Page 1: Table Of Contents
Dual automatic temperature control Navigation system based climate control 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 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 2 Rear-view camera system Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuel pump shut-off Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 4: Introduction
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.
Page 5 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 6 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may...
Page 7 EDR. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder...
Page 8 If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information.
Page 9 WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle.
Page 10 Brake Fluid - Parking Aid System Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Rear Window Defrost/Demist Defrost/Demist 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 11 Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Jack Air Filter Low Tire Pressure Check Fuel Cap Warning 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 12: Instrument Cluster
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 (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 13 ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 14 Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. AdvanceTrac off light: Illuminates when AdvanceTrac has been disabled by the driver. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 15 Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the on position and any door or decklid is not completely closed. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock passive anti-theft system has been activated. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 16 Turn signal on warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal has been left on for an extended period of time. Perimeter alarm warning chime: Sounds when using a key to unlock the driver’s doors and the perimeter alarm is armed. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 17: Gauges
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 18: Message Center
The message center display is located in the instrument cluster. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 19 AVG MPG (L/100km) Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 20 2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer. 3. Press and hold RESET until the timer resets. Blank Screen The message center display will be blank after cycling through all of the Info menu items. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 21 6. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. FUEL LEVEL 8. MYKEY DISTANCE (If MyKey is programmed) 9. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED 10. ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is present. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 22 The Blind Spot Information System (BLIS ) is designed to assist the driver by monitoring the side areas on both sides of the vehicle. Press RESET to turn it off or on. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 23 • They will reappear on the display 10 minutes from the reset. • 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 24 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 25 SENSOR BLOCKED SEE MANUAL (if equipped) — Displayed when the blind spot information system/cross traffic alert system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Information System (BLIS ) with Cross Traffic Alert in the Driving chapter. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 26 MyKey speed limit and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 27 ADVTRAC ON MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey is in use when trying to disable the AdvanceTrac system and the optional setting is on. Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 28: Entertainment Systems
AM/FM/single CD MP3 satellite compatible sound system 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 or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Page 29 To activate: Press MENU repeatedly until RDS (ON/OFF) appears in the display. Use SEEK/TRACK 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 30 (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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 31 If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press SEEK/TRACK to seek to the previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and hold SEEK/TRACK to fast seek through the previous/next channels. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 32 (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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 33 DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other option is to turn them off. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 34 (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 setting is off. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 35: Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
Auxiliary 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 or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Page 36: Play Music Player Using Auxiliary Input
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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 37: Usb Port
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 or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Page 38 • 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 39 CD units are designed to 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.
Page 40 .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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 41: Satellite Radio Information
For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels, visit www.sirius.com in the United States, www.siriuscanada.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUS at 1–888–539–7474. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 42 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.
Page 43 The system is working properly. NO TEXT Song title Song title information not information not available at this time on available. this channel. The system is working properly. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 44: Navigation System
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 or to the SYNC section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped). 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 45: Climate Controls
: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. : Distributes air through the demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 46 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.” • A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the air distribution setting that is selected. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 47: Dual Automatic Temperature Control
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) 1. AUTO/Driver temperature: Press to engage full automatic operation. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 48 The recommended initial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for comfort. The passenger side temperature setting will appear in the upper right corner of the display. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 49 Outside temperature: The outside temperature will appear in the display and is labeled EXT TEMP. Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 50: Navigation System Based Climate Control
The passenger side temperature setting will appear in the display. Passenger heated seat (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 51 To return to full automatic mode, press AUTO. Outside temperature: The outside temperature will appear in the display as EXT XX. Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 52 VOICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODE Please refer to the Voice commands in climate mode section of the Navigation Supplement for more information on using voice commands with the climate control system. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 53: Automatic Operation
4. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). 5. Set highest fan setting initially, then adjust to maintain comfort. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 54: Rear Window Defroster
Running the system without a filter in place could result in degradation or damage to the system. For replacement intervals, refer to the Scheduled Maintenance chapter. For more information regarding your filter, see your authorized dealer. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 55: Lights
