Ford Fusion Hybrid (2014 year). Manual — part 33

Ignition Modes

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The keyless starting system has three
modes:

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Off: Turns the ignition off.

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Without applying the brake pedal,
press and release the button once
when the ignition is in the on mode,
or when the engine is running but
the vehicle is not moving.

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On: All electrical circuits are
operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.

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Without applying the brake pedal,
press and release the button once.

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Start: Starts the engine.

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Press the brake pedal, and then
press the button for any length of
time. An indicator light on the
button illuminates when then
ignition is on and when the engine
starts.

STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE

When you start the engine, the idle speed
increases, this helps to warm up the
engine. If the engine idle speed does not
slow down automatically, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.

Note: You can crank the engine for a total
of 60 seconds (without the engine starting)
before the starting system temporarily
disables. The 60 seconds does not have to
be all at once. For example, if you crank the
engine three times for 20 seconds each
time, without the engine starting, you
reached the 60-second time limit. A
message appears in the information display
alerting you that you exceeded the cranking
time. You cannot attempt to start the engine
for at least 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, you
are limited to a 15-second engine cranking
time. You need to wait 60 minutes before
you can crank the engine for 60 seconds
again.

Before starting the engine, check the
following:

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Make sure all occupants have fastened
their safety belts.

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Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.

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Make sure the parking brake is on.

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Move the transmission selector lever
to position P (automatic transmission)
or neutral (manual transmission).

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Turn the ignition key to position II. If
your vehicle is equipped with a keyless
ignition, see the following instructions.

Vehicles with an Ignition Key

Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.

1.

Fully press the brake pedal. If your
vehicle is equipped with a manual
transmission, fully press the clutch
pedal also.

2. Turn the key to position III to start the

engine. Release the key when the
engine starts.

Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.

Note: If you cannot start the engine on the
first try, wait for a short period and try again.

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Vehicles with Keyless Start

Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.

Note: You must have your intelligent access
key in the vehicle in order to shift the
transmission out of position P.

1.

Fully press the brake pedal.

2. Press the button.

The system does not function if:

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The key frequencies are jammed.

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The key battery has no charge.

If you are unable to start the engine, do the
following:

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1.

Locate the key backup slot in center
console utility compartment.

2. With the buttons facing the rear of the

vehicle and the key ring up, place the
key into backup slot.

3. With the key in this position, press the

brake pedal, and then the button to
switch on the engine.

Fast Restart

The fast restart feature allows you to
restart the engine within 20 seconds of
switching it off, even if a valid key is not
present.

Within 20 seconds of switching the engine
off, press the brake pedal and press the
button. After 20 seconds have expired, you
can no longer restart the engine without
the key present inside your vehicle.

Once the engine has started, it remains
running until you press the button, even if
the system does not detect a valid key. If
you open and close a door while the engine
is running, the system searches for a valid
key. You cannot restart the engine if the
system does not detect a valid key within
20 seconds.

Failure to Start

If you cannot start the engine after three
attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow this
procedure:

1.

Fully press the brake pedal. If your
vehicle is equipped with a manual
transmission, fully press the clutch
pedal also.

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and

hold it there.

3. Start the engine.

Automatic Engine Shutdown

If your vehicle is equipped with a keyless
ignition, it has a feature that automatically
shuts down the engine if it has been idling
for an extended period. The ignition also
turns off in order to save battery power.
Before the engine shuts down, a message
appears in the information display showing
a timer counting down from 30 seconds.
If you do not intervene within 30 seconds,
the engine shuts down. Another message
appears in the information display to
inform you that the engine has shut down
in order to save fuel. Start your vehicle as
you normally do.

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Automatic Engine Shutdown Override

Note: You cannot permanently switch off
the automatic engine shutdown feature.
When you switch it off temporarily, it turns
on at the next ignition cycle.

You can stop the engine shutdown, or reset
the timer, at any point before the
30-second countdown has expired by
doing any of the following:

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You can reset the timer by interacting
with your vehicle (such as pressing the
brake pedal or accelerator pedal).

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You can temporarily switch off the
shutdown feature any time the ignition
is on (for the current ignition cycle
only). Use the information display to
do so. See Information Displays
(page 85).

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During the countdown before engine
shutdown, you are prompted to press
OK or RESET (depending on your type
of information display) to temporarily
switch the feature off (for the current
ignition cycle only).

Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary

Vehicles with an Ignition Key

1.

Move the transmission selector lever
to position P (automatic transmission)
or 1 (manual transmission).

2. Turn the key to position 0.

3. Apply the parking brake.

Vehicles with Keyless Start

1.

Move the transmission selector lever
to position P.

2. Press the button once.

3. Apply the parking brake.

Note: This switches off the ignition, all
electrical circuits, warning lamps and
indicators.

Note: If the engine is idling for 30 minutes,
the ignition and engine automatically shut
down.

Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving

WARNING

Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance.

The steering will not lock, but higher effort
will be required. When the ignition is
switched off, some electrical circuits,
warning lamps and indicators may also be
off.

Vehicles with an Ignition Key

1.

Move the transmission selector lever
to position N (automatic transmission)
or neutral (manual transmission) and
use the brakes to bring your vehicle to
a safe stop.

2. When your vehicle has stopped, move

the transmission selector lever to
position P (automatic transmission)
or 1 (manual transmission) and turn
the key to position 0.

3. Apply the parking brake.

Vehicles with Keyless Start

1.

Move the transmission selector lever
to position N and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.

2. When your vehicle has stopped, move

the transmission selector lever to
position P.

3. Press and hold the button for one

second, or press it three times within
two seconds.

4. Apply the parking brake.

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Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes

WARNING

If you smell exhaust fumes inside
your vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer

immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if
you smell exhaust fumes. Carbon
monoxide is present in exhaust fumes.
Take precautions to avoid its dangerous
effects.

Important Ventilating Information

If you stop your vehicle and the leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:

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Open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5
centimeters)

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Set your climate control to outside air.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

(IF

EQUIPPED)

WARNINGS

Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property
damage or serious personal injury.

Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk

of electrical shock.

Note: The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below 0°F
(-18°C).

The heater acts as a starting aid by
warming the engine coolant. This allows
the climate control system to respond
quickly. The equipment includes a heater
element (installed in the engine block) and
a wire harness. You can connect the
system to a grounded 120-volt AC
electrical source.

We recommend that you do the following
for a safe and correct operation:

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Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by
Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be
suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.

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Use as short an extension cord as
possible.

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Do not use multiple extension cords.

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Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord
plug connections are free and clear of
water. This could cause an electric
shock or fire.

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Make sure your vehicle is parked in a
clean area, clear of combustibles.

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Make sure the heater, heater cord and
extension cord are firmly connected.

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Check for heat anywhere in the
electrical hookup once the system has
been operating for approximately 30
minutes.

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Make sure the heater system is
checked for proper operation before
winter.

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