Ford TRANSIT 2018 - User Manual

Ford TRANSIT 2018

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July 2017

First Printing

Owner’s Manual

Transit

Litho in U.S.A.

owner.ford.com ford.ca

2018 TRANSIT Owner’s Manual

2018 TRANSIT Owner’s Manual

JK3J 19A321 AA

Table of Contents

Default Chapter4
- Table of Contents4
Introduction10
- About this Manual10
- Symbols Glossary10
- Data Recording12
- California Proposition 6514
- Perchlorate14
- Ford Credit14
- Replacement Parts Recommendation15
- Special Notices15
- Mobile Communications Equipment17
- Export Unique Options17
Environment18
- Protecting the Environment18
Child Safety19
- General Information19
- Installing Child Restraints20
- Booster Seats34
- Child Restraint Positioning36
- Child Safety Locks37
Seatbelts39
- Principle of Operation39
- Fastening the Seatbelts40
- Seatbelt Height Adjustment42
- Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime42
- Seatbelt Reminder43
- Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance44
- Seatbelt Extension45
Supplementary Restraints System46
- Principle of Operation46
- Driver and Passenger Airbags47
- Side Airbags53
- Safety Canopy53
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator55
- Airbag Disposal56
Keys and Remote Controls57
- Principle of Operation57
- General Information on Radio Frequencies57
- Remote Control - Vehicles Without: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)58
- Remote Control - Vehicles With: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)59
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control61
Mykey62
- Principle of Operation62
- Creating a Mykey63
- Clearing All Mykeys64
- Checking Mykey System Status65
- Using Mykey with Remote Start Systems66
- Mykey Troubleshooting66
Doors and Locks68
- Locking and Unlocking68
Security73
- Passive Anti-Theft System73
- Anti-Theft Alarm74
Power Running Boards75
- Using Power Running Boards75
  - Manual Operation77
  - Resetting the System77
Steering Wheel78
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel78
- Audio Control78
- Voice Control79
- Cruise Control79
- Information Display Control80
Wipers and Washers81
- Windshield Wipers81
- Autowipers81
- Windshield Washers82
Lighting83
- General Information83
- Lighting Control83
- Autolamps84
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer85
- Daytime Running Lamps85
- Direction Indicators85
- Interior Lamps86
- Cargo Lamps86
Windows and Mirrors88
- Power Windows88
- Exterior Mirrors89
- Interior Mirror90
- Rear Quarter Windows90
Instrument Cluster91
- Gauges91
- Warning Lamps and Indicators93
- Audible Warnings and Indicators96
Information Displays97
- General Information97
- Trip Computer100
- Personalized Settings100
- Information Messages101
Climate Control107
- Manual Climate Control107
- Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate108
- Rear Passenger Climate Controls109
- Heated Windows and Mirrors110
- Remote Start110
Seats111
- Sitting in the Correct Position111
- Head Restraints111
- Manual Seats112
  - Adjusting the Lumbar Support113
  - Recline Adjustment113
- Power Seats114
- Rear Seats116
- Installing the Seats117
- Heated Seats118
Auxiliary Power Points120
- Cigar Lighter121
Storage Compartments123
- Cup Holders123
- Overhead Console123
- Bottle Holder123
- Front Door Storage Compartment123
Starting and Stopping the Engine124
- General Information124
- Ignition Switch124
- Starting a Gasoline Engine125
- Starting a Diesel Engine125
- Switching off the Engine127
- Engine Block Heater127
Fuel and Refueling129
- Safety Precautions129
- Fuel Quality - Diesel130
- Fuel Quality - Gasoline132
- Fuel Quality - E85133
- Fuel Filler Funnel Location134
- Running out of Fuel134
- Refueling135
- Fuel Consumption137
Engine Emission Control139
- Emission Law139
- Catalytic Converter - 3.5L/3.7L140
- Selective Catalytic Reductant System - 3.2L Diesel141
- Diesel Particulate Filter - 3.2L Diesel144
Transmission150
- Automatic Transmission150
- Tow/Haul153
Brakes155
- General Information155
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes155
- Parking Brake - Vehicles With: Mechanical Parking Brake156
- Parking Brake - Vehicles With: Push down Parking Brake156
- Hill Start Assist157
- Switching the System on and off158
Traction Control159
- Principle of Operation159
- Using Traction Control159
Stability Control160
- Principle of Operation160
- Using Stability Control161
Parking Aids162
- Principle of Operation162
- Parking Aid162
- Rear View Camera164
Cruise Control167
- Principle of Operation167
- Using Cruise Control167
Driving Aids168
- Speed Limiter168
- Driver Alert168
- Lane Keeping System169
- Steering171
Load Carrying173
- Load Retaining Fixtures173
- Load Limit173
Towing178
- Towing a Trailer178
- Trailer Sway Control179
- Recommended Towing Weights179
- Essential Towing Checks181
- Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels187
- Recreational Towing188
Driving Hints189
- Breaking-In189
- Reduced Engine Performance189
