Get Wheels and Tires Guide for Ford Ecosport SUV 2020

Vehicle Care

BODY STYLING KITS

The distance between the underside of

your vehicle and the ground is less than

that of other models. Drive with extreme

care to avoid damage to your vehicle.

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Notice to utility vehicle and truck

owners

GENERAL INFORMATION

Use only approved wheel and tire sizes,

using other sizes could damage your

vehicle. If you change the diameter of the

tires from that fitted at the factory, the

speedometer may not display the correct

speed. Take your vehicle to an authorized

Ford dealer to have the system

WARNING: Utility vehicles have a

significantly higher rollover rate than

other types of vehicles.

WARNING: Vehicles with a higher

center of gravity (utility and four-wheel

drive vehicles) handle differently than

vehicles with a lower center of gravity

(passenger cars). Avoid sharp turns,

excessive speed and abrupt steering in

these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously

increases the risk of losing control of your

vehicle, vehicle rollover, personal injury

and death.

reprogrammed. If you intend to change the

size of the wheels from that fitted by the

manufacturer, you can check the suitability

with an authorized dealer.

Additional information related to the

functionality and maintenance of your tires

can be found later in this chapter. See

General Information (page 248).

The Ford recommended tire inflation

pressures can be found on the Tire Label,

which is located on the B-pillar or the edge

of the driver's door. This information can

also be found on the Safety Compliance

Certification Label, affixed to either the

door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the

door edge that meets the door latch post;

next to the driver’s seating position.

Ford strongly recommends maintaining

these tire pressures at all times. Failure to

follow the tire pressure recommendations

can cause uneven treadwear patterns,

reduced fuel economy, and adversely

affect the way your vehicle handles.

WARNING: In a rollover crash, an

unbelted person is significantly more

likely to die than a person wearing a

seatbelt.

WARNING: Do not become

overconfident in the ability of four-wheel

drive vehicles. Although a four-wheel

drive vehicle may accelerate better than

a two-wheel drive vehicle in low traction

situations, it won't stop any faster than

two-wheel drive vehicles. Always drive

at a safe speed.

Note: Check and set the tire pressure at the

ambient temperature in which you are

intending to drive your vehicle and when the

tires are cold.

Utility vehicles and trucks handle

differently than passenger cars in the

various driving conditions that are

encountered on streets, highways and

off-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are not

designed for cornering at speeds as high

as passenger cars any more than low-slung

sports cars are designed to perform

satisfactorily under off-road conditions.

Note: Check your tire pressures at least

once per month.

Set the pressure for your spare tire to the

highest value given for your vehicle and tire

size combination, if equipped.

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Study your owner's manual and any

Note: The kit may be used as an air

compressor for tire inflation maintenance

when the sealant bottle is not assembled

to the compressor.

supplements for specific information about

equipment features, instructions for safe

driving and additional precautions to

reduce the risk of an accident or serious

injury.

The kit is located under the floor in the

luggage compartment.

How your vehicle differs from

other vehicles

Sport utility vehicles and trucks can differ

from some other vehicles in a few

noticeable ways. Your vehicle may be:

•

Higher - to allow higher load carrying

capacity and to allow it to travel over

rough terrain without getting hung up

or damaging underbody components.

•

Shorter - to give it the capability to

approach inclines and drive over the

crest of a hill without getting hung up

or damaging underbody components.

All other things held equal, a shorter

wheelbase may make your vehicle

quicker to respond to steering inputs

than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase.

A

B

Compressor

Sealant bottle

The kit consists of an air compressor to

inflate the tire and a sealing compound in

a canister that will effectively seal most

punctures caused by nails or similar

objects. This kit will provide a temporary

tire repair allowing you to drive your vehicle

up to 120 mi (200 km) at a maximum

speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) to reach a tire

service location.

•

Narrower - to provide greater

maneuverability in tight spaces,

particularly in off-road use.

As a result of the above dimensional

differences, Sport utility vehicles and

trucks often have a higher center of gravity

and a greater difference in center of gravity

between the loaded and unloaded

condition. These differences that make

your vehicle so versatile also make it

handle differently than an ordinary

passenger car.

Note: Sealant compound contains latex.

Use appropriate precautions to avoid any

allergic reactions.

General Information

TIRESEALANTANDINFLATOR

KIT

Your vehicle may not have a spare wheel

and tire. In these cases it will be supplied

with a temporary mobility kit which will

only repair one damaged tire. Only use the

kit supplied with your vehicle.

WARNING: Failure to follow these

guidelines could result in an increased

risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or

death.

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Punctures larger than 0.24 in (6 mm) may

•

Do not allow the compressor to

not be sealable. Tire sidewall damage

cannot be temporarily repaired.

operate continuously for more than 15

minutes. This will help prevent the

compressor from overheating.

Note: Do note use the kit if you have

severely damaged a tire. Only seal

punctures located within the tire tread with

the kit.

•

Never leave the kit unattended when

it is operating.

•

Keep the kit away from children.

Loss of air pressure may adversely affect

Only use the kit when the ambient

temperature is between -22.0°F

(-30°C) and 157.9°F (70°C).

Only use the sealing compound before

the use-by date which is printed on the

top of sealant bottle.

After sealant use, an authorized Ford

dealer must replace the tire pressure

monitoring system sensor and valve

stem on the wheel.

Operating the kit could cause an

electrical disturbance in radio, CD, and

DVD player operation.

tire performance. For this reason:

•

Drive carefully and avoid abrupt

steering maneuvers.

Periodically monitor tire inflation

pressure in the affected tire; if the tire

is losing pressure, have the vehicle

towed.

•

Read the information in the Tips for

Use of the Kit section to make sure safe

operation of the kit and your vehicle.

•

Note: Do not drive the vehicle above

50 mph (80 km/h).

What to do when a tire is punctured

Note: Do not drive further than 124 mi

(200 km). Drive only to the closest

authorized Ford dealer or tire repair shop to

have your tire inspected.

A tire puncture within the tire's tread area

can be sealed in two stages with the kit.

•

In the first stage, the tire will be

reinflated with a sealing compound

and air. After the tire has been inflated,

you will need to drive the vehicle

approximately 4 mi (6 km) to distribute

the sealant in the tire.

Tips for use of the kit

To ensure safe operation of the kit:

•

Read all instructions and cautions fully.

Before operating the kit, make sure

your vehicle is safely off the road and

away from moving traffic. Switch on

the hazard lights.

