stop start FORD B MAX 2012 1.G Owners Manual

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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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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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Air vents. See Air Vents (page 68).A
Direction indicators. See Direction Indicators (page 47). Main beam. SeeLighting Control (page 43).B
Instrument cluster. See Gauges (page 53). See Warning Lamps andIndicators (page 53).C
Start button. See Starting and Stopping the Engine (page 83).D
Wiper lever. See Wipers and Washers (page 40).E
Information and entertainment display. See Information Displays (page 58).F
Audio unit. See Audio System (page 171).G
Power door lock button. See Locking and Unlocking (page 29).H
Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard Warning Flashers (page 122).I
Climate controls. See Climate Control (page 68).J
11At a Glance

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Heated rear window switch. See Climate Control (page 68).J
Heated windscreen switch. See Climate Control (page 68).J
Parking aid switch. See Parking Aids (page 104).K
Start-stop switch. See Start-Stop (page 89).L
Card holder or airbag warning lamp. See Passenger Airbag (page 22).M
Ignition switch. See Ignition Switch (page 83).N
Cruise control switches. See Using Cruise Control (page 109).O
Horn.P
Driver knee airbag. See Knee Airbag (page 24).Q
Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 38).R
Audio control. See Audio System (page 171). Voice control. See Voice Control(page 39).S
Bonnet release lever. See Opening and Closing the Bonnet (page 134).T
Lighting control. See Lighting Control (page 43). Front fog lamps. See FrontFog Lamps (page 45). Rear fog lamp. See Rear Fog Lamps (page 45).Instrument lighting dimmer. See Instrument Lighting Dimmer (page 44).
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When a warning lamp or indicator does notilluminate once you have switched theignition on, it indicates a malfunction. Havethe system checked by an authoriseddealer.
Anti-lock Braking System WarningLamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. You will continueto have normal braking (without anti-lockbraking system). Have the system checkedby an authorised dealer as soon aspossible.
Brake System Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you apply theparking brake or when the brakefluid level is low.
WARNING
Reduce your speed gradually andstop your vehicle as soon as it is safeto do so. Use your brakes with care.
If it illuminates when you are driving, checkthat the parking brake is not applied. If theparking brake is not applied, this indicatesa malfunction. Have the system checkedby an authorised dealer immediately.
Coolant Temperature WarningLamp
WARNING
Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level beingcorrect. Have the system checked bya an authorised dealer immediately.
If it stays on after starting orilluminates when driving, thisindicates a malfunction. Stopyour vehicle as soon as it is safe to do soand switch the engine off. Check thecoolant level. See Engine Coolant Check(page 140).
Cruise Control Indicator
It will illuminate when you haveset a speed using the cruisecontrol system. See UsingCruise Control (page 109).
Direction Indicator
Flashes during operation. Asudden increase in the rate offlashing warns of a failedindicator bulb. See Changing a Bulb(page 143).
Door Ajar Warning Lamp
Illuminates when you switch theignition on and remains on if anydoor, the bonnet or the liftgateis not closed properly.
Engine Warning Lamps
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Powertrain Warning Lamp
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If either lamp illuminates when the engineis running, this indicates a malfunction. Theengine will continue to run but it may havelimited power. If it flashes when you aredriving, reduce the speed of your vehicleimmediately. If it continues to flash, avoidheavy acceleration or deceleration. Havethe system checked by an authoriseddealer immediately.
WARNING
Have this checked immediately.
If both lamps illuminate together, stop yourvehicle as soon as it is safe to do so(continued use may cause reduced powerand cause the engine to stop). Switch theignition off and attempt to restart theengine. If the engine restarts have thesystem checked by an authorised dealerimmediately. When the engine does notrestart have your vehicle checked beforecontinuing your journey.
Front Airbag Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Have the systemchecked by an authorised dealer.
Front Fog Lamp Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe front fog lamps on.
Frost Warning Lamp
WARNING
Even if the temperature rises toabove +39ºF (4ºC) there is noguarantee that the road is free ofhazards caused by inclement weather.
It will illuminate and glow orangewhen the outside airtemperature is between 39ºF(4ºC) and 32ºF (0ºC). It will glow redwhen the temperature is below 32ºF(0ºC).
Glow Plug Indicator
If it illuminates, wait until itextinguishes before starting.
Headlamp Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe headlamp dipped beam orthe side and rear lamps on.
Main Beam Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe headlamp main beam on. Itwill flash when you use theheadlamp flasher.
Ignition Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when driving, thisindicates a malfunction. Switchoff all unnecessary electricalequipment. Have the system checked byan authorised dealer immediately.
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp
If it illuminates, refuel as soon aspossible.
Low Tyre Pressure Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when the tyrepressure is low. See TyrePressure Monitoring System(page 159).
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It will illuminate when a newmessage is stored in theinformation display. SeeInformation Messages (page 62).
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp
WARNING
Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level beingcorrect. Have the system checked byan authorised dealer immediately.
If it stays on after starting orilluminates when driving, thisindicates a malfunction. Stopyour vehicle as soon as it is safe to do soand switch the engine off. Check the engineoil level. See Engine Oil Check (page 139).
Power Steering Warning Lamp
Illuminates to indicate amalfunction of the powersteering system. You willcontinue to have full steering but will needto exert greater force on the steeringwheel. Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer as soon as possible.
Rear Fog Lamp Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe rear fog lamps on.
Seat Belt Minder Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when a seat beltis not fastened. See Seat BeltMinder (page 21).
Shift Indicator
It will illuminate to inform youthat shifting to a higher gear maygive better fuel economy andlower CO2 emissions. It will not illuminateduring periods of high acceleration, brakingor when the clutch pedal is pressed.
Stability Control Indicator
While driving, it flashes when thesystem is operating. After youswitch the ignition on, if it doesnot illuminate or illuminates continuouslywhile driving, this indicates a malfunction.During a malfunction, the system switchesoff. Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer as soon as possible.
If you switch the electronic stabilityprogram off, the warning lamp willilluminate. The lamp will go out when youswitch the system back on or when youswitch the ignition off.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Automatic Transmission
Sounds when you open the driver's doorand do not move the transmission selectorlever to position P.
Key Outside Car
Vehicles With Keyless System
Sounds when you close the door, theengine is running and the system does notdetect a passive key inside your vehicle.
Headlamps On
Sounds when you remove the key from theignition and open the driver's door and youhave left the headlamps or parking lampson.
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Ford EcoMode
Spd. Comp. Vol.Audio settings
Sound
Occupancy Mode
DSP Equaliser
News
Alt. Frequency
Regional Mode
DAB Servicelink
Bluetooth
Traction controlVehicle settings
Active City Stop
Deflation Detect
Hill Start Assist
Alarm
Powerfold Mirrors
Indicator
Ambient Light
Chimes
Set TimeClock Settings
Set Date
24H Mode
Units of MeasureDisplay Settings
Language
Dimming
System Check
60Information Displays

