ABS FORD B MAX 2012 1.G Owners Manual

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See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 83).-To start press brake
See Automatic Transmission (page97). See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 83).-To start select N
See Automatic Transmission (page97). See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 83).-Door open apply brake
Stability Control
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Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer as soon as possible.amberABS malfunctionService now
Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer.-ESP malfunctionNext service
See Using Stability Control (page103).-ESP off
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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The pressure in one or more tyres hasdropped. Check as soon as possible.amberCheck Tyre pressures
Permanent malfunction. Have yourvehicle checked by an authoriseddealer.amberTyre pressure sys malfunctionservice required
67Information Displays

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WARNINGS
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Thepressure in an overfilled tank maycause leakage and lead to fuel sprayand fire.
The fuel system may be underpressure. If you hear a hissing soundnear the fuel filler door (Easy Fuelcapless fuel system), do not refuel untilthe sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may sprayout, which could cause serious personalinjury.
Automotive fuels can cause seriousinjury or death if misused ormishandled.
The flow of fuel through a fuel pumpnozzle can produce static electricity,which can cause a fire if fuel ispumped into an ungrounded fuel container.
Fuel ethanol and petrol may containbenzene, which is a cancer-causingagent.
When refuelling always shut theengine off and never allow sparks oropen flames near the filler neck.Never smoke while refuelling. Fuel vapouris extremely hazardous under certainconditions. Care should be taken to avoidinhaling excess fumes.
Observe the following guidelines whenhandling automotive fuel:
•Extinguish all smoking materials andany open flames before refuelling yourvehicle.
•Always turn off the vehicle beforerefuelling.
•Automotive fuels can be harmful orfatal if swallowed. Fuel such as petrolis highly toxic and if swallowed cancause death or permanent injury. If fuelis swallowed, call a doctorimmediately, even if no symptoms areimmediately apparent. The toxiceffects of fuel may not be visible forhours.
•Avoid inhaling fuel vapours. Inhalingtoo much fuel vapour of any kind canlead to eye and respiratory tractirritation. In severe cases, excessive orprolonged breathing of fuel vapour cancause serious illness and permanentinjury.
•Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. Iffuel is splashed in the eyes, removecontact lenses (if worn), flush withwater for 15 minutes and seek medicalattention. Failure to seek propermedical attention could lead topermanent injury.
•Fuels can also be harmful if absorbedthrough the skin. If fuel is splashed onthe skin, clothing or both, promptlyremove contaminated clothing andwash skin thoroughly with soap andwater. Repeated or prolonged skincontact with fuel liquid or vapourcauses skin irritation.
•Be particularly careful if you are taking“Antabuse” or other forms of disulfiramfor the treatment of alcoholism.Breathing petrol vapours, or skincontact could cause an adversereaction. In sensitive individuals, seriouspersonal injury or sickness may result.If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptlywash skin thoroughly with soap andwater. Consult a doctor immediately ifyou experience an adverse reaction.
91Fuel and Refuelling

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WARNING
The system does not relieve you ofyour responsibility to drive with duecare and attention.
Note:Occasional brake noise is normal. Ifa metal-to-metal, continuous grinding orcontinuous squeal sound is present, thebrake linings may be worn-out. If the vehiclehas continuous vibration or shudder in thesteering wheel while braking, have yourvehicle checked by an authorised dealer.
Note:Brake dust may accumulate on thewheels, even under normal drivingconditions. Some dust is inevitable as thebrakes wear. See Cleaning the AlloyWheels (page 154).
Wet brakes result in reduced brakingefficiency. Gently press the brake pedal afew times when driving from a car wash orstanding water to dry the brakes.
Emergency Brake Assist
Emergency brake assist detects when youbrake heavily by measuring the rate atwhich you press the brake pedal. Itprovides maximum braking efficiency aslong as you press the pedal. Emergencybrake assist can reduce stopping distancesin critical situations.
Anti-lock Brake System
This system helps you maintain steeringcontrol and vehicle stability duringemergency stops by keeping the brakesfrom locking.
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
Note:When the system is operating, thebrake pedal will pulse and may travelfurther. Maintain pressure on the brakepedal. You may also hear a noise from thesystem. This is normal.
The ABS will not eliminate the risks when:
•you drive too closely to the vehicle infront of you
•your vehicle is aquaplaning
•you take corners too fast
•the road surface is poor.
PARKING BRAKE
Vehicles With AutomaticTransmission
WARNING
Always set the parking brake fullyand leave your vehicle with thetransmission selector lever inposition P.
Note:If you park your vehicle on a hill andfacing uphill move the transmission selectorlever to position P and turn the steeringwheel away from the kerb.
Note:If you park your vehicle on a hill andfacing downhill move the transmissionselector lever to position P and turn thesteering wheel toward the kerb.
Vehicles With ManualTransmission
Note:If you park your vehicle on a hill andfacing uphill select first gear and turn thesteering wheel away from the kerb.
Note:If you park your vehicle on a hill andfacing downhill select reverse gear and turnthe steering wheel toward the kerb.
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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.
104Parking Aids

