2021 Ford Bronco Sport Owner's Manual

2021 Ford Bronco Sport owners manual
Year:
2021
Make:
Ford
Model:
Bronco Sport
Rating:
(5)

Online manual

Size:
5.63 MB

Table of Contents

Table of contents
4
Copyright ©
2
Introduction
12
About This Manual
12
Symbols Glossary
12
Data Recording
14
Perchlorate
18
Ford Credit
18
Replacement Parts Recommendation
19
Special Notices
19
Mobile Communications Equipment
20
Export Unique Options
21
Environment
22
Protecting the Environment
22
At a Glance
23
Instrument Panel
23
Child Safety
24
General Information
24
Installing Child Restraints
26
Booster Seats
31
Child Restraint Positioning
33
Child Safety Locks
35
Seatbelts
37
Principle of Operation
37
Fastening the Seatbelts
38
Seatbelt Height Adjustment
40
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
41
Seatbelt Reminder
41
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance
43
Seatbelt Extensions
43
Personal Safety System™
44
Personal Safety System™
44
Supplementary Restraints System
45
Principle of Operation
45
Driver and Passenger Airbags
46
Front Passenger Sensing System
47
Side Airbags
49
Driver Knee Airbag
50
Safety Canopy™
51
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
52
Airbag Disposal
53
911 Assist
54
What Is 911 Assist
54
Emergency Call Requirements
54
Emergency Call Limitations
55
Keys and Remote Controls
56
General Information on Radio Frequencies
56
Remote Control
56
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
61
MyKey™
62
Principle of Operation
62
Creating a MyKey
63
Clearing All MyKeys
64
Checking MyKey System Status
64
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
65
MyKey – Troubleshooting
65
Doors and Locks
67
Locking and Unlocking
67
Keyless Entry
70
Liftgate
73
Opening the Liftgate
73
Closing the Liftgate
73
Opening and Closing the Liftgate Window
74
Security
75
Passive Anti-Theft System
75
Anti-Theft Alarm
75
Steering Wheel
77
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
77
Audio Control
77
Voice Control
78
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Lane Centering
78
Cruise Control
78
Information Display Control
78
Horn
78
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off
79
Wipers and Washers
80
Windshield Wipers
80
Autowipers
80
Windshield Washers
81
Rear Window Wiper and Washers
82
Lighting
83
General Information
83
Lighting Control
83
Autolamps
84
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
84
Headlamp Exit Delay
84
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Configurable Daytime Running Lamps
85
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
85
Front Fog Lamps
85
Cornering Lamps
86
Direction Indicators
87
Interior Lamps
87
Ambient Lighting
88
Rear Floodlamps
88
Automatic High Beam Control
89
What Is Automatic High Beam Control
89
Switching Automatic High Beam Control On and Off
89
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators
89
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control
90
Windows and Mirrors
91
Power Windows
91
Global Opening and Closing
92
Exterior Mirrors
92
Interior Mirror
93
Sun Visors
93
Moonroof
94
Instrument Cluster
95
Gauges - Vehicles With: 4.2 Inch Instrument Cluster Display Screen
95
Gauges - Vehicles With: 6.5 Inch Instrument Cluster Display Screen
96
Warning Lamps and Indicators
98
Audible Warnings and Indicators
101
Information Displays
102
General Information
102
Personalized Settings
106
Information Messages
107
Remote Start
121
What Is Remote Start
121
Remote Start Precautions
121
Remote Start Limitations
121
Enabling Remote Start
121
Remotely Starting and Stopping the Vehicle
121
Extending the Remote Start Duration
121
Remote Start Remote Control Indicators
122
Remote Start Settings
122
Climate Control
124
Identifying the Climate Control Unit
124
Switching Climate Control On and Off
124
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off
124
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off
124
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off
124
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off
124
Switching the Heated Wiper Park On and Off
125
Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off
125
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off
125
Setting the Blower Motor Speed
125
Setting the Temperature
125
Directing the Flow of Air
126
Auto Mode
126
Climate Control – Troubleshooting
127
Climate Control
128
Identifying the Climate Control Unit
128
Switching Climate Control On and Off
128
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off
128
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off
128
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off
128
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off
128
