Ford Fusion Hybrid (2014 year). Manual — part 34

Using the Engine Block Heater

The engine block heater plug is located in
a housing in the left fog lamp bezel. Open
the hinged, circular door and make sure
the receptacle terminals are clean and dry
prior to use. Clean them with a dry cloth if
necessary.

The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours
of energy per hour of use. The system does
not have a thermostat. It will achieve
maximum temperature after
approximately three hours of operation. If
you use the heater longer than three hours,
this will not improve system performance
and will use unnecessary electricity.

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Starting and Stopping the Engine

START-STOP

(IF EQUIPPED)

The system helps reduce fuel consumption
by automatically shutting off and restarting
the engine while your vehicle is stopped.
The engine will restart automatically when
you release the brake pedal. In some
situations, your vehicle may restart
automatically, for example:

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To maintain interior comfort

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To recharge the battery

Note: Power assist steering is turned off
when the engine is off.

WARNINGS

The engine may restart
automatically if required by the
system.

Switch the ignition off before
opening the hood or performing any
maintenance. Failure to do so may

result in serious injuries due to automatic
engine restart.

Always switch the ignition off before
leaving your vehicle, as the system
may have turned the engine off, but

the ignition will still be on and automatic
restart may occur.

The Auto StartStop system status is
available at a glance within the information
display. See Information Displays (page
85).

Enabling Auto StartStop

The system is automatically enabled every
time you start your vehicle if the following
conditions are met:

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The Auto StartStop button is not
pressed (not illuminated).

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Your vehicle exceeds an initial speed
of 3 mph (4 km/h) after the vehicle has
been initially started.

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Your vehicle is stopped.

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Your foot is on the brake pedal.

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The transmission selector lever is in
position D.

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The driver's door is closed.

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There is adequate brake vacuum.

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The interior compartment has been
cooled or warmed to an acceptable
level.

•

The front windshield defroster and rear
window defroster are off.

•

The steering wheel is not turned rapidly
or is not at a sharp angle.

•

The vehicle is not on a steep road
grade.

•

The battery is within optimal operating
conditions (battery state of charge and
temperature in range).

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The engine coolant is at operating
temperature.

•

Elevation is below approximately
10000 feet (3048 meters).

•

Ambient temperature is moderate.

Note: The system allows multiple
successive Auto StopStart events, but it
may not operate in conditions of heavy
traffic or in extended low speed operation.

Note: The green Auto StartStop
indicator light on the instrument
cluster will illuminate to indicate

when the automatic engine stop occurs.

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Note: If the instrument cluster
is equipped with a grey Auto
StartStop indicator light, it is

illuminated when automatic engine stop
is not available due to one of the above
noted conditions not being met.

Automatic Engine Restart

Any of the following conditions will result
in an automatic restart of the engine:

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Unique Driving Characteristics

•

Your foot is removed from the brake
pedal.

•

You press the accelerator pedal.

•

You press the accelerator and the
brake pedal at the same time.

•

The driver’s seat belt becomes
unfastened or the driver’s door is ajar.

•

The transmission selector lever is
moved from position D.

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Your vehicle is moving.

•

The interior compartment does not
meet customer comfort when air
conditioning or heat is on.

•

Fogging of the windows could occur
and the air conditioning is on.

•

The battery is not within optimal
operating conditions.

•

The maximum engine off time is
exceeded.

•

When you press the Auto StartStop
button while the engine is stopped
automatically.

•

Either the front or rear defroster is
turned on.

Any of the following conditions may result
in an automatic restart of the engine:

•

The blower fan speed is increased or
the climate control temperature is
changed.

•

An electrical accessory is turned on or
plugged in.

Disabling Auto StartStop

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Press the Auto StartStop button located
on the center console to switch the system
off. The button will illuminate. The system
will only be deactivated for the current
ignition cycle. Press the button again to
restore Auto StartStop function.

Note: If the Shift to P, Restart Engine
message appears and the amber Auto
StartStop indicator light is flashing,
automatic restart is not available. The
vehicle must be restarted manually. See
Information Displays (page 85).

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Unique Driving Characteristics

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNINGS

Do not overfill the fuel tank. The
pressure in an overfilled tank may
cause leakage and lead to fuel spray

and fire.

The fuel system may be under
pressure. If you hear a hissing sound
near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel

capless fuel system), do not refuel until
the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray
out, which could cause serious personal
injury.

Automotive fuels can cause serious
injury or death if misused or
mishandled.

The flow of fuel through a fuel pump
nozzle can produce static electricity,
which can cause a fire if fuel is

pumped into an ungrounded fuel container.

Fuel ethanol and gasoline may
contain benzene, which is a
cancer-causing agent.

When refueling always shut the
engine off and never allow sparks or
open flames near the filler neck.

Never smoke or use a cell phone while
refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely
hazardous under certain conditions. Avoid
inhaling excess fumes.

Observe the following guidelines when
handling automotive fuel:

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Extinguish all smoking materials and
any open flames before refueling your
vehicle.

•

Always turn off the vehicle before
refueling.

•

Automotive fuels can be harmful or
fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as
gasoline is highly toxic and if
swallowed can cause death or
permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed,
call a physician immediately, even if no
symptoms are immediately apparent.
The toxic effects of fuel may not be
visible for hours.

•

Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too
much fuel vapor of any kind can lead
to eye and respiratory tract irritation.
In severe cases, excessive or prolonged
breathing of fuel vapor can cause
serious illness and permanent injury.

•

Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If
fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove
contact lenses (if worn), flush with
water for 15 minutes and seek medical
attention. Failure to seek proper
medical attention could lead to
permanent injury.

•

Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed
through the skin. If fuel is splashed on
the skin, clothing or both, promptly
remove contaminated clothing and
wash skin thoroughly with soap and
water. Repeated or prolonged skin
contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes
skin irritation.

•

Be particularly careful if you are taking
“Antabuse” or other forms of disulfiram
for the treatment of alcoholism.
Breathing gasoline vapors, or skin
contact could cause an adverse
reaction. In sensitive individuals, serious
personal injury or sickness may result.
If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly
wash skin thoroughly with soap and
water. Consult a physician immediately
if you experience an adverse reaction.

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Fuel and Refueling