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2017 FLEX Owner’s Manual2017 FLEX Owner’s Manualowner.ford.comford.caSeptember 2016First PrintingOwner’s ManualFlexLitho in U.S.A.HA8J 19A321 AA
The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest ofcontinuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at any timewithout notice or obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in aretrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission.Errors and omissions excepted. Ford Motor Company 2016All rights reserved.Part Number: 20160903133647
Table of ContentsIntroductionSupplementary RestraintsSystemAbout This Manual.7Symbols Glossary.7Data Recording.9California Proposition 65.11Perchlorate.11Ford Credit.11Replacement PartsRecommendation.12Special Notices.12Mobile CommunicationsEquipment.13Export Unique Options.13Principle of Operation.44Driver and Passenger Airbags.45Front Passenger Sensing System.46Side Airbags.48Safety Canopy .49Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.50Airbag Disposal.51Keys and Remote ControlsProtecting the Environment.15General Information on RadioFrequencies.52Remote Control.53Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl.56At a GlanceMyKey Instrument Panel Overview.16Principle of Operation.57Creating a MyKey.58Clearing All MyKeys.59Checking MyKey System Status.60Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems.61MyKey Troubleshooting.61EnvironmentChild SafetyGeneral Information.18Installing Child Restraints.19Booster Seats.28Child Restraint Positioning.30Child Safety Locks.32Doors and LocksLocking and Unlocking.63Manual Liftgate.66Power Liftgate.67Keyless Entry.70SeatbeltsPrinciple of Operation.34Fastening the Seatbelts.35Seatbelt Height Adjustment.38Seatbelt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime.39Seatbelt Reminder.39Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance.41Seatbelt Extension.41SecurityPassive Anti-Theft System.73Anti-Theft Alarm.74Steering WheelAdjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Manual Adjustable SteeringColumn.75Personal Safety System Personal Safety System .431Flex (), enUSA, First Printing
Table of ContentsAdjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Power Adjustable SteeringColumn.75Audio Control.76Voice Control.77Cruise Control.77Information Display Control.77Heated Steering Wheel.77Warning Lamps and Indicators.94Audible Warnings and Indicators.97PedalsManual Climate Control.116Automatic Climate Control.117Automatic Climate Control - VehiclesWith: Premium AM/FM/CD.119Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate.120Rear Passenger Climate Controls.123Heated Windows and Mirrors.123Cabin Air Filter.124Remote Start.124Information DisplaysGeneral Information.99Information Messages.107Climate ControlAdjusting the Pedals.78Wipers and WashersWindshield Wipers.79Autowipers.79Windshield Washers.80Rear Window Wiper and Washers.80LightingGeneral Information.82Lighting Control.82Autolamps.83Instrument Lighting Dimmer.84Headlamp Exit Delay.84Daytime Running Lamps.85Front Fog Lamps.85Adaptive Headlamps.85Direction Indicators.86Interior Lamps.86Ambient Lighting.87SeatsWindows and MirrorsUniversal Garage Door Opener.140Sitting in the Correct Position.125Head Restraints.125Manual Seats.128Power Seats.129Memory Function.130Rear Seats.131Heated Seats.138Climate Controlled Seats.139Universal Garage DoorOpenerPower Windows.88Exterior Mirrors.89Interior Mirror.91Sun Visors.91Moonroof.91Auxiliary Power PointsAuxiliary Power Points.145Storage CompartmentsCenter Console.147Overhead Console.148Instrument ClusterGauges.932Flex (), enUSA, First Printing
Table of ContentsRear Parking Aid.180Active Park Assist.181Rear View Camera.185Starting and Stopping theEngineGeneral Information.149Ignition Switch.149Keyless Starting.149Starting a Gasoline Engine.150Engine Block Heater.153Cruise ControlPrinciple of Operation.188Using Cruise Control.188Using Adaptive Cruise Control.189Fuel and RefuelingDriving AidsSafety Precautions.155Fuel Quality.156Fuel Filler Funnel Location.156Running Out of Fuel.156Refueling.157Fuel Consumption.160Emission Control System.161Blind Spot Information System.195Cross Traffic Alert.197Steering.200Collision Warning System.200Load CarryingAutomatic Transmission.164Cargo Nets.203Roof Racks and Load Carriers.203Load Limit.203All-Wheel DriveTowingUsing All-Wheel Drive.168Towing a Trailer.209Trailer Sway Control.210Recommended Towing Weights.210Essential Towing Checks.212Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.215TransmissionBrakesGeneral Information.175Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes.175Parking Brake.176Driving HintsPrinciple of Operation.177Using Traction Control.177Breaking-In.217Economical Driving.217Driving Through Water.218Floor Mats.218Stability ControlRoadside EmergenciesPrinciple of Operation.178Using Stability Control.179Roadside Assistance.220Hazard Warning Flashers.221Fuel Shutoff.221Jump Starting the Vehicle.222Post-Crash Alert System.224Traction ControlParking AidsPrinciple of Operation.1803Flex (), enUSA, First Printing
