Driving Hints; Breaking-In; Cold Weather Precautions; Driving Through Water - Ford ECOSPORT 2014 Owner's Manual

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BREAKING-IN

Tires
WARNING
New tires need to be run-in for
approximately 500 kilometers.
During this time, you may experience
different driving characteristics.
Brakes and Clutch
WARNING
If possible, avoid hard braking and
clutching during the first 150
kilometers in the city, and the first
1,500 kilometers in highways.
Engine
WARNING
Avoid driving too fast during the first
1500 kilometers. Vary your speed
frequently and change up through
the gears early. Do not labor the engine.
COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of some
components and systems can be affected
at temperatures below -25°C.

DRIVING THROUGH WATER

WARNINGS
Drive through water in an emergency
only and not as part of normal
driving.
Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
Ecosport (CBY) Rayong (Thailand)/Haiduong (Vietnam), enPHI

Driving Hints

In an emergency, you can drive your vehicle
in water to a maximum depth of 20
centimeters, and at a maximum speed of
10 km/h. You must take extra care when
driving through flowing water.
When driving in water, maintain a low
speed and do not stop your vehicle. After
driving through water and as soon as it is
safe to do so:
Depress the brake pedal lightly to
check that the brakes are functioning
correctly.
Check that the horn works.
Check that your vehicle's lamps are
fully operational.
Check the power assistance
of the steering system.

FLOOR MATS

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Always use floor mats that are designed
to fit the footwell of your vehicle. Only use
floor mats that are firmly secured to
retention posts.
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