Ford Fusion: General information - Starting the engine - Ford Fusion Owners manualFord Fusion: General information

General points on starting

If the battery has been disconnected thevehicle may exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approx. 8 kilometres(5 miles) after reconnecting the battery.

This is because the engine managementsystem must realign itself with the engine.

Any unusual driving characteristics duringthis period may be disregarded.

Starting the engine by towingor pushing

WARNING:

To prevent damage you must notpush or tow start your vehicle. Usebooster cables and a boosterbattery. See Using booster cables.

    Ignition switch
    Ignition switch positions Position 0 WARNING: Never return the key to the 0position when the vehicle is inmotion. Ignition off. When the key is removed fromthe ignition switch, the steering column ...

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    Good braking practices
    WARNING • Whenever you leave or park your vehicle, always set the parking brake as far as possible and fully engage the vehicle's transaxle into the P (Park) position. If the parking brake ...

    Driver’s Seat Manual Height Adjustment
    LX and EX models The height of your driver’s seat is adjustable. To raise the seat, repeatedly pull up the lever on the outside of the seat cushion. To lower the seat, push the lever down ...

    Clothes hanger (if equipped)
    To use the hanger, pull down the upper portion of hanger. CAUTION Do not hang heavy clothes, because it may damage the hook. ...