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Replacing a lost key or remote control ..... . .69 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 2 Daytime running lamps ....... . .101 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Cabin air filter ........161 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 4 All wheel drive ........216 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Recreational towing........275 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 6 Air filter(s)......... .321 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Accessories......... .378 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 9: Introduction
Introduction ABOUT THIS MANUAL Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you know about it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from driving it.
Page 10 Fan warning Fasten safety Front airbag Front fog belt lamps I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 11 Windshield Windshield defrost and washer and demist wiper I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 12 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may...
Page 13 EDR. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information...
Page 14 See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for more information. FORD CREDIT (U.S. ONLY) Ford Credit offers a full range of financing and lease plans to help you acquire your vehicle. If you have financed or leased your vehicle through Ford Credit, thank you for your business.
Page 15 Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement parts are the only replacement parts that benefit from a Ford Warranty. Damage caused to your vehicle as a result of the failure of non-Ford parts may not be covered by the Ford Warranty. For additional information, refer to the terms and conditions of the Ford Warranty.
Page 16 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 17: Child Safety
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 18 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 19: Child Seats
They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 20 See the Seats chapter for information on head restraints. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 21: Booster Seats
Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap/shoulder belt. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 22 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 23 Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 24: Installing Child Seats With Lap And Shoulder Belts
This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 25 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 26 • Standard safety belt buckle I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 27 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 28 Installing child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 29: Installing Child Safety Seats With Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
1 inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed. In Canada, check with your local St. John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST.
Page 30 • Second row bench seats and third-row passenger side I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 31: Installing Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps
LATCH system, or both, you can attach the top tether strap. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 32 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 33 • 2nd row bucket (40/40) • 2nd row bench (60/40) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 34 If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap, and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, Ford also recommends its use. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 35: Child Safety Locks
• Insert the key and turn to the unlock position (key vertical) to disengage the childproof locks. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 36: Safety Belts
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Page 37 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 38: Fastening The Safety Belts
Pregnant women should also follow this practice. See the following figure. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 39 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 40 (emergency) locking mode. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 41: Safety Belt Height Adjustment
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Page 42: Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime
(driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the Belt-Minder feature. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 43 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 44 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 45: Rear Inflatable Safety Belt
• Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator. See Crash sensors and Airbag Indicator in the Supplemental Restraint System chapter. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 46 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 47: Child Restraint And Safety Belt Maintenance
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 48: Personal Safety System
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Page 49: Supplementary Restraints System
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Page 50 • the panic button is pressed on the remote entry transmitter, or • the vehicle runs out of power. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 51: Driver And Passenger Airbags
• Front passenger sensing system. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 52 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 53: Front Passenger Sensing System
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Page 54 Disabled ON: Unlit OFF: Unlit Adult Enabled ON: Lit I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 55 • Pull the vehicle over. • Turn the vehicle off. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 56: Side Airbags
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 manual.
Page 57 Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 58: Safety Canopy Curtain Airbags
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Page 59 (including the Safety Canopy). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 60: Crash Sensors And Airbag Indicator
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Page 61: Airbag Disposal
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 62: Keys And Remote Control
• structures around the vehicle • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 63: Remote Control
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Page 64 3. Remove the old battery (3). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 65 5. Snap the battery cover back onto the transmitter and install the backup key. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 66 3. Repeat this procedure for each additional transmitter if desired. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 67 • the vehicle battery voltage is too low • the service engine soon light is on. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 68 Wait at least five seconds before remote starting after an engine shutdown. Only two remote starts are allowed. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 69: Replacing A Lost Key Or Remote Control
Refer to the Security chapter for information on programming your transmitters. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 70: Mykey
Visual warnings are displayed followed by an audible tone when the preselected vehicle speed is exceeded. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 71: Creating
5. Press OK or > to make a selection. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 72: Clearing
MyKey is NOT compatible with non-Ford-approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see your Ford authorized dealer for a Ford-approved remote start system. The following information MAY help customers who choose to use a non-Ford-approved remote start system.
Page 73 MyKey if the remote start fob is used by the MyKey driver. To program a non-Ford-approved remote start system as a MyKey, do the following: 1.
Page 74: Troubleshooting, Mykey
I lost a key SecuriLock in the Security chapter. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 75 • The key system has been reset. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 76: Locks
