FORD ECOSPORT Quick Reference Guide

About This Quick Reference Guide

We have created this guide to help you get to know certain features of your vehicle quickly. It only containsbasic instructions to get you started and is not a substitute for the Owner's Manual.You must read the full instructions in the Owner's Manual along with all the warnings. The more that youknow about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from driving it.Thank you for choosing Ford.

WARNINGAlways drive with due care and attention when using and operating the controls and features onyour vehicle.

Note: This guide describes product features and options available throughout the range, sometimes evenbefore they are generally available. It may describe options not fitted to your vehicle.Note: Some of the illustrations in this guide may be used for different models, so may appear different toyour vehicle. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.Note: Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable laws and regulations.The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest ofcontinuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at any timewithout notice or obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in aretrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission.Errors and omissions excepted.© Ford Motor Company 2013

All rights reserved.Part Number: CG3605en 08/2013 20130816152239

INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW

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Air vents.ADirection indicators.BInstrument cluster.CWiper lever.DInformation and entertainmentdisplay.

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Audio unit.FDoor lock button.GHazard warning flasher switch.HClimate controls.IPassenger airbag deactivationwarning lamp.

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Start button.KCruise control switches.LIgnition switch.MHorn.NSteering wheel adjustment.OAudio control.PHood release lever.QLighting control.R

FASTENING THE SAFETYBELTS

Pull the belt out steadily. Hold the tongueand let it retract completely and smoothlyto its stowed position.

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING

Unlock button.ALock button.B

Unlocking Your VehiclePress the button to unlock thedriver door. The directionindicators will flash once.

Press the button again within three secondsto unlock all the doors and the tailgate. Thedirection indicators will flash once.

Locking Your VehiclePress the button to lock all thedoors and the tailgate. Thedirection indicators will flash

once.

Power Door Locks

The power door lock control is located onthe instrument panel near the radio.

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• Press the button to lock all the doorsand the tailgate.

• Press the button again to unlock all thedoors and the tailgate.

KEYLESS ENTRYGeneral Information

WARNINGThe system may not function if thekey is close to metal objects orelectronic devices such as cell

phones.

The system will not function if:• Your vehicle battery has no charge.• The passive key frequencies are

jammed.• The passive key battery is flat.Note: If the system does not function, youwill need to use the key blade to lock andunlock your vehicle.The system allows you to operate yourvehicle without the use of a key or remotecontrol.

Passive locking and unlocking requires avalid passive key to be located within oneof the two external detection ranges. Theseare located approximately five feet (oneand a half meters) from the front doorhandles.

Passive KeyYour vehicle can be locked and unlockedwith the passive key. You can use thepassive key as a remote control.

Locking Your Vehicle

WARNINGYour vehicle does not lock itselfautomatically. If you do not press alocking button your vehicle will

remain unlocked.

Locking buttons are located on each of thefront doors.For central locking and to arm the alarm:• Press a locking button once.Note: Your vehicle will remain locked forapproximately three seconds. When thedelay period is over, you can open the doorsagain, provided the passive key is within therespective detection range.Two short flashes of the direction indicatorsconfirms that all the doors have beenlocked and that the alarm has been armed.

Unlocking Your VehicleNote: Your vehicle remains locked for longerthan three days, the system will enter anenergy-saving mode. This is to reduce thedischarge of your vehicle battery. When yourvehicle is unlocked while in this mode, thereaction time of the system may be a littlelonger than normal. To exit the energy-savingmode, unlock your vehicle.

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Press a locking button once.Note: A valid passive key must be locatedwithin the detection range of that door.One long flash of the direction indicatorsconfirms that all the doors have beenunlocked and that the alarm has beendisarmed.

Unlocking Only the Driver's DoorIf the unlocking function is reprogrammedso that only the driver’s door is unlockedNote the following:If the driver’s door is the first door which isopened, the other doors will remain locked.All the other doors can be unlocked frominside your vehicle by pressing the unlockbutton on the instrument panel. For itemlocation: Doors can be unlocked individuallyby pulling the interior door handles on thosedoors.If the front passenger's door is the first doorwhich is opened, all the doors will beunlocked.

Disabled KeysAny keys left inside your vehicle interiorwhen it is locked will be disabled.You cannot use a disabled key to switchthe ignition on or start the engine.You must enable all passive keys again inorder to use them.To enable all your passive keys, unlock yourvehicle using a passive key or the remotecontrol unlocking function.All passive keys will then be enabled if youswitch the ignition on or your vehicle isstarted using a valid key.

Locking and Unlocking the Doorswith the Key Blade (If Equipped)

1. Carefully remove the cover.2. Remove the key blade and insert it into

the lock.Note: Only the driver's door handle has alock cylinder.

