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1. how the system will read the structures you create While various 1 J mp3 files may be present files with Amps 2 extensions other than mp3 only files with the mp3 extension will be played Other files will be ignored T nme by the system This enables you to use the same MP3 disc for a variety Jimp3 of tasks on your work computer f mp3 home computer and your in vehicle system Frm 6 L mp3 e LF B doc Ej ppt z xls In track mode the system will display and play the structure as if it were only one level deep all mp3 files will be played regardless of being in a specific folder In folder mode the system will only play the mp3 files in the current folder Satellite radio information if equipped Satellite radio channels SIRIUS9 broadcasts a variety of music news sports weather traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels visit www sirius com in the United States www sirius canada ca in Canada or call SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 Satellite radio reception factors To receive the satellite signal your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the roof of your vehicle The vehicle roof provides the best location for an unobstructed open view of the sky a requirement of a satellite radio system Like AM FM there are several factors that c
2. 187 fluid capacities 258 lubricant specifications 258 TOVEIS rok pu P Un HAE FAERIY 188 Message center ssss 18 english metric button 21 system check button 21 warning messages 21 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Index MITEOES seuna 60 61 automatic dimming rearview METOE iced er eee 60 heated 32 ohh 61 side view mirrors power 61 Moon roof sseeeee 66 Motorcraft parts 226 257 MYK CY esee 81 o Octane rating sese 245 Oil see Engine oil 232 P Parental MyKey programming 81 Parking brake 178 Parts see Motorcraft parts 257 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor 97 Power distribution box see FUSES usos enne 196 Power door locks 68 Power mirrors 61 Power point imi 58 Power steering 182 fluid checking and adding 253 fluid refill capacity 258 fluid specifications 258 Power Windows ssss 59 R Radi 35e cette ete eer 25 273 Index Recommendations for SecuriLock passive anti theft attaching safety restraints for SY SLGITI 2 cocer oess E T 78 ehilten 2 2 detsees eoo oe eebets 127 S
3. sssseeeeeee 179 B Air cleaner filter 256 257 Air conditioning Battery P eestteeesstteeessstteeesssteeens 234 manual heating and air ier conditioning System 42 E n ee E Y Airbag supplemental restraint replacement specifications 257 system seeeee 110 119 121 SeFVICIIIB serteni tesi ee ego 234 and child safety seats 112 Vega d description ese 110 119 121 Belt Minder 105 disposal sessioner ar 125 Booster seats oo 140 driver airbag 112 120 122 Brakes sss 176 177 indicator light 118 124 antilock consentement 177 operation 112 120 122 anti lock brake system ABS passenger airbag 112 120 122 warning light 0 177 side airbag ss 119 fluid checking and adding 253 Ambient mood lighting 49 fluid refill capacities 258 AM FM 25 fluid specifications 258 Poeeee eee rere ee eee eee eee eee eee eee ee eee ery lubricant specifications sess ADS Antifreeze DATING ertet tenes 178 see Engine coolant 236 shift interlock 183 Anti lock brake system Break in period ss 5 see Brakes eene Ot tt ERES 49 Anti theft system 78 86 arming the system 87 C disarming a triggered system 87 WEISS OTIS eedem 87 Capacities for refi
4. 88 Headlamps i3 cerei 45 AMINE Nr 47 bulb specifications 50 daytime running lights 46 flash to pass ssssses 46 Mish beam ioter 45 replacing bulbs 51 turning on and off 45 Heating heating and air conditioning SVSUGIM scrisse xke eE eee ed 42 looo Ec E 228 I Ignition 171 261 262 Infant seats see Safety seats 129 Inspection maintenance I M DesUmg iecit rs 252 Instrument panel Cleanmg 5 een 223 CISTET scire dioere 12 lighting up panel and MNCOTIOL esee e meds 46 J Jump starting your vehicle 205 K Keyless entry system autoloCk esses aeree 69 Ry S cedere NUR 79 positions of the ignition 171 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart 50 daytime running light 46 fog LAMPS i eerte 45 headlamps 5e 45 headlamps flash to pass 46 instrument panel dimming 46 interior lamps 48 50 replacing bulbs 51 LATCH anchors 135 Lights warning and indicator 12 anti lock brakes ABS 177 Load limits eristatuna 163 Locks autolock sssseseeee 69 childproof ieee eee 72 GOOFS ctvessciatds cactuatesdestisnteedsdediniats 68 Lubricant specifications 258 LUE NULS 5 anto ERR 204 M Manual transmission
5. 232 dipstick e 232 271 Index filter specifications 2338 2 recommendations 2 refill capacities 258 specifications 258 Event data recording Exhaust fumes 174 F Fail safe cooling 240 Fan Engine Cooling 227 230 Fleet MyKey programming Fluid capacities 258 Fog lamps sese echtes Edel etse RE EE 242 calculating fuel ECONOMY 2 iesexeiste cootra 20 247 rye c E NN 244 CADACILY iececiscstenenriedapeteens 258 choosing the right fuel 245 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates 250 detergent in fuel 246 filling your vehicle with fuel conetur 242 244 247 filter specifications 241 257 fuel pump shut off switch 192 improving fuel economy 247 octane rating 245 261 262 prid aneta 246 running out of fuel 246 safety information relating to automotive fuels 242 Fuel pump shut off switch 192 FUSES eeeee 192 193 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 244 272 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Gas mileage see Fuel economy 247 Galles aee rice Yeti n 17 H Hazard flashers 191 Head restraints
6. Seating and Safety Restraints How does the side airbag system work The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags The side airbag system consists of the following e An inflatable nylon bag airbag with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment e The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags e Two pressure sensors located in the front doors e Two crash sensors located between the B and C pillars Side airbags in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats In certain lateral collisions the airbag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause t
7. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications 227 Engine compartment 230 Engine oil 232 Battery 234 Engine coolant 236 Fuel information 242 Air filter s 256 Part numbers 257 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 258 Engine data 261 Accessories 265 Ford Extended Service Plan 267 Index 270 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2009 Ford Motor Company 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Introduction CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website e In the United States www ford com e In Canada www ford ca e In Australia www ford com au e In Mexico www ford com mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your p
8. Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the side air curtain system its fuses the A B or C pillar trim or the headliner on a vehicle containing a side air curtain See your authorized dealer WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an inflatable curtain is provided WARNING To reduce the risk of injury do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment zone of the inflatable curtain How does the side air curtain system work The design and development of the side air curtain system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags including side air curtain systems The side air curtain system consists of the following Somer e An inflatable nylon curtain with a 8as generator concealed behind the headliner and above the doors e The headliner will flex to open above the side doors to allow air curtain deployment e The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags 122 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints e Two pressure sensors located
9. repeat this procedure from Step 1 for each additional key Note To program MyKey features refer to MyKey in this chapter MYKEY The MyKey feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode to promote good driving habits All but one of the keys programmed to the vehicle can be activated as a MyKey The key will remain restricted until MyKey is disabled Any remaining keys are referred to as an Administrator key or Admin key The Admin key can be used to create a MyKey program optional MyKey settings and disable the MyKey feature When the MyKey feature is enabled the user can use System Check in the message center to see how many MyKeys and Admin keys are programmed to the vehicle and how many total miles have been driven with the MyKey active MyKey Restricted Features Standard settings These settings cannot be changed The audio system will be muted whenever Belt Minder is activated until the safety belts are buckled Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for a detailed description of Belt Minder operation Low fuel warnings are displayed in the message center followed by a chime when the Distance to Empty value reaches 75 miles 120 km e The reverse sensing system cannot be turned off Optional settings These settings can be changed e Vehicle speed is limited to 80 mph 130 km h Visual warnings are displayed followed by a chime when the vehicle speed has
10. 2 Press the clutch pedal to the floor then put the gearshift lever in the neutral position 3 Start the engine 4 Press the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever to the desired gear 1 First or R Reverse 5 Release the parking brake then slowly release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator During each shift the clutch pedal must be fully pressed to the floor Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it doesn t interfere with the full extension of the clutch pedal Failure to fully press the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift efforts prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill These actions will severely reduce the life of the clutch and could nullify a clutch warranty claim 187 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 First when your vehicle is moving faster than 15 mph 24 km h This will damage the clutch Upshift according to the following chart Recommended upshifts for best fuel economy when accelerating 5 speed manual transmission Shift from 14 mph 23 km h I 24 mph 39 km h d 32 mph 51 km h 4 44 mph 71 km h Reverse Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift i
11. 262 checking the pressure 148 Satellite Radio Gf equipped m 25 inflating XXn uada dup ERETT ETTA 146 Satellite Radio Information 38 label hannan 158 guun replacing sssuusu 150 bL CM nean 88 TOLAUD soenen enn 152 child safety seats 129 safety practices cee 151 heated csse ten 93 sidewall information 153 274 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus snow tires and chains 163 Spare Ure exe tepore even 199 terminology sisser ranean 145 tire grades s tedio 145 IreadweaE iier 144 149 TOWING errar tere erc eee ies 169 recreational towing 169 trailer TOWING ase 169 WEYGCKOE ion creadores 211 Transmission automatic operation 184 brake shift interlock BSI 183 fluid checking and adding automatic sssssss 253 fluid checking and adding manual caesos sae peunes 256 fluid refill capacities 258 lubricant specifications 258 manual operation 187 TENE ee cseteris in 72 remote release 67 75 Turn SIGNAL sessirnar 48 U USB pott cette ete 35 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Index V Vehicle Identification Number VIN 12 essent A 263 Vehicle loading 163 Ventilating your vehicle 174 W Warning lights see Lights 12
12. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER G The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice The engine must be running to operate the rear window defroster Press G to turn the rear window defroster on An indicator light on the button will illuminate when active The rear window defroster turns off automatically after a predetermined amount of time if a low battery condition is detected or when the ignition is turned off or to the accessory position To manually turn off the rear window defroster at any time press the control again If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors the same button will activate both Refer to Heated outside mirrors in the Driver Controls chapter Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside or the rear window This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty 44 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus HEADLAMP CONTROL XX Turns the lamps off Ps Turns on the parking lamps instrument panel lamps license plate lamps and tail lamps ZO Turns the low beam headlamps on Fog lamp control if e
13. OA Rear e power Canis Vent Netued 0 O 40A Anti lock brake system ABS motor 30A 30A 40A 20A 20A 30A 197 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Protected circuits ee ee ee PD Notused 20 AC clutch relay Po 21A Rear defrost relay 2B gt o Notused 210 Blowerreday 21D PCM relay 23 Notused 24 Notused O 25 s Notued 26 15A PCM emission related au 4E powertrain components 27 Notused O 30A Cooling fan low speed relay 308 Starterrelay 300 Notused 30D Cooling fan high speed relay 3IA Reverse lamp relay 31B j Fuelpumpreay 310 Wiper power relay 31ID jNotued SIE j Notused O 3IF j Notused 32 AC clutch diode 33 EEC diode O 34 One touch integrated start OTIS diode 198 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving e do not brake heavily e gradually decrease the vehicle s speed e hold the steering wheel firm
14. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed 241 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS jg Important safety precautions WARNING Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire WARNING The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others WARNING If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in serious personal injury WARNING Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled WARNING Gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel e Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle e Always turn off the vehicle before refueling e Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury If fuel is swallowed call a physician immediately even if no symptoms are immediately apparent The toxic effects of fuel may not be
15. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR 166 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading e Example only MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO ATE XX XX GVWR XXXXXLB XXXXXKG FRONT GAWR XXXXL XXXXLI XXXXKG WITH WITH TIRES XXXXiXX RIMS XXXX XX RIMS AT XXX kPa XX PSLCOLD AT XXX KPa XX PSI COLD THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX TYPE XXX XXXXX EXT PNT XX RC XX DSO WBTBRK TINTTR TPPS R TAXLE TR SPR TXXXXX XXX X XX X X XXX XX JOQ0000000000 XXX XXXX XXXXXXX XX MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO DATE Xx xx GYWR PNBY XxXxX LB 00XXKG LONE FRONT GAWR PNBE AV REAR GAWR PNBE AR s K PSU la pn QR PS XXXX YOOX XXXXXX RIMS JANTES XXxXXX can ina a di COLD A FROID Xox xx JUMELEES E 000 100x 00x perd aum TET i TII L TINTTR TTE PS At TR E X X XXXX d GOUGODUOOUUX XXX TOOK KOK WARNING Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury WARNING Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label 167 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus
16. U S DOT Tire Identification Number TIN This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall 9 M S or M S Mud and Snow or AT All Terrain or AS All Season 10 Tire Ply Composition and Material Used Indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and the sidewall which include steel nylon polyester and others 11 Maximum Load Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle 155 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 12 Treadwear Traction and Temperature Grades e Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rati
17. WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible 111 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision WARNING Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active airbag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Front airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollover side impact or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration 112 2010 Focus foc Owners G
18. Washer fluid ssss 231 Water Driving through 189 Windows DOWSGE eanna en se codes Nodes 59 Windshield washer fluid and MVD GTS Arie avout a usen sa ecten 55 checking and adding fluid 231 replacing wiper blades 231 Wrecker towing 211 275
19. add or delete programming including canceling moving or adding particular channels and its prices at any time with or without notice to you Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes Satellite radio electronic serial number ESN This 12 digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate modify or track your satellite radio account You will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS While in satellite radio mode you can view this number on the radio display by pressing the AUX and preset 1 controls simultaneously 39 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems Radio Display Action Required ACQUIRING Radio requires more No action required than two seconds to This message should produce audio for the disappear shortly selected channel SAT FAULT Internal module or If this message does system failure not clear within a short present period of time or with an ignition key cycle your receiver may have a fault See your authorized dealer for service INVALID CHNL Channel no longer This previously available available channel is no longer available Tune to another channel If the channel was one of your presets you may choose another channel for that preset button UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not Contact SIRIUS at available for this 1 888 539 7474 to channel subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel NO TEXT Artist info
20. and SYNC if equipped modes For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC refer to the SYNC information included with your vehicle for further information 32 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems OK Your vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media features which will require you to confirm commands by pressing OK Refer to the SYNC information included with your vehicle for further information Phone If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC press to access SYNC PHONE features Refer to the SYNC information included with your vehicle for further information If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNCS the display will read NO PHONE Auxiliary input jack Line in WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road The driver s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so The Auxiliary Input Jack provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in vehicle audio system This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with
21. e Rear passenger feet and knees resting or pushing on the seat The conditions listed above may cause the weight of a properly seated occupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the passenger sensing system The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or lighter due to the conditions described in the list above WARNING To reduce the risk of possible serious injury Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket if equipped or hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console if equipped Check the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp for proper airbag Status Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the passenger seat sensing system 117 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints In case there is a problem with the o e front passenger sensing system the 9 airbag readiness lamp in the IN instrument cluster will stay lit If the airbag readiness lamp is lit do the following The driver and or adult passengers should check for any objects that may be lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat If objects are lodged and or cargo is interfering with the seat please take the following steps to remove the obstruction e Pull the vehicle over e Turn the vehicle off e Driver and or ad
22. location such as the center console or the glove box when the vehicle is in motion The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion USB port if equipped WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road The driver s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so Your vehicle may be equipped with a USB port inside your center console This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices memory E IN sticks and also to charge devices if Sw Eo they support this feature For W further information on this feature a lt lt Ze refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC supplement or Navigation System supplement GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC Those frequencies are AM 530 540 1700 1710 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz Radio reception factors There are three factors that can affect radio reception e Distance strength The further you travel from an FM station the weaker the
23. 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 99000000000000000090 o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o Note If the battery is disconnected discharged or a new battery is installed the dimmer switch requires re calibration Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full dome on position to reset This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions 46 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Lights AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by your authorized dealer Vertical aim adjustment 1 Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface approximately 25 feet 7 6 meters away e 1 8 feet 2 4 meters e 2 Center height of lamp to ground e 3 25 feet 7 6 meters e 4 Horizontal reference line 2 Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground and mark an 8 foot 2 4 meter horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height a piece of masking tape works well 3 Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood 4 On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high intensity light The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference line If not the beam will need
24. 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security Autolock if equipped The autolock feature will lock all the doors when e all doors are closed e the ignition is in the on position e you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion and e the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km h The autolock feature repeats when e any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the on position and the vehicle speed is 9 mph 15 km h or lower and e the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km h Deactivating activating autolock Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature enabled There are three methods to enable disable this feature e Through your authorized dealer or e Performing the power door lock control procedure or e Performing the message center if equipped procedure Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter Note The autolock feature can be activated deactivated independently of the autounlock feature Before following the activation or deactivation procedures make sure that the anti theft system is not armed ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed 69 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security Power door unlock lock procedure Before starting ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed You must complete Steps 1 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to b
25. 3 Press and release the RESET button HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM CLEAR is displayed 4 Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until ALL MYKEYS CLEARED is displayed Check MyKey System Status The vehicle System Check will provide the status of the following MyKey parameters e MYKEY MILES This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey is used If mileage does not accumulate as expected then the MyKey is not being used by the intended user The only way to reset this odometer to zero is by disabling MyKey If this odometer is lower than the last time you checked then the MyKey system has been recently cleared e MYKEY S PROGRAMMED Indicates how many MyKeys are programmed to the vehicle Can be used to detect deletion of a MyKey e ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED Indicates how many Admin keys are programmed to the vehicle Can be used to detect if an additional spare key has been programmed to the vehicle Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for MyKey system warnings displays 83 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security Using MyKey with Remote Start Systems MyKey is not compatible with non Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems If you choose to install a remote start system please see your authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system When using a Ford approved remote start system the default settings wil
26. 3 Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe 4 To install the cap align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe 5 Turn the filler cap clockwise 1 4 of a turn until at least one click is heard If the check fuel cap light or a check fuel cap message comes on the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed The light or message can come on after several driving events after you ve refueled your vehicle At the next opportunity safely pull off of the road remove the fuel filler cap align the cap properly and reinstall it The check fuel cap light R or check fuel cap message may not reset immediately it may take several driving cycles for the check fuel cap light R or check fuel cap message to turn off A driving cycle consists of an engine start up after four or more hours with the engine off followed by city and highway driving Continuing to drive with the check fuel cap light or check fuel cap message on may cause the X Y light to turn on as well If you must replace the fuel filler cap replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford Motorcraft or other certified fuel filler cap is not used 244 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WARNING The fuel system may be under pressure I
27. 5 cm of movement for proper installation 11 Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST to make certain the child restraint is properly installed In Canada check with your local St John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST Installing child safety seats in cinch tongue combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions rear center position only The belt webbing below the tongue is the lap portion of the combination lap shoulder belt and the belt webbing above the tongue is the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap shoulder belt Note Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt WARNING Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move seat all the way back WARNING Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active airbag 133 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 2 Slide the tongue up the webbing 3 While holding both shoulder and lap portions next to the tongue route the tongue and webbing through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure that the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert t
28. 758 Bem Bom ite fs ete ed I poe ER i Bu Be 25 Natural Natural 4 Orange Green Green 34 Red Re Re eoa Bue Yelow Yellow Ww tan _ Brown 34 L Natural Bac Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal Remove the fuse panel cover to gain access to the fuses To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover 193 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 1 088888888 The fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Protected circuits Location Rating Not used spare Brake switch high mount brake lamp 20A Right front turn lamp Left front NL EM turn lamp Rear stop turn lamps Left low beam headlamp 10A 15A 15A 10A Right low beam headlamp ISA Interior lamps BA nstrument panel backlighting 194 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Protected circuits ETHER LNUM 36 5A Passive anti theft system PATS module Climate control Run Start 39 20A Radio Center information display Electronic finish panel 195 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fu
29. 9 in 1 45 meters tall or 80 Ib 36 kg Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle e When possible always properly restrain children twelve 12 years of age and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position 126 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Use any attachment method as indicated below by X LATCH LATCH Safety Safety Safety lower lower Restraint Child anchors anchors Type Weight and Rear Up to facing 48 lb X X child seat 21 kg Forward Up to facing 48 Ib X X X child seat 21 kg Forward Over facing 48 lb x x child seat 21 kg WARNING Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active airbag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the vehicle seat all the way back When possible all children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat WARNING Always carefully follow the instructions an
30. AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM o gt eos 3E COXESIC s 0 o Ww V oR sem ese 1 Fan speed adjustment Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle 2 Py Rear defroster Press to activate deactivate the rear window defroster Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information 3 QQ Defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection 4 Sd Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents demister vents floor vents and rear seat floor vents The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging 5 b Power Press to activate deactivate the climate control system When the system is off outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle 6 7 Distributes air through the instrument panel vents 7 JP Distributes air through the instrument panel vents floor vents rear seat floor vents and demister vents 8 A Distributes air through the floor vents rear seat floor vents and demister vents 42 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Climate Controls 9 Temperature control Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle 10 aj Passenger heated seat control if
31. Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules seat belt pretensioners and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break in Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of new vehicle operation Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle s New Vehicle Limited Warranty refer to the Warranty Guide Customer Infor
32. FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above 60 the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly A 50 50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following e Freeze protection down to 34 F 36 C e Boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C e Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion e Proper function of calibrated gauges 236 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications When the engine is cold check the a level of the engine coolant in the KE reservoir SK n N FULL e The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE as listed on the engine coolant reservoir depending upon application e Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules e Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windsh
33. Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security Deactivating activating autounlock feature Your vehicle comes with the autounlock features activated there are three methods to enable disable this feature e Through your authorized dealer e by using a power door unlock lock sequence e or by using the instrument cluster message center Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter Note The autounlock feature can be activated deactivated independently of the autolock feature Power door lock switch autounlock enable disable procedure Before starting ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed You must complete Steps 1 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again 1 Place the key in the ignition and A turn the ignition to the on position c 2 Press the power door C control on the door panel three times 3 Turn the ignition from the on a position to the off position 4 Press the power door C control on the door panel three times 5 Turn the ignition back to the on position The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active 6 To enable disable the autounlock feature press the lock control then press the unlock control The horn will chirp once if autounlock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chi
34. Light Flashing Warning Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in Light use Repair the damaged road wheel and re mount it on the vehicle to restore system functionality For a description of how the system functions under these conditions refer to When your temporary spare lire is installed in this section TPMS If your tires are properly malfunction inflated and your spare tire is not in use and the TPMS warning light still flashes contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible When inflating your tires When putting air into your tires such as at a gas station or in your garage the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may not respond immediately to the air added to your tires It may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph 32 km h for the light to turn OFF after you have filled your tires to the recommended inflation pressure How temperature affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the tire pressure may decrease approximately 3 psi 21 kPa for a drop of 30 F 17 C in ambient temperature This lower pressure value may be detected by the TPMS as being s
35. SRS is provided WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly 99 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person WARNING When possible all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position WARNING Front and rear seat occupants including pregnant women should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming a from until you hear a snap and feel A it latch Make su
36. TO 80 MPH Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY Displayed when a MyKey is in use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a preselected speed Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information VEHICLE NEAR TOP SPEED Displayed when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph 130 km h Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information TOP SPEED MYKEY SETTING Displayed when a MyKey M is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is 80 mph 130 km h Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information 23 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO Displayed when a MyKey is in use and Belt Minder is activated Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information ADVTRAC ON MYKEY SETTING Displayed when a MyKey is in use when trying to disable the AdvanceTrac system and the optional setting is on Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE if equipped Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on the driver s
37. They may seriously injure themselves WARNING When closing the power windows you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings Press and pull the window switches to open and close windows e Press down to the first detent and hold the switch to open AUTO gt e Pull up to the first detent and hold the switch to close One touch down AUTO Allows the driver s window to open fully without holding the control down Press the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly The window will open fully Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation 59 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls Window lock if equipped The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows To lock out all the window controls except for the driver s press the right side of the control Press the left side to restore the window controls INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with an interior rear view mirror which has an auto dimming function The