- Economical Driving189
- Cold Weather Precautions190
- Driving through Water190
- Floor Mats190
Roadside Emergencies192
- Roadside Assistance192
- Hazard Flashers193
- Emergency Exit193
- Fuel Shutoff193
- Jump Starting the Vehicle194
- Post-Crash Alert System196
- Transporting the Vehicle196
Customer Assistance198
- Getting the Services You Need198
- In California (U.S. Only)199
- The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)200
- Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)201
- Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada201
- Ordering Additional Owner's Literature202
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)203
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)203
Fuses205
- Fuse Box Locations205
- Fuse Specification Chart - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel206
- Fuse Specification Chart - 3.5L Ecoboost /3.7L215
- Engine Compartment Fuse Box215
- Changing a Fuse224
Maintenance226
- General Information226
- Opening and Closing the Hood226
- Closing the Hood227
- Under Hood Overview - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel228
- Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost229
- Under Hood Overview - 3.7L230
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel231
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L Ecoboost231
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L231
- Engine Oil Check231
- Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter232
- Oil Change Indicator Reset233
- Engine Cooling Fan - Diesel233
- Engine Cooling Fan - E85/Gasoline233
- Engine Coolant Check233
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check237
- Brake Fluid Check238
- Power Steering Fluid Check238
- Washer Fluid Check238
- Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel239
- Fuel Filter - Gasoline241
- Changing the 12V Battery241
- Checking the Wiper Blades243
- Changing the Front Wiper Blades243
- Adjusting the Headlamps244
- Removing a Headlamp245
- Changing a Bulb246
  - Rear Lamps248
  - License Plate Lamp249
  - Interior Lamp249
  - Central High Mounted Brake Lamp249
  - Reading Lamps250
- Bulb Specification Chart251
- Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel252
- Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.5L Ecoboost253
- Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.7L254
- Drive Belt Routing - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel255
- Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L Ecoboost /3.7L256
Vehicle Care257
- Cleaning Products257
- Cleaning the Exterior258
- Waxing258
- Cleaning the Engine259
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades259
- Cleaning the Interior260
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens261
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage262
- Cleaning the Wheels262
- Vehicle Storage262
Wheels and Tires265
- General Information265
- Tire Care266
- Using Winter Tires283
- Using Snow Chains283
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System284
- Changing a Road Wheel289
  - Rear Jacking Points295
  - Front Jacking Points295
- Technical Specifications300
Capacities and Specifications302
- Engine Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel302
- Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost303
- Engine Specifications - 3.7L304
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel305
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost305
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L307
- Vehicle Identification Number308
- Vehicle Certification Label309
- Transmission Code Designation309
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel310
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost313
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L317
Audio System321
- General Information321
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/CD/Sync/Satellite Radio322
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium Am/Fm/CD324
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM326
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/CD/Sync329
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/USB Port/Bluetooth331
- Digital Radio337
- Satellite Radio339
- Audio Input Jack342
- USB Port342
- Media Hub343
Sync344
- General Information344
- Using Voice Recognition346
- Using SYNC with Your Phone348
- SYNC Applications and Services360
- Using SYNC with Your Media Player365
- SYNC Troubleshooting374
- Sync374
Sync™ 3382
- General Information382
- Home Screen392
- Using Voice Recognition393
- Entertainment400
- Phone410
- Phone Menu411
- Navigation415
- Apps423
- Settings426
- SYNC 3 Troubleshooting440
Accessories452
- Auxiliary Switches453
Ford Protect455
Scheduled Maintenance457
- General Maintenance Information457
- Normal Scheduled Maintenance460
- Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance462
- Scheduled Maintenance Record465
Appendices475
- End User License Agreement475

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