brakes FORD B MAX 2013 1.G Owners Manual

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Hill Start Assist..............................................107
Brakes
General Information....................................109
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes...........................................................109
Parking Brake.................................................109
Stability Control
Principle of Operation...................................111
Using Stability Control..................................111
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation..................................112
Parking Aid.......................................................112
Rear View Camera.........................................114
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation..................................117
Using Cruise Control.....................................117
Driving Aids
Active City Stop..............................................119
Load Carrying
General Information.....................................121
Luggage Anchor Points................................121
Rear Under Floor Storage...........................121
Cargo Nets.......................................................122
Luggage Covers.............................................122
Dog Guard........................................................122
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................124
Tow Ball............................................................125
Towing Points.................................................127
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels -Vehicles With: ManualTransmission..............................................128
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels -Vehicles With: AutomaticTransmission..............................................128
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................130
Cold Weather Precautions........................130
Driving Through Water...............................130
Floor Mats.......................................................130
Roadside Emergencies
Hazard Warning Flashers...........................132
First Aid Kit......................................................132
Warning Triangle...........................................132
Jump-Starting the Vehicle.........................132
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations......................................134
Fuse Specification Chart - Vehicles BuiltUp To: 04-01-2013...................................135
Fuse Specification Chart - Vehicles BuiltFrom: 05-01-2013....................................144
Changing a Fuse...........................................150
Maintenance
General Information....................................152
Opening and Closing the Hood...............152
Under Hood Overview - 1.0LEcoBoost™.................................................154
Under Hood Overview - 1.4L Duratec-16V(Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT(Sigma)........................................................155
Under Hood Overview - 1.5LDuratorq-TDCi/1.6L Duratorq-TDCi(DV) Diesel.................................................156
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.0LEcoBoost™.................................................157
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.4L Duratec-16V(Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT(Sigma)........................................................157
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5LDuratorq-TDCi/1.6L Duratorq-TDCi(DV) Diesel..................................................157
3B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Table of Contents

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine •Oil pressure.
•Power steering.
•Stability control.
When a warning lamp or indicator does notilluminate once you have switched theignition on, it indicates a malfunction. Havethe system checked by an authorizeddealer.
Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Your vehicle willcontinue to have normal braking withoutAnti-lock brake system function.
Brake System Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when youengage the parking brake andthe ignition is on.
WARNING
Reduce your speed gradually andstop your vehicle as soon as it is safeto do so. Use your brakes with care.
If it illuminates when your vehicle ismoving, make sure the parking brake isdisengaged. If the parking brake isdisengaged, this indicates low brake fluidlevel or a brake system malfunction. Havethe system checked by an authorizeddealer immediately.
Coolant Temperature WarningLamp
WARNING
Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level beingcorrect. Have the system checked bya an authorized dealer immediately.
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Stop your vehicleas soon as it is safe to do so and switch theengine off. Check the coolant level. SeeEngine Coolant Check (page 158).
Cruise Control Indicator
It will illuminate when you haveset a speed using the cruisecontrol system. See UsingCruise Control (page 117).
Direction Indicator Warning Lamp
Flashes during operation. Asudden increase in the rate offlashing warns of a failedindicator bulb. See Changing a Bulb(page 162).
Door Ajar Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when you switchthe ignition on and remains on ifany door or the hood is open.
Engine Warning Lamps
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Powertrain Warning Lamp
All Vehicles
If either lamp illuminates when the engineis running, this indicates a malfunction. Theengine will continue to run but it may havelimited power. If it flashes when you aredriving, reduce the speed of your vehicleimmediately. If it continues to flash, avoidheavy acceleration or deceleration. Havethe system checked by an authorizeddealer immediately.
59B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Instrument Cluster

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Note:The ignition, all electrical circuitswarning lamps and indicators will beswitched off.
Manual Transmission
Press the button.
Automatic Transmission
1.Move the transmission selector leverto position P.
2.Press the button.
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Moving
WARNING
Switching off the engine when yourvehicle is still moving will result in aloss of brake and steering assistance.The steering will not lock, but higher effortwill be required. With the ignition switchedoff some electrical circuits, warning lampsand indicators may also be off.
1.Press and hold the button for at leastone second or press it three timeswithin two seconds.
2.Move the transmission selector leverto position N and use the brakes tobring your vehicle to a safe stop.
3.When your vehicle has stopped, movethe transmission selector lever toposition P or N and switch the ignitionoff.
STEERING WHEEL LOCK -
VEHICLES WITHOUT: KEYLESS
ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON
START/PUSH BUTTON START
WARNING
Always check that the steering isunlocked before attempting to moveyour vehicle.
To lock the steering wheel:
1.Remove the key from the ignitionswitch.
2.Rotate the steering wheel slightly toengage the lock.
To unlock the steering wheel:
1.Insert the key in the ignition switch.
2.Turn the key to position I.
Note:You may need to rotate the steeringwheel slightly to assist unlocking if there isa steering wheel load applied.
STEERING WHEEL LOCK -
VEHICLES WITH: KEYLESS
ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON
START/PUSH BUTTON START
Your vehicle has an electronicallycontrolled steering wheel lock thatoperates automatically.
The system will lock the steering wheelafter a short period of time once you haveparked your vehicle and the passive key isoutside your vehicle, or when you lock yourvehicle.
Note:The system will not lock the steeringwheel when the ignition is on or while yourvehicle is moving.
92B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Starting and Stopping the Engine

