ignition FORD B MAX 2012 1.G Owner's Manual

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All active warnings will display first ifapplicable. The system check menu mayappear different based upon equipmentoptions and current vehicle status. Use theup and down arrow buttons to scrollthrough the list.
CLOCK
Type 1
To adjust the clock, switch the ignition onand press buttons H or M on theinformation and entertainment display asnecessary.
Type 2
Note:Use the information display to adjustthe clock. See General Information (page58).
TRIP COMPUTER
Press the button to scroll through thedisplays.
You can reset the trip, averagefuel consumption and averagespeed. Scroll to the requireddisplay, then press and hold the button.
The trip computer includes the followinginformation displays:
Trip Odometer
Registers the distance travelledof individual journeys.
Distance to Empty
Indicates the approximatedistance your vehicle will travelon the fuel remaining in the tank.Changes in driving pattern may cause thevalue to vary.
Average Fuel Consumption
Indicates the average fuelconsumption since the functionwas last reset.
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
Indicates the current fuelconsumption.
Stationary Fuel Consumption
Indicates the current fuelconsumption while stationary.
Average Speed
Indicates the average speedcalculated since the functionwas last reset.
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Vehicle not moving. Close.amberPassenger rear door open
Vehicle not moving. Close.amberBoot open
Vehicle not moving. Close. SeeOpening and Closing the Bonnet(page 134).amberBonnet open
Engine
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
See Starting a Diesel Engine (page86).amberEngine preheating
Engine Immobiliser
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer as soon as possible.redImmobiliser malfunctionService now
Keyless System
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
See Keyless Entry (page 32).amberKey not detected
See Keyless Entry (page 32).amberKey outside car
See Remote Control (page 25).amberKeyBattery lowReplace battery
See Keyless Starting (page 83).amberTurn ignition offUse POWER button
See Keyless Starting (page 83).-To start press brake
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WARNINGS
When folding the seatbacks up,make sure that the belts are visibleto an occupant and not caughtbehind the seat.
Make sure that the seats and theseatbacks are secure and fullyengaged in their catches.
HEATED SEATS
WARNING
People who are unable to feel painto their skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinalcord injury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions,must exercise care when using the heatedseat. The heated seat may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods of time. Do not placeanything on the seat that insulates againstheat, such as a blanket or cushion. Thismay cause the heated seat to overheat.Do not puncture the seat with pins, needlesor other pointed objects. This may damagethe heating element which may cause theheated seat to overheat. An overheatedseat may cause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid is spilled on the seat. Allowthe seat to dry thoroughly.
•Operate the heated seats unless theengine is running. Doing so could drainyour vehicle battery.
For item location: See Climate Control(page 68).
The heated seat will only operate with theignition switched on.
The maximum temperature is reachedafter five or six minutes. It is regulatedthermostatically.
The heated seat will remain on until eitherthe heated seat switch or the ignition isswitched off.
FRONT SEAT ARMREST
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 voltappliances with a maximum current ratingof 20 amps.
After you switch the ignition off the powersupply will only work for a maximum of 30minutes.Note:Do not insert objects other than anaccessory plug into the power point. Thiswill damage the outlet and blow the fuse.
Note:Do not hang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug.
Note:Do not use the power point foroperating a cigar lighter element.
Note:Incorrect use of the power point cancause damage not covered by yourwarranty.
Note:Always keep the power point capsclosed when not in use.
Run the engine for full capacity use of thepower point. To prevent the battery fromlosing charge:
•Do not use the power point longer thannecessary when the engine is notrunning.
•Do not leave devices plugged inovernight or when the vehicle is parkedfor extended periods.
Location
Power points may be found:
•on the rear of the centre console
•on the centre console.
CIGAR LIGHTER
Note:Do not hold the cigar lighter elementpressed in.
Note:If you use the socket when the engineis not running, the battery may lose charge.
Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 voltappliances with a maximum current ratingof 20 amps.
Note:After you switch the ignition off thepower supply will only work for a maximumof 30 minutes.
Note:Use only Ford accessory connectorsor connectors specified for use with SAEstandard sockets.
Press the element in to use the cigarlighter. It will pop out automatically.
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If you disconnect the battery, your vehiclemay exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approximately 5 miles(8 kilometres) after you reconnect it. Thisis because the engine management systemmust realign itself with the engine. You candisregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.
WARNINGS
Extended idling at high enginespeeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine andexhaust system, creating the risk of fire orother damage.
Do not park, idle or drive your vehicleon dry grass or other dry groundcover. The emission system heats upthe engine compartment and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire.
Do not start the engine in a closedgarage or in other enclosed areas.Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Alwaysopen the garage door before you start theengine.
If you smell exhaust fumes insideyour vehicle, have your vehiclechecked by your authorised dealerimmediately. Do not drive your vehicle ifyou smell exhaust fumes.
The powertrain control system meets allCanadian interference-causing equipmentstandard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start the engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator pedal before and duringoperation. Only use the accelerator pedalwhen you have difficulty starting theengine.
IGNITION SWITCH
0(off) - The ignition is off.
Note:When you switch the ignition off andleave your vehicle, do not leave your key inthe ignition. This could cause your vehiclebattery to lose charge.
I (accessory) - Allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio to operatewhile the engine is not running.
Note:Do not leave the ignition key in thisposition for too long to avoid your vehiclebattery losing charge.
II (on) - All electrical circuits operational.Warning lamps and indicators areilluminated.
III (start) - cranks the engine. Release thekey as soon as the engine starts.
KEYLESS STARTING
WARNINGS
The system may not function if thekey is close to metal objects orelectronic devices such as mobilephones.
