warning light FORD B MAX 2012 1.G User Guide

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POSITION
WARNINGS
Do not recline the seatback too faras this can cause the occupant toslide under the seat belt, resulting inserious injury in the event of a collision.
Sitting improperly, out of position orwith the seatback reclined too far,can result in serious injury or deathin the event of a collision. Always situpright against your seatback, with yourfeet on the floor.
Do not place objects higher than theseatback to reduce the risk of seriousinjury in the event of a collision orduring heavy braking.
When you use them properly, the seat,head restraint, seat belt and airbags willprovide optimum protection in the eventof a collision.
We recommend that you follow theseguidelines:
•Sit in an upright position with the baseof your spine as far back as possible.
•Do not recline the seatback more than30 degrees.
•Adjust the head restraint so that thetop of it is level with the top of yourhead and as far forward as possible.Make sure that you remaincomfortable.
•Keep sufficient distance betweenyourself and the steering wheel. Werecommend a minimum of 10 inches(25 centimetres) between yourbreastbone and the airbag cover.
•Hold the steering wheel with your armsslightly bent.
•Bend your legs slightly so that you canpress the pedals fully.
•Position the shoulder strap of the seatbelt over the centre of your shoulderand position the lap strap tightly acrossyour hips.
Make sure that your driving position iscomfortable and that you can maintain fullcontrol of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNING
Fully adjust the head restraint beforeyou sit in or operate your vehicle. Thiswill help minimise the risk of neckinjury in the event of a collision. Do notadjust the head restraint when your vehicleis moving.
Adjusting the Head Restraints
Adjust the head restraint so that the topof it is level with the top of your head.
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Note:The ignition, all electrical circuitswarning lamps and indicators will beswitched off.
Manual Transmission
Briefly 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 thevehicle 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
WARNING
Always check that the steering isunlocked before attempting to moveyour vehicle.
Vehicles Without Keyless Starting
To lock the steering wheel:
1.Remove the key from the ignitionswitch.
2.Rotate the steering wheel slightly toengage the lock.
Vehicles With Keyless Starting
Note:The steering wheel lock will notengage when the ignition is on or yourvehicle is moving.
Your vehicle has an electronicallycontrolled steering wheel lock. Thisoperates automatically.
The steering wheel lock will engage aftera short period of time once you haveparked your vehicle and the passive key isoutside of your vehicle.
Unlocking the Steering Wheel
Vehicles With Automatic Transmission
Switch the ignition on or press the brakepedal.
Vehicles With Manual Transmission
Switch the ignition on or press the clutchpedal.
STARTING A PETROL ENGINE
Note:You can only operate the starter fora limited period of time, for example 10seconds. The number of start attempts islimited to approximately six. If you exceedthis limit, the system will not allow you totry again until a period of time has elapsed,for example 30 minutes.
Cold or Hot Engine
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
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Note:For vehicles with start-stop thebattery requirement is different. It must bereplaced by one of exactly the samespecification as the original.
The system reduces fuel consumption andCO2 emissions by shutting down theengine when your vehicle is idling, forexample at traffic lights. The engine willautomatically restart when you press theclutch pedal or when required by a vehiclesystem, for example to recharge thebattery.
To obtain maximum benefit from thesystem, move the transmission selectorlever to neutral and release the clutchpedal during any stop of longer than threeseconds.
Using Start-Stop
WARNINGS
The engine may restartautomatically if required by thesystem.
Switch the ignition off beforeopening the bonnet or carrying outany maintenance.
Always switch the ignition off beforeleaving your vehicle, as the systemmay have shut down the engine butthe ignition will still be live.
Note:The system only operates when theengine is warm and the outside temperatureis between 32°F (0°C) and 86°F (30°C).
Note:If you stall the engine, and thendepress the clutch pedal within a shortperiod of time, the system will automaticallyrestart the engine.
Note:The start-stop indicator willilluminate green when the engine shutsdown. See Warning Lamps and Indicators(page 53).
Note:When the start-stop indicator flashesamber, move the transmission selector leverto neutral or depress the clutch pedal.
Note:If the system detects a malfunction,it will switch off. Have the system checkedby an authorised dealer.
Note:When you switch the system off, theswitch will illuminate.
Note:The system automatically turns onevery time you switch the ignition on. Toswitch the system off, press the switch inthe instrument panel. The system will onlybe switched off for the current ignition cycle.To turn it on, press the switch again. For itemlocation See At a Glance (page 8).
To Stop the Engine
1.Stop your vehicle.
2.Move the transmission selector leverto neutral.
3.Release the clutch pedal.
4.Release the accelerator pedal.
The system may not shut down the engineunder certain conditions, for example:
•To maintain the interior climate.
•Low battery voltage.
•The outside temperature is too low ortoo high.
•The driver's door has been opened.
•Low engine operating temperature.
•Low brake system vacuum.
•If a road speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) hasnot been exceeded.
•The driver's seat belt has not beenfastened.
89Unique Driving Characteristics

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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 tyres 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 authoriseddealer.
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 centre console side panel.
Note:The lever is pink.
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 authorised 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.
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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.
Your vehicle comes with the systemalready enabled. If desired, you can disablethe feature: See General Information(page 58).
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WARNINGS
The system does not relieve you ofyour responsibility to drive with duecare and attention.
If your vehicles has a trailer towmodule not approved by us, thesystem may not correctly detectobstacles.
The sensors may not detect objectsin heavy rain or other conditions thatcause disruptive reflections.
The sensors may not detect objectswith surfaces that absorb ultrasonicwaves.
The system does not detectobstacles moving away from yourvehicle. They will only be detectedshortly after they start to move towardyour vehicle.
Take particular care when reversingwith a tow ball arm or rear fittedaccessories e.g. a bicycle carrier, asthe rear parking aid will only indicate thedistance from the bumper to the obstacle.