•

In the second stage, you will need to

check the tire pressure and adjust, if

necessary, to the vehicle's specified

tire inflation pressure.

•

Always set the parking brake to ensure

the vehicle doesn't move unexpectedly.

Do not remove any foreign objects,

such as nails or screws, from the tire.

When using the kit, if the vehicle is

outdoors or in a well-ventilated area,

leave the engine running so the

compressor does not drain the

vehicle's battery.

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First stage: reinflating the tire with

sealing compound and air

WARNING: Do not stand directly

over the kit while inflating the tire. If you

notice any unusual bulges or

deformations in the tire's sidewall during

inflation, stop and call roadside

assistance.

WARNING: If the tire does not

inflate to the recommended tire pressure

within 15 minutes, stop and call roadside

assistance.

WARNING: Do not run the engine

when operating the air compressor

unless the vehicle is outdoors or in a

well-ventilated area.

WARNING: The power plug may

get hot after use and should be handled

carefully when unplugging.

Park the vehicle in a safe, level and secure

area, away from moving traffic. Turn the

hazard lights on. Apply the parking brake

and turn the engine off. Inspect the flat tire

for visible damage.

Sealant compound contains latex. Use

appropriate precautions to avoid any

allergic reactions.

Do not remove any foreign object that has

pierced the tire. If a puncture is located in

the tire sidewall, stop and call roadside

assistance.

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

Sealant bottle.

Bottle cap.

Orange cap.

On/Off switch.

Power plug with cable.

Pressure release valve.

Protective cap.

Air/Sealant Hose.

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I

J

Speed Restriction Label.

Pressure gauge.

1. Remove the warning label (I) showing

the maximum permissible speed of

50 mph (80 km/h) from the side of the

compressor and place it on the top of

the instrument panel or the center of

the dash in the driver's field of view.

Make sure the label does not obscure

anything important.

2. Pull out the hose (H) and the power

plug with cable (E) from beneath the

kit.

5. Screw the sealant bottle (A) clockwise

into the bottle holder unit fully tight.

3. Unscrew the sealant bottle cap (B). Do

not remove or puncture the seal on the

bottle.

Note: Attaching the sealant bottle to the

compressor pierces the seal. Do not loosen

the bottle as the sealant could escape.

4. Unscrew the orange cap (C).

6. Remove the valve cap from the

damaged tire.

7. Make sure that the compressor switch

(D) is in the OFF position and the

pressure release valve (F) is closed by

turning it fully clockwise.

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8. Pull the protective cap (G) from the

hose (H). Fasten the hose to the tire

valve by turning the connector

clockwise. Tighten the connection

securely.

9. Plug the 12 volt DC power point

connector (E) into the 12 volt DC socket

in the vehicle. See Auxiliary Power

Points (page 127).

10. Start the engine.

11.

Switch the compressor on.

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Note: Some residual sealant fluid may drip

or briefly spray out the hose (H) while you

are disconnecting it. This is normal.

15. Do not remove the sealant bottle

from the compressor. This avoids

leakage of sealant residue.

16. Make sure the kit, the bottle lid and

the orange cap are stored safely in

your vehicle. The kit will be required

again when you check the tire

pressure after driving the vehicle a

short distance.

17. Immediately and cautiously, drive the

vehicle 3.7 mi (6 km) to distribute the

sealant evenly inside the tire. Do not

exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

12. Inflate the tire for no longer than 15

minutes to an inflation pressure of

minimum 26 psi (1.8 bar) and a

18. After 4 mi (6 km), stop and check the

tire pressure.

maximum of 51 psi (3.5 bar). Move

the compressor switch (D) to the OFF

position and check the current tire

pressure with pressure gauge (J).

Note: If you experience any unusual

vibration, ride disturbance or noise while

driving, do not proceed to the second stage

of this operation. Reduce your speed until

you can safely pull off to the side of the road

to call for roadside assistance.

Note: If the tire inflation pressure does not

reach 26 psi (180 kPa) within 15 minutes,

the tire may have suffered excessive

damage, making a temporary repair

impossible. Stop and call roadside

assistance.

Note: When pumping in the sealant through

the tire valve, the pressure may rise up to

87 psi (6 bar) but will drop again after a few

seconds.

Second stage: checking tire

pressure

Check the air pressure of your tires as

follows:

Note: After you have switched the

compressor off, you may hear air escaping

from the damaged tire. This is normal and

can be ignored provided that the specified

minimum tire pressure has been reached.

13. Remove the power plug (E) from the

12-volt power point.

14. Unscrew the hose (H) from the tire

valve and put the protective cap (G)

back in place. Replace the valve cap

on the tire valve.

1. Remove the valve cap from the tire

valve.

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2. Firmly screw the air compressor hose

After using the kit to seal your tire, you will

need to replace the sealant canister and

hose. Sealant canister and hose service

kits can be obtained at an authorized Ford

dealer. Empty sealant canisters may be

disposed of at home. However, canisters

still containing liquid sealant should be

disposed of by your local authorized Ford

dealer or tire dealer, or in accordance with

local waste disposal regulation.

onto the valve stem by turning

clockwise.

3. With the compressor off, the gauge of

the kit will display the tire inflation

pressure.

Note: If you are proceeding from the First

stage: Reinflating the tire with sealing

compound and air section and have injected

sealant in the tire and the pressure is below

20 psi (1.4 bar), stop and call roadside

assistance. If tire pressure is above 20 psi

(1.4 bar), continue to the next step.

TIRE CARE

Information About Uniform

4. If required, turn on the compressor and

adjust the tire to the recommended

inflation pressure shown on the tire

label located on the driver's door or

door jamb area. The tire pressure

should be checked with the

Tire Quality Grading

compressor turned OFF in order to get

an accurate pressure reading.

5. Unscrew the compressor hose from

the valve stem and re-install the valve

cap. Leaving the sealant bottle

attached to the compressor unit, safely

store in your vehicle the tire sealant and

inflator kit, the bottle lid and the orange

cap.

Tire Quality Grades apply to new

pneumatic passenger car tires.

The tire Quality Grades can be

found where applicable on the tire

sidewall between tread shoulder

and maximum section width. For

example: Treadwear 200

What to do after the tire has been

sealed

Note: After the sealing compound has been

used, the maximum vehicle speed is 50 mph

(80 km/h) and the maximum driving

distance is 124 mi (200 km). The sealed tire

should be inspected immediately.