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See Keyless Starting (page 83).-To start press clutch
See Keyless Entry (page 32).-Close boot or use spare key
See Steering Wheel Lock (page 85).-Steering lock engagedTurn steering wheel
Lighting
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
See Changing a Bulb (page 143).-Left indicator malfunctionChange bulb
See Changing a Bulb (page 143).-Right indicator malfunctionChange bulb
Maintenance
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
See Brake and Clutch Fluid Check(page 141).redBrake fluidLevel lowService now
Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer immediately.redBrake system malfunctionStop safely
See Engine Oil Check (page 139).redEngine oil pressure lowStop safely
Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer as soon as possible.amberEngine malfunctionService now
Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer.amberAuto wiper/lights malfunctionNext service
Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer.-Engine oil change dueNext service
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ActionMessageindicatorMessage
Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer immediately.redSteering malfunctionService now
Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer immediately.redSteering malfunctionStop safely
Full steering will be maintained but youwill need to exert greater force on thesteering wheel. Have the systemchecked by an authorised dealer assoon as possible.
amberPower steering malfunctionService now
Transmission
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer immediately.redTransmission malfunctionService now
Under certain driving conditions it ispossible that the clutches in the trans-mission can overheat. In these circum-stances it is necessary to press thebrake pedal and stop your vehicle toprevent damage to the transmission.Move the transmission selector leverto position N or P and apply theparking brake until the transmissionhas cooled and the message disap-pears from the display.
redTransmission overtemp.Stop safely
See Automatic Transmission (page97). See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 83).-Vehicle not in ParkSelect P
See Automatic Transmission (page97). See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 83).-To start select N or P
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