1. Start with the ignition in the off position and the headlamp control in the autolamp position. 2. Turn the headlamp control to off. 3. Turn the ignition switch to on and then back to off. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 56 The fog lamps will not operate when the high beams are active. High beams • Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. • Pull the lever toward you to deactivate. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 57 • Press and hold the top of the control to the full on position to activate the “dome on” feature. This will turn on the interior courtesy lights. The lights will remain on until the bottom of the control is pressed. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 58 The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference line, if not, the beam will need to be adjusted using the next step. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 59: Turn Signal Control
• Push up to activate the right turn signal. INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps and map lamps The map lamps are located on the overhead console. Press the controls to turn on the lamps. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 60: Bulb Replacement
• Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets) • Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water leak) are: • Water puddle inside the lamp 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 61 * To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer. All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 62 3. Locate the mass air flow sensor electrical connector on the air outlet tube. This connector will need to be unplugged. 4. Remove the air filter assembly. 5. Remove the rubber headlamp bulb access cover. High beam 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 63 4. Remove the rubber headlamp bulb access cover. 5. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pull it straight out of the lamp assembly. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 64 For passenger side replacement of the low beam bulb, do the following: 1. Make sure headlamp control is in the off position, then open the hood. 2. At the wheel well, remove the press pins from the splash shield. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 65 10. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you should not need to align it again. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 66 3. Reaching through the wheel well, remove the rubber headlamp bulb access cover. 4. Rotate the headlamp bulb counterclockwise and remove the headlamp bulb 5. Disconnect the electrical connector. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 67 5. Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new one. 6. Install new bulb socket into the lamp assembly by aligning the indexing fingers, then rotate clockwise to locked position. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 68 6. Reach over the front bolster to access the bulb. 7. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pull it straight out of the lamp assembly. Reverse these steps to complete the process. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 69 3. Rotate the lamp clockwise while holding the electrical connector in place. After rotating the lamp 90 degrees clockwise, pull and disengage the wire harness and bulb from the lamp. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 70 Note: Do not allow the trunk side panel to remain bent and untucked from the luggage scuff plate (hard molding) for a long period of time. Doing so may result in permanent deformation. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 71 2. Remove the screws from the license plate lamp assembly. 3. Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise. 4. Carefully pull the bulb out from the socket. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 72 3. Rotate the harness/bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove from the fog lamp. 4. Carefully disconnect the bulb from the harness assembly via the two snap clips. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 73: Driver Controls
Note: The wipers must be turned off before entering a car wash. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 74 When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 75: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 76 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 zone adjustment. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 77 ZONE XX changes to the correct zone (1–15) in the CID. 5. The direction will display after the buttons are released. The zone is now updated. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 78 3. Utility compartment with power point, auxiliary input jack (AIJ), USB port (if equipped), and coin holder inside. WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 79 • 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 80: Power Windows
To operate one-touch up, pull the switch completely up to the second detent and release quickly. The window will close fully. Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 81 With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 82 R (Reverse). As you shift into any other gear from R (Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turn off. Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 83: Mirrors
With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 84 Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previous set speed. Note: When you use the clutch pedal to disengage the speed control, the engine speed may briefly increase, this is normal. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 85 To turn off the speed control, press OFF or turn off the ignition. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 86 Press and hold to end a call or exit phone mode. Press to scroll through various menus and selections. Press OK to confirm your selection. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 87: 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 88 Note: If equipped with global open windows, you can open the vehicle’s front windows and moon roof (if equipped) by using the control on the remote transmitter. Refer to Global open windows earlier in this chapter. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 89 Car2U system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person assist you in programming the transmitter. Additional Car2U system information can be found on-line at www.learcar2U.com or by calling the toll-free Car2U system help line at 1-866-572-2728. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 90 Note: Do not program the Car2U system with the vehicle in the garage. Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the transmitter. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 91 If your garage door does not operate, repeat the previous steps in this section. After successful programming, you will be able to operate your Car2U system by pressing the button you programmed to activate the opener. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 92 When a switch is in the up, on, or + position, circle “L.” When a switch is in the middle, neutral, or 0 position, circle “M.” When a switch is in the down, off, or – position, circle “R.” 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 93 6. The indicator light will (begin to) blink rapidly until programming is complete. If your garage door opener does not operate following these steps, repeat Steps 2 through 6. Otherwise, call the toll-free Car2U help line at 1-866-57Car2U (1-866-572-2728). 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 94 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes and modifications to the Car2U system transmitter by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use the equipment. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 95 • To install floor mats, position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the retention post and press down to lock in. • To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 96 Driver Controls INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL Press the remote trunk release control on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 97: Locks And Security
Note: Your vehicle’s IKTs were issued with a security label that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you keep the label in a safe place for future reference. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 98 MyKey user will not be able to deactivate the system. Note: It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac system if the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 99 4. On any of the menus press RESET to highlight your choice with the <…>. 5. Press SETUP to enter your choice. The next optional setting will be displayed. 6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional settings. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 100 MyKey is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see your authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system. When using a Ford-approved remote start system, the default settings will recognize the remote start system as an additional admin key with its associated privileges.
