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    Using the yellow cap tool, press the tab
    located on the kit compressor housing
    while pulling up on the sealant canister.
    Installation of the sealant canister to
    the kit 1. Align the sealant canister with the kit
    housing. 2.
    Once aligned, seat the sealant canister
    by lightly pushing down until you hear
    an audible click. 3. Wrap the clear tube around the
    compressor housing.
    Note: If you experience any difficulties with
    the removal or installation of the sealant
    canister, consult your Ford Motor Company
    authorized dealer for assistance. Be sure to check the sealant compound's
    use by date regularly. The use by date is
    on the lower right hand corner of the label
    located on the sealant canister (bottle).
    The sealant canister should be replaced
    after four years of non-use.
    Type 2
    Note:
    The temporary mobility kit contains
    enough sealant compound in the canister
    for one tire repair only. See your authorized
    Ford dealer for replacement sealant
    canisters.
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    							The kit is located under the load floor in
    the trunk. The kit consists of an air
    compressor to re-inflate the tire and a
    canister of sealing compound 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  (200 km) at a
    maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) to
    reach a tire service location. Air compressor (inside)
    A
    Selector switch
    B
    On and off button
    C
    Air pressure gauge
    D
    Sealant bottle and canister
    E
    Dual purpose hose: air and repair
    F
    Tire valve connector
    G
    Accessory power plug
    H Casing/housing
    I
    Bike/raft/sports ball adapters
    J
    General Information WARNING
    Failure to follow these guidelines
    could result in an increased risk of
    loss of vehicle control, injury or death.
    Note:
    Do not use the kit if a tire has become
    severely damaged. Only punctures located
    within the tire tread can be sealed with the
    kit.
    Do not attempt to repair punctures larger
    than ¼ inch (6 millimeters) or damage to
    the tire's sidewall. The tire may not
    completely seal.
    Loss of air pressure may adversely affect
    tire performance. For this reason:
    Note: Do not drive the vehicle above
    50 mph (80 km/h)
    .
    Note: Do not drive further than 
    120 mi
    (200 km). Drive only to the closest
    authorized Ford dealer or tire repair shop to
    have your tire inspected.
    • 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.
    Tips for Use of the Kit
    To ensure safe operation of the kit:
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    Read all instructions and cautions fully.
    • Before operating the kit, make sure
    your vehicle is safely off the road and
    away from moving traffic. Turn on the
    hazard lights.
    • 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, leave the engine
    running (only if the vehicle is outdoors
    or in a well-ventilated area) so the
    compressor does not drain the
    vehicle's battery.
    • Do not allow the compressor to
    operate continuously for more than 15
    minutes. This will help prevent the
    compressor from overheating.
    • Never leave the kit unattended during
    operation.
    • Sealant compound contains latex.
    Those with latex sensitivities should
    use appropriate precautions to avoid
    an allergic reaction.
    • Keep the kit away from children.
    • Only use the kit when the ambient
    temperature is between -22°F (-30°C)
    and 158°F (70°C).
    • Only use the sealing compound before
    the use-by date. The use-by date is on
    a label on the sealant canister and can
    be seen through the rectangular
    viewing window on the bottom of the
    compressor. Check the use-by date
    regularly and replace the canister after
    four years of non-use.
    • Do not store the kit unsecured inside
    the passenger compartment of the
    vehicle as it may cause injury during a
    sudden stop or crash. Always store the
    kit in its original location. •
    After sealant use, the tire pressure
    monitoring system sensor and valve
    stem on the wheel must be replaced
    by an authorized Ford dealer.
    • Operating the kit could cause an
    electrical disturbance in radio, CD, and
    DVD player operation. * When inflation only is required
    for a tire or other objects, the
    selector must be in the Air
    position.
    What to do when a Tire Is
    Punctured
    A tire puncture within the tire's tread area
    can be repaired 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 a
    short distance (about 4 miles [6
    kilometers]) to distribute the sealant
    in the tire.
    • In the second stage, you will need to
    check the tire pressure and adjust, if
    necessary, to the vehicle's specified
    tire inflation pressure.
    First Stage: Reinflating the Tire
    with Sealing Compound and Air WARNINGS
    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. If the tire does not inflate to the
    recommended tire pressure within
    15 minutes, stop and call roadside
    assistance. Do not run the engine during kit
    operation unless the vehicle is
    outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
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    							Preparation: 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.
    1. Remove the valve cap from the tire
    valve.
    2. Unwrap the dual purpose hose (black tube) from the back of the compressor
    housing.
    3. Fasten the hose to the tire valve by turning the connector clockwise.
    Tighten the connection securely. 4. Plug the power cable into the 12-volt
    power point in the vehicle.
    5. Remove the warning sticker found on the casing/housing and place it on the
    top of the instrument panel or the
    center of the dash.
    6. Start the vehicle leave the engine running so the compressor does not
    drain the vehicle ’s battery. 7. Turn dial (A) clockwise to the sealant
    position. Turn the kit on by pressing the
    on/off button (B).
    8. Inflate the tire to the pressure listed on
    the tire label located on the driver's
    door or the door jamb area. The initial
    air pressure gauge reading may indicate
    a value higher than the label pressure
    while the sealing compound is being
    pumped into the tire. This is normal and
    should be no reason for concern. The
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    							pressure gauge reading will indicate
    the tire inflation pressure after about
    30 seconds of operation. The final tire
    pressure should be checked with the
    compressor turned OFF in order to get
    an accurate pressure reading.
    9. When the recommended tire pressure
    is reached, turn off the kit, unplug the
    power cable, and disconnect the hose
    from the tire valve. Re-install the valve
    cap on the tire valve and return the kit
    to the stowage area.