38. adjustable head restraint is a safety device Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied 89 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints To remove the adjustable head restraint do the following 1 Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position A l 2 Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust release button and the unlock remove button then pull A up on the head restraint To reinstall the adjustable head restraint do the following 1 Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars 2 Push the head restraint down l until it locks 7 OK Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up position 90 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash head restraints must be installed properly Adjusting the front manual seat WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system resulting in serious injury or death in a crash Always sit upright aga
39. and release the clutch pedal 2 Block the wheels WARNING To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the instrument panel J 4 228 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and X locate the auxiliary latch centered under the front of the hood and then release it by pushing the auxiliary latch to the left 3 Lift the hood and locate the prop rod on the passenger side of the vehicle near the fender Support the hood with the prop rod 229 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Engine oil filler cap 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Brake Clutch fluid reservoir Power distribution box Battery Air filter Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Gif equipped Engine oil dipstick Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 230 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID lt 7 Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low In
40. and water solution In Canada use Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner CXC 93 Dry the area with a soft cloth If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available cleaning product designed for automotive leather e Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl and plastics or oil petroleum based leather conditioners These products may cause premature wearing of the clear protective coating Note In some instances color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing comes in contact with leather upholstery If this occurs the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt 225 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Cleaning FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle Each product is made from high quality materials that meet or exceed rigid specifications For best results use the following products or products of equivalent quality
41. area dry with a clean white cotton cloth INTERIOR For fabric carpets cloth seats safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags e Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner e Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 e If grease or tar is present on the material spot clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover ZC 14 In Canada use Motorcraft Multi Purpose Cleaner CXC 101 e f a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately but do not oversaturate or the ring will set e Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials 224 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Cleaning WARNING Do not use cleaning solvents bleach or dye on the vehicle s safety belts as these actions may weaken the belt webbing WARNING On vehicles equipped with seat mounted airbags do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents Such products could contaminate the side airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in a collision LEATHER SEATS IF EQUIPPED Your leather seating surfaces have a clear protective coating over the leather e For routine cleaning wipe the surface with a soft damp cloth For more thorough cleaning wipe the surface with a mild soap
42. belt is too short for you when fully extended WARNING Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Safety belt warning light and indicator chime A The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts Conditions of operation The driver s safety belt is not The safety belt warning light buckled before the ignition illuminates 1 2 minutes and the switch is turned to the on warning chime sounds 4 8 seconds position The driver s safety belt is The safety belt warning light and buckled while the indicator warning chime turn off light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The driver s safety belt is The safety belt warning light and buckled before the ignition indicator chime remain off switch is turned to the on position Belt Minder The Belt Minder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function This feature provides additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning light in the instrument cluster when the driver s and front passenger s safety belt is unbuckled 105 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The Belt Minder feature uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present and therefore potential
43. belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap shoulder belts in the back seat Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use 142 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat WARNING Never place or allow a child to place the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision Child restraint and safety belt maintenance Inspect the vehicle safety belts and child safety seat systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the vehicle and child seat safety belts to make sure there are no nicks tears or cuts Replace if necessary All vehicle safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front safety belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Refer to th
44. capacities 239 258 specifications ss 258 Cruise control see Speed control 61 Customer Assistance 190 Ford Extended Service Plai eaen mI 267 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 217 Getting roadside assistance 190 Getting the service you TG lis NOSE E E EE 213 Ordering additional owner s literature rsisesrrecssnsras 218 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration PEOBTAI ire th 217 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps eese 46 Dipstick automatic transmission Ao te EEEE demnm 253 Engine Oil eestin aedes 232 Driving under special 6X0 06 110 0 0 sr 187 through water sses 189 E Electronic message center 18 Emergencies roadside jump starting sees 205 Emergency Flashers 191 Emission control system 250 ENSING unice 261 262 CLEANING nee eir 222 COOLdIb cup tete d 236 fail safe cooling 240 idle speed control 234 lubrication specifications 258 refill capacities 258 service points 230 231 starting after a collision 192 Engine block heater 174 Engine fan eere 230 Engine oll 1 ure seem 232 change oil soon warning message Center 232 checking and adding
45. changing the tire to avoid damaging the sensor It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using an accurate tire gauge refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your four road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle The Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure is significantly low Once the light is illuminated your tires are under inflated and need to be inflated to the manufacturer s recommended tire pressure Even if the light turns ON and a short time later turns OFF your tire pressure still needs to be checked Visit www checkmytires org for additional information When your temporary spare tire is installed When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare the TPMS system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle To restore the full functionality of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System have the damaged road wheel tire repaired and remounted on your vehicle For additional information refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section 160 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading When you beli
46. chapter Oil levels above MAX mark may cause engine damage If the engine is overfilled some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer 7 Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 232 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the MAX mark on the engine oil level dipstick 4 Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise tightly until clicks are heard or until it is snug To avoid possible oil loss DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and or the engine oil filler cap removed Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark Use SAE 5W 20 engine oil Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the I
47. corrosion in wheel pilot hole remove loose particles by wiping with clean rag and apply grease Apply grease only to the wheel pilot hole surface by smearing a dime 1 square cm sized glob of grease around the wheel pilot surface 1 with end of finger DO NOT apply grease to lugnut stud holes or wheel to brake surfaces JUMP STARTING WARNING The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage WARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your automatic transmission vehicle Automatic transmissions do not have push start capability Attempting to push start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage 205 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy As a result the transmission may have firm and or soft shifts This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s elect
48. could cause damage to the glass and mirrors Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED With speed control set you can maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal WARNING Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved 61 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience 1 Press the ON control and release it 2 Accelerate to the desired speed 3 Press the SET control and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 5 The indicator light 6 on the instrument cluster will turn on Note e Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill e If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed e If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph 16 km h below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control e press the brake pedal or e press the clutch pedal if equipped Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed Note When you use the clutch pedal to diseng
49. display and the system will continue playing the current station SEEK TRACK Press SEEK TRACK to seek to the previous next channel If a specific category is selected Jazz Rock News etc press SEEK TRACK p to seek to the previous next channel in the selected category Press and hold lt q SEEK TRACK gt to fast seek through the previous next channels SCAN Press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite channels If a specific category is selected Jazz Rock News etc press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite channels within the selected category MEMORY PRESETS 0 9 There are 30 available presets 10 each for E A SAT1 SAT2 and SAT3 To save BIET Sick satellite channels in your memory P E presets tune to the desired channel then press and hold a memory preset number 0 9 until sound returns TEXT Press and release to display the artist and song title While in TEXT MODE press again to scroll through the Artist AR Song SO Channel CH and Category CA 29 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems In TEXT MODE Sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed When the lt gt indicator is active press TEXT and then press lt SEEK TRACK gt to view the additional display text CAT Category FOLD Folder Press to switch between turning the most recently se
50. electronic day night mirror will change from the normal high reflective state to the non glare darkened state when bright lights glare reach the mirror When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle it will automatically adjust darken to minimize glare The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R Reverse to ensure a bright clear view when backing up Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products 60 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors if equipped WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion To adjust your mirrors 1 Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place Heated outside mirrors if equipped Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or ce attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions
51. fog build up on the windshield during humid weather select GY defrost or SF floor defrost e To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle do not drive with the system off or with recirculated air engaged and A C off e Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats e Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield e To improve the time to reach comfort in hot weather drive with the windows slightly open for 2 3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been aired out 43 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Climate Controls During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear it is recommended to run the A C in the MAX A C position reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle s transmission into the PARK gear position automatic transmission only to continue to receive cool air from your A C system For maximum cooling performance in MAX A C mode 1 Select MAX A C 2 Select the coolest temperature setting 3 Set the fan to the highest speed initially As the interior starts to cool down adjust the fan speed to maintain comfort To aid in side window defogging demisting in cold weather 1 Select 4 2 Select A C 3 Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort 4 Set the fan speed to the highest setting 5
52. greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided 110 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING When possible all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position WARNING The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest and the driver airbag module WARNING Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries To properly position yourself away from the airbag e Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably e Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position WARNING Do not put anything on or over the airbag module Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury
53. high fidelity To achieve optimal performance please observe the following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the audio system If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system refer to Auxiliary input jack section in the Audio features chapter of your Navigation system supplement Required equipment 1 Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2 An audio extension cable with stereo male 1 8 in 8 5 mm connectors at each end 33 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack 1 Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off 2 Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off 3 Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle 4 Turn the radio on using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level 5 Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1 2 the volume 6 Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE LINE IN or SYNC LINE IN appears in the display You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may be low 7 Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level
54. hours and minutes The clock will then begin from that time 25 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems AM FM Radio 5 VOL Power Volume Press to turn the radio on off Turn the 2 a knob to increase decrease volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on AM FM Press repeatedly to select AM FM1 FM2 frequency band TUNE Turn the knob to go up down the frequency band in individual increments DIRECT Press DIRECT and then select the desired radio frequency i e 93 9 using the memory preset numbers 0 9 SEEK TRACK Press lt SEEK TRACK P to access the previous next strong radio station SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations MEMORY PRESETS 0 9 Wh tuned to any station press and hold EAEE MES T S ES a preset button until sound returns and PRESET SAVED appears in the display You can save up to 30 stations 10 in AM 10 in FM1 and FM2 Saving presets automatically Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM FMI FM2 To activate the autoset feature Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO PRESET ON OFF appears in the display Use A SEEK TRACK gt to switch AUTO PRESET to ON and either wait five seconds for the
55. ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED Radio control features Press MEDIA to select e AM FM1 FM2 or CD e SATI SAT2 or SAT3 Satellite Radio mode if equipped e LINE IN Auxiliary input jack if equipped 64 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls In AM FM1 or FM2 mode e Press d d PI to access the next previous preset station In Satellite radio mode Cif equipped e Press d d Po to advance through preset channels In CD mode e Press lt lt PP to listen to the next track on the disc In any mode e Press VOL or VOL to adjust the volume SYNC hands free control feature if equipped Press ng briefly to use the voice command feature You will hear a tone and LISTENING will appear in the radio display Press and hold t to exit voice command Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call Press and hold to end call or exit phone mode Press d P to scroll through various menus and selections Press OK to confirm your selection For further information on the SYNC system refer to the SYNC supplement 65 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls MOON ROOF IF EQUIPPED You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up to ventilate the vehicle WARNING Do not let children play with the moon roof
56. in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter LOW TIRE PRESSURE Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter 22 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning or your spare tire is in use For more information on how the system operates under these conditions refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible MY KEY ACTIVE DRIVE SAFELY Displayed at startup when MyKey is in use Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information KEY COULD NOT PROGRAM Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX Displayed when a MyKey is in use and the Admin has enabled the MyKey speed limit and the vehicle speed is 80 mph 130 km h Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information SPEED LIMITED
57. in the front doors e Two crash sensors located on the rocker panel between the B and C pillars near the floor Side air curtains and side airbags in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seats The side air curtain will not interfere with children restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat because it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window openings The side air curtains are mounted to the sheet metal above the first and second row seats In certain lateral collisions the air curtain and seat mounted side airbag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated except that the passenger sensing system will deactivate the passenger seat mounted side airbag if it detects an empty unbuckled passenger seat The air curtain was designed to inflate between the side window area and occupant to further enhance the head protection provided to occupants in side impact collisions The seat mounted side airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The side air curtain system SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electric
58. into neutral N permits flat towing all wheels on the ground for pulling behind a motorhome Before you tow your vehicle e Release the parking brake e Move the gearshift to the neutral position e Turn the key in the ignition to the off position e The maximum recommended speed is 70 mph 113 km h e The maximum recommended distance is unlimited e The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure no damage is done to the internal transmission components In addition it is recommended that you follow the instructions provided by the aftermarket manufacturer of the towing equipment if provided In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles with automatic transmissions Do not tow the vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground It is recommended to tow your vehicle with the front drive wheels on a dolly or with all four 4 wheels off the ground on a car hauling trailer In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter 170 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1 Off locks the steering wheel automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal This position also shuts the engine and Aa all electrical accessories off 2 Accessory allows the elec
59. kg and are around four 4 years of age Consult your child safety seat owner guide for the weight height and age limits specific to your child safety seat Keep your child in the child safety seat if it properly fits the child remains appropriate for their weight height and age AND if properly secured to the vehicle 139 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Although the lap shoulder belt will provide some protection children who have outgrown a typical child seat are still too small for lap shoulder belts to fit properly and wearing an improperly fitted vehicle safety belt could increase the risk of serious injury in a crash To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt positioning booster Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap shoulder safety belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably at the edge of the cushion while minimizing slouching Booster seats may also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably Try to keep the belt near the middle of the shoulder and across the center of the chest Moving the child closer a few centimeters or inches to the center of the vehicle but remaining in the same seating position may help provide a good shoulder belt fit When children should us
60. of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls Troubleshooting 1 Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not compatible with the AIJ The AIJ will only work correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a volume control 2 Do not set the portable music player s volume level higher than is necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality Many portable music players have different output levels so not all players should be set at the same levels Some players will sound best at full volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume 3 If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels turn the portable music player volume down If the problems persists replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player 4 The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control play pause etc over the attached portable music player 5 For safety reasons connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving Also the portable music player should be stored in a secure 34 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems
61. or Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A available from your authorized dealer This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash facilities Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly e Do not use abrasives as they may cause scratches e Do not use fuel kerosene or paint thinner to clean any parts If you cannot remove those streaks after cleaning with the glass cleaner or if the wipers chatter and move in a jerky motion clean the outer surface of the windshield and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild abrasive cleaning solution After cleaning rinse the windshield and wiper blades with clean water The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield with water Do not use sharp objects such as a razor blade to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals as it may cause damage to the rear window defroster s heated grid lines INSTRUMENT PANEL INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel interior trim areas and cluster lens with a clean damp white cotton cloth then use a clean and dry white cotton cloth to dry these areas e Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area helps pr
62. or leave children unattended in the vehicle They may seriously hurt themselves The moon roof is equipped with an automatic one touch express opening and closing feature To stop motion at any time during the one touch operation press the control a second time Note The moon roof will open to the comfort position first before opening all the way The comfort position helps to alleviate rumbling wind noise which may happen in the vehicle with the roof fully opened To open the moon roof Press and release the SLIDE control The moon roof will open to the comfort position Press and release the control again to fully open Press the switch again to stop the 1 n moon roof WARNING When closing the moon roof you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening To close the moon roof Pull and release the SLIDE control the moon roof will close automatically Press the switch again to stop the moon roof Bounce back When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roof opening as the moon roof is closing the moon roof will automatically open and stop at a prescribed position Bounce back override To override bounce back function pull and hold the SLIDE switch within two seconds of a bounce back event The closing force will begin to increase each time the moon roof is closed for the fir
63. repeatedly until COMPRESSION ON OFF appears in the display Use lt SEEK TRACK gt to switch between ON OFF When COMPRESSION is ON the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level SHUFFLE Press MENU repeatedly until SHUFFLE ON OFF appears in the display Use lt Q SEEK TRACK gt to switch between ON OFF If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away press lt SEEK TRACK gt to begin random play Otherwise random play will begin when the current track is finished playing The system will only shuffle the currently playing disc 28 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems Satellite Radio if equipped Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability SIRIUS Press repeatedly to access satellite radio mode if equipped Press repeatedly to cycle through SAT1 SAT2 and SAT3 modes TUNE OK Turn the knob to go to the next previous available SIRIUS satellite station DIRECT Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel i e 002 using the memory preset buttons 0 9 If you only enter one digit press OK and the system will go to that satellite channel If you enter three digits the system will automatically go to that channel if available You may cancel your entry by pressing DIRECT If an invalid station number is entered INVALID CHANNEL will appear in the
64. search to initiate or press OK to immediately initiate the search If you press 26 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems another control within those five seconds the search will not initiate The 10 strongest stations will be filled and the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are fewer then 10 strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets RBDS Radio Available only in FM mode This feature allows you to search RBDS equipped stations for a certain category of music format CLASSIC COUNTRY JAZZ RB ROCK etc To activate Press MENU repeatedly until RDS ON OFF appears in the display Use SEEK TRACK gt to switch RDS ON OFF When RDS is OFF you will not be able to search for RDS equipped stations or view the station name or type CAT FOLD Category Folder This feature allows you to select from various music categories To change RDS categories Press MENU repeatedly until RDS ON OFF appears in the display Use A W to switch RDS to ON Press CAT PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDS CATEGORY will appear in the display Press A W to scroll through all possible categories When the desired category appears in the display press 4 SEEK TRACK P to find the next station playing that selection or press SCAN for a brief sampling of all stations playing that category of music CD MP3 Player CD Press to enter CD MP3 mode If a
65. side door In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system from triggering the ignition must be turned to start or on before the 12 second chime expires See Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and Security chapter 24 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems AUDIO SYSTEMS Note If your volume is muted and MYKEY VOLUME LIMITED is displayed refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information AM FM single CD satellite compatible sound system LOAD f EJECT 1 2 3 4 5 6 DIRECT 7 8 9 0 CLOCK CAT FOLD em Ve WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road The driver s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened Setting the clock To set the time press CLOCK The display will read SET TIME Use the memory preset numbers 0 9 to enter in the desired time
66. signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception e Station overload When you pass a broadcast tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed 35 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems CD CD player care Do e Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface Inspect discs before playing Clean only with an approved CD cleaner e Wipe discs from the center out Dont e Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time e Clean using a circular motion CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached Sf 4 P 36 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the gt CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ballpoint pens may damage CDs Ple
67. spare tires operate at a higher inflation pressure than the other tires For T type mini spare tires see the Dissimilar spare tire wheel information section for description Store and maintain at 60 psi 4 15 bar For Full Size and Dissimilar spare tires see the Dissimilar spare tire wheel information section for description Store and maintain at the higher of the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label 6 Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak 7 Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges cuts or bulges TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires and wheel valve stems Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove objects such as stones nails or glass that may be wedged in the tread grooves Check the tire and valve stems for holes cracks or cuts that may permit air leakage and repair or replace the tire and replace the valve stem Inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking cuts bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear If internal damage to the tire is suspected have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced For your safety tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail 148 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loa
68. stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt After an accident if the engine cranks but does not start this switch may have been activated This switch is located in the front passenger s footwell behind the kick panel access cover To reset the switch 1 Turn the ignition off 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no leaks are apparent reset the switch by pressing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the on position 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to off 6 Make another check for leaks FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components Note Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire 192 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Mini Standard Maxi Curse Fuse link 3 maxi rating fuses fuses fuses cartridge 24 Grey Grey 3A Wee Viet 4A Pink Pk L5 n m E E
69. such as P metric versus LT metric or all season versus all terrain as those originally provided by Ford The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or edge of the driver s door If this information is not found on these labels then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could cause steering suspension axle or transfer case power transfer unit failure If you have questions regarding tire replacement contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible 150 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading WARNING When mounting replacement tires and wheels you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated re lubricate and try again When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi 138 kPa greater than the maximum pressure on the tire sidewall the following precautions must be taken to protect the person mounting the tire 1 Make sure that
70. the LATCH lower anchors may be attached first provided a proper installation is achieved 137 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Attach the tether strap afterward if included with the child seat Refer to Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children in this chapter Attaching child safety seats with tether straps i Many forward facing child safety seats include a tether strap which extends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoring point called the top tether anchor Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap or to obtain a longer tether strap if the tether strap on your safety seat does not reach the appropriate top tether anchor in the vehicle The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as described below The tether anchors in your vehicle are located under a cover marked with the tether anchor symbol shown with title The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions v shown from top view 5 L Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor Once the child safety
71. the engine Fuel gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank when the ignition is in the on position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information MESSAGE CENTER Your vehicle s message center is capable of monitoring many vehicle systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various conditions with an informational message followed by a long indicator chime The message center display is located in the instrument cluster 18 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster Info Press the INFO button repeatedly to cycle through the following features SETUP RESET TRIP A B Registers the distance of individual journeys Press and release INFO button until the A or B trip appears in the display this represents the trip mode Press and hold RESET until it resets Refer to UNITS later in this section to switch the display between Metric and English MYKEY MILES km if programmed For more information refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter MILES km TO E This displays an estimate of approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fue
72. the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage e Never wash or rinse any ignition coil spark plug wire or spark plug well or the area in and around these locations e Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine PLASTIC NON PAINTED EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts These products are available from your authorized dealer e For routine cleaning use Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A e If tar or grease spots are present use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 222 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Cleaning WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be cleaned regularly If the wipers do not wipe properly substances on the vehicle s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes water repellent coatings tree sap or other organic contamination these contaminants may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades and streaking and smearing of the windshield To clean these items follow these tips e The windshield rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 available from your authorized dealer e The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl rubbing alcohol