Page 101 Refer to Create a MyKey section • Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as a MyKey . Refer to Using MyKey with remote start systems section. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 102 Refer to Using MyKey with remote start systems section. • MyKey is not being used by the MyKey miles do not accumulate intended user. • MyKey system has been recently cleared. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 103: Locks
• 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 • the vehicle then attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h). 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 104 (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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 105 • by using the keyless entry keypad (if equipped) or • by using the instrument cluster message center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Note: The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autolock feature. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 106 5. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been enabled. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 107 Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 108 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 109 ALL Integrated Keyhead Transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem. Unlocking the doors/two-stage unlock 1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 110 Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off position. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 111 If you would like to have your integrated keyhead transmitters reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional IKTs, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all IKTs to your authorized dealer for reprogramming. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 112 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the off position. • The battery saver will shut off the headlamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the off position. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 113 If the wrong code has been entered seven times (35 consecutive button presses), the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. This mode disables the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 114: Anti-Theft System
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.
Page 115 The theft indicator will flash every two seconds to act as a theft deterrent when the vehicle is armed. Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed immediately after the ignition is turned to the on position. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 116 • 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 117 Steps 1 through 8. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait 20 seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 118 20 second countdown. The turn signal lamps will flash once when all doors, the hood and the trunk are closed indicating the vehicle is locked and entering the 20 second countdown. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 119 • Any door, the hood or the trunk is opened without using the door key or the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT. • The ignition is turned to the 3 (on) position with an invalid SecuriLock key. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 120: Seating And Safety Restraints
The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 121 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 122 WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 123 Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar control is located on the side of the seat cushion. Turn to adjust lumbar support. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 124 The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Note: The passenger seat only has the forward and rearward operation available. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 125 Press the control in the direction of the arrows to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Power recline (if equipped) Press the control to recline the seatback forward or rearward. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 126 To operate the heated seats: DATC systems • Press the control located on the climate control system panel once to activate high heat. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 127 • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/release button (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove button (4). 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 128 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 129 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 130 Split-folding rear seatbacks One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space. To lower the seatback(s), pull the release handle(s) located inside the trunk. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 131 Make sure that the safety belt for the rear center passenger is properly routed over the rear seatback. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 132: Personal Safety System
• Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 133 The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 134 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 135 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 136: Safety Belt System
3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 137 Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 138 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 139 Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 140 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 141 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... 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 142 The Belt-Minder feature uses two different warning chimes. During the first minute of activation, the warning chime will sound once every second. The remaining warning chimes will sound twice every second while the system is activated. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 143 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... 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 144 “The people I’m with don’t Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 wear belts” times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 145 Note: If you are using MyKey , the Belt-Minder cannot be disabled. Also, if the Belt-Minder has been previously disabled, it will be re-enabled during the use of MyKey . Refer to MyKey in the Locks and security chapter. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Page 147: Airbags
Important supplemental restraint system precautions Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 148 (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 149 Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Front airbags are designed to activate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 150 • driver and passenger airbag modules (which include the inflators and airbags) • seat-mounted side airbags. Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system later in this chapter • safety belt pretensioners • one or more impact and safing sensors 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 151 • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time. Note: When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated, the passenger (seat mounted) side airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 152 • 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 153 Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the pass airbag off lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 154 (if 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 front passenger seat sensing system. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 155 If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this Owner’s Guide.