Switching the Heated Wiper Park On and Off
129
Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off
129
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off
129
Setting the Blower Motor Speed
129
Setting the Temperature
129
Directing the Flow of Air
130
Auto Mode
130
Climate Control – Troubleshooting
131
Climate Control
132
Identifying the Climate Control Unit
132
Switching Climate Control On and Off
132
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off
132
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off
132
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off
132
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off
132
Switching the Heated Wiper Park On and Off
133
Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off
133
Setting the Blower Motor Speed
133
Setting the Temperature
133
Directing the Flow of Air
133
Climate Control – Troubleshooting
134
Interior Air Quality
135
What Is the Cabin Air Filter
135
Locating the Cabin Air Filter
135
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter
135
Seats
136
Sitting in the Correct Position
136
Head Restraints
136
Manual Seats
139
Power Seats
140
Rear Seats
141
Heated Seats
142
Rear Occupant Alert System
143
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System
143
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work
143
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions
143
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations
143
Switching Rear Occupant Alert System On and Off
143
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators
144
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings
144
Power Outlet
145
What Is the Power Outlet
145
Power Outlet Precautions
145
Locating the Power Outlet
145
Power Outlet
146
What Is the Power Outlet
146
Power Outlet Precautions - 1.5L EcoBoost™
146
Power Outlet Precautions - 2.0L EcoBoost™
146
Locating the Power Outlet
146
Power Outlet Indicators
146
Wireless Accessory Charger
147
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger
147
Wireless Accessory Charger Precautions
147
Locating the Wireless Accessory Charger
147
Charging a Wireless Device
147
Storage
149
Cup Holders
149
Under Seat Storage
149
Glasses Holder
149
Map Pocket
149
Starting and Stopping the Engine
151
General Information
151
Ignition Switch
151
Keyless Starting
151
Starting a Gasoline Engine
152
Engine Block Heater
154
Unique Driving Characteristics
156
Auto-Start-Stop
156
Fuel and Refueling
158
Safety Precautions
158
Fuel Quality
158
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
159
Running Out of Fuel
159
Refueling
161
Fuel Consumption
163
Engine Emission Control
165
Emission Law
165
Catalytic Converter
166
Transmission
169
Automatic Transmission
169
Four-Wheel Drive
175
Principle of Operation
175
Using Four-Wheel Drive
175
Brakes
179
General Information
179
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
179
Electric Parking Brake
180
Hill Start Assist
181
Auto Hold
182
Traction Control
184
Principle of Operation
184
Using Traction Control
184
Stability Control
185
Principle of Operation
185
Using Stability Control
186
Trail Control
187
What Is Trail Control
187
Switching Trail Control On and Off
187
Setting the Trail Control Speed
187
Canceling the Set Speed
188
Trail Control Indicators
188
Trail Control – Troubleshooting
188
Parking Aids
189
Principle of Operation
189
Rear Parking Aid
190
Rear View Camera
191
180 Degree Camera
194
Cruise Control
196
What Is Cruise Control
196
Switching Cruise Control On and Off
196
Setting the Cruise Control Speed
196
Canceling the Set Speed
197
Resuming the Set Speed
197
Cruise Control Indicators
197
Adaptive Cruise Control
198
How Does Adaptive Cruise Control With Stop and Go Work
198
What Is Adaptive Cruise Control With Lane Centering
198
What Is Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control
198
Adaptive Cruise Control Precautions
198
Adaptive Cruise Control Limitations
199
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On and Off
201
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Speed
202
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Gap
203
Canceling the Set Speed
204
Resuming the Set Speed
204
Overriding the Set Speed
204
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicators
204
Switching From Adaptive Cruise Control to Cruise Control
205
Switching Lane Centering On and Off
205
Switching Intelligent Mode On and Off
206
Adjusting the Set Speed Tolerance
207
Adaptive Cruise Control – Troubleshooting
207
Driving Aids
209
Driver Alert
209
Lane Keeping System
210
Blind Spot Information System
214
Cross Traffic Alert
216
Speed Sign Recognition
219
Steering
221
Pre-Collision Assist
221
Drive Mode Control
226
What Is Drive Mode Control
226
