2016 Ford Transit Owner's Manual
Year:
2016
Make:
Ford
Model:
Transit
Rating:
Table of Contents
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2
Introduction
10
About This Manual
10
Symbols Glossary
10
Data Recording
12
California Proposition 65
13
Perchlorate
13
Ford Credit
13
Replacement Parts Recommendation
13
Special Notices
14
Mobile Communications Equipment
15
Export Unique Options
16
Environment
17
Protecting the Environment
17
Child Safety
18
General Information
18
Installing Child Restraints
19
Booster Seats
28
Child Restraint Positioning
30
Child Safety Locks
31
Seatbelts
33
Principle of Operation
33
Fastening the Seatbelts
34
Seatbelt Height Adjustment
36
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
36
Seatbelt Reminder
37
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance
38
Supplementary Restraints System
39
Principle of Operation
39
Driver and Passenger Airbags
40
Side Airbags
46
Safety Canopy™
46
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
48
Airbag Disposal
49
Keys and Remote Controls
50
Principle of Operation
50
General Information on Radio Frequencies
50
Remote Control
50
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
52
MyKey™
53
Principle of Operation
53
Creating a MyKey
54
Clearing All MyKeys
55
Checking MyKey System Status
56
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
57
MyKey Troubleshooting
57
Locks
59
Locking and Unlocking
59
Security
64
Passive Anti-Theft System
64
Anti-Theft Alarm
65
Steering Wheel
66
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
66
Audio Control
66
Voice Control
67
Cruise Control
67
Information Display Control
68
Wipers and Washers
69
Windshield Wipers
69
Autowipers
69
Windshield Washers
70
Lighting
72
General Information
72
Lighting Control
72
Autolamps
73
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
74
Daytime Running Lamps
74
Direction Indicators
74
Interior Lamps
75
Windows and Mirrors
76
Power Windows
76
Exterior Mirrors
77
Interior Mirror
77
Rear Quarter Windows
78
Instrument Cluster
79
Gauges
79
Warning Lamps and Indicators
81
Audible Warnings and Indicators
84
Information Displays
85
General Information
85
Trip Computer
89
Personalized Settings
89
Information Messages
90
Climate Control
95
Principle of Operation
95
Air Vents
95
Manual Climate Control
96
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
97
Rear Passenger Climate Controls
98
Heated Windows and Mirrors
99
Seats
100
Sitting in the Correct Position
100
Head Restraints
100
Manual Seats
101
Power Seats
103
Rear Seats
105
Auxiliary Power Points
108
Auxiliary Power Points
108
Cigar Lighter
109
Storage Compartments
110
Cup Holders
110
Overhead Console
110
Bottle Holder
110
Starting and Stopping the Engine
111
General Information
111
Ignition Switch
111
Starting a Gasoline Engine
112
Starting a Diesel Engine
112
Diesel Particulate Filter
114
Switching Off the Engine
114
Engine Block Heater
115
Fuel and Refueling
116
Safety Precautions
116
Fuel Quality
117
Fuel Quality
117
Fuel Quality
118
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
120
Running Out of Fuel
120
Catalytic Converter
122
Selective Catalytic Reduction System
122
Refueling
125
Fuel Consumption
128
Emission Control System
129
Transmission
139
Automatic Transmission
139
Brakes
143
General Information
143
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
143
Parking Brake
144
Hill Start Assist
144
Traction Control
146
Principle of Operation
146
Using Traction Control
146
Stability Control
147
Principle of Operation
147
Using Stability Control
148
Parking Aids
149
Principle of Operation
149
Parking Aid
149
Rear View Camera
150
Cruise Control
154
Principle of Operation
154
Using Cruise Control
154
Driving Aids
156
Speed Limiter
156
Driver Alert
156
Lane Keeping System
157
Steering
159
Load Carrying
161
Load Retaining Fixtures
161
Load Limit
161
Towing
169
Towing a Trailer
169
Trailer Sway Control
170
Recommended Towing Weights
170
Essential Towing Checks
172
Transporting the Vehicle
178
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
179
Driving Hints
181
Breaking-In
181
Reduced Engine Performance
181
Economical Driving
181
Cold Weather Precautions
182
Driving Through Water
182
Floor Mats
182
Roadside Emergencies
184
Roadside Assistance
184
Hazard Warning Flashers
185
Fuel Shutoff
185
Jump Starting the Vehicle
185
Post-Crash Alert System
188
