2019 Ford Transit Connect Owner's Manual
Year:
2019
Make:
Ford
Model:
Transit Connect
Rating:
Table of Contents
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3
Introduction
11
About This Manual
11
Symbols Glossary
11
Data Recording
13
Perchlorate
17
Ford Credit
17
Replacement Parts Recommendation
17
Special Notices
18
Mobile Communications Equipment
19
Export Unique Options
19
Environment
20
Protecting the Environment
20
At a Glance
21
Instrument Panel Overview
21
Child Safety
22
General Information
22
Installing Child Restraints
23
Booster Seats
30
Child Restraint Positioning
32
Child Safety Locks
34
Seatbelts
36
Principle of Operation
36
Fastening the Seatbelts
37
Seatbelt Height Adjustment
39
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
40
Seatbelt Reminder
40
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance
42
Seatbelt Extension
42
Personal Safety System™
43
Personal Safety System™
43
Supplementary Restraints System
44
Principle of Operation
44
Driver and Passenger Airbags
45
Front Passenger Sensing System
46
Side Airbags
49
Driver Knee Airbag
50
Safety Canopy™
50
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
51
Airbag Disposal
52
Automatic Crash Notification System
53
911 Assist
53
Keys and Remote Controls
55
General Information on Radio Frequencies
55
Remote Control - Vehicles With: Keyless Entry and Push Button Start
55
Remote Control - Vehicles With: Remote Flip Key
58
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
59
Passive Key Backup Position
59
MyKey™
60
Principle of Operation
60
MyKey Settings
60
Creating a MyKey - Vehicles Without: Push Button Start
61
Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
61
Programming a MyKey
62
Clearing All MyKeys
64
Checking MyKey System Status
64
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
65
MyKey Troubleshooting - Vehicles Without: Push Button Start
65
MyKey Troubleshooting - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
65
Doors and Locks
67
Locking and Unlocking
67
Sliding Door
70
Keyless Entry
71
Liftgate
73
Manual Liftgate
73
Security
74
Passive Anti-Theft System
74
Anti-Theft Alarm
76
Steering Wheel
78
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
78
Wipers and Washers
79
Windshield Wipers
79
Autowipers
79
Windshield Washers
80
Rear Window Wiper and Washers
81
Lighting
82
General Information
82
Lighting Control
82
Autolamps
83
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
83
Headlamp Exit Delay
84
Automatic High Beam Control
84
Front Fog Lamps
85
Cornering Lamps
85
Direction Indicators
86
Interior Lamps
86
Windows and Mirrors
87
Power Windows - Vehicles With: Rear Power Windows
87
Power Windows - Vehicles With: One-Touch Open Driver Window
88
Global Opening
88
Exterior Mirrors
88
Interior Mirror - Vehicles Without: Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
89
Interior Mirror - Vehicles With: Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
89
Sun Shades
89
Instrument Cluster
91
Gauges
91
Warning Lamps and Indicators
92
Audible Warnings and Indicators
94
Information Displays
96
General Information
96
Clock
98
Trip Computer
98
Personalized Settings
98
Information Messages
98
Climate Control
112
Manual Climate Control
112
Automatic Climate Control
113
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Automatic Temperature Control
115
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature Control
116
Rear Passenger Climate Controls
116
Heated Windshield
117
Heated Rear Window
117
Heated Exterior Mirrors
117
Cabin Air Filter
117
Seats
119
Sitting in the Correct Position
119
Head Restraints
119
Manual Seats
121
Power Seats
123
Rear Seats - Short Wheelbase
124
Rear Seats - Long Wheelbase, Vehicles With: Second Row Dual Captain Chairs
128
Rear Seats - Long Wheelbase, Vehicles With: 60/40 Split Second Row Seating
131
Heated Seats
134
Auxiliary Power Points
135
Auxiliary Power Points
135
Cigar Lighter
135
Wireless Accessory Charging
136
Storage Compartments
137
Cup Holders
137
Overhead Console
137
Starting and Stopping the Engine
138
General Information
138
Ignition Switch
138
Push Button Ignition Switch
139
Starting a Gasoline Engine
141
Starting a Flex Fuel Engine
144
Starting a Diesel Engine
146
Switching Off the Engine
148
Engine Block Heater
148
Unique Driving Characteristics
150
Auto-Start-Stop
150
Fuel and Refueling
152
Safety Precautions
152
Fuel Quality - Diesel
152
Fuel Quality - Gasoline
155
Fuel Quality - E85
156
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
157
Running Out of Fuel
157
Refueling
158
Fuel Consumption
161
Engine Emission Control
162
Emission Law
162
Catalytic Converter
163
Selective Catalytic Reductant System
164
Diesel Particulate Filter
167
Transmission
173
Automatic Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission
173
Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
175
Brakes
177
General Information
177
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
178
Parking Brake
178
Hill Start Assist
178
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
Front Parking Aid
185
Side Sensing System
187
Active Park Assist
188
Rear View Camera
196
Cruise Control
199
Principle of Operation
199
Using Cruise Control
199
Using Adaptive Cruise Control
200
Driving Aids
206
Speed Limiter
206
Driver Alert
207
Lane Keeping System
209
Blind Spot Information System
213
Cross Traffic Alert
215
Eco Mode
217
Steering
219
Pre-Collision Assist
219
Load Carrying
225
Luggage Anchor Points
225
Rear Under Floor Storage
225
Cargo Nets
226
Roof Racks and Load Carriers
228
Load Limit
229
Towing
234
Towing a Trailer
234
Trailer Sway Control
235
Recommended Towing Weights
235
Essential Towing Checks
237
Transporting the Vehicle
240
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
241
Driving Hints
242
Breaking-In
242
Reduced Engine Performance
242
Economical Driving
242
Cold Weather Precautions
243
Driving Through Water
243
Floor Mats
243
Roadside Emergencies
245