Selecting a Drive Mode - 1.5L EcoBoost™
226
Selecting a Drive Mode - 2.0L EcoBoost™
227
Drive Modes
227
Load Carrying
230
Roof Racks and Load Carriers
230
Load Limit
230
Luggage Compartment
236
Adjusting the Luggage Compartment Load Floor
236
Adjusting the Luggage Compartment Divider
236
Towing
238
Towing a Trailer
238
Trailer Sway Control
239
Recommended Towing Weights
239
Essential Towing Checks
240
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
243
Driving Hints
244
Off-Road Driving
244
Breaking-In
251
Driving Economically
251
Floor Mats
251
Roadside Emergencies
253
Roadside Assistance
253
Hazard Flashers
254
Fuel Shutoff
254
Jump Starting the Vehicle
255
Post-Crash Alert System
256
Transporting the Vehicle
256
Towing Points
257
Customer Assistance
258
Getting the Services You Need
258
In California (U.S. Only)
259
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
260
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
261
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
261
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
263
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
263
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
263
Fuses
265
Fuse Box Locations
265
Fuse Specification Chart
265
Changing a Fuse
272
Maintenance
274
General Information
274
Opening and Closing the Hood
274
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™
275
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™
276
Engine Oil Dipstick
277
Engine Oil Check
277
Oil Change Indicator Reset
278
Changing the Engine Air Filter
279
Engine Coolant Check
280
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
284
Brake Fluid Check
284
Power Steering Fluid Check
285
Changing the 12V Battery
285
Adjusting the Headlamps
287
Washer Fluid Check
288
Fuel Filter
288
Checking the Wiper Blades
289
Changing the Front Wiper Blades
289
Changing the Rear Wiper Blades
289
Changing a Bulb
290
Vehicle Care
292
General Information
292
Cleaning Products
292
Cleaning the Exterior
293
Waxing
294
Cleaning the Engine
294
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
295
Cleaning the Interior
295
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
296
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
297
Cleaning the Wheels
297
Vehicle Storage
297
Wheels and Tires
300
General Information
300
Tire Care
302
Using Snow Chains
315
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
315
Changing a Road Wheel
319
Technical Specifications
325
Capacities and Specifications
326
Engine Specifications - 1.5L EcoBoost™
326
Engine Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™
326
Vehicle Dimensions
327
Motorcraft Parts - 1.5L EcoBoost™
328
Motorcraft Parts - 2.0L EcoBoost™
328
Bulb Specification Chart
329
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 2.0L EcoBoost™
331
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 1.5L EcoBoost™
332
Cooling System Capacity and Specification - 2.0L EcoBoost™
334
Cooling System Capacity and Specification - 1.5L EcoBoost™
335
Fuel Tank Capacity
335
Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification - 2.0L EcoBoost™
336
Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification - 1.5L EcoBoost™
337
Washer Fluid Specification
337
Brake Fluid Specification
338
Vehicle Identification
339
Vehicle Identification Number
339
Connected Vehicle
340
What Is a Connected Vehicle
340
Connected Vehicle Requirements
340
Connected Vehicle Limitations
340
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network - Vehicles With: Modem
340
Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Network - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
340
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting - Vehicles With: Modem
341
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
342
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
344
Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
344
Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot Name or Password
344
Audio System
345
General Information
345
Audio Unit
345
Digital Radio
347
Satellite Radio
349
USB Port
352
SYNC™ 3
353
General Information
353
Using Voice Recognition
355
Entertainment
362
Phone
372
Navigation
373
Apps
379
Settings
381
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
383
Accessories
396
Accessories
396
Ford Protect
397
Ford Protect
397
Scheduled Maintenance
399
General Maintenance Information
399
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
402
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
405
Appendices
408
Electromagnetic Compatibility
408
End User License Agreement
411
Declaration of Conformity
436
Type Approvals
437
Index
456

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