Page 156 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 157 WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 158 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Side-curtain airbag system 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 159 WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment zone of the inflatable curtain. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 160 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 161 C pillar trim and headliner) 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 162 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 163: Child Restraints
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) and consult your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle.
Page 164 Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 165 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 166 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.
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Page 168 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 169 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 170 It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle. Sometimes, a slight lean 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 171 Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. See Attaching tether straps and Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information.
Page 172 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Page 174 For outboard seating positions, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts. For the center seating position, route the tether strap over the top of the head restraint. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 175 If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap, and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, Ford also recommends its use. 2012 Fusion (fsn)
Page 176 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.
Page 177 In this case, move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap/shoulder belts, or consider using a high back booster seat. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 178 (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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 179 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 vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.
Page 180 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 181: Tires, Wheels And Loading
Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations 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.
Page 182 • Standard load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire’s load carrying capability. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 183: Tire Inflation
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.
Page 184 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.
Page 185 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 186 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 187 (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’s door.
Page 188 The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) 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.
Page 189: Tire And Wheel Alignment
Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 190 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 191 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 192 Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and the sidewall, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 193 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 194 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 195 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. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading section. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 196: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
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 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 197 When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare, the TPMS 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 198 TPMS If the tires are properly inflated malfunction and the spare tire is not in use but the light remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 199 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 200 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.
Page 201: Vehicle Loading
Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 202 Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 203 The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 204 WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 205 In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg - (5 x 99 kg) - (5 x 13.5 kg) = 635 - 495 - 67.5 = 72.5 kg. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 206: Trailer Towing
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer to Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. These guidelines are designed to prevent damage to your vehicle after it is hooked-up to the RV or tow dolly. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 207 With the engine running and your foot on the brake, shift into D (Drive) and then into R (Reverse) before shifting back into N (Neutral). 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 208 It is recommended to tow your vehicle with all four wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 209: Driving
10 minutes of moderate driving or idling. 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 210 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 211 3. Turn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 212 If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time, open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 213 • 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 214: Brakes
Refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake BRAKE system warning light. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 215 (Park) and apply the parking brake, and then inspect the accelerator pedal for any interferences. If none are found and the condition persists, have your vehicle towed to the nearest authorized dealer. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 216: Advancetrac
• Traction control system (TCS), which functions to help avoid drive-wheel spin and loss of traction. • Electronic stability control (ESC), which functions to help avoid skids or lateral slides 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 217 However, the system will only intervene if the driving situation requires it. The AdvanceTrac system includes a stability control switch located on the instrument panel. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 218 Traction control is most active at low speeds. During TCS events, the stability control light in the instrument cluster will flash. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 219 To turn off the traction control system, press the stability control switch. Full features of the AdvanceTrac system can be restored by pressing the switch again or by turning off and restarting the engine. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 220 The EPS system has diagnostic checks that continuously monitor the EPS system to ensure proper operation. When a system error is detected, the following message SERVICE POWER STEERING, SERVICE 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 221 • Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the MAX mark on the reservoir, as this may result in leaks from the reservoir. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 222 Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 223 To avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always fully set the parking brake prior to doing this procedure. Use wheel chocks if appropriate. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 224: Transmission Operation