You can check the tire pressure any time

within the 124 mi (200 km) by performing

the procedure from Second stage:

Checking tire pressure.

Regularly check the tire pressure until the

sealed tire is repaired or replaced by a tire

specialist. Before the tire is removed from

the trim, you must inform the tire specialist

that the tire contains sealant.

Traction AA Temperature A.

These Tire Quality Grades are

determined by standards that the

United States Department of

Transportation has set.

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Tire Quality Grades apply to new

Traction AA A B C

pneumatic passenger car tires.

They do not apply to deep tread,

winter-type snow tires,

WARNING: The traction

space-saver or temporary use

spare tires, light truck or LT type

tires, tires with nominal rim

diameters of 10 to 12 inches or

limited production tires as defined

in Title 49 Code of Federal

grade assigned to this tire is

based on straight-ahead braking

traction tests, and does not

include acceleration, cornering,

hydroplaning or peak traction

characteristics.

Regulations Part 575.104 ©)(2).

The traction grades, from highest

to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The

grades represent the tire’s ability

to stop on wet pavement as

measured under controlled

conditions on specified

U.S. Department of

Transportation-Tire quality

grades: The U.S. Department of

Transportation requires Ford

Motor Company to give you the

following information about tire

grades exactly as the government

has written it.

government test surfaces of

asphalt and concrete. A tire

marked C may have poor traction

performance.

Treadwear

The treadwear grade is a

Temperature A B C

comparative rating based on the

wear rate of the tire when tested

under controlled conditions on a

specified government test course.

For example, a tire graded 150

would wear 1½ times as well on

the government course as a tire

graded 100. The relative

WARNING: The

temperature grade for this tire is

established for a tire that is

properly inflated and not

overloaded. Excessive speed,

underinflation, or excessive

loading, either separately or in

combination, can cause heat

buildup and possible tire failure.

performance of tires depends

upon the actual conditions of their

use, however, and may depart

significantly from the norm due to

variations in driving habits, service

practices, and differences in road

characteristics and climate.

The temperature grades are A

(the highest), B and C,

representing the tire’s resistance

to the generation of heat and its

ability to dissipate heat when

tested under controlled conditions

on a specified indoor laboratory

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test wheel. Sustained high

Extra load: A class of P-metric or

Metric tires designed to carry a

heavier maximum load at 42 psi

(2.9 bar). Increasing the inflation

pressure beyond this pressure will

not increase the tire’s load

temperature can cause the

material of the tire to degenerate

and reduce tire life, and excessive

temperature can lead to sudden

tire failure. The grade C

corresponds to a level of

carrying capability.

performance which all passenger

car tires must meet under the

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety

Standard No. 139. Grades B and A

represent higher levels of

kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of

air pressure.

PSI: Pounds per square inch, a

standard unit of air pressure.

performance on the laboratory

test wheel than the minimum

required by law.

Cold tire pressure: The tire

pressure when the vehicle has

been stationary and out of direct

sunlight for an hour or more and

prior to the vehicle being driven for

1 mi (1.6 km).

Recommended inflation

pressure: The cold inflation

pressure found on the Safety

Compliance Certification Label

(affixed to either the door hinge

pillar, door-latch post, or the door

edge that meets the door-latch

post, next to the driver's seating

position) or Tire Label located on

the B-Pillar or the edge of the

driver’s door.

Glossary of Tire Terminology

Tire label: A label showing the

OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes,

recommended inflation pressure

and the maximum weight the

vehicle can carry.

Tire Identification Number

(TIN): A number on the sidewall

of each tire providing information

about the tire brand and

manufacturing plant, tire size and

date of manufacture. Also referred

to as DOT code.

Inflation pressure: A measure

B-pillar: The structural member

at the side of the vehicle behind

the front door.

of the amount of air in a tire.

Standard load: A class of

P-metric or Metric tires designed

to carry a maximum load at 35 psi

(2.41 bar)[36 psi (2.5 bar) for

Metric tires]. Increasing the

inflation pressure beyond this

pressure will not increase the tire’s

load carrying capability.

Bead area of the tire: Area of the

tire next to the rim.

Sidewall of the tire: Area

between the bead area and the

tread.

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Tread area of the tire: Area of

Information on P Type Tires

the perimeter of the tire that

contacts the road when mounted

on the vehicle.

Rim: The metal support (wheel)

for a tire or a tire and tube

assembly upon which the tire

beads are seated.

Information Contained on the

Tire Sidewall

Both U.S. and Canada Federal

regulations require tire

manufacturers to place

standardized information on the

sidewall of all tires. This

information identifies and

describes the fundamental

characteristics of the tire and also

provides a U.S. DOT Tire

Identification Number for safety

standard certification and in case

of a recall.

P215/65R15 95H is an example of

a tire size, load index and speed

rating. The definitions of these

items are listed below. (Note that

the tire size, load index and speed

rating for your vehicle may be

different from this example.)

A. P: Indicates a tire, designated

by the Tire and Rim Association,

that may be used for service on

cars, sport utility vehicles,

minivans and light trucks. Note: If

your tire size does not begin with

a letter, this may mean it is

designated by either the European

Tire and Rim Technical

Organization or the Japan Tire

Manufacturing Association.

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B. 215: Indicates the nominal

Note: You may not find this

information on all tires because it

is not required by federal law.

width of the tire in millimeters

from sidewall edge to sidewall

edge. In general, the larger the

number, the wider the tire.

Letter

rating

Speed rating

C. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio

which gives the tire's ratio of

height to width.

D. R: Indicates a radial type tire.

E. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim

diameter in inches. If you change

your wheel size, you will have to

purchase new tires to match the

new wheel diameter.

F. 95: Indicates the tire's load

index. It is an index that relates to

how much weight a tire can carry.

You may find this information in

your owner’s manual. If not,

contact a local tire dealer.

M

N

Q

R

S

T

U

H

V

W

Y

81 mph (130 km/h)

87 mph (140 km/h)

99 mph (159 km/h)

106 mph (171 km/h)

112 mph (180 km/h)

118 mph (190 km/h)

124 mph (200 km/h)

130 mph (210 km/h)

149 mph (240 km/h)

168 mph (270 km/h)

186 mph (299 km/h)

Note: You may not find this

information on all tires because it

is not required by federal law.

Note: For tires with a maximum

speed capability over 149 mph

(240 km/h), tire manufacturers

sometimes use the letters ZR. For

those with a maximum speed

capability over 186 mph (299

km/h), tire manufacturers always

use the letters ZR.

