Audible warnings and indicators, Instrument cluster – FORD 2015 Focus User Manual

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It also lights momentarily when you switch
the ignition on to confirm the lamp is
functional. If it does not light when you
switch the ignition on, or begins to flash at
any time, have the system checked by an
authorized dealer.

Low Washer Fluid

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Lights when the windshield
washer fluid is low.

Parking Lamps

Lights when you switch the
parking lamps on.

Service Engine Soon

If the service engine soon
indicator light stays illuminated
after you start the engine, it

indicates that the On Board Diagnostics
system (OBD) has detected a malfunction
of the vehicle emissions control system.
Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD) in
the Fuel and Refueling chapter for more
information about having your vehicle
serviced. See Emission Control System
(page 138).

If the light is blinking, engine misfire is
occurring which could damage your
catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate
fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and
deceleration) and have your vehicle
serviced immediately.

WARNING

Under engine misfire conditions,
excessive exhaust temperatures
could damage the catalytic

converter, the fuel system, interior floor
coverings or other vehicle components,
possibly causing a fire. Have your vehicle
serviced immediately.

The service engine soon indicator light
illuminates when you first switch the
ignition on before engine start to check the
bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle
is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
testing.

Normally, the service engine soon light
stays on until you crank the engine, then
turns itself off if no malfunctions are
present. However, if after 15 seconds the
service engine soon light blinks eight times,
it means that the vehicle is not ready for
I/M testing. See Emission Control
System (page 138).

Stability Control

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Lights when the system is active.
If it remains on or does not light
when you power your vehicle on,

this indicates a malfunction. During a
malfunction, the system turns off. Have
the system checked by an authorized
dealer immediately. See (page 152).

Stability Control Off

Lights when you switch the
system off. It goes out when you
switch the system back on or

when you power off your vehicle. See
(page 152).

AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS

Key in Ignition Warning Chime

Sounds when you open the driver's door
and you have left the key in the ignition.

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