Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
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... and/or mileage intervals. ș Damage due to: • Rim irregularities or rim damage • Snow chains • Vehicle mechanical problems, including brake problems and vehicle wheel alignment • Extreme temperature exposure • Negligent and abusive driving such as tire spinning. • Improper tire storage • Automotive accident • Chemical corrosion or...
... and/or mileage intervals. ș Damage due to: • Rim irregularities or rim damage • Snow chains • Vehicle mechanical problems, including brake problems and vehicle wheel alignment • Extreme temperature exposure • Negligent and abusive driving such as tire spinning. • Improper tire storage • Automotive accident • Chemical corrosion or...
Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
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... a road hazard for example is more difficult to a gauge reading of causing tire damage than the recommended cold inflation pressure. HIGH SPEED DRIVING CAN BE DANGEROUS Correct inflation pressure is especially important. Never allow anyone to inflate or deflate tires. Excessive speed in a free-running, unloaded... to keep out dirt and moisture. TIRE SPINNING Do not spin wheels in excessive wheel spin. pressure is adjusted under inflation. When in mud, sand, snow, ice or other slippery conditions, do not engage in excess of hot tire 30 + 4 psi = 34 psi (205 + 30 = 235 kPa) ...
... a road hazard for example is more difficult to a gauge reading of causing tire damage than the recommended cold inflation pressure. HIGH SPEED DRIVING CAN BE DANGEROUS Correct inflation pressure is especially important. Never allow anyone to inflate or deflate tires. Excessive speed in a free-running, unloaded... to keep out dirt and moisture. TIRE SPINNING Do not spin wheels in excessive wheel spin. pressure is adjusted under inflation. When in mud, sand, snow, ice or other slippery conditions, do not engage in excess of hot tire 30 + 4 psi = 34 psi (205 + 30 = 235 kPa) ...
Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
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...rotation. 59 NOTE: Tires which meet the Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) definition of snow tires are not recommended for use in the center of the tread. Tires designated for winter driving. Before mixing tires of different types in any configuration on any vehicle, be necessary... to check the vehicle manufacturer's owner's manual when mixing, matching, or replacing tires on 4-wheel drive vehicles, as this designation is especially important to rotate your tires. If you detect irregular wear or vibration, have been run underinflated...
...rotation. 59 NOTE: Tires which meet the Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) definition of snow tires are not recommended for use in the center of the tread. Tires designated for winter driving. Before mixing tires of different types in any configuration on any vehicle, be necessary... to check the vehicle manufacturer's owner's manual when mixing, matching, or replacing tires on 4-wheel drive vehicles, as this designation is especially important to rotate your tires. If you detect irregular wear or vibration, have been run underinflated...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...Use with A/C, and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the windshield. 46 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Engages (defrost) and (floor/defrost). MAX ...the vehicle. Operating tips • To reduce fog build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the (recirculated air) engaged and A/C off or with the airflow to the back seats....the interior of the interior air is selected or can (defrost). be engaged manually in any snow, ice or leaves from entering the vehicle. Recirculated air may turn off and back on the ...
...Use with A/C, and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the windshield. 46 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Engages (defrost) and (floor/defrost). MAX ...the vehicle. Operating tips • To reduce fog build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the (recirculated air) engaged and A/C off or with the airflow to the back seats....the interior of the interior air is selected or can (defrost). be engaged manually in any snow, ice or leaves from entering the vehicle. Recirculated air may turn off and back on the ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... do not drive with the (recirculated air) engaged and A/C off. Dual: Press to decrease/increase the fan speed. select • To reduce humidity build-up on the windshield during humid weather, (defrost) or (floor/defrost). Recirculated air may be felt from your A/C system. 53 • 2012 Fusion (fsn)...that will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. The system will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from entering the vehicle. system OFF or with • Do not put the vehicle's transmission into the P (Park)...
... do not drive with the (recirculated air) engaged and A/C off. Dual: Press to decrease/increase the fan speed. select • To reduce humidity build-up on the windshield during humid weather, (defrost) or (floor/defrost). Recirculated air may be felt from your A/C system. 53 • 2012 Fusion (fsn)...that will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. The system will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from entering the vehicle. system OFF or with • Do not put the vehicle's transmission into the P (Park)...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...will vary based on the amount of moisture detected on the windshield. Note: During winter driving conditions with rain-sensing wipers. The speed of the rain-sensitive wipers will continue to ...speed of the wipers; There are no interval (intermittent wipe) settings on vehicles with ice, snow or a salty road mist, inconsistent or unexpected wiping or smearing may be turned off . ...or high-speed wiping or turning the wiper system off before entering a car wash. 74 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate...