If you use a high pressure spray towash your vehicle, only spray thesensors briefly from a distance notless than 8 inches (20 centimetres).
Note:If your vehicle has a tow ball arm, thesystem is switched off automatically whenany trailer lamps (or lighting boards) areconnected to the 13-pin socket via a trailertow module we have approved.
Note:Keep the sensors free from dirt, iceand snow. Do not clean with sharp objects.
Note:The system may emit false tones ifit detects a signal using the same frequencyas the sensors or if your vehicle is fully laden.
Note:The outer sensors may detect theside walls of a garage. If the distancebetween the outer sensor and the side wallremains constant for three seconds, thetone will switch off. As you continue, theinner sensors will detect rearward objects.
PARKING AID
WARNINGS
To help avoid personal injury, readand understand the limitations of thesystem as contained in this section.Sensing is only an aid for some (generallylarge and fixed) objects when moving inreverse on a flat surface at parking speeds.Traffic control systems, inclementweather, air brakes and external motorsand fans may also affect the function ofthe sensing system. This may includereduced performance or a false activation.
To help avoid personal injury, alwaysuse caution when moving in reverseand when using the sensing system.
This system is not designed toprevent contact with small or movingobjects. The system is designed toprovide a warning to assist the driver indetecting large stationary objects to avoiddamaging the vehicle. The system may notdetect smaller objects, particularly thoseclose to the ground.
Certain add-on devices such as largetrailer hitches, bike or surfboard racksand any device that may block thenormal detection zone of the system, maycreate false audible warnings.
Note:Keep the sensors located on thebumper or fascia free from snow, ice andlarge accumulations of dirt. If the sensorsare covered, the system’s accuracy can beaffected. Do not clean the sensors withsharp objects.
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WARNING
The camera may not detect objectsthat are close to your vehicle.
Switch the ignition and the audio unit on.
Press the parking aid switch in theinstrument panel or move the transmissionselector lever to position R (reverse).
The image is displayed on the screen.
The lamp in the switch illuminates whenthe system is switched on.
The camera may not operate correctly inthe following conditions:
•Dark areas.
•Intense light.
•If the ambient temperature increasesor decreases rapidly.
•If the camera is wet, for example in rainor high humidity.
•If the camera's view is obstructed, forexample by mud.
Using the Display
WARNINGS
Obstacles above the camera positionwill not be shown. Inspect the areabehind your vehicle if necessary.
WARNINGS
Marks are for general guidance only,and are calculated for vehicles inmaximum load conditions on aneven road surface.
The lines show the distance from the outeredge of the front tyre plus two inches (51millimetres) and the rear bumper.
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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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IgnitionR1
Cigar lighterR2
Not usedR3
Active city stop relayR4
Not usedR5
Keyless entry (accessory)R6
Keyless entry (ignition)R7
Battery saver relayR8
Heated windscreen left-hand sideR9
Heated windscreen right-hand sideR10
Not usedR11
Not usedR12
CHANGING A FUSE
WARNINGS
Do not modify the electrical systemof your vehicle in any way. Haverepairs to the electrical system andthe replacement of relays and high currentfuses carried out by an authorised dealer.
Switch the ignition and all electricalequipment off before touching orattempting to change a fuse.
Fit a replacement fuse with the samerating as the one you have removed.
Note:You can identify a blown fuse by abreak in the filament.
Note:All fuses, except high current fuses,are a push fit.
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Bottle holderD
Pressure gaugeE
Power plug with cableF
Compressor switchG
Repair kit hoseH
Pressure relief valveI
1.Remove the kit from the wrapping.
2.Peel off the label A showing themaximum permissible speed of50 mph (80 km/h) from the sealantbottle and attach it to the instrumentpanel in the driver’s field of view. Makesure the label does not obscureanything important.
3.Take the hose H with the pressure reliefvalve I and the power plug with cableF out of the kit.
4.Connect the hose H with the pressurerelief valve I to the sealant bottle B.
5.Engage the sealant bottle B into thebottle holder D.
6.Remove the valve cap from thedamaged tyre.
7.Screw the sealant bottle hose C firmlyonto the valve of the damaged tyre.
8.Make sure that the compressor switchG is in position 0.
9.Insert the power plug F into the cigarlighter socket or auxiliary power socket.See Cigar Lighter (page 81). SeeAuxiliary Power Points (page 81).
10.Start the engine.
11.Move the compressor switch G toposition 1.
12.Inflate the tyre for no longer than 10minutes to an inflation pressure ofminimum 26 psi (1.8 bar) and amaximum of 51 psi (3.5 bar). Movethe compressor switch G to position0 and check the current tyre pressurewith pressure gauge E.
Note:If a tyre pressure of 26 psi (1.8 bar)is not reached do not continue.
Note:When pumping in the sealant throughthe tyre valve, the pressure may rise up to87 psi (6 bar) but will drop again after about30 seconds.
13.Remove the power plug F from thecigar lighter socket or auxiliary powersocket.
14.Quickly unscrew the hose C from thetyre valve. Fasten the valve cap again.
15.Leave the sealant bottle B in thebottle holder D.
16.Make sure the kit is stored safely, butstill easily accessible in your vehicle.The kit will be required again whenyou check the tyre pressure.
17.Immediately drive approximatelytwo miles (three kilometres) so thatthe sealant can seal the damagedarea.
WARNING
If you experience heavy vibrations,unsteady steering behavior or noiseswhile driving, reduce your speed anddrive with caution to a place where it issafe for you to stop your vehicle. Recheckthe tyre and its pressure. If the tyrepressure is less than 14.7 psi (1 bar) or ifthere are any cracks, bumps or similardamage visible, do not continue drivingwith this tyre.
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