73. travel toward the front of the vehicle to ensure the alarm disarms e Turn the ignition to the on or start position with a programmed coded ignition key e Press the panic control on the remote entry transmitter This will only shut off the horn and turn lamps when the alarm is sounding The alarm system will still be armed e f using a key in the driver s door to unlock the vehicle a chime will sound when you open the door and you will have 12 seconds to disarm the alarm system using any of the actions above otherwise the alarm will trigger Pressing the power door unlock control within the 20 second prearmed mode will return the vehicle to a disarmed state Triggering the anti theft system The armed system will be triggered if any door trunk or the hood is opened without using the key or the remote entry transmitter 8 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING WARNING Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision WARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has
74. trim strategy e If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned 235 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed the automatic transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the transmission may shift firmly when first driven This operation is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected e Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner s S Follow your local authorized Ad A standards for disposal Call your t local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the intervals listed in scheduled maintenance information The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50 50 coolant and distilled water which equates to a freeze point of 34 F 36 C Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD
75. very cold weather do not fill the reservoir completely Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB M8B16 A2 Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash They may cause squeaking chatter noise streaking and smearing Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol a common windshield washer antifreeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system WARNING If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident Note Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1 Pull the wiper blade and arm away from the glass Turn the blade GG at a right angle to the arm Press the lock tab A to release the blade gt gt DELL from the arm loop and pull the 7 blade down toward the windshield 4 5 to remove it from the arm wer 2 Attach the new blade t
76. was traveling e where the driver was positioning the steering wheel and e longitude and latitude of vehicle at last location using GPS technology and advanced vehicle sensors To access this information special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority Other parties 7 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Introduction may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada To the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data Recording applies to SYNC or its features please note the following Once 911 Assist if equipped is enabled set ON 911 Assist may through any paired and connected cell phone disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or in certain vehicles the activation of the fuel pump shut off Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of electronically or verbally disclosing to 911 operators the vehicle location and or other details about the vehicle or crash to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services If you do not want to disclose this information do not activate the f
77. when installing the child seat with combination lap shoulder belts Note Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt 130 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 131 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 5 To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out Note The automatic locking mode is available on the front passenger and rear outboard seats only The rear center seating position has a cinch tongue Refer to Installing a child safety seats in cinch tongue combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions r
78. ARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Anti theft system Flashes when AN the SecuriLock Passive Anti theft system has been activated A 14 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster Overdrive off if equipped 0 D Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has OFF been turned off refer to the Driving chapter If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate have the transmission serviced soon or damage may occur Speed control if equipped Illuminates when the speed control is activated Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated Upshift if equipped To maximize fuel economy this light illuminates when the manual transmission should be shifted to the next highest gear Refer to the Dr ving chapter for more information Low tire pressure warning Illuminates when your tire pressure is low If the light remains on at O start up or while driving the tire pressure should be checked Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter When the ignition is first turned to on the light will iluminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working If the light does not turn on or begins to flash have the system inspected by your authorized dealer For more information on this system refer to Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading c
79. Admin Keys Programmed total e Unknown key has been programmed includes one additional key to the vehicle as Admin key e Vehicle is equipped with a remote start system Refer to MyKey with Remote Start Systems section MyKey miles does not e MyKey is not being used by the accumulate intended user e MyKey system has been recently cleared PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The perimeter anti theft system will warn you in the event of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle If there is any potential perimeter anti theft problem with your vehicle ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting 86 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security Arming the system When armed this system will respond if unauthorized entry is attempted When unauthorized entry occurs the system will flash the park turn lamps and will sound the horn The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from the ignition Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system e Press the lock control on the remote entry transmitter e Open a door and press the power door lock control to lock all the doors and then close the door Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions e Unlock the doors by pressing the CJ control on your remote entry transmitter Unlock the doors with a key Turn the key full
80. D LOAD INFORMATION RENSEIGNEMENTS RELATIFS AUX PNEUS ET LA CHARGE SEATING CAPACITY TOTAL REAR x NOMBRE DE PLACES TOTAL ARRI RE The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg La charge du v hicule occupants et bagages ne doit jamais d passer XXX Ibs SZE COLD TIRE PRESSURE DIMENSIONS PRESSION A FROID LT225 75R 16 5E 200 KPA 29 PSI LT225 75R 16 5E 200 KPA 29 PSI T145 80016 420 KPA 60 PSI P225 60R17 200 KPA 29 PSI OCC XX XXXX XXXX J00000000000000C including cargo and optional equipment GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus 165 Tires Wheels and Loading GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle front or rear These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door
81. EHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MO VEHICLE SAFETY AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE XXX EXT PNT XX RC XX DSO WB BRK TINTTR PPS R AXLE SPR XXXXX XXX X XX X X LXXX XX 000000000000 X048 XXXX XXXXXXX XX Four speed automatic 4F27E Five speed manual MTX75 264 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Accessories GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigorous engineering and safety specifications Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer installed Genuine Ford Accessories found to be defective in factory supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty period as well as any component damaged by the defective accessories The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit e 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or e the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty Contact your dealer for details and a copy
82. ESET for two seconds in order to reset the function after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter MPG L km amp This displays instantaneous fuel economy as a bar graph ranging from poor economy to f excellent economy Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy When your vehicle is not moving this function shows one or no bars illuminated Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset System check and vehicle feature customization Press the SETUP button repeatedly to cycle the message center through the following features RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK When this message appears press the RESET button and the message center will begin to cycle through the following systems and provide a status of the item if needed 1 CHARGING SYSTEM 2 DOORS 3 TRUNK 4 BRAKE SYSTEM 5 DTE FUEL LEVEL 6 MYKEY DISTANCE if programmed 20 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster 7 MYKEY S PROGRAMMED 8 ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED Note Some systems show a message only if a condition is present UNITS Displays the current units in English or Metric Press RESET to change between English and Metric AUTOLOCK This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is shifted into any gear putting the vehicle in motio
83. GES Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature At normal operating temperature the needle will be in the normal range If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool If it enters the red section and the Service engine soon indicator light illuminates refer to How Jail safe cooling works in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot 17 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster Odometer Registers the total miles kilometers of the vehicle If equipped with a message center 0 0 mi refer to Message center in this chapter on how to switch the display between Metric and English Trip odometer Registers the distance of individual journeys e Standard instrument cluster Press the SELECT RESET button TRIP XXX mi once to switch from the odometer to the TRIP A or B feature To reset H og mi the trip press and hold the SELECT RESET button e Optional instrument cluster See TRIP A B under Message center in this chapter Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage
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85. Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC 15 Motorcraft Custom Clear Coat Polish ZC 8 A Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser U S only ZC 20 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo Canada only CXC 66 A Motorcraft Multi Purpose Cleaner Canada only CXC 101 Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC 100 Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate U S only ZC 32 A Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover U S only ZC 14 Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine ZC 28 Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner Canada only CXC 93 Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A 226 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy If your vehicle requires professional service your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service Check your Warranty Guide Customer Information Guide to find out which parts and services are covered Use only recommended fuels lubricants fluids and service parts conforming to specifications Motorcraft par
86. NING Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables 208 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 209 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes s
87. ONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song You can save up to 20 song titles If you attempt to save more than 20 titles the display will read REPLACE SONG Press OK to access the saved titles and press A v to cycle through the saved titles When the song title appears in the display that you would like to replace press OK SONG REPLACED will appear in the display b DELETE A SONG Press OK to delete a song from the system s memory Press A v to cycle through the saved songs When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete press OK 30 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems The song will appear in the display for confirmation Press OK again and the display will read SONG DELETED If you do not want to delete the currently listed song press A v to select either RETURN or CANCEL Note If there are no songs presently saved the display will read NO SONGS c DELETE ALL SONGS Press OK to delete all song s from the system s memory The display will read ARE YOU SURE Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED Note If there are no songs presently saved the display will read NO SONGS d DISABLE ALERTS ENABLE ALERTS Press OK to enable disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel The system default
88. Press OK again to automatically reset the PIN number to its initial password setting 1234 PIN RESET TO DEFAULT PIN will be displayed e RETURN Press OK when RETURN is displayed and the system will exit back to the satellite radio menu Sound Adjustments Press SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features BASS Press SEEK TRACK gt to adjust the level of bass TREBLE Press amp SEEK TRACK gt to adjust the level of treble BALANCE Press lt q SEEK TRACK gt to adjust the audio between the left L and right R speakers FADE Press lt Q SEEK TRACK to adjust the audio between the back B and front F speakers SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME With this feature on radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise The default setting is off Use lt Q SEEK TRACK f to adjust between SPEED OFF and levels 1 7 Increasing the level from 1 lowest setting to 7 highest setting allows the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise Recommended level is 1 3 SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting ALL SEATS Occupancy mode if equipped Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the Occupancy mode setting Press lt q SEEK TRACK to select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS Extra Features AUX Press to access LINE IN auxiliary audio mode
89. R Indicates a radial type tire 5 15 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter 6 95 Indicates the tire s load index It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry You may find this information in your Owner s Guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law 7 H Indicates the tire s speed rating The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure The tires on your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions The ratings range from 81 mph 130 km h to 186 mph 299 km h These ratings are listed in the following chart 154 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law 99 mph I eH PR 106 mph GT rh Note For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph 240 km h tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph 299 km h tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR 8
90. Table of Contents Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 12 Warning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 17 Message center 18 Entertainment Systems 25 AM FM stereo with CD MP3 25 Auxiliary input jack Line in 33 USB port 35 Satellite radio information 38 SYNC 41 Climate Controls 42 Manual heating and air conditioning 42 Rear window defroster 44 Lights 45 Headlamps 45 Turn signal control 48 Bulb replacement 49 Driver Controls 55 Windshield wiper washer control 55 Steering wheel adjustment 56 Power windows 59 Mirrors 60 Speed control 61 Moon roof 66 Locks and Security 68 Keys 68 Locks 68 Anti theft system 78 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints 88 Seating 88 Safety restraints 96 Airbags 110 Child restraints 125 Tires Wheels and Loading 144 Tire information 144 Tire inflation 146 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 158 Vehicle loading 163 Trailer towing 169 Recreational towing 169 Driving 171 Starting 171 Brakes 176 AdvanceTrac 179 Transmission operation 184 Roadside Emergencies 190 Getting roadside assistance 190 Hazard flasher control 191 Fuel pump shut off switch 192 Fuses and relays 192 Changing tires 199 Wheel lug nut torque 204 Jump starting 205 Wrecker towing 211 Customer Assistance 213 Reporting safety defects U S only 219 Reporting safety defects Canada only 219 Cleaning 220 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus
91. Tires Wheels and Loading WARNING Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limitations Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations WARNING Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and or personal injury Steps for determining the correct load limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1 400 Ibs and there will be five 150 Ib passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 Ibs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 Ib In metric units 635 340 5 x 68 295 kg 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity e Another
92. VDC Power outlet is designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty The auxiliary power points are located near the bottom of the center stack Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element if equipped To prevent the fuse from being blown do not use the power point s over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC 180W If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working a fuse may have blown Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses 58 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls To have full capacity usage of your power point the engine is required to be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery To prevent the battery from being discharged e do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running e do not leave battery chargers video game adapters computers and other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used POWER WINDOWS WARNING Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows
93. age the speed control the engine speed may briefly increase this is normal 62 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls Resuming a set speed Press the RESUME control and release it This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed Increasing speed while using speed control There are three ways to set a higher speed e Press and hold the SET control until you get to the desired speed then release the control e Press and release the SET control to operate the Tap Up function Each tap will increase the set speed by 1 mph 1 6 km h e Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control Reducing speed while using speed control There are three ways to reduce a set speed e Press and hold the SET control until you get to the desired speed then release the control e Press and release the SET control to operate the Tap Down function Each tap will decrease the set speed by 1 mph 1 6 km h 63 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls e Press the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached press the SET control Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control e Press the speed control OFF control e Turn off the ignition Note When you turn off the speed control or the
94. al circuit that initiates air curtain and seat mounted side airbag inflation The fact that the side air curtain and seat mounted side airbag did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation The side air curtain system is designed to inflate in side impact collisions not roll over rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation 123 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING If the side air curtain has deployed the CN air curtain will not function again The side air curtain system including the A B and C pillar trim and headliner must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer If the air curtain is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to Airbag readiness in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following e The readiness light same light as for front airbag system
95. an affect satellite radio reception performance e Antenna obstructions For optimal reception performance keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible 38 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings bridges tunnels freeway overpasses parking garages dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception e Station overload When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute Unlike AM FM audible static you will hear an audio mute when there is a satellite radio signal interference Your radio display may display NO SIGNAL to indicate the interference SIRIUS satellite radio service SIRIUS satellite radio is a subscription based satellite radio service that broadcasts music sports news and entertainment programming A service fee is required in order to receive SIRIUS service Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed SIRIUS satellite radio system include hardware and a limited subscription term which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle For information on extended subscription terms the online media player and other SIRIUS features please contact SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 Note SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change rearrange
96. and allows the heater defroster system to respond quickly If your vehicle is equipped with this system your equipment includes a heater element 174 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving which is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allows the user to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt A C electrical source The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0 F 18 C WARNING Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury WARNING To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Prior to using the engine block heater follow these recommendations for proper and safe operation e For your safety use an outdoor extension cord that is product certified by Underwriter s Laboratory UL or Canadian Standards Association CSA Use only an extension cord that can be used outdoors in cold temperatures and is clearly marked Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances Never use an indoor extension cord outdoors it could result in an electric shock or fire hazard e Use a 16 gauge outdoor extension cord minimum e Use as short an extension cord as possible e Do not use multiple extension cords Instead use one extension cord which is long enough to reach from the engine block heater cord to the outlet with
97. and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle my clothes Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted The people I m with don t Set the example teen deaths occur 4 wear belts times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people Children and younger brothers sisters imitate behavior they see 107 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given Consider T have an airbag Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers Td rather be thrown clear Not a good idea People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE Safety belts help prevent ejection WE CAN T PICK OUR CRASH WARNING Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt Minder chime To do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle s airbag system Deactivating activating the Belt Minder feature The driver and front passenger Belt Minder are deactivated activated independently When deactivating activating one seating position do not buckle the other position as this will terminate the process Read Steps 1 4 thoroughly before proceed
98. approximately 33 feet 10 meters A decrease in operating range could be caused by e weather conditions e nearby radio towers e structures around the vehicle or e other vehicles parked next to your vehicle Your vehicle may have an all door remote entry system The all door remote entry system allows you to e lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key e open the luggage compartment without a key e activate the panic alarm The remote entry lock unlock feature operates in any ignition position except start The panic feature operates with the key in the off position If there are problems with the remote entry system make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem Unlocking the doors 1 Press c and release to unlock the driver s door Note The interior lamps and parking lamps will illuminate 2 With the all door remote entry press C and release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors 74 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature This feature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to the on position The dome lamp control must be set to the ON position in order for the illuminated entry feature to operate Programming unlocking mode if equipped The unlocking mode on the remote e
99. are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle such as engine throttle steering or brake systems In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada and service and repair facilities may access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle For U S only if equipped if you choose to use the SYNC Vehicle Health Report you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose See your SYNC supplement for more information Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle event data recorders are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants potentially including information such as e how various systems in your vehicle were operating e whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled e how far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or the brake pedal e how fast the vehicle
100. articular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on this Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle WARNING Fuel pump shut off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration e g collision when parking To reset the switch refer to the Fuel pump shut off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION A Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others In this guide answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol These comments should be read and observed 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Introduction Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before Li touching or attempting adjustment of any kind Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING
101. ase contact your authorized dealer for further information CDs with homemade paper Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty information If service is necessary see your dealer or qualified technician MP3 track and folder structure Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structure as follows e There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback MP3 track mode system default and MP3 folder mode For more information on track and folder mode refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section e MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc noted by the mp3 file extension from T001 to a maximum of T255 Note The maximum number of playable MP3 files may be less depending on the structure of the CD and exact model of radio present e MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one level of folders The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc noted by the mp3 file extension and all folders containing MP3 files from F001 folder TOO1 track to F253 T255 Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation through the disc files 37 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3 discs it is important to understand 0
102. ased have your brake system serviced immediately 177 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving Parking brake To set the parking brake 1 pull the parking brake handle up as far as possible 2 T av The BRAKE warning lamp will illuminate and will remain illuminated until the parking brake is released B RAKE To release press and hold the button 2 pull the handle up slightly then push the handle down WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmission or in 1 First manual transmission WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer as soon as possible 178 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving ADVANCETRAC STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM WARNING Vehicle modifications involving braking system aftermarket roof racks suspension steering system tire construction and or wheel tire size may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance of the AdvanceTrac system In addition installing any stereo loudspeakers may interfere with and adversely affect the AdvanceTrac system Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible from the front center console the tunnel and the front
103. ash sensors provides information to the Restraints Control Module RCM During a crash the RCM may activate the safety belt pretensioners and or either none one or both stages of the dual stage airbag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and conditions The fact that the pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front seat occupants in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the Personal Safety System determined the accident conditions crash severity belt usage etc were not appropriate to activate these safety devices Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollovers side impacts or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration 96 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints The dual stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbag inflation energy A lower less forceful energy level is provided for more common moderate severity impacts A higher energy level is used for the most severe impacts Refer to Airbag supplemental restraints SRS section in this chapter Front crash severity sensor The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the severity of an impact Positioned up front it provides valuable information early in the crash event o
104. attery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal be disconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for an extended period of time This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability WARNING Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery When working near the battery always shield your face and protect your eyes Always provide proper ventilation 234 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WARNING When lifting a plastic cased battery excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps resulting in personal injury and or damage to the vehicle or battery Lift the battery with a battery
105. authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you contact FORD MOTOR COMPANY FORD EXPORT OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S A Telephone 313 594 4857 FAX 313 390 0804 Email expcac ford com If you are in another foreign country contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer employees cannot help you they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U S or Canada register your vehicle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations Customers in the U S should call 1 800 392 3673 ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio contact Helm Incorporated at HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 Or to order a free publication catalog call toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST Helm Incorporated can also be reached by their website www helminc com Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card check or money order Obtaining a French Owner s Guide French Owner s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited Service Publications CHQ202 The Canadian Road P O Box 2000 Oakville ON Canada L6J 5E4 218 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Print
106. authorized dealer as soon as possible for service Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don t have an extra coded key you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed Replacing coded keys can be very costly Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin 79 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security Tips e A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle e Only use SecuriLock keys e You must have two previously programmed coded keys keys that already operate your vehicle s engine and the new unprogrammed key s readily accessible e If two previously programmed coded keys are not available you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key s programmed 1 Insert a previously programmed coded key into the ignition 2 Turn the ignition from the 1 off O 4 position to the 3 on position Keep the ignition in the 3 on position 1 for at least one second but no more than 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition to the 1 off p
107. belt webbing can only be used at this seating position provided that the child seat manufacturer s instructions permit use with the anchor spacing stated Do not attach a child seat to any lower anchor if an adjacent child seat is attached to that anchor WARNING The standardized spacing for LATCH lower anchors is 280 mm 11 inches center to center Do not use LATCH lower anchors for the center seating position unless the child seat manufacturer s instructions permit and specify using anchors spaced at least as far apart as those in this vehicle If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor if applicable Tug the child seat from side to side and forward and back where it is secured to the vehicle The seat should move less than one inch when you do this for a proper installation If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attaching child safety seats When used in combination either the safety belt or
108. bility Control System Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost Demist 10 AN A Ae ilb O 96v See Owner s Guide Airbag Front Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Parking Brake System Parking Aid System Speed Control Hazard Warning Flasher Fuse Compartment Windshield Wash Wipe Rear Window Defrost Demist E o e OQ Q ddp 329 ILS 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front Rear Child Safety Door Lock Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment e e Air Filter Check Fuel Cap 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus LES DOPO Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack Low Tire Pressure Warning m Uta B C8 e e LH T 11 Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle s fun
109. brake capability may be limited Also water may enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage Once through the water always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes 189 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty The service is available e 24 hours seven days a week e for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card included in your Owner Guide portfolio Roadside assistance will cover e a flat tire change with a good spare except vehicles that have been supplied with a tire inflation kit e battery jump start e lock out assistance key replacement cost is the customer s responsibility e fuel delivery Independent Service Contractors if not prohibited by state local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2 0 gallons 7 5L of gasoline or 5 0 gallons 18 9L of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle Fuel delivery service is limite
