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Ford 2009 Flex Automobile User Manual

1. The tires should also be balanced periodically An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle will help your tires wear more evenly providing better tire performance and longer tire life 146 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading e Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles front tires at top of diagram YXVNAN lt q ZZ VAAN Z YVAAANAA YVAAANAA rs Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires Note If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation Note Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire wheel A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall
2. 86 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Tip slide front passenger seat if equipped Lift the control and fold the seatback forward The seat can be slid forward to allow easier entry to the rear seats Slide the seat back and fold back the seatback until it locks with a distinct click Rock the seat to ensure that the catch is securely engaged WARNING Do not place objects behind the seat which could prevent the engagement of the seat lock REAR SEATS Rear head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with rear head restraints that are vertically adjustable Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint A 7 87 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve release button and pushing down on the head restraint lt 4 _ ro For details about the individual components of the head restraints and about how to remove the head restraints refer to Adjustable head restraints at the beginning of this chapter Folding down the rear seat One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space To lower the seatback s from inside the vehicle do the following 1 Lower the head restraint if equipped to the lowest position 2 Pull the strap located on the inboard side of the seatback p
3. Entertainment Systems category appears in the display After a category is selected press W to search for that specific category of channels only i e ROCK You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels Press OK to close and return to the main menu e SONG SEEK MENU Press OK to enter song seek menu Press W to scroll through the following options a SAVE THIS SONG Press OK to save the currently playing song s title in the system s memory If you try to save something other than a song CANT SAVE will appear in the display When the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel the system will alert you with an audible prompt Press OK while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song You can save up to 20 song titles If you attempt to save more than 20 titles the display will read REPLACE SONG Press OK to access the saved titles and press A v to cycle through the saved titles When the song title appears in the display that you would like to replace press OK SONG REPLACED will appear in the display b DELETE A SONG Press OK to delete a song from the system s memory Press A v to cycle through the saved songs When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete press OK The song will appear in the display for confirmation Press OK again and the display will read SONG DELETED If you do not wa
4. If the airbag readiness lamp is lit do the following The driver and or adult passengers should check for any objects that may be lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat If objects are lodged and or cargo is interfering with the seat please take the following steps to remove the obstruction e Pull the vehicle over e Turn the vehicle off e Driver and or adult passengers should check for any objects lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat Remove the obstruction s Gf found Restart the vehicle e Wait at least two minutes and verify that the airbag readiness lamp is no longer illuminated If the airbag readiness lamp remains illuminated this may or may not be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities contact the Ford Customer 110 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this Owner s Guide WARNING Any alteration modification to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system Determining if the system is operational The supplemental restraint syste
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6. WARNING Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the Ge instrument panel and all applicable Cs switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation Move the control to the full upright position past detent to turn on the interior lamps G000000000000000000 9000000000000000000 9000000000000000000 9000000000000000000 0000000000000000000 0000000000000000000 0000000000000000000 9000000000000000000 Note If the battery is disconnected discharged or a new battery is installed the dimmer switch requires re calibration Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full dome on position to reset This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions 40 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Lights AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by your authorized dealer Vertical aim adjustment 1 Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface approximately 25 feet 7
7. 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing authorized dealer 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center In order to help you serve you better please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center e Vehicle Identification Number VIN e Your telephone number home and business e The name of the authorized dealer and city where located e The vehicle s current odometer reading In some states you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state s warranty laws Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states 206 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance In the United States a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act or to the extent allowed by state law before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights or other rights which are independent of the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws IN CALIFORNIA U S ONLY California Civil Code Sect
8. 162 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1 Off locks the steering wheel automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal This position also shuts the engine and La all electrical accessories off 2 Accessory allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running 3 On all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 4 Start cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system This system meets all Canadian Interference Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter WARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage WARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire WARNING Do not st
9. 3 Slowly drive the vehicle in a gt circle less than 3 mph 5 km h until the CAL display changes to the 6 39 direction value N S E W etc It may take up to five circles to 3 complete calibration 4 The compass is now calibrated CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle has a variety of console features These include ran e Cupholders e Utility compartment WARNING Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision AUXILIARY POWER POINT 12VDC Power outlet is designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty The auxiliary power points are located on the instrument panel ZA Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element if equipped To prevent the fuse from being blown do not use the power point s over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC 180W If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working a fuse may have blown Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses 51 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls To have full capacity usage of your power point the engine is required to be running
10. Low tire pressure warning Iluminates when your tire pressure is low If the light remains on at start up or while driving the tire pressure should be checked Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter When the ignition is first turned to on the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working If the light does not turn on or begins to flash have the system inspected by your authorized dealer For O 15 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster more information on this system refer to Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Iluminates when the AdvanceTrac Traction Control is turned off and will flash when active If the light remains on have the system serviced immediately refer to the Driving chapter for more information Throttle Control Transmission Iluminates when a powertrain fault A has been detected Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible AdvanceTrac Traction Control system if equipped Low fuel lluminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter Door ajar Illuminates when the M ignition is in the on position and any door is open Ly Turn signal Iluminates when the left or right turn signal or the gt hazard lights are turned on If the indicators stay on or flash faster check
11. One touch down AUTO Allows the driver s window to open fully without holding the control down Push the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly The window will open fully Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation Window lock if equipped The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows To lock out all the window controls except for the driver s press the right side of the control Press the left side to restore the window controls INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from SIDE to SIDE WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with pS an interior rear view mirror which has an auto dimming function The electronic day night mirror will Co change from the normal high eD reflective state to the non glare darkened state when bright lights glare reach the mirror When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle it will automatically adjust darken to minimize glare The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R Reverse to ensure a bright clear view when backing up 53 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Dri
12. Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended there is an 8 inch 20 cm safety belt extension assembly that can be added part number 611022 This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended WARNING Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Safety belt warning light and indicator chime A The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts Conditions of operation The driver s safety belt is not The safety belt warning light buckled before the ignition illuminates 1 2 minutes and the switch is turned to the on warning chime sounds 4 8 seconds position The driver s safety belt is The safety belt warning light and buckled while the indicator warning chime turn off light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The driver s safety belt is The safety belt warning light and buckled before the ignition indicator chime remain off switch is turned to the on position Belt Minder The Belt Minder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function This feature provides a
13. s door If this information is not found on these labels then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could cause steering suspension axle or transfer case power transfer unit failure If you have questions regarding tire replacement contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible 144 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading WARNING When mounting replacement tires and wheels you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated re lubricate and try again When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi greater than the maximum pressure on the tire sidewall the following precautions must be taken to protect the person mounting the tire 1 Make sure that you have the correct tire and wheel size 2 Lubricate the tire bead and wheel bead seat area again 3 Stand at a minimum of 12 ft 3 66 m away from the tire wheel assembly 4 Use both eye and ear protection For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi greater than the maximum press
14. 198 203 205 211 212 Table of Contents Cleaning 213 Maintenance and Specifications 220 Engine compartment 223 Engine oil 225 Battery 227 Engine coolant 229 Fuel information 235 Air filter s 249 Part numbers 251 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 252 Engine data 254 Accessories 258 Index 260 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2008 Ford Motor Company 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website e In the United States www ford com e In Canada www ford ca e In Australia www ford com au e In Mexico www ford com mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to
15. Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle This re cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle Press the MAX A C button again for normal A C operation 13 A C Press to activate deactivate air conditioning Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency A C engages automatically in MAX A C G87 defrost and Y floor defrost 14 ail Driver heated seat control if equipped Press to activate deactivate the driver heated seat See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter Operating tips e To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather select QY defrost or GA floor defrost To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle do not drive with the system off or with recirculated air engaged and A C off e Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats e Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield e To improve the time to reach comfort in hot weather drive with the windows slightly open for 2 3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been aired out 37 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Climate Controls During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time i
16. For further information on this feature refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC supplement or Navigation system supplement 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC Those frequencies are AM 530 540 1700 1710 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz Radio reception factors There are three factors that can affect radio reception e Distance strength The further you travel from an FM station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you pass a broadcast tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed CD CD player care Do e Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface e Inspect discs before playing e Clean only with an approved CD cleaner e Wipe discs from the center out Dont e Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time e Clean using a circular motion 30 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems CD units are designed t
17. If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you contact FORD MOTOR COMPANY FORD EXPORT OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S A Telephone 813 594 4857 FAX 813 390 0804 Email expcac ford com If you are in another foreign country contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer employees cannot help you they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U S or Canada register your vehicle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations Customers in the U S should call 1 800 392 3673 210 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio contact Helm Incorporated at HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 Or to order a free publication catalog call toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST Helm Incorporated can also be reached by their website www helminc com Cltems in this catalog may be purchased by credit card check or money order Obtaining a French owner s guide French Owner s Guides can be obtained
18. Press and release the SET control to operate the Tap Up function Each tap will increase the set speed by 1 mph 1 6 km h e Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control Reducing speed while using speed control There are three ways to reduce a set speed e Press and hold the SET control until you get to the desired speed then release the control Press and release the SET control to operate the Tap Down function Each tap will decrease the set speed by 1 mph 1 6 km h 56 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls e Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached press the SET control Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control e Press the speed control OFF control e Turn off the ignition Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED Radio control features Press MEDIA to select e AM FM1 FM2 or CD e SATI SAT2 or SATS Satellite Radio mode if equipped e LINE IN Auxiliary input jack Cif equipped 57 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls In AM FM1 or FM2 mode e Press lt q PP to access the next previous preset station In Satellite radio mode C
19. Provides engine braking Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O D to other gears Examples heavy city traffic where continuous shifting in and out of overdrive occurs hilly terrain heavy loads trailer towing and when engine braking is required O D OFF lamp in the instrument cluster is illuminated To return to O D overdrive mode press the transmission 0 D OFF control switch The O D OFF lamp in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 179 Driving e O D overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off L Low This position e Provides increased engine braking during downhill mountain driving e Provides extended shift scheduling allowing both upshifts and downshifts at a higher overall RPM to provide optimum engine braking Is not intended for use under extended or normal driving conditions and results in lower fuel economy If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear If necessary try turning the Traction Control system off This will allow the wheels to spin which may help to free your stuck vehicle For more information refer to Traction Control in this chapter Do not rock the vehi
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21. T amp RA that is intended for temporary service on cars SUVs minivans and light trucks 2 145 Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Location of the tire label You will find a Tire Label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to O the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the 152 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pre
22. WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules seat belt pretensioners and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break in Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of new vehicle operation Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle s New Vehicle Limited Warranty refer to the Warranty Guide Custo
23. WARNING Never place or allow a child to place the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision WARNING Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets unattended in your vehicle 121 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Transporting children Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their age height and weight All children are shaped differently The child height age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or on the internet at http www nhtsa dot gov Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the child is the proper height age and weight as specified by your child safety seat or booster manufacturer fits the
24. metal portion of the tongue so that it is parallel to the webbing and slide the tongue upward 3 Provide enough lap belt length so that the tongue can reach the buckle How to fasten the cinch tongue 1 Pull the combination lap and shoulder belt from the retractor so that the shoulder belt portion of the safety belt crosses your shoulder and chest 2 Be sure the belt is not twisted If the belt is twisted remove the twist 3 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for your seating position until you hear a snap and feel it latch 4 Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on the tongue WARNING The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips not across the waist WARNING Front and rear seat occupants including pregnant women should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident 96 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person While you are fastened in the safety belt the combination lap shoulder belt with a cinch tongu
25. tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning Built in treadwear indicators or wear bars which look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn Ti down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm aa 7 y When the tire tread wears down to the same height as these wear bars the tire is worn out and must be replaced Damage Periodically inspect the tire treads and sidewalls for damage such as bulges in the tread or sidewalls cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread or sidewall If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional Tires can be damaged during off road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended WARNING Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather storage conditions and conditions of use load speed inflation pressure etc the tires experience throughout their lives In general tires should be replaced after six years regardless of tread wear However heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used 143 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading U S DOT Tir
26. trademark MOTOR OIL Use SAE 5W 20 engine oil Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee ILSAC comprised of U S and Japanese automobile manufacturers To protect your engine and engine s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 or an equivalent SAE 5W 20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS M2C930 A SAE 5W 20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in this section for more information Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty 226 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications start up engine noises or knock may be experienced It is rec
27. 71 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS e When these locks are set the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside e The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors e Insert the key and turn to the lock position key horizontal to engage the childproof locks Insert the key and turn to the unlock position key vertical to disengage the childproof locks INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle 72 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus To open the luggage compartment door lid from within the luggage compartment pull the illuminated T shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light The T shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door lid or inside the luggage com
28. Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications light R or check fuel cap message may not reset immediately it may take several driving cycles for the check fuel cap light R or check fuel cap message to turn off A driving cycle consists of an engine start up after four or more hours with the engine off followed by city and highway driving Continuing to drive with the check fuel cap light R or check fuel cap message on may cause the K light to turn on as well If you must replace the fuel filler cap replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford Motorcraft or other certified fuel filler cap is not used WARNING The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others WARNING If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in personal injury bp Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 10 ethanol Do not use fuel ethanol E85 diesel methanol leaded fuel or any other fuel The use of leaded fuel is prohib
29. LATCH system or both you can attach the top tether strap Perform the following steps to install a child safety seat with tether anchors 1 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat For vehicles with adjustable head restraints route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback 132 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 2 Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position I pm N 3 Open the tether anchor cover PNI 4 Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 5 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases Child booster seats The belt positioning booster booster seat is used to improve the fit of the vehicle safety belt Children outgrow a typical child seat e g convertible or toddler seat when they weigh about 40 lb 18 kg and are around four 4 years of age Consult your child safety seat owner guide for the weight height and age limits specific to your child safety seat Keep your child in the child safety seat if it properly
30. P metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi 87 psi 2 5 bar for Metric tires Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire s load carrying capability Extra load A class of P metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 41 psi 48 psi 2 9 bar for Metric tires 139 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire s load carrying capability e kPa Kilopascal a metric unit of air pressure e PSI Pounds per square inch a standard unit of air pressure e Cold inflation pressure The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an hour or more and prior to the vehicle being driven for 1 mile 1 6 km e Recommended inflation pressure The cold inflation pressure found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door B pillar The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door e Bead area of the tire Area of the tire next to the rim Sidewall of the tire Area between the bead area and the tread e Tread area of the tire Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle e Rim The metal support wheel for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire
31. Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to find the nearest authorized dealer In the United States Mailing Address Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P O Box 6248 Dearborn MI 48121 Telephone 1 800 392 3673 FORD TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 Online Additional information and resources are available online at www genuineservice com e U S dealer locator by Dealer Name City State or Zip Code e Owner Guides e Maintenance Schedules e Recalls Ford Extended Service Plans e Ford Genuine Accessories e Service specials and promotions 205 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance In Canada Mailing Address Ford vehicles Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1 800 565 3673 FORD Online www ford ca Mailing Address Lincoln vehicles Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1 800 387 9333 Online www lincolncanada com Additional Assistance If you have questions or concerns or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps
32. SELECT TRACK Enter the desired track number using the memory preset buttons 0 9 The system will then begin playing that track In MP3 folder mode Press DIRECT and the memory preset buttons 0 9 of the desired folder The system will advance to that specific folder 22 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems TEXT In MP3 mode only Press TEXT repeatedly to view Album AL Folder FL Song SO and Artist AR in the display if available In TEXT MODE Sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed When the lt gt indicator is active press TEXT and then press A SEEK TRACK gt to view the additional display text COMPRESSION Press MENU repeatedly until COMPRESSION ON OFF appears in the display Use lt q SEEK TRACK gt to toggle between ON OFF When COMPRESSION is ON the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level SHUFFLE Press MENU repeatedly until SHUFFLE ON OFF appears in the display Use lt Q SEEK TRACK gt to toggle between ON OFF If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away press lt q SEEK TRACK gt to begin random play Otherwise random play will begin when the current track is finished playing The system will only shuffle the currently playing disc Satellite Radio if equipped Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for a
33. Safety restraints 89 92 97 Belt Minder ccecce 98 extension assembly 005 98 for adults cccc cece 93 96 for children 000 ceeeeeeee 118 Occupant Classification DETISOF sceiisisvsnseeresnssdcsuecersimessaaaas 90 warning light and chime 98 Safety restraints LATCH ATICHOTS ccs A E O 129 Safety seats for children 123 Safety Compliance Certification Label 00000000 255 Satellite Radio Gf equipped 19 Satellite Radio Information 32 264 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus SEANS saaa ANAA PAE E 81 child safety seats 0 0 123 Een E P E 86 SecuriLock passive anti theft SEINE 0 EE E E EE 78 Servicing your vehicle 220 Side air curtain 114 Spark plugs specifications 251 254 255 Specification chart lupri attS susene a 252 Speed control ceeeeeeeeeeeeee 54 Starting your vehicle sorrienni 163 164 166 jump Starting 0 ee 198 Steering wheel COMULOIS sasea 57 GINE ren E NTAN 49 Stereo GD MP3 4s ccsncncsacscsadveesdsceceanaecanese 19 OYN OO onenean EEEIEI 35 T Tilt steering wheel 49 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Tires Wheels and Loading 152 NTRGS irina eku 138 139 alignment ser igrereeieer 146 GALS orere EET 142 Changing casctectvrianccseats Gateiebcters 194 checking the pressure 142 MIANA ea e
34. Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience 1 Press the ON control and release it 2 Accelerate to the desired speed 3 Press the SET control and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 5 The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on Note e Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph 16 km h below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control e Depress the brake pedal or e Depress the clutch pedal if equipped Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed 55 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls Note When you use the clutch pedal to disengage the speed control the engine speed may briefly increase this is normal Resuming a set speed Press the RESUME control and release it This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed Increasing speed while using speed control There are three ways to set a higher speed e Press and hold the SET control until you get to the desired speed then release the control
35. To open the moon roof Press and release the SLIDE control The moon roof will open to the i comfort position Press and release the control again to fully open Press the switch again to stop the moon roof WARNING When closing the moon roof you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening To close the moon roof Pull and release the SLIDE control the moon roof will close automatically Press the switch again to stop the moon roof Bounce back When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roof opening as the moon roof is closing the moon roof will automatically open and stop at a prescribed position Bounce back override To override bounce back function pull and hold the SLIDE switch within two seconds of a bounce back event The closing force will begin to increase each time the moon roof is closed for the first three closing cycles with bounce back active For example Bounce back can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the moon roof or seals 59 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls To vent the moon roof Press and release the TILT control the moon roof will move to the vent position automatically from any moon roof position Press the switch again to stop the moon roof Pull and hold the TILT control to close the moon roof The moon roof has a
36. a height of at least 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall around age eight to age twelve and between 40 Ib 18 kg and 80 lb 86 kg or upward to 100 lb 45 kg if recommended by your child restraint manufacturer Many state and provincial laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall or 80 lb 86 kg Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions when seated without a booster seat e Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat cushion Can the child sit without slouching Does the lap belt rest low across the hips Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest e Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip 134 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Types of booster seats There are generally two types of belt positioning booster seats backless and high back Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap shoulder belt e Backless booster seats If your backless booster seat has a removable shield remove the shield If a vehicle seating position has a low seat back or no head restraint a backless booster seat may place your child s head as measured at the tops of the ears above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to a
37. affairs However drivers must not compromise their own or others safety when using such equipment Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits Mobile Communication Equipment includes but is not limited to cellular phones pagers portable email devices in vehicle communications systems telematics devices and portable two way radios WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road The driver s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so Export unique Non United States Canada vehicle specific information For your particular global region your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner s Guide A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book By referring to the market unique supplement if provided you can properly identify those features recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle This Owner s Guide is written primarily for the U S an
