Ford Focus (2017 year). Manual — part 30

counting down from 30 seconds. If you do
not intervene within 30 seconds, your
vehicle shuts down. Another message
appears in the information display to
inform you that your vehicle has shut down
in order to save fuel. Start your vehicle as
you normally do.

Automatic Engine Shutdown Override

Note: You cannot permanently switch off
the automatic shutdown feature. When you
switch it off temporarily, it turns on at the
next ignition cycle.

You can stop the shutdown, or reset the
timer, at any point before the 30-second
countdown has expired by doing any of the
following:
•

You can reset the timer by interacting
with your vehicle (such as pressing the
brake pedal or accelerator pedal).

•

You can temporarily switch off the
shutdown feature any time the ignition
is on (for the current ignition cycle
only). Use the information display to
do so. See Information Displays
(page 91).

•

During the countdown before
shutdown, you are prompted to press
OK or RESET (depending on your type
of information display) to temporarily
switch the feature off (for the current
ignition cycle only).

Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary

Vehicles with an Ignition Key

1.

Shift into park (P).

2. Turn the key to position 0.

3. Apply the parking brake.

Vehicles with Keyless Start

1.

Shift into park (P).

2. Press the button once.

3. Apply the parking brake.

Note: This switches off the ignition, all
electrical circuits, warning lamps and
indicators.

Note: If the engine is idling for 30 minutes,
the ignition and engine automatically shut
down.

Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving

WARNING

Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance.

The steering will not lock, but higher effort
will be required. When the ignition is
switched off, some electrical circuits,
including air bags, warning lamps and
indicators may also be off. If the ignition
was turned off accidentally, you can shift
into neutral (N) and re-start the engine.

Vehicles with an Ignition Key

1.

Shift into neutral and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.

2. When your vehicle has stopped, shift

into park (P) and turn the key to
position 0.

3. Apply the parking brake.

Vehicles with Keyless Start

1.

Shift into neutral and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.

2. When your vehicle has stopped, shift

into park (P).

3. Press and hold the button for one

second, or press it three times within
two seconds.

4. Apply the parking brake.

Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes

WARNING

If you smell exhaust fumes inside
your vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer

immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if
you smell exhaust fumes. Carbon
monoxide is present in exhaust fumes.
Take precautions to avoid its dangerous
effects.

Important Ventilating Information

If you stop your vehicle and then leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
•

Open the windows at least 1.0 in
(2.5 cm).

•

Set your climate control to outside air.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

(If

Equipped)

WARNINGS

Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property
damage or serious personal injury.

Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk

of electrical shock.

Do not fully close the hood, or allow
it to drop under its own weight when
using the engine block heater. This

could damage the power cable and may
cause an electrical short resulting in fire,
injury and property damage.

Note: The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below 0°F
(-18°C).

The heater acts as a starting aid by
warming the engine coolant. This allows
the climate control system to respond
quickly. The equipment includes a heater
element (installed in the engine block) and
a wire harness. You can connect the
system to a grounded 120-volt AC
electrical source.

We recommend that you do the following
for a safe and correct operation:
•

Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by
Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be
suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.

•

Use as short an extension cord as
possible.

•

Do not use multiple extension cords.

•

Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord
plug connections are free and clear of
water. This could cause an electric
shock or fire.

•

Make sure your vehicle is parked in a
clean area, clear of combustibles.

•

Make sure the heater, heater cord and
extension cord are firmly connected.

•

Check for heat anywhere in the
electrical hookup once the system has
been operating for approximately 30
minutes.

•

Make sure the system is unplugged and
properly stowed before starting and
driving your vehicle. Make sure the
protective cover seals the prongs of the
block heater cord plug when not in use.

•

Make sure the heater system is
checked for proper operation before
winter.

Using the Engine Block Heater

Make sure the receptacle terminals are
clean and dry prior to use. Clean them with
a dry cloth if necessary.

The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours
of energy per hour of use. The system does
not have a thermostat. It achieves
maximum temperature after
approximately three hours of operation.
Using the heater longer than three hours
does not improve system performance and
unnecessarily uses electricity.

AUTO-START-STOP

(If Equipped)

The system reduces fuel consumption and
CO2 emissions by shutting down the
engine when your vehicle is idling, for
example at traffic lights.

WARNINGS

The engine may restart
automatically if required by the
system.

Switch the ignition off before
opening the hood or performing any
maintenance. Failure to do so may

result in serious injuries due to automatic
engine restart.

Always switch the ignition off before
leaving your vehicle, as the system
may have turned the engine off, but

the ignition will still be on and automatic
restart may occur.

Note: The Auto-Start-Stop indicator
illuminates green when the engine shuts
down. See Warning Lamps and Indicators
(page 87). It flashes amber with a message
when the driver needs to shift to neutral or
press a pedal. See Information Messages
(page 95). If it illuminates grey, the system
is not available.

Using Auto-Start-Stop with a
Manual Transmission

To Stop the Engine

1.

Stop your vehicle.

2. Shift into neutral.

3. Release the clutch and accelerator

pedal.

To Re-Start the Engine

Press the clutch pedal.

Note: To obtain maximum benefit from the
system, move the transmission selector
lever to neutral and release the clutch pedal
during any stop of longer than three
seconds.

Note: Auto-Start-Stop also comes with
stall recovery. If you fully press the clutch
pedal after stalling the engine, the engine
automatically restarts.

Using Auto-Start-Stop with an
Automatic Transmission

To Stop the Engine

1.

Stop your vehicle in drive (D).

2. Release the accelerator pedal.

3. Maintain pressure on the brake pedal.

Note: If your vehicle is in an engine off
Auto-Start-Stop state and you move the
transmission to reverse (R) while the brake
pedal is not pressed, a message will appear
on your instrument cluster. Press the brake
pedal within 10 seconds or you will need to
shift to park (P). A manual restart will be
required.

Note: If the Shift to P, Restart Engine
message appears and the amber
Auto-Start-Stop indicator flashes,
automatic restart is not available. You must
restart your vehicle manually.

To Re-Start the Engine

Release the brake pedal or press the
accelerator pedal.

Limitations of Use

The system may not shut down the engine
under certain conditions, for example:
•

Low engine operating temperature.

•

To maintain the interior climate.

•

The battery charge level is low.

•

The outside temperature is too low or
too high.