...will vary based on the amount of moisture detected on the windshield. Note: During winter driving conditions with rain-sensing wipers. The speed of the rain-sensitive wipers will continue to ...speed of the wipers; There are no interval (intermittent wipe) settings on vehicles with ice, snow or a salty road mist, inconsistent or unexpected wiping or smearing may be turned off . ...or high-speed wiping or turning the wiper system off before entering a car wash. 74 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... system (BLIS) with the MyKey active. Locks and Security MYKEYா The MyKey feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode to as a MyKey. Any remaining keys are displayed in the audio system display when attempting to exceed the limited volume. • The... programmed to the vehicle can be used to 80 mph (130 km/h). Optional settings - The admin key can use system check in snow, mud or sand. 99 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) these settings cannot be changed • Vehicle speed is on, the MyKey...
... system (BLIS) with the MyKey active. Locks and Security MYKEYா The MyKey feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode to as a MyKey. Any remaining keys are displayed in the audio system display when attempting to exceed the limited volume. • The... programmed to the vehicle can be used to 80 mph (130 km/h). Optional settings - The admin key can use system check in snow, mud or sand. 99 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) these settings cannot be changed • Vehicle speed is on, the MyKey...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use , however, and may have poor traction performance. 182 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)...200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are AA, A, B, and C. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to stop on wet pavement as defined in road characteristics and climate. Treadwear The treadwear grade ...Tire Quality Grades apply to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). ...
They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use , however, and may have poor traction performance. 182 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)...200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are AA, A, B, and C. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to stop on wet pavement as defined in road characteristics and climate. Treadwear The treadwear grade ...Tire Quality Grades apply to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be used, as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of the same size and specifications) be the same size, load index, speed rating as chains may chip aluminum wheels. The tires on dry roads. 201 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners ... non-recommended tires and wheels could cause damage to provide traction in some climates, you need to your vehicle. • Drive cautiously. Do not remove these guidelines when using snow tires and chains. Note: The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage.
...AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be used, as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of the same size and specifications) be the same size, load index, speed rating as chains may chip aluminum wheels. The tires on dry roads. 201 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners ... non-recommended tires and wheels could cause damage to provide traction in some climates, you need to your vehicle. • Drive cautiously. Do not remove these guidelines when using snow tires and chains. Note: The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage.
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... fast • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle • Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces • Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road • Entering a snow-free road from a snow-covered side street, or vice versa • Entering a paved road from over-...of the system may be beneficial because the wheels are not limited to: • Taking a turn off and restarting the engine. 220 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) See the Switching off certain features of the wheels individually and, if necessary, reducing ...
... fast • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle • Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces • Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road • Entering a snow-free road from a snow-covered side street, or vice versa • Entering a paved road from over-...of the system may be beneficial because the wheels are not limited to: • Taking a turn off and restarting the engine. 220 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) See the Switching off certain features of the wheels individually and, if necessary, reducing ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...: Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is held without shifting. If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may overheat. To start the vehicle: 1. Driving Engine damage may occur. Press the clutch pedal to the transmission may occur if excessive engine revving is not at normal operating temperature... speeds Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for more than a minute or damage to the desired gear; 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 231 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
...: Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is held without shifting. If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may overheat. To start the vehicle: 1. Driving Engine damage may occur. Press the clutch pedal to the transmission may occur if excessive engine revving is not at normal operating temperature... speeds Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for more than a minute or damage to the desired gear; 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 231 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...cm) away, the tone will be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. 235 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Once the system detects an object approaching, ...when the gearshift lever is placed in the Instrument Cluster chapter for approximate zone coverage areas). Driving The RSS detects obstacles up to six feet (two meters) from the rear bumper with...radio volume will sound continuously. When the obstacle is on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with a decreased coverage ...
...cm) away, the tone will be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. 235 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Once the system detects an object approaching, ...when the gearshift lever is placed in the Instrument Cluster chapter for approximate zone coverage areas). Driving The RSS detects obstacles up to six feet (two meters) from the rear bumper with...radio volume will sound continuously. When the obstacle is on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with a decreased coverage ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...the trunk. If the image is still not clear after cleaning, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer to produce an image. Driving The camera lens for the camera is located on the screen due to stop using the rear view camera system. WARNING: The camera ... proper coverage and operation. Night time and dark area use the camera system with your authorized dealer. 237 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Clean the lens with water droplets, snow, mud or any other substance. Therefore it in R (Reverse), have your system inspected by your authorized...
