2019 Ford Flex Owner's Manual
Year:
2019
Make:
Ford
Model:
Flex
Rating:
Table of Contents
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2
Introduction
10
About This Manual
10
Symbols Glossary
10
Data Recording
12
California Proposition 65
14
Perchlorate
14
Ford Credit
15
Replacement Parts Recommendation
15
Special Notices
15
Mobile Communications Equipment
16
Export Unique Options
17
Environment
18
Protecting the Environment
18
At a Glance
19
Instrument Panel Overview
19
Child Safety
21
General Information
21
Installing Child Restraints
22
Booster Seats
32
Child Restraint Positioning
34
Child Safety Locks
36
Seatbelts
38
Principle of Operation
38
Fastening the Seatbelts
39
Seatbelt Height Adjustment
42
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
43
Seatbelt Reminder
43
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance
45
Seatbelt Extension
45
Personal Safety System™
47
Personal Safety System™
47
Supplementary Restraints System
48
Principle of Operation
48
Driver and Passenger Airbags
49
Front Passenger Sensing System
50
Side Airbags
52
Safety Canopy™
53
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
54
Airbag Disposal
55
Keys and Remote Controls
56
General Information on Radio Frequencies
56
Remote Control
57
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
60
MyKey™
61
Principle of Operation
61
Creating a MyKey
62
Clearing All MyKeys
62
Checking MyKey System Status
63
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
63
MyKey Troubleshooting
63
Doors and Locks
65
Locking and Unlocking
65
Keyless Entry
68
Liftgate
71
Manual Liftgate
71
Power Liftgate
72
Security
75
Passive Anti-Theft System
75
Anti-Theft Alarm
76
Steering Wheel
77
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering Column
77
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering Column
78
Audio Control
78
Voice Control
79
Cruise Control
79
Information Display Control
79
Heated Steering Wheel
79
Pedals
81
Adjusting the Pedals
81
Wipers and Washers
82
Windshield Wipers
82
Autowipers
82
Windshield Washers
83
Rear Window Wiper and Washers
83
Lighting
84
General Information
84
Lighting Control
84
Autolamps
85
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
86
Headlamp Exit Delay
86
Daytime Running Lamps
86
Front Fog Lamps
87
Direction Indicators
87
Interior Lamps
87
Ambient Lighting
88
Windows and Mirrors
90
Power Windows
90
Exterior Mirrors
91
Interior Mirror
93
Sun Visors
93
Moonroof
93
Instrument Cluster
95
Gauges
95
Warning Lamps and Indicators
96
Audible Warnings and Indicators
99
Information Displays
100
General Information
100
Information Messages
108
Climate Control
117
Manual Climate Control
117
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD
118
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Sony Audio System
120
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
121
Rear Passenger Climate Controls
123
Heated Rear Window
124
Heated Exterior Mirrors
124
Cabin Air Filter
125
Remote Start
125
Seats
126
Sitting in the Correct Position
126
Head Restraints
126
Manual Seats
129
Power Seats
130
Memory Function
131
Rear Seats
132
Heated Seats
139
Climate Controlled Seats
140
Universal Garage Door Opener
141
Universal Garage Door Opener
141
Auxiliary Power Points
146
Auxiliary Power Points
146
Storage Compartments
148
Center Console
148
Overhead Console
149
Starting and Stopping the Engine
150
General Information
150
Ignition Switch
150
Keyless Starting
151
Starting a Gasoline Engine
151
Engine Block Heater
154
Fuel and Refueling
156
Safety Precautions
156
Fuel Quality
156
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
157
Running Out of Fuel
157
Refueling
159
Fuel Consumption
161
Engine Emission Control
163
Emission Law
163
Catalytic Converter
164
Transmission
167
Automatic Transmission
167
All-Wheel Drive
171
Using All-Wheel Drive
171
Brakes
178
General Information
178
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
179
Parking Brake
179
Traction Control
180
Principle of Operation
180
Using Traction Control
180
Stability Control
181
Principle of Operation
181
Using Stability Control
182
Parking Aids
183
Principle of Operation
183
Rear Parking Aid
183
Active Park Assist
184
Rear View Camera
188
Cruise Control
192
Principle of Operation
192
Using Cruise Control
192
Using Adaptive Cruise Control
193
Driving Aids
199
Blind Spot Information System
199
Cross Traffic Alert
201
Steering
204
Collision Warning System
204
Load Carrying
207
Cargo Nets
207
Roof Racks and Load Carriers
207
Load Limit
207
Towing
213
Towing a Trailer
213
Trailer Sway Control
214
Recommended Towing Weights
214
Essential Towing Checks
216