110. c Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls MULTI FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers Windshield washer Press the end of the stalk e briefly causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid e a quick press and hold the gt wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid e along press and hold the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds Courtesy wipe feature One extra wipe will happen a few seconds after washing the front window to clear any water that is dripping down from the top of the windshield caused by the washing Note Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty This may cause the washer pump to overheat Check the washer fluid level frequently Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry This may scratch the glass damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield always use the windshield washer In freezing weather be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers 55 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down to unlock the steering column 2 While the lever is in the down positi
111. cally Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by an authorized dealer Front wheel drive FWD vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension if equipped may require alignment of all four wheels The tires should also be balanced periodically An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle will help your tires wear more evenly providing better tire performance and longer tire life 152 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading e Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles front tires at top of diagram VAT AY ATA A yy NNNAN Z L AN AANAASA SAAN Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires Note If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation Note Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire wheel A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotat
112. carrier or with your hands on opposite corners WARNING Keep batteries out of reach of children Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the A C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 6 Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles 16 km or more to relearn the idle and fuel
113. catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire the fuel cap may not be properly installed Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Brake system warning light To confirm the brake system warning C P light is functional it will nd illuminate when the B HAKE ignition is turned to the on position when the engine is not running or in a position between on and start or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on position If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time seek service immediately from your authorized dealer Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer Check fuel cap Illuminates when N WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury stays illuminated or continues to flash a malfunction has been detected have the system serviced immediately by your authorized d
114. cated capacity and the empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank e Turn the engine ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running e Use the same filling rate setting low medium high each time the tank is filled e Allow no more than two automatic click offs when filling e Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating e Use a known quality gasoline preferably a national brand e Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up e Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent 247 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Calculating fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely an
115. consists of e driver and passenger airbag modules which include the inflators and airbags e side airbags Refer to Seat mounted side airbag system later in this chapter e side air curtain system Refer to Side curtain airbag system later in this chapter 113 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints e safety belt pretensioners e one or more impact and safing sensors e Front passenger sensing system Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter e Passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter e a readiness light and tone e diagnostic module e and the electrical wiring which connects the components The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental airbag electrical system wiring including the impact sensors the system wiring the airbag system readiness light the airbag back up power and the airbag ignitors Front passenger sensing system The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 208 and is designed to disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag under certain conditions The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence o
116. cranking Your vehicle a has a computer assisted cranking system that assists in starting the engine After releasing the key from the 4 start position the engine may continue cranking for up to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts Note Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off position 3 After idling for a few seconds release the parking brake apply the brake shift into gear and drive Note If the engine does not start on the first try turn the key to the off position wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again If the engine still fails to start press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again keeping the accelerator on the floor until the engine begins to accelerate above cranking speeds this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects WARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time open the windows at least 1 inch 2 5 cm or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting
117. ctions Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works If any light remains on after starting the vehicle refer to the respective system warning light for additional information Service engine soon The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the on position to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection Maintenance I M testing Normally the Service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present However if after 15 seconds the Service engine soon light blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing See the Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter If the light is blinking engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter Drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer 12 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster WARNING Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the
118. d warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child s size height weight or age Follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the instructions and warnings provided by the vehicle manufacturer A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized is inappropriate for your child s height age or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death 127 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision which may result in serious injury or death WARNING Never use pillows books or towels to boost a child They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision WARNING Always restrain an unoccupied child seat or booster seat These objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop which may increase the risk of serious injury WARNING Never place or allow a child to place the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision WARNING Do not leave children unreliable adu
119. d braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 139 Grades B and A represent higher levels of pe DEENEN on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by aw WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them Glossary of tire terminology e Tire label A label showing the OE Original Equipment tire sizes recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry e Tire Identification Number TIN A number on the sidewall of each tire providing informa
120. d record the initial odometer reading in miles or kilometers 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added Gn gallons or liters 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading 4 Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading 5 Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy Calculation 1 Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Calculation 2 Multiply liters used by 100 then divide by total kilometers traveled Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel economy under current driving conditions Additionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Driving style good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits e Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel e Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy e Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel e Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop e Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy e S
121. d risk of injury Under inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire It also may result in unnecessary tire stress irregular wear loss of vehicle control and accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure is the tire manufacturer s maximum permissible pressure and or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer s recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label When weather temperature changes occur tire inflation pressures also change A 10 F 6 C temperature drop can caus
122. d the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons together for approximately five seconds until ZONE XX appears in the CID 4 Press and release the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons together repeatedly until ZONE XX changes to the correct zone 1 15 in the CID 5 The direction will display after the buttons are released The zone is now updated Compass calibration adjustment Driver Controls 6 39 NE 6 39 Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines For optimum calibration turn off all electrical accessories heater air conditioning wipers etc and make sure all vehicle doors are shut 1 Start the vehicle 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus 57 Driver Controls 2 To calibrate press and hold the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons together for approximately 10 seconds until CAL appears Release the buttons 3 Slowly drive the vehicle in a lt circle less than 8 mph 5 km h until the CAL display changes to the 6 39 direction value N S E W etc It may take up to five circles to e gt complete calibration ran 4 The compass is now calibrated CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle has a variety of console features These include e Cupholders e Utility compartment WARNING Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision AUXILIARY POWER POINT 12
123. d to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period e winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries e towing Ford Mercury Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 km of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer If a member requests to be towed to an authorized dealer more than 35 miles 56 km from the disablement location the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in excess of 35 miles 56 km Trailers shall be covered up to 200 if the disabled eligible vehicle requires service at the nearest authorized dealer If the trailer is disabled but the towing vehicle is operational the trailer does not qualify for any roadside services Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide for information on e coverage period e exact fuel amounts 190 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies e towing of your disabled vehicle e emergency travel expense reimbursement e travel planning benefits In Canada for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty s Roadside Assistance expiring For more information and enrollment contact 1 877 294 2582 or visit our website at www ford ca Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet f
124. der certain conditions Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes WARNING The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container Refueling WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries To help avoid injuries to you and others e Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island e Turn off your engine when you are refueling e Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle e Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel e Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places e Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel 243 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build up when filling an ungrounded fuel container e Place approved fuel container on the ground e DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle including the cargo area e Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling e DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Fuel filler cap When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off
125. destrian or obstacle e Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces e Changing lanes on a snow rutted road e Entering a snow free road from a snow covered side street or vice versa e Entering a paved road from a gravel road or vice versa e Cornering while towing a heavily loaded trailer refer to Trailer towing in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter 181 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving Switching Off Traction Control If the vehicle is stuck in snow mud or sand and seems to lose engine power switching off the Traction Control feature of the AdvanceTrac system may be beneficial because the wheels are allowed to spin This will restore full engine power and will enhance momentum through the obstacle To switch off the Traction Control press the AdvanceTrac Off button Full features of the AdvanceTrac system can be restored by pressing the AdvanceTrac Off button again or by turning off and restarting the engine If you switch off the Traction Control the sliding car icon n will illuminate steadily Pressing the AdvanceTrac Off button again will turn off the lighted button sliding car icon n In R Reverse ABS and the Engine and Brake Traction Control features will continue to function however ESC is disabled AdvanceTrac Features 66 14103 29 B icon n Control Default at start up during bulb Enabled Enabled check PINE POSER Illuminated solid Enabled D
126. ding Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally Inspect all your tires including the spare frequently and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning Built in treadwear indicators or wear bars which look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm les ey When the tire tread wears down to the same height as these wear bars the tire is worn out and must be replaced Damage Periodically inspect the tire treads and sidewalls for damage such as bulges in the tread or sidewalls cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread or sidewall If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional Tires can be damaged during off road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended WARNING Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather storage conditions and conditions of use load speed inflation pressure etc the tires experience throughout their lives In general tires should be replaced after six years regardless of tread wear However heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may requ
127. ding on the type of factory installed equipment your engine block heater will use 4 to 1 0 kilowatt hours of energy per hour of use Your factory installed block heater system does not have a thermostat however maximum temperature is attained after approximately three hours of operation Block heater operation longer than three hours will not improve system performance and will unnecessarily use additional electricity Make sure system is unplugged and properly stowed before driving the vehicle While not in use make sure the protective cover seals the prongs of the engine block heater cord plug BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by an authorized dealer If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer Refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake system warning light BRAKE Under normal operating conditions brake dust may accumulate on the wheels Some brake dust is inevitable as brakes wear and does not contribute to brake noise The use of modern friction materials with emphasis on improved performance and environmental considerations can lead to more dust than in the past Brake dust can be cleaned by weekly washing with soapy water and a so
128. disc is already loaded into the system CD MP3 play will begin where it ended last If no CD is loaded NO DISC will appear in the display LOAD This control is not operational To load a CD simply insert the disc label side up into the CD slot EJECT Press EJECT to eject the CD gt I Play Pause Press to play pause a track when playing a CD 27 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems SEEK TRACK Press EJ SEEK TRACK P to access the previous next track CAT Category FOLD Folder In MP3 mode only Press CAT FOLD and then press lt q SEEK TRACK gt to access the previous next folder SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current disc or MP3 folder DIRECT In CD mode Press DIRECT The display will read DIRECT TRACK MODE SELECT TRACK Enter the desired track number using the memory preset buttons 0 9 The system will then begin playing that track In MP3 folder mode Press DIRECT and the memory preset buttons 0 9 of the desired folder The system will advance to that specific folder TEXT In MP3 mode only Press TEXT repeatedly to view Album AL Folder FL Song SO and Artist AR in the display if available In TEXT MODE Sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed When the indicator is active press TEXT and then press 4 SEEK TRACK to view the additional display text COMPRESSION Press MENU
129. e 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat When installing a child safety seat with combination lap shoulder belts e Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position e Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle e Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling e Place vehicle seat back in upright position e Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to step 5 below This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip WARNING Depending on where you secure a child restraint and depending on the child restraint design you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and or LATCH lower anchors rendering those features potentially unusable To avoid risk of injury occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained Perform the following steps
130. e 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for LT type tires LT type tires have some additional information beyond those of P type tires these differences are described below Note Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire 1 LT Indicates a tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association T amp RA that is intended for service on light trucks 2 Load Range Load Inflation Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual Ib kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single Ib kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single defined as two tires total on the rear axle 157 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Information on T type tires T type tires have some additional information beyond those of P type tires these differences are described below T145 80D16 is an example of a tire size CRAT TH 3416 80016 1054 Note The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire 1 T Indica
131. e Reappears 10 minutes after resetting it e Reappears if the condition clears then reoccurs within the same ignition on off cycle Pressing RESET can clear some messages If they do not clear when pressing RESET the condition causing the message must be addressed to clear the message Pressing RESET can clear some messages If they do not clear when pressing RESET the condition causing the message must be addressed to clear the message DRIVER DOOR AJAR Displayed when the driver door is not completely closed PASSENGER DOOR AJAR Displayed when the passenger door is not completely closed REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR Displayed when the rear right door is not completely closed PARK BRAKE ENGAGED Displayed when the parking brake is set the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph 5 km h If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL LOW Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM Displayed when the braking system is not operating properly If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately Refer to Brake clutch fluid
132. e a corresponding drop of 1 psi 7 kPa in inflation pressure Check your tire pressures frequently and adjust them to the proper pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label To check the pressure in your tire s 1 Make sure the tires are cool meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile If you are checking tire pressure when the tire is hot i e driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km never bleed or reduce air pressure The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures A hot tire at or below recommended cold inflation pressure could be significantly under inflated 147 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Note If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire s check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure when you get to the pump It is normal for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as you drive 2 Remove the cap from the valve on one tire then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve and measure the pressure 3 Add enough air to reach the recommended air pressure Note If you overfill the tire release air by pressing on the metal stem in the center of the valve Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge 4 Replace the valve cap 5 Repeat this procedure for each tire including the spare Note Some
133. e any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt This mode should be used any time a child safety seat except a booster is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position if equipped Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter 101 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints How to use the automatic locking mode e Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt e Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out e Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to disengage the automatic locking mode WARNING Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly Safety belt assemblies should be inspected by an authorized dealer and must be replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in a collision Unbuckle the combination lap
134. e booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap shoulder belt to fit properly Generally this is when they reach a height of at least 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall around age eight to age twelve and between 40 Ib 18 kg and 80 Ib 86 kg or upward to 100 Ib 45 kg if recommended by your child restraint manufacturer Many state and provincial laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall or 80 Ib 86 kg Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions when seated without a booster seat e Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat cushion e Can the child sit without slouching e Does the lap belt rest low across the hips e Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest e Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip 140 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Types of booster seats There are generally two types of belt positioning booster seats backless and high back Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap shoulder belt e Backless booster seats If your backless booster seat has a removable shield remove the shield If a vehicle seating
135. e button and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place WARNING Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions The safety belt pretensioner tightens the safety belts firmly against the occupant s body at the start of the crash WARNING The driver and front passenger safety belt system including retractors buckles and height adjusters must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front airbags seat mounted side airbags and side air curtains and safety belt pretensioners 104 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended there is an 8 inch 20 cm safety belt extension assembly that can be added part number 611C22 This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety
136. e child restraint manufacturer s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted For proper care of soiled safety belts refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter WARNING Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision 143 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example e Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow
137. e of the emission control systems have not been properly checked In this case the vehicle is considered not ready for I M testing If the service engine soon Y indicator is on or the bulb does not work the vehicle may need to be serviced Refer to the On board diagnostics OBD II description in this chapter If the vehicle s engine or transmission has just been serviced or the battery has recently run down or been replaced the OBD II system may indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing To determine if the vehicle is ready for I M testing turn the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine If the service engine soon C indicator blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing if the service engine soon C indicator stays on solid it means that the vehicle is ready for I M testing The OBD II system is designed to check the emission control system during normal driving A complete check may take several days If the vehicle is not ready for I M testing the following driving cycle consisting of mixed city and highway driving may be performed 15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway highway followed by 20 minutes of stop and go driving with at least four 30 second idle periods Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal opera
138. e repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again 1 Place the key in the ignition and SS turn the ignition to the on position c 2 Press the power door control on the door panel three times 3 Turn the ignition from the on 8 position to the off position 4 Press the power door C control on the door panel three times 5 Turn the ignition back to the on position The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active 6 To enable disable the autolock feature press the unlock control then press the lock control The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated 7 Turn the ignition to the off position The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete Autounlock feature if equipped The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when e the ignition is in the on position all the doors are closed and the vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km h e the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned to the off or accessory position and e the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being transitioned to the off or accessory position Note The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked before the driver door is opened 70 2010 Focus foc Owners
139. ead e Tread area of the tire Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle e Rim The metal support wheel for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat Every day before you drive check your tires If one looks lower than the others use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required At least once a month and before long trips inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge including spare if equipped Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear Under inflation or over inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns 146 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading WARNING Under inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking tread separation or blowout with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increase
140. ealer Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated Anti lock brake system if equipped If the ABS light ABS 13 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster Airbag readiness If this light fails o e to illuminate when the ignition is 9 turned to on continues to flash or IN remains on have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light Safety belt Reminds you to fasten your safety belt A Belt Minder chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate deactivate the Belt Minder chime feature Charging system Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly If it stays on while the engine is running there may be a malfunction with the charging system Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the p normal range refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Engine coolant temperature E Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high Stop the vehicle as soon as possible switch off the engine and let cool Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter W
141. ear center position only in this chapter 6 Allow the belt to retract to remove slack The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 7 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 5 and 6 8 Remove remaining slack from the belt Force the seat down with extra weight e g by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order to force slack from the belt This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once the additional weight of the child is added to the child restraint It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle Sometimes a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt 9 Attach the tether strap if the child seat is equipped Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter 132 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 10 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back There should be no more than one inch 2
142. ease the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover 2 Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing 3 Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing 4 Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing 5 Install a new air filter element Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated 256 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 6 Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps Be sure that the air cleaner cover tabs are engaged into the slots of the air cleaner housing Note Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS 2 0L 14 engine Air filter element FA 1890 Oil filter FL 910 Battery BXL 96 R Spark plugs 2 Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used 2Only use the specified replacement oil filter The use of a non specified oil filter can result in engine damage For spark plug replacement see your a
143. eature See your SYNC supplement for more information Additionally when you connect to Traffic Directions and Information if equipped U S only the service uses GPS technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle s current location travel direction and speed vehicle travel information only to help provide you with the directions traffic reports or business searches you request If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information do not activate the service Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information For more information see Traffic Directions and Information Terms and Conditions See your SYNC supplement for more information CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs However drivers must not compromise their own or others safety when using such equipment Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits Mobile Communication Equipment includes but is not limited to cellular phones pagers portable email devices in vehicle communications systems telematics devices and portable two way radios 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1s
144. ehicle WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION IF EQUIPPED Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4 speed automatic transmission This vehicle is equipped with an Adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy Adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality When the vehicle s battery has been disconnected for any type of service or repair the transmission will need 184 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to relearn these operating parameters This learning process could take several transmission upshifts and downshifts during this learning process slightly firmer shifts may occur After this learning process normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear e Start the engine e Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P Park LN Po Ra e Press the brake pedal No Dao La Na e Come to a complete stop e Move the gea
145. em SRS in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags Important child restraint precautions WARNING Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their height age and weight Child safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child WARNING All children are shaped differently The Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST and consult your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or on the internet at http www nhtsa dot gov In Canada check with your local St John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST or for further information contact your provincial ministry of transportation your local St John Ambulance office at http www sfa ca or Transport Canada at 1 800 333 0371 http www tc gc ca Failure to properly restrain children in safety seats made especially for their height age and weight may result in an increased risk of seri
146. equipped Press to activate deactivate the passenger heated seat See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter 11 Recirculated air Press to activate deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A C is selected or can be engaged manually in any airflow mode except G7 defrost When the ignition switch is turned off and back on the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A C button LED is illuminated and the air distribution selection is either 4 panel or JJ panel floor 12 MAX A C Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle This re cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle Press the MAX A C button again for normal A C operation 13 A C Press to activate deactivate air conditioning Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency A C engages automatically in MAX A C X7 defrost and HI floor defrost 14 aj Driver heated seat control if equipped Press to activate deactivate the driver heated seat See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter Operating tips e To reduce