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Selecting Reverse Gear
Do not engage reverse gear when yourvehicle is moving. This can cause damageto the transmission.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARNINGS
Always set the parking brake fullyand make sure you move thetransmission selector lever toposition P. Switch the ignition off andremove the key whenever you leave yourvehicle.
Do not apply the brake pedal andaccelerator pedal simultaneously.Applying both pedals simultaneouslyfor more than three seconds will limitengine rpm, which may result in difficultymaintaining speed in traffic and could leadto serious injury.
Note:The system performs a series ofchecks when you switch the ignition off. Youmay hear a slight clicking sound. This isnormal.
Selector Lever Positions
ParkP
ReverseR
NeutralN
DriveD
Sport mode and manual shiftingS
Manual shift up+
Manual shift down-
WARNING
Apply the brakes before moving thetransmission selector lever and keepthem applied until you are ready tomove off.
Press the button on the transmissionselector lever to change to each position.
The transmission selector lever positionwill be shown in the information display.
P (Park)
WARNINGS
Move the transmission selector leverto park only when your vehicle isstationary.
104B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Transmission

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WARNING
Do not idle the engine for longperiods of time in drive with thebrakes applied.
Moving Off
1.Release the parking brake.
2.Release the brake pedal and press theaccelerator pedal.
Stopping
1.Release the accelerator pedal andpress the brake pedal.
2.Apply the parking brake.
3.Move the transmission selector leverto N or P.
Kickdown
Press the accelerator pedal fully with thetransmission selector lever in the driveposition to select the next lowest gear foroptimum performance. Release theaccelerator pedal when you no longerrequire kickdown.
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow
Note:Do not rock your vehicle if the engineis not at normal operating temperature ordamage to the transmission may occur.
Note:Do not rock your vehicle for morethan a minute or damage to thetransmission and tires may occur, or theengine may overheat.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow,it may be rocked out by shifting betweenforward and reverse gears, stoppingbetween shifts in a steady pattern. Presslightly on the accelerator in each gear.
Emergency Park Position ReleaseLever
WARNINGS
Do not drive your vehicle until youverify that the brake lamps areworking.
If the parking brake is fully released,but the brake warning lamp remainsilluminated, the brakes may not beworking correctly. See an authorizeddealer.
Use the lever to move the transmissionselector lever from the park position in theevent of an electrical malfunction or if yourvehicle battery has no charge.
1.Apply the parking brake and switch theignition off before performing thisprocedure.
2.Remove the retaining screw.
3.Remove the center console side panel.
106B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Transmission

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4.Apply the brake pedal. Using a suitabletool rotate the lever forward whilepulling the transmission selector leverout of the park position and into theneutral position.
Note:See an authorized dealer as soon aspossible if this procedure is used.
HILL START ASSIST
WARNINGS
The system does not replace theparking brake. When you leave yourvehicle, always apply the parkingbrake and move the transmission selectorlever into position P (Park).
You must remain in your vehicle onceyou have activated the system.
During all times, you are responsiblefor controlling your vehicle,supervising the system andintervening, if required.
If the engine is revved excessively, orif a malfunction is detected, thesystem will be deactivated.
The system makes it easier to pull awaywhen your vehicle is on a slope without theneed to use the parking brake.
When the system is active, your vehicle willremain stationary on the slope for two tothree seconds after you release the brakepedal. This allows you time to move yourfoot from the brake to the acceleratorpedal. The brakes are releasedautomatically once the engine hasdeveloped sufficient drive to prevent yourvehicle from rolling down the slope. Thisis an advantage when pulling away on aslope, (for example from a car park ramp,traffic lights or when reversing uphill intoa parking space).
The system will activate automatically onany slope which can result in significantvehicle rollback.
Using Hill Start Assist
1.Press the brake pedal to bring yourvehicle to a complete standstill. Keepthe brake pedal pressed.
2.If the sensors detect that your vehicleis on a slope, the system will beactivated automatically.
3.When you remove your foot from thebrake pedal, your vehicle will remainon the slope without rolling away forapproximately two or three seconds.This hold time will automatically beextended if you are in the process ofdriving off.
4.Drive off in the normal manner. Thebrakes will be released automatically.
Switching the System On and Off
Note:The system can only be switched onand off for manual transmissions.
Note:Once you have switched off thesystem, it will remain off until you switch iton again.
107B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Transmission