Always check that the steering wheellock is deactivated beforeattempting to move your vehicle.
Note:The ignition will automatically switchoff when you leave your vehicle unattended.This is to prevent your vehicle batteryrunning out of charge.
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Ignition On
Press the START button once. It is locatedon the instrument panel near the steeringwheel. All electrical circuits andaccessories are operational and thewarning lamps and indicators willilluminate.
Starting With ManualTransmission
Note:Releasing the clutch pedal while theengine is starting will stop the enginecranking and return to ignition on.
1.Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2.Briefly press the button.
Starting With AutomaticTransmission
Note:Releasing the brake pedal while theengine is starting will stop the enginecranking and return to ignition on.
1.Move the transmission selector leverto position P or N.
2.Fully depress the brake pedal.
3.Briefly press the button.
Starting a Diesel Engine
Note:Engine cranking will not commenceuntil the engine glow plug indicator hasextinguished. This may take several secondsin extremely cold conditions.
Failure to Start
All Vehicles
The system will not function if:
•The key frequencies are jammed.
•The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, dothe following.
1.Hold the key next to the steeringcolumn exactly as shown.
2.With the key in this position you canuse the button to switch the ignition onand start your engine.
Manual Transmission
Note:Releasing the clutch pedal while theengine is starting will stop the enginecranking and return to ignition on. Amessage will be shown in the display.
If the engine does not crank when theclutch pedal has been fully depressed andthe button is pressed:
1.Fully depress both the clutch and brakepedals.
2.Press the button until the engine starts.
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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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1.Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2.Start the engine.
Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1.Move the transmission selector leverto position P or N.
2.Start the engine.
All Vehicles
If the engine does not start within 10seconds, wait for a short period and tryagain.
If the engine does not start after threeattempts, wait 10 seconds and follow theflooded engine procedure.
If you have difficulty starting the enginewhen the temperature is below -13°F(-25°C), press the accelerator pedal to themid-way point of its travel and try again.
Flooded Engine
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
1.Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2.Fully depress the accelerator pedal andhold it there.
3.Start the engine.
Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
1.Move the transmission selector leverto position P or N.
2.Fully depress the accelerator pedal andhold it there.
3.Start the engine.
All Vehicles
If the engine does not start, repeat the coldor hot engine procedure.
Engine Idle Speed after Starting
The speed at which the engine idlesimmediately after starting is optimised tominimise vehicle emissions and maximisecabin comfort and fuel economy.
The idle speed will vary depending oncertain factors. These include vehiclecomponent and ambient temperatures aswell as electrical and climate systemdemands.
Failure to Start
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
If the engine does not crank when theclutch pedal has been fully depressed andthe ignition key is turned to position III.
1.Fully depress the clutch and brakepedals.
2.Turn the key to position III until theengine has started.
STARTING A DIESEL ENGINE
Cold or Hot Engine
All Vehicles
Note:When the temperature is below 5°F(-15°C), you may need to crank the enginefor up to 10 seconds.
Note:You can only operate the starter fora limited period of time.
Note:After a limited number of attemptsto start your engine, the system will notallow you to try again until a period of timehas elapsed, for example 30 minutes.
Switch the ignition on and waituntil the glow plug indicator goesoff.
Vehicles With Manual Transmission
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
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1.Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2.Start the engine.
Vehicles With Automatic Transmission
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
Note:Releasing the brake pedal while theengine is starting will stop the enginecranking and return to ignition on.
1.Move the transmission selector leverto position P or N.
2.Fully depress the brake pedal.
3.Start the engine.
Failure to Start
Vehicles With Manual Transmission
If the engine does not crank when theclutch pedal has been fully depressed andthe ignition key is turned to position III.
1.Fully depress the clutch and brakepedals.
2.Turn the key to position III until theengine has started.
DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER
The filter forms part of the emissionsreduction system on your vehicle. It filtersharmful diesel particulates (soot) from theexhaust gas.
Regeneration
WARNINGS
Do not park or idle your vehicle overdry leaves, dry grass or othercombustible materials. Theregeneration process creates very highexhaust gas temperatures and the exhaustwill radiate a considerable amount of heatduring and after regeneration and after youhave switched the engine off. This is apotential fire hazard.
Avoid running out of fuel.
Note:During regeneration at low speed orengine idle, you may smell a hot metallicodour and could notice a clicking metallicsound. This is due to the high temperaturesreached during regeneration and is normal.
Note:After you have switched your engineoff the fans may continue to run for a shortperiod of time.
A normal filter requires periodicreplacement. The diesel particulate filteron your vehicle requires periodicregeneration to maintain its correctfunction. Your vehicle will carry out thisprocess automatically.
If your journeys meet one of the followingconditions:
•You drive only short distances.
•You frequently switch the ignition onand off.
•Your journeys contain a high level ofacceleration and deceleration.
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•Drive your vehicle in more favourableconditions, which you will find at highervehicle speeds in normal driving, on amain road or motorway for a minimumof 20 minutes. This drive may includeshort stops that will not affect theregeneration process.
•Avoid prolonged idling and alwaysobserve speed limits and roadconditions.
•Do not switch the ignition off.
•Select a suitable gear to ideallymaintain engine speed between 1500and 3000 RPM.
SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE
Vehicles With a Turbocharger
WARNING
Do not switch the engine off when itis running at high speed. If you do, theturbocharger will continue runningafter the engine oil pressure has droppedto zero. This will lead to prematureturbocharger bearing wear.
Release the accelerator pedal. Wait untilthe engine has reached idle speed and thenswitch it off.
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