147. ervice Contract With Ford ESP you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs Avoid the rising cost of properly maintaining your vehicle Ford ESP also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that covers items that routinely wear out The coverage is prepaid so you never have to worry about affording your vehicle maintenance It covers regular checkups routine inspections preventive care and replacement of items that require periodic attention for normal wear e Wiper blades e Brake pads and linings Spark plugs except e Shock absorbers California e Clutch disc e Belts and hoses Contact your selling Ford Lincoln or Mercury dealership today so they can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budget Interest free finance options available Take advantage of our installment payment plan just a 10 down payment will provide you with an affordable no interest no fee payment opportunity 268 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Ford Extended Service Plan DHVIA 3 diz 3l1vls ALIO ON LdV ssayqqv LNIHd 3SV31ld SINVN 66 8908t IN 20 je oH cZ08 xog O d d 3 P4103 0 SIU pew pue mojaq uoneuuojur eui ejejduioo aow Wee o id S3 P404 YUM PUIN JO 8368d BUINUAY Jag 269 Owners Guide 1st Printing 2010 Focus foc USA fus Index A Axle refill capacities 258 Advance Trac
148. ervicing your vehicle 227 sia ys sits sige wise sive baie RE MR Ide MR 192 Setting the clock aaa 25 emote entry system 74 illuminated entry uen TIR Side air curtain 121 locking unlocking doors E 74 75 SOS Post Crash Alert eee aimee 124 opening the trunk 75 Spark plugs parnic alarrm sorserien 75 specifications 257 261 262 replacement additional Specification chart transmitters eee T J bricants siiin 258 b PA we batteries dn Speed control susss 61 oadside assistance 90 Starting Your vie sacs 171 172 S 174 JUMP starting esce 205 Safety belts Steering wheel see Safety restraints 96 99 104 controls TERRE HERREN 64 Safety Canopy ooon 119 nir rare M ECC NR 56 Stereo id r 7 i CD MP3 eee 25 afety restraints 99 Belt Minder o e 105 dus m 41 extension assembly 105 T for adults 100 103 for children 2 ees 125 Occupant Classification Tilt steering wheel 56 DOMSOL Lib oein 97 Tire Pressure Monitoring warning light and chime 105 System TPMS Safety restraints LATCH Tires Wheels and Loading 158 AI CIOS rieren 135 Tires ise itio 144 145 Safety seats for children 129 alignment ciriciri 152 CaL Gusta cedri te inert 148 Safety Compliance changing o s 202 Certification Label
149. ery saver will shut off them off 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 off position e If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doors was opened the battery saver will shut them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 off position e The battery saver will shut off the headlamps and foglamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 off position SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti theft system is an engine immobilization system This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a no start condition Your vehicle comes with two coded keys additional coded keys may be purchased from your authorized dealer The authorized dealer can program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key Note The SecuriLock passive anti theft system is not compatible with non Ford aftermarket remote start systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection Note Large metallic objects electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items or a second coded key on the same 78 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Secur
150. es listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following e Handling stability and braking performance e Comfort and noise e Ground clearance and parking at curbs e Winter weather driving capability e Wet weather driving capability 3 Full size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving with the full size dissimilar spare tire wheel do not e Exceed 70 mph 113 km h e Use more than one dissimilar spare tire wheel at a time 200 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies e Use commercial car washing equipment e Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire wheel The usage of a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel can lead to impairment of the following e Handling stability and braking performance e Comfort and noise e Ground clearance and parking at curbs e Winter weather driving capability e Wet weather driving capability e All Wheel driving capability Gf applicable e Load leveling adjustment if applicable When driving with the full size dissimilar spare tire wheel additional caution should be given to e Towing a trailer e Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body e Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel and seek service as soon as possible Stopping and securing the vehicle 1 Park on a level surface set the parking brake a
151. eve your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you when your tires need air It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low Tire Pressure Possible cause Customer Action Required Warning Light Solid Warning Light Tire s 1 Check your tire pressure to under inflated ensure tires are properly inflated refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter 2 After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph 32 km h before the light will turn OFF Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use Repair the damaged road wheel tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system functionality For a description on how the system functions refer to When your temporary spare tire is installed in this section TPMS If your tires are properly malfunction inflated and your spare tire is not in use and the light remains ON contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible 161 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Low Tire Pressure Possible cause Customer Action Required Warning
152. ever from being moved from P Park when the ignition is in the on position unless the brake pedal is pressed If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P Park with ignition in the on position and the brake pedal pressed it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter If the fuse is not blown and the brakelamps are working properly the following procedure will allow you to move the gearshift lever from P Park 183 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving 1 Apply the parking brake turn ignition key to off then remove the key 2 Using a screwdriver or similar tool remove the protective cover to the interlock release access hole on the console 3 Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access hole and press downward while pulling the gearshift lever out of the P Park position and into the N Neutral position 4 Remove the tool and reinstall the MN protective cover 5 Start the vehicle and release the parking brake See your authorized dealer as soon as possible if this procedure is used WARNING Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your v
153. ew the positions of the parties make decisions and when appropriate render awards to resolve disputes CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an anti knock index lower than is recommended for your vehicle contact a regional office or owner relations customer relationship office The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel Using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S 217 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Customer Assistance If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest
154. example for your vehicle with 1400 Ib 635 kg of cargo and luggage capacity You decide to go golfing Is there enough load capacity to carry you 4 of your friends and all the golf bags You and four friends average 220 Ib 99 kg each and the golf bags weigh approximately 30 Ib 18 5 kg each The calculation would be 1400 5 x 220 5 x 30 1400 1100 150 150 Ib Yes you have enough load capacity in your vehicle to transport four friends and your golf bags In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 5 x 99 kg 6 x 13 5 kg 635 495 67 5 72 5 kg 168 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading e A final example for your vehicle with 1400 Ib 635 kg of cargo and luggage capacity You and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down you have room for 12 100 Ib 45 kg bags of cement Do you have enough load capacity to transport the cement to your home If you and your friend each weigh 220 Ib 99 kg the calculation would be 1400 2 x 220 12 x 100 1400 440 1200 240 Ib No you do not have enough cargo capacity to carry that much weight In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 12 x 45 kg 635 198 540 103 kg You will need to reduce the load we
155. f a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or disabled will not inflate The front passenger sensing system will disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag if e the front passenger seat is unoccupied or has small medium objects in the front seat e the system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat that is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions e the system determines that a small child is present in a forward facing child restraint that is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions e the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat e a front passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time e achild or a small person occupies the front passenger seat 114 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated the passenger side airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries The front passenger sensing system uses a passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator which will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled The indicator lamp is located at the top of the instrument panel center stack area below the Hazard warning indicator and above the radio Note The indica
156. f the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others WARNING If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in personal injury bp Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 10 ethanol Do not use fuel ethanol E85 diesel methanol leaded fuel or any other fuel The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds including manganese based additives Note Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage a loss of vehicle performance and repairs may not be covered under warranty Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump R M 2 octane rating of 87 Some stations offer fuels posted as Regular with an octane rating below 87 particularly in high altitude areas Fuels with octane levels below 87 are not recommended 245 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most d
157. ft sponge Heavier deposits can be removed with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A 176 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving Four wheel anti lock brake system ABS Your vehicle is equipped with an anti lock braking system ABS This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by keeping the brakes from locking Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and the brake pedal may suddenly travel a little farther as soon as ABS braking is done and normal brake operation resumes These are normal characteristics of the ABS and should be no reason for concern Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces However the ABS does not decrease stopping distance ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on If the light does not illuminate during start up remains on or flashes the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced Even when the ABS is disabled normal braking is still effective If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake BRAKE rele
158. fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision First row adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that are vertically adjustable WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and or operate the vehicle until the head restraint is placed in its proper position The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion The adjustable head restraints consist of e a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure 1 e two steel stems 2 e a guide sleeve adjust release gt button 3 e and a guide sleeve unlock remove NO b button 4 88 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints To adjust the head restraint do the following 1 Adjust the seatback to an upright driving riding position 2 Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint A 3 Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust release button and pushing down on the head restraint 5 Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up position WARNING The
159. hanges Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly i e if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage 253 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is warmed up approximately 20 miles 30 km If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 20 miles 30 km or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage 4 Latch the gearshift lever in P Park and leave the engine running 5 Remove the dipstick wiping it clean with a clean dry lint free rag If necessary refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick 6 Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube 7 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level The flu
160. hapter AdvanceTrac Traction control Illuminates when the f AdvanceTrac Traction control is active If the light remains on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Refer to the Driving chapter for more information Throttle Control Transmission Illuminates when a powertrain fault y has been detected Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible 15 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the on position and any door is open I left or right turn signal or the ES hazard lights are turned on If the indicators stay on or flash faster check for a burned out bulb D Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver s door is opened Turn signal Illuminates when the T ED High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened Perimeter alarm warning chime Sounds when using a key to unlock the driver s doors and the perimeter alarm is armed 16 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster GAU
161. he belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating positions until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely latched to the buckle by pulling on the tongue 134 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 5 Remove remaining slack from the belt Force the seat down with extra weight e g by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order to force slack from the belt This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once the additional weight of the child is added to the child restraint It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle Sometimes a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt 6 Attach the tether strap if the child seat is equipped Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter 7 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back There should be no more than one inch 2 5 cm of movement for proper installation 8 Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST to make certain the child restraint is properly installed In Canada chec
162. he ignition from off to on several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine On restarting cranking time will take a few seconds longer than normal e Normally adding 1 gallon 3 8L of fuel is enough to restart the engine If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade more than 1 gallon 3 8L may be required e The service engine soon C indicator may come on For more information on the service engine soon C indicator refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter 246 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you the driver You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of fill ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of driving engine break in period You will get a more accurate measurement after 2 000 miles 3 000 miles 3 000 km 5 000 km Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of this chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indi
163. he sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Side airbags are designed to inflate in side impact collisions not roll over rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration 120 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation WARNING If the side airbag has deployed the airbag will not function again The side airbag system including the seat must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer If the airbag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision Side curtain airbag system 4 WARNING Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the headliner at the siderail that may come into contact with a deploying side air curtain Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision WARNING Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the side air curtain cover WARNING Do not lean your head on the door The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the seat 121 2010 Focus foc
164. hoices plus the off state The lights come on whenever the ignition is in either the on or accessory position Note The ambient lights will stay on until the ignition is placed in the Off position and either of the front doors are opened or the accessory delay timer expires BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure Condensation can be a natural by product of this design When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold When normal condensation occurs a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions Examples of acceptable condensation are e Presence of thin mist no streaks drip marks or droplets e Fine mist covers less than 5096 of the lens 49 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Lights Examples of unacceptable moisture usually caused by a lamp water leak are e Water puddle inside the lamp e Large water droplets drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens Take your vehicle to dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs m
165. ical system may be wet These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel properly tightening the fuel cap or letting the electrical system dry out After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the service engine soon CY indicator should stay off the next time the engine is started A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required 251 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications If the service engine soon C indicator remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Although some malfunctions detected by the OBD II may not have symptoms that are apparent continued driving with the service engine soon C indicator on can result in increased emissions lower fuel economy reduced engine and transmission smoothness and lead to more costly repairs Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing Some state provincial and local governments may have Inspection Maintenance I M programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Your vehicle may not pass the I M test if the service engine soon K Y indicator is on or not working properly bulb is burned out or if the OBD II system has determined that som
166. icle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as MyKey Refer to MyKey with Remote Start Systems section Cannot program the MyKey e Key in the ignition is a MyKey optional settings e No MyKeys are programmed to the vehicle Refer to Create a MyKey section e Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as MyKey Refer to MyKey with Remote Start Systems section Cannot disable MyKey e Key in the ignition is a MyKey e No MyKeys are programmed to the vehicle Refer to Create a MyKey section e Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as MyKey Refer to MyKey with Remote Start Systems section Lost the only Admin key e Purchase a new key from your authorized dealer 85 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security Potential Causes Lost any key e For programming spare keys refer to the Programming spare keys section in this chapter I accidentally programmed all e Vehicle has a remote start system keys as MyKeys that is recognized as an Admin key Refer to the Using MyKey with Remote Start Systems section to reset all MyKeys as Admin keys MyKey Programmed total e Unknown key has been programmed includes one additional key to the vehicle as a MyKey e Vehicle is equipped with a remote start system Refer to MyKey with Remote Start Systems section
167. id should be in the designated areas for normal operating temperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C e REZE MAX Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperatures 120 F 140 F 50 C 60 C on a level surface The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles 30 km of driving The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature 120 F 140 F 50 C 60 Cp 254 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure l An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage If necessary add fluid in 1 2 pint 250 mL increments through the filler tube until the level is correct should be removed by a
168. ield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained WARNING Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly Also you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts WARNING Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container If sprayed on the windshield engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield 237 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications e Do not mix coolants Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter Note Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling system sealants additives as they can cause damage to the engine cooling and or heating systems This damage would not be covered under your vehicle s warranty e A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service location In this instance the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible Water alone without engine coolant can ca
169. ight by at least 240 Ib 104 kg If you remove 3 100 Ib 45 kg cement bags then the load calculation would be 1400 2 x 220 9 x 100 1400 440 900 60 Ib Now you have the load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 9 x 45 kg 635 198 405 32 kg The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of the driver s door TRAILER TOWING WARNING Never tow a trailer with this vehicle Your vehicle is not equipped to tow No towing packages are available through an authorized dealer RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational RV towing An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind a motorhome These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged Note Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle Refer to the Climate controls chapter for more information 169 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles with manual transmissions If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission shifting the transmission
170. ignificantly lower than the recommended inflation pressure and activate the TPMS warning for low tire pressure If the low tire pressure warning light is ON visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat If one or more tires are flat repair as necessary Check air pressure in the road tires If any tire is under inflated carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure 162 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING Snow tires must be the same size load index speed rating as those originally provided by Ford Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could cause steering suspension axle or transfer case power transfer unit failure The original equipment tires on your vehicle have an all weather tread design to provide traction handling and braking performance in year round driving You may install snow tires for improved traction when driving in areas with sustained periods of snow or icy driving conditions If you choose to install snow tires on your vehicle they must be the same size construction and load range as
171. il pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure releases 238 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap 5 Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture to within the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system fill the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full 6 Replace the cap Turn until tightly installed Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss After any coolant has been added check the coolant concentration refer to Checking engine coolant If the concentration is not 50 50 protection to 34 F 36 C drain some coolant and adjust the concentration It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50 50 coolant concentration Whenever coolant has been added the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle If necessary add enough 50 50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level If you have to add more than 1 0 quart 1 0 liter of engine coolant per month have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system Your cooling system may have a leak Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can re
172. ill need to start the procedure over again 7 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed 8 Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter 9 Turn the ignition to the 1 off position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters 10 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been exited Illuminated entry The interior lamps and parking lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s The illuminated entry system will turn off the lights if e the ignition is turned to the on position e the remote transmitter lock control is pressed or e after 25 seconds of illumination 77 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security The lights will not turn off if e they have been turned on with the dimmer control or e any door is open Illuminated exit e When all vehicle doors and the trunk are closed and the key is removed from the ignition the interior lamps and parking lamps will illuminate The lamps will turn off if all the doors and the trunk remain closed and e 25 seconds elapse or e the key is inserted in the ignition Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the lamps 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 off position e If the dome lamps were turned on using the panel dimmer control the batt
173. inated O D overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off L Low This position Provides increased engine braking during downhill mountain driving Provides extended shift scheduling allowing both upshifts and downshifts at a higher overall RPM to provide optimum engine braking Is not intended for use under extended or normal driving conditions and results in lower fuel economy 186 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear If necessary try turning the Traction Control system off This will allow the wheels to spin which may help to free your stuck vehicle For more information refer to Traction Control in this chapter Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION IF EQUIPPED Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed To start the vehicle 1 Make sure the parking brake is fully set
174. ing USA fus Customer Assistance REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U S ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to Attp www safercar gov or write to Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CANADA ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform Transport Canada using their toll free number 1 800 333 0510 219 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo such as Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A which is available from your authorized dealer e Never use str
175. ing with the deactivation activation programming procedure Note The driver and front passenger Belt Minder features must be disabled enabled separately Both cannot be disable enabled during the same key cycle Note If you are using MyKey the Belt Minder cannot be disabled Also if the Belt Minder has been previously disabled it will be re enabled after the use of MyKey Refer to MyKey in the Locks and security chapter 108 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The driver and front passenger Belt Minder features can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that e The parking brake is set e The gearshift is in P Park automatic transmission and in neutral manual transmission e The ignition switch is in the off position e The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled WARNING While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt Minder this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident We recommend you leave the Belt Minder system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle To reduce the risk of injury do not deactivate activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle 1 Turn the ignition switch to the on position DO NOT START THE ENGINE 2 Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off Appro
176. inst your seatback with your feet on the floor WARNING To reduce the risk of possible serious injury Do not hang objects off seat back or stow objects in map pocket if equipped when a child is in the front passenger seat Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console Gf equipped Check the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp for proper airbag status Refer to Front passenger sensing system chapter for additional details Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system Pull the lever located under the front edge of the seat to move the seat forward or backward 91 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Pull up on the control to raise the seat and push down on the control to lower the seat Lift the control to adjust the angle of the seatback 4 4 j y c WARNING Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision 92 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Heated seats if equipped WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaustion or other physical conditions m
177. ion Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall 153 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Information on P type tires P215 65R15 95H is an example of a tire size load index and speed rating The definitions of these items are listed below Note that the tire size load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example 1 P Indicates a tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association T amp RA that may be used for service on cars SUVs minivans and light trucks Note If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO European Tire and Rim Technical Organization or JATMA Japan Tire Manufacturing Association 2 215 Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 65 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width 4
178. ion Control events the sliding car icon a in the instrument cluster will flash If the Traction Control system is activated excessively in a short period of time the braking portion of the system may become temporarily disabled to allow the brakes to cool down In this situation Traction Control will use only engine power reduction or transfer to help control the wheels from over spinning When the brakes have cooled down the system will regain all features Anti lock braking and ESC are not affected by this condition and will continue to function during the cool down period The Engine Traction Control and Brake Traction Control system may be deactivated in certain situations See the Switching Off Traction Control section below Electronic Stability Control ESC Electronic Stability Control ESC may enhance your vehicle s directional stability during adverse maneuvers for example when cornering severely or avoiding objects in the roadway ESC operates by applying brakes to one or more of the wheels individually and if necessary reducing engine power if the system detects that the vehicle is about to skid or slide laterally During Electronic Stability Control events the sliding car icon n in the instrument cluster will flash Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the Electronic Stability Control system which include but are not limited to e Taking a turn too fast e Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident pe
179. ire tires to be replaced more frequently You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used 149 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading U S DOT Tire Identification Number TIN Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall Tire Replacement Requirements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability WARNING Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size load index speed rating and type
180. is disabled SONG ALERTS ENABLED DISABLED will appear in the display The menu listing will display the opposite state For example if you have chosen to enable the song alerts the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on so your other option is to turn them off e CHANNEL LOCKOUT MENU Press OK to enter the Channel Lockout menu Press the A v to scroll through the following options a LOCK UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL Press OK when LOCK UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL is displayed and the display will read ENTER PIN Enter your four digit PIN number initial PIN is 1234 and the system will lock unlock the channel and CHANNEL LOCKED or UNLOCKED will be displayed Note you must be tuned to the specific channel you want to lock unlock when using this feature b CHANGE PIN Press OK when CHANGE PIN is displayed The display will read ENTER OLD PIN Enter your current old PIN number and when the system accepts your entry it will display ENTER NEW PIN Enter your new four digit PIN and the system will save the new PIN and PIN SAVED will display c UNLOCK ALL CHANNELS Press OK when UNLOCK ALL CHANNELS is displayed and the display will read ENTER PIN Enter your four digit PIN and the system will unlock all channels and the display will read CHANNEL UNLOCKED 31 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems d RESET PIN Press OK when RESET PIN is displayed The display will read ARE YOUR SURE
181. is equipped with remote start see the Using MyKey with Remote Start Systems section Note The MyKey M can be cleared within the same key cycle that it was created otherwise a standard key Administrator key is required to disable the MyKey M programming To clear all MyKeys go to step 2 in the Disable MyKey section Programming MyKey Optional Settings Turn the ignition on using an Admin key To program the optional settings use the message center buttons to do the following 1 Press SETUP until RESET FOR MYKEY SETUP is displayed 2 Press and release the RESET button to display MyKey setup menus The first menu shown is MYKEY MAX MPH 80 MPH OFF 3 If you don t want to change the maximum speed setting press the SETUP button to display the next menu The remaining menus appear as follows with the default settings shown MYKEY MPH TONES 45 55 65 OFF MYKEY VOLUME LIMIT ON OFF MYKEY ADVTRAC CTRL ON lt OFF gt 4 On any of the menus press RESET to highlight your choice with the Sans 82 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security 5 Press SETUP to enter your choice The next optional setting will be displayed 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional settings Disable MyKey To reset all MyKeys as Admin keys do the following 1 Turn the vehicle on using the Admin key 2 Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR MYKEY is displayed