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WARNING
The system does not relieve you ofyour responsibility to drive with duecare and attention.
Note:Occasional brake noise is normal. Ifa metal-to-metal, continuous grinding orcontinuous squeal sound is present, thebrake linings may be worn-out. If the vehiclehas continuous vibration or shudder in thesteering wheel while braking, have yourvehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Note:Brake dust may accumulate on thewheels, even under normal drivingconditions. Some dust is inevitable as thebrakes wear. See Cleaning the AlloyWheels (page 173).
Wet brakes result in reduced brakingefficiency. Gently press the brake pedal afew times when driving from a car wash orstanding water to dry the brakes.
Emergency Brake Assist
Emergency brake assist detects when youbrake heavily by measuring the rate atwhich you press the brake pedal. Itprovides maximum braking efficiency aslong as you press the pedal. Emergencybrake assist can reduce stopping distancesin critical situations.
Anti-lock Brake System
This system helps you maintain steeringcontrol and vehicle stability duringemergency stops by keeping the brakesfrom locking.
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
Note:When the system is operating, thebrake pedal will pulse and may travelfurther. Maintain pressure on the brakepedal. You may also hear a noise from thesystem. This is normal.
The anti-lock braking system will noteliminate the risks when:
•you drive too closely to the vehicle infront of you
•your vehicle is hydroplaning
•you take corners too fast
•the road surface is poor.
PARKING BRAKE
Vehicles With AutomaticTransmission
WARNING
Always set the parking brake fullyand leave your vehicle with thetransmission selector lever inposition P.
Note:If you park your vehicle on a hill andfacing uphill move the transmission selectorlever to position P and turn the steeringwheel away from the curb.
Note:If you park your vehicle on a hill andfacing downhill move the transmissionselector lever to position P and turn thesteering wheel toward the curb.
Vehicles With ManualTransmission
Note:If you park your vehicle on a hill andfacing uphill select first gear and turn thesteering wheel away from the curb.
109B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Brakes

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All Vehicles
Note:Do not press the release button whilepulling the lever up.
To apply the parking brake:
1.Press the foot brake pedal firmly.
2.Pull the parking brake lever up to itsfullest extent.
To release the parking brake:
1.Press the brake pedal firmly.
2.Pull the lever up slightly.
3.Press the release button and push thelever down.
110B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Brakes

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WARNING
The system does not relieve you ofyour responsibility to drive with duecare and attention.
Cruise control allows you to control yourspeed using the switches on the steeringwheel. You can use cruise control whenyou exceed approximately 20 mph (30km/h).
USING CRUISE CONTROL
WARNINGS
Do not use cruise control in heavytraffic, on winding roads or when theroad surface is slippery. This couldresult in loss of vehicle control, seriousinjury or death.
When you are going downhill, yourspeed may increase above the setspeed. The system will not apply thebrakes. Change down a gear to assist thesystem in maintaining the set speed.Failure to do so could result in loss ofvehicle control, serious injury or death.
Note:Cruise control will disengage if yourvehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph(16 km/h) below your set speed whiledriving uphill.
The cruise controls are located on thesteering wheel.
Switching Cruise Control On
Press and release ON.
The indicator will display in theinstrument cluster.
Setting a Speed
1.Accelerate to the desired speed.
2.Press and release SET+.
3.Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.
Changing the Set Speed
•Press and hold SET+ or SET-. Releasethe control when you reach the desiredspeed.
•Press and release SET+ or SET-. Theset speed will change in approximately1 mph (2 km/h) increments.
•Press the accelerator or brake pedaluntil you reach the desired speed. Pressand release SET+.
Canceling the Set Speed
Press and release CAN, or tap the brakepedal. The set speed will not be erased.
117B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Cruise Control

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General Information
WARNINGS
The system does not relieve you ofyour responsibility to drive with duecare and attention.
At all times you are responsible forcontrolling your vehicle, supervisingthe system and intervening ifrequired.
Never look directly into the sensorwith any type of object. There is a riskof eye injury.
If the sensor becomes blocked thesystem may not function.
To achieve full system performance,you must bed the braking system in.See Breaking-In (page 130).
The system performance may varydepending on your vehicle and roadconditions.
The system will not react to vehiclesdriving in a different direction.
The system will not react to bicycles,motorcycles, people or animals.
When the ignition is on the sensorwill constantly transmit a laserbeam.
The system will not operate duringharsh acceleration and steering.
In cold and severe weatherconditions the system may notfunction. Rain, snow, spray and icecan all influence the sensor.
Do not carry out windshield repairsin the immediate area surroundingthe sensor.
WARNINGS
If you install a windshield notapproved by us, the system may notfunction correctly.
If the engine stops after the systemhas been switched on, the hazardwarning flashers will turn on.
The system may not function whendriving around sharp curves.
Note:Keep the windshield free fromobstructions such as bird droppings, insects,snow or ice.
Note:Keep the hood free of ice and snow,otherwise the system may not functioncorrectly.
A sensor is mounted behind the interiorrear view mirror. It continuously monitorsconditions to decide when to intervene.
The system is designed to help you reducelow speed collisions into the rear ofanother vehicle. It will also help you reducethe impact damage or potentially avoidthe collision completely.
The system operates at speeds belowapproximately 19 mph (30 km/h) byapplying the brakes when the sensordetects that a collision is likely.
You must depress the brake pedal toobtain full braking force.
When the system is braking or hasautomatically applied the brakes, amessage will be shown in the informationdisplay.
Using Active City Stop
Switching the System Off and On
Note:The system automatically turns onevery time you switch the ignition on.
119B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Driving Aids