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Page 77 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 78 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 79 30 minutes. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 80 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 81 See your authorized dealer if you still have a fast chime after the load is removed. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 82 Remove the obstacle to operate the liftgate. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 83: Securicode™ Keyless Entry Keypad
You can also create up to three of your own 5-digit personal entry codes. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 84 All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5- digit code will work. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 85 You do not need to enter the keypad code first. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 86: Security
Security SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM Note: The system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Metallic objects, electronic devices or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues if they are too close to the key when starting the engine.
Page 87 Wait 20 seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1 to program an additional key. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 88 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 89: Anti-Theft Alarm
You will have 12 seconds to disarm the alarm using any of the actions above, otherwise the alarm will trigger. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 90: Steering Wheel
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position. 3. Lock the steering column. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Page 92: Steering Wheel Controls
B. Voice recognition Refer to the SYNC or MyFord Touch™ chapter. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 93 Refer to the Cruise Control chapter for information on this feature. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 94 Navigate through the screen and press OK to select. Refer to the MyFord Touch™ chapter. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 95: Pedals
The pedals should only be adjusted when the vehicle is parked. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 96: Wipers And Washers
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Page 97: Windshield Washers
R (Reverse) if the front wipers are activated. This feature may be enabled or disabled in the information display. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 98: Lighting
Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 99: Autolamps
Fully press and hold the bottom of the control to turn off the interior courtesy lights. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 100: Headlamp Exit Delay
Note: You can also adjust the time delay using the display controls in the instrument cluster. See the Information Displays chapter. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 101: Daytime Running Lamps
Note: Tap the lever up or down to make the direction indicators flash three times to indicate a lane change. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 102: Interior Lamps
Press the detent on the lens to turn the lamps on. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 103: Windows And Mirrors
The window will stop if the switch is released before the window is fully closed. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 104: Exterior Mirrors
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Page 105 Mirror positions can be saved and recalled through the memory function. Refer to the Seats chapter. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 106 Refer to Blind Spot Information System (BLIS ) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) in the Driving Aids chapter. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 107: Interior Mirrors
Retract the visor before moving it back toward the windshield and storing it. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 108: Moonroof
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Page 109 Press and release the TILT control to vent the moonroof. Pull and hold the TILT control to close the moonroof. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 110: Instrument Cluster
The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 111: Warning Lamps And Indicators
Turns off when the speed control system is turned off. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 112 Have the system checked immediately by your authorized dealer. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 113 Overdrive cancel and grade assist (if equipped) (RTT) Illuminates when grade assist is turned on. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 114 Low washer fluid (RTT) Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 115 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 116: Audible Warnings And Indicators
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Page 117: Information Displays
GENERAL INFORMATION 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 118 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 119 Gallons or km/L or L/100km Temperature Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 120 Windows Remote Open Wipers Courtesy Wipe Rain Sensing ReverseWiper I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 121: Trip Computer
Total Time Registers the total time of a trip. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 122 See Information messages later in this chapter for more information. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 123 OK to enter into that category. Press the left arrow key as needed to exit back to the main menu. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 124 (SST) use, the currently selected gear will appear in the display. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 125 • Estimated amount of fuel consumed — shows the amount of fuel used for a given trip. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 126 Trailer Sway On (default on key cycle) / Off I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 127 45 mph (72 km/h), 55 mph (89 km/h), 65 mph (105 km/h), Off I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 128 Use the up/down arrow buttons to scroll through the list. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 129: Information Messages
Displayed when the trailer sway control has Speed detected trailer sway. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 130 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 131 Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 132 Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 133 Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 134 See your authorized dealer for service. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 135 MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 136 P (Park). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Page 138: Audio System
(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. Note: CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed.
Page 139 In folder mode, the system only plays the .mp3 files in the current folder. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 140 MyFord™ SYSTEM 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 the vehicle.
Page 141 In CD mode, select the previous or next track. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 142 Press the right arrow to enter a menu. Press the left arrow to exit a menu. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 143 Celsius Clock settings Set time Set date 12/24 hour I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 144 AM/FM/SINGLE CD SONY AUDIO SYSTEM 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 the vehicle.
Page 145 Press the power control to turn the system on and off. Turn to adjust the volume. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 146 AM/FM SINGLE CD PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM 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 the vehicle.
Page 147: Auxiliary Input Jack
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK 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 the vehicle.
Page 148 AUX and FM or CD controls. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 149: Usb Port