182. isabled momentarily Button pressed again after Not illuminated Enabled Enabled deactivation STEERING To help prevent damage to the power steering system e Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points until it stops for more than a few seconds when the engine is running e Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering fluid level below the MIN mark on the reservoir e Some noise is normal during operation If the noise is excessive check for a low power steering fluid level before seeking service by your authorized dealer e Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by a low power steering fluid level Check for a low power steering fluid level before seeking service by your authorized dealer 182 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving e Do not fill the power steering fluid reservoir above the MAX mark on the reservoir If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or pulls check for e an improperly inflated tire e uneven tire wear e loose or worn suspension components e loose or worn steering components e improper steering alignment A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander pull BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift l
183. ith a clean dry rag e Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface e After polishing chrome bumpers apply a coating of Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A available from your authorized dealer or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmental effects 220 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Cleaning WAXING e Wash the vehicle first e Do not use waxes that contain abrasives use Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A which is available from your authorized dealer or an equivalent quality product e Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non body low gloss black colored trim such as grained door handles roof racks bumpers side moldings mirror housings or the windshield cowl area The paint sealant will gray or stain the parts over time PAINT CHIPS Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match your vehicle s color Take your color code printed on a sticker in the driver s door jamb to your authorized dealer to ensure you get the correct color e Remove particles such as bird droppings tree sap insect deposits tar spots road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips e Always read the instructions before using the products ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish In order to maintain their
184. ition Opening the luggage compartment q Press 55 once to open the luggage compartment Note This feature will only operate with the ignition in the off or the accessory position 75 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security e Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block the driver s rear view Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent To replace the battery 1 Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER surface of the circuit board 2 Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back x a N YS AYSLIVE SDV ld 3 Remove the old battery Note Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries S IVNIWH3 H NOL LOI ATVH H3HLO NI 4 Insert the new battery Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity 5 Snap the two halves back together Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed f
185. ity key chain may cause vehicle starting issues You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine These objects will not cause damage to the coded key but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine If a problem occurs turn the ignition off remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine Note Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle Anti theft indicator The anti theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster e When the ignition is in the off 3 position the indicator will flash once every two seconds to A indicate the SecuriLock system is functioning as a theft deterrent e When the ignition is in the on position the indicator will glow for three seconds then turn off to indicate normal system functionality If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the on position If this occurs turn the ignition off then back to on to make sure there was no electronic interference with the programmed key If the vehicle doesn t start try to start it with the 2nd programmed key and if successful contact your authorized dealership for key replacement If the indicator still flashes rapidly or glows steadily and the vehicle will not start contact your
186. ity chapter for more information When AdvanceTrac performs a normal system self check some drivers may notice a slight movement of the brake and or a rumble grunting or grinding noise after startup and when driving off When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTrac you may experience the following e A slight deceleration of the vehicle e The sliding car n indicator light will flash e A vibration in the pedal when your foot is on the brake pedal e f the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake the brake pedal may move as the systems applies higher brake forces You may also hear a whoosh of air from under the instrument panel during this severe condition e The brake pedal may feel stiffer than usual Traction Control TCS Traction Control is a driver aid feature that helps your vehicle maintain traction of the wheels typically when driving on slippery and or hilly road surfaces by detecting and controlling wheel spin 180 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving Excessive wheel spin is controlled in two ways which may work separately or in tandem Engine Traction Control and Brake Traction Control Engine Traction Control works to limit drive wheel spin by momentarily reducing engine power Brake Traction Control works to limit wheel spin by momentarily applying the brakes to the wheel that is slipping Traction Control is most active at low speeds During Tract
187. k with your local St John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST Attaching child safety seats with Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHildren LATCH attachments The LATCH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points two 2 lower anchors located where the vehicle seat back and seat cushion meet called the seat bight and one 1 top tether anchor located behind that seating position 135 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCH equipped seating positions in your vehicle This type of attachment method eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat however the safety belt can still be used to attach the child seat For forward facing child seats the top tether strap must also be attached to the proper top tether anchor if a top tether strap has been provided with your child seat Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps and Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol The LATCH anchors are located at the rear section of the rear sea
188. l LOW FUEL LEVEL will display when you have approximately 50 miles 80 km to empty Press RESET to clear this warning message It will return at approximately 25 miles 40 km 10 miles 16 km and 0 miles 0 km miles to empty Distance to empty is calculated using a running average fuel economy which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles 800 km This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display The running average fuel economy is re initialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected AVG MPG L 100km Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles gallon or liters 100 km If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveled by gallons of fuel used liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons e Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill up 19 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster e Differences in the automatic shut off points on the fuel pumps at service stations e Variations in top off procedure from one fill up to another e Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0 1 gallon liter 1 Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles 8 km with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average 2 Record the highway fuel economy for future reference It is important to press the RESET button press and hold R
189. l either flash or stay lit IN e The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on e A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the supplemental restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Seat mounted side airbag system Ae WARNING Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision WARNING Do not use accessory seat covers The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident WARNING Do not lean your head on the door The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag SRS its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided 119 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus
190. l recognize the remote start system as an additional Admin Key with its associated privileges You should program the remote start system as a MyKey in addition to the key that you have already programmed as a MyKey To program the remote start system as MyKey do the following 1 Enter the vehicle and close all doors 2 Remote start the vehicle using a remote start fob 3 Follow steps 1 4 in the Create a MyKey section Note For all vehicles the number of MYKEY S PROGRAMMED or ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED that is displayed in the MyKey M System Status menus will include the remote start system as an additional key in the total count See the Check MyKey System Status section Note For all vehicles with remote start installed it is possible to program all original vehicle keys as MyKeys in which case you will need to use your remote start system to reset all MyKeys as Admin keys by doing the following 1 Enter the vehicle close all doors 2 Remote start the vehicle using your remote start fob 3 Follow steps 1 4 in the Disable MyKey section 84 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security Troubleshooting Potential Causes Can t create a MyKey e Key in the ignition is already a MyKey e Key in the ignition is the last remaining Admin key there always has to be at least one Admin key e SecuriLock Passive Anti Theft System is disabled or in unlimited mode e Veh
191. lb in reverse order Replacing tail brake backup lights and turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and then open the trunk 2 Remove two plastic screws and cover from inside the luggage compartment 3 Remove two nuts from the lamp assembly 4 Gently pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle 5 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out 6 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing fog lamp bulbs if equipped 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position 2 Reach under the front fender and remove the harness bulb assembly from the fog lamp by turning counterclockwise 3 Disconnect the harness from the bulb by pulling it straight off Install the new bulb in reverse order 53 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position 2 Remove the two screws and the lens from the license plate lamp pum e a 3 Carefully pull the bulb straight out from the lamp assembly Install new bulb s in reverse order Replacing high mount brake lamp assembly Your vehicle is equipped with an LED center high mount stop lamp It is designed to last the life of the vehicle If replacement is required it is recommended that you see your authorized dealer 54 2010 Focus fo
192. lected satellite radio category on or off The category icon CAT will illuminate in the display when a specific category is selected the icon will not illuminate during CATEGORY ALL If no category has ever been selected NO CATEGORY SELECTED will display Note Separate categories can be set for SAT1 SAT2 or SATS Refer to Satellite radio menu for further information on selecting a satellite radio category SATELLITE RADIO MENU Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu Press A IV to cycle through the following options e CATEGORY MENU Press OK to enter category mode Press A v to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories Pop Rock News etc Press OK when the desired category appears in the display After a category is selected press A v to search for that specific category of channels only i e ROCK You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels Press OK to close and return to the main menu e SONG SEEK MENU Press OK to enter song seek menu Press A v to scroll through the following options a SAVE THIS SONG Press OK to save the currently playing song s title in the system s memory If you try to save something other than a song CANT SAVE will appear in the display When the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel the system will alert you with an audible prompt Press OK while S
193. lling fluids 258 Audio system see Radio 25 GIU uk UL oe 25 Automatic transmission 184 Cell phone use ee 8 driving an Ae Child safety seats 129 n D X di attaching with tether straps 138 mo x oS T Saas 253 in front seat oo 130 133 UIA CHECKING ieraciiciriicipnpass in rear seat 130 133 fluid refill capacities 258 LATCH 135 tuid specification sisii 258 recommendations 127 Auxiliary input jack Line in 33 Child safety seats booster Auxiliary power point DB sBealsS esse ee tete is 140 270 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment 222 instrument panel 223 TMUETION cseisecerirsive eer e RSEN 224 plastic WATTS scietis eerte 222 WASHING ueste E en 220 WOKING e 221 wheels tdi 221 wiper blades sssss 223 Climate control see Air conditioning or Heating 42 Clock adjust AM FM CD eene 2b Clutch PMA PONI NH PURO E 253 operation while driving 187 recommended shift speeds 188 Compass electronic 56 calibration seseseee 57 set zone adjustment 57 CONISOIE xd eei 58 Controls steering column 64 Coolant checking and adding 236 refill
194. low down gradually e Driving at reasonable speeds traveling at 55 mph 88 km h uses 15 less fuel than traveling at 65 mph 105 km h e Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy e Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy 248 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Maintenance Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy Use recommended engine oil Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information Conditions Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 1 mpg 0 4 km L is lost for every 400 Ib 180 kg of weight carried Adding certain acce
195. loyment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage Front outboard safety belt pretensioners The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant s body during frontal collisions and in side collisions when the side air curtain system activates This helps increase the effectiveness of the safety belts In frontal collisions the safety belt pretensioners can be activated alone or if the collision is of sufficient severity together with the front airbags Front outboard safety belt energy management retractors The front safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in response to the occupant s forward momentum This helps reduce the risk of force related injuries to the occupant s chest by limiting the load on the occupant Refer to the Energy management feature section in this chapter Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The Personal Safety System uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System is not required 98 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The Restraints Co
196. lts or pets unattended in your vehicle Transporting children Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their age height and weight All children are shaped differently The child height age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or on the internet at http www nhtsa dot gov In Canada check with your local St John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST or for further information contact your provincial ministry of transportation your local St John Ambulance office at http Awww sfa ca or Transport Canada at 1 800 333 0371 http www tc gc ca 128 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the child is the proper height age and weight as specified by your child safety seat or booster manufacturer fits the rest
197. ly e slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Your vehicle may be equipped with a conventional spare tire that is different in one or more of the following type brand size speed rating and tread design If this is the case this dissimilar spare tire is still rated for your vehicle loads GAWR and GVWR This temporary spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS sensor Note The tire pressure monitoring system TPMS indicator light will illuminate when the spare is in use To restore the full functionality of the TPMS system all road wheels equipped with the tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle Have a flat tire serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensor refer to Tive Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible During repairing or replacing of the flat tire have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage WARNING The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used WARNING Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in the Tire Wheels and Loading chapter for important information If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged it will no longer function Dissimilar spare tire wheel information WARNING Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increa
198. ly in need of a warning To avoid activating the Belt Minder feature for objects placed in the front passenger seat warnings will only be given to large front seat occupants as determined by the front passenger sensing system Both the driver s and passenger s safety belt usages are monitored and either may activate the Belt Minder feature The warnings are the same for the driver and the front passenger If the Belt Minder warnings have expired warnings for approximately five minutes for one occupant driver or front passenger the other occupant can still activate the Belt Minder feature Note If you are using MyKey the Belt Minder warning will not expire Refer to MyKey in the Locks and security chapter The driver s and front passenger s safety belts are buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position or less than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on The driver s or front passenger s safety belt is not buckled when the vehicle has reached at least 3 mph 5 km h and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on The driver s or front passenger s safety belt becomes unbuckled for approximately one minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 3 mph 5 km h and more than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on 106 The Belt Minder feature will not activate The Bel
199. mation Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner s Guide Special instructions For your added safety your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls WARNING Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System SRS in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury WARNING Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR P215 45R17 LOW PROFILE TIRES AND WHEELS If your vehicle is equipped with P215 45R17 tires they are low profile tires These tires and wheels are designed to give your vehicle a sport appearance With low profile tires you may notice an increase in road noise and faster tire wear depending on road conditions and driving styles Due to their design low profile tires and wheels are more prone to road damage from potholes rough or unpaved roads car wash rails and curb contact than standard tires and wheels Your vehicle s warranty does not cover these types of damage Tires should always be kept at the correct inflation pressures and extra caution should be taken when operating on rough roads to avoid impacts that could cause wheel and tire damage 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Introduction DATA RECORDING Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle
200. more information by calling BBB AUTO LINE at 1 800 955 5100 or writing to BBB AUTO LINE 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington Virginia 22203 1833 BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1 800 392 3673 Note Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations modify procedures or to discontinue this process at any time without notice and without obligation 216 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Customer Assistance UTILIZING THE MEDIATION ARBITRATION PROGRAM CANADA ONLY For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP The CAMVAP program is a straight forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce a settlement have failed This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings In the CAMVAP program impartial third party arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informal environment These impartial arbitrators revi
201. n Press the RESET control to turn autolock on or off AUTOUNLOCK This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver s door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off Press the RESET control to turn autounlock on or off CREATE MYKEY MYKEY SETUP CLEAR MYKEY For more information refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter LANGUAGE ENGLISH SPANISH FRENCH Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in Selectable languages are English Spanish or French Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the message center through each of the language choices Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds to set the language choice System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle s operating systems In the event of a multiple warning situation the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message 21 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster Warning messages can be divided into three categories e Cannot be cleared until the condition is corrected
202. n authorized If an overfill occurs excess fluid dealer An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives treatments or cleaning agents The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components 255 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Checking and adding manual transmission fluid if equipped 1 Clean the filler plug 2 Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level 3 Fluid level should be at the bottom of the opening Em am 4 Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening 5 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element When changing the air filter element use only the air filter element listed Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter WARNING To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running Changing the air filter element 1 Rel
203. n the severity of the impact This allows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners Driver s seat position sensor The driver s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the deployment level of the driver dual stage airbag based on seat position The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the airbag when it begins to inflate For some occupants like infants in rear facing child seats this occurs because they are initially sitting very close to the airbag For other occupants this occurs when the occupant is not properly restrained by safety belts or child safety seats and they move forward during pre crash braking The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front WARNING Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a f
204. nauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine By law vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures repairs services sells leases trades vehicles or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal also lists engine displacement Please consult your Warranty Guide Customer Information Guide for complete emission warranty information On board diagnostics OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine s emission control system This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II The OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle When the service engine soon 7 Y indicator illuminates the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Temporary malfunctions may cause the service engine soon C indicator to illuminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 3 The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened See Fuel filler cap in this chapter 4 Driving through deep water the electr
205. nd activate the hazard flashers C 2 Place the gearshift lever in P Park automatic transmission or R Reverse manual transmission and turn the engine off 201 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Tire change procedure WARNING When one of the front wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the vehicle is in P Park automatic transmission or R Reverse manual transmission WARNING To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed WARNING If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Note Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked 1 Remove the spare tire and jack by turning their tie down bolts counterclockwise The lug wrench is located in a bag next to or on top of the spare tire 2 Block the diagonally opposite wheel 202 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Eme
206. ndle counterclockwise 9 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification 10 Put the flat tire jack and lug wrench away Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive Unblock the wheels WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles 800 km after any wheel disturbance tire rotation changing a flat tire wheel removal etc Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque M12 x 1 5 100 135 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners 204 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies WARNING When a wheel is installed always remove any corrosion dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel Ensure that any fasteners that attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces of the wheel Installing wheels without correct metal to metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion resulting in loss of control Note Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior to installation If there is visible
207. ng based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 142 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 e Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance e Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum permissible pressure and or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer s recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label The tire suppliers may have additional markings notes or warnings such as standard load radial tubeless etc 156 2010 Focus foc Owners Guid
208. nt concentration below 40 e Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage e Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage e Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive Vehicles driven year round in non extreme climates should use a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection What you should know about fail safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred The fail safe distance depends on ambient temperatures vehicle load and terrain How fail safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat e The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red hot area e The zE engine coolant temperature indicator light will illuminate If the engine reaches a preset over temperature condition the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine 240 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specificati
209. nt of the seat lock REAR SEATS Second row head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with rear head restraints that are vertically adjustable Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint A fj 94 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve release button and pushing down on the head restraint 4 For details about the individual components of the head restraints and about how to remove the head restraints refer to Adjustable head restraints at the beginning of this chapter Folding down the rear seat One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space To lower the seatback s from inside the vehicle do the following 1 Lower the head restraint if equipped to the lowest position 2 Pull the strap located on the inboard side of the seatback passenger side or on the outboard side of the seatback driver side to release it 3 Fold the seatback down AC Pe N When raising the seatback s make sure you hear the seat latch into place WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the even
210. nternational Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee ILSAC comprised of U S and Japanese automobile manufacturers To protect your engine and engine s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 or an equivalent SAE 5W 20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS M2C930 A SAE 5W 20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in this chapter for more information Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty 233 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications start up engine noises or knock may be experienced It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another with equivalent performance for your engine application BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service If your b
211. nto R Reverse Failure to do so may damage the transmission Hold the clutch pedal down and move the gearshift lever into the neutral position Wait at least three seconds before shifting into R Reverse Note The gearshift lever can only be moved into R Reverse by moving it from left of 3 Third and 4 Fourth before shifting into R Reverse This is a lockout feature that protects the transmission from accidentally being shifted into R Reverse from 5 Fifth If R Reverse is not fully engaged press the clutch pedal down and return the gearshift to the neutral position Release the clutch pedal for a moment then press it down and shift to R Reverse again Parking your vehicle 1 Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position 2 Fully apply the parking brake then shift into 1 First 3 Turn the ignition off WARNING Do not park your vehicle in Neutral it may move unexpectedly and injure someone Use 1 First gear and set the parking brake fully Removing the key Turn the ignition to position 1 off and remove the key 188 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly especially when the depth is not known Never drive through o water that is higher than the bottom a of the wheel rims for cars or the bottom of the hubs for trucks When driving through water traction or
212. ntrol Module RCM monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt buckle sensors front passenger sensing system and the driver seat position sensor In addition the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following e The warning light will either flash or stay lit e The warning light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on e A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the Personal Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Safety belt precautions WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips WARNING To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained WARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system
213. ntry transmitter can be programmed To change the unlocking mode from the single door unlocking mode to the central all door unlocking mode e With the vehicle in the off position press the and amp on the remote entry transmitter simultaneously and hold for four seconds The turn lamps will illuminate twice to indicate the mode change e Press the and amp on the remote entry transmitter simultaneously and hold for four seconds to switch between unlocking modes Locking the doors e Press A and release to lock all doors Note The parking lamps will illuminate If any door or trunk is ajar the lamps will not illuminate Once the door that was ajar is closed the lamps will illuminate to indicate that the vehicle is locked and all doors are closed e Press e and release again within three seconds to confirm all doors have locked Note The horn will honk once and the turn lamps will illuminate if all doors are closed The horn will honk twice if any door is ajar Car finder Press 2 twice within three seconds The horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash It is recommended that this method be used to locate your vehicle rather than using the panic alarm Sounding a panic alarm Press to activate the alarm Press again or turn the ignition to the on Or accessory position to deactivate or wait for the alarm to time out in three minutes Note The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off pos
214. ny Customer Relationship Center P O Box 6248 Dearborn MI 48121 Telephone 1 800 392 3673 FORD TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 Online Additional information and resources are available online at www genuineservice com U S dealer locator by Dealer Name City State or Zip Code Owner Guides Maintenance Schedules Recalls e Ford Extended Service Plans e Ford Genuine Accessories e Service specials and promotions 213 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Customer Assistance In Canada Mailing address Ford vehicles Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1 800 565 3673 FORD Online www ford ca Mailing address Lincoln vehicles Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1 800 387 9333 Online www lincolncanada com Additional assistance If you have questions or concerns or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing authorized dealer 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center In order to help you se
215. o not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds e Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability WARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Illumination of the service engine soon C indicator charging system warning light or the temperature warning light fluid leaks strange odors smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust to enter the vehicle Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust system inspected and repaired immediately 250 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WARNING Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment Do not make any u
216. o the arm A loop and pull it into place until a click is heard Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance 231 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield Refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter To prolong the life of the wiper blades it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element ENGINE OIL S27 Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P automatic transmission or 1st manual transmission 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick 6 Wipe the dipstick clean Insert the dipstick fully then remove it again e f the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the MIN mark add enough engine oil to raise the level within the MIN and MAX range Refer to Adding engine oil in this
217. o the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions 210 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed contact a professional towing service or if you are a member of a roadside assistance program your roadside assistance service provider It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment the front wheels drive wheels must be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transmission If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle 211 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle without access to wheel dollies car hauling trailer or flatbed transport vehicle your vehicle regardless of transmission powertrain configuration can be flat towed all wheels on the ground under the following conditions e Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward di