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If the level is at the MIN mark, top upimmediately.
Topping Up
WARNINGS
Only top up when the engine is cold.If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutesfor the engine to cool down.
Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is running.
Remove the filler cap.
WARNING
Do not top up further than the MAXmark.
Note:Soak up any spillage with anabsorbent cloth immediately.
Top up with fluid that meets the Fordspecification. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 150).
Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you feela strong resistance.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
WARNING
Do not allow the fluid to touch yourskin or eyes. If this happens, rinse theaffected areas immediately withplenty of water and contact your doctor.
Note:Make sure that the level is betweenthe MIN and the MAX marks.
Note:Coolant expands when it is hot. Thelevel may therefore extend beyond the MAXmark.
If the level is at the MIN mark, add coolantimmediately.
Adding Engine Coolant
WARNINGS
Only add coolant when the engine iscold. If the engine is hot, wait 10minutes for the engine to cool down.
Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is running.
Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is hot. Wait for the engineto cool down.
Undiluted coolant is flammable andmay ignite if spilt on a hot exhaust.
Note:In an emergency, you can add justwater to the cooling system to reach avehicle service station. Have the systemchecked by an authorised dealer as soon aspossible.
Note:Prolonged use of incorrect dilutionof the coolant can cause engine damagefrom corrosion, overheating or freezing.
Note:Do not add coolant further than theMAX mark.
1.Remove the filler cap. Any pressure willescape slowly as you unscrew the cap.
2.Add a 50/50 mixture of coolant andwater using fluid that meets the Fordspecifications. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 150).
3.Replace the filler cap. Turn it until youfeel a strong resistance.
140Maintenance

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WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, collision andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any handheld devicewhile driving, encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possibleand that you become aware of applicablecountry and local laws that may affect useof electronic devices while driving.
When using SYNC:
•Do not operate playing devices if thepower cords or cables are broken, splitor damaged. Carefully place cords andcables where they cannot be steppedon or interfere with the operation ofpedals, seats, compartments or safedriving abilities.
•Do not leave playing devices in yourvehicle during extreme conditions as itcould cause them damage. Refer toyour device's user guide for furtherinformation.
•Do not attempt to service or repair thesystem. See an authorised dealer.
Privacy Information
When a mobile phone is connected toSYNC, the system creates a profile withinyour vehicle that is linked to that mobilephone. This profile is created in order tooffer you more mobile features and tooperate more efficiently. Among otherthings, this profile may contain data aboutyour phone book, text messages (read andunread) and call history. Including thehistory of calls when your mobile phonewas not connected to the system. Inaddition, if you connect a media device,the system creates and retains an index ofsupported media content. The system alsorecords a short development log ofapproximately 10 minutes of all recentsystem activity. The log profile and othersystem data may be used to improve thesystem and help diagnose any problemsthat may occur.
The mobile phone profile, media deviceindex, and development log will remain inyour vehicle unless you delete it and aregenerally accessible only in your vehiclewhen the mobile phone or media player isconnected. If you no longer plan to use thesystem or your vehicle, we recommend youperform a master reset to erase all storedinformation.
System data cannot be accessed withoutspecial equipment and access to yourvehicle's SYNC module. We will not accessthe system data for any purpose other thanas described absent consent, a court order,or where required by law enforcement,other government authorities or other thirdparties acting with lawful authority. Otherparties may seek to access the informationindependently of us. For further privacyinformation, see the sections onemergency assistance.
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A/CSee: Climate Control..........................................68About This Manual...........................................5Protecting the Environment...............................5ABSSee: Brakes............................................................101ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes.................................................................101AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation..............................................7Active City Stop...............................................111General Information............................................111Laser Sensor Information.................................112Using Active City Stop.........................................111Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................38Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control..........................................68Air Vents............................................................68Centre Air Vents....................................................68Side Air Vent..........................................................68AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................35Anti-Theft Alarm............................................35Alarm System........................................................35Arming the Alarm.................................................36Disarming the Alarm............................................37Full and Reduced Guard....................................36Triggering the Alarm............................................36Appendices....................................................225At a Glance..........................................................8Front Exterior Overview........................................8Instrument Panel Overview..............................10Rear Exterior Overview........................................13Vehicle Interior Overview.....................................9Audible Warnings and Indicators.............56Automatic Transmission...................................56Headlamps On......................................................56Key Outside Car....................................................56Low Fuel...................................................................57Seat Belt Minder....................................................57Audio Control...................................................38.....................................................................................38Audio System..................................................171General Information............................................171
Audio System Security................................187Audio Troubleshooting...............................195Audio unit - Vehicles With:AM/FM/CD/Bluetooth..............................177Alternative Frequencies....................................181Automatic Volume Control............................180Autostore Control..............................................180News Broadcasts.................................................181Regional Mode......................................................181Sound Button.......................................................179Station Preset Buttons.....................................179Station Tuning Control......................................179Traffic Information Control.............................180Waveband Button..............................................179Audio unit - Vehicles With:AM/FM/CD...................................................172Alternative Frequencies....................................176Automatic Volume Control.............................175Autostore Control...............................................175News Broadcasts................................................176Regional Mode.....................................................176Sound Button.......................................................174Station Preset Buttons......................................174Station Tuning Control......................................174Traffic Information Control..............................175Waveband Button...............................................174Audio unit - Vehicles With: SonyAM/FM/CD...................................................182Alternative Frequencies...................................186Automatic Volume Control............................186Autostore Control...............................................185Digital Signal Processing.................................186News Broadcasts...............................................186Regional Mode.....................................................187Sound Button......................................................184Station Preset Buttons.....................................184Station Tuning Control.....................................184Traffic Information Control.............................185Waveband Button..............................................184Autolamps........................................................43Automatic Climate Control........................70Temperature Control...........................................72
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