Ford focus manual 2012

See Changing a Bulb page See Fuel filler flap page See First Aid Kit page See Warning Triangle page See Temporary Mobility Kit page Spare wheel. Wheel brace. If your vehicle has been involved in an accident, have the child restraints checked by properly trained technicians.

Note: Mandatory use of child restraints E varies from country to country. Only child restraints certified to ECE-R See Seats recommended child seats.

Please consult your Dealer for the latest details relating to Ford recommended child seats. Do not install a booster seat or a booster cushion with a seat belt that is slack or twisted. We recommend the use of a top tether or support leg. E 3. Tighten the tether strap in line with the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Page 26 Child Safety E This could adversely affect deployment of the airbags. Extreme Hazard! Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an airbag in front of it!

Use the correct buckle for each seat belt. Do not use a seat belt that is slack or twisted. Do not wear thick clothing. The seat belt must fit tightly around your body to achieve its optimum effect. To raise or lower, press the locking button on the adjuster and move as necessary.

Do not use only the lap strap within a few seconds of each other, or the shoulder strap. Page Occupant Protection Occupant protection Note: The key switch is located in the glove compartment with an airbag deactivation lamp in the overhead console. If the airbag warning lamp illuminates or flashes when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. See Warning Lamps and Indicators page The radio frequency used by your remote control can also be used by Reprogramming the unlocking other short distance radio Page 33 Keys and Remote Controls Remote control without a folding Insert a screwdriver in the position key blade shown and gently push the clip.

Press the clip down to release the battery cover. E Press and hold the pushbuttons on the E edges to release the cover.

Page 34 Keys and Remote Controls 4. Carefully insert the screwdriver in the position shown to open the remote control. Carefully prise out the battery with the screwdriver. Check your vehicle is locked before Double locking with the remote control leaving it unattended.

Press the button twice within three seconds. Page 36 Locks Locking and unlocking Locking the doors individually with confirmation the key Note: If your vehicle has double locking, the Note: If the central locking function fails to direction indicators will flash once after you operate, the doors can be individually locked have activated central locking, followed by using the key in the position shown.

If the locking function is not activated, the vehicle will The keyless entry system may not remain unlocked. Page 38 Locks Two short flashes of the direction Open any door. One long flash of the direction indicators Luggage compartment lid confirms that all the doors and the luggage E 2.

Remove the key blade and insert it into To open all the windows, press and hold the lock. Page 40 Locks To close all the windows, press and hold the remote control lock button for at least three seconds. Press the lock or unlock button to stop the closing function.

The anti-trap function is also active during global closing. Note: The protective flap may be moved gently out of position when the door is open 2. If possible, provide them with the key number from the tag provided with the original keys. You can also obtain additional keys from your Ford Dealer. It is armed Your vehicle may be equipped with one of directly when you lock the vehicle.

If you are using the auxiliary To arm the alarm, lock the vehicle. See heater, direct the air flow towards the Locks page Select the required source on the audio Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the unit.

See Voice control page When the vehicle is slowed to walking speed or is brought to a standstill, the wiper speed will automatically switch to the next lower wiper speed setting.

Whilst the lever is pulled towards the steering wheel the washer will work in conjunction with the wipers. After releasing the lever, the wipers operate for a short time. Rear window washer E Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of E the blade to check for roughness.

E E 2. Position the wiper blade at right angles to the wiper arm. Disengage the wiper blade from the E wiper arm. Switch off the ignition and move the wiper 4. Switch off the ignition. E Both sides Push the lever forward to switch between Page Autolamps If the lights of oncoming vehicles are hidden by obstacles for example guard rails the system may not deactivate the main beam. Always fit Ford Original Parts when replacing headlamp bulbs.

Other bulbs may reduce system performance. See Information has a clear view through the Displays page See Autolamps windscreen. Replacement wiper blades page Page Interior Lamps Lighting The cornering lamps illuminate the inside If you press switch B all lamps remain off of a corner when you are turning.

Press the switch again to reverse. Centre mounted lamp Interior lighting Note: Individual lamps may be switched on Ambient lighting illuminates several areas, for example footwells, cup holders and doors with a single colour and can be switched on and off using the information display menu.

Page Changing A Bulb Lighting Note: When fitting the headlamp, make sure that you reconnect the electrical connector properly. Note: When fitting the headlamp, make sure that you fully engage the headlamp in the lower fixing point. Note: When fitting the headlamp, make sure that the screw is located in the headlamp moulding before you install it.

