Ford Fusion (2018 year). Manual — part 56

2. Select the neutral tow option under the

vehicle settings menu in the
information display. See General
Information (page 96).

3. Press and hold the OK button to start

the neutral tow process.

4. Press the brake pedal and select N on

the rotary shift transmission.

5. Turn the ignition off by pressing the

engine START button without pressing
the brake pedal.

If the process completes successfully:

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the N on the rotary shift transmission
blinks slowly.

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A confirmation message appears in the
information display.

Note: If the parking brake is applied, a
message appears in the information display.

Note: Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h).

Note: Start the engine and allow it to run
for five minutes at the beginning of each day
and every six hours (or fewer). Shut the
engine off and verify that a message
appears indicating neutral tow has been
engaged, before continuing to tow.

Exit Neutral Tow mode, make sure the
ignition is on (engine can be on or off),
press the brake pedal and select P on the
rotary shift transmission.

If the process is completed successfully,
a message appears indicating that neutral
tow has disengaged in both the instrument
cluster and rotary shift transmission
display P.

BREAKING-IN

You need to break in new tires for
approximately 300 mi (480 km). During
this time, your vehicle may exhibit some
unusual driving characteristics.

Avoid driving too fast during the first
1,000 mi (1,600 km). Vary your speed
frequently and change up through the
gears early. Do not labor the engine.

Do not tow during the first 1,000 mi
(1,600 km).

ECONOMICAL DRIVING

Fuel economy is affected by several things
such as how you drive, the conditions you
drive under and how you maintain your
vehicle.

There are some things to keep in mind that
may improve your fuel economy:
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Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
moderate fashion.

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Drive at steady speeds.

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Anticipate stops; slowing down may
eliminate the need to stop.

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Combine errands and minimize
stop-and-go driving (When running
errands, go to the furthest destination
first and then work your way back
home).

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Close the windows for high-speed
driving.

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Drive at reasonable speeds.

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Keep the tires properly inflated and use
only the recommended size.

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Use the recommended engine oil.

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Perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance.

There are also some things you may want
to avoid doing because they reduce your
fuel economy:
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Avoid sudden or hard accelerations.

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Avoid revving the engine before turning
off the car.

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Avoid long idle periods.

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Do not warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.

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Reduce the use of air conditioning and
heat.

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Avoid using speed control in hilly
terrain.

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Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving.

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Avoid carrying unnecessary weight.

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Avoid adding particular accessories to
your vehicle (e.g. bug deflectors,
rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski
racks).

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Avoid driving with the wheels out of
alignment.

DRIVING THROUGH WATER

WARNING

Do not drive through flowing or deep
water as you may lose control of your
vehicle.

Note: Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.

Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.

Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of the front
rocker area of your vehicle.

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When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction may
be limited. After driving through water and
as soon as it is safe to do so:

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Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.

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Check that the horn works.

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Check that the exterior lights work.

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Turn the steering wheel to check that
the steering power assist works.

FLOOR MATS

WARNINGS

Use a floor mat designed to fit the
footwell of your vehicle that does not
obstruct the pedal area. Failure to

follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, personal
injury or death.

Pedals that cannot move freely can
cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal

injury.

WARNINGS

Secure the floor mat to both
retention devices so that it cannot
slip out of position and interfere with

the pedals. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.

Do not place additional floor mats
or any other covering on top of the
original floor mats. This could result

in the floor mat interfering with the
operation of the pedals. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, personal injury or
death.

Always make sure that objects
cannot fall into the driver foot well
while your vehicle is moving. Objects

that are loose can become trapped under
the pedals causing a loss of vehicle control.

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To install the floor mats, position the floor
mat eyelet over the retention post and
press down to lock in position.

To remove the floor mat, reverse the
installation procedure.

Note: Regularly check the floor mats to
make sure they are secure.

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

Vehicles Sold in the United States:
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:
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24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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For the coverage period listed on the
Roadside Assistance Card included in
your Owner's Manual portfolio.

Roadside Assistance covers:
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A flat tire change with a good spare
(except vehicles supplied with a tire
inflation kit).

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Battery jump start.

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Lock-out assistance (key replacement
cost is the customer's responsibility).

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Fuel delivery — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law, shall deliver up
to 2 gal (8 L) of gasoline or 5 gal (20 L)
of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle.
Roadside Assistance limits fuel delivery
service to two no-charge occurrences
within a 12-month period.

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Winch out — available within 100 ft
(30 m) of a paved or county
maintained road, no recoveries.

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Towing — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law, shall tow Ford
eligible vehicles to an authorized dealer
within 35 mi (56 km) of the
disablement location or to the nearest
authorized dealer. If a member
requests a tow to an authorized dealer
that is more than 35 mi (56 km) from
the disablement location, the member
shall be responsible for any mileage
costs in excess of 35 mi (56 km).

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Roadside Assistance includes up to
$200 for a towed trailer if the disabled
eligible vehicle requires service at the
nearest authorized dealer. If the towing
vehicle is operational but the trailer is
not, then the trailer does not qualify for
any roadside services.

Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Using Roadside Assistance

Complete the roadside assistance
identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. This card is in
the owner's information portfolio in the
glove compartment.

United States vehicle customers who
require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-241-3673.

If you need to arrange roadside assistance
for yourself, Ford Motor Company
reimburses a reasonable amount for
towing to the nearest dealership within
35 mi (56 km). To obtain reimbursement
information, United States vehicle
customers call 1-800-241-3673.
Customers need to submit their original
receipts.