38. caaetes 140 label sikpoirendun 152 TEPIACING seron eio 144 VOUAGING sdana ienaa 146 safety practices c0ceee 145 sidewall information 147 snow tires and chains 157 Spare TPE ssssesceivecavsvessueeredessdees 192 terminology sereset 139 tire grades seiereisneinr ni 139 TEAM WEAP sscssecteessccceateteses 138 143 TOWING o eeeceeeseeeeeeeeeeeetteeseeeeees 161 recreational towing 162 trailer towing oseese 161 WIECKER fs 2ccccnesssesanstcenacesestesawons 203 Traction control ccc 170 Transaxle lubricant specifications 252 Transmission automatic operation 177 brake shift interlock BSD 177 fluid checking and adding automatic errcnesrrctacni 247 fluid checking and adding manual weiss sireni 249 fluid refill capacities 252 manual operation 180 Tunk Seco cote eet ces cessacseeesatteeaceeeey 72 remote release ccceeeseeees 76 Tarn signal cvcssciisecdeenees tivernetnaey 42 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Index U USB POLU direii nirna 29 Vv Vehicle Identification Number CVIIND eer Eee E A 256 Vehicle loading ceeee 157 Ventilating your vehicle 166 WwW Warning lights see Lights 12 Washer fluid restinni 224 Water Driving through 182 Windows DOWEL ss esietscediedieiiecs nacessestecadlacee 52 Windshield washer fl
39. damaged Note Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle Refer to the Climate controls chapter for more information Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles with manual transmissions If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission shifting the transmission into neutral N permits flat towing all wheels on the ground for pulling behind a motorhome Before you tow your vehicle e Release the parking brake e Move the gearshift to the neutral position e Turn the key in the ignition to the off position e The maximum recommended speed is 70 mph 113 km h e The maximum recommended distance is unlimited e The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure no damage is done to the internal transmission components In addition it is recommended that you follow the instructions provided by the aftermarket manufacturer of the towing equipment if provided In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles with automatic transmissions Do not tow the vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground It is recommended to tow your vehicle with the front drive wheels on a dolly or with all four 4 wheels off the ground on a car hauling trailer In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter
40. e emergency travel expense reimbursement e travel planning benefits In Canada for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty s Roadside Assistance expiring For more information and enrollment contact 1 877 294 2582 or visit our website at www ford ca Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference In the United States this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment In Canada the card is found in the Customer Information Guide in the glove compartment U S Ford Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance call 1 800 241 3673 Canadian customers who require roadside assistance call 1 800 665 2006 If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles To obtain reimbursement information U S Ford Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 800 241 3673 Customers will be asked to submit their original receipts Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information call 1 800 665 2006 184 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flasher is located on the steering column just behind the steering wheel The hazard flashers will oper
41. fits the child remains appropriate for their weight height and age AND if properly secured to the vehicle 133 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Although the lap shoulder belt will provide some protection children who have outgrown a typical child seat are still too small for lap shoulder belts to fit properly and wearing an improperly fitted vehicle safety belt could increase the risk of serious injury in a crash To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt positioning booster Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap shoulder safety belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably at the edge of the cushion while minimizing slouching Booster seats may also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably Try to keep the belt near the middle of the shoulder and across the center of the chest Moving the child closer a few centimeters or inches to the center of the vehicle but remaining in the same seating position may help provide a good shoulder belt fit When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap shoulder belt to fit properly Generally this is when they reach
42. foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank e Turn the engine ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running e Use the same filling rate setting dow medium high each time the tank is filled e Allow no more than two automatic click offs when filling e Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating e Use a known quality gasoline preferably a national brand e Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up e Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent Calculating fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading in miles or kilometers 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added Gn gallons or liters 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading 4 Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading 5 Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy Calculation 1 Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Calculat
43. from your authorized dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited Service Publications CHQ202 The Canadian Road P O Box 2000 Oakville ON Canada L6J 5E4 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U S ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company 211 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http hvww safercar gov or write to Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CANADA ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform Transport Canada using their toll free number 1 800 333 0510 212 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing
44. j c S WARNING Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Heated seats if equipped WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater The seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion because this may cause the seat heater to overheat Do not puncture the seat with pins needles or other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element which may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury Note Do not do the following e Place heavy objects on the seat e Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat Allow the seat to dry thoroughly To operate the heated seats e Push the button located on the instrument panel to activate e Push again to deactivate O f The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the on position and the engine is running The system automatically shuts off after 10 minutes
45. must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer If the air curtain is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Azrbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following e The readiness light same light as for front airbag system will either flash or stay lit 116 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints e The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on e A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at your authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision S O S Post Crash Alert The S O S Post Crash Alert automatically flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the horn three times at four second intervals in the event of a serious impact that deploys an airbag front side side curtain or Safety Canopy or the safety belt pretensioners The S O S Post Crash Alert can be turned off whe
46. necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter PEN Pa Ro lever it is possible that a fuse has Aa Loa a Nw WARNING Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer 177 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4 speed automatic transmission This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality When the vehicle s battery has been disconnected for any type of service or repair the transmission will need to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to relearn these operating parameters This learning process could take several transmission upshifts and downshifts during this l
47. on or flashes the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced Even when the ABS is disabled normal braking is still effective If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake BRAKE released have your brake system serviced immediately 169 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving Parking brake To set the parking brake 1 pull the parking brake handle up as far as possible The BRAKE warning lamp will iluminate and will remain illuminated until the parking brake is released B RAKE To release press and hold the button 2 pull the handle up slightly then push the handle down WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmission or in 1 First manual transmission WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer as soon as possible TRACTION CONTROL IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a Traction Control system This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle especially on slippery road surfaces such as snow or ice covered roads and gravel roads The system will allow your vehicle to make better use of available traction in these conditions 170 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing
48. once to open the luggage compartment Note This feature will only operate with the ignition in the off or the accessory position e Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block the driver s rear view Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent To replace the battery 1 Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER surface of the circuit board 2 Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back x Z N EN AYALLVE JDVId 3 Remove the old battery M Note Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries SIVNINYAL H NOL LO ATVH H3HLO N 4 Insert the new battery Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity 5 Snap the two halves back together Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement 76 2009 Focus foc Owners G
49. parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury illuminated or continues to flash a malfunction has been detected have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated Airbag readiness If this light fails o to illuminate when the ignition is turned to on continues to flash or IN remains on have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light Anti lock brake system if equipped If the ABS light stays ABs Safety belt Reminds you to fasten your safety belt A Belt Minder P chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate deactivate the Belt Minder chime feature Charging system Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly If it stays on while the engine is running there may be a malfunction with the charging system Cont
50. restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control 105 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation WARNING If the air bag has deployed the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision The SRS consists of e driver and passenger airbag modules which include the inflators and airbags side airbags Refer to Seat mounted side airbag system later in this chapter e side air curtain system Refer to Side air curtain system later in this chapter safety belt pretensioners e one or more impact and safing sensors Front passenger sensing system Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter Passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter a readiness light and tone diagnostic module and the electrical wiring which connects the components The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental airbag electrical system wiring including the impact sensors the system wiring the airbag system readiness light the airbag back up power and the airbag ignitors Front passenger sensing system T
51. safety belts it s very important that they continue to sit properly A properly seated occupant sits upright leaning against the seat back and centered on the 108 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints seat cushion with their feet comfortably extended on the floor Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system resulting in serious injury or death in a crash Always sit upright against your seatback with your feet on the floor The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat cushion For most objects that are in the front passenger seat the passenger airbag will be disabled Even though the passenger airbag is disabled the pass airbag off lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below f Pass Airbag Off Passenger Small i e three ring binder small Unlit Disabled purse bottled water packed luggage Empty seat or small to medium Lit Disabled object with safety belt buckled If you think that the status of the pass
52. sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Front airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollover side impact or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation After airbag deployment it is normal to notice a smoke like powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder to lubricate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the airbag Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries contact with a deploying airbag may also cause abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because airbags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly
53. the belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating positions until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely latched to the buckle by pulling on the tongue 128 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 5 Remove remaining slack from the belt Force the seat down with extra weight e g by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order to force slack from the belt This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once the additional weight of the child is added to the child restraint It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle Sometimes a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt 6 Attach the tether strap if the child seat is equipped Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter 7 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back There should be no more than one inch 2 5 cm of movement for proper installation 8 Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST to make certain the child restraint is properly installed Attaching
54. the child seat manufacturer s instructions permit use with the anchor spacing stated Do not attach a child seat to any lower anchor if an adjacent child seat is attached to that anchor WARNING The standardized spacing for LATCH lower anchors is 280 mm 11 inches center to center Do not use LATCH lower anchors for the center seating position unless the child seat manufacturer s instructions permit and specify using anchors spaced at least as far apart as those in this vehicle If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor if applicable Tug the child seat from side to side and forward and back where it is secured to the vehicle The seat should move less than one inch when you do this for a proper installation If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases 131 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attaching child safety seats When used in combinatio
55. the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter If the light is blinking engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter Drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer WARNING Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire the fuel cap may not be properly installed Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on refer to Fwel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specification chapter Brake system warning light To confirm the brake system warning C P light is functional it will momentarily illuminate when the BRAKE ignition is turned to the on position when the engine is not running or in a position between on and start or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on position If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time seek service immediately from your authorized dealer Illumination Check fuel cap Illuminates when N 13 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster after releasing the
56. the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning or your spare tire is in use For more information on how the system operates under these conditions refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible REMOTE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE IF EQUIPPED To open the luggage compartment press the control on the instrument panel located to the left of the cluster The control does not function if the vehicle is traveling faster then 4 mph 7 km h 66 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT WARNING Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed floor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the brake pedals Position the floor mat so the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and then pull eyelet over and push floor mat down over retention post Properly align mat in drivers footwell rotating if necessary Make sure the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator brake pedal or ae clutch pedal Gif equipped To remove the floor mat reverse the installation procedure 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Pri
57. the wiper motor to burn out Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield always use the windshield washer In freezing weather be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers 48 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down to unlock the steering column 2 While the lever is in the down position move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired position 3 While holding the steering wheel in place pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving ELECTRONIC COMPASS IF EQUIPPED The compass heading is displayed as one of N NE E SE S SW W and NW in the center stack display The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antenna Magnetic or metallic objects placed in on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the compass still appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass zone adjustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly di
58. tire can carry You may find this information in your Owner s Guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law 7 H Indicates the tire s speed rating The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure The tires on your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions The ratings range from 81 mph 130 km h to 186 mph 299 km h These ratings are listed in the following chart 148 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law Speed rating mph km h a aan 81 mph 130 km h OO eee 87 mph 140 km h O eee 99 mph 159 km h Ooo R O 106 mph 171 kmh 112 mph 180 km h Oo E 118 mph 190 km h O eal 124 mph 200 km h 130 mph 210 km h Ooo yY O 149 mph 240 km h 168 mph 270 km h 186 mph 299 km h Note For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph 240 km h tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph 299 km h tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR 8 U S DOT Tire Identification Number TIN This begins wi
59. to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery To prevent the battery from being discharged e do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running e do not leave battery chargers video game adapters computers and other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used Cigar lighter if equipped Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating this will damage the lighter element and socket The lighter will be released from its heating position when it is ready to be used Note Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty and can result in fire or serious injury POWER WINDOWS WARNING Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows They may seriously injure themselves WARNING When closing the power windows you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings Press and pull the window switches to open and close windows e Push down to the first detent and hold the switch to open AUTO e Pull up to the first detent and hold the switch to close 52 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls
60. transmission components Checking and adding manual transmission fluid if equipped 1 Clean the filler plug 2 Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level 3 Fluid level should be at the bottom of the opening i au 4 Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening 5 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element When changing the air filter element use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter WARNING To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running 249 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Air filter element PZEV Your vehicle is equipped with a long life air filter The air filter is designed to last the life of the vehicle See your authorized dealer or a qualified technician for replacement The technician can check the diagnostics system for the possibility of an excessively dirty air filter Changing the air filter element Non PZEV only 1 Release the clamps that s
61. use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating These products have not been approved for your engine and could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty Many of the world s automakers approved the World Wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle Gasolines that meet the World Wide Fuel Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World Wide Fuel Charter Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section 239 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel e You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine On restarting cranking time will take a few seconds longer than normal Normally adding 1 gallon 3 8L of fuel is enough to restart the engine If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade more than 1 gallon 8 8L may be required e The Service engi
62. wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation WARNING The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using a tire gauge see Inflating your tires in this chapter Failure to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire failure loss of control vehicle rollover and personal injury 153 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Changing tires with TPMS Each road tire is equipped with a tire pressure sensor fastened to the inside rim of the wheel The pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is not visible unless the tire is removed The pressure sensor is located opposite 180 degrees from the valve stem Care must be taken when changing the tire to avoid damaging the sensor It is recommen
63. you Once loaded the first track will begin to play To auto load up to six discs Press and hold LOAD until the display reads AUTOLOAD Load the desired disc label side up The system will prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots Insert the 21 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems discs one at a time label side up when prompted Once loaded the disc in preset 1 will begin to play Press the number preset buttons 1 6 to choose the disc you want to play EJECT For a single CD system press EJECT to eject the CD For a CD6 system press EJECT and select the desired CD slot by pressing the corresponding memory preset The display will read EJECTING When the system has ejected the CD the display will read REMOVE CD Remove the CD If you do not remove the CD the system will reload the disc To auto eject all loaded discs Press and hold EJECT The system will eject all discs and prompt you when to remove them gt 11 Play Pause Press to play pause a track when playing a CD SEEK TRACK Press lt q SEEK TRACK P to access the previous next track CAT Category FOLD Folder In MP3 mode only Press CAT FOLD and then press lt 4 SEEK TRACK gt to access the previous next folder SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current disc or MP3 folder DIRECT In CD mode Press DIRECT The display will read DIRECT TRACK MODE
64. you or someone else could be seriously injured WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel 1 Remove the spare tire and jack by turning their tie down bolts counterclockwise The lug wrench is located in a bag next to or on top of the spare tire 2 Block the diagonally opposite wheel 3 If equipped with a 6 spoke wheel cover that s bolted on remove the four plastic nuts by turning counterclockwise 1 4 turn for access to the lug nuts Note To avoid damage to the wheel cover the 6 spoke wheel cover cannot be removed until the tire is off the vehicle 195 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 4 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground 5 The vehicle jacking points are depicted on the yellow warning label on the jack shown here 2 door model shown 4 door model similar Depending on which tire is to be changed put the jack approximately 7 inches 18 cm from the front wheel opening 1 or approximately 17 inches 43 cm from the rear wheel opening 2 Jack at the specified locations to avoid damage to the vehicle WARNING To lessen the risk of personal injury do not put any part of your body und
65. 50 C 60 C on a level surface The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles 30 km of driving The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature 120 F 140 F 50 C 60 C High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage If necessary add fluid in 1 2 pint 250 mL increments through the filler tube until the level is correct 248 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by an authorized J dealer An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives treatments or cleaning agents The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal
66. 6 meters away e 1 8 feet 2 4 meters e 2 Center height of lamp to ground e 3 25 feet 7 6 meters e 4 Horizontal reference line 2 Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ay ground and mark an 8 foot G 2 4 meter horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height a piece of masking tape works well 3 Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood 4 On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high intensity light The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference line If not the beam will need to be adjusted 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Lights 5 Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp then use a 7 mm Allen wrench or a Phillips screwdriver to adjust the headlamp up or down 6 HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON ADJUSTABLE 7 Close the hood and turn off the lamps TURN SIGNAL CONTROL D gt e Push down to activate the left turn signal e Push up to activate the right turn signal INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps To turn on the map lamps press the outer edge of the clear lens The map lamp lights when e any door is opened e the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off 42 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Lights Ambient lighting if equipped Il
67. A AEE 36 HOOR iesala E 221 I TEON eecesessciszesenesoes 163 254 255 Infant seats see Safety seats 00000000000 123 Inspection maintenance I M POSTING sc cicevcscsscatsceverccevesteceresneaees 245 Instrument panel CLEANING scasc ssasedenesveans erswenescreen 216 CIUISUOR a besuad e aanroer Meade cunts 12 lighting up panel and INMLOPIOL sente e EE 40 J Jump starting your vehicle 198 K Keyless entry system AUtOLOCK ooo eeeceeeeeeeeeneees 68 WG Vise hicsvat oa cee eos aees 79 positions of the ignition 163 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart 44 daytime running light 40 fog lamps an 39 headlamps peussnanamenas 39 headlamps flash to pass 40 instrument panel dimming 40 interior lamps aaaea 42 44 replacing bulbs 44 LATCH anchors aiiin 129 Lights warning and indicator 12 anti lock brakes ABS 169 Load limits ooo eeeeeeseeeseeereees 157 Locks BULOLOCK E EE 68 ChiIdproof sansene erans 72 COOLS serinin 68 Lubricant specifications 252 Lug nuts oaei 197 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Index M Manual transaxle lubricant specifications 252 Manual transmission 180 fluid capacities 0 0 252 LOVELESS prte enaka 181 Message center cceeeeee 60 61 english metric button 63 system check button 63 warning Mes
68. Controls Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu INFO SETUP Info menu This control displays the following control displays e Odometer Trip Odometer A or B e Distance to Empty SETUP RESET e Average Fuel Economy e Instantaneous Fuel Economy e Blank odometer off Odometer Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter Distance to empty DTE Selecting this function from the INFO menu will give you an XXX NILES TOE estimate of how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling your vehicle Otherwise the display will not show the addition of fuel for a few miles kilometers DTE will vary according to your driving habits 0 0 mi Average fuel economy AFE Select this function from the INFO menu to display your average fuel XXX AVE APG economy in miles gallon or _ liters 100 km 0 0 mi 61 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons of fuel used liters of fuel by used 100 kilometers traveled your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons e your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill up e differences in the automatic shut off points on the fuel pump
69. G Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 56 km h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there s always the possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway Drive slowly to the closest safe area out of traffic This may further damage the flat tire but your safety is more important If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving or you suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged immediately reduce your speed Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road Stop and inspect the tires for damage If a tire is under inflated or damaged deflate it remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you re driving the wheels may be out of alignment Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by an authorized dealer Front wheel drive FWD vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension if equipped may require alignment of all four wheels
70. ING THE WIPER BLADES 1 Pull the wiper blade and arm away from the glass Turn the blade oO G at a right angle to the arm Push the lock tab A to release the blade from the arm loop and pull the a blade down toward the windshield A AT A to remove it from the arm 2 Attach the new blade to the arm A loop and pull it into place until a click is heard Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance 224 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield Refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter To prolong the life of the wiper blades it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element ENGINE OIL 927 Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P automatic transmission or lst manual transmission 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick 6 Wipe the d
71. Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning lights and chimes Gauges Entertainment Systems AM FM stereo with CD MP3 Auxiliary input jack Line in USB port Satellite radio information SYNC Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof Message center Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti theft system 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Table of Contents Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints Tires Wheels and Loading Tire information Tire inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing Driving Starting Brakes Traction Control AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects U S only Reporting safety defects Canada only 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 81 81 89 102 118 138 138 140 152 157 161 162 163 163 168 170 172 177 183 183 185 185 186 192 197
72. Notus o PTE CC Notus S 80A CC Cooling fan low speed relay o 80B CC Starter relay o o o soe CO Notused o 30D CC Cooling fan high speed relay SIA CC Reverse lamp relay o 8IB COC Fuedpumpreay PIC Wiper power relay Po BID Cd Notused o O PIE COC i Notused o PIF Cd Nottused S Po 8ST OAC clutch diode O PSC EEC diode O OTIS diode 191 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving e do not brake heavily e gradually decrease the vehicle s speed e hold the steering wheel firmly e slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Your vehicle may be equipped with a conventional spare tire that is different in one or more of the following type brand size speed rating and tread design If this is the case this dissimilar spare tire is still rated for your vehicle loads GAWR and GVWR This temporary spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS sensor Note The tire pressure monitoring system TPMS indicator light will illuminate when the spare is in use To restore the full functionality of the TPMS system all road wheels equipped with the tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle Have a flat tire serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensor refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in th