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). 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 225 • Allows the transmission to select gears that will provide the desired engine braking based on the vehicle inputs mentioned above. This will increase engine RPM during engine braking. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 226 This fuel economy benefit may be perceived as a light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from the accelerator pedal. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 227 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 six. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 228 (Manual), press – on the gearshift lever. • To manually upshift the transmission with the gearshift lever in M (Manual), press + on the gearshift lever. Vehicles equipped with the 3.5L engine 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 229 15 mph (24 km/h) 2 - 3 25 mph (40 km/h) 3 - 4 40 mph (64 km/h) 4 - 5 45 mph (72 km/h) 5 - 6 50 mph (80 km/h) 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 230 Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 (First) when your vehicle is moving faster than 30 mph (48 km/h). This may damage the clutch and/or transmission. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 231 R (Reverse) again. Parking your vehicle 1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position. 2. Fully apply the parking brake, hold the clutch pedal down, then shift into 1 (First). 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 232: Reverse Sensing System
WARNING: Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the RSS system may create false beeps. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 233 RSS. If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 234: Rear-View Camera System
Note: The default setting for the rear camera delay is off. Press the “Settings” button found on the navigation screen to set the rear camera delay feature to on or off. Refer to the Navigation System supplement for more information. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 235 • If the image is not clear, then check if there is anything covering the lens such as dirt, mud, ice, snow, etc. If the image is still not clear after cleaning, have your system inspected by your authorized dealer. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 236 As the vehicle leaves the blind spot mirror it will transition to the driver’s peripheral field of view (3). WARNING: Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 237 (Neutral). If the transmission is shifted out of D (Drive) or N (Neutral) the system will enter the CTA mode (see CTA operation below). Once shifted back in to D (Drive) the BLIS mode will activate once driven above 3 mph (5 km/h). 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 238 Circumstances that may cause a false alert are; guardrails, freeway concrete walls, cyclone fencing, sharp turns around a pole or building, or coming to a stop with a vehicle directly behind but very close. False alerts are temporary and self-correct. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 239 (refer to figure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed to vehicle on left]). Backing slowly from the parking spot in these situations helps to increase the sensor coverage and effectiveness. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 240 Circumstances that may cause a false alert when backing up are backing out of a garage, backing in to a parking space, and objects very close to the sensor. False alerts are temporary and self-correct. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 241 TRAFFIC NOT AVAILABLE warning and the appropriate left and/or right exterior mirror alert indicator will illuminate. The message center warning may be cleared by the driver but the exterior mirror alert indicator will remain illuminated. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 242 Day and night brightness The BLIS -CTA alert will automatically dim when the headlamp switch is in the parking, on, or autolamp position and night time darkness has been detected by the sun sensor. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 243 • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 244 See your authorized dealer. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 245 Remember, you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 246 Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”...
Page 247 Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 248 Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will rollover as a result of a loss of control. Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder or luggage racks).
Page 249 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 250: Roadside Emergencies
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Vehicles sold in the U.S. : 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: •...
Page 251: Hazard Flasher Switch
U.S. Ford vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673. 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 (56 km). To obtain reimbursement information, U.S.
Page 252: Fuel Pump Shut-Off
WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaks after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury. Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision. 2012 Fusion (fsn)
Page 253: Fuses And Relays
Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 254 Brake on/off switch, Center high-mounted stop lamp Not used (spare) Passenger smart window motor Keypad illumination, Brake shift interlock Turn signal lamps, Stop lamps Low beam headlamps (left) Low beam headlamps (right) Courtesy lamps 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 255 Instrument cluster ignition power Not used (spare) Not used (spare) Restraint control module Not used (spare) Not used (spare) Rear park assist, Blind spot monitor system, Heated seats, AWD, Rear video camera 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 256 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 257 Starter motor (relay 55 power) 40A* Rear defrost (relay 53 power) — Not used 40A* Anti-lock brake system (ABS) pump 20A* Wiper washer 30A* ABS valve — Not used — Not used 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 258 Moon roof motor power feed — Not used 40A* Front A/C blower motor (relay 52 power) 1A Diode Fuel pump 1A Diode One-touch start 10A** Heated side mirrors — Not used — Not used 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 259: Changing Tires
To restore the full functionality of the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 260 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 261 • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 262 3. Remove the jack retention bolt by turning it counterclockwise and remove the jack from the vehicle. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 263 2. Remove the center ornament (if equipped) from the wheel. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 264 If you are using the temporary tire, the lug nut washers will not appear to be flush with the rim. This is normal only when using the temporary spare tire. 6. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 265: Wheel Lug Nut Torque
Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* ft-lb N•m M12 x 1.5 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 266 Easy Fuel system. This could damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto the ground instead of filling the tank, all of which could result in serious personal injury. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 267: Jump Starting
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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 268 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 269 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 270: Wrecker Towing
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 the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur.
Page 271 Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 272: Customer Assistance
A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford.
Page 273 • The name of the authorized dealer and city where located • 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.
Page 274 California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b) or the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, resort to BBB AUTO LINE is not required by those statutes. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 275 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 earlier in this chapter in the Getting the services you need section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program.