G. H: Indicates the tire's speed

rating. The speed rating denotes

the speed at which a tire is

designed to be driven for extended

periods of time under a standard

condition of load and inflation

pressure. The tires on your vehicle

may operate at different

conditions for load and inflation

pressure. These speed ratings may

need to be adjusted for the

difference in conditions. The

ratings range from 81 mph

H. U.S. DOT Tire Identification

Number (TIN): This begins with

the letters DOT and indicates that

the tire meets all federal

standards. The next two numbers

or letters are the plant code

designating where it was

(130 km/h) to 186 mph

(299 km/h). These ratings are

listed in the following chart.

manufactured, the next two are

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the tire size code and the last four

*Treadwear The treadwear grade

is a comparative rating based on

the wear rate of the tire when

tested under controlled conditions

on a specified government test

course. For example, a tire graded

150 would wear one and one-half

times as well on the government

course as a tire graded 100.

*Traction: The traction grades,

from highest to lowest are AA, A,

B, and C. The grades represent the

tire's ability to stop on wet

pavement as measured under

controlled conditions on specified

government test surfaces of

asphalt and concrete. A tire

marked C may have poor traction

performance.

numbers represent the week and

year the tire was built. For

example, the numbers 317 mean

the 31st week of 1997. After 2000

the numbers go to four digits. For

example, 2501 means the 25th

week of 2001. The numbers in

between are identification codes

used for traceability. This

information is used to contact

customers if a tire defect requires

a recall.

I. M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow, or

AT: All Terrain, or

AS: All Season.

J. Tire Ply Composition and

Material Used: Indicates the

number of plies or the number of

layers of rubber-coated fabric in

the tire tread and sidewall. Tire

manufacturers also must indicate

the ply materials in the tire and the

sidewall, which include steel,

nylon, polyester, and others.

*Temperature: The temperature

grades are A (the highest), B and

C, representing the tire's

resistance to the generation of

heat and its ability to dissipate

heat when tested under controlled

conditions on a specified indoor

laboratory test wheel.

K. Maximum Load: Indicates the

maximum load in kilograms and

pounds that can be carried by the

tire. Refer to the Safety

M. Maximum Inflation

Pressure: Indicates the tire

manufacturer's maximum

Compliance Certification Label

(affixed to either the door hinge

pillar, door-latch post, or the door

edge that meets the door-latch

post, next to the driver's seating

position), for the correct tire

pressure for your vehicle.

permissible pressure or the

pressure at which the maximum

load can be carried by the tire. This

pressure is normally higher than

the manufacturer's recommended

cold inflation pressure, which can

be found on the Safety

Compliance Certification Label

(affixed to either the door hinge

pillar, door-latch post, or the door

edge that meets the door-latch

L. Treadwear, Traction and

Temperature Grades:

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post, next to the driver's seating

A. LT: Indicates a tire, designated

by the Tire and Rim Association,

that is intended for service on light

trucks.

B. Load Range and Load

Inflation Limits: Indicates the

tire's load-carrying capabilities

and its inflation limits.

C. Maximum Load Dual lb (kg)

at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the

maximum load and tire pressure

when the tire is used as a dual,

defined as four tires on the rear

axle (a total of six or more tires on

the vehicle).

position), or Tire Label which is

located on the B-Pillar or the edge

of the driver’s door. The cold

inflation pressure should never be

set lower than the recommended

pressure on the vehicle label.

The tire suppliers may have

additional markings, notes or

warnings such as standard load,

radial tubeless, etc.

Additional Information

Contained on the Tire Sidewall

for LT Type Tires

D. Maximum Load Single lb

(kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates

the maximum load and tire

pressure when the tire is used as

a single, defined as two tires

(total) on the rear axle.

Information on T Type Tires

T type tires have some additional

information beyond those of P

type tires; these differences are

described below:

T145/80D16 is an example of a

tire size.

Note: The temporary tire size for

your vehicle may be different from

this example. Tire Quality Grades

do not apply to this type of tire.

LT type tires have some additional

information beyond those of P

type tires; these differences are

described below.

Note: Tire Quality Grades do not

apply to this type of tire.

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R: Indicates a radial type tire.

E. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim

diameter in inches. If you change

your wheel size, you will have to

purchase new tires to match the

new wheel diameter.

Location of the Tire Label

You will find a Tire Label

containing tire inflation pressure

by tire size and other important

information located on the B-Pillar

or the edge of the driver door.

Inflating Your Tires

Safe operation of your vehicle

requires that your tires are

properly inflated. Remember that

a tire can lose up to half of its air

pressure without appearing flat.

Every day before you drive, check

your tires. If one looks lower than

the others, use a tire gauge to

check pressure of all tires and

adjust if required.

A. T: Indicates a type of tire,

designated by the Tire and Rim

Association, that is intended for

temporary service on cars,

sport-utility vehicles, minivans and

light trucks.

B. 145: Indicates the nominal

width of the tire in millimeters

from sidewall edge to sidewall

edge. In general, the larger the

number, the wider the tire.

At least once a month and before

long trips, inspect each tire and

check the tire pressure with a tire

gauge (including spare, if

equipped). Inflate all tires to the

inflation pressure recommended

by Ford Motor Company.

C. 80: Indicates the aspect ratio

which gives the tire's ratio of

height to width. Numbers of 70 or

lower indicate a short sidewall.

WARNING:Under-inflation

is the most common cause of

tire failures and may result in

severe tire cracking, tread

separation or blowout, with

unexpected loss of vehicle

D. D: Indicates a diagonal type tire.

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of the driver door. Failure to follow

control and increased risk of

injury. Under-inflation increases

sidewall flexing and rolling

resistance, resulting in heat

buildup and internal damage to

the tire. It also may result in

unnecessary tire stress, irregular

wear, loss of vehicle control and

accidents. A tire can lose up to

half of its air pressure and not

appear to be flat!

the tire pressure

recommendations can cause

uneven treadwear patterns and

adversely affect the way your

vehicle handles.

Maximum Inflation Pressure is

the tire manufacturer's maximum

permissible pressure or the

pressure at which the maximum

load can be carried by the tire. This

pressure is normally higher than

the manufacturer’s recommended

cold inflation pressure, which can

be found on the Safety

You are strongly urged to buy a

reliable tire pressure gauge, as

automatic service station gauges

may be inaccurate. Ford

Compliance Certification Label

(affixed to either the door hinge

pillar, door-latch post, or the door

edge that meets the door-latch

post, next to the driver's seating

position), or Tire Label which is

located on the B-Pillar or the edge

of the driver’s door. The cold

inflation pressure should never be

set lower than the recommended

pressure on the Safety

recommends the use of a digital

or dial-type tire pressure gauge

rather than a stick-type tire

pressure gauge.