73. Radio is a subscription based satellite radio service that broadcasts music sports news and entertainment programming A service fee is required in order to receive SIRIUS service Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed SIRIUS Satellite Radio system include e Hardware and limited subscription term which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle e Use of online media player providing access to all SIRIUS music channels over the internet using any computer connected to the internet U S customers only For information on extended subscription terms contact SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 Note SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change rearrange add or delete programming including canceling moving or adding particular channels and its prices at any time with or without notice to you Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number ESN This 12 digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate modify or track your satellite radio account You will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS While in Satellite Radio mode you can view this number on the radio display by pressing the SIRIUS and Preset 1 buttons at the same time 33 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems Radio Display Action Required ACQUIRING Radio requires No action required This message more than two should dis
74. S a ea e estcdeshancsnnt es 43 C Capacities for refilling fluids 252 CD rn EN ROS 19 Cell phone use n ssonsossneessssseessseee 9 Child safety seats 0 00 123 attaching with tether SUPADS 2 scenesmcaysavecemennctssdeeucnecentees 132 in front seat ee 123 127 IN TEAL geat sveccscsvesncsserssees 123 127 IATC ae EO 129 recommendations c0008 120 Child safety seats booster SEALS eeaeee E ERR 134 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment 215 instrument panel 0 216 Mte OP ss scosiecssdssnvacetocnds vsuevesteden 217 plasti PALES ssccerssehcavivssvessiencs 215 WASHING isicescieecsteevgeherrectareseietses 213 WASHINGS eree a E EES 214 Wheel eana N 214 wiper blades 0cc cece 216 Climate control see Air conditioning or Heating 36 Clutch HP DYE EEEE EREET 247 operation while driving 180 recommended shift speeds 181 Compass electronic 0008 49 Calibration oo sees 50 set zone adjustment 50 COMSO Emene a 5 Controls steering column ceeeeeee 57 Coolant checking and adding 229 refill capacities 233 252 specifications ccccceeeeeeee 252 Cruise control see Speed control e 54 Customer Assistance 183 Ford Extended Service Plan ccce 209 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada srriessicissnssa 210 Getting roadside assis
75. T2 and SAT3 To save satellite channels in your memory ee presets tune to the desired channel then press and hold a memory preset number 0 9 until sound returns TEXT Press and release to display the artist and song title While in TEXT MODE press again to scroll through the Artist AR Song SO Channel CH and Category CA In TEXT MODE Sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed When the lt gt indicator is active press TEXT and then press lt q SEEK TRACK gt to view the additional display text CAT Category FOLD Folder Press to toggle between turning the most recently selected satellite radio category on or off The category icon CAT will illuminate in the display when a specific category is selected the icon will not illuminate during CATEGORY ALL If no category has ever been selected NO CATEGORY SELECTED will display Note Separate categories can be set for SAT1 SAT2 or SATS Refer to Satellite radio menu for further information on selecting a satellite radio category SATELLITE RADIO MENU Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu Press A IV to cycle through the following options e CATEGORY MENU Press OK to enter category mode Press A vy to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories Pop Rock News etc Press OK when the desired 24 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus
76. TING WARNING Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision WARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that are vertically adjustable WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and or operate the vehicle until the head restraint is placed in its proper position The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion The adjustable head restraints consist of e a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure 1 e two steel stems 2 e a guide sleeve adjust release gt button 3 e and a guide sleeve unlock remove o B button 4 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints To adjust the head restraint do the following 1 Adjust the seatback to an upright driving riding posi
77. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging 5 0 Power Press to activate deactivate the climate control system When the system is off outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle 6 A Distributes air through the instrument panel vents 7 J Distributes air through the instrument panel vents floor vents rear seat floor vents and demister vents 8 A Distributes air through the floor vents rear seat floor vents and demister vents 36 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Climate Controls 9 Temperature control Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle 10 al Passenger heated seat control if equipped Press to activate deactivate the passenger heated seat See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter 11 Recirculated air Press to activate deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A C is selected or can be engaged manually in any airflow mode except Gt defrost When the ignition switch is turned off and back on the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A C button LED is illuminated and the air distribution selection is either panel or 4 panel floor 12 MAX A C
78. USA fus Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo such as Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A which is available from your authorized dealer Never use strong household detergents or soap such as dish washing or laundry liquid These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces Never wash a vehicle that is hot to the touch or during exposure to strong direct sunlight Always use a clean sponge or car wash mitt with plenty of water for best results Dry the vehicle with a chamois or soft terry cloth towel in order to eliminate water spotting It is especially important to wash the vehicle regularly during the winter months as dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and cause damage to the vehicle Immediately remove items such as gasoline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 which is available from your authorized dealer Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible Exterior chrome Wash the vehicle first using cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo such as Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Use Motorcraft Custom Br
79. USA fus Driving WARNING Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal injury or property damage The occurrence of a Traction Control event is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road this may lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If you experience a severe road event SLOW DOWN During Traction Control operation the traction control active light will n iluminate you may hear an electric motor type of sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will not rev up when you push further on the accelerator This is normal system behavior and should be no reason for concern The Traction Control switch is located on the instrument panel The Traction Control system will TCS automatically turn on every time the OFF ignition is turned off and on If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a very slippery road surface try switching the Traction Control system off by pressing the switch This may allow excess wheel spin to dig the vehicle out and enable a successful rocking maneuver If you want to turn off the Traction Control system be aware that for safety reasons the switch must be pressed and held for at least one second before the system is turned off To re engage the Traction C
80. Windows breaker 8 Delayed accessory relay Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads WARNING Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses WARNING To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter 189 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies g p E F E E A Gai ed ejin olli o N OPT NY OOUTTYOLPoOTLs ol a QUENT NTE TP OUTEOQU TT OTE TTT To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the inside of the passenger compartment fuse panel cover The high current fuses are coded as follows Len Rating E a a OO KAPWR Canister Vent Ooo 6 I5A Atsense O U O PoC i Notused S O Oo 9 AOA ABS motor i y gt 2 2 190 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Location Rating Po CC Notused o PO CC OAC clutch relay O O O PIA Rear defrost relay oo IBS s i Notused o O PIC Cd Bllowerrelay O PID CCM relay o PTC Noted o PAC Od Notused o O PC
81. XX X XX X XX XX XXX XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX _ XXXX XXXXXXX XX WARNING Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury Gew GCW Gross Combined Weight is the weight of the loaded vehicle GVW plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer including all cargo and passengers that the vehicle can handle without risking damage mportant The towing vehicles braking system is rated for operation at GVWR not at GCWR Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers where the GCW of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle The GCW must never exceed the GCWR 159 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory options no cargo internal or external a tongue load of 10 15 conventional trailer and driver only 150 lb 68 kg Consult your authorized dealer or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized de
82. act your authorized dealer as soon as possible This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the T normal range refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter 14 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster Engine coolant temperature E Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high Stop the vehicle as soon as possible switch off the engine and let cool Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Anti theft system Flashes when A the SecuriLock Passive Anti theft system has been activated f R Overdrive off if equipped 0 D Iluminates when the overdrive function of the transaxle has been OFF turned off refer to the Driving chapter If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate have the transmission serviced soon or damage may occur Speed control if equipped Iluminates when the speed control is activated Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated refer to the Driver Controls chapter for more information Upshift if equipped To maximize fuel economy this light illuminates when the manual transmission should be shifted to the next highest gear Refer to the Driving chapter for more information
83. afety Restraints WARNING Do not lean your head on the door The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag SRS its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided How does the side airbag system work The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags The side airbag system consists of the following e An inflatable nylon bag airbag with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment e The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags e Two pressure sensors located in the front doors e Two crash sensors located between the B and C pillars Side airbags in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision 112 2009 Focus foc Own
84. ajar Rear right door ajar condition still exists Warning returns after the ignition key is turned from off to on DRIVER DOOR AJAR Displayed when the driver door is not completely closed PASSENGER DOOR AJAR Displayed when the passenger door is not completely closed REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR Displayed when the rear right door is not completely closed PARK BRAKE ENGAGED Displayed when the manual park brake is set If the warning stays on after the park brake is released contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL LOW Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM Displayed when the braking system is not operating properly If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible 65 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately Refer to Brake clutch fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter LOW TIRE PRESSURE Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning If
85. al all door unlocking mode e With the vehicle in the off position press the A and ma on the remote entry transmitter simultaneously and hold for four seconds The park turn lamps will flash twice to indicate the mode change e Press the hal and oO on the remote entry transmitter simultaneously and hold for four seconds to toggle between unlocking modes Locking the doors amp e Press A and release to lock all doors Note The park turn lamps will flash once If any door or trunk is ajar the lamps will not flash Once the door that was ajar is closed the lamps will flash to indicate that the vehicle is locked and all doors are closed e Press and release a second time to confirm all doors have locked Note The horn will honk once and the park turn lamps will flash if all doors are closed The horn will honk twice if any door is ajar Car finder Press twice within three seconds The horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash It is recommended that this method be used to locate your vehicle rather than using the panic alarm Sounding a panic alarm Press to activate the alarm Press again or turn the ignition to the on or accessory position to deactivate or wait for the alarm to time out in three minutes Note The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off position 75 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security Opening the luggage compartment q Press 5
86. al stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbag inflation energy A lower less forceful energy level is provided for more common moderate severity impacts A higher energy level is used for the most severe impacts Refer to Airbag supplemental restraints SRS section in this chapter Front crash severity sensor The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the severity of an impact Positioned up front it provides valuable information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact This allows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners Driver s seat position sensor The driver s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the deployment level of the driver dual stage airbag based on seat position The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the airbag when it begins to inflate For some occupants like infants in rear facing child seats this occurs because they are initially sitting very close to the airbag For other occupants this occurs when the occupant is not prop
87. aler for more detailed information WARNING Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label WARNING Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limitations Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations WARNING Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and or personal injury Steps for determining the correct load limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX Ibs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1 400 Ibs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 Ibs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lb In metric units 635 340 5 x 68 295 kg 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehi
88. an one person WARNING When possible all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position WARNING Front and rear seat occupants including pregnant women should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming a from until you hear a snap and feel AW it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle NG A 93 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 2 To unfasten push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle Y a a A a Energy management feature e This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The front passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode allowing free shoulder belt length adjus
89. and capacities in this chapter Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates less than 34 F 36 C e It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50 e NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 e Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60 will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage e Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates e It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40 e NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 e Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage e Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage e Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive Vehicles driven year round in non extreme climates should use a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water
90. appear shortly seconds to produce audio for the selected channel SAT FAULT Internal module If this message does not clear or system failure within a short period of time or present with an ignition key cycle your receiver may have a fault See your authorized dealer for service INVALID CHNL Channel no This previously available channel longer available is no longer available Tune to another channel If the channel was one of your presets you may choose another channel for that preset button UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not Contact SIRIUS at available for this 1 888 539 7474 to subscribe to channel the channel or tune to another channel NO TEXT Artist Artist information not available at information not this time on this channel The available system is working properly NO TEXT Song title Song title information not information not available at this time on this available channel The system is working properly NO TEXT Category Category information not available information not at this time on this channel The available system is working properly 34 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems NO SIGNAL Loss of signal You are in a location that is from the SIRIUS blocking the SIRIUS signal ie satellite or tunnel under an overpass dense SIRIUS tower to foliage etc The system is the vehicle working properly When you move antenna into an open area the signal shou
91. art your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas Exhaust fumes can be toxic Always open the garage door before you start the engine See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions 163 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving A WARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have y your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions When the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter 2 Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off If starting a vehicle with an automatic transaxle e Make sure the parking brake is set an pees 164 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving e Make sure the gearshift is in P Park rozy v OO 0 0 o If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission 1 Make sure the parking brake is set 2 Push the clutch pedal to the floor gt e Turn the key to 3 on without turning the key to 4 start Some warning lights will briefly illuminate See Warning
92. artup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required If the Service engine soon K indicator remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Although some malfunctions detected by the OBD II may not have symptoms that are apparent continued driving with the Service engine soon C indicator on can result in increased emissions lower fuel economy reduced engine and transmission smoothness and lead to more costly repairs Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing Some state provincial and local governments may have Inspection Maintenance I M programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Your vehicle may not pass the I M test if the Service engine soon C indicator is on or not working properly bulb is burned out or if the OBD II system has determined that some of the emission control systems have not been properly checked In this case the vehicle is considered not ready for I M testing If the Service engine soon Cc indicator is on or the bulb does not work the vehicle may need to be serviced Refer to the On board diagnostics OBD II description in this chapter If the vehicle s engine or transmission has just been serviced or the battery has recently run down or been replaced the OBD II system may indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I M testi
93. assenger side or on the outboard side of the seatback driver side to release it 3 Fold the seatback down Me a When raising the seatback s make sure you hear the seat latch into place WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision 88 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag related injuries The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety System consists of e Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints e Front safety belts with pretensioners energy management retractors and safety belt usage sensors e Driver s seat position sensor e Front crash severity sensor e Front passenger sensing system e Passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indi
94. ate when the ignition is in any position or if the key is not in the ignition Push in the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash Press the flasher control again to turn them off Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists Note With extended use the flasher may run down your battery FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt After an accident if the engine cranks but does not start this switch may have been activated This switch is located in the front passenger s footwell behind the kick panel access cover To reset the switch 1 Turn the ignition off 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no leaks are apparent reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the on position 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to off 6 Make another check for leaks 185 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate 15 fuses before replacing any electrical components Note Always replace a fuse with one that has the speci
95. ately 20 miles 30 km If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 20 miles 30 km or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage 4 Latch the gearshift lever in P Park and leave the engine running 5 Remove the dipstick wiping it clean with a clean dry lint free rag If necessary refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick 247 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 6 Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube 7 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level The fluid should be in the designated areas for normal operating temperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C OSS N ESSLE MAX Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperatures 120 F 140 F
96. ause the wheels are allowed to spin This will restore full engine power and will enhance momentum through the obstacle To switch off the AdvanceTrac system press the AdvanceTrac Off button Full features of the AdvanceTrac system can be restored by pressing the AdvanceTrac Off button again or by turning off and restarting the engine If you switch off the AdvanceTrac system the sliding car icon f will illuminate steadily Pressing the AdvanceTrac Off button again will turn off the lighted button sliding car icon In R Reverse ABS and the Engine and Brake Traction Control features will continue to function however ESC is disabled AdvanceTrac Features 13 A eS 29 2 ra icon Control Illuminated Default at start up during bulb Enabled Enabled check Button pressed Illuminated solid Enabled Disabled momentarily Button pressed again after Not illuminated Enabled Enabled deactivation 175 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving STEERING To help prevent damage to the power steering system e Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points until it stops for more than a few seconds when the engine is running e Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering fluid level below the MIN mark on the reservoir e Some noise is normal during operation If the noise is excessive check for a low power steering fluid level before seeking ser
97. beads are seated INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat Every day before you drive check your tires If one looks lower than the others use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required At least once a month and before long trips inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge including spare if equipped Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear Under inflation or over inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns 140 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading WARNING Under inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking tread separation or blowout with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury Under inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire It also may result in unnecessary tire stress irregular wear loss o
98. bel To check the pressure in your tire s 1 Make sure the tires are cool meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile If you are checking tire pressure when the tire is hot i e driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km never bleed or reduce air pressure The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures A hot tire at or below recommended cold inflation pressure could be significantly under inflated 141 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Note If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire s check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure when you get to the pump It is normal for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as you drive 2 Remove the cap from the valve on one tire then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve and measure the pressure 3 Add enough air to reach the recommended air pressure Note If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge 4 Replace the valve cap 5 Repeat this procedure for each tire including the spare Note Some spare tires operate at a higher inflation pressure than the other tires For T type mini spare tires see the Dissimilar spare tire wheel information section for description Store and maintain at 60 psi 4 15 ba
99. ble for service Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don t have an extra coded key you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed Replacing coded keys can be very costly Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin Tips e A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle e Only use SecuriLock keys e You must have two previously programmed coded keys keys that already operate your vehicle s engine and the new unprogrammed key s readily accessible e If two previously programmed coded keys are not available you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key s programmed 1 Insert a previously programmed coded key into the ignition 2 Turn the ignition from the 1 off Ol 4 position to the 3 on position Keep the ignition in the 3 on position Q for at least one second but no more than 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition to the 1 off position 4 Remove the previously programmed coded key from the ignition 5 Within 10 seconds of removing the prev
100. built in sliding shade that can be manually opened or closed when the glass panel is shut To close the shade pull it toward the front of the vehicle Relearning function In case the moon roof does not close properly anymore follow this relearning procedure e Tilt the moon roof into the vent position as far as possible Release the switch e Press and hold the same switch again for 30 seconds until you see the moon roof move e Release the switch and immediately press and hold it again The moon roof will close open fully and then close again Do not release the switch before the moon roof has reached the closed position for the second time Safety mode If the system detects a malfunction it enters a safety mode The moon roof will move about 0 5 seconds at a time and then stop again Press the switch repeatedly until the moon roof is closed Have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately MESSAGE CENTER IF EQUIPPED With the ignition in the on position the message center located on your XXXXXXXXXXXXXX instrument cluster displays important vehicle information XXXXXXXXXXXXXX through a constant monitor of vehicle systems You may select display features on the message center for a display of status The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime 60 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver
101. c that contacts the wheel Ensure that any fasteners that attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces of the wheel Installing wheels without correct metal to metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion resulting in loss of control 197 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Note Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior to installation If there is visible corrosion in wheel pilot hole remove loose particles by wiping with clean rag and apply grease Apply grease only to the wheel pilot hole surface by smearing a dime 1 square cm sized glob of grease around the wheel pilot surface 1 with end of finger DO NOT apply grease to lugnut stud holes or wheel to brake surfaces JUMP STARTING WARNING The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage WARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your automatic transmission vehicle Automatic transmissions do not have push start capability Attempting to push start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the auto
102. cator lamp e Restraints Control Module RCM with impact and safing sensors e Restraint system warning light and back up tone e The electrical wiring for the airbags crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt usage sensors driver seat position sensor and indicator lights How does the Personal Safety System work The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle s safety devices according to crash severity and conditions A collection of crash sensors provides information to the Restraints Control Module RCM During a crash the RCM may activate the safety belt pretensioners and or either none one or both stages of the dual stage airbag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and conditions The fact that the pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front seat occupants in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the Personal Safety System determined the accident conditions crash severity belt usage etc were not appropriate to activate these safety devices Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollovers side impacts or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration 89 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints The du
103. child safety seats with Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHildren LATCH attachments The LATCH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points two 2 lower anchors located where the vehicle seat back and seat cushion meet called the seat bight and one 1 top tether anchor located behind that seating position LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCH equipped seating positions in your vehicle This type of attachment 129 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints method eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat however the safety belt can still be used to attach the child seat For forward facing child seats the top tether strap must also be attached to the proper top tether anchor if a top tether strap has been provided with your child seat Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps and Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol The LATCH anchors are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seatback Follow the child seat manufacturer s i
104. cific weight information e The Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician e Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use e To avoid interference with other vehicle functions such as anti lock braking systems amateur radio users who install radios and antennas onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in the area of the driver s side hood e Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability 259 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Index A AdvanceTrac wu 172 Air cleaner filter wo 249 251 Air conditioning manual heating and air conditioning system 00 36 Airbag supplemental restraint SYSTEM tenoten 102 108 111 114 and child safety seats 104 description 103 111 114 disposal sorer s eene 117 driver airbag 105 112 115 indicator light 111 116 operat
105. cle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION IF EQUIPPED Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed To start the vehicle 1 Make sure the parking brake is fully set 180 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving 1 Press the clutch pedal to the floor then put the gearshift lever in the neutral position 2 Start the engine 3 Press the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever to the desired gear 1 First or R Reverse 4 Release the parking brake then slowly release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator During each shift the clutch pedal must be fully depressed to the floor Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it doesn t interfere with the full extension of the clutch pedal Failure to fully depress the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift efforts prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill These actions will severely reduce the life of the clutch and could n
106. cle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle 160 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity e Another example for your vehicle with 1400 Ib 635 kg of cargo and luggage capacity You decide to go golfing Is there enough load capacity to carry you 4 of your friends and all the golf bags You and four friends average 220 lb 99 kg each and the golf bags weigh approximately 30 lb 13 5 kg each The calculation would be 1400 5 x 220 5 x 30 1400 1100 150 150 lb Yes you have enough load capacity in your vehicle to transport four friends and your golf bags In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 5 x 99 kg 6 x 13 5 kg 635 495 67 5 72 5 kg A final example for your vehicle with 1400 lb 635 kg of cargo and luggage capacity You and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down you have room for 12 100 lb 45 kg bags of cement Do you have enough load capacity to transport the cement to your home If you and your frien
