Seat FORD B MAX 2012 1.G Owners Manual
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About This Manual...........................................5
Symbols Glossary.............................................5
Replacement PartsRecommendation.........................................7
Mobile CommunicationsEquipment.......................................................7
At a Glance
At a Glance..........................................................8
Child Safety
Installing Child Seats.....................................14
Child Seat Positioning...................................16
Child Safety Locks..........................................19
Seat Belts
Fastening the Seat Belts.............................20
Seat Belt Minder..............................................21
Supplementary RestraintsSystem
Principle of Operation...................................22
Driver Airbag.....................................................22
Passenger Airbag............................................22
Side Airbags.....................................................23
Knee Airbag......................................................24
Side Curtain Airbags.....................................24
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on RadioFrequencies..................................................25
Remote Control...............................................25
Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl...........................................................28
Locks
Locking and Unlocking.................................29
Sliding Door......................................................30
Manual Liftgate................................................31
Keyless Entry....................................................32
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System.........................35
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................35
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................38
Audio Control...................................................38
Voice Control...................................................39
Cruise Control..................................................39
Wipers and Washers
Windscreen Wipers.......................................40
Autowipers.......................................................40
Windscreen Washers.....................................41
Rear Window Wiper and Washers............41
Lighting
Lighting Control..............................................43
Autolamps........................................................43
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................44
Headlamp Exit Delay....................................44
Daytime Running Lamps.............................45
Front Fog Lamps............................................45
Rear Fog Lamps..............................................45
Headlamp Levelling......................................46
Direction Indicators........................................47
Interior Lamps..................................................47
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows.............................................48
Exterior Mirrors................................................49
Interior Mirror...................................................50
Childminder Mirror.........................................50
Global Opening and Closing.......................51
Instrument Cluster
Gauges...............................................................53
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Audible Warnings and Indicators.............56
Information Displays
General Information.....................................58
Clock....................................................................61
Trip Computer..................................................61
Personalised Settings..................................62
Information Messages..................................62
Climate Control
Principle of Operation..................................68
Air Vents............................................................68
Manual Climate Control..............................69
Automatic Climate Control........................70
Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate...........................................................72
Heated Windows and Mirrors....................75
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position....................76
Head Restraints..............................................76
Manual Seats...................................................78
Rear Seats.........................................................79
Heated Seats...................................................80
Front Seat Armrest.......................................80
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points..................................81
Cigar Lighter......................................................81
Storage Compartments
Cup Holders......................................................82
Glasses Holder................................................82
Starting and Stopping theEngine
General Information......................................83
Ignition Switch................................................83
Keyless Starting..............................................83
Steering Wheel Lock.....................................85
Starting a Petrol Engine..............................85
Starting a Diesel Engine..............................86
Diesel Particulate Filter................................87
Switching Off the Engine............................88
Unique Driving Character-istics
Start-Stop........................................................89
Fuel and Refuelling
Safety Precautions.........................................91
Fuel Quality - Petrol......................................92
Fuel Quality - Diesel......................................92
Running Out of Fuel......................................92
Catalytic Converter........................................93
Refuelling..........................................................93
Fuel Consumption.........................................95
Technical Specifications.............................96
Transmission
Manual Transmission....................................97
Automatic Transmission.............................97
Hill Start Assist...............................................99
Brakes
General Information.....................................101
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................101
Parking Brake..................................................101
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................103
Using Stability Control...............................103
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation................................104
Parking Aid......................................................104
Rear View Camera.......................................106
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Thank you for choosing Ford. Werecommend that you take some time toget to know your vehicle by reading thismanual. The more that you know about it,the greater the safety and pleasure youwill get from driving it.
WARNING
Always drive with due care andattention when using and operatingthe controls and features on yourvehicle.
Note:This manual describes productfeatures and options available throughoutthe range, sometimes even before they aregenerally available. It may describe optionsnot fitted to your vehicle.
Note:Some of the illustrations in thismanual may be used for different models,so may appear different to your vehicle.However, the essential information in theillustrations is always correct.
Note:Always use and operate your vehiclein line with all applicable laws andregulations.
Note:Pass on this manual when sellingyour vehicle. It is an integral part of thevehicle.
Protecting the Environment
You must play your part in protecting theenvironment. Correct vehicle usage andthe authorised disposal of waste, cleaningand lubrication materials are significantsteps toward this aim.
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you maysee on your vehicle.
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleumbased
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
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Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seat belt
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
Heated windscreen
Interior luggage compartmentrelease
Jack
Lighting control
Low tyre pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Service engine soon
Side airbag
Stability control
Windscreen wash and wipe
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See Transmission (page 97).A
See Locking and Unlocking (page 29).B
See Power Windows (page 48). See Exterior Mirrors (page 49).C
See Head Restraints (page 76).D
See Fastening the Seat Belts (page 20).E
See Rear Seats (page 79).F
See Manual Seats (page 78).G
See Parking Brake (page 101).H
See Opening and Closing the Bonnet (page 134).I
9At a Glance
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WARNINGS
Use an approved child seat to securechildren less than 59 inches (150centimetres) tall in the rear seat.
Extreme Hazard! Do not use arearward facing child seat on a seatprotected by an air bag in front of it!
Read and follow the manufacturer’sinstructions when you are installinga child seat.
Do not modify child seats in any way.
Do not hold a child on your lap whenyour vehicle is moving.
Do not leave unattended children inyour vehicle.
WARNINGS
If your vehicle has been involved in acollision, have the child seatschecked by an authorised dealer.