Use the recommended cold

inflation pressure for optimum tire

performance and wear.

Under-inflation or over-inflation

may cause uneven treadwear

patterns.

Compliance Certification Label or

Always inflate your tires to the

Ford recommended inflation

pressure even if it is less than the

maximum inflation pressure

Tire Label.

When weather temperature

changes occur, tire inflation

pressures also change. A 10°F

(6°C) temperature drop can

cause a corresponding drop of

1 psi (7 kPa) in inflation pressure.

Check your tire pressures

information found on the tire. The

Ford recommended tire inflation

pressure is found on the Safety

Compliance Certification Label

(affixed to either the door hinge

pillar, door-latch post, or the door

edge that meets the door-latch

post, next to the driver's seating

position), or Tire Label which is

located on the B-Pillar or the edge

frequently and adjust them to the

proper pressure which can be

found on the Safety Compliance

Certification Label or Tire Label.

To check the pressure in your

tire(s):

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1. Make sure the tires are cool,

Note: Some spare tires operate at

a higher inflation pressure than the

other tires. For T-type mini-spare

tires, refer to the Dissimilar spare

wheel and tire assembly

meaning they are not hot from

driving even a mile.

Note: If you are checking tire

pressure when the tire is hot, (for

example, driven more than 1 mile

[1.6 kilometers], never bleed or

reduce air pressure. The tires are

hot from driving and it is normal for

pressures to increase above

information for a description. Store

and maintain at 60 psi (4.15 bar).

For full-size and dissimilar spare

tires, refer to the Dissimilar spare

wheel and tire assembly

information for a description. Store

and maintain at the higher of the

front and rear inflation pressure as

shown on the Tire Label.

6. Visually inspect the tires to

make sure there are no nails or

other objects embedded that

could poke a hole in the tire and

cause an air leak.

recommended cold pressures. A

hot tire at or below recommended

cold inflation pressure could be

significantly under-inflated.

Note: If you have to drive a

distance to get air for your tire(s),

check and record the tire pressure

first and add the appropriate air

pressure when you get to the

pump. It is normal for tires to heat

up and the air pressure inside to go

up as you drive.

7. Check the sidewalls to make

sure there are no gouges, cuts or

bulges.

2. Remove the cap from the valve

on one tire, then firmly press the

tire gauge onto the valve and

measure the pressure.

Inspecting Your Tires and

Wheel Valve Stems

Periodically inspect the tire treads

for uneven or excessive wear and

remove objects such as stones,

nails or glass that may be wedged

in the tread grooves. Check the tire

and valve stems for holes, cracks,

or cuts that may permit air

3. Add enough air to reach the

recommended air pressure.

Note: If you overfill the tire, release

air by pressing on the metal stem

in the center of the valve. Then

recheck the pressure with your tire

gauge.

leakage and repair or replace the

tire and replace the valve stem.

Inspect the tire sidewalls for

4. Replace the valve cap.

cracking, cuts, bruises and other

signs of damage or excessive

wear. If internal damage to the tire

is suspected, have the tire

5. Repeat this procedure for each

tire, including the spare.

demounted and inspected in case

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it needs to be repaired or replaced.

When the tire tread wears down

to the same height as these wear

bars, the tire is worn out and must

be replaced.

For your safety, tires that are

damaged or show signs of

excessive wear should not be used

because they are more likely to

blow out or fail.

Damage

Periodically inspect the tire treads

and sidewalls for damage (such

as bulges in the tread or sidewalls,

cracks in the tread groove and

separation in the tread or

Improper or inadequate vehicle

maintenance can cause tires to

wear abnormally. Inspect all your

tires, including the spare,

frequently, and replace them if

one or more of the following

conditions exist:

sidewall). If damage is observed

or suspected have the tire

inspected by a tire professional.

Tires can be damaged during

off-road use, so inspection after

off-road use is also

Tire Wear

recommended.

Age

WARNING: Tires degrade

over time depending on many

factors such as weather, storage

conditions, and conditions of use

(load, speed, inflation pressure)

the tires experience throughout

their lives.

When the tread is worn down to

1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires

must be replaced to help prevent

your vehicle from skidding and

hydroplaning. Built-in treadwear

indicators, or wear bars, which

look like narrow strips of smooth

rubber across the tread will

appear on the tire when the tread

is worn down to 1/16th of an inch

(2 mm).

In general, tires should be

replaced after six years

regardless of tread wear.

However, heat caused by hot

climates or frequent high loading

conditions can accelerate the

aging process and may require

tires to be replaced more

frequently.

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Tire Replacement

You should replace your spare

tire when you replace the road

tires or after six years due to

aging even if it has not been

used.

Requirements

Your vehicle is equipped with tires

designed to provide a safe ride

and handling capability.

U.S. DOT Tire Identification

Number

WARNING: Only use

replacement tires and wheels

that are the same size, load

index, speed rating and type

(such as P-metric versus

Both United States and Canada

Federal regulations require tire

manufacturers to place

standardized information on the

sidewall of all tires. This

LT-metric or all-season versus

all-terrain) as those originally

provided by Ford. The

information identifies and

describes the fundamental

characteristics of the tire and also

provides a United States DOT Tire

Identification Number for safety

standard certification and in case

of a recall.

recommended tire and wheel

size may be found on either the

Safety Compliance Certification

Label (affixed to either the door

hinge pillar, door-latch post, or

the door edge that meets the

door-latch post, next to the

driver's seating position), or the

Tire Label which is located on

the B-Pillar or edge of the

driver's door. If this information

is not found on these labels, then

you should contact your

This begins with the letters DOT

and indicates that the tire meets

all federal standards. The next

two numbers or letters are the

plant code designating where it

was manufactured, the next two

are the tire size code and the last

four numbers represent the week

and year the tire was built. For

example, the numbers 317 mean

the 31st week of 1997. After 2000

the numbers go to four digits. For

example, 2501 means the 25th

week of 2001. The numbers in

between are identification codes

used for traceability. This

authorized dealer as soon as

possible. Use of any tire or wheel

not recommended by Ford can

affect the safety and

performance of your vehicle,

which could result in an

increased risk of loss of vehicle

control, vehicle rollover, personal

injury and death.

information is used to contact

customers if a tire defect requires

a recall.

