2017 Ford Transit Owner's Manual
Year:
2017
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
Seatbelt Extension
39
Supplementary Restraints System
40
Principle of Operation
40
Driver and Passenger Airbags
41
Side Airbags
47
Safety Canopy™
47
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
49
Airbag Disposal
50
Keys and Remote Controls
51
Principle of Operation
51
General Information on Radio Frequencies
51
Remote Control
51
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
53
MyKey™
54
Principle of Operation
54
Creating a MyKey
55
Clearing All MyKeys
56
Checking MyKey System Status
57
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
58
MyKey Troubleshooting
58
Doors and Locks
60
Locking and Unlocking
60
Security
65
Passive Anti-Theft System
65
Anti-Theft Alarm
66
Power Running Boards
67
Using Power Running Boards
67
Steering Wheel
70
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
70
Audio Control
70
Voice Control
71
Cruise Control
71
Information Display Control
72
Wipers and Washers
73
Windshield Wipers
73
Autowipers
73
Windshield Washers
74
Lighting
75
General Information
75
Lighting Control
75
Autolamps
76
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
77
Daytime Running Lamps
77
Direction Indicators
77
Interior Lamps
78
Windows and Mirrors
79
Power Windows
79
Exterior Mirrors
80
Interior Mirror
80
Rear Quarter Windows
81
Instrument Cluster
82
Gauges
82
Warning Lamps and Indicators
84
Audible Warnings and Indicators
87
Information Displays
88
General Information
88
Trip Computer
91
Personalized Settings
91
Information Messages
92
Climate Control
98
Manual Climate Control
98
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
99
Rear Passenger Climate Controls
100
Heated Windows and Mirrors
101
Seats
102
Sitting in the Correct Position
102
Head Restraints
102
Manual Seats
103
Power Seats
105
Rear Seats
107
Heated Seats
109
Auxiliary Power Points
111
Auxiliary Power Points
111
Cigar Lighter
112
Storage Compartments
114
Cup Holders
114
Overhead Console
114
Bottle Holder
114
Starting and Stopping the Engine
115
General Information
115
Ignition Switch
115
Starting a Gasoline Engine
116
Starting a Diesel Engine
116
Diesel Particulate Filter
118
Switching Off the Engine
118
Engine Block Heater
119
Fuel and Refueling
120
Safety Precautions
120
Fuel Quality
121
Fuel Quality
121
Fuel Quality
123
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
125
Running Out of Fuel
125
Catalytic Converter
126
Selective Catalytic Reduction System
126
Refueling
130
Fuel Consumption
132
Emission Control System
133
Transmission
144
Automatic Transmission
144
Brakes
149
General Information
149
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
149
Parking Brake
150
Hill Start Assist
150
Traction Control
152
Principle of Operation
152
Using Traction Control
152
Stability Control
153
Principle of Operation
153
Using Stability Control
154
Parking Aids
155
Principle of Operation
155
Parking Aid
155
Rear View Camera
157
Cruise Control
160
Principle of Operation
160
Using Cruise Control
160
Driving Aids
162
Speed Limiter
162
Driver Alert
162
Lane Keeping System
163
Steering
165
Load Carrying
167
Load Retaining Fixtures
167
Load Limit
167
Towing
172
Towing a Trailer
172
Trailer Sway Control
173
Recommended Towing Weights
173
Essential Towing Checks
175
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
181
Driving Hints
183
Breaking-In
183
Reduced Engine Performance
183
Economical Driving
183
Cold Weather Precautions
184
Driving Through Water
184
Floor Mats
184
Roadside Emergencies
186
Roadside Assistance
186
Hazard Warning Flashers
187
Fuel Shutoff
187
Jump Starting the Vehicle
187
Post-Crash Alert System
190
Transporting the Vehicle
190
Customer Assistance
192
Getting the Services You Need
192
In California (U.S. Only)
193
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
194
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
195
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
195
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
196
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
197
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
197
Fuses
199
Fuse Box Locations
199
Fuse Specification Chart
200
Changing a Fuse
212
Maintenance
214
General Information
214
Opening and Closing the Hood
214
Under Hood Overview
216
Under Hood Overview
217
Under Hood Overview
218
Engine Oil Dipstick
219
Engine Oil Dipstick
219
Engine Oil Dipstick
219
Engine Oil Check
219
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
220
Oil Change Indicator Reset
221
Engine Cooling Fan
221
Engine Cooling Fan
221
Engine Coolant Check
221
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
225
Brake Fluid Check
226
Power Steering Fluid Check
226
Washer Fluid Check
226
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap
227
Fuel Filter
229
Changing the 12V Battery
229
Checking the Wiper Blades
231
Changing the Wiper Blades
231
Adjusting the Headlamps
232
Removing a Headlamp
233
Changing a Bulb
234
Bulb Specification Chart
239
Changing the Engine Air Filter
240
Vehicle Care
242
Cleaning Products
242
Cleaning the Exterior
243
Waxing
243
Cleaning the Engine
244
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
244
Cleaning the Interior
245
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
246
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
247
Cleaning the Wheels
247
General Information
250
Tire Care
251
Using Winter Tires
268
Using Snow Chains
268
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
269
Changing a Road Wheel
273
Technical Specifications
282
Capacities and Specifications
284
Engine Specifications
284
Engine Specifications
284
Engine Specifications
285
Motorcraft Parts
286
Motorcraft Parts
287
Motorcraft Parts
288
Vehicle Identification Number
289
Vehicle Certification Label
290
Transmission Code Designation
290
Capacities and Specifications
291
Capacities and Specifications
294
Capacities and Specifications
297
Audio System
301
General Information
301
Audio Unit
302
Audio Unit
305
Audio Unit
307
Audio Unit
309
Digital Radio
311
Satellite Radio
313
Audio Input Jack
316
USB Port
316
Media Hub
317
SYNC™
318
General Information
318
Using Voice Recognition
320
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
322
SYNC™ Applications and Services
334
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
339
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
348
SYNC™ 3
356
General Information
356
Home Screen
366
Using Voice Recognition
367
Entertainment
374
Phone
384
Navigation
389
Apps
397
Settings
400
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
412
Accessories
425
Accessories
425
Auxiliary Switches
426
Ford Protect
428
Ford Protect
428
Scheduled Maintenance
430
General Maintenance Information
430
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
433
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
435
Scheduled Maintenance Record
438
Appendices
448
End User License Agreement
448
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FAQ about the 2017 Ford Transit Manual
What contains the 2017 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 2017 owner's manual:
- Environmental Information about environmentally-friendly driving practices
- Warranty Information, about the vehicle's warranty coverage
- Basic operations, like starting and stopping the engine and driver settings
- Maintenance for your Ford Transit, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks
- Fuel Information, with recommended fuel type and fuel tank capacity
Where to download the 2017 Ford Transit Owners Manual?
The Ford Transit owner manual for the 2017 model year is to be found on this page.
Is the manual for the Ford Transit year 2017 free?
Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2017 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
The Ford Transit (2017) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2017 is available in English.
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