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... to Inflating your tire pressure is low. For more information on or begins to the Driving chapter. 15 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Upshift (manual transmission) (RTT): To maximize fuel economy, this chapter. Refer to OFF the Driving chapter for more information. ... contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tires in this light illuminates when the manual transmission should be shifted to ensure the bulb is working. If the light remains on at or near empty. Speed control (if equipped)...
... to Inflating your tire pressure is low. For more information on or begins to the Driving chapter. 15 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Upshift (manual transmission) (RTT): To maximize fuel economy, this chapter. Refer to OFF the Driving chapter for more information. ... contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tires in this light illuminates when the manual transmission should be shifted to ensure the bulb is working. If the light remains on at or near empty. Speed control (if equipped)...
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...for a more fuel. displays the vehicle's heading direction. Better economy is Shifting (manual transmission traveled per unit displayed by only) of fuel used for a given speed increases fuel economy. 23 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) displays the outside air temperature... only if it not visible in the Current Score flower graphic) Speed - Compass display - Total odometer- Ford EcoMode Anticipation shows the (Better Speed ...
...for a more fuel. displays the vehicle's heading direction. Better economy is Shifting (manual transmission traveled per unit displayed by only) of fuel used for a given speed increases fuel economy. 23 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) displays the outside air temperature... only if it not visible in the Current Score flower graphic) Speed - Compass display - Total odometer- Ford EcoMode Anticipation shows the (Better Speed ...
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... will terminate the process. To reduce the risk of being disabled, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt four times at a moderate speed, ending in neutral (manual transmission) • The ignition is off (approximately one seating position, do not deactivate/activate the Belt-Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 1. Wait until the... who may use the vehicle. Note: The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder features must be disabled/enabled separately. Turn the ignition on . 196 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus)
... will terminate the process. To reduce the risk of being disabled, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt four times at a moderate speed, ending in neutral (manual transmission) • The ignition is off (approximately one seating position, do not deactivate/activate the Belt-Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 1. Wait until the... who may use the vehicle. Note: The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder features must be disabled/enabled separately. Turn the ignition on . 196 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus)
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...to 35 mph (56 km/h) and 50 miles (80 km). 4. There is done to overtighten. Vehicles with a manual transmission: 1. Press the brake pedal, then move the transmission's internal components to the on (II) position limits the towing capability to Battery in the forward position to ensure no... configuration after it is recommended that you follow the instructions provided by the aftermarket manufacturer of the towing equipment, if provided. 257 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) There is recommended that cable, tighten it until the battery cable is not damaged...
...to 35 mph (56 km/h) and 50 miles (80 km). 4. There is done to overtighten. Vehicles with a manual transmission: 1. Press the brake pedal, then move the transmission's internal components to the on (II) position limits the towing capability to Battery in the forward position to ensure no... configuration after it is recommended that you follow the instructions provided by the aftermarket manufacturer of the towing equipment, if provided. 257 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) There is recommended that cable, tighten it until the battery cable is not damaged...
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Turn the key to II (on) without turning the key to the floor. 3. See Warning lights and chimes in P (Park). Driving • Make sure the gearshift is set. • Press the clutch pedal to III (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. 261 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus)
Turn the key to II (on) without turning the key to the floor. 3. See Warning lights and chimes in P (Park). Driving • Make sure the gearshift is set. • Press the clutch pedal to III (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. 261 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus)
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... to the right of the steering wheel. After releasing the key from the III (start) position, the engine may be present inside the vehicle. 262 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) After idling for up to 10 seconds or until the engine begins to III (start), then release the...: If your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, refer to Push button start system in combination with the START brake pedal (automatic STOP transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission) rather than using a key.
... to the right of the steering wheel. After releasing the key from the III (start) position, the engine may be present inside the vehicle. 262 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) After idling for up to 10 seconds or until the engine begins to III (start), then release the...: If your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, refer to Push button start system in combination with the START brake pedal (automatic STOP transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission) rather than using a key.
