2017 Ford Focus Electric Owner's Manual

2017 Ford Focus Electric owners manual
Year:
2017
Make:
Ford
Model:
Focus Electric
Rating:
(8)

Online manual

Size:
7.35 MB

Table of Contents

Copyright ©
2
Introduction
8
About This Manual
8
Symbols Glossary
8
Data Recording
10
California Proposition 65
12
Perchlorate
12
Ford Credit
12
Replacement Parts Recommendation
13
Special Notices
13
Mobile Communications Equipment
14
Environment
15
Protecting the Environment
15
At a Glance
16
Instrument Panel Overview
16
Child Safety
18
General Information
18
Installing Child Restraints
19
Booster Seats
25
Child Restraint Positioning
27
Child Safety Locks
28
Seatbelts
30
Principle of Operation
30
Fastening the Seatbelts
31
Seatbelt Height Adjustment
33
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
33
Seatbelt Reminder
34
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance
36
Seatbelt Extension
36
Personal Safety System™
37
Personal Safety System™
37
Supplementary Restraints System
38
Principle of Operation
38
Driver and Passenger Airbags
39
Front Passenger Sensing System
40
Side Airbags
42
Driver Knee Airbag
43
Safety Canopy™
44
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
45
Airbag Disposal
46
Keys and Remote Controls
47
General Information on Radio Frequencies
47
Remote Control
47
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
50
MyKey™
51
Principle of Operation
51
Creating a MyKey
52
Clearing All MyKeys
53
Checking MyKey System Status
54
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
54
MyKey Troubleshooting
55
Doors and Locks
56
Locking and Unlocking
56
Manual Liftgate
59
Security
61
Passive Anti-Theft System
61
Anti-Theft Alarm
62
Steering Wheel
64
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
64
Audio Control
64
Voice Control
65
Cruise Control
65
Information Display Control
66
Wipers and Washers
67
Windshield Wipers
67
Windshield Washers
67
Rear Window Wiper and Washers
68
Lighting
69
General Information
69
Lighting Control
69
Autolamps
70
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
71
Headlamp Exit Delay
71
Daytime Running Lamps
71
Direction Indicators
72
Interior Lamps
72
Ambient Lighting
73
Windows and Mirrors
74
Power Windows
74
Exterior Mirrors
75
Interior Mirror
76
Sun Visors
77
Instrument Cluster
78
Gauges
78
Warning Lamps and Indicators
80
Audible Warnings and Indicators
82
Information Displays
83
General Information
83
Information Messages
90
Climate Control
97
Automatic Climate Control
97
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
98
Heated Windows and Mirrors
99
Cabin Air Filter
100
Remote Start
100
Seats
101
Sitting in the Correct Position
101
Head Restraints
101
Manual Seats
103
Power Seats
103
Rear Seats
104
Heated Seats
106
Auxiliary Power Points
107
Auxiliary Power Points
107
Storage Compartments
108
Center Console
108
Overhead Console
108
Starting and Stopping the Electric Motor
109
Starting the Electric Motor
109
Switching Off the Electric Motor
110
High Voltage Battery
112
General Information
112
Charging the High Voltage Battery
112
High Voltage Battery Cut-Off Switch
118
Transmission
119
Automatic Transmission
119
Brakes
121
General Information
121
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
122
Parking Brake
122
Hill Start Assist
122
Traction Control
124
Principle of Operation
124
Using Traction Control
124
Stability Control
125
Principle of Operation
125
Using Stability Control
126
Parking Aids
127
Principle of Operation
127
Rear Parking Aid
127
Rear View Camera
128
Cruise Control
132
Principle of Operation
132
Using Cruise Control
132
Driving Aids
134
Steering
134
Load Carrying
135
Rear Under Floor Storage
135
Load Limit
135
Towing
141
Towing a Trailer
141
Transporting the Vehicle
141
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
141
Driving Hints
143
Breaking-In
143
Cold Weather Precautions
143
Driving Through Water
143
Floor Mats
143
Roadside Emergencies
145
Roadside Assistance
145
Hazard Flashers
146
Jump Starting the Vehicle
146
Collision, Damage or Fire Event
148
Post-Crash Alert System
149
Customer Assistance
150
Getting the Services You Need
150
In California (U.S. Only)
151
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
152
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
153
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
153
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
154
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
155
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
155
Fuses
157
Fuse Specification Chart
157
Changing a Fuse
167
Maintenance
169
General Information
169
Opening and Closing the Hood
170
Under Hood Overview
171
Coolant Check
171
Brake Fluid Check
173
Washer Fluid Check
174
Changing the 12V Battery
174
Checking the Wiper Blades
175
Changing the Front Wiper Blades
176
Changing the Rear Wiper Blades
177
Adjusting the Headlamps
177
Removing a Headlamp
178
Changing a Bulb
179
Bulb Specification Chart
181
Vehicle Care
183
General Information
183
Cleaning Products
183
Cleaning the Exterior
184
Waxing
185
Cleaning the Engine
185
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
186
Cleaning the Interior
186
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
187
Cleaning Leather Seats
187
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
188
Cleaning the Wheels
188
Vehicle Storage
188
Wheels and Tires
191
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit
191
Tire Care
197
Using Snow Chains
212
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
212
Changing a Road Wheel
216
Lug Nuts
217
Capacities and Specifications
218
Motorcraft Parts
218
Vehicle Identification Number
219
Vehicle Certification Label
220
Transmission Code Designation
220
Capacities and Specifications
221
Audio System
223
General Information
223
Audio Unit
224
Media Hub
226
SYNC™ 3
227
General Information
227
Home Screen
238
Using Voice Recognition
239
Entertainment
245
Phone
255
Navigation
260
Electric Vehicle Information
269
Apps
288
Settings
290
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
302
Accessories
315
Accessories
315
Ford Protect
317
Ford Protect
317
Scheduled Maintenance
319
General Maintenance Information
319
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
322
Scheduled Maintenance Record
323
Appendices
333
End User License Agreement
333
Type Approvals
357
Blank Page
3

FAQ about the 2017 Ford Focus Electric Manual

What contains the 2017 Focus Electric manual?

The Ford Focus Electric owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Ford to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Ford Focus Electric. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Ford Focus Electric 2017 owner's manual:

  • Maintenance for your Ford Focus Electric, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks
  • Environmental Information about environmentally-friendly driving practices
  • Warranty Information, about the vehicle's warranty coverage
  • Fuel Information, with recommended fuel type and fuel tank capacity
  • Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues

Where to download the 2017 Ford Focus Electric Owners Manual?

The Ford Focus Electric owner manual for the 2017 model year is to be found on this page.

Is the manual for the Ford Focus Electric 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 Focus Electric (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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