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WARNING: To reduce the

WARNING: Always inflate

steel carcass tires with a remote

air fill with the person inflating

standing at a minimum of 12 ft

(3.66 m) away from the wheel

and tire assembly.

risk of serious injury, when

mounting replacement tires and

wheels, you should not exceed

the maximum pressure indicated

on the sidewall of the tire to set

the beads without additional

precautions listed below. If the

beads do not seat at the

Important: Remember to replace

the wheel valve stems when the

road tires are replaced on your

vehicle.

maximum pressure indicated,

re-lubricate and try again.

It is recommended that the two

WARNING: When inflating

the tire for mounting pressures

up to 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater

than the maximum pressure on

the tire sidewall, the following

precautions must be taken to

protect the person mounting the

tire:

front tires or two rear tires

generally be replaced as a pair.

The tire pressure sensors mounted

in the wheels (originally installed

on your vehicle) are not designed

to be used in aftermarket wheels.

The use of wheels or tires not

recommended by Ford Motor

Company may affect the

operation of your tire pressure

monitoring system.

If the tire pressure monitoring

system indicator is flashing, your

tire pressure monitoring system is

malfunctioning. Your replacement

tire might be incompatible with

your TPMS, or some component

of the TPMS may be damaged.

•

Make sure that you have the

correct tire and wheel size.

Lubricate the tire bead and

wheel bead seat area again.

Stand at a minimum of 12 ft

(3.66 m) away from the wheel

and tire assembly.

•

Use both eye and ear

protection.

WARNING:For a mounting

pressure more than 20 psi

(1.38 bar) greater than the

maximum pressure, a Ford

dealer or other tire service

professional should do the

mounting.

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Safety Practices

If you feel a sudden vibration or

ride disturbance while driving, or

you suspect your tire or vehicle

has been damaged, immediately

reduce your speed. Drive with

caution until you can safely pull

off the road. Stop and inspect the

tires for damage.

WARNING: If your vehicle

is stuck in snow, mud or sand, do

not rapidly spin the tires;

spinning the tires can tear the

tire and cause an explosion. A

tire can explode in as little as

three to five seconds.

If a tire is under-inflated, check the

tire for damage. If the tire is not

damaged, inflate it to the

WARNING: Do not spin the

wheels at over 34 mph

recommended tire pressure.

(55 km/h). The tires may fail and

injure a passenger or bystander.

If a tire is damaged, have it

replaced immediately. If your

vehicle has a spare wheel, fit the

spare wheel immediately and

have the damaged tire replaced

as soon as possible. If your vehicle

does not have a spare wheel, it

has a temporary mobility kit.

Driving habits have a great deal

to do with your tire mileage and

safety.

Observe posted speed limits.

Avoid fast starts, stops and turns.

Tire and Wheel Alignment

Avoid potholes and objects on the

A bad jolt from hitting a curb or

pothole can cause the front end

of your vehicle to become

road.

Do not run over curbs or hit the tire

against a curb when parking.

misaligned or cause damage to

your tires. If your vehicle seems to

pull to one side when you are

driving, the wheels may be out of

alignment. Have an authorized

dealer check the wheel alignment

periodically.

Highway Hazards

No matter how carefully you drive

there is always the possibility that

you may eventually have a flat tire

on the highway. Drive slowly to the

closest safe area out of traffic.

This may further damage the flat

tire, but your safety is more

important.

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Wheel misalignment in the front

Note: Your vehicle may be

equipped with a dissimilar spare

wheel and tire assembly. A

dissimilar spare wheel and tire

assembly is defined as a spare

wheel and tire assembly that is

different in brand, size or

or the rear can cause uneven and

rapid treadwear of your tires and

should be corrected by an

authorized dealer. Front-wheel

drive vehicles and those with an

independent rear suspension (if

equipped) may require alignment

of all four wheels.

The tires should also be balanced

periodically. An unbalanced tire

and wheel assembly may result in

irregular tire wear.

appearance from the road tires and

wheels. If you have a dissimilar

spare wheel and tire assembly it is

intended for temporary use only

and should not be used in a tire

rotation.

Note: After having your tires

rotated, inflation pressure must be

checked and adjusted to the

vehicle requirements.

Rotating your tires at the

recommended interval (as

indicated in the Scheduled

Maintenance chapter) will help

your tires wear more evenly,

providing better tire performance

and longer tire life.

Tire Rotation

WARNING: If the tire label

shows different tire pressures for

the front and rear tires and the

vehicle has a tire pressure

monitoring system, then you

need to update the settings for

the system sensors. Always

perform the system reset

procedure after tire rotation. If

you do not reset the system, it

may not provide a low tire

pressure warning when

Front-wheel drive vehicles (front

tires on the left side of the

diagram).

necessary.

Note: If your tires show uneven

wear ask an authorized dealer to

check for and correct any wheel

misalignment, tire imbalance or

mechanical problem involved

before tire rotation.

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Sometimes irregular tire wear can

USING SNOW CHAINS

be corrected by rotating the tires.

USING SUMMER TIRES

Summer tires provide superior

WARNING: Snow tires must be

the same size, load index and speed

rating as those originally provided by

Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not

recommended by Ford can affect the

safety and performance of your vehicle,

which could result in an increased risk of

loss of control, vehicle rollover, personal

injury and death. Additionally, the use of

non-recommended tires and wheels can

cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer

case or power transfer unit failure.

Follow the Ford recommended tire

inflation pressure found on the Safety

Compliance Certification Label (on the

door hinge pillar, door latch post or the

door edge that meets the door latch

post, next to the driver seat), or Tire

Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the

driver door. Failure to follow the tire

pressure recommendations can cause

uneven treadwear patterns and

performance on wet and dry roads.

Summer tires do not have the Mud and

Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on

the tire side wall. Since summer tires do

not have the same traction performance

as All-season or Snow tires, we do not

recommend using summer tires when

temperatures drop to about 45°F (7°C) or

below (depending on tire wear and

environmental conditions) or in snow and

ice conditions. Like any tire, summer tire

performance is affected by tire wear and

environmental conditions. If you must drive

in those conditions, we recommend using

Mud and Snow (M+S, M/S), All-season or

Snow tires.