    10. Immediately and cautiously, drive the
    vehicle 4 miles (6 kilometers) to
    distribute the sealant evenly inside
    the tire. Do not exceed 50 mph (80
    km/h).
    11. After 4 miles (6 kilometers), stop and
    check the tire pressure. See Second
    stage: Checking tire pressure. Note:
    If you experience any unusual
    vibration, ride disturbance or noise while
    driving, reduce your speed until you can
    safely pull off to the side of the road to call
    for roadside assistance. Note: Do not
    proceed to the second stage of this
    operation.
    Second Stage: Checking Tire
    Pressure WARNINGS
    If you are proceeding from the First
    Stage: Re-inflating 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),
    continue to the next step. The power plug may get hot after use
    and should be handled carefully
    while unplugging.
    Check the air pressure of your tires as
    follows:
    1. Remove the valve cap from the tire
    valve.
    2. Firmly screw the air compressor hose onto the valve stem by turning
    clockwise.
    3. Push and turn the dial clockwise to the
    air position.
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    							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
    compressor turned OFF in order to get
    an accurate pressure reading.
    5. Unplug the hoses, re-install the valve cap on the tire and return the kit to the
    stowage area.
    What to do after the Tire has been
    Sealed
    After using the kit to seal your tire, you will
    need to replace the sealant canister.
    Sealant canisters and spare parts 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.
    Note: After the sealing compound has been
    used, the maximum vehicle speed is 50 mph
    (80 km/h) and the maximum driving
    distance is 120 mi (200 km). The sealed tire
    should be inspected immediately.
    You can check the tire pressure any time
    within the 120 mi (200 km) by performing
    the steps listed previously in the Second
    stage: Checking Tire Pressure procedure. Removal of the sealant canister from
    the kit 1. Unwrap the dual purpose hose (black
    tube) from the compressor housing. 2. Unwrap the power cord.
    3. Remove the back cover.
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    							4. Rotate the sealant canister up 90
    degrees and pull away from
    casing/housing to remove.
    Installation of the sealant canister to
    the kit
    1. With the canister held perpendicular to the housing, insert the canister
    nozzle into the connector and push
    until seated.
    2. Rotate the canister 90 degrees down into the housing/casing. 3. Snap the back cover back into place. 4. Wrap the dual purpose hose (black
    tube) around the channel on the
    bottom of the housing/casing. 5. Wrap the power cord around the
    housing and stow the accessory power
    plug into its storage area.
    Note: If you experience any difficulties with
    the removal or installation of the sealant
    canister, consult your authorized Ford dealer
    for assistance.
    Be sure to check the sealant compound ’s
    use-by date regularly. The use-by date is
    on a label located on the sealant canister
    and can be seen through the rectangular
    viewing window on the bottom of the kit.
    The sealant canister should be replaced
    after four years of non-use.
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    							TIRE CARE
    Important information for
    235/40R19 low-profile tires
    and wheels If your vehicle is
    equipped with 235/40R19 tires,
    they are low-profile tires. These
    tires and wheels are designed to
    give your vehicle a sport
    appearance. With low-profile tires,
    you may notice an increase in road
    noise and faster tire wear,
    depending on road conditions and
    driving styles. Due to their design,
    low-profile tires and wheels are
    more prone to road damage from
    potholes, rough or unpaved roads,
    car wash rails and curb contact
    than standard tires and wheels.
    Note: Your vehicle ’s warranty does
    not cover these types of damage.
    Tires should always be kept at the
    correct inflation pressures and
    extra caution should be taken when
    operating on rough roads to avoid
    impacts that could cause wheel
    and tire damage.
    Information About Uniform
    Tire Quality Grading Tire Quality Grades apply to new
    pneumatic passenger car tires.
    The Quality grades can be found
    where applicable on the tire
    sidewall between tread shoulder
    and maximum section width. For
    example: 
    Treadwear 200
    Traction AA Temperature A.
    These Tire Quality Grades are
    determined by standards that the
    United States Department of
    Transportation has set.
    Tire Quality Grades apply to new
    pneumatic passenger car tires.
    They do not apply to deep tread,
    winter-type snow tires,
    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
    Regulations Part 575.104 (c)(2).
    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.
    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 1 ½ times as well on
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    							the government course as a tire
    graded 100. The relative
    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.
    Traction AA A B C
    WARNING
    The traction grade assigned
    to this tire is based on
    straight-ahead braking traction
    tests, and does not include
    acceleration, cornering,
    hydroplaning or peak traction
    characteristics. 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. Temperature A B C 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. 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. Sustained high
    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
    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
    performance on the laboratory
    test wheel than the minimum
    required by law.
    Glossary of Tire Terminology
    * Tire label: A label showing the
    original equipment tire sizes,
    recommended inflation pressure
    and the maximum weight the
    vehicle can carry.
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    							*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
    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 set
    pressure. For example: For
    P-metric tires 35 psi (2.4 bar) or
    36 (2.5 bar) depending on tire size
    and for Metric tires 36 psi (2.5
    bar). Increasing the inflation
    pressure beyond this pressure will
    not increase the tire ’s load
    carrying capability.
    *
    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
    carrying capability.
    *
    kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of
    air pressure.
    *
    PSI: Pounds per square inch, a
    standard unit of air pressure.
    *
    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 mile (1.6 kilometers). *
    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.
    *
    B-pillar: The structural member
    at the side of the vehicle behind
    the front door
    * 
    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.
    * 
    Tread area of the tire: Area of
    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 United States and Canada
    Federal regulations require tire
    manufacturers to place
    standardized information on the
    sidewall of all tires. This
    information identifies and
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