oil dipstick FORD B MAX 2012 1.G Owners Manual

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Principle of Operation................................109
Using Cruise Control...................................109
Driving Aids
Active City Stop...............................................111
Load Carrying
General Information.....................................113
Luggage Anchor Points...............................113
Rear Under Floor Storage...........................113
Cargo Nets........................................................114
Luggage Covers..............................................114
Dog Guard........................................................114
Towing
Towing a Trailer..............................................116
Tow Ball............................................................116
Towing Points.................................................119
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......119
Driving Hints
Running-In........................................................121
Cold Weather Precautions.........................121
Driving Through Water.................................121
Floor Mats.........................................................121
Roadside Emergencies
Hazard Warning Flashers...........................122
First Aid Kit......................................................122
Warning Triangle...........................................122
Jump-Starting the Vehicle.........................122
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations......................................124
Fuse Specification Chart............................125
Changing a Fuse............................................133
Maintenance
General Information....................................134
Opening and Closing the Bonnet...........134
Under Bonnet Overview - 1.0L EcoBoost(74kW/100PS)/1.0L EcoBoost(90kW/120PS).........................................136
Under Bonnet Overview - 1.4LDuratec-16V (66kW/90PS)/1.6LDuratec-16V Ti-VCT (77kW/105PS) -Sigma............................................................137
Under Bonnet Overview - 1.5LDuratorq-TDCi (55kW/75PS)/1.6LDuratorq-TDCi (70kW/95PS)(T3)...............................................................138
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.0L EcoBoost(74kW/100PS)/1.0L EcoBoost(90kW/120PS).........................................139
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.4L Duratec-16V(66kW/90PS)/1.6L Duratec-16VTi-VCT (77kW/105PS) - Sigma..........139
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi(55kW/75PS)/1.6L Duratorq-TDCi(70kW/95PS) (T3).................................139
Engine Oil Check...........................................139
Engine Coolant Check................................140
Brake and Clutch Fluid Check...................141
Washer Fluid Check......................................141
Changing the 12V Battery...........................141
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................141
Changing the Wiper Blades.......................141
Removing a Headlamp...............................142
Changing a Bulb............................................143
Bulb Specification Chart...........................149
Technical Specifications...........................150
Vehicle Care
Cleaning the Exterior...................................153
Cleaning the Interior....................................153
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............154
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................154
Wheels and Tyres
General Information....................................155
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(74KW/100PS)/1.0L ECOBOOST (90KW/120PS)
Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine Coolant Check (page 140).A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and ClutchFluid Check (page 141).B
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine Oil Check (page 139).C
Battery: See Changing the 12V Battery (page 141).D
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive)*: See Brake and Clutch FluidCheck (page 141).E
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 124).F
Windscreen and rear window washer fluid reservoir: See Washer Fluid Check(page 141).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine Oil Check (page 139).I
* The filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are coloured for easy identification.
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(66KW/90PS)/1.6L DURATEC-16V TI-VCT (77KW/105PS) -
SIGMA
Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine Coolant Check (page 140).A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and ClutchFluid Check (page 141).B
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine Oil Check (page 139).C
Battery: See Changing the 12V Battery (page 141).D
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive)*: See Brake and Clutch FluidCheck (page 141).E
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 124).F
Windscreen and rear window washer fluid reservoir: See Washer Fluid Check(page 141).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine Oil Check (page 139).I
* The filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are coloured for easy identification.
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(55KW/75PS)/1.6L DURATORQ-TDCI (70KW/95PS) (T3)
Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine Coolant Check (page 140).A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and ClutchFluid Check (page 141).B
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine Oil Check (page 139).C
Battery: See Changing the 12V Battery (page 141).D
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive)*: See Brake and Clutch FluidCheck (page 141).E
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 124).F
Windscreen and rear window washer fluid reservoir: See Washer Fluid Check(page 141).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine Oil Check (page 139).I
* The filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are coloured for easy identification.
138Maintenance

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 1.0L
ECOBOOST
(74KW/100PS)/1.0L
ECOBOOST (90KW/120PS)
MinimumA
MaximumB
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 1.4L
DURATEC-16V
(66KW/90PS)/1.6L
DURATEC-16V TI-VCT
(77KW/105PS) - SIGMA
MinimumA
MaximumB
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 1.5L
DURATORQ-TDCI
(55KW/75PS)/1.6L
DURATORQ-TDCI
(70KW/95PS) (T3)
MinimumA
MaximumB
ENGINE OIL CHECK
WARNING
Do not use oil additives or otherengine treatments. Under certainconditions, they could damage theengine.
Note:The oil consumption of new enginesreaches its normal level after approximately3000 miles (5000 kilometres).
Checking the Oil Level
Note:Check the level before starting theengine.
Note:Make sure that the level is betweenthe MIN and the MAX marks.
1.Make sure that your vehicle is on levelground.
2.Switch off the engine and wait 10minutes for the oil to drain into the oilpan.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 3.Remove the dipstick and wipe it witha clean, lint free cloth. Replace thedipstick and remove it again to checkthe oil level.
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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Daytime Running Lamps.............................45Diesel Particulate Filter................................87Regeneration..........................................................87Direction Indicators........................................47Dog Guard........................................................114DPFSee: Diesel Particulate Filter............................87Driver Airbag.....................................................22.....................................................................................22Driving Aids.......................................................111Driving Hints.....................................................121Driving Through Water.................................121.....................................................................................121
DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps.........................45
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Electromagnetic compatibility...............225End User Licence Agreement..................226SYNC® End User Licence Agreement(EULA)..............................................................226Engine Coolant Check................................140Adding Engine Coolant....................................140Engine ImmobiliserSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................35Engine Oil Check...........................................139Checking the Oil Level......................................139Topping Up...........................................................140Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.0L EcoBoost(74kW/100PS)/1.0L EcoBoost(90kW/120PS)...........................................139Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.4L Duratec-16V(66kW/90PS)/1.6L Duratec-16VTi-VCT (77kW/105PS) - Sigma...........139Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi(55kW/75PS)/1.6L Duratorq-TDCi(70kW/95PS) (T3)...................................139...................................................................................139Exterior Mirrors................................................49Electric Folding Mirrors......................................49Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................50Power Exterior Mirrors........................................49
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Fastening the Seat Belts.............................20Using Seat Belts During Pregnancy..............20First Aid Kit......................................................122Flat Tyre InflationSee: Temporary Mobility Kit...........................155Floor Mats.........................................................121Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps........................................45Fog Lamps - RearSee: Rear Fog Lamps..........................................45Front Fog Lamps............................................45Front Seat Armrest.......................................80Fuel and Refuelling........................................91Technical Specifications...................................96
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