Remove the headlamp. See Removing a Headlamp page Remove the cover. Disconnect the electrical connector. Release the clip and remove the bulb. E Side Lamp 2. E 4. Remove the bulb holder. Remove the bulb. Note: Position the mirror glass as far inwards as possible. Page Rear Lamps - 5 Door Lighting Insert your fingers into the gap between the mirror housing and the mirror glass and pull gently to remove the mirror glass.

Remove the lamp. E Note: You cannot separate the fog lamp E bulb from the bulb holder. Page 63 Lighting E E 5. Remove the wing nuts and detach the clip. Gently press the bulb into the bulb 3. Brake lamp B. Reversing lamp C. Page 64 Lighting 6. Gently press the bulb into the bulb holder, turn it anti-clockwise and remove it. Tail and fog lamp B. Direction indicator Brake and reversing lamp Open the luggage compartment lid. Page 65 Lighting Number plate lamp 3. Remove the wing nut and detach the 2 clips.

Note: These are not serviceable items, 4. Press or Do not operate the electric windows lift it again to stop the windows. Lift the switch again for one more automatically while closing and reverse second. Push and hold the switch until the way. The mirrors will unfold when you unlock the vehicle with the key, the remote control, a keyless entry system request, the driver's interior door handle or starting the engine.

It will not work when you have The system displays a yellow indicator selected reverse gear. The system consists of two radar sensors There may be certain instances when the each located behind the rear wheels system will alert with no vehicle present in Note: Keep the rear bumper area surrounding the sensors free from dirt, ice and snow.

Speedometer Engine coolant temperature gauge Tripmeter reset button Fuel gauge Tachometer Speedometer Engine coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge Tachometer 2. At normal operating temperature, the needle will remain in the centre section. Page Warning Lamps And Indicators Instrument Cluster If the needle enters the red section, the If the engine oil pressure drops below the engine is overheating.

Stop the engine, normal range, the oil pressure gauge switch the ignition off and determine the pointer will drop into the red section of the cause once the engine has cooled down.

Page 76 Instrument Cluster Airbag warning lamp Engine warning lamp If it illuminates when you are If it illuminates with the engine driving, this indicates a running, this indicates a malfunction. Have the system malfunction.

If it flashes when checked by a properly trained technician. See Information Messages page Highlight Information or Warning and press the OK button to switch the While driving, it flashes during chime on and off. After 5. Press the left arrow button to exit the switching on the ignition, if it menu. Page 79 Instrument Cluster Low fuel A warning chime will sound when the remaining fuel is less than approximately 6 litres 1. Seat belt reminder See Seat belt reminder page Various systems on your vehicle can be controlled using the information display Controls controls on the steering column.

Corresponding information is displayed in Press the up and down arrow buttons to the information display. Page 83 Information Displays Menu structure - information and You can access the menu using the entertainment display buttons on the audio or navigation unit. Page 84 Information Displays Menu structure - information and You can access the menu using the entertainment display Information and entertainment display control.

For item location: See At a Glance page Page Information Messages Information Displays Measure units To toggle between metric and imperial units, scroll to this display and press the OK button.

Page 90 Information Displays Battery and charging system Message Message Action indicator Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and Electrical system over switch off the ignition. Have the system checked voltage stop safely by a properly trained technician as soon as possible. Secure transaction. Vehicle Line, Series and Body Type Positions 5 through 7 indicate vehicle line, series and body type.

Add to cart. Once you have ed this manual it is yours to keep forever. You can print out one page, chapter or the whole thing. You can also it to your tablet or smart phone if required. Every repair and service procedure is covered. Looking at the car from outside, you would notice that it closely resembles the Chevy Cruze. The accents and curves add to the style statement it already is. A sharp crease starts from the headlights in the front and run-up to the taillights at the back.

A standard stability control system, front and side airbags, and ABS are what you get on the safety front. The Ford Focus Owners Manual scores well on the crash and safety tests. A rearview camera is also available on some upper trims. So if you are looking for a vehicle that is balanced between comfort, style, and performance, and offers you all the sophistication you need, this might be the ride for you!

Manufacturer Ford Model Focus Year It has stylish looks, five-door practicality, a sweet shifter, great seats, and all the equipment you need at an agreeable price. If the Focus is the best small car on sale today, this SE is the king of kings—at least until the ST arrives.

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