107. component damaged by the defective accessories The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit e 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or e the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories Not all accessories are available for all models For a complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle please contact your dealer or visit our online store at www fordaccessories com Exterior style Bug shields Chrome exhaust tips Deflectors Exterior trim kits Fog lights Splash guards Wheels Interior style Electrochromatic compass temperature interior mirrors Floor mats Lifestyle Ash cup smoker s package Cargo organization and management 258 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Accessories Peace of mind Mobile Ease hands free communication system Remote start Vehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle e When adding accessories equipment passengers and luggage to your vehicle do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label Consult your authorized dealer for spe
108. connect electrical connector from the bulb 44 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 6 Remove bulb from the headlamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise then pull it straight out Install the new bulb in reverse order WARNING Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb by only its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Note If the bulb is accidentally touched it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used Replacing front parking lamp turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood 2 Remove four push pins from the radiator grille and pull the grille forward to access the lower screw 3 Remove three bolts and washers from the headlamp assembly 4 Carefully pull the headlamp assembly up and away from the vehicle to disengage the spring clip located on the bottom of the headlamp assembly 5 Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 6 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install the new bulb in reverse order 45 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Lights Replacing side marker bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood 2 Remove four push pins from the ra
109. control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road The driver s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened Note Your vehicle is equipped with a unique audio system If your display shows six small circles in the display your audio system is a CD6 system If not your system is a Single CD system ooo 635 NE Setting the clock To set the time press CLOCK The display will read SET TIME Use the memory preset numbers 0 9 to enter in the desired time hours and minutes The clock will then begin from that time 19 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems AM FM Radio Q VOL Power Volume Press to turn the radio on off Turn the knob to increase decrease volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on AM FM Press repeatedly to select AM FM1 FM2 frequency band TUNE Turn the knob to
110. controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 112 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 e Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance e Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum permissible pressure and or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer s recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label The tire suppliers may have additional markings notes or warnings such as standard load radial tubeless etc 150 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loadi
111. d Canadian Markets Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export Refer to this Owner s Guide for all other required information and warnings 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert A N Fasten Safety Belt M T Airbag Side fe Child Seat Tether on il Anchor Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Stability Control System gi ELY Master Lighting Switch G Ts Fog Lamps Front Fuel Pump Reset Vas Windshield HY Defrost Demist 10 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus See Owner s Guide Airbag Front Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Parking Brake System Parking Aid System Speed Control Hazard Warning Flasher Fuse Compartment Windshield Wash Wipe Rear Window Defrost Demist Ad ry gt J 2 OOG ous oe 2 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front Rear Child Safety Door Lock Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap 2009 Focus foc ABA Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine O
112. d each weigh 220 lb 99 kg the calculation would be 1400 2 x 220 12 x 100 1400 440 1200 240 lb No you do not have enough cargo capacity to carry that much weight In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 12 x 45 kg 635 198 540 103 kg You will need to reduce the load weight by at least 240 Ib 104 kg If you remove 3 100 lb 45 kg cement bags then the load calculation would be 1400 2 x 220 9 x 100 1400 440 900 60 Ib Now you have the load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 9 x 45 kg 635 198 405 32 kg The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of the driver s door TRAILER TOWING WARNING Never tow a trailer with this vehicle Your vehicle is not equipped to tow No towing packages are available through an authorized dealer 161 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational RV towing An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind a motorhome These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not
113. d your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or on the internet at http www nhtsa dot gov Failure to properly restrain children in safety seats made especially for their height age and weight may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child 118 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children 5 F A 7 Recommended re Child size height weight or age Children weighing 40 lb 18 kg or less Use a child safety generally age four or younger seat sometimes called an infant car rier convertible seat or toddler seat Children who have outgrown or no Use a belt positioning longer properly fit in a child safety seat booster seat generally children who are less than 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall are greater than age four 4 and less than age twelve 12 and between 40 Ibs 18 kg and 80 Ibs 86 kg and upward to 100 Ibs 45 kg if recommended by our child restraint manufacturer Children who have outgrown or no Use a vehicle safety longer properly fit in a belt positioning belt having the lap booster seat generally children who are belt snug and low at least 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters across the
114. dditional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning light in the instrument cluster when the driver s and front passenger s safety belt is unbuckled The Belt Minder feature uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present and 98 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints therefore potentially in need of a warning To avoid activating the Belt Minder feature for objects placed in the front passenger seat warnings will only be given to large front seat occupants as determined by the front passenger sensing system Both the driver s and passenger s safety belt usages are monitored and either may activate the Belt Minder feature The warnings are the same for the driver and the front passenger If the Belt Minder warnings have expired warnings for approximately five minutes for one occupant driver or front passenger the other occupant can still activate the Belt Minder feature The driver s and front The Belt Minder feature will not passenger s safety belts are activate buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position or less than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on The driver s or front The Belt Minder feature is activated passenger s safety belt is not the safety belt warning light buckled when the
115. de 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WARNING When lifting a plastic cased battery excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps resulting in personal injury and or damage to the vehicle or battery Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners WARNING Keep batteries out of reach of children Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal
116. de Airbag Technical Working Group These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags including side air curtain systems The side air curtain system consists of the following e An inflatable nylon curtain with a gas generator concealed behind the headliner and above the doors The headliner will flex to open above the side doors to allow air curtain deployment e The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags e Two pressure sensors located in the front doors e Two crash sensors located on the rocker panel between the B and C pillars near the floor Side air curtains and side airbags in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seats The side air curtain will not interfere with children restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat because it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window openings The side air curtains are mounted to the sheet metal above the first and second row seats In certain lateral collisions the air curtain and seat mounted side airbag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated except that the passenger sensing system will deactivate
117. ded that you always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using an accurate tire gauge refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your four road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle The Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure is significantly low Once the light is illuminated your tires are under inflated and need to be inflated to the manufacturer s recommended tire pressure Even if the light turns ON and a short time later turns OFF your tire pressure still needs to be checked Visit www checkmytires org for additional information When your temporary spare tire is installed When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare the TPMS system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle To restore the full functionality of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System have the damaged road wheel tire repaired and remounted on your vehicle For additional information refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section 154 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function
118. diator grille and pull the grille forward to access the lower screw 3 Remove three bolts and washers from the headlamp assembly 4 Carefully pull the headlamp assembly up and away from the vehicle to disengage the spring clip located on the bottom of the headlamp assembly 5 Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 6 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing tail brake backup lights and turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and then open the trunk 2 Remove two plastic screws and cover from inside the luggage compartment 3 Remove two nuts from the lamp assembly 4 Gently pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle 5 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out 6 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install the new bulb in reverse order 46 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Lights Replacing fog lamp bulbs if equipped 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position 2 Reach under the front fender and remove the harness bulb assembly from the fog lamp by turning counterclockwise 3 Disconnect the harness from the bulb by pulling it straight off Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position 2 Remove the two screws and
119. e Identification Number TIN Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall Tire Replacement Requirements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability WARNING Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size load index speed rating and type such as P metric versus LT metric or all season versus all terrain as those originally provided by Ford The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or edge of the driver
120. e Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible During repairing or replacing of the flat tire have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage WARNING The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used WARNING Refer to Tive Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in the Tire Wheels and Loading chapter for important information If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged it will no longer function Dissimilar spare tire wheel information WARNING Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control injury or death If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel then it is intended for temporary use only This means that if you need to use it you should replace it as soon as possible with a road tire wheel that is the same size 192 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged it should be replaced rather than repaired A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels and can be one of three types 1 T type mini spare This spare tire begins with the letter T for tire size and may have Temporary Use Only mo
121. e adjusts to your movement However if you brake hard turn hard or if your vehicle receives an impact of 8 km h 5 mph or more the safety belt will become locked and help reduce your forward movement Front safety belt height adjustment Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder To adjust the shoulder belt height squeeze the buttons and slide the height adjuster up or down Release the button and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place WARNING Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions The safety belt pretensioner tightens the safety belts firmly against the occupant s body at the start of the crash WARNING The driver and front passenger safety belt system including retractors buckles and height adjusters must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front airbags seat mounted side airbags and side air curtains and safety belt pretensioners 97 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints
122. e and seatback which should be as upright as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of don t work death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than my clothes wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted The people Pm Set the example teen deaths occur 4 times more with don t wear often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people belts Children and younger brothers sisters imitate behavior they see T have an Airbags offer greater protection when used with airbag safety belts Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers Td rather be Not a good idea People who are ejected are 40 thrown clear times more likely to DIE Safety belts help prevent ejection WE CAN T PICK OUR CRASH 100 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt Minder chime To do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle s air bag system One time disable If at any time the driver front passenger quickly buc
123. e maintained at 50 50 coolant and distilled water which equates to a freeze point of 34 F 36 C Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above 60 the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly A 50 50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following e Freeze protection down to 34 F 36 C e Boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C e Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion e Proper function of calibrated gauges 229 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications When the engine is cold check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir e The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE as listed on the engine coolant reservoir depending upon application Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules e Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter If the engine coolant ha
124. e passenger s frontal airbag the pass airbag off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is off See Front passenger sensing system in the Airbag supplemental restraints SRS section of this chapter Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage Front outboard safety belt pretensioners The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant s body during frontal collisions and in side collisions when the side air curtain system activates This helps increase the effectiveness of the safety belts In frontal collisions the safety belt pretensioners can be activated alone or if the collision is of sufficient severity together with the front airbags Front outboard safety belt energy management retractors The front safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in response to the occupant s forward momentum This helps reduce the risk of force related injuries to the occupant s chest by limiting the load on the occupant Refer to the Energy management featu
125. e to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce a settlement have failed This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings In the CAMVAP program impartial third party arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informal environment These impartial arbitrators review the positions of the parties make decisions and when appropriate render awards to resolve disputes CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan Ford ESP coverage It provides the following e Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase such as reimbursement for rentals coverage for certain maintenance and wear items e Protection against covered repair costs after your Bumper to Bumper Warranty expires You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating authorized dealer There are several plans available in various time distance and deductible combinations which can be tailored to fit your own driving needs Ford ESP also offers reimbursement ben
126. e your SYNC supplement for more information Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle event data recorders are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants potentially including information such as e how various systems in your vehicle were operating e whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled e how far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or the brake pedal e how fast the vehicle was traveling and e where the driver was positioning the steering wheel 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction To access this information special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada Please note that once 911 Assist Gf equipped is enabled set ON 911 Assist may through any paired and connected cell phone disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deploymen
127. earning process slightly firmer shifts may occur After this learning process normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume N Pao Ra N o Dao La YL Sh a P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear e Start the engine e Depress the brake pedal e Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P Park e Come to a complete stop e Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P Park 178 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this position D Drive with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy Transmission operates in gears one through four D Drive without Overdrive Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the side of the gearshift lever This position allows for all forward gears 1 3 except overdrive
128. ecure the air filter housing cover 2 Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing 3 Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing 4 Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing 5 Install a new air filter element Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated 6 Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps Be sure that the air cleaner cover tabs are engaged into the slots of the air cleaner housing Note Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used 250 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Temporary mobility kit refill TA 33 canister PCV valve Spark plugs Non PZEV only Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used For PZEV the air filter is designed to last the life of the vehicle See your authorized dealer or qualified technician for replacement The technician can check the diagnostics system for the p
129. ed check the coolant concentration refer to Checking engine coolant If the concentration is not 50 50 protection to 34 F 36 C drain some coolant and adjust the concentration It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50 50 coolant concentration Whenever coolant has been added the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle If necessary add enough 50 50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level If you have to add more than 1 0 quart 1 0 liter of engine coolant per month have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system Your cooling system may have a leak Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford approved recycling process is not yet available D Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids 232 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle s cooling system can hold refer to Maintenance product specifications
130. efits for towing and rental coverage When you buy Ford ESP you receive Peace of Mind protection throughout the United States and Canada provided by a network of more than 4 600 participating authorized dealers 209 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle you may still be eligible Since this information is subject to change please ask your authorized dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options or visit the Ford ESP website at www ford esp com GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an anti knock index lower than is recommended for your vehicle contact a regional office or owner relations customer relationship office The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel Using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S
131. encies Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle without access to wheel dollies car hauling trailer or flatbed transport vehicle your vehicle regardless of transmission powertrain configuration can be flat towed all wheels on the ground under the following conditions e Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward direction e Place the transmission in N Neutral Refer to Brake shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N Neutral e Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph 56 km h e Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 km 204 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorized Ford Lincoln or Mercury dealer While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction Please note that certain warranty repairs require special training and or equipment so not all authorized dealers are authorized to perform all warranty repairs This means that depending on the warranty repair needed you may have to take your vehicle to another authorized dealer A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer
132. enger airbag off indicator lamp is incorrect check for the following e Objects lodged underneath the seat e Objects between the seat cushion and the center console if equipped Objects hanging off the seat back Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket if equipped Objects placed on the occupant s lap Cargo interference with the seat e Other passengers pushing or pulling on the seat e Rear passenger feet and knees resting or pushing on the seat 109 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The conditions listed above may cause the weight of a properly seated occupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the passenger sensing system The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or lighter due to the conditions described in the list above WARNING To reduce the risk of possible serious injury Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket if equipped or hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console Gf equipped Check the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp for proper airbag Status Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the passenger seat sensing system In case there is a problem with the o front passenger sensing system the airbag readiness lamp in the IN instrument cluster will stay lit
133. er the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 6 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 7 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 8 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 196 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 9 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification 10 Put the flat tire jack and lug wrench away Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive Unblock the wheels WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles 800 km after any wheel disturbance tire rotation changing a flat tire wheel removal etc Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque M12 x 1 5 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners WARNING When a wheel is installed always remove any corrosion dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub brake drum or brake dis
134. erly restrained Perform the following steps when installing the child seat with combination lap shoulder belts Note Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 124 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 5 To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out Note The automatic locking mode is available on the front passenger and rear outboard seats only The rear center seating position has a cinch tongue Refer to Installing child safety seats in cinch tongue lt ______ __ combination lap shoulder belt seating positions rear center positi
135. erly restrained by safety belts or child safety seats and they move forward during pre crash braking The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front WARNING Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back WARNING Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints 90 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the passenger front airbag The system is designed to help protect small child size occupants from airbag deployments when they are improperly seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contrary to proper child seating or restraint usage recommendations Even with this technology parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat The sensor also turns off the airbag when the passenger seat is empty to prevent unnecessary replacement of the airbag s after a collision When the front passenger seat is occupied and the sensing system has turned off th
136. ers Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats In certain lateral collisions the airbag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated The front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat side airbag if the seat is empty Cunless for some reason the safety belt is properly buckled The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Side airbags are designed to inflate in side impact collisions not roll over rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation WARNING If the side airbag has deployed the airbag will not function again The side airbag system including the seat must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer If the airbag is not replaced the unrepaired area
137. es involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted For proper care of soiled safety belts refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter WARNING Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision 137 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example e Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires light truck or LT type tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulatio
138. ess the control again If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors the same button will activate both Refer to Heated outside mirrors in the Driver Controls chapter Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside or the rear window This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty 38 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus HEADLAMP CONTROL O Turns the lamps off p Turns on the parking lamps instrument panel lamps license plate lamps and tail lamps ZD Turns the low beam headlamps on Fog lamp control if equipped 0 The fog lamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is in the ZD orP position and the high beams are not turned on Pull headlamp control towards you to turn fog lamps on The fog lamp indicator light on the headlamp control will illuminate High beams ZO Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Pull the lever towards you to deactivate 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 39 Lights Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output To activate e the ignition must be in the on position and e the headlamp control is in the off or parking lamp position
139. extension cord outdoors it could result in an electric shock or fire hazard e Use a 16 gauge outdoor extension cord minimum e Use as short an extension cord as possible e Do not use multiple extension cords Instead use one extension cord which is long enough to reach from the engine block heater cord to the outlet without stretching e Make certain that the extension cord is in excellent condition not patched or spliced Store your extension cord indoors at temperatures above 32 F 0 C Outdoor conditions can deteriorate extension cords over a period of time e To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Also ensure that the block heater especially the cord is in good condition before use e Make sure that when in operation the extension cord plug engine block heater cord plug connection is free and clear of water in order to prevent possible shock or fire 167 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving e Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear of all combustibles such as petroleum products dust rags paper and similar items e Be sure that the engine block heater heater cord and extension cord are solidly connected A poor connection can cause the cord to become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire Be sure to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup
140. f vehicle control and accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure is the tire manufacturer s maximum permissible pressure and or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer s recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label When weather temperature changes occur tire inflation pressures also change A 10 F 6 C temperature drop can cause a corresponding drop of 1 psi 7 kPa in inflation pressure Check your tire pressures frequently and adjust them to the proper pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire La
141. f equipped Engine oil dipstick Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 223 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID lt 7 Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low In very cold weather do not fill the reservoir completely Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB M8B16 A2 Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash They may cause squeaking chatter noise streaking and smearing Refer to the ee product specifications and capacities section in this chapter State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol a common windshield washer antifreeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system WARNING If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident Note Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components CHANG
142. f the CD and exact model of radio present 31 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems e MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one level of folders The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc noted by the mp3 file extension and all folders containing MP3 files from F001 folder T001 track to F253 T255 Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation through the disc files Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3 discs it is important to understand 0 how the system will read the structures you create While various 7 6 mp3 O files may be present files with L mp3 extensions other than mp3 only T files with the mp3 extension will be played Other files will be ignored y mp3 3 by the system This enables you to use the same MP3 disc for a variety Nme of tasks on your work computer _fJ mp3 home computer and your in vehicle system FT mp3 LJ mp3 7 i doc El ppt xls In track mode the system will display and play the structure as if it were only one level deep all mp3 files will be played regardless of being in a specific folder In folder mode the system will only play the mp3 files in the current folder Satellite radio information if equipped Satellite radio channels SIRIUS broadcasts a variety of music news sport
143. fications For best results use the following products or products of equivalent quality Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 Motorcraft Car Wash Canada only CXC 83 Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC 15 Motorcraft Custom Clear Coat Polish ZC 8 A Motorcraft Custom Vinyl Protectant ZC 40 A Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner U S only ZC 11 A Motorcraft Leather Care Kit U S only ZC 11 D Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser U S only ZC 20 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo Canada only CXC 66 A Motorcraft Multi Purpose Cleaner Canada only CXC 101 Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC 100 Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate U S only ZC 32 A Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover U S only ZC 14 Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine ZC 28 Motorcraft Triple Clean U S only ZC 13 Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner Canada only CXC 93 Motorcraft Wash and Wax Canada only CXC 95 Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A 219 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle we provide schedu