USB PORT 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 the vehicle.
Page 150: Satellite Radio Information
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 151 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 152 No action required. the channels available for your vehicle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 153: Climate Control
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 154 This setting can also be used to defog and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 155: Dual Automatic Temperature Control
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 156 This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when dual zone operation is disengaged. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 157 Defrost. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 158: Auxiliary Passenger Climate Control
D. Overhead/Floor: Distributes air through the overhead vents and floor vents. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 159 3. Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain comfort. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 160 3. Set the fan to the highest blower setting. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 161: Rear Window Defroster
For additional cabin air filter information, or to replace the filter, see an authorized dealer. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 162 The rear defroster and heated mirrors are automatically turned on. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 163: Seats
Make sure that your driving position is comfortable and that you can maintain full control of your vehicle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 164: Head Restraints
To adjust the head restraint, do the following: Front seat head restraints I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 165 A. Energy absorbing head restraint B. Steel stems C. Guide sleeve unlock/remove buttons I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 166 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 167: Manual Seats
Lumbar adjustment (if equipped) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 168: Power Seats
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 169: Memory Function
Press the desired memory control to recall a memory position. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 170: Heated Seats
An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 171 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 172: Heated And Cooled Seats
Cooler settings are indicated by more indicator lights. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 173 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 174: Rear Seats
Lift the control to adjust the seat forward or backward. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 175 Note: You may have to move the front row seat forward to allow the second row seat to be fully tumbled. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 176 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 177 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 178 If the seatback does not raise, then repeat steps 3 and 4. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 179 If not latched or if the seat is tumbled, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 180 Note: In order to allow the seat to latch in the stowed position, do not stow objects under the seat before stowing. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 181 If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 182 Allow the first seat movement to be completed before pressing a button for another function. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 183 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 184: Universal Garage Door Opener
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 185 For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 186 The LED light will change from green to green and red. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 187 Repeat this step up to three times until the garage door moves. At this point programming is complete. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 188 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 189: Auxiliary Power Points
• in the rear cargo area on the left rear trim panel. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 190 The power point is located on the back of the center console. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 191 • blinking — power point is in fault mode I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 192: Storage Compartments
C. Utility compartment or refrigerator unit (if equipped) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 193 This feature will operate when the vehicle is on or in accessory mode. Limit the time of use when the vehicle is in accessory mode to avoid draining the vehicle’s battery. Ford recommends only using this feature when the engine is running.
Page 194: Overhead Console
Press near the rear edge of the door to open it. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 195: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Only use the accelerator pedal when you have difficulty starting the engine. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 196: Keyless Starting
1. Make sure the transmission is in P (Park). 2. Fully press the brake pedal. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 197 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 198 If the engine does not start after three attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow this flooded engine procedure. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 199: Engine Block Heater
You can connect the system to a grounded 120 volt A/C electrical source. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 200 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 201: Fuel And Refueling
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 202: Fuel Quality
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 203: Running Out Of Fuel
The included funnel has been specially designed to work safely with your vehicle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 204: Refueling
• DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 205 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 206: Fuel Consumption
In general, lower temperatures mean lower fuel economy. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 207 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 208 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 209 I/M testing, the above driving cycle will have to be repeated. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 210: Transmission
The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through six. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 211 • Is not intended for use under extended or normal driving conditions and results in lower fuel economy. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 212 • Press (+) on the gearshift lever button to manually upshift the transmission. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 213 Additionally, whenever the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the strategy must be relearned. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 214 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 215 Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 216: All-Wheel Drive
AWD system to stop functioning and default to front-wheel drive or damage the AWD system. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 217 See your authorized dealer. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 218 Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 219 PTU (power transfer unit) lubricant should be checked and changed if necessary. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 220 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 221 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 222 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 223: Brakes
Emergency brake assist can reduce stopping distances in critical situations. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 224: Hints On Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
To release the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down again. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 225: Traction Control