Page 276 (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).
Page 277 Telephone: (313) 594-4857 For customers in Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), America Samoa, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, please feel free to call our Toll-Free Number: (800) 841-FORD (3673). FAX: (313) 390-0804 Email: expcac@ford.com If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Puerto Rico, contact the nearest authorized dealer.
Page 278 If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate to any of the above locations, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations & Global Growth Initiatives by emailing expcac@ford.com. If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest authorized dealer.
Page 279: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153);...
Page 280: Cleaning
• Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 281 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover , available from your authorized dealer. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 282 • Never wash or rinse any ignition coil, spark plug wire or spark plug well, or the area in and around these locations. 2.5L ENGINE 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 283 Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 284 • 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 285 Carpet & 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). 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 286 • 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 or damage to the leather. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 287 FORD AND LINCOLN CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln 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;...
Page 288: Maintenance And Specifications
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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 289 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 290: Engine Compartment
3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 5. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission only) 6. Battery 7. Power distribution box 8. Air filter assembly 9. Coolant bleed valve 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 291 3. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission only) 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Coolant bleed valve 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 292 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 10. Engine coolant reservoir 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 293 In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. 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.
Page 294: Engine Oil
(Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. • 2.5L I4 engine 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 295 Maintenance and Specifications • 3.0L V6 engine • 3.5L V6 engine 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 296 DO NOT ADD OIL. •If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 297 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until it stops. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 298 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-M2C945-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Page 299: Battery
Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 300 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 301: Engine Coolant
For best results, coolant concentration should be tested with a refractometer such as Rotunda tool 300-ROB75240E available from your dealer. Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test strips for measuring coolant concentration. The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir.
Page 302 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 303 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 304 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 305 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner.
Page 306 • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning system will be disabled. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine will completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort to increase. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 307 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 308: Fuel Information
• 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 309 WARNING: Flexible fuel components and standard unleaded gasoline fuel components are not interchangeable. If your vehicle is not serviced in accordance with flexible fuel vehicles procedures, damage may occur and your warranty may be invalidated. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 310 • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling. • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 311 (Easy Fuel “no cap” fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 312 FFV engine (if equipped) If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it is designed to use Fuel Ethanol (Ed75–Ed85), “Regular” unleaded gasoline or any mixture of the two fuels. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 313 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn)
Page 314 This could damage the fuel system and its seal and cause injury to you or others. When filling the vehicle’s fuel tank from a portable fuel container, use the included funnel. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 315 Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 316 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 317 • Heavily loading a vehicle may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 318 If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
Page 319 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 closing the fuel fill inlet or letting the 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 320 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 321 MIN/MAX or upper and lower lines. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 322 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. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 323 If a fluid check is necessary at a low fluid temperature (59°F-77°F [15°C-25°C]), perform the check using the cold range on the dipstick. However, the fluid must be re-checked at the proper fluid temperature. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 324 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 transmission components. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 325 The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperatures 185°F-200°F (85°C-93°C) on a level surface. The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles (30 km) of driving. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 326 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 transmission components. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 327: Air Filter(S)
3/8 inch (10mm) of the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface. 8. 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.
Page 328 • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine • 3.5L V6 engine 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 329 Maintenance and Specifications • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine • 3.5L V6 engine 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 330 See the Cleaning chapter for more information. • Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges, and latches with a light grade oil. See the Cleaning chapter for more information. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 331 Note: If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset memory features. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 332 • If the battery was removed, clean the battery cable ends and inspect. If you have any concerns or issues, contact your authorized dealer. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 333: Part Numbers
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.
Page 334: Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities
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Page 339: Engine Data
0.049–0.053 inch 0.045–0.049 inch 0.051–0.057 inch Spark plug gap (1.25–1.35 mm) (1.15–1.25 mm) (1.32–1.42 mm) Compression 9.7:1 10.3:1 10.3:1 ratio Engine drivebelt routing • 2.5L I4 Engine • 3.0L V6 Engine 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 340 Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver’s door or the edge of the driver’s door. 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 341 Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 342 Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Code 6–speed manual transmission (G6M) 6–speed automatic transmission (6F35) 6–speed automatic transmission (Aisin AW F21) 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 343: Accessories
FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford Custom 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.