Table of ContentsTransporting the Vehicle.224Adjusting the Headlamps.259Removing a Headlamp.260Changing a Bulb.260Bulb Specification Chart.263Changing the Engine Air Filter.265Customer AssistanceGetting the Services You Need.226In California (U.S. Only).227The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).228Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only).229Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.229Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature.230Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only).231Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly).231Vehicle CareGeneral Information.266Cleaning Products.266Cleaning the Exterior.266Waxing.267Cleaning the Engine.268Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades.268Cleaning the Interior.269Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.269Cleaning Leather Seats.270Repairing Minor Paint Damage.270Cleaning the Wheels.270Vehicle Storage.271FusesFuse Specification Chart.233Changing a Fuse.242MaintenanceWheels and TiresGeneral Information.244Opening and Closing the Hood.244Under Hood Overview - 3.5LDuratec.246Under Hood Overview - 3.5LEcoboost .247Engine Oil Dipstick.248Engine Oil Check.248Oil Change Indicator Reset.249Engine Coolant Check.250Automatic Transmission FluidCheck.254Brake Fluid Check.255Power Steering Fluid Check.256Washer Fluid Check.256Changing the 12V Battery.256Checking the Wiper Blades.258Changing the Wiper Blades.258General Information.273Tire Care.275Using Snow Chains.289Tire Pressure Monitoring System.290Changing a Road Wheel.293Technical Specifications.298Capacities and SpecificationsEngine Specifications - 3.5LDuratec.299Engine Specifications - 3.5LEcoboost .299Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Duratec.300Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost .301Vehicle Identification Number.302Vehicle Certification Label.3034Flex (), enUSA, First Printing
Table of ContentsTransmission Code Designation.303Capacities and Specifications - 3.5LDuratec.304Capacities and Specifications - 3.5LEcoboost .308Ford ProtectFord Protect.437Scheduled MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance Information.439Normal Scheduled Maintenance.442Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance.445Scheduled Maintenance Record.447Audio SystemGeneral Information.313Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/SYNC/Satellite Radio.314Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD.318Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/CD.319USB Port.320Media Hub.320AppendicesEnd User License Agreement.457SYNC General Information.321Using Voice Recognition.323Using SYNC With Your Phone.326SYNC Applications and Services.339SYNC AppLink .341Using SYNC With Your MediaPlayer.342SYNC Troubleshooting.352SYNC 3General Information.360Home Screen.373Using Voice 93Navigation.399Apps.407Settings.410SYNC 3 Troubleshooting.422AccessoriesAccessories.4355Flex (), enUSA, First Printing
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IntroductionABOUT THIS MANUALThank you for choosing Ford. Werecommend that you take some time toget to know your vehicle by reading thismanual. The more that you know aboutyour vehicle, the greater the safety andpleasure you will get from driving it.WARNINGDriving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.E154903ARight-hand side.BLeft-hand side.SYMBOLS GLOSSARYThese are some of the symbols you maysee on your vehicle.Air conditioning systemNote: This manual describes productfeatures and options available throughoutthe range of available models, sometimeseven before they are generally available. Itmay describe options not fitted to thevehicle you have purchased.E162384E231157Air conditioning system lubricanttypeAnti-lock braking systemNote: Some of the illustrations in thismanual may show features as used indifferent models, so may appear differentto you on your vehicle.Avoid smoking, flames or sparksNote: Always use and operate your vehiclein line with all applicable laws andregulations.BatteryNote: Pass on this manual when sellingyour vehicle. It is an integral part of yourvehicle.Battery acidBrake fluid - non petroleumbasedThis manual may qualify the location of acomponent as left-hand side or right-handside. The side is determined when facingforward in the seat.Brake system7Flex (), enUSA, First Printing
IntroductionCabin air filterFront airbagE67017Check fuel capFront fog lampsChild safety door lock or unlockFuel pump resetChild seat lower anchorFuse compartmentChild seat tether anchorHazard warning flashersCruise controlHeated rear windowDo not open when hotHeated windshieldEngine air filterInterior luggage compartmentreleaseEngine coolantJackE71340Keep out of reach of childrenEngine coolant temperatureE161353Lighting controlEngine oilLow tire pressure warningExplosive gasMaintain correct fluid levelFan warningFasten seatbeltNote operating instructionsFlammablePanic alarmE71880E2311608Flex (), enUSA, First Printing
