FORD B MAX 2012 1.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
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
WARNING
Do not use cruise control in heavytraffic, on twisty roads or when theroad surface is slippery.
Switching Cruise Control On
Note:The system is ready for you to set aspeed.
Setting a Speed
Press to store and maintain your currentspeed. The cruise control indicator willilluminate. See Warning Lamps andIndicators (page 53).
Changing the Set Speed
WARNING
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.
Note:If you accelerate by pressing theaccelerator pedal, the set speed will notchange. When you release the acceleratorpedal, your vehicle will return to the speedthat you previously set.
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DecelerateB
Cancelling the Set Speed
Note:The system will no longer controlyour speed. The cruise control indicator willnot illuminate but the system will retain thespeed that you previously set.
You can also press the brake pedal tocancel the set speed.
Resuming the Set Speed
The cruise control indicator will illuminateand the system will attempt to resume thespeed that you previously set.
Switching Cruise Control Off
The system will not retain the speed thatyou previously set. The cruise controlindicator will not illuminate.
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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 Running-In (page 121).
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 windscreen repairsin the immediate area surroundingthe sensor.
WARNINGS
If you install a windscreen 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 bends.
Note:Keep the windscreen free fromobstructions such as bird droppings, insects,snow or ice.
Note:Keep the bonnet 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 is on by default.
Note:In certain situations, it is advisable todisable the system, for example driving offroad when objects may cover thewindscreen.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine You can switch the system off and on usingthe information display. See GeneralInformation (page 58).
Active City Stop Relearning Procedure
Note:When you disconnect the battery, thesystem will go through a relearningprocedure. During this time the system willnot be available.
You must drive your vehicle above 31mph(50 km/h) in a straight line for theprocedure to complete. This proceduremay take several minutes.
Laser Sensor Information
WARNINGS
Invisible laser radiation. Do not viewdirectly with optical instruments(magnifiers). Class 1M laser product.
IEC 60825-1: 1993 + A2:2001.Complies with FDA performancestandards for laser products exceptfor deviation pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated July 26th, 2001.
SpecificationItem
45mWMax average power
33nsPulse duration
905nmWavelength
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNINGS
Use load securing straps to anapproved standard, e.g. DIN.
Make sure that you secure all looseitems properly.
Place luggage and other loads as lowand as far forward as possible withinthe luggage or loadspace.
Do not drive with the tailgate or reardoor open. Exhaust fumes may enteryour vehicle.
Do not exceed the maximum frontand rear axle loads for your vehicle.See Vehicle Identification Plate(page 167).
Do not allow items to contact therear windows.
LUGGAGE ANCHOR POINTS
REAR UNDER FLOOR
STORAGE
Adjustable Load Floor
Vehicles with the standard size spare tyrecan adjust the load floor to two positions.The load floor can be placed on either thehigh or the low position on shelves locatedat the rear of the luggage compartmenttrim.
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Installing and Removing the Net
Installing the Net
1.Raise the rear outer head restraints.See Head Restraints (page 76).
2.Attach the top securing clips to thehead restraint guides.
3.Attach the bottom securing clips to thebottom anchor points.
Removing the Net
1.Raise the rear outer head restraints.See Head Restraints (page 76).
2.Remove the top and bottom securingclips.
LUGGAGE COVERS
WARNING
Do not place objects on the luggagecover.
DOG GUARD
WARNING
Keep a small distance between thedog guard and the rear seats.
1.Attach the dog guard to the upper andlower anchor points. Tighten thehandwheels.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TOWING A TRAILER
WARNINGS
Do not exceed 62 mph (100 km/h).
The rear tyre pressures must beincreased by 3 psi (0.2 bar) abovespecification. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 164).
Do not exceed the maximum grosstrain weight stated on your vehicleidentification plate. See VehicleIdentification Plate (page 167).
Do not exceed the maximumpermissible nose weight, i.e. verticalweight on the tow ball, of 110 pounds(50 kilogrammes).
The electrical system is not suitablefor towing trailers with more thanone rear fog lamp.
Note:Not all vehicles are suitable orapproved to have tow bars fitted. Checkwith your dealer first.
Place loads as low and central to theaxle(s) of the trailer as possible. If you aretowing with an unladen vehicle, the loadin the trailer should be placed toward thenose, within the maximum nose load, asthis gives the best stability.
The stability of your vehicle to trailercombination is very much dependant onthe quality of the trailer.
In high altitude regions above 3 281 feet (1000 metres), the stipulated maximumpermitted gross train weight must bereduced by 10% for every additional 3 281feet (1 000 metres).
Steep Gradients
WARNING
The anti-lock braking system doesnot control the overrun brake on thetrailer.
Change down a gear before you reach asteep downhill gradient.
TOW BALL
WARNINGS
When not in use, always transportthe tow ball arm securely fastenedin the luggage compartment.
Take special care when fitting thetow ball arm as the safety of yourvehicle and the trailer depends onthis.
Do not use any tools for mounting ordismounting the tow ball arm.
Do not modify the trailer coupling.
Do not disassemble or repair the towball arm.
A 13-pin trailer socket and the tow ball armseat are provided under the rear bumper.Turn the trailer socket down through 90degrees until it engages in the end position.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Unlocking the Tow Ball ArmMechanism
1.Remove the protecting cap.
2.Insert the key and turn it clockwise tounlock.
3.Hold the tow ball arm. Pull thehandwheel out and turn it clockwiseuntil it clicks.
Note:The red mark on the handwheel mustalign with the green mark on the tow ball.
4.Release the handwheel. The tow ballarm is unlocked.
Inserting the Tow Ball Arm
WARNING
The tow ball arm may only beinserted when completely unlocked.
Note:Pull out the plug.
1.Insert the tow ball arm vertically andpress it upwards until it engages.
Note:Do not hold your hand near thehandwheel.
Note:The green mark on the handwheelmust align with the green mark on the towball.
2.Turn the key anti-clockwise andremove the key to lock the tow ball.
3.Pull the protecting cap from the keybow and press it onto the lock.
Driving With a Trailer
WARNING
If any of the below conditions cannotbe met, do not use the tow bar andhave it checked by an authoriseddealer.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Before starting your journey, make surethat the tow ball arm is correctly locked.Check that:
•the green marks are aligned
•the handwheel (A) is correctly fitted tothe tow ball arm
•you have removed the key (B)
•the tow ball arm is securely positioned.
Removing the Tow Ball Arm
Note:Unhitch the trailer.
1.Remove the protecting cap. Press thecap into the key bow. Insert the key andunlock.
2.Hold the tow ball arm. Pull thehandwheel out, turn it clockwiseagainst the stop.
3.Remove the tow ball arm.
4.Release the handwheel.
When unlocked in this way, the tow ballarm can be reinserted at any time.
Driving Without a Trailer
WARNING
Never unlock the tow ball arm withthe trailer attached.
Remove the tow ball arm. Insert the pluginto its seat (1).
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