Page 344 Ford Motor Company engineering requirements. Contact your Ford dealer for details regarding the manufacturer’s limited warranty and/or a copy of the FLA product limited warranty offered by the accessory manufacturer.
Page 345: Ford Extended Service Plan
BaseCare – Covers 84 components. PowertrainCare – Covers 29 critical components. Ford ESP is honored by all Ford and Lincoln Dealers in the U.S. and Canada It’s the only extended service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get: •...
Page 346 Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
Page 347 Ford Extended Service Plan 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 348 Ford Motor Company dealers. For more information, visit your local Ford of Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you. Note: Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are not eligible for Ford ESP coverage.
Page 349: Scheduled Maintenance
Your dealer has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance using genuine Ford parts. They are committed to meeting your service needs and to assuring your continuing satisfaction. Protecting your investment Maintenance is an investment that will pay dividends in the form of improved reliability, durability and resale value.
Page 350 Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete warranty information. Chemicals or additives not approved by Ford are not required for factory recommended maintenance. In fact, Ford Motor Company recommends against the use of such additive products unless specifically recommended by Ford for a particular application.
Page 351 Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement parts Dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraft branded replacement parts. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications, and we stand behind them. Parts installed at your dealership carry a nationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor limited warranty.
Page 352 Parking brake for proper operation Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 353 In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps running great.
Page 354 Scheduled Maintenance 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 355: Normal Scheduled Maintenance And Log
– Moderate to heavy load/towing 5000-7499 – Mountainous or off-road conditions (8000-11999) – Extended idling – Extended hot or cold operation Extreme 3000-4999 – Maximum load/towing (4000-7999) – Extreme hot or cold operation 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 356 Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter Do not exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between service intervals 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 357 Scheduled Maintenance 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 358 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 359 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 360 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 361 Example #2: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 25,000 miles [40,000 km].) 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 362 Example #2: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 25,000 miles [40,000 km].) 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 363 Instrument Cluster chapter Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only) Every oil change If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 364 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 365 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 366 Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been submerged in water.
Page 367 ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Initial change 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) (whichever comes first) After initial change Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 368: Engine Coolant Change Log
OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 369: Index
Automatic transmission driving an automatic Capacities for refilling fluids ..334 overdrive ......224, 226 Car2U Home Automation fluid, adding ....322, 327 System .........89 fluid, checking ....322, 327 fluid, refill capacities ....334 CD ..........28 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 370 ......247 overhead ........76 through water ....246, 249 Controls power seat .......124 steering column ......86 Electronic message center ..18 Coolant checking and adding ....301 Emergencies, roadside refill capacities ....305, 334 jump-starting ......267 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 371 .....57 calculating fuel flash to pass ......57 economy ......21, 315 high beam .........56 cap ...........311 replacing bulbs ......62 capacity ........334 turning on and off ....55 choosing the right fuel ...312 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 372 ........113 warning messages .....23 locking and unlocking doors ..114 Mirrors ........82–83 programming entry code ..113 automatic dimming rearview Keys ........97, 116 mirror ........82 positions of the ignition ..209 heated ........83 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 373 Power Windows ......80 Safety restraints - LATCH Power windows anchors ........171 opening using remote entry system ........110 Safety seats for children ..167 Safety Compliance Certification Label ....340 Radio ..........28 Satellite Radio Information ..41 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 374 ....230 controls ........86 tilting .........75 Trunk .........107 remote release ....96, 111 Stereo CD-MP3 ........28 Turn signal ........59 SYNC ..........44 Universal garage door opener ..89 Tilt steering wheel ......75 USB port ........37 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 375 .........80 Ventilating your vehicle ...212 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ..........73 checking and adding fluid ..293 replacing wiper blades ...293 Warning lights (see Lights) ..12 Wrecker towing ......270 Washer fluid ......293 2012 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)

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Driving

Roadside Emergencies

Customer Assistance

Cleaning

Maintenance and Specifications

Accessories

Ford Extended Service Plan

Scheduled Maintenance

Index

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