Roadside Assistance
245
Hazard Flashers
246
Fuel Shutoff
246
Jump Starting the Vehicle
247
Post-Crash Alert System
249
Towing Points
249
Customer Assistance
251
Getting the Services You Need
251
In California (U.S. Only)
252
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
253
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
254
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
254
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
256
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
256
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
256
Fuses
258
Fuse Box Locations
258
Fuse Specification Chart
258
Changing a Fuse
264
Maintenance
265
General Information
265
Opening and Closing the Hood
265
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi Diesel
266
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Flex Fuel
267
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L
268
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi Diesel
269
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Flex Fuel/2.5L
270
Engine Oil Check
270
Oil Change Indicator Reset
271
Engine Cooling Fan - Gasoline
271
Engine Cooling Fan - Diesel
272
Engine Coolant Check
272
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
276
Brake Fluid Check
276
Washer Fluid Check
277
Changing the 12V Battery
277
Checking the Wiper Blades
279
Changing the Front Wiper Blades
279
Changing the Rear Wiper Blades - Vehicles With: Manual Liftgate
279
Changing the Rear Wiper Blades - Vehicles With: Rear Cargo Doors
280
Adjusting the Headlamps
280
Changing a Bulb
282
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Flex Fuel, 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi Diesel
287
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.5L
287
Drive Belt Routing - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi Diesel
288
Drive Belt Routing - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Flex Fuel
288
Drive Belt Routing - 2.5L
289
Vehicle Care
290
Cleaning Products
290
Cleaning the Exterior
291
Waxing
292
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
293
Cleaning the Interior
293
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
294
Cleaning Leather Seats
295
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
296
Cleaning the Wheels
296
Vehicle Storage
296
Wheels and Tires
299
General Information
299
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit
300
Tire Care
305
Using Winter Tires
319
Using Snow Chains
319
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
320
Changing a Road Wheel
324
Tire Pressures
328
Lug Nuts
329
Capacities and Specifications
331
Engine Specifications - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi Diesel
331
Engine Specifications - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Flex Fuel
332
Engine Specifications - 2.5L
333
Motorcraft Parts - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi Diesel
334
Motorcraft Parts - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Flex Fuel
335
Motorcraft Parts - 2.5L
336
Vehicle Identification Number
337
Vehicle Certification Label
338
Transmission Code Designation - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission
338
Transmission Code Designation - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
339
Capacities and Specifications - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi Diesel
339
Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Flex Fuel
344
Capacities and Specifications - 2.5L
349
Bulb Specification Chart
354
Audio System
356
General Information
356
Audio Unit - Vehicles Without: SYNC 3
357
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
360
AM/FM Radio - Vehicles Without: SYNC 3
362
Audio Unit Clock and Date Displays - Vehicles Without: SYNC 3
362
Connecting a Bluetooth Device - Vehicles Without: SYNC 3
362
Satellite Radio
363
Streaming Bluetooth Audio - Vehicles Without: SYNC 3
365
Playing Media From a USB Device - Vehicles Without: SYNC 3
365
USB Port - Vehicles Without: SYNC 3
366
Using Voice Recognition
366
SYNC™ 3
367
General Information
367
Home Screen
376
Using Voice Recognition
376
Entertainment
381
Phone
383
Navigation
385
Apps
389
Settings
390
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
404
Accessories
416
Accessories
416
Ford Protect
418
Ford Protect
418
Scheduled Maintenance
420
General Maintenance Information
420
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
423
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
426
Scheduled Maintenance Record
428
Appendices
438
Electromagnetic Compatibility
438
End User License Agreement
440
Declaration of Conformity - Vehicles Without: SYNC 3
465
Declaration of Conformity - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
466
Declaration of Conformity - Vehicles With: Wireless Accessory Charging
466
Type Approvals
468
FAQ about the 2019 Ford Transit Connect Manual
What contains the 2019 Transit Connect manual?
The Ford Transit Connect owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Ford to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Ford Transit Connect. 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 Connect 2019 owner's manual:
- Do-it-Yourself (DIY) Maintenance, for basic maintenance tasks that Ford Transit Connect owners can do
- Customer Assistance, with contact information for customer support
- Fuel Information, with recommended fuel type and fuel tank capacity
- Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues
- Maintenance for your Ford Transit Connect, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks
Where to download the 2019 Ford Transit Connect Owners Manual?
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Is the manual for the Ford Transit Connect year 2019 free?
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The Ford Transit Connect (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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