IntroductionParking aidDATA RECORDINGE139213Service Data RecordingParking brakeService data recorders in your vehicle arecapable of collecting and storingdiagnostic information about your vehicle.This potentially includes information aboutthe performance or status of varioussystems and modules in the vehicle, suchas engine, throttle, steering or brakesystems. In order to properly diagnose andservice your vehicle, Ford Motor Company(Ford of Canada in Canada), and serviceand repair facilities may access or shareamong them vehicle diagnosticinformation received through a directconnection to your vehicle whendiagnosing or servicing your vehicle.Additionally, Ford Motor Company (Fordof Canada, in Canada) may, wherepermitted by law, use vehicle diagnosticinformation for vehicle improvement orwith other information we may have aboutyou, (for example, your contactinformation), to offer you products orservices that may interest you. Data maybe provided to our service providers suchas part suppliers that may help diagnosemalfunctions, and who are similarlyobligated to protect data. We retain thisdata only as long as necessary to performthese functions or to comply with law. Wemay provide information where requiredin response to official requests to lawenforcement or other governmentauthorities or third parties acting withlawful authority or court order, and suchinformation may be used in legalproceedings. For U.S. only (if equipped), ifyou choose to use connected apps andservices, such as SYNC Vehicle HealthReport or MyFord Mobile App, you consentthat certain diagnostic information mayalso be accessed electronically by FordMotor Company and Ford authorizedservice facilities, and that the diagnosticinformation may be used to providePower steering fluidPower windows front/rearPower window lockoutRequires registered technicianE231159Safety alertSee Owner's ManualSee Service ManualE231158Service engine soonSide airbagShield the eyesE167012Stability controlE138639Windshield wash and wipe9Flex (), enUSA, First Printing
Introductionservices to you, personalizing yourexperience, troubleshoot, and to improveproducts and services and offer youproducts and services that may interestyou, where permitted by law. For Canadaonly, for more information, please reviewthe Ford of Canada privacy policy atwww.ford.ca, including our U.S. datastorage and use of service providers inother jurisdictions who may be subject tolegal requirements in Canada, the UnitedStates and other countries applicable tothem, for example, lawful requirements todisclose personal information togovernmental authorities in thosecountries. See SYNC (page 321).This data can help provide a betterunderstanding of the circumstances inwhich crashes and injuries occur.Note: Event data recorder data isrecorded by your vehicle only if anon-trivial crash situation occurs; no datais recorded by the event data recorderunder normal driving conditions and nopersonal data or information (e.g., name,gender, age, and crash location) isrecorded (see limitations regarding 911Assist and Traffic, directions andInformation privacy below). However,parties, such as law enforcement, couldcombine the event data recorder datawith the type of personally identifyingdata routinely acquired during a crashinvestigation.Event Data RecordingThis vehicle is equipped with an eventdata recorder. The main purpose of anevent data recorder is to record, incertain crash or near crash-likesituations, such as an airbagdeployment or hitting a road obstacle;this data will assist in understandinghow a vehicle’s systems performed.The event data recorder is designed torecord data related to vehicle dynamicsand safety systems for a short periodof time, typically 30 seconds or less.To read data recorded by an event datarecorder, special equipment is required,and access to the vehicle or the eventdata recorder is needed. In addition tothe vehicle manufacturer, otherparties, such as law enforcement, thathave such special equipment, can readthe information if they have access tothe vehicle or the event data recorder.Ford Motor Company and Ford ofCanada do not access event datarecorder information without obtainingconsent, unless pursuant to court orderor where required by law enforcement,other government authorities or otherthird parties acting with lawfulauthority. Other parties may seek toaccess the information independentlyof Ford Motor Company and Ford ofCanada.The event data recorder in this vehicleis designed to record such data as: How various systems in your vehiclewere operating; Whether or not the driver andpassenger safety belts werebuckled/fastened; How far (if at all) the driver wasdepressing the accelerator and/orthe brake pedal; and How fast the vehicle was traveling;and Where the driver was positioningthe steering wheel.10Flex (), enUSA, First Printing