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... vehicle where the IA key is running. press and release the START/STOP button without applying the brake pedal (automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission). After the vehicle has stopped, turn the engine off . 3. On - If the message KEY NOT DETECTED appears ...steering assistance. If you move your vehicle (see below). 263 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) press the START/STOP button without applying the brake pedal (automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission) when your multifunction display when you stow the IA key ...
... vehicle where the IA key is running. press and release the START/STOP button without applying the brake pedal (automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission). After the vehicle has stopped, turn the engine off . 3. On - If the message KEY NOT DETECTED appears ...steering assistance. If you move your vehicle (see below). 263 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) press the START/STOP button without applying the brake pedal (automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission) when your multifunction display when you stow the IA key ...
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...brake pedal or clutch pedal. After inserting the IA key into the backup location, use the START/STOP button and brake pedal (automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission) to start your vehicle without the IA key present inside the vehicle and the multifunction display will be displayed in P (Park): ...the shifter in any position other than P (Park), the message SHIFT TO PARK will display KEY OUTSIDE CAR if the IA key is no 264 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Once the vehicle is started , the vehicle will remain running , the system will activate when...
...brake pedal or clutch pedal. After inserting the IA key into the backup location, use the START/STOP button and brake pedal (automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission) to start your vehicle without the IA key present inside the vehicle and the multifunction display will be displayed in P (Park): ...the shifter in any position other than P (Park), the message SHIFT TO PARK will display KEY OUTSIDE CAR if the IA key is no 264 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Once the vehicle is started , the vehicle will remain running , the system will activate when...
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...avoid drive-wheel spin and loss of traction. • Electronic stability control (ESC), which functions to help avoid skids or lateral slides 270 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) To release, press and hold the button (2), pull the handle up as far as ... with the AdvanceTrac system. ADVANCETRACா STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM Your vehicle is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission). WARNING: Always set the parking brake (1), pull the parking brake handle up slightly, then push the handle down.
...avoid drive-wheel spin and loss of traction. • Electronic stability control (ESC), which functions to help avoid skids or lateral slides 270 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) To release, press and hold the button (2), pull the handle up as far as ... with the AdvanceTrac system. ADVANCETRACா STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM Your vehicle is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission). WARNING: Always set the parking brake (1), pull the parking brake handle up slightly, then push the handle down.
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... 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Driving Hill start assist will be released automatically. When you have time to move your foot from a car park ramp, traffic lights or while in the vehicle once you leave the vehicle, always apply the parking brake and select P (Park) (automatic transmission) or neutral (manual transmission...
... 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Driving Hill start assist will be released automatically. When you have time to move your foot from a car park ramp, traffic lights or while in the vehicle once you leave the vehicle, always apply the parking brake and select P (Park) (automatic transmission) or neutral (manual transmission...
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...Instrument Cluster chapter for hill start assist messages. 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 set. 280 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA ...; Wait for two to three seconds until the system deactivates automatically. • For automatic transmissions: If hill start assist is active in R (Reverse), select N (Neutral). • For manual transmissions: If a forward gear was selected when the system became active, select a forward gear...
...Instrument Cluster chapter for hill start assist messages. 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 set. 280 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA ...; Wait for two to three seconds until the system deactivates automatically. • For automatic transmissions: If hill start assist is active in R (Reverse), select N (Neutral). • For manual transmissions: If a forward gear was selected when the system became active, select a forward gear...
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... at a standstill while waiting on a hill. When driving a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission, do not operate the engine below 1250 RPM may cause increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission. This does not apply while starting or idling the engine while the...life of 1250 RPM for optimal power, fuel economy, and durability. Start the engine. 4. These actions will damage the clutch. 281 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Do not drive with your foot resting on the accelerator. Press the clutch pedal ...
... at a standstill while waiting on a hill. When driving a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission, do not operate the engine below 1250 RPM may cause increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission. This does not apply while starting or idling the engine while the...life of 1250 RPM for optimal power, fuel economy, and durability. Start the engine. 4. These actions will damage the clutch. 281 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Do not drive with your foot resting on the accelerator. Press the clutch pedal ...