144. fied amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire Standard fuse amperage rating and color Cartridge z Fuse link maxi Standard fuses cartridge 186 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal Remove the fuse panel cover to gain access to the fuses To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover erp BAe l GO C24 Aam iO 42 48 0060000866 The fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Protected circuits ae Not used spare Brake Switch CHMSL Shift Interlock Right Front Turn lamp Left Front Turn lamp Rear stop turn lamps 5 Not used spare 187 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Protected circuits ere re ee 8 10A Right Low beam Headlamp PSA Interior Lamps Power Mirrors Parking Lamps Not used spare 188 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Protected circuits Location Rating 20A 20A 20A 15A Door Lock sunroof switch illumination Electrochromic mirror Ambient lighting 10A 10A 10A 47 30A circuit Sunroof Power
145. for a burned out bulb High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on D Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver s door is opened sti Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened 16 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature At normal operating temperature the needle will be in the normal range If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool If it enters the red section and the Service engine soon indicator light illuminates refer to How Jail safe cooling works in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot 17 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster Odometer Registers the total miles kilometers of the vehicle If equipped with a message center OO mi refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English Trip odometer Registe
146. for optimum cooling system and engine protection What you should know about fail safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred The fail safe distance depends on ambient temperatures vehicle load and terrain 233 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications How fail safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat e The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red hot area e The s engine coolant temperature indicator light will illuminate If the engine reaches a preset over temperature condition the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine When this occurs the vehicle will still operate However e The engine power will be limited e The air conditioning system will be disabled Continued operation will increase the engine temperature e The engine will completely shut down e Steering and braking effort will increase Once the engine temperature cools the engine can be re started Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize engine damage When fail safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail safe mode so drive the vehicle with caution The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed
147. four wheels Mixing tires of different size or construction on your vehicle can adversely affect your vehicle s handling and braking and may lead to loss of vehicle control WARNING Do not use snow chains or cables on this vehicle as they may cause damage to your vehicle which may lead to loss of vehicle control VEHICLE LOADING WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and or trailer to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability with or without a trailer Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance Before loading your vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle s weight ratings with or without a trailer from the vehicle s Safety Compliance Certification Label Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment It does not include passengers cargo or optional equipment Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment 157 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading CARGO Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight including cargo and optional equipment When towing trailer tongue load weight is also part of cargo weight GAW Gross Axle Weig
148. gencies 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grownding points WARNING Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts 200 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 201 2009 Focus foc Ow
149. go up down the frequency band in individual increments DIRECT Press DIRECT and then select the desired radio frequency G e 93 9 using the memory preset numbers 0 9 SEEK TRACK Press lt SEEK TRACK P to access the previous next strong radio station SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations MEMORY PRESETS 0 9 Wh tuned to any station press and hold PHRA ee a preset button until sound returns and PRESET SAVED appears in the display You can save up to 30 stations 10 in AM 10 in FM1 and FM2 Saving presets automatically Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM FM1 FM2 To activate the autoset feature Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO PRESET ON OFF appears in the display Use lt q SEEK TRACK p gt to toggle AUTO PRESET to ON and either wait five seconds for the search to initiate or press OK to immediately initiate the search If you press 20 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems another control within those five seconds the search will not initiate The 10 strongest stations will be filled and the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are fewer then 10 strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets RDS Radio Available only in FM mode This feature allows you to search RDS equipped s
150. good spare except vehicles that have been supplied with a tire inflation kit e battery jump start e lock out assistance key replacement cost is the customer s responsibility fuel delivery Independent Service Contractors if not prohibited by state local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2 0 gallons 7 5L of gasoline or 5 gallons 18 9L of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle Fuel delivery service is limited to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period e winch out available within 100 feet 80 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries e towing Ford Mercury Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 3 km of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer If a member requests to be towed to an authorized dealer more than 35 miles 56 3 km from the disablement location the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in excess of 35 miles 56 3 km Trailers shall be covered up to 200 if the disabled eligible vehicle requires service at the nearest authorized dealer If the trailer is disabled but the towing vehicle is operational the trailer does not qualify for any roadside services 183 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide for information on e coverage period e exact fuel amounts e towing of your disabled vehicle
151. h non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability 243 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications WARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Illumination of the Service engine soon c indicator charging system warning light or the temperature warning light fluid leaks strange odors smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust to enter the vehicle Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust system inspected and repaired immediately WARNING Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine By law vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures repairs services sells leases trades vehicles or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal also lists engine displacement Please consult your Warranty Guide Customer Informatio
152. he parking brake fully Removing the key Turn the ignition to position 1 off and remove the key DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly especially when the depth is not known Never drive through o water that is higher than the bottom Aa A of the wheel rims for cars or the bottom of the hubs for trucks When driving through water traction or brake capability may be limited Also water may enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage Once through the water always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes 182 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty The service is available e 24 hours seven days a week e for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card included in your Owner Guide portfolio Roadside assistance will cover e a flat tire change with a
153. he current RUT Ou LOCK display mode lt ON gt OFF 2 Press the RESET control switch to turn the autounlock ON or OFF Language 1 Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current LANGUAGE language to be displayed ENGLISH 2 Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices Selectable languages are English Spanish or French 3 Press and hold the RESET control for two seconds to set the language choice System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle s operating systems In the event of a multiple warning situation the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message 64 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls Warning messages that have been reset are divided into two categories e They will reappear on the display 10 minutes from the reset e They will not reappear until an ignition off on cycle has been completed This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle i Passenger door ajar Rear left door
154. he front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 208 and is designed to disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag under certain conditions The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to 106 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or disabled will not inflate The front passenger sensing system will disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag if e the front passenger seat is unoccupied or has small medium objects in the front seat e the system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat that is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions e the system determines that a small child is present in a forward facing child restraint that is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions e the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat e a front passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time e achild or a small person occupies the front passenger seat The front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat side airbag if e the
155. hips tall or greater than 80 lb 86 kg or shoulder belt cen 100 Ib 45 kg if recommended by child tered across the restraint manufacturer shoulder and chest and seatback upright e You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the U S and Canada Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 ft 9 in 1 45 meters tall or 80 lb 86 kg Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle e When possible always properly restrain children twelve 12 years of age and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position 119 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Use any attachment method as indicated be low by X Re straint Type Child Weight Rear fac ing child seat Forward facing child seat Forward facing child seat WARNING Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the vehicle seat all the way back When possible a
156. hrough the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline vapors or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness may result If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction WARNING When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smoke while refueling Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes WARNING The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container 236 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Refueling WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries To help avoid injuries to you and others Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island e Turn off your engine when you are refueling e Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your
157. ht is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle front or rear These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR Note For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers 158 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO j DATE XX XX GVWR XXXXXLB XXXXXKG allowable weight of the fully loaded FRONT GAWR XXXXL REAR GAWR XXXXLB XXXXKG vehicle including all options H XXXXKG WITH equipment passengers and cargo i SF a N RES The GVWR is shown on the AT XXX KPAXX PSLCOLD A ATEXXX KPaIXK PSI COLD Safety Compliance Certification THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR Label located on the B Pillar or ECT On TE DATE or MANUFACTURE SHOWVABOVE the edge of the driver s door N ee ne The GVW must never exceed the GVWR UI MIT UOTE NI ATT RC XX DSO WB BRK TINTTR TIPPS R TAXLE TR SPR XXXXX X
158. if equipped e Press ldd Pe to advance through preset channels In CD mode e Press dd Pe to listen to the next track on the disc In any mode e Press VOL or VOL to adjust the volume SYNC hands free control feature Cif equipped Press m briefly to use the voice command feature You will hear a tone and LISTENING will appear in the radio display Press and hold to exit voice command Press f to activate phone mode or answer a phone call Press and hold to end call or exit phone mode Press ai PP to scroll through various menus and selections Press OK to confirm your selection For further information on the SYNC system refer to the SYNC supplement 58 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls MOON ROOF SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up to ventilate the vehicle WARNING Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle They may seriously hurt themselves The moon roof is equipped with an automatic one touch express opening and closing feature To stop motion at any time during the one touch operation press the control a second time Note The moon roof will open to the comfort position first before opening all the way The comfort position helps to alleviate rumbling wind noise which may happen in the vehicle with the roof fully opened
159. ight Metal Cleaner ZC 15 available from your authorized dealer Apply the product as you would a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts allow the cleaner to dry for a few minutes then wipe off the haze with a clean dry rag Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface After polishing chrome bumpers apply a coating of Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A available from your authorized dealer or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmental effects 213 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning WAXING e Wash the vehicle first e Do not use waxes that contain abrasives use Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A which is available from your authorized dealer or an equivalent quality product Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non body ow gloss black colored trim such as grained door handles roof racks bumpers side moldings mirror housings or the windshield cowl area The paint sealant will gray or stain the parts over time PAINT CHIPS Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match your vehicle s color Take your color code printed on a sticker in the driver s door jamb to your authorized dealer to ensure you get the correct color e Remove particles such as bird droppings tree sap insect deposits tar spots road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chi
160. il Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack Low Tire Pressure Warning Ta 85 D gt LI ir G he B west Vv oe 11 Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle s functions Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works If any light remains on after starting the vehicle refer to the respective system warning light for additional information 12 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Instrument Cluster Service engine soon The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the on position to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection Maintenance I M testing Normally the Service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present However if after 15 seconds the Service engine soon light blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing See the Readiness for Inspection Maintenance Q M testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Solid illumination after
161. iliary input jack Line in WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road The driver s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so 27 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems The Auxiliary Input Jack provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in vehicle audio system This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity To achieve optimal performance please observe the following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the audio system If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system refer to Auxiliary input jack section in the Audio features chapter of your Navigation system supplement Required equipment 1 Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2 An audio extension cable with stereo male 1 8 in 3 5 mm connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack 1 Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off 2 Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off 3 Attach one e
162. ing the engine These objects will not cause damage to the coded key but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine If a problem occurs turn the ignition off remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine Note Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle Anti theft indicator The anti theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster e When the ignition is in the off AN position the indicator will flash once every two seconds to R indicate the SecuriLock system is functioning as a theft deterrent e When the ignition is in the on position the indicator will glow for three seconds then turn off to indicate normal system functionality If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the on position If this occurs turn the ignition off then back to on to make sure there was no electronic interference with the programmed key If the vehicle doesn t start try to start it with the 2nd programmed key and if successful 78 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security contact your authorized dealership for key replacement If the indicator still flashes rapidly or glows steadily and the vehicle will not start contact your authorized dealer as soon as possi
163. ion 1793 2 d requires that if a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of attempts the manufacturer shall be required to either replace the vehicle with one substantially identical or repurchase the vehicle and reimburse the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price paid or payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 18 000 miles 29 000 km whichever occurs first 1 Two or more repair attempts are made on the same non conformity likely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle OR 3 The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days not necessarily all at one time In the case of 1 or 2 above the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Dri
164. ion 2 Multiply liters used by 100 then divide by total kilometers traveled Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel economy under current driving conditions Additionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Driving style good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy 241 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Habits e Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel e Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy e Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel e Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop e Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy e Slow down gradually e Driving at reasonable speeds traveling at 55 mph 88 km h uses 15 less fuel than traveling at 65 mph 105 km h e Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy e Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy e You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs Unnecessar
165. ion wee 105 112 115 passenger airbag 105 112 115 Side ADAE kosice 111 Ambient mood lighting 43 AMEM cosine 19 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 0 229 Anti lock brake system See Brakes siccsssccsescessersseas 169 Anti theft system cceeees 78 Audio system see Radio 19 Automatic transaxle Huid addini enion 247 fluid checking 0 00 247 fluid specification 252 Automatic transmission 177 driving an automatic overdrive ooo ieee ceeeeseceeeeseeeeee 178 fluid refill capacities 252 Auxiliary input jack Line IN ennn 27 Axle refill capacities cceeeees 252 260 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus B Battery sscsssax Paves seetedascsndiceteaaisce 227 acid treating emergencies 227 jumping a disabled battery 198 maintenance free 008 227 replacement specifications 251 SEPVICIIG 533 scents aensesdenncs odaeatbevess 227 Belt Minder neceser 98 Booster Seats presoneras 134 Brakes s cccscssiessesvhes iniia 168 169 AMG lOCK sesenengan 169 anti lock brake system ABS Warning light sescscscpierisesa 169 fluid checking and adding 247 fluid refill capacities 252 fluid specifications 252 lubricant specifications 252 Parking sssrini 170 shift interlock vrsresiarisrissa 177 Break in period cccceceeeeeeees 6 PAD
166. iously programmed coded key insert the other previously programmed coded key into the ignition 79 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security 6 Turn the ignition from the 1 off position to the 3 on position Keep the ignition in the 3 on position for at least one second but not more than 10 seconds 7 Turn the ignition to the 1 off position 8 Remove the previously programmed coded key from the ignition 9 Within twenty seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key insert the unprogrammed key new valet key into the ignition 10 Turn the ignition from the 1 off position to the 3 on position Keep the ignition in the 3 on position for at least one second but no more than 10 seconds 11 Your new unprogrammed key is now programmed If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out If the key was not successfully programmed it will not start your vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off or stay on for more than three seconds If failure repeats bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key s programmed To program additional new unprogrammed key s repeat this procedure from Step 1 for each additional key 80 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints SEA
167. ipstick clean Insert the dipstick fully then remove it again e If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the MIN mark add enough engine oil to raise the level within the MIN and MAX range Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter Oil levels above MAX mark May cause engine damage If the engine is overfilled some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer 7 Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 225 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the MAX mark on the engine oil level dipstick 4 Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise tightly until clicks are heard or until it is snug To avoid possible oil loss DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and or the engine oil filler cap removed Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification
168. ire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 139 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them Glossary of tire terminology e Tire label A label showing the OE Original Equipment tire sizes recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry e Tire Identification Number TIN A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant tire size and date of manufacture Also referred to as DOT code Inflation pressure A measure of the amount of air in a tire Standard load A class of
169. ited by law and could damage your vehicle Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds including manganese based additives 238 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Note Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage a loss of vehicle performance and repairs may not be covered under warranty Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump R M 2 octane rating of 87 We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as Regular in high altitude areas that are sold with octane ratings less than 87 Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating see your authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems try a different brand of unleaded gasoline Premium unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced If the problems persist see your authorized dealer Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to
170. k features activated there are three methods to enable disable this feature e Through your authorized dealer e by using a power door unlock lock sequence e or by using the instrument cluster message center Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter Note The autounlock feature can be activated deactivated independently of the autolock feature Power door lock switch autounlock enable disable procedure Before starting ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed You must complete Steps 1 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again 1 Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the on position 2 Press the power door e control on the door panel three times 3 Turn the ignition from the on a position to the off position 4 Press the power door control on the door panel three times 5 Turn the ignition back to the on position The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active 6 To enable disable the autounlock feature press the lock control then press the unlock control The horn will chirp once if autounlock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autounlock was activated 7 Turn the ignition to the off position The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete
171. kles then unbuckles the safety belt for that seating position the Belt Minder is disabled for the current ignition cycle The Belt Minder feature will enable during the same ignition cycle if the occupant buckles and remains buckled for approximately 30 seconds Confirmation is not given for the one time disable Deactivating activating the Belt Minder feature The driver and front passenger Belt Minder are deactivated activated independently When deactivating activating one seating position do not buckle the other position as this will terminate the process Read Steps 1 4 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure Note The driver and front passenger Belt Minder features must be disabled enabled separately Both cannot be disable enabled during the same key cycle The driver and front passenger Belt Minder features can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that e The parking brake is set e The gearshift is in P Park automatic transmission and in neutral manual transmission e The ignition switch is in the off position e The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled WARNING While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt Minder this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident We recommend you leave the Belt Minder system activated f
172. l be affixed to a PAK aa H Soo vehicle and prescribe where the xo A e ae Safety Compliance Certification AT XXX KPAXX PSLCOLD AT XXX KPAXX PSI COLD Label may be located The Safety THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TOIL APPLICABLE FEDERAC MOTOR Compliance Certification Label is EFFECT ON THE DAT OF MANUFACTURE SHOWIN ABOVE located on the structure B Pillar VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX by the trailing edge of the driver s bees io door or the edge of the driver s MUD 0 ANY A AA door EXT PNT XX RCXX DSO WB BRK TINTTR TIPPS R TAXLE TR SPR XXXXX XXX X XX X XX XX XX XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX XXXX XXXXXXX XX 255 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications a Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel The Vehicle Identification Number VIN contains the following information 1 World manufacturer identifier XXX X XXX X X X X XXXXXX 2 Brake system Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Restraint System 3 Vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number 256 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmis
173. lant from yellow to golden tan e Do not add mix an orange colored extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant meeting Ford specification WSS M97B44 D or DEX COOL brand with the factory filled coolant Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant or any orange colored extended life product such as DEX COOL brand with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection e A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service location In this instance the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible Water alone without engine coolant can cause engine damage from corrosion overheating or freezing e Do not use alcohol methanol brine or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze coolant Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing e Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the FULL COLD level For all other vehicles which have a coolant degas system with a pressurized ca
174. ld return UPDATING Update of No action required The process channel may take up to three minutes programming in progress CALL SIRIUS Satellite service Call SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 to 1 888 539 7474 has been re activate or resolve subscription deactivated by issues SIRIUS Satellite Radio SYNC IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC a hands free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features For more information please refer to the SYNC supplement 35 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM e L kadi o Ie o a o Ac po W o o MAX A C 19 1 Fan speed adjustment Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle 2 P69 Rear defroster Press to activate deactivate the rear window defroster Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information 3 QV Defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection 4 gi Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents demister vents floor vents and rear seat floor vents
175. lded in the sidewall 2 Full size dissimilar spare with label on wheel This spare tire has a label on the wheel that states THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above do not e Exceed 50 mph 80 km h e Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label e Tow a trailer e Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire e Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time e Use commercial car washing equipment e Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following e Handling stability and braking performance e Comfort and noise e Ground clearance and parking at curbs e Winter weather driving capability e Wet weather driving capability 3 Full size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving with the full size dissimilar spare tire wheel do not e Exceed 70 mph 113 km h e Use more than one dissimilar spare tire wheel at a time e Use commercial car washing equipment e Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire wheel 193 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies The usage of a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel can lead to impairment of the following e Handling stability and braking performa
176. led maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy If your vehicle requires professional service your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service Check your Warranty Guide Customer Information Guide to find out which parts and services are covered Use only recommended fuels lubricants fluids and service parts conforming to specifications Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle e Do not work on a hot engine e When the engine is running make sure that loose clothing jewelry or long hair does not get caught in moving parts e Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation e Keep all open flames and other burning cigarettes material away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must relearn its idle condition before your vehicle will drive properly as explained in Battery in this section Working with the engine off Automatic transmission Set the parking brake and shift to P Park Turn off the engine and remove the key Block the wheels e Manual transmission wo Y o 1 Set the parking brake depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 First 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Bl
177. lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights 165 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving Starting the engine 1 Turn the key to 3 on without turning the key to 4 start 2 Turn the key to 4 start then O 4 release the key as soon as the a engine begins cranking Your vehicle has a computer assisted cranking system that assists in starting the engine After releasing the key from the 4 start position the engine may continue cranking for up to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts Note Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off position 3 After idling for a few seconds apply the brake shift into gear and drive Note If the engine does not start on the first try turn the key to the off position wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again If the engine still fails to start press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again keeping the accelerator on the floor until the engine begins to accelerate above cranking speeds this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects WARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes I