Customer Assistance
189
Getting the Services You Need
189
In California (U.S. Only)
190
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
191
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
192
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
192
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
193
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
194
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
194
Fuses
196
Fuse Box Locations
196
Fuse Specification Chart
197
Changing a Fuse
209
Maintenance
210
General Information
210
Opening and Closing the Hood
210
Under Hood Overview
212
Under Hood Overview
213
Under Hood Overview
214
Engine Oil Dipstick
215
Engine Oil Dipstick
215
Engine Oil Dipstick
215
Engine Oil Check
215
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
216
Oil Change Indicator Reset
217
Engine Coolant Check
217
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
220
Brake Fluid Check
221
Power Steering Fluid Check
221
Washer Fluid Check
221
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap
221
Fuel Filter
223
Changing the 12V Battery
224
Checking the Wiper Blades
226
Changing the Wiper Blades
226
Adjusting the Headlamps
226
Removing a Headlamp
228
Changing a Bulb
228
Bulb Specification Chart
233
Changing the Engine Air Filter
235
Vehicle Care
237
Cleaning Products
237
Cleaning the Exterior
237
Waxing
238
Cleaning the Engine
238
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
239
Cleaning the Interior
239
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
240
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
240
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels
240
Vehicle Storage
241
Wheels and Tires
244
General Information
244
Tire Care
245
Using Winter Tires
262
Using Snow Chains
262
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
263
Changing a Road Wheel
267
Technical Specifications
275
Capacities and Specifications
277
Engine Specifications
277
Engine Specifications
277
Engine Specifications
278
Motorcraft Parts
279
Motorcraft Parts
280
Motorcraft Parts
281
Vehicle Identification Number
282
Vehicle Certification Label
283
Transmission Code Designation
283
Capacities and Specifications
284
Capacities and Specifications
288
Capacities and Specifications
292
Audio System
297
General Information
297
Audio Unit
298
Audio Unit
301
Audio Unit
303
Audio Unit
305
Digital Radio
306
Satellite Radio
309
Audio Input Jack
311
USB Port
312
Media Hub
312
Audio Troubleshooting
313
SYNC™
314
General Information
314
Using Voice Recognition
316
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
319
SYNC™ Applications and Services
332
SYNC™ AppLink™
340
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
342
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
352
Accessories
361
Accessories
361
Auxiliary Switches
362
Extended Service Plan (ESP)
364
Extended Service Plan (ESP)
364
Scheduled Maintenance
366
General Maintenance Information
366
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
369
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
371
Scheduled Maintenance Record
374
Appendices
385
End User License Agreement
385
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3
FAQ about the 2016 Ford Transit Manual
What contains the 2016 Transit manual?
The Ford Transit owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Ford to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Ford Transit. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Ford Transit 2016 owner's manual:
- Fuel Information, with recommended fuel type and fuel tank capacity
- Technical Information, like engine specifications, tire sizes, and recommendations
- Basic operations, like starting and stopping the engine and driver settings
- Environmental Information about environmentally-friendly driving practices
- Instrument Panel and Controls, including dashboard indicators, warning lights, and controls
Where to download the 2016 Ford Transit Owners Manual?
The Ford Transit owner manual for the 2016 model year is to be found on this page.
Is the manual for the Ford Transit year 2016 free?
Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2016 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
The Ford Transit (2016) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2016 is available in English.
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