TAILGATEOpening the Tailgate

Note: You must unlock your vehicle in orderto open the tailgate.1. Unlock your vehicle.2. Press the button located on the

right-hand tail lamp and open thetailgate.

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ADJUSTING THE STEERINGWHEEL

1. Unlock the steering column.2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired

position.

3. Lock the steering column.

AUTOWIPERS

Maximum autowipe.AOn.BMinimum autowipe.C

The wipers will function when the rainsensor detects water on the windshield.The rain sensor will continue to monitor theamount of water on the windshield andadjust the speed of the wipersautomatically. Use the rotary control toadjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor.

AUTOLAMPS

The headlamps will switch on and offautomatically in low light situations orduring poor weather.

POWER WINDOWSTo reduce wind noise or buffeting when justone window is open, open the oppositewindow slightly.

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Resetting the Bounce-Back FeatureIf you have disconnected the battery, youmust reset the bounce-back memoryseparately for each window.1. Lift and hold the switch until the

window is fully closed.2. Release the switch.3. Lift the switch again for one more

second.4. Press and hold the switch until the

window is fully open.5. Release the switch.6. Lift and hold the switch until the

window is fully closed.7. Open the window and then try to close

it automatically.8. Reset and repeat the procedure if the

window does not close automatically.

EXTERIOR MIRRORSPower Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)

Left-hand mirrorAOffBRight-hand mirrorC

Move in the direction of the arrows to tiltthe mirror.

TRIP COMPUTER

Press the button to scroll through thedisplays.You can reset the trip, average fuelconsumption and average speed. Scroll tothe required display, then press and holdthe button, this will reset the trip computer.The trip computer includes the followinginformation displays:

TemperatureIndicates the outside ambient temperature.

Trip OdometerRegisters the distance traveledof individual journeys.

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Distance to EmptyIndicates the approximatedistance your vehicle will travelon the fuel remaining in the tank.The distance to empty displayedmay vary depending on drivingstyle and road conditions.

Average Fuel ConsumptionIndicates the average fuelconsumption since the functionwas last reset.

Instantaneous Fuel ConsumptionIndicates the current fuelconsumption.

Stationary Fuel ConsumptionIndicates the current fuelconsumption while stationary.

Average SpeedIndicates the average speedcalculated since the function waslast reset.

Distance OdometerRegisters the total distance yourvehicle has traveled.

HINTS ON CONTROLLING THEINTERIOR CLIMATEHeating the Interior Quickly1. Adjust the fan speed to the highest

speed setting.2. Adjust the temperature control to the

highest setting.3. Press the footwell button to distribute

air to the footwell air vents.

Recommended Settings forHeating1. Press the AUTO button.2. Adjust the temperature control setting

to the desired setting.

Cooling the Interior Quickly1. Press the AUTO button.2. Adjust the temperature control setting

to low.

Recommended Settings for Cooling1. Press the AUTO button.2. Adjust the temperature control to the

desired setting.3. Open all instrument panel air vents and

direct as desired.

Windshield and Side WindowDefrosting or Defogging in ColdWeather1. Press the maximum windshield

defrosting and defogging button.2. Adjust the temperature control to the

desired setting.3. Direct the outboard instrument panel

air vents toward the side windows.

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MANUAL SEATSMoving the Seat Backward andForward

Adjusting the Height of the DriverSeat

Recline Adjustment

STARTING AND STOPPING THEENGINE - 1.0L ECOBOOST™Our range of three-cylinder engines sounddifferent to the four-cylinder engine thatyou may have become used to. It may takea little time for you to get used to thisdifferent sound.

STARTING THE ENGINEVehicles With ManualTransmissionNote: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.Note: Releasing the clutch pedal while theengine is starting will stop the enginecranking and return to ignition on.1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.Note: Vehicles with push button start: Brieflypress the button.2. Start the engine.

Vehicles With AutomaticTransmissionNote: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.Note: Releasing the brake pedal while theengine is starting will stop the enginecranking and return to ignition on.1. Move the transmission selector lever to

position P or N.2. Fully depress the brake pedal.Note: Vehicles with push button start: Brieflypress the button.3. Start the engine.

Vehicles With a Diesel EngineNote: Engine cranking will not commenceuntil the engine glow plug indicator hasextinguished. This may take several secondsin extremely cold conditions.

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Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Moving - Vehicles WithPush Button Start1. Press and hold the button for at least

one second or press it three times withintwo seconds.