218. of the warranty The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories Not all accessories are available for all models For a complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle please contact your dealer or visit our online store at www fordaccessories com Exterior style Bug shields Chrome exhaust tips Deflectors Graphics kit Fog lights Splash guards Spoilers Sport stripes Wheels Interior style Ambient lighting kit Electrochromic compass temperature interior mirrors Floor mats Lighted sill plates 265 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Accessories Lifestyle Ash cup smoker s package Cargo organization and management Peace of mind Keyless entry keypad Remote start Vehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle e When adding accessories equipment passengers and luggage to your vehicle do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label Consult your authorized dealer for specific weight information e The Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio t
219. omponents and includes many high tech items BaseCare Covers 84 components PowertrainCare Covers 29 critical components Ford ESP is honored by all Ford Lincoln and Mercury Dealers in the U S and Canada It s the only extended service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company That means you get e Reliable quality service anywhere you go e Factory trained technicians e Genuine Ford and Motorcraft Parts Rental car reimbursement If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs you are eligible for rental car coverage including Bumper to Bumper warranty repairs or manufacturer s recalls Transferable coverage If you sell your vehicle before your Ford ESP coverage expires you can transfer any remaining coverage to the new owner Whenever you re ready to sell your car prospective buyers may feel better about taking a risk on your used vehicle Ford ESP may add resale value Plus exclusive 24 7 roadside assistance including e Towing flat tire change and battery jump starts e Out of fuel and lock out assistance e Travel expense reimbursement for lodging meals and rental car e Destination assistance for taxi shuttle rental car coverage and emergency transportation 267 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Ford Extended Service Plan Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill the cost of parts and labor can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP S
220. on move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired position 3 While holding the steering wheel in place pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving ELECTRONIC COMPASS IF EQUIPPED The compass heading is displayed in the Center Integrated Display CID The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antenna Magnetic or metallic objects placed in on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the compass still appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass calibration adjustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones A correct zone setting will eliminate this error Refer to Compass zone adjustment 56 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Compass zone adjustment 1 Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map 2 Turn ignition to the on position 3 Press and hol
221. ong household detergents or soap such as dish washing or laundry liquid These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces e Never wash a vehicle that is hot to the touch or during exposure to strong direct sunlight e Always use a clean sponge or car wash mitt with plenty of water for best results e Dry the vehicle with a chamois or soft terry cloth towel in order to eliminate water spotting e It is especially important to wash the vehicle regularly during the winter months as dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and cause damage to the vehicle e Immediately remove items such as gasoline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 which is available from your authorized dealer e Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash e Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible Exterior chrome e Wash the vehicle first using cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo such as Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A e Use Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC 15 available from your authorized dealer Apply the product as you would a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts allow the cleaner to dry for a few minutes then wipe off the haze w
222. ons When this occurs the vehicle will still operate However e The engine power will be limited e The air conditioning system will be disabled Continued operation will increase the engine temperature e The engine will completely shut down e Steering and braking effort will increase Once the engine temperature cools the engine can be re started Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize engine damage When fail safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail safe mode so drive the vehicle with caution The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed operation and the engine will run rough Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage therefore 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine 2 Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer 3 If this is not possible wait a short period for the engine to cool 4 Check the coolant level and replenish if low WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot 5 Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible FUEL FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank
223. or quick reference In the United States this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment In Canada the card is found in the Customer Information Guide in the glove compartment U S Ford Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance call 1 800 241 3673 Canadian customers who require roadside assistance call 1 800 665 2006 If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles 56 km To obtain reimbursement information U S Ford Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 800 241 3673 Customers will be asked to submit their original receipts Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information call 1 800 665 2006 HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flasher is located on the steering column just behind the steering wheel The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in Y any position or if the key is not in the ignition A Press in the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash Press the flasher control again to turn them off Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists 191 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Note With extended use the flasher may run down your battery FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH This device
224. orward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back WARNING Always transport children 12 years old and under in a rear seating position and always properly use appropriate child restraints 97 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the passenger front airbag The system is designed to help protect small child size occupants from airbag deployments when they are improperly seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contrary to proper child seating or restraint usage recommendations Even with this technology parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat The sensor also turns off the airbag when the passenger seat is empty to prevent unnecessary replacement of the airbag s after a collision When the front passenger seat is occupied and the sensing system has turned off the passenger s frontal airbag the pass airbag off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is off See Front passenger sensing system in the Airbag supplemental restraints SRS section of this chapter Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag dep
225. osition 4 Remove the previously programmed coded key from the ignition 5 After three seconds but within 10 seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key insert the other previously programmed coded key into the ignition 6 Turn the ignition from the 1 off position to the 3 on position Keep the ignition in the 3 on position for at least one second but not more than 10 seconds 7 Turn the ignition to the 1 off position 8 Remove the previously programmed coded key from the ignition 9 After three seconds but within twenty seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key insert the unprogrammed key new valet key into the ignition 10 Turn the ignition from the 1 off position to the 3 on position Keep the ignition in the 3 on position for at least one second but no more than 10 seconds 11 Your new unprogrammed key is now programmed If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out 80 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security If the key was not successfully programmed it will not start your vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off or stay on for more than three seconds If failure repeats bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key s programmed To program additional new unprogrammed key s
226. osure to ambient light The T shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door lid or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps WARNING Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child s reach Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury Children should be taught not to play in vehicles Locks and Security 2 WARNING Do not leave children unreliable adults or animals unattended in the vehicle On hot days the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat related injuries including brain damage Small children are particularly at risk 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is
227. otect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection 223 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Cleaning e Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces e Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish of the instrument panel interior trim and cluster lens WARNING Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system If a staining liquid like coffee juice has been spilled on the instrument panel or on interior trim surfaces clean as follows 1 Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean white cotton cloth 2 Wipe the surface with a damp clean white cotton cloth For more thorough cleaning use a mild soap and water solution If the spot cannot be completely cleaned by this method the area may be cleaned using a commercially available cleaning product designed for automotive interiors 3 If necessary apply more soap and water solution or cleaning product to a clean white cotton cloth and press the cloth onto the soiled area allow this to set at room temperature for 30 minutes 4 Remove the soaked cloth and if it is not soiled badly use this cloth to clean the area by using a rubbing motion for 60 seconds 5 Following this wipe
228. ous injury or death to your child 125 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size height weight or Recommended age restraint type Infants or Children weighing 40 Ib 18 kg or Use a child safety seat less generally age four or sometimes called an younger infant carrier convertible seat or toddler seat Children who have outgrown or no Use a belt positioning longer properly fit in a child safety booster seat seat generally children who are less than 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall are greater than age four 4 and less than age twelve 12 and between 40 Ib 18 kg and 80 Ib 36 kg and upward to 100 Ib 45 kg if recommended by your child restraint manufacturer Children who have outgrown or no Use a vehicle safety longer properly fit in a belt having the lap belt belt positioning booster seat snug and low across generally children who are at the hips shoulder belt least 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters centered across the tall or greater than 80 Ib 36 kg shoulder and chest and or 100 Ib 45 kg if recommended seatback upright by child restraint manufacturer e You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the U S and Canada e Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 ft
229. out stretching e Make certain that the extension cord is in excellent condition not patched or spliced Store your extension cord indoors at temperatures above 32 F 0 C Outdoor conditions can deteriorate extension cords over a period of time e To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Also ensure that the block heater especially the cord is in good condition before use e Make sure that when in operation the extension cord plug engine block heater cord plug connection is free and clear of water in order to prevent possible shock or fire e Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear of all combustibles such as petroleum products dust rags paper and similar items 175 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving e Be sure that the engine block heater heater cord and extension cord are solidly connected A poor connection can cause the cord to become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire Be sure to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately a half hour e Finally have the engine block heater system checked during your fall tune up to be sure it s in good working order How to use the engine block heater Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use To clean them use a dry cloth Depen
230. paid or payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 18 000 miles 29 000 km whichever occurs first 1 Two or more repair attempts are made on the same non conformity likely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle OR 3 The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days not necessarily all at one time In the case of 1 or 2 above the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE B Dearborn MI 48126 215 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Customer Assistance THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU BBB AUTO LINE PROGRAM U S ONLY Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three step procedure outlined on the first page of the Custome
231. position has a low seat back or no head restraint a backless booster seat may place your child s head as measured at the tops of the ears above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap shoulder belts or consider using a high back booster seat High back booster seats If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child s head a high back booster seat would be a better choice 141 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Children and booster seats vary in size and shape Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips never up across the stomach and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder The drawings below compare the ideal fit center to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder The drawings below also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child s hips If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat Check with the booster seat manufacturer s instructions The importance of shoulder
232. quipped 0 The fog lamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is in theZD orP position and the high beams are not turned on With the key in the on position pull the headlamp control towards you to turn fog lamps on The fog lamp indicator light D on the headlamp control will illuminate High beams ZD Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Pull the lever towards you to deactivate 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus 45 Lights Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output To activate e the ignition must be in the on position and e the headlamp control is in the off or parking lamp position WARNING Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation Move the control to the full upright position past detent to turn on the interior lamps 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000
233. r s door vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a Tire Label Look for THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX Ib for maximum payload The payload listed on the Tire Label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant If any aftermarket or authorized dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the new payload WARNING The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity how much space is available or by payload capacity how much weight the vehicle should carry Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle do not add more cargo even if there is space available Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover 164 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Example only Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight Tires Wheels and Loading TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION SEATING CAPACITY TOTALS FRONT2 REAR3 The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX Ibs sorore MANUAL FOR 200 KPA 29 PS ADDITIONAL SPARE T145 80D16 420KPA 6o PS INFORMATION P225 60R17 200 KPA 29 PSI XXX XX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TIRE AN
234. r Assistance section you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program The BBB AUTO LINE program consists of two parts mediation and arbitration During mediation a representative of the BBB will contact both you and Ford Motor Company to explore options for settlement of the claim If an agreement is not reached during mediation and your claim is eligible you may participate in the arbitration process An arbitration hearing will be scheduled so that you can present your case in an informal setting before an impartial person The arbitrator will consider the testimony provided and make a decision after the hearing You are not bound by the decision but should you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program are usually decided within forty days after you file your claim with the BBB BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You will be asked for your name and address general information about your new vehicle information about your warranty concerns and any steps you have already taken to try to resolve them A Customer Claim Form will be mailed that will need to be completed signed and returned to the BBB along with proof of ownership Upon receipt the BBB will review the claim for eligibility under the Program Summary Guidelines You can get
235. raint and can be restrained properly then restrain the child in the child safety seat or with the belt positioning booster Remember that child seats and belt positioning boosters vary and may be designed to fit children of different heights ages and weights Children who are too large for child safety seats or belt positioning boosters as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always properly wear safety belts SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Infant and or toddler seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child When installing a child safety seat e Review and follow the information presented in the Azrbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this chapter e Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active airbag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the vehicle seat all the way back Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat 129 2010 Focus foc Owners Guid
236. ransmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician e Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use e To avoid interference with other vehicle functions such as anti lock braking systems amateur radio users who install radios and antennas onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in the area of the driver s side hood e Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability 266 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Ford Extended Service Plan FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS More than 30 million Ford Lincoln and Mercury owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford ESP It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company and provides peace of mind protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage Up to 500 Covered Vehicle Components There are four new vehicle Extended Service Plans with different levels of coverage Ask you dealer for details PremiumCare Our most comprehensive coverage With over 500 covered components this plan is so complete that we generally only discuss what s not covered ExtraCare Covers 113 c
237. rated Note If the bulb is accidentally touched it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used 51 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Lights Replacing front parking lamp turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood 2 Remove four push pins from the radiator grille and pull the grille forward to access the lower screw 3 Remove three bolts and washers from the headlamp assembly 4 Carefully pull the headlamp assembly up and away from the vehicle to disengage the spring clip located on the bottom of the headlamp assembly 5 Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 6 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing side marker bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood 2 Remove four push pins from the radiator grille and pull the grille forward to access the lower screw 3 Remove three bolts and washers from the headlamp assembly 4 Carefully pull the headlamp assembly up and away from the vehicle to disengage the spring clip located on the bottom of the headlamp assembly 52 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus 5 Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 6 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install the new bu
238. re the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle MEA A 100 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 2 To unfasten press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle P ae s C Energy management feature e This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision e This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The front passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph 8 km h or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remov
239. reached 80 mph 130 km h e Visual warnings are displayed followed by a chime when a preselected vehicle speed of 45 55 or 65 mph 75 90 or 105 km h is exceeded e The maximum volume of the audio system is limited to 45 MYKEY VOLUME LIMITED will be displayed in the radio or if equipped navigation screen when attempting to exceed the limited volume 81 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security e The AdvanceTrac system cannot be turned off When this optional setting is on the MyKey user will not be able to deactivate the system Note It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac system if the vehicle is stuck in snow mud or sand Create a MyKey To program MyKey on one of the keys programmed to the vehicle insert the key that you want to make a MyKey into the ignition Turn the ignition on Use the message center buttons to do the following 1 Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY is displayed 2 Press and release the RESET button HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM MYKEY will be displayed 3 Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until MARK THIS AS RESTRICTED is displayed 4 Wait until KEY RESTRICTED AT NEXT START is displayed MyKey is successfully programmed Make sure you label it so you can distinguish it from the Admin keys Note To program the optional settings go to step 2 in the Programming MyKey Optional Settings section If your vehicle
240. rection e Place the transmission in N Neutral Refer to Brake shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N Neutral e Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph 56 km h e Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 km 212 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Customer Assistance GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorized Ford Lincoln or Mercury dealer While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction Please note that certain warranty repairs require special training and or equipment so not all authorized dealers are authorized to perform all warranty repairs This means that depending on the warranty repair needed you may have to take your vehicle to another authorized dealer A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to find the nearest authorized dealer In the United States Mailing address Ford Motor Compa
241. rgencies 3 If equipped with a 6 spoke wheel cover that s bolted on remove the four plastic nuts by turning counterclockwise 1 4 turn for access to the lug nuts Note To avoid damage to the wheel cover the 6 spoke wheel cover cannot be removed until the tire is off the vehicle 4 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground 5 The vehicle jacking points are depicted on the yellow warning label on the jack shown here 4 door model shown 2 door model similar Depending on which tire is to be changed put the jack approximately 7 inches 18 cm from the front wheel opening 1 or approximately 17 inches 43 cm from the rear wheel opening 2 Jack at the specified locations to avoid damage to the vehicle 203 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies WARNING To lessen the risk of personal injury do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 6 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 7 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 8 Lower the wheel by turning the jack ha
242. rical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 206 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery 207 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Note Do not attach the negative cable to fuel lines engine rocker covers the intake manifold or electrical components as grounding points WAR
243. riving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating see your authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems try a different brand of unleaded gasoline If the problems persist see your authorized dealer Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating These products have not been approved for your engine and could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty Many of the world s automakers approved the World Wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle Gasolines that meet the World Wide Fuel Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World Wide Fuel Charter Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel e You may need to cycle t
244. rmation not Artist information not available available at this time on this channel The system is working properly 40 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems Radio Display Action Required NO TEXT Song title information Song title information not available not available at this time on this channel The system is working properly NO TEXT Category information Category information not available not available at this time on this channel The system is working properly NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from You are in a location the SIRIUS satellite that is blocking the or SIRIUS tower to SIRIUS signal i e the vehicle antenna tunnel under an overpass dense foliage etc The system is working properly When you move into an open area the signal should return UPDATING Update of channel No action required The programming in process may take up to progress three minutes CALL SIRIUS Satellite service has Call SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 been deactivated by 1 888 539 7474 to SIRIUS satellite re activate or resolve radio subscription issues SYNC IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC a hands free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features For more information please refer to the SYNC supplement 41 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND
245. rom your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters you can either reprogram them yourself or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming 76 J 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters maximum of four available before beginning this procedure If all remote entry transmitters are not present during the programming procedure the transmitters that are not present during programming will no longer operate the vehicle Note Ensure the brake pedal is not pressed during this sequence To reprogram the remote entry transmitters 1 Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked 2 Put the key in the ignition 3 Turn the key from the 1 off 3 position to 3 on 4 Cycle eight times rapidly within N 4 10 seconds between the 1 off position and 3 on Note The eighth turn must end in the 3 on position 5 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been activated 6 Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter Note If more than 20 seconds have passed you w
246. rp if autounlock was activated 7 Turn the ignition to the off position The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete 71 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS e When these locks are set the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside e The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors e Insert the key and turn to the lock position key horizontal to engage the childproof locks Insert the key and turn to the unlock position key vertical to disengage the childproof locks INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle 72 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus To open the luggage compartment door lid from within the luggage compartment pull the illuminated T shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exp
247. rshift lever and See d securely latch it in P Park WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this position D Drive with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy Transmission operates in gears one through four 185 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving D Drive without Overdrive Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the side of the gearshift lever This position allows for all forward gears 1 3 except overdrive Provides engine braking Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O D to other gears Examples heavy city traffic where continuous shifting in and out of overdrive occurs hilly terrain heavy loads trailer towing and when engine braking is required O D OFF lamp in the instrument 0 D cluster is illuminated OFF To return to O D overdrive mode press the transmission control switch The O D OFF lamp in the instrument cluster will not be illum
248. runk press the control on the driver s side kick panel located below the instrument panel a 67 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Locks and Security KEYS One key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency Your keys are programmed to your vehicle using a non programmed key will not permit your vehicle to start If you lose your authorized dealer supplied keys replacement keys are available through your authorized dealer Refer to the SecuriLock passive anti theft system section later in this chapter for more information POWER DOOR LOCKS e Press the c control to unlock all doors ds e Press the e control to lock all doors c Smart locks This feature helps to prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition When you open one of the front doors and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control on the driver or passenger door trim panel all the doors will lock then all doors will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition The vehicle can still be locked with the key in the ignition by locking the driver s door with a key or using the lock control on the remote entry key fob If both front doors are closed the vehicle can be locked from any method regardless of whether the key is in the ignition or not 68 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide
249. rve you better please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center e Vehicle Identification Number VIN e Your telephone number home and business e The name of the authorized dealer and city where located e The vehicle s current odometer reading In some states you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state s warranty laws Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states 214 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Customer Assistance In the United States a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act or to the extent allowed by state law before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights or other rights which are independent of the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws IN CALIFORNIA U S ONLY California Civil Code Section 1793 2 d requires that if a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of attempts the manufacturer shall be required to either replace the vehicle with one substantially identical or repurchase the vehicle and reimburse the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price
250. s jo qunoure au senroedeo Jafooo Areyrxne sout Sur ooo QZIS SIo 0OO 9 T ulo3sKs SUT OOD pm uorssrursueg pue uorjeor dde o orqoA uo poseq AIA ILM sonroedeo Jer penjoe uro3s4s Sur ooo pm uorssrusue1 Surpnpout Ajroedeo pg Arp ejeumxoaddy ping 9 eTjuo2uo cV 9IH8IA HSM p p u 70 ToyseM PPUSPUM E ee UMMUIIY g Je194030 A se jjo dor J9USeA p 9ISDUTA p104 1oqumwN Hed piod 10 oureN ed p10 260 Owners Guide 1st Printing 2010 Focus foc USA fus Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE DATA Engine 20LI4engne y O Ignition system 10 0 1 Spark plug gap 051 inch 002 1 8 mm 05 261 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Engine drivebelt routing IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO 1 DATE XX XX GVWR XXXXXLB XXXXXKG that z Safety Comp liance FRONT GAWR XXXL REARGAWR XXXXL Certification Label be affixed to a wm WITH vehicle and prescribe where the one Safety Compliance Certification PS CDU PSI COLD Label may be located The Safety THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MO SAN VEHICLE SAFETY AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN Compliance Certification Label 1S EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE located on the structure B Pillar M I a b
251. s lit it is possible that the person isn t sitting properly in the seat If this happens e Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full upright position e Have the person sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with the person s legs comfortably extended 115 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints e Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger s frontal airbag e If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat Pass Airbag Off Disabled Small child in child Lit Disabled safety seat or booster Small child with safety Lit Disabled belt buckled or unbuckled WARNING Even with Advanced Restraints Systems children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on safety belts it s very important that they continue to sit properly A properly seated occupant sits upright leaning against the seat back and centered on the seat cushion with their feet comfortably extended on the floor Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet
252. se Amp Protected circuits i Rating lt m Not used spare Door lock sunroof switch illumination Auto dimming rear view mirror Ambient lighting 42 10A Not used spare 47 30A circuit Sunroof Power windows breaker 48 Delayed accessory relay Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads WARNING Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses WARNING To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter 196 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the inside of the passenger compartment fuse panel cover The high current fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Protected circuits ieee ee ee 30A 20A 20A 10A Powertrain control module PCM