When the traction control system is turned off or on, a message appears in the information display showing system status. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 226 TCS operation, see the Traction Control chapter.) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 227: Stability Control Advancetrac
See the Traction Control chapter. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 228: Parking Aids
After the warning goes away, the radio volume returns to the previous level. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 229 3 mph (5 km/h). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 230: Active Park Assist
(i.e. front bumper cover). • a mini-spare tire is in use. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 231 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 232 P (Park). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 233 The transmission is in R (Reverse); the vehicle must be moving forward to detect a parking space I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 234: Rear-View Camera System
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 235 The camera is located on the liftgate. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 236 Note: The centerline is only available if Active or Fixed guidelines are I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 237 Selectable settings for this feature are ACTIVE + FIXED, FIXED and OFF. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 238 Selectable settings for this feature are ON and OFF. The default setting for the rear camera delay is OFF. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 239: Cruise Control
The indicator will change colors in the instrument cluster. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 240: Using Adaptive Cruise Control
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 241 The controls for using your cruise control are located on the steering wheel. CNCL I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 242 Note: The brakes may emit a sound when they are being modulated by the adaptive cruise control system. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 243 4 bars 2.3 seconds 66 yards (64 m) Comfort I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 244 The set speed will display continuously in the information display while the system is active. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 245 Press and release OFF or turn off the ignition. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 246 • a failure in the system or a related system. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 247 Wait a short time or switch to vehicles and no roadside objects normal cruise control. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 248 The system will default to adaptive cruise control when the engine is started. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 249: Driving Aids
(fences, guardrails, trees, etc.). It is designed to alert the driver to vehicles in the blind zones. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 250 In this first example, the left sensor is only partially obstructed; zone coverage is nearly maximized. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 251 CTA works with the reverse sensing system which sounds its own series of tones; see the Parking Aids chapter. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 252 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 253 Some amount of false alerts are normal; they are temporary and self-correct. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 254: Collision Warning System
Note: The collision warning system is active at speeds above approximately 5 mph (8 km/h). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 255 Refer to the Information Displays chapter for instructions on reducing the sensitivity. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 256 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 257 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 258: Steering
Failure to do so may result in loss of steering control. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 259 A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander/pull. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 260: Load Carrying
50 lb (22 kg) in the net. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 261: Roof Racks And Load Carriers
For proper function of the roof rack system, loads must be placed directly on crossbars affixed to the roof rack side rails. Your vehicle may be equipped with factory-installed crossbars. Ford Genuine Accessory crossbars, designed specifically for your vehicle, are also recommended for use with your roof rack system.
Page 262 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 263 Load Carrying Example only: I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 264 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 265 The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. • Example only: I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 266 GVWR and GAWR limitations. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 267 99 kg) - (5 x 13.5 kg) = 635 - 495 - 67.5 = 72.5 kg. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 268 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 269: Towing
TRAILER SWAY CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Turning off the trailer sway control increases the risk of loss of vehicle control, serious injury or death. Ford does not recommend turning off this feature except in situations where reducing vehicle speed may be dangerous (e.g. driving uphill) or the driver has significant trailer towing experience and can control trailer sway and maintain safe operation.
Page 270 500 lb (227 kg) on a Class III receiver. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 271 If you use a rental trailer, follow the rental agency’s instructions. Note: Never attach safety chains to the bumper. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 272 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 273 • Avoid parking on a grade. However, if you must park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 274: Wrecker Towing
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If the vehicle is towed incorrectly, or by any other means, vehicle damage may occur.
Page 275: Recreational Towing
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Page 276 D (Drive) and then into R (Reverse) before shifting back into N (Neutral). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 277: Driving Hints
• Rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 278 Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 279: Floor Mats
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 280 • To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 281: 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 282: Hazard Warning Flashers
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 283: Fuel Cut-Off Switch
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. In the event of a moderate to severe collision, this vehicle is equipped with a fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the flow of fuel to the engine.
Page 284 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 285 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 286: 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 287 • 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 288 BBB AUTO LINE is not required by those statutes. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 289 BBB Auto Line dispute, and decision, are admissible in the court action. Should you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision, Ford is then bound by the decision, and must comply with the decision within 30 days of receipt of your acceptance letter.
Page 290 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 291 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 292 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 293: 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 294: Fuses
— — — Brown — — Natural Black Black I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 295: Fuse Specification Chart