Always store your summer tires indoors at

temperatures above 19°F (-7°C). The

rubber compounds used in these tires lose

flexibility and may develop surface cracks

in the tread area at temperatures below

19°F (-7°C). If the tires have been

adversely affect the way your vehicle

handles.

subjected to 19°F (-7°C) or less, warm

them in a heated space to at least 41°F

(5°C) for at least 24 hours before installing

them on a vehicle, or moving the vehicle

with the tires installed, or checking tire

inflation. Do not place tires near heaters

or heating devices used to warm the room

where the tires are stored. Do not apply

heat or blow heated air directly on the tires.

Always inspect the tires after storage

periods and before use.

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The tires on your vehicle may have

•

Remove the chains or cables when they

all-weather treads to provide traction in

rain and snow. However, in some climates

you may need to use snow chains. If you

need to use chains, it is recommended that

steel wheels (of the same size and

are no longer needed. Do not use the

chains or cables on dry roads.

If a temporary spare tire is mounted on

your vehicle, do not use snow chains

on the axle with the temporary spare

tire.

specification) be used, as chains may chip

aluminum wheels. Follow these guidelines

when using traction devices:

If you have any questions regarding snow

tires or snow chains, please contact your

authorized dealer.

•

Use 0.3937 in (10 mm) or less in

dimension as measured on the sidewall

of your tire with 205/60 R16 92H or

205/50 R17 93H XL. Not all S-class

snow chains meet these restrictions.

Chains of this size restriction will

include a tensioning device. (Any

Lincoln or Ford passenger vehicle).

TIREPRESSUREMONITORING

SYSTEM

WARNING: The tire pressure

monitoring system is not a substitute for

manually checking tire pressures. You

should periodically check tire pressures

using a pressure gauge. Failure to

correctly maintain tire pressures could

increase the risk of tire failure, loss of

control, vehicle rollover and personal

injury.

•

The snow chains or cables must be

mounted in pairs on only on the front

axle.

Purchase chains or cables from a

manufacturer that clearly labels body

to tire dimension restrictions.

When installing tire chains or cables,

make sure they are the proper size for

the tires on your vehicle and are

installed according to the chain

manufacturer’s suggestions.

Install cables securely, verifying that

the cables do not extend beyond the

wheel or touch the wheel, any wiring,

brake lining.

Note: You should only use tire sealants in

roadside emergencies as they could cause

damage to the tire pressure monitoring

system sensor.

Note: If the tire pressure monitoring system

sensor becomes damaged, it will not

function.

•

If possible, avoid fully loading your

vehicle.

Each tire, including the spare (if

When driving with snow chains or

cables, do not exceed 30 mph

(48 km/h) or the maximum speed

recommended by the chain

provided), should be checked

monthly when cold and inflated

to the inflation pressure recommended by

the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle

placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If

your vehicle has tires of a different size

than the size indicated on the vehicle

placard or tire inflation pressure label, you

should determine the proper tire inflation

pressure for those tires).

manufacturer; whichever is less.

•

Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains

or cables rub or bang against the

vehicle, stop and retighten them. If this

does not work, remove the chains or

cables and prevent vehicle damage.

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As an added safety feature, your vehicle

This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules and with License exempt RSS

Standards of Industry Canada. Operation

is subject to the following two conditions:

has been equipped with a Tire Pressure

Monitoring System (TPMS) that

illuminates a low tire pressure telltale

when one or more of your tires is

1. This device will not cause harmful

significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,

when the low tire pressure telltale

interference, and

2. This device must accept any

interference received, including

interference that could cause

undesired operation.

illuminates, you should stop and check

your tires as soon as possible, and inflate

them to the proper pressure. Driving on a

significantly under-inflated tire causes the

tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.

Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency

and tire tread life, and could affect the

vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

Note: Changes or modifications not

expressively approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the

user's authority to operate the equipment.

The term "IC:" before the radio certification

number only signifies that Industry Canada

technical specifications were met.

Please note that the TPMS is not a

substitute for proper tire maintenance, and

it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain

correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation

has not reached the level to trigger

illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure

telltale.

Changing Tires With a Tire

Pressure Monitoring System

Your vehicle has also been equipped with

a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate

when the system is not operating properly.

The TPMS malfunction indicator is

combined with the low tire pressure

telltale. When the system detects a

malfunction, the telltale will flash for

approximately one minute and then remain

continuously illuminated. This sequence

will continue upon subsequent vehicle

start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.

When the malfunction indicator is

illuminated, the system will not be able to

detect or signal low tire pressure as

intended. TPMS malfunctions could occur

for a variety of reasons, including the

installation of replacement or alternate

tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent

the TPMS from functioning properly.

Always check the TPMS malfunction

telltale after replacing one or more tires or

wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the

replacement or alternate tires and wheels

allow the TPMS to continue to function

properly.

Note: Each road tire is equipped with a tire

pressure sensor located inside the wheel

and tire assembly cavity. The pressure

sensor is attached to the valve stem. The

pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is

not visible unless the tire is removed. Take

care when changing the tire to avoid

damaging the sensor.

You should always have your tires serviced

by an authorized dealer.

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Check the tire pressure periodically (at

the light is illuminated, your tires are

under-inflated and need to be inflated to

the manufacturer’s recommended tire

pressure. Even if the light turns on and a

short time later turns off, your tire pressure

still needs to be checked.

least monthly) using an accurate tire

gauge. See When Inflating Your Tires in

this chapter.

Understanding Your Tire Pressure

Monitoring System

When Your Temporary Spare Tire is

Installed

When one of your road tires needs to be

replaced with the temporary spare, the

system will continue to identify an issue to

remind you that the damaged road wheel

and tire assembly needs to be repaired and

put back on your vehicle.

To restore the full function of the tire

pressure monitoring system, have the

damaged road wheel and tire assembly

repaired and remounted on your vehicle.

When You Believe Your System is Not

The tire pressure monitoring system

Operating Properly

measures pressure in your road tires and

sends the tire pressure readings to your

vehicle. You can view the tire pressure

readings through the information display.

See General Information (page 93). The

low tire pressure warning light will turn on

if the tire pressure is significantly low. Once

The main function of the tire pressure

monitoring system is to warn you when

your tires need air. It can also warn you in

the event the system is no longer capable

of functioning as intended. See the

following chart for information concerning

your tire pressure monitoring system:

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Low tire pressure

warning light

Possible cause

Customer action required

Make sure tires are at the proper pres-

sure. See Inflating your tires in this

chapter. After inflating your tires to the

manufacturer’s recommended pressure

Tire(s) under-inflated as shown on the Tire Label (located on

the edge of driver’s door or the B-Pillar),

the vehicle must be driven for at least

two minutes over 20 mph (32 km/h)

before the light turns off.

