47
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator49
- Airbag Disposal50
Keys and Remote Controls51
- Principle of Operation51
- General Information on Radio Frequencies51
- Remote Control51
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control53
Mykey54
- Principle of Operation54
- Creating a Mykey55
- Clearing All Mykeys56
- Checking Mykey System Status57
- Using Mykey with Remote Start Systems58
- Mykey Troubleshooting58
Doors and Locks60
- Locking and Unlocking60
  - Opening and Closing the Sliding Door61
  - Rear Emergency Exit63
Security65
- Passive Anti-Theft System65
- Anti-Theft Alarm66
Power Running Boards67
- Using Power Running Boards67
  - Manual Operation69
  - Resetting the System69
Steering Wheel70
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel70
- Audio Control70
- Voice Control71
- Cruise Control71
- Information Display Control72
Wipers and Washers73
- Windshield Wipers73
- Autowipers73
- Windshield Washers74
Lighting75
- General Information75
- Lighting Control75
- Autolamps76
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer77
- Daytime Running Lamps77
- Direction Indicators77
- Interior Lamps78
Windows and Mirrors79
- Power Windows79
- Exterior Mirrors80
- Interior Mirror80
- Rear Quarter Windows81
Instrument Cluster82
- Gauges82
- Warning Lamps and Indicators84
- Audible Warnings and Indicators87
Information Displays88
- General Information88
- Trip Computer91
- Personalized Settings91
- Information Messages92
Climate Control98
- Manual Climate Control98
- Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate99
- Rear Passenger Climate Controls100
- Heated Windows and Mirrors101
Seats102
- Sitting in the Correct Position102
- Head Restraints102
- Manual Seats103
  - Adjusting the Lumbar Support104
  - Recline Adjustment104
- Power Seats105
- Rear Seats107
- Installing the Seats108
- Heated Seats109
Auxiliary Power Points111
- Cigar Lighter112
Storage Compartments114
- Cup Holders114
- Overhead Console114
- Bottle Holder114
Starting and Stopping the Engine115
- General Information115
- Ignition Switch115
- Starting a Gasoline Engine116
- Starting a Diesel Engine116
- Diesel Particulate Filter118
- Switching off the Engine118
- Engine Block Heater119
Fuel and Refueling120
- Safety Precautions120
- Fuel Quality - Gasoline121
- Fuel Quality - E85121
- Fuel Quality - Diesel123
- Fuel Filler Funnel Location125
- Running out of Fuel125
- Catalytic Converter126
- Selective Catalytic Reduction System126
- Refueling130
- Fuel Consumption132
- Emission Control System133
Transmission144
- Automatic Transmission144
Brakes149
- General Information149
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes149
- Parking Brake150
- Hill Start Assist - Vehicles With: Hill Start Assist150
Traction Control152
- Principle of Operation152
- Using Traction Control152
Stability Control153
- Principle of Operation153
- Using Stability Control154
Parking Aids155
- Principle of Operation155
- Parking Aid155
- Rear View Camera157
Cruise Control160
- Principle of Operation160
- Using Cruise Control160
- Switching Cruise Control off161
Driving Aids162
- Speed Limiter162
- Driver Alert162
- Lane Keeping System163
- Steering165
Load Carrying167
- Load Retaining Fixtures167
- Load Limit167
Towing172
- Towing a Trailer172
- Trailer Sway Control173
- Recommended Towing Weights173
- Essential Towing Checks175
- Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels181
- Recreational Towing182
Driving Hints183
- Breaking-In183
- Reduced Engine Performance183
- Economical Driving183
- Cold Weather Precautions184
- Driving through Water184
- Floor Mats184
Roadside Emergencies186
- Roadside Assistance186
- Hazard Warning Flashers187
- Fuel Shutoff187
- Jump Starting the Vehicle187
- Post-Crash Alert System190
- Transporting the Vehicle190
Customer Assistance192
- Getting the Services You Need192
- In California (U.S. Only)193
- The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)194
- Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)195
- Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada195
- Ordering Additional Owner's Literature196
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)197
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)197
Fuses199
- Fuse Box Locations199
- Fuse Specification Chart200
  - Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel204
  - Body Control Module210
- Changing a Fuse212
Maintenance214
- General Information214
- Opening and Closing the Hood214
- Closing the Hood215
- Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost216
- Under Hood Overview - 3.7L217
- Under Hood Overview - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel218
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L Ecoboost219
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L219
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel219
- Engine Oil Check219
- Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter220
- Oil Change Indicator Reset221
- Engine Cooling Fan - E85/Gasoline221
- Engine Cooling Fan - Diesel221
- Engine Coolant Check221
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check225
- Brake Fluid Check226
- Power Steering Fluid Check226
- Washer Fluid Check226
- Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel227
- Fuel Filter - Gasoline229
- Changing the 12V Battery229
- Checking the Wiper Blades231
- Changing the Wiper Blades231
- Adjusting the Headlamps232
- Removing a Headlamp233
- Changing a Bulb234
  - Rear Lamps236
  - License Plate Lamp237
  - Central High Mounted Brake Lamp237
  - Reading Lamps238
- Bulb Specification Chart239
- Changing the Engine Air Filter240
Vehicle Care242
- Cleaning Products242
- Cleaning the Exterior243
- Waxing243
- Cleaning the Engine244
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades244
- Cleaning the Interior245
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens246
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage247
- Cleaning the Wheels247
- Vehicle Storage247
Wheels and Tires250
- General Information250
- Tire Care251
- Using Winter Tires268
- Using Snow Chains268
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System269
- Changing a Road Wheel273
- Technical Specifications282
Capacities and Specifications284
- Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost284
- Engine Specifications - 3.7L284
- Engine Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel285
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost286
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L287
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel288
- Vehicle Identification Number289
- Vehicle Certification Label290
- Transmission Code Designation290
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost291
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L294
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel297
Audio System301
- General Information301
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM302
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium Am/Fm/CD305
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/CD/Sync307
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/CD/Sync/Satellite Radio309
- Digital Radio311
- Satellite Radio313
- Audio Input Jack316
- USB Port316
- Media Hub317
Sync318
- General Information318
- Using Voice Recognition320
- Using SYNC with Your Phone322
- SYNC Applications and Services334
- Using SYNC with Your Media Player339
- SYNC Troubleshooting348
- Sync348
Sync™ 3356
- General Information356
- Home Screen366
- Using Voice Recognition367
- Entertainment374
- Phone384
- Phone Menu385
- Navigation389
- Apps397
- Settings400
- SYNC 3 Troubleshooting412
Accessories425
- Auxiliary Switches426
Ford Protect428
Scheduled Maintenance430
- General Maintenance Information430
- Normal Scheduled Maintenance433
- Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance435
- Scheduled Maintenance Record438
Appendices448
- End User License Agreement448

Questions and Answers:

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ronald55Jul 28, 2025
What to do if I lost the only admin key for my Ford TRANSIT 2017?
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  Sharon JonesJul 28, 2025
  If you've lost the only admin key for your Ford Automobile, you'll need to purchase a new key from an authorized dealer.
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davidtorresAug 9, 2025
Why I cannot create a MyKey for my Ford TRANSIT 2017 Automobile?
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  Stephanie Savage DDSAug 9, 2025
  You may not be able to create a MyKey for your Ford Automobile because the key or transmitter used to start the vehicle does not have admin privileges, or it is the only admin key. Also, for vehicles with keyless start, the keyless start transmitter may not be placed in the backup position. It is also possible that the SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is disabled or in unlimited mode.