40A** Fan relay 1 30A** Trailer brake control module I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 296 20A** Rear heated seats 25A** Electronic fan relay 3 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 297 Left high-intensity discharge headlamps 10A* Alternator sensor 10A* Brake on/off switch I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 298 — Not used — Not used — Not used I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 299 Not used — Not used *Mini Fuses **Cartridge Fuses I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 300 Power mirror switch, Driver door module, Driver seat module, Keypad Power liftgate I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 301 Ignition switch, Push button start switch Intelligent access module Not used (spare) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 302 Breaker power windows Delayed Body control module accessory relay I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 303: Maintenance
GENERAL INFORMATION Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help maintain its roadworthiness and resale value. There is a large network of Ford authorized dealers that are there to help you with their professional servicing expertise. We believe that their specially trained technicians are best qualified to service your vehicle properly and expertly.
Page 304: Opening And Closing The Hood
3. Lift the hood. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 305: Under Hood Overview
H. Engine oil dipstick I. Engine oil filler cap I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 306 H. Engine oil filler cap I. Windshield washer fluid reservoir I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 307: Engine Oil Dipstick
Note: Do not add engine oil further than the MAX mark. Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 308: Engine Coolant Check
Note: 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 concentrations. Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The level may extend beyond the COLD FILL RANGE.
Page 309 Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressure will escape as you unscrew the cap. Add prediluted engine coolant meeting the Ford specification. See Capacities and Specifications for more information. Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle.
Page 310 Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates: Note: It may be necessary to have a Ford authorized dealer increase the coolant concentration above 50%. Note: A coolant concentration of 60% will provide improved freeze point protection.
Page 311 Refer to fail-safe cooling for additional information. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 312 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 313: Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating temperature. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 314 (1). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 315 An underfill condition may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 316 Note: An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 317: Brake Fluid Check
Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 318: Washer Fluid Check
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. See the technical specifications chart in the Capacities and Specifications chapter.
Page 319 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 320: Checking The Wiper Blades
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Page 321: Air Filter(S)
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Page 322 1. On the passenger’s side of the air filter housing, release the two clamps from the air filter housing cover. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 323 8. Lower the passenger’s side of the cover. Engage the two clamps to secure the cover to the housing. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 324: Adjusting The Headlamps
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Page 325: Changing A Bulb
Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 326 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 327 Install the new bulb in reverse order. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 328 2. Remove the two screws and the license plate lamp assembly from the liftgate. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 329 *To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 330: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care GENERAL INFORMATION Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. CLEANING PRODUCTS For best results, use the following products or products of equivalent quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42)
Page 331 • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 332: Waxing
• Cover the battery, power distribution box, and air filter assembly to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 333: Cleaning The Windows And Wiper Blades
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Page 334: Cleaning The Instrument Panel And Instrument Cluster Lens
1. Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean, white, cotton cloth. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 335: Cleaning Leather Seats
• Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or covers. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 336: Vehicle Storage
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 337 • Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricate working parts and prevent corrosion. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 338 Contact your authorized dealer if you have any concerns or issues. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 339: Wheels And Tires
Always drive at a safe speed. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 340 These differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 341: Tire Care
10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in 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 342 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 343 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 344 Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 345 I. M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow, or AT: All Terrain, or AS: All Season. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 346 The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 347 (total) on the rear axle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 348 Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading section. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 349 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 350 Store and I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 351 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 352 This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 353 B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door. If this information is not found on these labels then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 354 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 355 The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 356 Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 357 USING SNOW 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 358: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 359 For additional information, refer to Changing tires with a TPMS in this section. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 360 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 361 Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 362: Changing A Road Wheel
Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 363 • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 364 The jack is only meant for changing the tire. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 365 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 366 15. Install the wheel cover (if equipped). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 367 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 368: Technical Specifications
* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 369 Remove any visible corrosion or loose particles. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 370: Capacities And Specifications
Coil on plug Compression 10.8:1 10.0:1 ratio Engine Drivebelt Routing I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 371: Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities
Capacities and Specifications I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 372 Capacities and Specifications I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 373 Capacities and Specifications I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 374 Capacities and Specifications I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 375: Part Numbers
Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs. Note: 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 376: Vehicle Certification Label
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Page 377: Transmission Code Designation
Code 6-speed automatic transmission (6F50) 6-speed automatic transmission (6F55) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 378: Accessories
Accessories.Ford.com (U.S. only). Ford Custom Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Ford Custom Accessories found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective accessories.
Page 379 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 380: 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 381 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 382 PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE RISING COST OF VEHICLE REPAIRS WITH A FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN! To learn more, call our Ford ESP specialists at 800-367-3377, and don't forget to ask about our interest free payment program, allowing you all the security and benefits Ford ESP has to offer while paying over time. Your pre-approved with...
Page 383 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. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 384: Scheduled Maintenance
Motor Company’s specifications. Parts installed at your dealership carry a nationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor limited warranty. If you do not use Ford authorized parts they may not meet Ford specifications and depending on the part it could affect emissions compliance.
Page 385 Ford Motor Company has recommended maintenance intervals for various parts and component systems based upon engineering testing. Ford Motor Company relies upon this testing to determine the most appropriate mileage for replacement of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at the lowest overall cost to you and recommends against maintenance schedules that deviate from the scheduled maintenance information.
Page 386 Ford Motor Company recommended additives and chemicals are listed in this book and in the Workshop Manual. Additional chemicals or additives not approved by Ford and are not recommended as part of normal maintenance. Please consult your Warranty Manual for complete warranty information.
Page 387 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 make sure your vehicle keeps running great.
Page 388 Scheduled Maintenance I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 389: Normal Scheduled Maintenance And Log
– Maximum load/towing (4000-7999) – Extreme hot or cold operation I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 390 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between service intervals I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 391 Scheduled Maintenance I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 392 P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 393 P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 394 P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 395 Focus) Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs (96,000 km) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 396 If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 397 Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 398 33 miles [53 km]/idle hour) = 5,013 miles (8,067 km). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 399 P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 400 P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 401 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 402 P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 403: Sync
• USB device charging (if your device supports this) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 404 Safety Information WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Page 405 Master Reset to erase all stored information. System data cannot be accessed without special equipment and access to the vehicle’s SYNC module. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada will not access the system data for any purpose other than as described...
Page 406 You can change these settings at any time. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 407 “Phone candidate lists off” “Media candidate lists on” “Media candidate lists off” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 408: Pairing Your Phone For The First Time
Wirelessly pairing your phone with SYNC allows you to make and receive hands-free calls. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 409 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 410 “(Phone) settings (message) notification off”* “(Phone) settings (message) notification on”* I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 411 Note: To exit dial mode, press and hold the phone button or press MENU to go to the PHONE menu. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 412 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 413 3. Press the phone button to call the selection. Exit the current menu. Return I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 414 OK. 3. Press OK or the phone button. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 415 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 416 2. Scroll to cycle through the following options: I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 417 Each text message is sent with the following signature: “This message was sent from my <Ford or Lincoln>”. Download Unread Msgs allows you to download your unread messages (only) to SYNC.
Page 418 Message Notification On or Message Notification Off. 2. Press OK to select. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 419 Exit the current menu. Return I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 420 3. Scroll until Bluetooth Devices appears and select OK. 4. Scroll to select from the following options: I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 421 *. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 422 3. Scroll until Advanced appears and select OK. 4. Scroll to select from the following options: I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 423 SYNC takes you back to the Advanced menu. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 424: 911 Assist
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 425 Off without reminder provides a display reminder only without a voice reminder at phone connection. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 426 • The phone(s) paired and connected to the system was thrown from the vehicle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 427: Vehicle Health Report
Cellular phone airtime usage may apply when reporting. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 428 Run Report Press OK for SYNC to run a health report of your vehicle’s diagnostic systems and send the results to Ford where it is combined with scheduled maintenance information, open recalls and other field service actions and un-serviced vehicle inspection items from your authorized dealer.
Page 429 Certain versions or updates to Vehicle Health Report may also collect additional vehicle information. Ford may use the vehicle information it collects for any purpose. If you do not want to disclose your cellular phone number or vehicle information, do not run the feature or set up your Vehicle Health Report profile at www.SYNCMyRide.com.
Page 430 For more information, see SYNC Services Terms and Conditions at www.SYNCMyRide.com. If you do not want Ford or its service providers to collect the vehicle travel information or other information identified in the Terms and Conditions, do not activate or use the service.