2. Move the transmission selector lever toposition N and use the brakes to bringyour vehicle to a safe stop.

3. When your vehicle has stopped, movethe transmission selector lever toposition P or N and switch the ignitionoff.

HILL START ASSISTThe system makes it easier to pull awaywhen your vehicle is on a slope without theneed to use the parking brake.When the system is active, your vehicle willremain stationary on the slope for two tothree seconds after you release the brakepedal. This allows you time to move yourfoot from the brake to the acceleratorpedal. The brakes are releasedautomatically once the engine hasdeveloped sufficient drive to prevent yourvehicle from rolling down the slope.

HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKESNote: When the system is operating, thebrake pedal will pulse and may travel further.Maintain pressure on the brake pedal. Youmay also hear a noise from the system. Thisis normal.The anti-lock braking system will noteliminate the risks when:• you drive too closely to the vehicle in

front of you• your vehicle is hydroplaning• you take corners too fast• the road surface is poor.

USING CRUISE CONTROLSwitching Cruise Control On

Setting a Speed

Press to store and maintain your currentspeed. The cruise control indicator willilluminate.

Changing the Set Speed

AccelerateADecelerateB

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Cancelling the Set SpeedPress the brake pedal or the CAN RESswitch.

Resuming the Set Speed

Switching Cruise Control Off

GENERAL DRIVING POINTSWindows - Frequently AskedQuestionsNote: It is recommended to close thewindows completely to reduce wind noise,improve passenger comfort, air conditioningperformance and fuel consumption duringdriving.

Why Is The Interior Noisy WhilstDriving?When your car is moving with the windowsopened, the passenger compartmentbecomes a vacuum. The car body and thevacuum creates a resonance whichgenerates noise.To reduce wind noise or buffeting when justone window is open, open the oppositewindow slightly.

Under What Conditions Will The NoisesBe More Audible While Driving?• Driving on a concrete road.• Driving through tunnels or between

barriers.• Driving through strong winds and in cold

weather.• Driving at high speed.• Driving over speed humps.• Incorrect tire inflation pressure.

ECONOMICAL DRIVINGThe following will help to improve fuelconsumption.Check your tire pressures regularly tooptimize fuel economy.

Gear ShiftingUse the highest drivable gear appropriatefor the road conditions.

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AnticipationAdjust your vehicle speed and the distanceto other vehicles without the need for heavybraking or acceleration.

Efficient SpeedHigher speeds use more fuel. Reduce yourcruising speed on open roads.

MAINTENANCE

WARNINGKeep your hands and clothing clearof the engine cooling fan.

Note: Under certain conditions, the fan maycontinue to run for several minutes after youhave switched the engine off.

OPENING AND CLOSING THEHOOD

Pull the hood release handle.

CLEANING THE EXTERIOR

WARNINGSome car wash installations usewater at high pressure. This coulddamage certain parts of your vehicle.

We recommend that you wash your vehiclewith a sponge and lukewarm watercontaining a car shampoo.

Cleaning the HeadlampsWARNINGS

Do not scrape the headlamp lensesor use abrasives, alcoholic solventsor chemical solvents to clean them.Do not wipe the headlamps whenthey are dry.

Cleaning the Rear WindowWARNING

Do not scrape the inside of the rearwindow or use abrasives or chemicalsolvents to clean it.

Use a clean, lint free cloth or a dampchamois leather to clean the inside of therear window.

Body Paintwork PreservationWe recommend that you wax the paintworkonce or twice a year.

CLEANING THE INTERIORNote: Do not allow air fresheners and handsanitizers to spill on interior surfaces. If a spilloccurs, wipe off immediately. Damage maynot be covered by your warranty.

Safety BeltsWARNINGS

Do not use abrasives, or chemicalsolvents to clean them.Do not allow moisture to penetratethe safety belt retractor mechanism.

Clean them with interior cleaner or waterapplied with a soft sponge. Let them drynaturally, away from artificial heat.

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Instrument Cluster Screens, LCDScreens and Radio Screens

WARNINGDo not use abrasives, alcoholicsolvents or chemical solvents to cleanthem.

Rear WindowsWARNING

Do not use any abrasive materials toclean the interior of the rear windows.

Note: Do not install stickers or labels to theinterior of the rear windows.

CLEANING THE ALLOY WHEELSAlloy wheels and wheel covers are coatedwith a clear coat paint finish. To maintaintheir condition we recommend that you:• Clean them weekly with the

recommended wheel and tire cleaner.• Use a sponge to remove heavy deposits

of dirt and brake dust accumulation.• Rinse them thoroughly with a

pressurized stream of water when youhave completed the cleaning process.

We recommend that you use Ford servicewheel cleaner. Make sure that you read andfollow the manufacturer’s instructions.Using other non-recommended cleaningproducts can result in severe andpermanent cosmetic damage.

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