cooling FORD B MAX 2012 1.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
Outside Air
Keep the air intakes in front of thewindscreen free from obstruction (snow,leaves etc.) to allow the climate controlsystem to function effectively.
Recirculated Air
WARNING
Prolonged use of recirculated air maycause the windows to mist up. If thewindows mist up, follow the settingsfor demisting the windscreen.
The air currently in the passenger'scompartment will be recirculated. Outsideair will not enter your vehicle.
Heating
Heating performance depends on thetemperature of the engine coolant.
Air Conditioning
Note:The air conditioning operates onlywhen the temperature is above 39°F (4°C).
Note:If you use the air conditioning, thefuel consumption of your vehicle will behigher.
Air is directed through the evaporatorwhere it is cooled. Humidity is extractedfrom the air to help keep the windows freeof mist. The resulting condensation isdirected to the outside of your vehicle andit is therefore normal if you see a smallpool of water under your vehicle.
General Information on Controllingthe Interior Climate
Fully close all the windows.
Warming the Interior
Direct the air toward your feet. In cold orhumid weather conditions, direct some ofthe air toward the windscreen and the doorwindows.
Cooling the Interior
Direct the air toward your face.
AIR VENTS
Centre Air Vents
Side Air Vent
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You can set the temperature between 61°F(16°C) and 82°F (28°C) in steps of 1°F(0.5°C). In position low, the system willswitch to permanent cooling. In positionhigh, the system will switch to permanentheating.
Note:If you select either position low orhigh, the system will not regulate a stabletemperature.
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note:Prolonged use of recirculated air maycause the windows to fog up.
Note:A small amount of air may be feltfrom the footwell air vents regardless of theair distribution setting.
Note:To reduce humidity build-up insideyour vehicle, do not drive with the systemswitched off or with recirculated air alwaysswitched on.
Note:Do not place objects under the frontseats as this may interfere with the airflowto the rear seats.
Note:Remove any snow, ice or leaves fromthe air intake area at the base of thewindscreen.
Manual Climate Control
Note:To reduce fogging of the windscreenduring humid weather, adjust the airdistribution control to the windscreen airvents position. Increase the temperatureand fan speed to improve clearing, ifrequired.
Automatic Climate Control
Note:Do not adjust the settings when yourvehicle interior is extremely hot or cold. Thesystem automatically adjusts to thepreviously stored settings. For the systemto function efficiently, the instrument paneland side air vents should be fully open.
Note:At low ambient temperatures withAUTO selected, the air stream is directedtoward the windscreen and side windowsfor as long as the engine remains cold.
Note:When the system is switched off,outside air is prevented from entering yourvehicle.
Note:When the system is in AUTO modeand the interior and exterior temperaturesare high, the system automatically selectsrecirculated air to maximize cooling of theinterior. When the selected air temperatureis reached, the system automatically selectsoutside air.
Note:When you select windscreendefrosting and defogging, the instrumentpanel and footwell level functionsautomatically switch off and air conditioningswitches on. Outside air flows into yourvehicle.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Heating the Interior Quickly
Vehicles With Automatic Climate ControlVehicles With Manual Climate Control
Adjust the fan speed to the highestspeed setting.Adjust the fan speed to the highestspeed setting.1
Adjust the temperature control to thehighest setting.Adjust the temperature control to thehighest setting.2
Press the footwell button to distributeair to the footwell air vents.Adjust the air distribution control to thefootwell air vents position.3
Recommended Settings for Heating
Vehicles With Automatic Climate ControlVehicles With Manual Climate Control
Press the AUTO button.Adjust the fan speed to the secondspeed setting.1
Adjust the temperature control settingto the desired setting.Adjust the temperature control to themidway point of the hot settings.2
Close the instrument panel air vents.Open the side air vents and direct themtoward the side windows.
Adjust the air distribution control to thefootwell and windscreen air vents posi-tion.
3
Cooling the Interior Quickly
Vehicles With Automatic Climate ControlVehicles With Manual Climate Control
Press the AUTO button.Adjust the fan speed to the highestspeed setting.1
Adjust the temperature control settingto low.Adjust the temperature control to theMAX A/C position.2
Adjust the air distribution control to theinstrument panel air vents position.3
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Recommended Settings for Cooling
Vehicles With Automatic Climate ControlVehicles With Manual Climate Control
Press the AUTO button.Adjust the fan speed to the secondspeed setting.1
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting.Adjust the temperature control to themidway point of the cold settings.2
Open all instrument panel air vents anddirect as desired.Adjust the air distribution control to theinstrument panel air vents position.3
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High AmbientTemperatures
Vehicles With Automatic Climate ControlVehicles With Manual Climate Control
Apply the parking brake.Apply the parking brake.1
Move the transmission selector lever toposition P or neutral.Move the transmission selector lever toposition P or neutral.2
Press the MAX A/C button.Adjust the temperature control to theMAX A/C position.3
Adjust the fan speed to the lowest speedsetting.4
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather
Vehicles With Automatic Climate ControlVehicles With Manual Climate Control
Press the windscreen defrosting anddefogging button.Adjust the air distribution control to theinstrument panel and footwell air ventspositions.
1
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting.Press the A/C button.2
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting.3
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Adjust the fan speed to the highestsetting.4
Direct the instrument panel side air ventstoward the side windows.5
Close the instrument panel vents.6
Maximum Cooling Performance inInstrument Panel or InstrumentPanel and Footwell Positions
1.Adjust the temperature control to thelowest setting.
2.Press the A/C and recirculated airbuttons.
3.Adjust the fan speed to the highestsetting initially and then adjust it to suitthe desired comfort level.
HEATED WINDOWS AND
MIRRORS
Heated Windows
Use the heated windows to defrost ordemist the windscreen or rear window.
Note:The heated windows operate onlywhen the engine is running.
Heated Windscreen
Heated Rear Window
Heated Exterior Mirrors
Electric exterior mirrors have a heatingelement that will defrost or demist themirror glass. They will switch onautomatically when you switch the heatedrear window on.
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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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Have your vehicle serviced regularly to helpmaintain its roadworthiness and resalevalue. There is a large network of Fordauthorised repairers that are there to helpyou with their professional servicingexpertise. Authorised repairers are bestqualified to service your vehicle properlyand expertly, with a wide range of highlyspecialised tools.
In addition to regular servicing, werecommend that you carry out thefollowing checks.
WARNINGS
Switch the ignition off beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind.
Do not touch the electronic ignitionsystem parts after you have switchedthe ignition on or when the engine isrunning. The system operates at highvoltage.
Keep your hands and clothing clearof the engine cooling fan. Undercertain conditions, the fan maycontinue to run for several minutes afteryou have switched the engine off.
Make sure that you fit filler capssecurely after carrying outmaintenance checks.
Daily Checks
•Exterior lamps.
•Interior lamps.
•Warning lamps and indicators.
Check When Refuelling
•Engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check(page 139).
•Brake fluid level. See Brake andClutch Fluid Check (page 141).
•Washer fluid level. See Washer FluidCheck (page 141).
•Tyre pressures (when cold). SeeTechnical Specifications (page 164).
•Tyre condition. See Wheels and Tyres(page 155).
Monthly Checks
•Engine coolant level (engine cold). SeeEngine Coolant Check (page 140).
•Pipes, hoses and reservoirs for leaks.
•Air conditioning operation.
•Parking brake operation.
•Horn operation.
•Tightness of wheel nuts. SeeTechnical Specifications (page 164).
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
BONNET
Opening the Bonnet
1.Pull the bonnet release handle.
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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.
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