IntroductionNote: Including to the extent that anylaw pertaining to Event Data Recordersapplies to SYNC or its features, pleasenote the following: Once 911 Assist (ifequipped) is enabled (set ON), 911 Assistmay, through any paired and connectedcell phone, disclose to emergencyservices that the vehicle has been in acrash involving the deployment of anairbag or, in certain vehicles, theactivation of the fuel pump shut-off.Certain versions or updates to 911 Assistmay also be capable of being used toelectronically or verbally provide to 911operators the vehicle location (such aslatitude and longitude), and/or otherdetails about the vehicle or crash orpersonal information about theoccupants to assist 911 operators toprovide the most appropriate emergencyservices. If you do not want to disclosethis information, do not activate the 911Assist feature. See SYNC (page 321).CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65WARNINGSSome constituents of engineexhaust, certain vehicle components,certain fluids contained in vehiclesand certain products of component wearcontain or emit chemicals known to theState of California to cause cancer andbirth defects or other reproductive harm.Battery posts, terminals and relatedaccessories contain lead and leadcompounds, chemicals known to theState of California to cause cancer andreproductive harm. Batteries also containother chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer. Wash yourhands after handling.PERCHLORATECertain components in your vehicle suchas airbag modules, seatbelt pretensionersand remote control batteries may containperchlorate material. Special handlingmay apply for service or vehicle end of lifedisposal.Additionally, when you connect toTraffic, Directions and Information (ifequipped, U.S. only), the service usesGPS technology and advanced vehiclesensors to collect the vehicle’s currentlocation, travel direction, and speed(“vehicle travel information”), only tohelp provide you with the directions,traffic reports, or business searchesthat you request. If you do not wantFord or its vendors to receive thisinformation, do not activate theservice. For more information, seeTraffic, Directions and Information,Terms and Conditions. See SYNC (page 321).For more information visit:Web ORD CREDITUS OnlyFord Credit offers a full range of financingand lease plans to help you acquire yourvehicle. If you have financed or leased yourvehicle through Ford Credit, thank you foryour business.11Flex (), enUSA, First Printing
IntroductionWe offer a number of convenient ways foryou to contact us, and to manage youraccount.vehicle development we validate thatthese parts deliver the intended level ofprotection as a whole system. A great wayto know for sure you are getting this levelof protection is to use genuine Fordreplacement collision parts.Call 1-800-727-7000.For more information about Ford Creditand access to the Account Manager, go towww.fordcredit.com.Warranty on Replacement PartsGenuine Ford and Motorcraft replacementparts are the only replacement parts thatbenefit from a Ford Warranty. The FordWarranty may not cover damage causedto your vehicle as a result of failednon-Ford parts. For additional information,refer to the terms and conditions of theFord Warranty.REPLACEMENT PARTSRECOMMENDATIONWe have built your vehicle to the higheststandards using quality parts. Werecommend that you demand the use ofgenuine Ford and Motorcraft partswhenever your vehicle requires scheduledmaintenance or repair. You can clearlyidentify genuine Ford and Motorcraft partsby looking for the Ford, FoMoCo orMotorcraft branding on the parts or theirpackaging.SPECIAL NOTICESNew Vehicle Limited WarrantyFor a detailed description of what iscovered and what is not covered by yourvehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty,see the Warranty Manual that is providedto you along with your Owner’s Manual.Scheduled Maintenance andMechanical RepairsOne of the best ways for you to make surethat your vehicle provides years of serviceis to have it maintained in line with ourrecommendations using parts thatconform to the specifications detailed inthis Owner’s Manual. Genuine Ford andMotorcraft parts meet or exceed thesespecifications.Special InstructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fittedwith sophisticated electronic controls.WARNINGSYou risk death or serious injury toyourself and others if you do notfollow the instruction highlighted bythe warning symbol. Failure to follow thespecific warnings and instructions couldresult in personal injury.Collision RepairsWe hope that you never experience acollision, but accidents do happen.Genuine Ford replacement collision partsmeet our stringent requirements for fit,finish, structural integrity, corrosionprotection and dent resistance. DuringNever place front seat mountedrear-facing child or infant seats infront of an active passenger airbag.12Flex (), enUSA, First Printing
IntroductionOn Board Diagnostics Data LinkConnectorMOBILE COMMUNICATIONSEQUIPMENTWARNINGWARNINGDo not connect wireless plug-indevices to the data link connector.Unauthorized third parties could gainaccess to vehicle data and impair theperformance of safety related systems.Only allow repair facilities that follow ourservice and repair instructions to connecttheir equipment to the data link connector.Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.Your vehicle has an OBD Data LinkConnector (DLC) that is used inconjunction with a diagnostic scan tool forvehicle diagnostics, repairs andreprogramming services. Installing anaftermarket device that uses the DLCduring normal driving for purposes such asremote insurance company monitoring,transmission of vehicle data t
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