178. ll children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat 120 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child s size height weight or age Follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the instructions and warnings provided by the vehicle manufacturer A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized is inappropriate for your child s height age or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death WARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision which may result in serious injury or death WARNING Never use pillows books or towels to boost a child They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision WARNING Always restrain an unoccupied child seat or booster seat These objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop which may increase the risk of serious injury
179. loth you may also use Motorcraft Dash amp Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A on the instrument panel and interior trim areas e Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection 216 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning e Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces e Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish of the instrument panel interior trim and cluster lens WARNING Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system If a staining liquid like coffee juice has been spilled on the instrument panel or on interior trim surfaces clean as follows 1 Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean white cotton cloth 2 Apply Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 11 A In Canada use Motorcraft Multi Purpose Cleaner CXC 101 to the wiped area and spread around evenly 3 Apply more Motorcraft cleaner to a clean white cotton cloth and press the cloth onto the soiled area allow this to set at room temperature for 30 minutes 4 Remove the soaked cloth and if it is not soiled badly u
180. luminates four footwells and three cupholders with a choice of seven colors The ambient lighting control a switch is located on the instrument VSI panel To activate press and release the control switch to cycle through the seven color choices plus the off state The lights come on whenever the ignition is in either the on or accessory position Note The ambient lights will stay on until after the ignition is placed in the off position and either of the front doors are opened or the accessory delay timer expires BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure Condensation can be a natural by product of this design When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold When normal condensation occurs a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions Examples of acceptable condensation are e Presence of thin mist no streaks drip marks or droplets e Fine mist covers less than 50 of the lens Examples of unacceptable moisture usually caused by a lamp water leak are e Water puddle inside the lamp e Large water droplets drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens Take your vehicle to deale
181. m uses a warning indicator light in the instrument cluster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following e The readiness light same light o for front and side airbag system will either flash or stay lit SN e The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on e A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the supplemental restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Seat mounted side airbag system fe WARNING Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision WARNING Do not use accessory seat covers The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident 111 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and S
182. matic transmission must relearn its shift strategy As a result the transmission may have firm and or soft shifts This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 198 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 199 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emer
183. mer Information Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner s Guide Special instructions For your added safety your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls WARNING Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System SRS in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury WARNING Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle such as engine throttle steering or brake systems In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle For U S only if equipped if you choose to use the SYNC Vehicle Health Report you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose Se
184. mportant ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time open the windows at least one inch 2 5 cm or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air 166 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting and allows the heater defroster system to respond quickly If your vehicle is equipped with this system your equipment includes a heater element which is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allows the user to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt a c electrical source The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0 F 18 C WARNING Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury WARNING To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Prior to using the engine block heater follow these recommendations for proper and safe operation e For your safety use an outdoor extension cord that is product certified by Underwriter s Laboratory UL or Canadian Standards Association CSA Use only an extension cord that can be used outdoors in cold temperatures and is clearly marked Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances Never use an indoor
185. n 83 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash head restraints must be installed properly Adjusting the front manual seat WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system resulting in serious injury or death in a crash Always sit upright against your seatback with your feet on the floor WARNING To reduce the risk of possible serious injury Do not hang objects off seat back or stow objects in map pocket Cf equipped when a child is in the front passenger seat Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console if equipped Check the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp for proper airbag status Refer to Front passenger sensing system chapter for additional details Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system Pull the lever located under the front edge of the seat to move the seat forward or backward 84 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Pull up on the control to raise the seat and push down on the control to lower the seat Lift the control to adjust the angle of the seatback
186. n either the safety belt or the LATCH lower anchors may be attached first provided a proper installation is achieved Attach the tether strap afterward if included with the child seat Refer to Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Many forward facing child safety seats include a tether strap which extends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoring point called the top tether anchor Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap or to obtain a longer tether strap if the tether strap on your safety seat does not reach the appropriate top tether anchor in the vehicle The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as described below The tether anchors in your vehicle are located under a cover marked with the tether anchor symbol shown with title The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view n 8 4 Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor Once the child safety seat has been installed using either the safety belt the lower anchors of the
187. n Guide for complete emission warranty information On board diagnostics OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine s emission control system This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II The OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle When the Service engine soon C indicator illuminates the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Temporary malfunctions may cause the Service engine soon indicator to illuminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 3 The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened See Fuel filler cap in this chapter 244 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 4 Driving through deep water the electrical system may be wet These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel properly tightening the fuel cap or letting the electrical system dry out After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the Service engine soon indicator should stay off the next time the engine is started A driving cycle consists of a cold engine st
188. n any one of the following actions are taken by the driver or any other person e pressing the hazard control button e or pressing the panic button on the remote entry transmitter The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles including pretensioners Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel 117 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags Important child restraint precautions WARNING Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their height age and weight Child safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child WARNING All children are shaped differently The Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST an
189. n gear it is recommended to run the A C in the MAX A C position reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle s transmission into the PARK gear position automatic transmission only to continue to receive cool air from your A C system For maximum cooling performance in MAX A C mode 1 Select MAX A C 2 Select the coolest temperature setting 3 Set the fan to the highest speed initially As the interior starts to cool down adjust the fan speed to maintain comfort To aid in side window defogging demisting in cold weather 1 Select A 2 Select A C 3 Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort 4 Set the fan speed to the highest setting 5 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice The engine must be running to operate the rear window defroster Press G to turn the rear window defroster on An indicator light on the button will illuminate when active The rear window defroster turns off automatically after a predetermined amount of time if a low battery condition is detected or when the ignition is turned off or to the accessory position To manually turn off the rear window defroster at any time pr
190. n programmed 8 Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter 9 Turn the ignition to the 1 off position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters 10 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been exited 77 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti theft system is an engine immobilization system This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a no start condition Your vehicle comes with two coded keys additional coded keys may be purchased from your authorized dealer The authorized dealer can program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key Note The SecuriLock passive anti theft system is not compatible with non Ford aftermarket remote start systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection Note Large metallic objects electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while start
191. nce e Comfort and noise e Ground clearance and parking at curbs e Winter weather driving capability e Wet weather driving capability e All Wheel driving capability Gf applicable e Load leveling adjustment if applicable When driving with the full size dissimilar spare tire wheel additional caution should be given to e Towing a trailer e Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body e Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel and seek service as soon as possible Stopping and securing the vehicle 1 Park on a level surface set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers 2 Place the gearshift lever in P Park automatic transmission or R Reverse manual transmission and turn the engine off Tire change procedure WARNING When one of the front wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the vehicle is in P Park automatic transmission or R Reverse manual transmission 194 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies A WARNING To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed WARNING If the vehicle slips off the jack
192. nd of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle 4 Turn the radio on using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level 5 Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1 2 the volume 6 Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE LINE IN or SYNC LINE IN appears in the display You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may be low 7 Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls Troubleshooting 1 Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not 28 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems compatible with the AIJ The AIJ will only work correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a volume control 2 Do not set the portable music player s volume level higher than is necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality Many portable music players have different output levels so not all players should be set at the same levels Some players will sound best at full volume and others will
193. ne soon C indicator may come on For more information on the Service engine soon C indicator refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you the driver You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of fill ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of driving engine break in period You will get a more accurate measurement after 2 000 miles 3 000 miles 3 000 km 5 000 km Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of this chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be 240 2009 Focus
194. need to be set at a lower volume 3 If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels turn the portable music player volume down If the problems persists replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player 4 The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control play pause etc over the attached portable music player 5 For safety reasons connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving Also the portable music player should be stored in a secure location such as the center console or the glove box when the vehicle is in motion The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion USB port if equipped WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road The driver s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so Your vehicle may be equipped with a USB port inside your center console This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices memory sticks and also to charge devices if they support this feature
195. ners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions 202 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed contact a professional towing service or if you are a member of a roadside assistance program your roadside assistance service provider It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment the front wheels drive wheels must be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transmission If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle 203 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emerg
196. ng Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for LT type tires LT type tires have some additional information beyond those of P type tires these differences are described below 5 SD 114 777 7 Note Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire 1 LT Indicates a tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association T amp RA that is intended for service on light trucks 2 Load Range Load Inflation Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual Ib kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single defined as two tires total on the rear axle 151 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Information on T type tires T type tires have some additional information beyond those of P type tires these differences are described below T145 80D16 is an example of a tire J SRA fa size Note The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire 1 T Indicates a type of tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association
197. ng To determine if the vehicle is ready for I M testing turn the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine If the Service engine soon Cc indicator blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing if the Service engine soon Cc indicator stays on solid it means that the vehicle is ready for I M testing 245 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications The OBD II system is designed to check the emission control system during normal driving A complete check may take several days If the vehicle is not ready for I M testing the following driving cycle consisting of mixed city and highway driving may be performed 15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway highway followed by 20 minutes of stop and go driving with at least four 30 second idle periods Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete If the vehicle is still not ready for I M testing the above driving cycle will have to be repeated POWER STEERING FLUID Check the fluid Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for service maintenance schedules 1 Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperat
198. ng is off 26 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems Use lt Q SEEK TRACK gt to adjust between SPEED OFF and levels 1 7 Increasing the level from 1 lowest setting to 7 highest setting allows the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise Recommended level is 3 SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting ALL SEATS Occupancy mode if equipped Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the Occupancy mode setting Press SEEK TRACK gt to select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS Extra Features AUX Press repeatedly to cycle through LINE IN auxiliary audio mode and SYNC if equipped For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC refer to the SYNC information included with your vehicle for further information OK Your vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media features which will require you to confirm commands by pressing OK Refer to the SYNC information included with your vehicle for further information a Phone If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC press to access SYNC PHONE features Refer to the SYNC information included with your vehicle for further information If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC the display will read NO PHONE Aux
199. nition and turn the ignition to the on position D 2 Press the power door ma control on the door panel three times 3 Turn the ignition from the on al position to the off position 4 Press the power door control on the door panel three times 5 Turn the ignition back to the on position The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active 6 To enable disable the autolock feature press the unlock control then press the lock control The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated 7 Turn the ignition to the off position The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete Autounlock feature if equipped The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when e the ignition is in the on position all the doors are closed and the vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km h the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned to the off or accessory position and the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being transitioned to the off or accessory position Note The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked before the driver door is opened 70 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security Deactivating activating autounlock feature Your vehicle comes with the autounloc
200. nother seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap shoulder belts or consider using a high back booster seat High back booster seats If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child s head a high back booster seat would be a better choice 135 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Children and booster seats vary in size and shape Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips never up across the stomach and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder The drawings below compare the ideal fit center to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder The drawings below also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child s hips If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat Check with the booster seat manufacturer s instructions 136 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The importance of shoulder belis Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a c
201. ns Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 14 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA ABC The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance 138 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature AB C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the t
202. nstructions The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat e When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passenger frontal airbag may inflate the indicator will be unlit and stay unlit If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger s seat but the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp is lit it is possible that the person isn t sitting properly in the seat If this happens e Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full upright position e Have the person sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with the person s legs comfortably extended e Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger s frontal airbag e If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat Pass Airbag Off 3 Disabled Small child in child Lit Disabled safety seat or booster Small child with safety Lit Disabled belt buckled or unbuckled WARNING Even with Advanced Restraints Systems children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on
203. nstructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments 4 Follow the instructions on attaching child safety seats with tether straps Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown WARNING Never attach two child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break causing serious injury or death 130 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Depending on where you secure a child restraint and depending on the child restraint design you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and or LATCH lower anchors rendering those features potentially unusable To avoid risk of injury occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained Use of inboard lower anchors from the outboard seating positions center seating use The lower anchors at the center of the second row rear seat are spaced 450 mm 18 inches apart The standardized spacing for LATCH lower anchors is 280 mm 11 inches center to center A child seat with rigid LATCH attachments cannot be installed at the center seating position LATCH compatible child seats with attachments on belt webbing can only be used at this seating position provided that
204. nt to delete the currently listed song press A V to select either RETURN or CANCEL Note If there are no songs presently saved the display will read NO SONGS c DELETE ALL SONGS Press OK to delete all song s from the system s memory The display will read ARE YOU SURE Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED Note If there are no songs presently saved the display will read NO SONGS d DISABLE ALERTS ENABLE ALERTS Press OK to enable disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel The system default is disabled SONG ALERTS ENABLED DISABLED will appear in the display The menu listing will display the opposite state For example if you have chosen to enable the song alerts the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on so your other option is to turn them off 25 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems e CHANNEL LOCKOUT MENU Press OK to enter the Channel Lockout menu Press the A y to scroll through the following options a LOCK UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL Press OK when LOCK UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL is displayed and the display will read ENTER PIN Enter your four digit PIN number initial PIN is 1234 and the system will lock unlock the channel and CHANNEL LOCKED or UNLOCKED will be displayed Note you must be tuned to the specific channel you want to l
205. nting USA fus 67 Locks and Security KEYS One key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency Your keys are programmed to your vehicle using a non programmed key will not permit your vehicle to start If you lose your authorized dealer supplied keys replacement keys are available through your authorized dealer Refer to the SecuwriLock passive anti theft system section later in this chapter for more information POWER DOOR LOCKS e Press the cl control to unlock all doors i e Press the a control to lock all doors a amp Smart locks This feature helps to prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition When you open one of the front doors and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control on the driver or passenger door trim panel all the doors will lock then all doors will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition The vehicle can still be locked with the key in the ignition by locking the driver s door with a key or using the lock control on the remote entry key fob If both front doors are closed the vehicle can be locked from any method regardless of whether the key is in the ignition or not Autolock if equipped The autolock feature will lock all the doors when e all doors are closed e the ignition is in the on position e you shift into any gear
206. nting USA fus Driving Under normal operating conditions brake dust may accumulate on the wheels Some brake dust is inevitable as brakes wear and does not contribute to brake noise The use of modern friction materials with emphasis on improved performance and environmental considerations can lead to more dust than in the past Brake dust can be cleaned by weekly washing with soapy water and a soft sponge Heavier deposits can be removed with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A Four wheel anti lock brake system ABS if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with an Anti lock Braking System ABS This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by keeping the brakes from locking Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking any pulsation or mechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces However the ABS does not decrease stopping distance ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates ABS when the ignition is turned on If the light does not illuminate during start up remains
207. ntrol system may be deactivated in certain situations See the Switching Off AdvanceTrac section below Electronic Stability Control ESC Electronic Stability Control ESC may enhance your vehicle s directional stability during adverse maneuvers for example when cornering severely or avoiding objects in the roadway ESC operates by applying brakes to one or more of the wheels individually and if necessary reducing engine power if the system detects that the vehicle is about to skid or slide laterally During Electronic Stability Control events the sliding car icon f in the instrument cluster will flash Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the Electronic Stability Control system which include but are not limited to Taking a turn too fast e Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident pedestrian or obstacle e Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces Changing lanes on a snow rutted road 174 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving e Entering a snow free road from a snow covered side street or vice versa e Entering a paved road from a gravel road or vice versa e Cornering while towing a heavily loaded trailer refer to Trailer towing in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Switching Off AdvanceTrac If the vehicle is stuck in snow mud or sand and seems to lose engine power switching off certain features of the AdvanceTrac system may be beneficial bec
208. o play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached 4 j P CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be Y inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the gt CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ballpoint pens may damage CDs Please contact your authorized dealer for further information Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty information If service is necessary see your dealer or qualified technician MP3 track and folder structure Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structure as follows e There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback MP3 track mode system default and MP3 folder mode For more information on track and folder mode refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section e MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc noted by the mp3 file extension from T001 to a maximum of T255 Note The maximum number of playable MP3 files may be less depending on the structure o
209. ock the wheels 220 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on e Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Block the wheels e Manual transmission 1 Set the parking brake depress the clutch pedal place the gearshift in N Neutral and release the clutch pedal 2 Block the wheels WARNING To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the instrument panel 221 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and R locate the auxiliary latch centered under the front of the hood and then release it by pushing the auxiliary latch to the left 3 Lift the hood and locate the prop rod on the passenger side of the vehicle near the fender Support the hood with the prop rod 222 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Engine oil filler cap 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Brake Clutch fluid reservoir Power Distribution box Battery Air Filter Automatic transmission fluid dipstick i
210. ock unlock when using this feature b CHANGE PIN Press OK when CHANGE PIN is displayed The display will read ENTER OLD PIN Enter your current old PIN number and when the system accepts your entry it will display ENTER NEW PIN Enter your new four digit PIN and the system will save the new PIN and PIN SAVED will display c UNLOCK ALL CHANNELS Press OK when UNLOCK ALL CHANNELS is displayed and the display will read ENTER PIN Enter your four digit PIN and the system will unlock all channels and the display will read CHANNEL UNLOCKED d RESET PIN Press OK when RESET PIN is displayed The display will read ARE YOUR SURE Press OK again to automatically reset the PIN number to its initial password setting 1234 PIN RESET TO DEFAULT PIN will be displayed e RETURN Press OK when RETURN is displayed and the system will exit back to the satellite radio menu Sound Adjustments Press SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features BASS Press lt SEEK TRACK gt to adjust the level of bass TREBLE Press lt Q SEEK TRACK gt to adjust the level of treble BALANCE Press lt Q SEEK TRACK to adjust the audio between the left L and right R speakers FADE Press lt Q SEEK TRACK to adjust the audio between the back B and front F speakers SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME With this feature on radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise The default setti
211. of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall 147 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Information on P type tires P215 65R15 95H is an example of a tire size load index and speed rating The definitions of these items are listed below Note that the tire size load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example 1 P Indicates a tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association T amp RA that may be used for service on cars SUVs minivans and light trucks Note If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO European Tire and Rim Technical Organization or JATMA Japan Tire Manufacturing Association 2 215 Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 65 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width 4 R Indicates a radial type tire 5 15 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter 6 95 Indicates the tire s load index It is an index that relates to how much weight a
212. of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you when your tires need air It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low Tire Possible Customer Action Required Pressure cause Warning Light Solid Warning Tire s 1 Check your tire pressure to ensure tires are properly inflated refer to In Jlating your tires in this chapter 2 After inflating your tires to the manu facturer s recommended inflation pres sure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph 82 km h before the light will turn OFF Spare tire in Your temporary spare tire is in use Re use pair the damaged road wheel tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore sys tem functionality For a description on how the system functions refer to When your temporary spare tire is installed in this section TPMS mal If your tires are properly inflated and function your spare tire is not in use and the light remains ON contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible 155 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Low Tire Possible Customer Action Required Pressure cause Warning Light Flashing Spare tire in Your temporary spare tire is in use Re Warning use pai