Page 431 Just say, “Yes” when prompted and a new route will be delivered to your vehicle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 432 MP3, WMA, WAV and ACC. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 433 (if populated) of the playing track to you. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 434 “Search song <name>” “Search track <name>” “Shuffle off” “Shuffle on” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 435 If you then select Play, the system only plays music from that specific album. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 436 1. Press AUX and then MENU to enter the Media Menu. 2. Scroll to cycle through: I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 437 USB and line in ports to stream data and music separately. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 438 1. Make sure that your device is plugged into the USB port and is turned on. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 439 2. Scroll until the desired album is chosen and press OK. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 440 Press OK to select. Then scroll to explore indexed media on your flash drive. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 441 2. Scroll until System Settings appears and select OK. 3. Scroll until Bluetooth Devices appears. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 442 1. Press AUX and then MENU to access the Media Menu. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 443 Exit the current menu. Return I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 444 Add Contacts feature. Use the “SYNCmyphone” feature available on the website. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 445 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 446 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 447 SyncMyRide account. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 448 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 449 CAPS. requires you to say, “ Call J-A-K-E.” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 450: Myford Touch
INTRODUCTION 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 451 • AM/FM • CD • BT Stereo • SD Card I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 452 Your features may also be limited depending on your market. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 453 The screen does not change, but you see the media changes in the lower left status bar. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 454 Safety information WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Page 455 Lists entries are limited for phone contacts and recent phone call entries I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 456: Privacy Information
SYNC and help diagnose any problems that may occur. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 457: Infotainment Display
Master Reset to erase all information stored in SYNC . SYNC data cannot be accessed without special equipment and access to the vehicle’s SYNC module. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada will not access SYNC data for any purpose other than as described...
Page 458 Compass menu, you can see the compass graphic. The compass I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 459: Voice Recognition
“Next page” “Previous page” “What can I say?” “Help” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 460 “Voice instructions list of commands” “Voice settings list of commands” “Help” *If equipped I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 461 1. Press Menu > Settings > Voice Control. 2. Select from: • Interaction Mode I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 462 For example: I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 463 • Number • City • Street Name • State/Prov I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 464 Points of Interest section; the categories themselves are also technically voice commands. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 465: Listening To Music
USB device. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 466 AM1/AM AST or the FM/FM1/FM2/FM AST presets, repeatedly touch the lower left corner of the touchscreen. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 467 Refer to the HD Radio information in the following section. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 468 Refer to the HD Radio information later in this chapter. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 469 Any additional multicast stations (HD2–HD7) are only broadcast digitally. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 470 Seek to advance to the next strong station. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 471 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 472 Increase or decrease broadcaster. in audio volume. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 473 HD Radio™ Technology manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Corp. U.S. and foreign patents. HD Radio™ and the HD and HD Radio logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corp. Ford Motor Company and iBiquity Digital Corp. are not responsible for the content sent using HD Radio technology.
Page 474 “FM 1 preset <#>” “AM autoset preset <#>” “FM2” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 475 Scan Hear a brief sampling of channels. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 476 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 477 Note: SIRIUS does not support the Alert feature on all channels. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for Alert feature variation. Electronic Serial Number (ESN) is required when communicating with SIRIUS about your account.
Page 478 “Preset <#>” “SAT” “SAT 1” “SAT 1 preset <#>” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 479 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 480 Tune to another available. channel or choose another preset. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 481 No action required. the channels available for your vehicle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 482 “Shuffle off” “Repeat folder”* “Help” * WMA or MP3 only I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 483 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 484 Choose music similar to that which is currently playing. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 485 SYNC first checks the Gracenote Database for an artwork match, and then checks the device. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 486 “Play genre <name>” “Repeat one” “Play movie <name>” “Shuffle” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 487 To access, press the lower left corner on the touchscreen, then select the BT tab. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 488 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 489 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 490: Phone Features
• Call waiting notification • Caller ID • Phonebook/Caller ID photos I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 491 Pairing Your Phone for the First Time WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Page 492 Press the top left corner on your touchscreen to select from the following options: I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 493 Refer to Phone settings later in this section. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 494 3. You can select Edit Text and use the system keyboard to create a text message or select from the following options: I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 495 • Dial to call the contact. • Ignore to exit the screen. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 496 Display call history Display call history. *If compatible I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 497 “Listen to text messages” “Reply to text messages” “Help” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 498: Information Menu
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 499 For more information, see SYNC Services Terms and Conditions at www.SYNCMyRide.com. If you do not want Ford or its service providers to collect the vehicle travel information or other information identified in the Terms and Conditions, do not activate or use the service.