Note:Mandatory use of child seats variesfrom country to country.
Only child seats certified to ECE-R44.03(or later) have been tested and approvedfor use in your vehicle. A choice of theseare available from an authorised dealer.
Child Seats for Different MassGroups
Use the correct child seat as follows:
Baby Safety Seat
Secure children that weigh less than 29pounds (13 kilogrammes) in a rearwardfacing baby safety seat (Group 0+) on therear seat.
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Secure children that weigh between 29and 40 pounds (13 and 18 kilogrammes)in a child safety seat (Group 1) on the rearseat.
Booster Seats
WARNINGS
Do not install a booster seat or abooster cushion with only the lapstrap of the seat belt.
Do not install a booster seat or abooster cushion with a seat belt thatis slack or twisted.
Do not put the seat belt under yourchild’s arm or behind their back.
Do not use pillows, books or towelsto boost your child’s height.
Make sure that your children sit in anupright position.
Note:When using a child seat on a rearseat, make sure that the child seat reststightly against your vehicle seat. It may benecessary to lift or remove the headrestraint. See Head Restraints (page 76).
Booster Seat (Group 2)
Secure children that weigh more than 33pounds (15 kilogrammes) but are less than59 inches (150 centimetres) tall in abooster seat or a booster cushion.
We recommend that you use a boosterseat that combines a cushion with abackrest instead of a booster cushion only.The raised seating position will allow youto position the shoulder strap of the adultseat belt over the centre of your child’sshoulder and the lap strap tightly acrosstheir hips.
Booster Cushion (Group 3)
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WARNING
Use an anti-rotation device whenusing the ISOFIX system. Werecommend the use of a top tetheror support leg.
Note:When you are purchasing an ISOFIXseat, make sure that you know the correctmass group and ISOFIX size class for theintended seating locations. See Child SeatPositioning (page 16).
Your vehicle has ISOFIX anchor points thataccommodate universally approvedISOFIX child seats.
The ISOFIX system comprises two rigidattachment arms on the child seat thatattach to anchor points on the outboardrear seats, where the cushion and backrestmeet. Tether anchor points are locatedbehind the outboard rear seats for childseats with a top tether.
Top Tether Anchor Points
Attaching a Child Seat With TopTethers
WARNINGS
Do not attach a tether strap toanything other than the correcttether anchor point.
Make sure that the top tether strapis not slack or twisted and is properlylocated on the anchor point.
Note:Where applicable, remove theluggage cover to ease installation. SeeLuggage Covers (page 114).
1.Route the tether strap to the anchorpoint.
2.Push the child seat back firmly toengage the ISOFIX lower anchor points.
3.Tighten the tether strap in line with thechild seat manufacturer's instructions.
CHILD SEAT POSITIONING
WARNINGS
See an authorised dealer for thelatest details relating to ourrecommended child seats.
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Extreme Hazard! Do not use arearward facing child seat on a seatprotected by an air bag in front of it!
When using a child seat with asupport leg, the support leg mustrest securely on the floor.
When using a child seat with a seatbelt, make sure that the seat belt isnot slack or twisted.
WARNINGS
The child seat must rest tightlyagainst the vehicle seat. It may benecessary to lift or remove the headrestraint. See Head Restraints (page 76).
Note:When using a child seat on a frontseat, always adjust the front passenger'sseat to its fully rearward position. If it provesdifficult to tighten the lap section of the seatbelt without slack remaining, adjust theseatback to the fully upright position andraise the height of the seat. See Seats(page 76).
Mass group categories
Seating positions3210+0
46 - 79 lbs(22 - 36 kg)33 - 55 lbs(15 - 25 kg)20 - 40 lbs(9 - 18 kg)Up to 29lbs (13 kg)Up to 22lbs (10 kg)
UF¹UF¹UF¹XXFront passenger's seatwith airbag ON
U¹U¹U¹U¹U¹Front passenger's seatwith airbag OFF
UUUUURear seats
X Not suitable for children in this mass group.
U Suitable for universal category child seats approved for use in this mass group.
U¹ Suitable for universal category child seats approved for use in this mass group. However,we recommend that you secure children in a government approved child seat, on the rearseat.
UF¹ Suitable for universal category forward facing child seats approved for use in thismass group. However, we recommend that you secure children in a government approvedchild seat, on the rear seat.
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Mass group categories
Seating positions10+
Forward facingRear facing
20 - 40 lbs (9 - 18 kg)Up to 29 lbs (13 kg)
Not ISOFIX equippedSize classFront seat
Seat type
A, B, B1*C, D, E*Size classRear outboard seat ISOFIX
IL, IUF***IL**Seat type
Not ISOFIX equippedSize classRear centre seat
Seat type
IL Suitable for particular ISOFIX child seat systems of the semi-universal category. Pleasesee child seat systems suppliers' vehicle recommendation lists.
IUF Suitable for ISOFIX forward facing child seat systems of universal category approvedfor use in this mass group and ISOFIX size class.1The ISOFIX size class for both universal and semi-universal child seat systems is definedby the capital letters A to G. These identification letters are displayed on the ISOFIX childseat.**At time of publishing the recommended Group O+ ISOFIX baby safety seat is the BritaxRomer Baby Safe. See an authorised dealer for the latest details relating to ourrecommended child seats.***At time of publishing the recommended Group 1 ISOFIX child seat is the Britax RomerDuo. See an authorised dealer for the latest details relating to our recommended childseats.
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