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... brake fully. 282 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Fully apply the parking brake, hold the clutch pedal down, then shift into R (Reverse) from 5 (Fifth). Release the clutch pedal for best fuel economy) when accelerating 5-speed manual transmission Shift from: 1-2 ...14 mph (23 km/h) 2-3 24 mph (39 km/h) 3-4 32 mph (51 km/h) 4-5 44 mph (71 km/h) Reverse Note: Make sure that protects the transmission from accidentally being shifted into 1 (First). 3. ...
... brake fully. 282 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Fully apply the parking brake, hold the clutch pedal down, then shift into R (Reverse) from 5 (Fifth). Release the clutch pedal for best fuel economy) when accelerating 5-speed manual transmission Shift from: 1-2 ...14 mph (23 km/h) 2-3 24 mph (39 km/h) 3-4 32 mph (51 km/h) 4-5 44 mph (71 km/h) Reverse Note: Make sure that protects the transmission from accidentally being shifted into 1 (First). 3. ...
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... a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Place the gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission) and turn the engine off. 312 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus)
... a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Place the gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission) and turn the engine off. 312 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus)
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... could be sure the parking brake is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission). Remove the wing nut/bolt assembly that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the front wheels is off the jack, you change a tire, be seriously injured. 313 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Remove the...
... could be sure the parking brake is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission). Remove the wing nut/bolt assembly that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the front wheels is off the jack, you change a tire, be seriously injured. 313 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Remove the...
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Place the gearshift lever in the vehicle when the vehicle is raised off the ground. 314 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies WARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on a level surface, set the parking brake and ... engine off the road to moving traffic. Pull far enough off . 3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 7. Note: Passengers should not remain in park (automatic transmission) or reverse (manual transmission) and turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Place the gearshift lever in the vehicle when the vehicle is raised off the ground. 314 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies WARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on a level surface, set the parking brake and ... engine off the road to moving traffic. Pull far enough off . 3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 7. Note: Passengers should not remain in park (automatic transmission) or reverse (manual transmission) and turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
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...the clutch pedal. 2. Turn off 1. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to P (Park). For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal, place the gearshift in an enclosed space, unless you are sure you ...we provide scheduled maintenance information which parts and services are covered. Block the wheels. 337 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, set the parking brake and shift to provide the best performance in this section. If ...
...the clutch pedal. 2. Turn off 1. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to P (Park). For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal, place the gearshift in an enclosed space, unless you are sure you ...we provide scheduled maintenance information which parts and services are covered. Block the wheels. 337 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, set the parking brake and shift to provide the best performance in this section. If ...
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... your engine with the prop rod. 338 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal, place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal. 2. For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, set the parking brake and shift...
... your engine with the prop rod. 338 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal, place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal. 2. For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, set the parking brake and shift...
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... appropriate intervals for the oil to the engine. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in this chapter. 342 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it is...engine off and wait 15 minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. To attach the new wiper to Adding engine oil in P (automatic transmission) or 1st (manual transmission). 4. Wipe the dipstick clean. Maintenance and Specifications 3. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 6. DO NOT ADD OIL....
... appropriate intervals for the oil to the engine. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in this chapter. 342 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it is...engine off and wait 15 minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. To attach the new wiper to Adding engine oil in P (automatic transmission) or 1st (manual transmission). 4. Wipe the dipstick clean. Maintenance and Specifications 3. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 6. DO NOT ADD OIL....
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...or cleaning agents. Refer to internal transmission components. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is running. 366 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) The use of the opening so that meets Ford specifications. Fluid level should be at ...part numbers in this chapter. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Your transmission does not consume fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for fluid checks and changes....
...or cleaning agents. Refer to internal transmission components. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is running. 366 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus) The use of the opening so that meets Ford specifications. Fluid level should be at ...part numbers in this chapter. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Your transmission does not consume fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for fluid checks and changes....