Page 500 Just say, “Yes” when prompted and a new route will be delivered to your vehicle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 501 Traffic, Directions and Information and continue enjoying your personalized services. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 502 SIRIUS Travel Link. Note: Neither SIRIUS nor Ford is responsible for any errors or inaccuracies in the SIRIUS Travel Link services or its use in vehicles. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 503 Ski Conditions View ski conditions for a specific area. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 504 “Golf” “MLS” “My teams” “NBA” “NFL” “NHL” “WNBA” “Help” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 505 When the messages are read or deleted, the icon returns to white. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 506 • For information on airbag deployment, refer to the Supplementary Restraints System chapter. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 507 911, to cancel the call, press Cancel on your screen or press and hold the phone button on your steering wheel.” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 508 ID blocking on your mobile phone. Before running a report, review Vehicle Health Report Privacy Notice. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 509 Certain versions or updates to Vehicle Health Report may also collect additional vehicle information. Ford may use the vehicle information it collects for any purpose. If you do not want to disclose your cellular phone number or vehicle information, do not run the feature or set up your Vehicle Health Report profile at www.SYNCMyRide.com.
Page 510: Menu Features
To upload photos, press Menu > Display > Edit Wallpaper, then follow the system prompts to upload your photographs. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 511 • Rear Camera Delay • Guideline • Visual Park Aid Alert I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 512: Settings
System Prompt Volume Touchscreen Beeps Keyboard Layout Install Applications Master Reset I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 513 • Gracenote Database Info: Allows you to view the version level of the Gracenote Database. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 514 Choose from possible system alert tones, text-to-speech or silent. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 515 • You are parked outside of a wireless hotspot I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 516 The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 517 Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 518 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 519 A/C is more economical and efficient than normal A/C mode. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 520 “Rear defrost on” “Defrost on” “Recirc off” “Dual off” “Recirc on” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 521: Navigation System
Dest > Map. Refer to Map mode. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 522 Instructions decrease with each press. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 523 The system also allows you to sort the POIs alphabetically, by distance or by cityseekr listings (if available). I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 524 This screen displays the POI icon such as: Hotel Coffeehouse Food & Drink Nightlife I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 525 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 526 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 527 3D map mode only. Coverage varies, and improves with updated map releases. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 528 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 529 GPS access. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 530 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 531 Annual navigation map updates are available for purchase through your dealership, by calling 1-800-NAVMAPS or going to www.navigation.com/ford. You need to specify the make and model of your vehicle to determine if there is an update available. Navigation Voice Commands When in navigation mode, press the voice button on the steering wheel controls.
Page 532 “One two three four Main Street, Anytown”. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 533: Appendices
SYNC End User License Agreement (EULA) • You have acquired a device (“DEVICE”) that includes software licensed by FORD MOTOR COMPANY from an affiliate of Microsoft Corporation (“MS”). Those installed software products of MS origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and “online” or electronic documentation (“MS SOFTWARE”) are protected by international...
Page 534 • You may use the SOFTWARE as installed on the DEVICE and as otherwise interfacing with systems and/or services provide by or through FORD MOTOR COMPANY or its third party software and service providers. DESCRIPTION OF OTHER RIGHTS AND LIMITATIONS: •...
Page 535 SOFTWARE. • Termination: Without prejudice to any other rights, FORD MOTOR COMPANY or MS may terminate this EULA if you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of this EULA.
Page 536 DEVICE. UPGRADES AND RECOVERY MEDIA: If the SOFTWARE is provided by FORD MOTOR COMPANY separate from the DEVICE on media such as a ROM chip, CD ROM disk(s) or via web download or other means, I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 537 For additional information, see http://www.microsoft.com/exporting/. TRADEMARKS: This EULA does not grant you any rights in connection with any trademarks or service marks of FORD MOTOR COMPANY, MS, Microsoft Corporation, third party software or service providers, their affiliates or suppliers.
Page 538 End user notice Microsoft Windows Mobile for Automotive Important Safety Information This system Ford SYNC™ contains software that is licensed to Manufacturer FORD MOTOR COMPANY by an affiliate of Microsoft Corporation pursuant to a license agreement. Any removal, reproduction, reverse engineering or other unauthorized use of the software from this system in violation of the license agreement is strictly prohibited and may subject you to legal action.
Page 539 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 540 Agreement and of the privacy policy. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 541 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 542 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 543 Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods shall not apply. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 544 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing...
Page 545 The Data for Mexico includes certain Data from Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Geografía. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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....153 Booster seats .......22 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 552 Defrost .......153, 155, 157 waxing ........332 rear window ......161 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 553 ......371 specifications ......371 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ....205 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 554 Lug nuts ........368 Jack ..........362 Making and receiving calls ..492 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 555 Pairing your phone for the first time ........408, 491 Quick touch buttons ....530 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 556 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ..........86 Safety restraints ....38–39, 41 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 557 Supplemental Restraint System (climate) ........519 (SRS) (see airbags) ....51 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 558 ...320–321 Using privacy mode ....412 Wrecker towing ......274 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : 2013 Flex (471) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing USA (fus)

Ford 2013 Flex Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Introduction

Child Safety

Safety Belts

Personal Safety System

Supplementary Restraints System

Keys and Remote Control

Mykey

Locks

Security

Steering Wheel

Pedals

Wipers and Washers

Lighting

Windows and Mirrors

Instrument Cluster

Information Displays

Audio System

Climate Control

Seats

Universal Garage Door Opener

Auxiliary Power Points

Storage Compartments

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Fuel and Refueling

Transmission

All-Wheel Drive

Brakes

Traction Control

Stability Control Advancetrac

Parking Aids

Cruise Control

Driving Aids

Load Carrying

Towing

Driving Hints

Roadside Emergencies

Customer Assistance

Fuses

Maintenance

Vehicle Care

Wheels and Tires

Capacities and Specifications

Accessories

Ford Extended Service Plan

Scheduled Maintenance

Sync

Myford Touch

Appendices

Index

Quick Links

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Summary of Contents for Ford 2013 Flex