Repair the damaged road wheel and tire

assembly and reinstall it on the vehicle

to restore system function. For a

Spare tire in use

Solid warning light

description on how the system functions,

see When Your Temporary Spare Tire

is Installed in this section.

If the tires are properly inflated and the

spare tire is not in use but the light

TPMS malfunction

remains on, contact your authorized

dealer as soon as possible.

On vehicles with different front and rear

tire pressures, the system must be

Tire rotation without

retrained following every tire rotation.

sensor training

See Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Reset procedure later in this section.

Repair the damaged road wheel and tire

assembly and reinstall it on the vehicle

to restore system function. For a

Spare tire in use

description on how the system functions,

see When Your Temporary Spare Tire

Flashing warning

light

is Installed in this section.

If the tires are properly inflated and the

spare tire is not in use but the light

TPMS malfunction

remains on, contact your authorized

dealer as soon as possible.

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When Inflating Your Tires

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Reset

Procedure

WARNING: Do not use the tire

pressure displayed in the information

display as a tire pressure gauge. Failure

to follow this instruction could result in

personal injury or death.

WARNING: To determine the

required pressure(s) for your vehicle, see

the Safety Compliance Certification

Label (on the door hinge pillar,

door-latch post or the door edge that

meets the door-latch post, next to the

driver seat) or the Tire Label on the

B-Pillar or the edge of the driver door.

When putting air into your tires (such as at

a gas station or in your garage), the tire

pressure monitoring system will not

respond immediately to the air added to

your tires.

It could take up to two minutes of driving

over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the light to turn

off after you have filled your tires to the

recommended inflation pressure.

Note: You need to perform the tire pressure

monitoring system reset procedure after

each tire rotation.

To provide the vehicle's load carrying

capability, some vehicles require different

recommended tire pressures in the front

tires as compared to the rear tires. The tire

pressure monitoring system equipped on

these vehicles is designed to illuminate the

low tire pressure warning light at two

different pressures; one for the front tires

and one for the rear tires.

Since tires need to be rotated to provide

consistent performance and maximum tire

life, the tire pressure monitoring system

needs to know when the tires are rotated

to determine which set of tires are on the

front and which are on the rear. With this

information, the system can detect and

properly warn of low tire pressures.

How Temperature Affects Your Tire

Pressure

The tire pressure monitoring system

monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic

tire. While driving in a normal manner, a

typical passenger tire inflation pressure

could increase about 2–4 psi (14–28 kPa)

from a cold start situation. If the vehicle is

stationary overnight with the outside

temperature significantly lower than the

daytime temperature, the tire pressure

could decrease about 3 psi (21 kPa) for a

drop of 30°F (17°C) in ambient

temperature. This lower pressure value

could be detected by the tire pressure

monitoring system as being significantly

lower than the recommended inflation

pressure and activate the system warning

light for low tire pressure. If the low tire

pressure warning light is on, visually check

each tire to verify that no tire is flat. If one

or more tires are flat, repair as necessary.

Check the air pressure in the road tires. If

any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive

the vehicle to the nearest location where

air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the

tires to the recommended inflation

pressure.

System reset tips:

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•

To reduce the chances of interference

5. Train the tire pressure monitoring

system sensors in the tires using the

following system reset sequence

starting with the left front tire in the

following clockwise order: Left front -

driver side front tire, Right front -

passenger side front tire, Right rear -

passenger side rear tire, Left rear -

driver side rear tire.

6. Remove the valve cap from the valve

stem on the left front tire. Decrease the

air pressure until the horn sounds.

Note: The single horn tone confirms that

the sensor identification code has been

learned by the module for this position. If a

double horn is heard, the reset procedure

was unsuccessful, and you must repeat it.

from another vehicle, perform the

system reset procedure at least 3 ft

(1 m) away from another Ford Motor

Company vehicle undergoing the

system reset procedure at the same

time.

•

Do not wait more than two minutes

between resetting each tire sensor or

the system can time-out and you have

to repeat the entire procedure on all

four wheels.

A double horn sounds indicating the

need to repeat the procedure.

Performing the System Reset Procedure

Read the entire procedure before

attempting.

7. Remove the valve cap from the valve

stem on the right front tire. Decrease

the air pressure until the horn sounds.

8. Remove the valve cap from the valve

stem on the right rear tire. Decrease the

air pressure until the horn sounds.

1. Drive the vehicle above 20 mph

(32 km/h) for at least two minutes,

then park in a safe location where you

can easily get to all four tires and have

access to an air pump.

2. Place the ignition in the off position and

9. Remove the valve cap from the valve

stem on the left rear tire. Decrease the

air pressure until the horn sounds.

Training is complete after the horn

sounds for the last tire trained, driver

side rear tire, the system indicator

stops flashing, and a message shows

in the information display.

10. Turn the ignition off. If two short horn

beeps are heard, the reset procedure

was unsuccessful and you must

repeat it. If after repeating the

procedure and two short beeps are

heard when the ignition is turned to

off, seek assistance from your

authorized dealer.

keep the key in the ignition.

3. Cycle the ignition to the on position

with the engine off.

4. Turn the hazard flashers on then off

three times. You must accomplish this

within 10 seconds. If you successfully

enter the reset mode, the horn sounds

once, the system indicator flashes and

a message shows in the information

display. If this does not occur, please

try again starting at step 2. If after

repeated attempts to enter the reset

mode, the horn does not sound, the

system indicator does not flash and no

message shows in the information

display, seek service from your

authorized dealer.

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11.

Set all four tires to the recommended

edge that meets the door-latch post,

next to the driver seating position or

Tire Label located on the B-Pillar or

the edge of the driver door.

air pressure as indicated on the

Safety Compliance Certification

Label, affixed to either the door hinge

pillar, door-latch post, or the door

LUG NUTS

Lug Nut Torque

WARNING: When you install a wheel, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign

materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel

hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure to secure any fasteners

that attach the rotor to the hub so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces of

the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheel

mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while

your vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of vehicle control, personal injury or death.

Bolt Size

lb.ft (Nm)

M12 x 1.5

M12 x 1.5¹

100 lb.ft (135 Nm)

41 lb.ft (55 Nm)

¹Spare Wheel carrier.

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