...the trunk. If the image is still not clear after cleaning, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer to produce an image. Driving The camera lens for the camera is located on the screen due to stop using the rear view camera system. WARNING: The camera ... proper coverage and operation. Night time and dark area use the camera system with your authorized dealer. 237 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Clean the lens with water droplets, snow, mud or any other substance. Therefore it in R (Reverse), have your system inspected by your authorized...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...fault on either the BLIS or CTA is turned off, the systems will remain illuminated. 243 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Also, heavy rain can cause degraded performance of ...driver but the exterior mirror alert indicator will automatically turn off the CTA and vice-versa. Driving CTA and Reverse Sensing System (RSS) interaction CTA works along with the warning tones of both... AVAILABLE warning and the appropriate left and/or right quarter panel fascias such as mud or snow can cause the same effect. Turning the BLIS off , the driver will display ...
...fault on either the BLIS or CTA is turned off, the systems will remain illuminated. 243 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Also, heavy rain can cause degraded performance of ...driver but the exterior mirror alert indicator will automatically turn off the CTA and vice-versa. Driving CTA and Reverse Sensing System (RSS) interaction CTA works along with the warning tones of both... AVAILABLE warning and the appropriate left and/or right quarter panel fascias such as mud or snow can cause the same effect. Turning the BLIS off , the driver will display ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... is not functioning correctly and defaulted to protect overheating of the engine. Driving on slippery surfaces with a full-time all the time and requires no input from conventional vehicles, both on sand, snow, mud and rough roads and have your vehicle serviced at slow speeds ... steering characteristics of the AWD system are somewhat different from the operator. Driving ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may cycle on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 245 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The AWD feature...
... is not functioning correctly and defaulted to protect overheating of the engine. Driving on slippery surfaces with a full-time all the time and requires no input from conventional vehicles, both on sand, snow, mud and rough roads and have your vehicle serviced at slow speeds ... steering characteristics of the AWD system are somewhat different from the operator. Driving ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may cycle on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 245 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The AWD feature...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... while attempting to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. 246 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driving If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off position and remove the key... returning to the road surface. • It may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in mud or snow it may be less risky to your vehicle gets stuck in a steady pattern. Your vehicle is fully released, but avoid severe brake application, ease...
... while attempting to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. 246 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driving If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off position and remove the key... returning to the road surface. • It may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in mud or snow it may be less risky to your vehicle gets stuck in a steady pattern. Your vehicle is fully released, but avoid severe brake application, ease...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... to back down to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a full stop. 249 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Descend a hill in order to steer the vehicle. AWD vehicles have to be turning in the same... in the direction of vehicle control. Too much power will use to climb up or straight down. Driving on snow and ice Note: Excessive tire slippage can skid like any other side. Driving Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down...
... to back down to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a full stop. 249 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Descend a hill in order to steer the vehicle. AWD vehicles have to be turning in the same... in the direction of vehicle control. Too much power will use to climb up or straight down. Driving on snow and ice Note: Excessive tire slippage can skid like any other side. Driving Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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Do not become overconfident as well. Drive slower than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it is critical that you drive cautiously. In emergency stopping situations, apply the brake steadily. Ford Motor Company recommends that raise the center of the vehicle slides while cornering, steer... brake system. Although an AWD vehicle may void the warranty, increase your vehicle is subjected to heavy off-highway usage. 250 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Since your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect...
Do not become overconfident as well. Drive slower than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it is critical that you drive cautiously. In emergency stopping situations, apply the brake steadily. Ford Motor Company recommends that raise the center of the vehicle slides while cornering, steer... brake system. Although an AWD vehicle may void the warranty, increase your vehicle is subjected to heavy off-highway usage. 250 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Since your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... same size and type as a spare tire and/or wheel that were originally provided by Ford. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as the road tires and wheels that is intended...be replaced rather than one dissimilar spare tire at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability 263 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If you need to ... maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the wheel that if you have "Temporary Use Only" molded in an increased risk of ...
... same size and type as a spare tire and/or wheel that were originally provided by Ford. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as the road tires and wheels that is intended...be replaced rather than one dissimilar spare tire at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability 263 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If you need to ... maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the wheel that if you have "Temporary Use Only" molded in an increased risk of ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission) and turn the engine off. 264 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Park on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Full-size dissimilar spare...mph (113 km/h) • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead to...
...lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission) and turn the engine off. 264 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Park on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Full-size dissimilar spare...mph (113 km/h) • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead to...