FORD B MAX 2012 1.G Owners Manual
Manufacturer: FORD, Model Year: 2012, Model line: B MAX, Model: FORD B MAX 2012 1.GPages: 256, PDF Size: 19.67 MB
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WARNING
Remove the tow ball arm andprotect the seat with the plug beforesteam cleaning your vehicle.
Keep the system clean. Periodicallylubricate bearings, sliding surfaces, andlocking balls with resin-free grease or oiland the lock with graphite.
In case of loss, replacement keys areavailable from the manufacturer by statingthe number on the lock cylinder.
TOWING POINTS
WARNING
The towing eye has a left-handthread. Turn it anticlockwise toinstall it. Make sure that the towingeye is fully tightened.
Front Towing Eye
Space is provided in the spare wheel well.
You must carry the towing eye in yourvehicle at all times.
Remove the cover and install the towingeye.
Rear Towing Hook
Note:If your vehicle has a tow bar, use thisto tow other vehicles.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS
All Vehicles
WARNINGS
You must switch the ignition on whenyour vehicle is being towed.
The brake and steering assistancewill not operate unless the engine isrunning. Press the brake pedal harderand allow for increased stopping distancesand heavier steering.
Too much tension in the tow ropecould cause damage to your vehicleor the vehicle that is towing.
Do not use a rigid tow bar on thefront towing eye.
When towing your vehicle you mustselect neutral.
Drive off slowly and smoothly withoutjerking the vehicle that is being towed.
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WARNINGS
If a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h) anda distance of 12 miles (20 kilometres)is to be exceeded the drive wheelsmust be lifted clear of the ground.
It is recommended not to tow withthe drive wheels on the ground.However, if it is required to move yourvehicle from a dangerous location, do nottow your vehicle faster than 12 mph (20km/h) or further than 12 miles (20kilometres).
Do not tow your vehicle backward.
In the event of a mechanical failureof the transmission the drive wheelsmust be lifted clear of the ground.
Do not tow your vehicle if theambient temperature is below 32°F(0°C).
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Tyres
WARNING
New tyres need to be run-in forapproximately 300 miles (500kilometres). During this time, youmay experience different drivingcharacteristics.
Brakes and Clutch
WARNING
Avoid heavy use of the brakes andclutch if possible for the first 100miles (150 kilometres) in town andfor the first 1000 miles (1500 kilometres)on motorways.
Engine
WARNING
Avoid driving too fast during the first1000 miles (1500 kilometres). Varyyour speed frequently and changeup through the gears early. Do not labourthe engine.
COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of somecomponents and systems can be affectedat temperatures below -13°F (-25°C).
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
WARNINGS
Drive through water in an emergencyonly and not as part of normaldriving.
WARNINGS
Engine damage can occur if waterenters the air filter.
In an emergency, you can drive your vehiclethrough water to a maximum depth of 8inches (200 millimetres) and at amaximum speed of 6 mph (10 km/h). Youmust take extra care when driving throughflowing water.
When driving in water, maintain a lowspeed and do not stop your vehicle. Afterdriving through water and as soon as it issafe to do so:
•Depress the brake pedal lightly tocheck that the brakes are functioningcorrectly.
•Check that the horn works.
•Check that your vehicle's lamps arefully operational.
•Check the power assistanceof the steering system.
FLOOR MATS
WARNING
Make sure that the floor mat issecured properly using theappropriate fixings, and do notposition the floor mat so that it interfereswith the operation of the pedals.
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Note:Depending on applicable laws andregulations in the country for which yourvehicle was originally built, the hazardwarning flashers may flash if you brakeheavily.
For item location: See At a Glance (page8).
FIRST AID KIT
Space is provided in the luggagecompartment.
WARNING TRIANGLE
Space is provided in the luggagecompartment.
JUMP-STARTING THE VEHICLE
WARNINGS
Do not use fuel lines, engine rockercovers or the intake manifold asgrounding points.
Connect batteries with only the samenominal voltage.
Always use jumper cables withinsulated clamps and adequate sizecable.
Note:Do not disconnect the battery fromyour vehicle’s electrical system.
To Connect the Booster Cables
Flat battery vehicleA
Booster battery vehicleB
Positive connection cableC
Negative connection cableD
1.Position the vehicles so that they donot touch one another.
2.Switch off the engine and any electricalequipment.
3.Connect the positive (+) terminal ofvehicle B with the positive (+) terminalof vehicle A (cable C).
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WARNINGS
Do not connect directly to thenegative (–) terminal of the flatbattery.
Make sure that the cables are clearof any moving parts and fuel deliverysystem parts.
To Start the Engine
1.Run the engine of vehicle B at amoderately high speed.
2.Start the engine of vehicle A.
3.Run both vehicles for a minimum ofthree minutes before disconnecting thecables.
WARNING
Do not switch on the headlampswhen disconnecting the cables. Thepeak voltage could blow the bulbs.
Disconnect the cables in the reverse order.
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Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Passenger's Compartment FuseBox
This fuse box is located behind the glovebox. Open the glove box and empty thecontents. Press the sides inwards andswivel the glove box downward.
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Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Circuits protectedFuse ratingFuse
Anti-lock braking system module40 A1
Anti-lock braking system, electronic stability programmodule30 A1
Cooling system fan high speed60 A2
Cooling system fan40 A3
Cooling system fan low speed30 A3
Heater blower30 A4
Passenger's compartment fuse box supply (battery)60 A5
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Body control module30 A6
Passenger's compartment fuse box supply (ignition)60 A7
Glow plugs60 A8
DPS6 module50 A8
Heated windscreen40 A9
Heated windscreen40 A10
Starter relay30 A11
Main beam left-hand relay10 A12
Main beam right-hand relay10 A13
Run on pump15 A14
Ignition coil20 A15
Powertrain control module, high and low cooling fan15 A16
Heated oxygen sensors (petrol engines)15 A17
Power supply module (diesel engines)20 A17
Not used-18
Air condition controller7.5A19
Not used-20
Not used-21
Lighting control battery supply15 A22
Front fog lamps15 A23
Direction indicators15 A24
Exterior lighting left-hand side15 A25
Exterior lighting right-hand side15 A26
Powertrain control module7.5 A27
Anti-lock braking system, electronic stability program20 A28
Air conditioning clutch10 A29
Not used-30
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Not used-31
Horn, battery saver, keyless vehicle module20 A32
Heated rear window20 A33
Fuel pump relay, diesel fuel heater20 A34
Cat1 alarm system15 A35
Automatic transmission controller7.5A36
Front door module left-hand side25 A37
Front door module right-hand side25 A38
Rear door module left-hand side25 A39
Rear door module right-hand side25 A40
Circuits switchedRelay
Cooling system fanR1
Not usedR2
Powertrain control moduleR3
High beamR4
Not usedR5
Not usedR6
Engine cooling fanR7
StarterR8
Air conditioning clutchR9
Front fog lampsR10
Fuel pump, diesel fuel heaterR11
Reversing lampR12
Heater blowerR13
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Passenger's Compartment Fuse Box - Type 1
Circuits protectedFuse ratingFuse
Ignition, rain sensor, heatedwindscreen7.5 A1
Stop lamps10 A2
Reversing lamp, rear viewcamera7.5 A3
Headlamp levelling7.5 A4
Not used-5
Rear window wiper15 A6
Washer pump15 A7
Not used-8
Passenger's heated seat15 A9
Driver's heated seat15 A10
Not used-11
Airbag module10 A12
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