flat tire FORD C MAX HYBRID 2013 2.G Quick Reference Guide

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quick tips 4
hybrid features 5
instrument panel 6 –7
getting started with
your SYnc system 8–9
commonly used
voice commands 10
SYnc with Myford Touch 11–13
function 14
convenience 15
comfort 16–17
parking aids 18
essential information 19
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fuel tips
MaxiMize your Fuel e conoMy
Get the Best Fuel Economy When You Utilize These Few Tips
1. Use smooth acceleration and braking. According to the
United States Department of Energy, aggressive driving
can lower your gas mileage by up to 33 percent at highway
speeds and 5 percent in the city.
2. Carry the bare essentials. The Department of Energy
estimates that an extra 100 pounds in your vehicle could
reduce your fuel economy by up to two percent.
3. Seasonal fuel makes a difference. Winter fuel contains
slightly less energy than summer fuel, so the fuel blend you
fill up with can impact your efficiency.
4. Idling burns fuel, too. You can burn up to half a gallon
(1.9 liters) of fuel per hour while idling. Minimize your
morning warm-up and parking lot waits to get the most out
of filling your tank.
5. Avoid extreme temperatures. Find a shady or sheltered spot
to help keep your lithium-ion battery operating efficiently,
and minimize the amount of energy required to heat or cool
your cabin temperature.
6. Use fewer accessories. Heated seats, the rear defroster, the
air conditioner and other power features draw electrical energy.
When you operate your accessories, you may notice that the
gasoline engine needs to start. Check out your “Accessory
Power” screen in your SmartGauge to see how much electricity
is being used to power your vehicle’s accessories.
7. Check your tires. Proper tire inflation helps you improve
your fuel economy by up to 3.3 percent, according to the
Department of Energy, while underinflation could lower
your fuel economy by 0.3 percent for every 1 psi drop in
pressure of all four tires. Check your vehicle’s door sticker for
recommended cold tire inflation pressure.
*if equipped
Fuel history and coach
Within the information displays, you’ll be able to see how your
driving style directly impacts your fuel economy.
The instant fuel economy gauge provides instant fuel economy,
plus your recent fuel economy averaged over selectable intervals
of 1, 2 or 6 minutes.
The fuel coach gauge can teach you how to improve your fuel
economy by providing feedback on your recent Acceleration,
Braking and Cruising behavior.
ECO Cruise Control *
saves vehicle energy by slowing down
acceleration compared to standard cruise control. Your vehicle
may relax its acceleration temporarily when going uphill. This
feature can be turned on and off through the Driver Assist section
of the Settings menu in the information display.

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essential
information
tire MoBility Kit
C-MAX Hybrid is equipped with a tire
mobility kit that is located under the
front passenger seat. It consists of an
air compressor to reinflate the tire and a
sealing compound in a canister that will
seal most punctures caused by nails or
similar objects. See the Wheels and Tires
section of your Owner’s Manual for
more details.
Fuel t anK capacity/
Fuel inF o
C-MAX Hybrid has a 13.5 gallon (51.1L) fuel
tank capacity in addition to its high-voltage
battery system. Use only UnLeaded fuel or
UnLeaded fuel blended with a maximum
of 15% ethanol. Do not use ethanol
E20 - E85
(E85), diesel, fuel-methanol, leaded fuel
or any other fuel because it could damage
or impair the emission control system.
easy Fuel® systeM
With this system, you simply open the fuel
door, insert the nozzle and begin fueling.
It is self-sealing and therefore protected
against dust, dirt, water, snow and ice. Wait
10 seconds from the time the refueling
nozzle is shut-off until you remove the
nozzle from the vehicle to allow residual
fuel in the nozzle to drain into the tank.
Note When refilling with a portable
container, only use the funnel that comes
with your vehicle. Do not use aftermarket
funnels as they will not work with the
Easy Fuel
system and may cause damage.
Extra funnels can be purchased from your
authorized dealer.
r oadside a ssistance
Your new Ford vehicle comes with
the assurance and support of 24-hour
emergency roadside assistance. To receive
roadside assistance in the United States,
call 1-800-241-3673. In Canada,
call 1-800-665-2006.
toWing your Vehicle
Towing your vehicle behind another vehicle
(such as an RV) may be limited. Refer to
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels in the
Towing chapter of the Owner’s Manual.
tire pressure
Monitoring s ysteM
Your vehicle illuminates a low tire pressure
warning light in your instrument
cluster when one or more of your tires
are significantly underinflated. If this
happens, stop and check your tires as soon
as possible. Inflate them to the proper
pressure. Refer to the Inflating Your Tires
section in the Wheels and Tires chapter of
your Owner’s Manual for more information.
a ctiVe parK assist*
Can detect an available parallel parking space and
automatically steer the vehicle into that space (hands-free)
while you control the accelerator, gearshift and brakes. The
system visually and audibly instructs you to park the vehicle.
» To start active park assist, press the button
located
in the instrument panel below the audio system.
» To stop the parking procedure, grab the steering wheel or
press the control again. For complete information, refer to
the Parking Aids chapter of your Owner’s Manual.
parking aids
the For Ward*
and reVerse*
sensing s ysteMs
Sounds an audible warning
tone if there is an obstacle
near the vehicle’s front or rear
bumpers. As the vehicle moves
closer to the obstacle, the rate
of the warning tone increases in
frequency. See the Parking Aids
chapter in your Owner’s Manual
for complete information on
your vehicle’s sensing systems.
rear VieW
caMera
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Provides a video image of the
area behind the vehicle. The
display automatically appears
in the touchscreen when the
vehicle is in r (Reverse) and
uses colored guides to alert you
of your proximity to objects.
Note Visibility aids do not replace the need to watch where the vehicle is moving.
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for safety information, more details and limitations.
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