Ford Fusion 16 Owners Manual
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3. 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. 278 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Wheels and TiresE144625 E144626 E161567 E144628 E144629 ,QIRUPDWLRQ3URYLGHGE\
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: 279 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Wheels and TiresE175977 ,QIRUPDWLRQ3URYLGHGE\
• 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. 280 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Wheels and TiresE175978 ,QIRUPDWLRQ3URYLGHGE\
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 281 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Wheels and TiresE175979 E175981 ,QIRUPDWLRQ3URYLGHGE\
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. 282 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Wheels and TiresE175982 E175983 ,QIRUPDWLRQ3URYLGHGE\
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. 283 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Wheels and TiresE175984 E175985 E175986 ,QIRUPDWLRQ3URYLGHGE\
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. 284 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Wheels and TiresE175987 E175988 E175989 E175990 ,QIRUPDWLRQ3URYLGHGE\
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 285 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Wheels and TiresE142542 ,QIRUPDWLRQ3URYLGHGE\
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. 286 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Wheels and Tires ,QIRUPDWLRQ3URYLGHGE\
*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 287 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Wheels and Tires ,QIRUPDWLRQ3URYLGHGE\