213. ollision For this reason you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap shoulder belts in the back seat Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat WARNING Never place or allow a child to place the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision Child restraint and safety belt maintenance Inspect the vehicle safety belts and child safety seat systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the vehicle and child seat safety belts to make sure there are no nicks tears or cuts Replace if necessary All vehicle safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front safety belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Refer to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicl
214. ommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another with equivalent performance for your engine application BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal be disconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for an extended period of time This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability WARNING Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery When working near the battery always shield your face and protect your eyes Always provide proper ventilation 227 2009 Focus foc Owners Gui
215. on only in this chapter 6 Allow the belt to retract to remove slack The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 125 Seating and Safety Restraints 7 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 5 and 6 8 Remove remaining slack from the belt Force the seat down with extra weight e g by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order to force slack from the belt This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once the additional weight of the child is added to the child restraint It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle Sometimes a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt 9 Attach the tether strap if the child seat is equipped Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter 10 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back There should be no more than one inch 2 5 cm of movemen
216. once the system has been operating for approximately a half hour e Finally have the engine block heater system checked during your fall tune up to be sure it s in good working order How to use the engine block heater Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use To clean them use a dry cloth Depending on the type of factory installed equipment your engine block heater will use 4 to 1 0 kilowatt hours of energy per hour of use Your factory installed block heater system does not have a thermostat however maximum temperature is attained after approximately three hours of operation Block heater operation longer than three hours will not improve system performance and will unnecessarily use additional electricity Make sure system is unplugged and properly stowed before driving the vehicle While not in use make sure the protective cover seals the prongs of the engine block heater cord plug BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by an authorized dealer If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer Refer to Brake system warning light in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake system warning light BRAKE 168 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Pri
217. ontrol system the button must again be held for at least one second If a system fault is detected the traction control active light will illuminate the Traction Control button will not turn the system on or off and your vehicle should be serviced by an authorized dealer 171 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving ADVANCETRAC STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED WARNING Vehicle modifications involving braking system aftermarket roof racks suspension steering system tire construction and or wheel tire size may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance of the AdvanceTrac system In addition installing any stereo loudspeakers may interfere with and adversely affect the AdvanceTrac system Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible from the front center console the tunnel and the front seats in order to minimize the risk of interfering with the AdvanceTrac sensors Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac system could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death WARNING Remember that even advanced technology cannot defy the laws of physics It s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions Aggressive driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of pe
218. operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the A C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 6 Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process e The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles 16 km or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy e If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed the transmission must learn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the 228 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications transmission may shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected e Always dispose of automotive 2 batteries in a responsible manner s S Follow your local authorized Y A standards for disposal Call your t local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the intervals listed in scheduled maintenance information The coolant concentration should b
219. operation and the engine will run rough Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage therefore 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine 2 Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer 3 If this is not possible wait a short period for the engine to cool 4 Check the coolant level and replenish if low WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot 5 Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible 234 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications FUEL FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS fg Important safety precautions WARNING Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire WARNING The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others WARNING If you do not u
220. or yourself and others who may use the vehicle To reduce the risk of injury do not deactivate activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle 101 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 1 Turn the ignition switch to the on position DO NOT START THE ENGINE 2 Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off Approximately one minute e Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off 3 For the seating position being disabled at a moderate speed buckle then unbuckle the safety belt nine times ending in the unbuckled state Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off e After Step 3 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds 4 Within approximately seven seconds of the light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt e This will disable the Belt Minder feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled As confirmation the safety belt warning light will flash one time per second for three seconds e This will enable the Belt Minder feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled As confirmation the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds followed by three seconds with the light off then followed by the safety belt warning light flashing one time per second for three second
221. ossibility of an excessively dirty air filter Only use the specified replacement oil filter The use of a non specified oil filter can result in engine damage 3The PCV valve is a critical emission component It is one of the items listed in scheduled maintenance information and is essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system For PCV valve replacement see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used For spark plug replacement see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used 251 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications TV TSAL6IN SSM dL 0A JIEN UVOLI IdV Pue V 0E69OGNW SSM epeur ZIdSTOZMS OX9 SN dS 07M9 OX 2 009 NW ASM SD SW LX AT oNOOUdIN NTO 0T LX
222. p or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with an overflow system follow these steps to add engine coolant WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap The cooling system is under pressure steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly 231 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by following these steps 1 Before you begin turn the engine off and let it cool 2 When the engine is cool wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir a translucent plastic bottle Slowly turn cap counterclockwise left until pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure releases 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap 5 Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture to within the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system fill the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full 6 Replace the cap Turn until tightly installed Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss After any coolant has been add
223. partment near the tail lamps WARNING Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child s reach Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury Children should be taught not to play in vehicles Locks and Security WARNING Do not leave children unreliable adults or animals unattended in the vehicle On hot days the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat related injuries including brain damage Small children are particularly at risk 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus 73 Locks and Security REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is approximately 33 feet 10 meters A decrease in operating range could be caused by e weather conditions e nearby radio
224. ponents e Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean In Canada use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo CXC 66 A e Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine PLASTIC NON PAINTED EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts These products are available from your authorized dealer e For routine cleaning use Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A e If tar or grease spots are present use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 e For plastic headlamp lenses use Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 215 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be cleaned regularly If the wipers do not wipe properly substances on the vehicle s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes water repellent coatings tree sap or other organic contamination these contaminants may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades and streaking and smearing of the windshield To clean these items follow these tips e The windshield rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non abrasive cleaner such a
225. properly restrain the largest child in the front seat Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat When installing a child safety seat with combination lap shoulder belts e Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position e Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle e Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling 123 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints e Place vehicle seat back in upright position e Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Step 5 below WARNING Depending on where you secure a child restraint and depending on the child restraint design you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and or LATCH lower anchors rendering those features potentially unusable To avoid risk of injury occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be prop
226. ps e Always read the instructions before using the products ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish In order to maintain their shine e Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or covers e Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your wheel rims or covers Chemical strength cleaners or cleaning chemicals in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt could wear away the clearcoat finish over time e Do not use hydrofluoric acid based or high caustic based wheel cleaners steel wool fuels or strong household detergent e To remove tar and grease use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 available from your authorized dealer 214 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal When washing e Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage e Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine com
227. putting the vehicle in motion and e the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km h 68 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security The autolock feature repeats when e any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the on position and the vehicle speed is 9 mph 15 km h or lower and e the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km h Deactivating activating autolock Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature enabled There are three methods to enable disable this feature e Through your authorized dealer or e Performing the power door lock control procedure or e Performing the message center Gf equipped procedure Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter Note The autolock feature can be activated deactivated independently of the autounlock feature Before following the activation or deactivation procedures make sure that the anti theft system is not armed ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed 69 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security Power door unlock lock procedure Before starting ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed You must complete Steps 1 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again 1 Place the key in the ig
228. r For Full Size and Dissimilar spare tires see the Dissimilar spare tire wheel information section for description Store and maintain at the higher of the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label 6 Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak 7 Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges cuts or bulges TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove objects such as stones nails or glass that may be wedged in the tread grooves Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs Also inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking cuts bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear If internal damage to the tire is suspected have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced For your safety tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail 142 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally Inspect all your tires including the spare frequently and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm
229. r for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present 43 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Lights Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America to ensure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Headlamps H13 Park and turn lamp front 3457 NAK or 3457AK Side marker lamp front 168 Fog lamps Gf equipped H11 LL Stop turn and tail lamps 3057K Backup lamp 921 License plate lamp C5W L High mount brake lamp LED To replace these lamps see your authorized dealer To replace all instrument panel lights see your authorized dealer Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently Replacing headlamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood 2 Remove four push pins from the radiator grille and pull the grille forward to access the lower screw 3 Remove three bolts and washers from the headlamp assembly 4 Carefully pull the headlamp assembly up and away from the vehicle to disengage the spring clip located on the bottom of the headlamp assembly 5 Dis
230. r from under the instrument panel during this severe condition e The brake pedal may feel stiffer than usual 173 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving Traction Control TCS Traction Control is a driver aid feature that helps your vehicle maintain traction of the wheels typically when driving on slippery and or hilly road surfaces by detecting and controlling wheel spin Excessive wheel spin is controlled in two ways which may work separately or in tandem Engine Traction Control and Brake Traction Control Engine Traction Control works to limit drive wheel spin by momentarily reducing engine power Brake Traction Control works to limit wheel spin by momentarily applying the brakes to the wheel that is slipping Traction Control is most active at low speeds During Traction Control events the sliding car icon f in the instrument cluster will flash If the Traction Control system is activated excessively in a short period of time the braking portion of the system may become temporarily disabled to allow the brakes to cool down In this situation Traction Control will use only engine power reduction or transfer to help control the wheels from over spinning When the brakes have cooled down the system will regain all features Anti lock braking and ESC are not affected by this condition and will continue to function during the cool down period The Engine Traction Control and Brake Traction Co
231. r the damaged road wheel and re Light mount it on the vehicle to restore system functionality For a description of how the system functions under these condi tions refer to When your temporary spare tire is installed in this section TPMS mal If your tires are properly inflated and function your spare tire is not in use and the TPMS warning light still flashes contact your authorized dealer as soon as pos sible When inflating your tires When putting air into your tires such as at a gas station or in your garage the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may not respond immediately to the air added to your tires It may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph 82 km h for the light to turn OFF after you have filled your tires to the recommended inflation pressure How temperature affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the tire pressure may decrease approximately 3 psi 20 7 kPa for a drop of 30 F 16 6 C in ambient temperature This lower pressure value may be detected by the TPMS as being significantly lower than the recommended inflation pressure and activate the TPMS
232. rain e Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal e Close windows for high speed driving EPA fuel economy estimates Every new vehicle should have a window sticker containing EPA fuel economy estimates Contact your authorized dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle The EPA fuel economy estimates should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM tC Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly e Use only the specified fuel listed e Avoid running out of fuel e Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control suc
233. ral information about your new vehicle information about your warranty concerns and any steps you have already taken to try to resolve them A Customer Claim Form will be mailed that will need to be completed signed and returned to the BBB along with proof of ownership Upon receipt the BBB will review the claim for eligibility under the Program Summary Guidelines You can get more information by calling BBB AUTO LINE at 1 800 955 5100 or writing to BBB AUTO LINE 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington Virginia 22203 1833 BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1 800 392 3673 Note Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations modify procedures or to discontinue this process at any time without notice and without obligation 208 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance UTILIZING THE MEDIATION ARBITRATION PROGRAM CANADA ONLY For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP The CAMVAP program is a straight forward and relatively speedy alternativ
234. re section in this chapter Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The Personal Safety System uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning light section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System is not required 91 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The Restraints Control Module RCM monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt buckle sensors front passenger sensing system and the driver seat position sensor In addition the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following e The warning light will either flash or stay lit e The warning light will not iluminate immediately after ignition is turned on e A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the Personal Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Safety belt precautions WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback up
235. recording 06 7 Exhaust fumes ccee 166 F Fail safe cooling srine 233 Fan Engine Cooling 220 223 FIOO MAES eessen 67 Fluid capacities e 252 Fog lamps issrorninnie rnnker 39 TUUS EE E EEE ET 235 calculating fuel ECONOMY Sencie anina Een 61 240 CAD E cee 237 Capacity s cadniissdtceiaceiesdianstevecvese 252 choosing the right fuel 238 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates 243 detergent in fuel 0 0 239 filling your vehicle with fuel 0 0 235 237 240 filter specifications 235 251 fuel pump shut off switch 185 improving fuel economy 240 octane rating 239 254 255 GUAY serren eneon iregi 239 running out of fuel 00 00 240 safety information relating to automotive fuels cccee 235 Fuel pump shut off switch 185 FUSES aie nases 186 187 262 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus G Gas cap see Fuel cap 237 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 00008 240 GAUSES anarien eonen ENRERE 17 H Hazard flashers neocse 185 Head restraints 81 Headlamp Sessionen 39 AMINE sa ssvcseceveessanecaadsncereevetan ces 41 bulb specifications 0 44 daytime running lights 40 fl sh CO PASS serso tevis 40 high DEAN sesno 39 replacing bulbs 0 0 44 turning on and off 0 39 Heating heating and air conditioning SVSLEML sirener
236. rection on maps This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones A correct zone setting will eliminate this error Refer to Compass calibration adjustment 49 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls Compass zone adjustment 1 Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map 2 Turn ignition to the on position 3 Press and hold the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons together for approximately five seconds until A ZONE XX appears in the CID t t 4 Press and release the 7 and 9 K 7 radio preset buttons together m a repeatedly until ZONE XX changes 6 39 to the correct zone 1 15 in the r KA CID lt JJ 5 The direction will display after S gt the buttons are released The zone o0 is now updated 6 39 NE Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines For optimum calibration turn off all electrical accessories heater air conditioning wipers etc and make sure all vehicle doors are shut 1 Start the vehicle 50 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls 2 To calibrate press and hold the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons together for approximately 10 seconds until CAL appears Release the buttons
237. restraint and can be restrained properly then restrain the child in the child safety seat or with the belt positioning booster Remember that child seats and belt positioning boosters vary and may be designed to fit children of different heights ages and weights Children who are too large for child safety seats or belt positioning boosters as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always properly wear safety belts 122 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Infant and or toddler seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child When installing a child safety seat e Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this chapter Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active airbag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the vehicle seat all the way back Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position
238. right and the lap belt snug and low across the hips WARNING To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained WARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly 92 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more th
239. rinting USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints To properly position yourself away from the airbag e Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably e Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position WARNING Do not put anything on or over the airbag module Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front X seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision SN WARNING Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active airbag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back PN 104 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration
240. rs the miles kilometers of individual journeys e Standard instrument cluster Press the SELECT RESET control TRIP X once to switch from the odometer to the TRIP A feature Press the A OO mi control again to select the TRIP B feature To reset the trip press and hold the control again until the trip reading is 0 0 miles e Optional instrument cluster Press and release the message T YYY Y m center INFO button until TRIP A PRIP A XXX X mi mode appears in the display Press 0 0 mi the control again to select the TRIP B feature Press and hold the RESET button to reset Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine Fuel gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank when the ignition is in the on position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information 18 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems AUDIO SYSTEMS AM FM single CD or in dash CD6 MP3 satellite compatible sound system LOAD f EJECT 1 2 3 4 5 6 DIRECT 7 8 9 0 CLOCK CAT FOLD WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
241. rsonal injury or property damage Activation of the AdvanceTrac system is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road this could reduce the operator s ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If your AdvanceTrac system activates SLOW DOWN WARNING If a failure has been detected within the AdvanceTrac system the sliding car icon R will illuminate steadily Verify that the AdvanceTrac system is not manually disabled push the AdvanceTrac Off button located on the center of the instrument panel If the sliding car icon f still illuminates steadily have the system service by an authorized dealer immediately Your vehicle may be equipped with the AdvanceTrac system The AdvanceTrac system provides the following stability enhancement features for certain driving situations e Traction Control TCS which functions to help avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction 172 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving e Electronic Stability Control ESC which functions to help avoid skids or lateral slides The AdvanceTrac system automatically enables each time the engine is started All features of the AdvanceTrac system TCS and ESC are active and monitor the vehicle from start up However the system will only intervene if the driving situation req
242. s weather traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels visit www sirius com in the United States www sirius canada ca in Canada or call SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 32 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems Satellite radio reception factors To receive the satellite signal your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the roof of your vehicle The vehicle roof provides the best location for an unobstructed open view of the sky a requirement of a satellite radio system Like AM FM there are several factors that can affect satellite radio reception performance e Antenna obstructions For optimal reception performance keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible e Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings bridges tunnels freeway overpasses parking garages dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception e Station overload When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute Unlike AM FM audible static you will hear an audio mute when there is a satellite radio signal interference Your radio display may display NO SIGNAL to indicate the interference SIRIUS satellite radio service SIRIUS Satellite
243. s Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 available from your authorized dealer e The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl rubbing alcohol or Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A available from your authorized dealer This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash facilities Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly e Do not use abrasives as they may cause scratches e Do not use fuel kerosene or paint thinner to clean any parts If you cannot remove those streaks after cleaning with the glass cleaner or if the wipers chatter and move in a jerky motion clean the outer surface of the windshield and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild abrasive cleaning solution After cleaning rinse the windshield and wiper blades with clean water The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield with water Do not use sharp objects such as a razor blade to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals as it may cause damage to the rear window defroster s heated grid lines INSTRUMENT PANEL INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel interior trim areas and cluster lens with a clean and damp white cotton cloth then with a clean and dry white cotton c
244. s again AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries 102 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is the greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided WARNING When possible all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position WARNING The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest and the driver airbag module WARNING Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries 103 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd P
245. s at service stations e variations in top off procedure from one fill up to another e rounding off the displayed values to the nearest 0 1 gallon liter 1 Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles 8 km with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average 2 Record the highway fuel economy for future reference It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings Instantaneous fuel economy Select this function from the INFO menu to display your instantaneous fuel economy This will display your fuel economy as a bar graph ranging from W poor economy to A excellent economy MPG y nilil A OD mi Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy When your vehicle is not moving this function shows W one or no bars illuminated Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset Setup menu Press this control for the following displays e Reset to English Cif in another INFO RESET language System Check Units English Metric Autolock if equipped Autounlock if equipped e Language 62 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls Reset to English if in another language When entering the SETUP MENU and a non English language has HALG RESET FOR been selected HOLD RESET FOR K c ENGLISH will be displayed to ENGLISH change back to English Hold the RESET control
246. s not been checked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water When the engine is cool add the mixture to the coolant reservoir until the appropriate fill level is obtained WARNING Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly Also you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts WARNING Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container If sprayed on the windshield engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield 230 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications e Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS M97B51 A1 Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter Note Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets or an equivalent product meeting Ford specification WSS M99B37 B6 may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coo
247. sages i e 64 Mirrors s62ssieiiessssesisaspiacessessans 53 54 automatic dimming rearview MOUETOY a ssc sccndbsiasavaerndenstesecagences 53 heated amnaini ernie 54 side view mirrors power 54 Moon POOL sssccscssdetsiesinesvessscdiaeerd 59 Motorcraft parts s 219 251 0 Octane rating 0 eee 239 Oil see Engine oil 0 0 225 P Parking Drake spiser 170 Parts see Motorcraft parts 251 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor 0008 90 Power distribution box see FUSES o ccccescceseesseeeeseneeees 189 Power door locks 0000seee 68 Power MULTOYLS sisrernsianrsnanres 54 Power point oo cece ceeeeeeeeteeeeeeee 51 Power steering seisseen 176 fluid checking and adding 246 fluid refill capacity 0 0 0 252 fluid specifications 252 Power Windows cc00eeseeeees 52 263 Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for CHILEON oicssccscccsccacsssacsscescnctaeasves 120 Relays eirese rak ea 186 Remote entry system 00 74 locking unlocking doors 74 75 opening the trunk 0 76 PANIC AlALIM a sicevesieceesscavseevgassszess 75 replacement additional CVANSMUCCETS ainsin 77 replacing the batteries 76 Roadside assistance 0 660 183 S Safety belts see Safety restraints 89 92 97 Safety Canopy ccccccceseeeeees 111 Safety defects YEPOTUNE a iruresieia e 211 212
