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Driving

STARTING

Positions of the ignition

1. Off— locks the gearshift lever

and allows key removal. This

position also shuts the engine and

all electrical accessories off. Note:

In order to switch off the engine

while the vehicle is in motion, shift

to neutral and use the brakes to

bring the vehicle to a safe stop.

After the vehicle has stopped, turn the engine off and shift into park.

Then, turn the key to the accessory or off position.

2. Accessory— allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to

operate while the engine is not running.

3. On— all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key

position when driving.

4. Start— cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine

starts.

Starting your vehicle

This system meets all Canadian interference-causing equipment standard

requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio

noise.

Don’t press the accelerator before or during starting. Only use the

accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine. For more

information on starting the vehicle, refer to Starting the engine in this

chapter.

To avoid potential transmission damage at extremely cold temperatures

(below -20°F [-30°C]), it is recommended that the vehicle be warmed up

to normal operating temperature before driving at highway speeds above

50 mph (80 km/h). Normal operating temperature is normally reached

after 10 minutes of moderate driving or idling.

WARNING: Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce

very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system,

creating the risk of fire or other damage.

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WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass

or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the

engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.

WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in

other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open

the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against

exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions.

WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have

your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you

smell exhaust fumes.

Important safety precautions

When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine. If

the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle

checked.

Before starting the vehicle:

1. Make sure all vehicle occupants buckle their safety belts. For more

information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the Seating

and Safety Restraints chapter.

2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.

If starting a vehicle with an

2

1

automatic transmission:

• Make sure the parking brake is

set.

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• Make sure the gearshift is in P

(Park).

If starting a vehicle with a manual

transmission:

• Make sure the parking brake is

set.

• Push the clutch pedal to the

floor.

3. Turn the key to 3 (on) without

turning the key to 4 (start).

Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and

chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information

regarding the warning lights.

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Starting the engine

1. Turn the key to 3 (on) without

turning the key to 4 (start).

2. Turn the key to 4 (start), then

release the key as soon as the

engine begins cranking. Your vehicle

has a computer assisted cranking

system that assists in starting the

engine. After releasing the key from

the 4 (start) position, the engine may continue cranking for up to

10 seconds or until the vehicle starts.

Note: Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off

position.

3. After idling for a few seconds, release the parking brake, apply the

brake, shift into gear and drive.

Note: If the engine does not start on the first try, turn the key to the off

position, wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again. If the engine still fails to

start, press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again, keeping the

accelerator on the floor until the engine begins to accelerate above

cranking speeds; this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off

in case the engine is flooded with fuel.

Guarding against exhaust fumes

Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid

its dangerous effects.

WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have

your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you

smell exhaust fumes.

Important ventilating information

If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of

time, open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or

air conditioning to bring in fresh air.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)

An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting

and allows the heater/defroster system to respond quickly. If your vehicle

is equipped with this system, your equipment includes a heater element

which is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allows

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the user to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt A/C electrical

source. The block heater system is most effective when outdoor

temperatures reach below 0°F (-18°C).

WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions

could result in property damage or physical injury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use

your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged

(cheater) adapters.

Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations for

proper and safe operation:

• For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord that is product

certified by Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or Canadian Standards

Association (CSA). Use only an extension cord that can be used

outdoors, in cold temperatures, and is clearly marked “Suitable for Use

with Outdoor Appliances.” Never use an indoor extension cord

outdoors; it could result in an electric shock or fire hazard.

• Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord, minimum.

• Use as short an extension cord as possible.

• Do not use multiple extension cords. Instead, use one extension cord

which is long enough to reach from the engine block heater cord to

the outlet without stretching.

• Make certain that the extension cord is in excellent condition (not

patched or spliced). Store your extension cord indoors at

temperatures above 32°F (0°C). Outdoor conditions can deteriorate

extension cords over a period of time.

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with

ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged (cheater) adapters.

Also ensure that the block heater, especially the cord, is in good

condition before use.

• Make sure that when in operation, the extension cord plug/engine

block heater cord plug connection is free and clear of water in order

to prevent possible shock or fire.

• Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear of

all combustibles such as petroleum products, dust, rags, paper and

Driving for Your Ford Fusion 4 Door First Generation (2006-2012)

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