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
219
Driving Hints
221
Breaking-In
221
Economical Driving
221
Driving Through Water
222
Floor Mats
222
Roadside Emergencies
224
Roadside Assistance
224
Hazard Flashers
225
Fuel Shutoff
225
Jump Starting the Vehicle
226
Post-Crash Alert System
228
Transporting the Vehicle
228
Customer Assistance
230
Getting the Services You Need
230
In California (U.S. Only)
231
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
232
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
233
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
233
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
235
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
235
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
235
Fuses
237
Fuse Specification Chart
237
Changing a Fuse
246
Maintenance
248
General Information
248
Opening and Closing the Hood
248
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Duratec
249
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost™
250
Engine Oil Dipstick
252
Engine Oil Check
252
Oil Change Indicator Reset
253
Engine Coolant Check
254
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
258
Brake Fluid Check
260
Power Steering Fluid Check
260
Washer Fluid Check
260
Changing the 12V Battery
261
Checking the Wiper Blades
262
Changing the Wiper Blades
263
Adjusting the Headlamps
264
Removing a Headlamp
265
Changing a Bulb
265
Changing the Engine Air Filter
268
Vehicle Care
270
General Information
270
Cleaning Products
270
Cleaning the Exterior
270
Waxing
272
Cleaning the Engine
272
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
272
Cleaning the Interior
273
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
273
Cleaning Leather Seats
274
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
275
Cleaning the Wheels
275
Vehicle Storage
275
Body Styling Kits
277
Wheels and Tires
278
General Information
278
Tire Care
280
Using Snow Chains
293
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
294
Changing a Road Wheel
298
Technical Specifications
303
Capacities and Specifications
304
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Duratec
304
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™
304
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Duratec
305
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost™
307
Vehicle Identification Number
308
Vehicle Certification Label
309
Transmission Code Designation
309
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Duratec
310
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™
314
Bulb Specification Chart
318
Audio System
320
General Information
320
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/SYNC/Satellite Radio
321
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD
326
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/CD
327
USB Port
328
Media Hub
328
SYNC™
329
General Information
329
Using Voice Recognition
331
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
334
SYNC™ Applications and Services
347
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
349
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
359
SYNC™ 3
367
General Information
367
Home Screen
379
Using Voice Recognition
380
Entertainment
387
Climate
397
Phone
399
Navigation
405
Apps
413
Settings
416
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
429
Accessories
443
Accessories
443
Ford Protect
445
Ford Protect
445
Scheduled Maintenance
447
General Maintenance Information
447
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
450
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
453
Scheduled Maintenance Record
455
Appendices
465
Electromagnetic Compatibility
465
End User License Agreement
467
Type Approvals
493
FAQ about the 2019 Ford Flex Manual
What contains the 2019 Flex manual?
The Ford Flex owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Ford to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Ford Flex. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Ford Flex 2019 owner's manual:
- Best practice for driving your Ford Flex
- Basic operations, like starting and stopping the engine and driver settings
- A brief overview of the vehicle and specifications
- 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 2019 Ford Flex Owners Manual?
The Ford Flex owner manual for the 2019 model year is to be found on this page.
Is the manual for the Ford Flex year 2019 free?
Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2019 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
The Ford Flex (2019) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2019 is available in English.
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