248. se the proper fuel filler cap excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in serious personal injury WARNING Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled WARNING Gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel e Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle e Always turn off the vehicle before refueling e Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury If fuel is swallowed call a physician immediately even if no symptoms are immediately apparent The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours 235 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Avoid inhaling fuel vapors Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation In severe cases excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed t
249. se this cloth to clean the area by using a rubbing motion for 60 seconds 5 Following this wipe area dry with a clean white cotton cloth INTERIOR For fabric carpets cloth seats safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags e Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner e Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet amp Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 If grease or tar is present on the material spot clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover ZC 14 In Canada use Motorcraft Multi Purpose Cleaner CXC 101 e If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately but do not oversaturate or the ring will set e Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials 217 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning WARNING Do not use cleaning solvents bleach or dye on the vehicle s safety belts as these actions may weaken the belt webbing WARNING On vehicles equipped with seat mounted airbags do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents Such products could contaminate the side airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in a collision LEATHER SEATS IF EQUIPPED Your leather seating surfaces have a clear protective coating over the leather e For routine cleaning wipe the
250. seat is empty and safety belt is unbuckled The front passenger sensing system uses a passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator which will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled The indicator lamp is located at the top of the instrument panel center stack area below the Hazard warning indicator and above the radio Note The indicator lamp will illuminate for a short period of time when the ignition is turned to the on position to confirm it is functional When the front passenger seat is not occupied empty seat or in the event that the front passenger frontal airbag is enabled may inflate the indicator lamp will be unlit The front passenger sensing system is designed to disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag when a rear facing infant seat a forward facing child restraint or a booster seat is detected e When the front passenger sensing system disables will not inflate the front passenger frontal airbag the indicator lamp will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled 107 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints e If the child restraint has been installed and the indicator lamp is not lit then turn the vehicle off remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s i
251. sion code on the Safety Compliance Certification MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO F DATE GVWRXXXXXLB KG Label The following table tells you moon ayy _ SDR ONE which transmission each code XXXXKG WITH XXXXKG represents OOK hace MODE AT XXX kPa XX PSLCOLD AT XXX kPa XX PSI COLD THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX TYPE XXX XXXXX EXT PNT _ XX RC XX DSO WB BRK TINTTR PPS R AXLE SPR XXXXX XXX X XX X XX XXX XXX XXXXXXXXXXXXX WN XXXX XXXXXXX XX Four speed automatic 4F27E Five speed manual MTX75 257 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Accessories GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigorous engineering and safety specifications Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer installed Genuine Ford Accessories found to be defective in factory supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty period as well as any
252. ssure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or
253. surface with a soft damp cloth For more thorough cleaning wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution In Canada use Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner CXC 93 Dry the area with a soft cloth If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available cleaning product designed for automotive leather e Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl and plastics or oil petroleum based leather conditioners These products may cause premature wearing of the clear protective coating Note In some instances color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing comes in contact with leather upholstery If this occurs the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt 218 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Cleaning FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle Each product is made from high quality materials that meet or exceed rigid speci
254. t for proper installation 11 Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST to make certain the child restraint is properly installed 126 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Installing child safety seats in cinch tongue combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions rear center position only The belt webbing below the tongue is the lap portion of the combination lap shoulder belt and the belt webbing above the tongue is the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap shoulder belt Note Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt WARNING Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move seat all the way back WARNING Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active airbag 2 Slide the tongue up the webbing 127 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 3 While holding both shoulder and lap portions next to the tongue route the tongue and webbing through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure that the belt eye webbing is not twisted 4 Insert
255. t of an airbag or in certain vehicles the activation of the fuel pump shut off Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of electronically or verbally disclosing to 911 operators the vehicle location and or other details about the vehicle or crash to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services If you do not want to disclose this information do not activate the feature See your SYNC supplement for more information Important information for P215 45R17 low profile tires and wheels If your vehicle is equipped with P215 45R17 tires they are low profile tires These tires and wheels are designed to give your vehicle a sport appearance With low profile tires you may notice an increase in road noise and faster tire wear depending on road conditions and driving styles Due to their design low profile tires and wheels are more prone to road damage from potholes rough or unpaved roads car wash rails and curb contact than standard tires and wheels Your vehicle s warranty does not cover these types of damage Tires should always be kept at the correct inflation pressures and extra caution should be taken when operating on rough roads to avoid impacts that could cause wheel and tire damage 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal
256. tance sivnzccvecdsecscencseeueseevesed 183 Getting the service VOU NCO cevesecesieesvsncewerscecsaeuetec 205 Ordering additional owner s literature wo 211 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Progra 2215 cissessssnccacsscoeveadstacient 209 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps ccccccessceseteeeeees 40 Dipstick automatic transmission PGI cnnan ene 247 engine Ol eiennenn 225 Driving under special COMGIGIONS speroni 180 through water 182 E Electronic message center 60 Emergencies roadside jJump starting oo ee 198 Emergency Flashers 185 Emission control system 243 ENSING sabes Scodeaiectshsscsancenensnns 254 255 CLEANING geere naran 215 COOIAIVG sc ccceecdcvrsnes dapesabce tenecesaien 229 fail safe cooling ce 233 idle speed control 227 lubrication specifications 252 refill capacities cceeees 252 service points esee 223 224 starting after a collision 185 Engine block heater 167 Engine TAM ascsgchscaasesvsdg tackesanarses 223 Engine Oil sserircie eiee 225 change oil soon warning message Center oo cece 225 checking and adding 225 GIP SUCK amiro e a 225 261 Index filter specifications 226 251 recommendations cccc 226 refill capacities cece 252 Specifications sssssusiississssss 252 Event data
257. tations for a certain category of music format CLASSIC COUNTRY JAZZ RB ROCK etc To activate Press MENU repeatedly until RDS ON OFF appears in the display Use lt SEEK TRACK gt to toggle RDS ON OFF When RDS is OFF you will not be able to search for RDS equipped stations or view the station name or type CAT FOLD Category Folder This feature allows you to select from various music categories To change RDS categories Press MENU repeatedly until RDS ON OFF appears in the display Use A v to toggle RDS to ON Press CAT PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDS CATEGORY will appear in the display Press A v to scroll through all possible categories When the desired category appears in the display press d SEEK TRACK gt to find the next station playing that selection or press SCAN for a brief sampling of all stations playing that category of music CD MP3 Player CD Press to enter CD MP3 mode If a disc is already loaded into the system CD MP3 play will begin where it ended last If no CD is loaded NO DISC will appear in the display LOAD For a single CD system This control is not operational To load a CD simply insert the disc label side up into the CD slot For a CD6 system Press LOAD When the display reads SELECT SLOT choose the desired slot number using memory presets 1 6 When the display reads LOAD CD load the desired disc label side up If you do not choose a slot within five seconds the system will choose for
258. th the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall 9 M S or M S Mud and Snow or AT All Terrain or AS All Season 10 Tire Ply Composition and Material Used Indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and the sidewall which include steel nylon polyester and others 11 Maximum Load Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle 149 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 12 Treadwear Traction and Temperature Grades e Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under
259. the lens from the license plate lamp assembly fi 3 Carefully pull the bulb straight out from the lamp assembly Install new bulb s in reverse order Replacing high mount brake lamp assembly Your vehicle is equipped with an LED center high mount stop lamp It is designed to last the life of the vehicle If replacement is required it is recommended that you see your authorized dealer 47 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls MULTI FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers Windshield washer Push the end of the stalk e briefly causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid e a quick push and hold the wipers gt will swipe three times with washer fluid e a long push and hold the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds Courtesy wipe feature One extra wipe will happen a few seconds after washing the front window to clear any water that is dripping down from the top of the windshield caused by the washing Note Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty This may cause the washer pump to overheat Check the washer fluid level frequently Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry This may scratch the glass damage the wiper blades and cause
260. the passenger seat mounted side airbag if it detects an empty unbuckled passenger seat The air curtain was designed to inflate between the side 115 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints window area and occupant to further enhance the head protection provided to occupants in side impact collisions The seat mounted side airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The side air curtain system SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air curtain and seat mounted side airbag inflation The fact that the side air curtain and seat mounted side airbag did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation The side air curtain system is designed to inflate in side impact collisions not roll over rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation WARNING If the side air curtain has deployed the air curtain will not function again The side air curtain system including the A B and C pillar trim and headliner
261. tion 2 Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint A 3 Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide l sleeve adjust release button and pushing down on the head restraint Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up position WARNING The adjustable head restraint is a safety device Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied 82 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints To remove the adjustable head restraint do the following 1 Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position A 2 Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust release button and the unlock remove button then pull 4 up on the head restraint To reinstall the adjustable head restraint do the following 1 Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars 2 Push the head restraint down until it locks R Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up positio
262. tment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph 8 km h or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt This mode should be used any time a child safety seat except a booster is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position if equipped Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter 94 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints How to use the automatic locking mode e Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt e Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out e Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to disengage the automatic locking mode WARNING Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safe
263. to change back to English System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message RESET FOR center to cycle through each of the i systems being monitored For each SYSTEM CHECK of the monitored systems the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for three seconds Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored The sequence of the system check report is as follows 1 CHARGING SYSTEM 2 DOORS 3 TRUNK 4 BRAKE SYSTEM 5 DTE FUEL LEVEL Units English Metric 1 Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units UMTS to be displayed lt ENG gt fiETRIC 2 Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric Autolock This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is shifted into any gear putting the vehicle in motion 63 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls 1 To disable enable the autolock feature select this function from the T Z SETUP control for the current j OLOCA display mode lt ON gt OFF 2 Press the RESET control to turn the autolock ON or OFF Autounlock This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver s door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off 1 To disable enable the autounlock feature select this function from the T N Z SETUP control for t
264. towers e structures around the vehicle or e other vehicles parked next to your vehicle Your vehicle may have an all door remote entry system The all door remote entry system allows you to e lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key e open the luggage compartment without a key e activate the panic alarm The remote entry lock unlock feature operates in any ignition position except start The panic feature operates with the key in the off position If there are problems with the remote entry system make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem Unlocking the doors 1 Press a and release to unlock the driver s door Note The interior lamps will illuminate 2 With the all door remote entry press and release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors 74 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature This feature turns on the interior lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to the on position The dome lamp control must be set to the ON position in order for the illuminated entry feature to operate Programming unlocking mode if equipped The unlocking mode if equipped on the remote entry transmitter can be programmed To change the unlocking mode from the single door unlocking mode to the centr
265. ty belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly Safety belt assemblies should be inspected by an authorized dealer and must be replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in a collision Unbuckle the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode 95 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belts with locking cinch tongue rear center position only The locking cinch tongue will slide up and down the belt webbing when the belt is in the stowed position or while putting safety belts on When the locking cinch tongue of the lap shoulder combination safety belt is latched into the buckle the cinch tongue will allow the lap portion to become shorter but locks the webbing in place to restrict it from becoming longer Before you can reach and latch a combination lap and shoulder belt having a cinch tongue into the buckle you may have to lengthen the lap belt portion of it 1 To lengthen the lap belt pull some webbing out of the shoulder belt retractor 2 While holding the webbing below the tongue grasp the tip
266. uid and WIPELS ssscsaceiledsssehsctecsdoavdeageacenaess 48 checking and adding fluid 224 replacing wiper blades 224 Wrecker towing eceeee 203 265
267. uide 2nd Printing USA fus Locks and Security Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters you can either reprogram them yourself or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters maximum of four available before beginning this procedure If all remote entry transmitters are not present during the programming procedure the transmitters that are not present during programming will no longer operate the vehicle Note Ensure the brake pedal is not depressed during this sequence To reprogram the remote entry transmitters 1 Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked 2 Put the key in the ignition 3 Turn the key from the 1 off position to 8 on 4 Cycle eight times rapidly within Q 4 10 seconds between the 1 off position and 3 on Note The eighth turn must end in the 3 on position 5 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been activated 6 Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter Note If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again 7 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has bee
268. uires it The AdvanceTrac system includes an AdvanceTrac Off button on the center of the instrument panel f and a sliding car icon f in the instrument cluster The sliding car icon igi in the instrument cluster will illuminate temporarily during start up as part of a normal system self check or during driving if a driving situation causes the AdvanceTrac system to operate If the sliding car icon gi illuminates steadily verify that the AdvanceTrac system is not manually disabled by pressing the AdvanceTrac Off button located on the center stack of the instrument panel If the sliding car icon f remains steadily illuminated have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately If equipped with a message center the vehicle will also indicate a failure with the AdvanceTrac system When AdvanceTrac performs a normal system self check some drivers may notice a slight movement of the brake and or a rumble grunting or grinding noise after startup and when driving off When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTrac you may experience the following A slight deceleration of the vehicle e The sliding car indicator light will flash e A vibration in the pedal when your foot is on the brake pedal e If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake the brake pedal may move as the systems applies higher brake forces You may also hear a whoosh of ai
269. ullify a clutch warranty claim Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 First when your vehicle is moving faster than 15 mph 24 km h This will damage the clutch Upshift according to the following chart Recommended upshifts for best fuel economy when accelerating 5 speed manual transmission Shift from Reverse Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R Reverse Failure to do so may damage the transmission Hold the clutch pedal down and move the gearshift lever into the neutral position Wait at least three seconds before shifting into R Reverse 181 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving Note The gearshift lever can only be moved into R Reverse by moving it from left of 3 Third and 4 Fourth before shifting into R Reverse This is a lockout feature that protects the transmission from accidentally being shifted into R Reverse from 5 Fifth If R Reverse is not fully engaged press the clutch pedal down and return the gearshift to the neutral position Release the clutch pedal for a moment then press it down and shift to R Reverse again Parking your vehicle 1 Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position 2 Fully apply the parking brake then shift into 1 First 3 Turn the ignition off WARNING Do not park your vehicle in Neutral it may move unexpectedly and injure someone Use 1 First gear and set t
270. ure 2 Turn the steering wheel left and right several times 3 Turn the engine off 4 Check the fluid level 5 If the fluid is below the MIN line add fluid in small amounts until it reaches the correct level between the MIN and MAX lines Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type 246 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications BRAKE CLUTCH FLUID Brake and clutch systems are supplied from the same reservoir The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when the brake components are replaced Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines are within the normal operating range there is no need to add fluid If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the performance of the system could be compromised seek service from your authorized dealer immediately TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly i e if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is warmed up approxim
271. ure a Ford Dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft 8 66 m away from the tire wheel assembly Important Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are replaced on your vehicle It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally be replaced as a pair The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels if equipped are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your Tire Pressure Monitoring System if equipped If the TPMS indicator is flashing your TPMS is malfunctioning Your replacement tire might be incompatible with your TPMS or some component of the TPMS may be damaged if equipped Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety e Observe posted speed limits e Avoid fast starts stops and turns e Avoid potholes and objects on the road e Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking 145 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading WARNING If your vehicle is stuck in snow mud sand etc do not rapidly spin the tires spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds WARNIN
272. vailability SIRIUS Press repeatedly to access satellite radio mode if equipped Press repeatedly to cycle through SAT1 SAT2 and SAT3 modes TUNE OK Turn the knob to go to the next previous available SIRIUS satellite station DIRECT Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel i e 002 using the memory preset buttons 0 9 If you only enter one digit press OK and the system will go to that satellite channel If you enter three digits the system will automatically go to that channel if available You may cancel your entry by pressing DIRECT If an invalid station number is entered INVALID CHANNEL will appear in the display and the system will continue playing the current station 23 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems SEEK TRACK Press lt q SEEK TRACK gt to seek to the previous next channel If a specific category is selected Jazz Rock News etc press SEEK TRACK gt to seek to the previous next channel in the selected category Press and hold lt 4 SEEK TRACK gt to fast seek through the previous next channels SCAN Press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite channels If a specific category is selected Jazz Rock News etc press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite channels within the selected category MEMORY PRESETS 0 9 There are 30 available presets 10 each for PETRIE SAT1 SA
273. ve Mail Drop 3NE B Dearborn MI 48126 207 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Customer Assistance THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU BBB AUTO LINE PROGRAM U S ONLY Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three step procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program The BBB AUTO LINE program consists of two parts mediation and arbitration During mediation a representative of the BBB will contact both you and Ford Motor Company to explore options for settlement of the claim If an agreement is not reached during mediation and your claim is eligible you may participate in the arbitration process An arbitration hearing will be scheduled so that you can present your case in an informal setting before an impartial person The arbitrator will consider the testimony provided and make a decision after the hearing You are not bound by the decision but should you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program are usually decided within forty days after you file your claim with the BBB BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You will be asked for your name and address gene
274. vehicle e Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel e Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places e Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build up when filling an ungrounded fuel container e Place approved fuel container on the ground e DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle including the cargo area e Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling e DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Fuel filler cap When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off 3 Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe 4 To install the cap align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe 5 Turn the filler cap clockwise 1 4 of a turn until at least one click is heard If the check fuel cap light R or a check fuel cap message comes on the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed The light or message can come on after several driving events after you ve refueled your vehicle At the next opportunity safely pull off of the road remove the fuel filler cap align the cap properly and reinstall it The check fuel cap 237 2009 Focus foc Owners
275. vehicle has __ illuminates and the warning chime reached at least 3 mph sounds for six seconds every 5 km h and 1 2 minutes have 30 seconds repeating for elapsed since the ignition approximately five minutes or until switch has been turned to on the safety belts are buckled The driver s or front The Belt Minder feature is activated passenger s safety belt becomes the safety belt warning light unbuckled for approximately illuminates and the warning chime one minute while the vehicle is sounds for six seconds every traveling at least 3 mph 30 seconds repeating for 5 km h and more than approximately five minutes or until 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the safety belts are buckled the ignition switch has been turned to on 99 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts All statistics based on U S data Reasons given Consider Crashes are rare 36700 crashes occur every day The more we drive the more we are exposed to rare events even for good drivers 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime Tm not going 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles 40 km far of home Belts are We design our safety belts to enhance comfort If uncomfortable you are uncomfortable try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorag
276. ver Controls Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors if equipped E WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion To adjust your mirrors 1 Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place Heated outside mirrors if equipped Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or L attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED With speed control set you can maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal 54 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driver Controls WARNING Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved
277. vice by your authorized dealer e Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by a low power steering fluid level Check for a low power steering fluid level before seeking service by your authorized dealer e Do not fill the power steering fluid reservoir above the MAX mark on the reservoir If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or pulls check for e an improperly inflated tire e uneven tire wear e loose or worn suspension components e loose or worn steering components e improper steering alignment A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander pull 176 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Driving AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION IF EQUIPPED Brake shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P Park when the ignition is in the on position unless the brake pedal is depressed If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P Park with ignition in the on position and the brake pedal depressed 1 Apply the parking brake turn ignition key to off then remove the key 2 Insert a tool into the access hole and depress the override while the override is depressed move the 4 shift lever to neutral C 3 Start the vehicle If it is
278. warning for low tire pressure If the low tire pressure warning light is ON visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat If one or more tires are flat repair as necessary Check air pressure in the road tires If any tire is under inflated carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure 156 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING Snow tires must be the same size load index speed rating as those originally provided by Ford Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could cause steering suspension axle or transfer case power transfer unit failure The original equipment tires on your vehicle have an all weather tread design to provide traction handling and braking performance in year round driving You may install snow tires for improved traction when driving in areas with sustained periods of snow or icy driving conditions If you choose to install snow tires on your vehicle they must be the same size construction and load range as the original tires listed on the tire placard and they must be installed on all
279. will increase the risk of injury in a collision 113 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints Side curtain airbag system 4 WARNING Do not place objects or mount equipment aE on or near the headliner at the siderail that may come into contact with a deploying side air curtain Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision A WARNING Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the side air curtain cover A WARNING Do not lean your head on the door The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the seat WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the side air curtain system its fuses the A B or C pillar trim or the headliner on a vehicle containing a side air curtain See your authorized dealer WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an inflatable curtain is provided WARNING To reduce the risk of injury do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment zone of the inflatable curtain 114 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints How does the side air curtain system work The design and development of the side air curtain system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Si
280. y shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy e Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy e Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy e Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Maintenance e Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size e Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy e Use recommended engine oil Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information Conditions e Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed e Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 1 mpg 0 4 km L is lost for every 400 Ib 180 kg of weight carried 242 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications e Adding certain accessories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy e Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy e Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 8 10 miles 12 16 km of driving e Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly ter
281. your particular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on this Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle WARNING Fuel pump shut off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration e g collision when parking To reset the switch refer to the Fuel pump shut off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter 2009 Focus foc Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION A Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others In this guide answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol These comments should be read and observed A Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before L i touching or attempting adjustment of any kind Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

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