253. seat has been installed using either the safety belt the lower anchors of the LATCH system or both you can attach the top tether strap Perform the following steps to install a child safety seat with tether anchors 1 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat For vehicles with adjustable head restraints route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback 138 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 2 Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position 3 Open the tether anchor cover 4 Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 5 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use Ford also recommends its use Child booster seats The belt positioning booster booster seat is used to improve the fit of the vehicle safety belt Children outgrow a typical child seat e g convertible or toddler seat when they weigh about 40 lb 18
254. seats in order to minimize the risk of interfering with the AdvanceTrac sensors Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac system could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death WARNING Remember that even advanced technology cannot defy the laws of physics It s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions Aggressive driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage Activation of the AdvanceTrac system is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road this could reduce the operator s ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If your AdvanceTrac system activates SLOW DOWN WARNING If a failure has been detected within the AdvanceTrac system the sliding car icon n will illuminate steadily Verify that the AdvanceTrac system is not manually disabled press the AdvanceTrac Off button located on the center of the instrument panel If the sliding car icon n still illuminates steadily have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately Your vehicle may be equipped with the AdvanceTrac system The AdvanceTrac system provides the following stability enhancement features for cer
255. sed risk of loss of vehicle control injury or death 199 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel then it is intended for temporary use only This means that if you need to use it you should replace it as soon as possible with a road tire wheel that is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged it should be replaced rather than repaired A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels and can be one of three types 1 T type mini spare This spare tire begins with the letter T for tire size and may have Temporary Use Only molded in the sidewall 2 Full size dissimilar spare with label on wheel This spare tire has a label on the wheel that states THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above do not e Exceed 50 mph 80 km h e Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label e Tow a trailer e Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire e Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time e Use commercial car washing equipment e Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tir
256. shine e Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water e Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or covers e Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your wheel rims or covers Chemical strength cleaners or cleaning chemicals in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt could wear away the clearcoat finish over time e Do not use hydrofluoric acid based or high caustic based wheel cleaners steel wool fuels or strong household detergent e To remove tar and grease use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 available from your authorized dealer 221 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Cleaning ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal When washing e Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage e Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components e Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean In Canada use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo CXC 66 A e Never wash or rinse
257. shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode 102 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belts with locking cinch tongue rear center position only The locking cinch tongue will slide up and down the belt webbing when the belt is in the stowed position or while putting safety belts on When the locking cinch tongue of the lap shoulder combination safety belt is latched into the buckle the cinch tongue will allow the lap portion to become shorter but locks the webbing in place to restrict it from becoming longer Before you can reach and latch a combination lap and shoulder belt having a cinch tongue into the buckle you may have to lengthen the lap belt portion of it 1 To lengthen the lap belt pull some webbing out of the shoulder belt retractor 2 While holding the webbing below the tongue grasp the tip metal portion of the tongue so that it is parallel to the webbing and slide the tongue upward 3 Provide enough lap belt length so that the tongue can reach the buckle How to fasten the cinch tongue 1 Pull the combination lap and shoulder belt from the retractor so that the shoulder belt portion of the safety belt crosses your shoulder and chest 2 Be sure the belt is not twisted If the belt is twisted remove the twist 3 Insert the belt tongue into
258. ssories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 8 10 miles 12 16 km of driving Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal Close windows for high speed driving 249 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications EPA fuel economy estimates Every new vehicle should have a sticker on the window called the Monroney Label which contains EPA fuel economy estimates Contact your authorized dealer if the Monroney Label is not supplied with your vehicle The EPA fuel economy estimates should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly e Use only the specified fuel listed e Avoid running out of fuel e D
259. st fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions When the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter 2 Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission e Make sure the parking brake is set 0 172 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving e Make sure the gearshift is in P Park If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission 1 Make sure the parking brake is set 2 Press the clutch pedal to the floor e Turn the key to 3 on without gt turning the key to 4 start 8 Some warning lights will briefly illuminate See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights 173 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving Starting the engine 1 Turn the key to 3 on without turning the key to 4 start 2 Turn the key to 4 start then O 4 release the key as soon as the engine begins
260. st three closing cycles with bounce back active For example Bounce back can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the moon roof or seals 66 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls To vent the moon roof Press and release the TILT control the moon roof will move to the vent position automatically from any moon roof position Press the switch again to stop the moon roof Pull and hold the TILT control to close the moon roof The moon roof has a built in sliding shade that can be manually opened or closed when the glass panel is shut To close the shade pull it toward the front of the vehicle Relearning function In case the moon roof does not close properly anymore follow this relearning procedure e Tilt the moon roof into the vent position as far as possible Release the switch Press and hold the same switch again for 30 seconds until you see the moon roof move Release the switch and immediately press and hold it again The moon roof will close open fully and then close again Do not release the switch before the moon roof has reached the closed position for the second time Safety mode If the system detects a malfunction it enters a safety mode The moon roof will move about 0 5 seconds at a time and then stop again Press the switch repeatedly until the moon roof is closed Have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL To open the t
261. sult in engine overheating and possible engine damage Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant since a Ford approved recycling process is not yet available d Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle s cooling system can hold refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates less than 34 F 36 C e It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 5096 239 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications e NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 e Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60 will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage e Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates e It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40 e NEVER decrease the coola
262. t between the cushion and seatback Follow the child seat manufacturer s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments Follow the instructions on attaching child safety seats with tether straps Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown WARNING Never attach two child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break causing serious injury or death 136 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Depending on where you secure a child restraint and depending on the child restraint design you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and or LATCH lower anchors rendering those features potentially unusable To avoid risk of injury occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained Use of inboard lower anchors from the outboard seating positions center seating use The lower anchors at the center of the second row rear seat are spaced 450 mm 18 inches apart The standardized spacing for LATCH lower anchors is 280 mm 11 inches center to center A child seat with rigid LATCH attachments cannot be installed at the center seating position LATCH compatible child seats with attachments on
263. t Minder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled The Belt Minder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts All statistics based on U S data Reasons given Consider Crashes are rare events 36700 crashes occur every day The more we drive the more we are exposed to rare events even for good drivers 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime Tm not going far 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles 40 km of home Belts are uncomfortable We design our safety belts to enhance comfort If you are uncomfortable try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible this can improve comfort was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 4596 in cars
264. t Printing USA fus Introduction WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road The driver s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so EXPORT UNIQUE NON UNITED STATES CANADA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner s Guide A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book By referring to the market unique supplement if provided you can properly identify those features recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle This Owner s Guide is written primarily for the U S and Canadian Markets Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export Refer to this Owner s Guide for all other required information and warnings 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert Fasten Safety Belt Airbag Side Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Sta
265. t of a sudden stop or collision 95 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag related injuries The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety System consists of e Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints e Front safety belts with pretensioners energy management retractors and safety belt usage sensors e Driver s seat position sensor e Front crash severity sensor e Front passenger sensing system e Passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp e Restraints Control Module RCM with impact and safing sensors e Restraint system warning light and back up tone e The electrical wiring for the airbags crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt usage sensors driver seat position sensor and indicator lights How does the Personal Safety System work The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle s safety devices according to crash severity and conditions A collection of cr
266. t run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking WARNING If your vehicle is stuck in snow mud sand etc do not rapidly spin the tires spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds WARNING Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 56 km h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there s always the possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway Drive slowly to the closest safe area out of traffic This may further damage the flat tire but your safety is more important If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving or you suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged immediately reduce your speed Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road Stop and inspect the tires for damage If a tire is under inflated or damaged deflate it remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you re driving the wheels may be out of alignment Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodi
267. tain driving situations e Traction Control TCS which functions to help avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction e Electronic Stability Control ESC which functions to help avoid skids or lateral slides 179 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving The AdvanceTrac system automatically enables each time the engine is started All features of the AdvanceTrac system TCS and ESC are active and monitor the vehicle from start up However the system will only intervene if the driving situation requires it The AdvanceTrac system includes an AdvanceTrac Off button on the center of the instrument panel n and a sliding car icon a in the instrument cluster The sliding car icon n in the instrument cluster will illuminate temporarily during start up as part of a normal system self check or during driving if a driving situation causes the AdvanceTrac system to operate If the sliding car icon n illuminates steadily verify that the AdvanceTrac system is not manually disabled by pressing the AdvanceTrac Off button located on the center stack of the instrument panel If the sliding car icon n remains steadily illuminated have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately If equipped with a message center the vehicle will also indicate a failure with the AdvanceTrac system Note If the system cannot be turned off refer to MyKey in the Locks and Secur
268. tes a type of tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association T amp RA that is intended for temporary service on cars SUVs minivans and light trucks 2 145 Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall Z oy ON 1S4 09 OL O 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Location of the tire label You will find a Tire Label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the 158 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for
269. the original tires listed on the tire placard and they must be installed on all four wheels Mixing tires of different size or construction on your vehicle can adversely affect your vehicle s handling and braking and may lead to loss of vehicle control WARNING Do not use snow chains or cables on this vehicle as they may cause damage to your vehicle which may lead to loss of vehicle control VEHICLE LOADING This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance Before loading your vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle s weight ratings from the vehicle s Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment It does not include passengers cargo or optional equipment Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment 163 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading PAYLOAD Payload is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the Tire Label on the B Pillar or the edge of the drive
270. the proper buckle for your seating position until you hear a snap and feel it latch 4 Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on the tongue WARNING The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips not across the waist WARNING Front and rear seat occupants including pregnant women should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident 103 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person While you are fastened in the safety belt the combination lap shoulder belt with a cinch tongue adjusts to your movement However if you brake hard turn hard or if your vehicle receives an impact of 8 km h 5 mph or more the safety belt will become locked and help reduce your forward movement Front safety belt height adjustment Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder To adjust the shoulder belt height yy squeeze the buttons and slide the gt height adjuster up or down Release th
271. those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occ
272. ting temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete If the vehicle is still not ready for I M testing the above driving cycle will have to be repeated 252 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications POWER STEERING FLUID Check the fluid Refer to scheduled maintenance information 1 Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Turn the steering wheel left and right several times 3 Turn the engine off 4 Check the fluid level 5 If the fluid is below the MIN line add fluid in small amounts until it reaches the correct level between the MIN and MAX lines Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type BRAKE CLUTCH FLUID Brake and clutch systems are supplied from the same reservoir The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when the brake components are replaced Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines are within the normal operating range there is no need to add fluid If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the performance of the system could be compromised seek service from your authorized dealer immediately TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and c
273. tion about the tire brand and manufacturing plant tire size and date of manufacture Also referred to as DOT code e Inflation pressure A measure of the amount of air in a tire e Standard load A class of P metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi 37 psi 2 5 bar for Metric tires Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire s load carrying capability e Extra load A class of P metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 41 psi 43 psi 2 9 bar for Metric tires 145 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire s load carrying capability e kPa Kilopascal a metric unit of air pressure e PSI Pounds per square inch a standard unit of air pressure e Cold inflation pressure The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an hour or more and prior to the vehicle being driven for 1 mile 1 6 km e Recommended inflation pressure The cold inflation pressure found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door e B pillar The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door e Bead area of the tire Area of the tire next to the rim e Sidewall of the tire Area between the bead area and the tr
274. tires space saver or temporary use spare tires light truck or LT type tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 175 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AAAB C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance 144 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahea
275. to be adjusted 47 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Lights 5 Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp then use a Phillips amp 2 screwdriver or 10 mm Mui wrench socket to adjust the headlamp up or down 6 Close the hood and turn off the lamps AX HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON ADJUSTABLE TURN SIGNAL CONTROL 4 e Push down to activate the left turn signal e Push up to activate the right turn signal Y INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps To turn on the map lamps press the outer edge of the clear lens The map lamp lights when e any door is opened e the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off 48 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Lights Rear dome lamp When the lamp control is in the middle position the rear dome lamp will come on when a door is opened or the unlock button is pressed on the remote keyless entry If the control is moved to the driver side position the lamp will not come on at all If the control is moved to the passenger side position the lamp will stay on Ambient lighting if equipped Illuminates four footwells and three cupholders with a choice of several colors The ambient lighting control a switch is located on the instrument m panel To activate press and release the control to cycle through the color c
276. tor lamp will illuminate for a short period of time when the ignition is turned to the on position to confirm it is functional When the front passenger seat is not occupied empty seat or in the event that the front passenger frontal airbag is enabled may inflate the indicator lamp will be unlit The front passenger sensing system is designed to disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag when a rear facing infant seat a forward facing child restraint or a booster seat is detected e When the front passenger sensing system disables will not inflate the front passenger frontal airbag the indicator lamp will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled e If the child restraint has been installed and the indicator lamp is not lit then turn the vehicle off remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s instructions The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat e When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passenger frontal airbag may inflate the indicator will be unlit and stay unlit If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger s seat but the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp i
277. trical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running 3 On all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 4 Start cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system This system meets all Canadian interference causing equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter WARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage WARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire WARNING Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas Exhaust fumes can be toxic Always open the garage door before you start the engine See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions 171 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving 4 WARNING If you smell exhau
278. ts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle e Do not work on a hot engine e When the engine is running make sure that loose clothing jewelry or long hair does not get caught in moving parts e Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation e Keep all open flames and other burning cigarettes material away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must relearn its idle condition before your vehicle will drive properly as explained in Battery in this section Working with the engine off e Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels e Manual transmission 1 Set the parking brake press and hold the clutch pedal place the gearshift in 1 First and release the clutch pedal 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels 227 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on e Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Block the wheels e Manual transmission 1 Set the parking brake press and hold the clutch pedal place the gearshift in N Neutral
279. uide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation After airbag deployment it is normal to notice a smoke like powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder to lubricate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the airbag Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries contact with a deploying airbag may also cause abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because airbags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation WARNING If the air bag has deployed the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision The SRS
280. ult passengers should check for any objects lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat e Remove the obstruction s if found e Restart the vehicle e Wait at least two minutes and verify that the airbag readiness lamp is no longer illuminated e If the airbag readiness lamp remains illuminated this may or may not be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistamce section of this owner s guide WARNING Any alteration modification to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system Determining if the system is operational The supplemental restraint system uses a warning indicator light in the instrument cluster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required 118 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following e The readiness light same light ee for front and side airbag system 9 wil
281. up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system resulting in serious injury or death in a crash Always sit upright against your seatback with your feet on the floor The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat cushion For most objects that are in the front passenger seat the passenger airbag will be disabled Even though the passenger airbag is disabled the pass airbag off lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below 116 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Small i e three ring Unlit Disabled binder small purse bottled water Medium i e heavy Lit Disabled briefcase fully packed luggage Empty seat or small Lit Disabled to medium object with safety belt buckled If you think that the status of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is incorrect check for the following e Objects lodged underneath the seat e Objects between the seat cushion and the center console if equipped e Objects hanging off the seat back e Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket if equipped e Objects placed on the occupant s lap e Cargo interference with the seat e Other passengers pushing or pulling on the seat
282. ur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation WARNING The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using a tire gauge see Inflating your tires in this chapter Failure to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire failure loss of control vehicle rollover and personal injury 159 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Changing tires with TPMS Each road tire is equipped with a tire pressure sensor located inside the tire wheel cavity The pressure sensor is attached to the valve stem The pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is not visible unless the tire is removed Care must be taken when
283. use engine damage from corrosion overheating or freezing e Do not use alcohol methanol brine or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze coolant Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing e Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the FULL COLD level For all other vehicles which have a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with an overflow system follow these steps to add engine coolant WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap The cooling system is under pressure steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by following these steps 1 Before you begin turn the engine off and let it cool 2 When the engine is cool wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir a translucent plastic bottle Slowly turn cap counterclockwise left unt
284. ust be marked with an authorized D O T for North America to ensure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time High mount brake lamp To replace all instrument panel lights see your authorized dealer Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently 50 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood 2 Remove four push pins from the radiator grille and pull the grille forward to access the lower screw 3 Remove three bolts and washers from the headlamp assembly 4 Carefully pull the headlamp assembly up and away from the vehicle to disengage the spring clip located on the bottom of the headlamp assembly 5 Disconnect electrical connector from the bulb 6 Remove bulb from the headlamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise then pull it straight out Install the new bulb in reverse order WARNING Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb by only its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are ope
285. ust exercise care when using the seat heater The seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion because this may cause the seat heater to overheat Do not puncture the seat with pins needles or other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element which may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury Note Do not do the following e Place heavy objects on the seat e Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat Allow the seat to dry thoroughly To operate the heated seats e Press the button located on the instrument panel to activate e Press again to deactivate Q vl The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the on position and the engine is running The system automatically shuts off after 10 minutes 93 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Tip slide front passenger seat if equipped Lift the control and fold the seatback forward The seat can be slid forward to allow easier entry to the rear seats Slide the seat back and fold back the seatback until it locks with a distinct click Rock the seat to ensure that the catch is securely engaged WARNING Do not place objects behind the seat which could prevent the engageme
286. uthorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used 257 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 270060 cW dQSA S SWLX NT eNOOSIN NIO 0LLLX q 860IA HSH S X 40 y DX IV 8909 SS 10 W G9O9IN SSM O T Wd uornvogr odg po 1oqumw Hed prog pma uoissrursueJ Tenueyy onouquAg MMA 93J8124030 A e LV AT eNOOSSIIN 10199 pry YLIN syrenb 6 9 UOISSTUISUBI oneuromy queorniqnrT xoor pue Sqpen yeas Ye JUNIJ yore pooy Arerrxne qoer pooy uo1e 100q CI6 D peeds g pmg sjrenb Q z UOTSSTUISUBT enum oseaJ1r osodanq nmygyq m pma JIOAIOSOI peddmbo jt pmg yomp pue pmp exexg yeaIg PHA J030 A LOG Vuewropodq ud e be USH 9J8191010 N NIW 19g queyeamby K3roede oom O IO WEN Hed p104 10 S3lLIOVdVO ANY SNOILVOIJIO3dS LONGOYd 39NVN3INIVIN ci 8 Owners Guide 1st Printing 2010 Focus foc USA fus 259 IIOAIOSOI UO SOUI AIV A eNOOHSN voy pue NIN A eNODOUIIN ping Suuoojs IaMog Maintenance and Specifications WO S LX 90 LEA6EI SSM I VIA IV ISHA46 SSM TL94 JIEN UOLO IdV pu V 0S60ZN SS
287. visible for hours e Avoid inhaling fuel vapors Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation In severe cases excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury 242 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications e Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury e Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation e Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline vapors or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness may result If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction WARNING When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smoke while refueling Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous un
288. will either flash or stay lit e The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on e A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at your authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision SOS Post Crash Alert System The system automatically flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the horn three times at four second intervals in the event of a serious impact that deploys an airbag front side side curtain or Safety Canopy or the safety belt pretensioners The system can be turned off when any one of the following actions are taken by the driver or any other person e pressing the hazard control button e or pressing the panic button on the remote entry transmitter 124 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles including pretensioners Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children Also see Airbag supplemental restraint syst
289. ximately one minute e Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off 3 For the seating position being disabled buckle then unbuckle the safety belt nine times at a moderate speed ending in the unbuckled state e After Step 3 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds 4 Within approximately seven seconds of the light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt e This will disable the Belt Minder feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled As confirmation the safety belt warning light will flash one time per second for three seconds e This will enable the Belt Minder feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled As confirmation the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds followed by three seconds with the light off then followed by the safety belt warning light flashing one time per second for three seconds again 109 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries WARNING Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is the
290. y the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s ll ll Il Jl Ill lI door EXTPNT XX RCXX DSO WB BRK TINTTR PPS R TALE TR SPR XXXXX XXX X X X XX XKX XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX XXXX XXXXXXX XX 262 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications MM Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your ke vehicle identification number Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel The Vehicle Identification Number VIN contains the following information 1 World manufacturer identifier XXX X XXX X X X X XXXXXX 2 Brake system Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Restraint Devices and their location O 3 Make vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number 263 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO i DATE XX XX GVWR XXXXXLB XXXXXKG Label The follo wing table tells you FRONT GAWR XXXXL REARGAWR XXXXL which transmission each code XXXXKG WITH XXXXKG WITH XXXX XXXXXXX TIRES XXXXIXXXXXXX TIRES represents XXX Rls XXXX XX RIMS AT XXX kPa XX PSLOOLD AT XXX APa XX PSI COLD THIS V
291. you have the correct tire and wheel size 2 Lubricate the tire bead and wheel bead seat area again 3 Stand at a minimum of 12 ft 8 66 m away from the tire wheel assembly 4 Use both eye and ear protection For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi 138 kPa greater than the maximum pressure a Ford Dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft 8 66 m away from the tire wheel assembly Important Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are replaced on your vehicle It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally be replaced as a pair The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your Tire Pressure Monitoring System if equipped If the TPMS indicator is flashing your TPMS is malfunctioning Your replacement tire might be incompatible with your TPMS or some component of the TPMS may be damaged if equipped Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety e Observe posted speed limits e Avoid fast starts stops and turns e Avoid potholes and objects on the road 151 2010 Focus foc Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading e Do no

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