ECU FORD B MAX 2013 1.G User Guide

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Disarm and silence the alarm by unlockingthe doors with the key and switching theignition on with a correctly coded keywithin 12 seconds or unlocking the doorswith the remote control.
Vehicles with Keyless Entry
Note:A valid passive key must be locatedwithin the detection range of that door forkeyless entry. See Keyless Entry (page 36).
Perimeter Alarm
Disarm and silence the alarm by unlockingthe doors and switching the ignition on orunlocking the doors with the remotecontrol.
Category One Alarm
Disarm and silence the alarm by unlockingthe doors and switching the ignition onwithin 12 seconds or unlocking the doorsor the liftgate with the remote control.
41B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Security

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The message indicatorilluminates to supplement somemessages. It will be red or amberdepending on the severity of the messageand will remain on until the cause of themessage has been rectified.
Some messages will be supplemented bya system specific symbol with a messageindicator.
Airbag
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
Have your vehicle checked by anauthorized dealer as soon as possible.amberAirbag malfunctionService now
Alarm
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
See Security (page 39).amberAlarm triggeredCheck vehicle
See Security (page 39).amberInterior scan deactivated
Have your vehicle checked by anauthorized dealer as soon as possible.-Alarm system malfunctionNext service
Doors Open
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
Vehicle is moving. Stop your vehicle assoon as safely possible and close.redDriver door open
Vehicle is moving. Stop your vehicle assoon as safely possible and close.redDriver's rear door open
Vehicle is moving. Stop your vehicle assoon as safely possible and close.redPassenger door open
Vehicle is moving. Stop your vehicle assoon as safely possible and close.redPassenger rear door open
68B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Information Displays

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2.Fold the seat forward. Make sure thatthe seatback is in the folded positionand securely latched.
3.Push the locking lever to return theseatback to the vertical position. Makesure that the seatback is securelylatched in position.
REAR SEATS
Folding the Seatback
WARNINGS
When folding the seatbacks down,take care not to get your fingerscaught between the seatback andseat frame.
Do not attempt to fold the rear seatcushion forward.
Lower the head restraints. See HeadRestraints (page 83).
1.Press the unlock buttons down andhold them there.
2.Push the seatback forward. As the rearseatback lowers the seat cushion willalso lower.
Unfolding the Seatback
WARNINGS
When folding the seatbacks up,make sure that the belts are visibleto an occupant and not caughtbehind the seat.
Make sure that the seats and theseatbacks are secure and fullyengaged in their catches.
86B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Seats

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Apply the parking brake and movethe transmission selector lever topark before leaving your vehicle.Make sure that the transmission selectorlever is latched in position.
Note:An audible warning will sound if youopen the driver's door and you have notmoved the transmission selector lever topark.
In this position, power is not transmittedto the drive wheels and the transmissionis locked. You can start the engine with thetransmission selector lever in this position.
R (Reverse)
WARNINGS
Move the transmission selector leverto reverse only when your vehicle isstationary and the engine is at idlespeed.
Always come to a complete stopbefore shifting the transmissionselector lever out of reverse.
Move the transmission selector lever toreverse to allow your vehicle to movebackward.
N (Neutral)
In this position, power is not transmittedto the drive wheels but the transmission isnot locked. You can start the engine withthe transmission selector lever in thisposition.
D (Drive)
Note:A shift will occur only when yourvehicle speed and the engine speed areappropriate.
Note:You may temporarily override thecurrent gear selected using the + and -buttons.
Select drive to shift automatically throughthe forward gears.
The transmission will select theappropriate gear for optimum performancebased on ambient temperature, roadgradient, vehicle load and your input.
Sport Mode and Manual Shifting
Sport Mode
Note:In sport mode the transmissionoperates as normal but gears are selectedmore quickly and at higher engine speeds.
Note:In sport mode S will be shown in theinformation display.
Switch on sport mode by moving thetransmission selector lever to position S.Sport mode will remain on until either youshift manually up or down the gears using+ and - or move the transmission selectorlever to position D.
Manual Shifting
WARNINGS
Do not hold the buttons permanentlyin - or +.
The transmission will automaticallydownshift when the engine speed istoo low.
Press the - button to shift down and pressthe + button to shift up.
Gears may be skipped by pressing thebuttons repeatedly at short intervals.
Manual mode also provides a kickdownfunction. See Kickdown.
105B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Transmission

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WARNINGS
Use load securing straps to anapproved standard, e.g. DIN.
Make sure that you secure all looseitems properly.
Place luggage and other loads as lowand as far forward as possible withinthe luggage or loadspace.
Do not drive with the liftgate or reardoor open. Exhaust fumes may enteryour vehicle.
Do not exceed the maximum frontand rear axle loads for your vehicle.See Vehicle Identification Plate(page 186).
Do not allow items to contact therear windows.
Note:When loading long objects in to yourvehicle, for example pipes, timber orfurniture be careful not to damage theinterior trim.
LUGGAGE ANCHOR POINTS
REAR UNDER FLOOR
STORAGE
Adjustable Load Floor
Vehicles with the standard size spare tirecan adjust the load floor to two positions.The load floor can be placed on either thehigh or the low position on shelves locatedat the rear of the luggage compartmenttrim.
121B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Load Carrying

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Installing and Removing the Net
Installing the Net
1.Raise the rear outer head restraints.See Head Restraints (page 83).
2.Attach the top securing clips to thehead restraint guides.
3.Attach the bottom securing clips to thebottom anchor points.
Removing the Net
1.Raise the rear outer head restraints.See Head Restraints (page 83).
2.Remove the top and bottom securingclips.
LUGGAGE COVERS
WARNING
Do not place objects on the luggagecover.
Removing the Cover
DOG GUARD
WARNING
Keep a small distance between thedog guard and the rear seats.
1.Attach the dog guard to the upper andlower anchor points. Tighten thehandwheels.
122B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Load Carrying

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Trailer Lighting
The electrical system on your vehicle is notsuitable for towing trailers with LED lamps.
TOW BALL
WARNINGS
When not in use, always transportthe tow ball arm securely fastenedin the luggage compartment.
Take special care when fitting thetow ball arm as the safety of yourvehicle and the trailer depends onthis.
Do not use any tools for mounting ordismounting the tow ball arm.
Do not modify the trailer coupling.
Do not disassemble or repair the towball arm.
A 13-pin trailer socket and the tow ball armseat are provided under the rear bumper.Turn the trailer socket down through 90degrees until it engages in the end position.
Unlocking the Tow Ball ArmMechanism
1.Remove the protecting cap.
2.Insert the key and turn it clockwise tounlock.
3.Hold the tow ball arm. Pull thehandwheel out and turn it clockwiseuntil it clicks.
Note:The red mark on the handwheel mustalign with the green mark on the tow ball.
4.Release the handwheel. The tow ballarm is unlocked.
Inserting the Tow Ball Arm
WARNING
The tow ball arm may only beinserted when completely unlocked.
125B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Towing

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1.Insert the tow ball arm vertically andpress it upwards until it engages.
Note:Do not hold your hand near thehandwheel.
Note:The green mark on the handwheelmust align with the green mark on the towball.
2.Turn the key counterclockwise andremove the key to lock the tow ball.
3.Pull the protecting cap from the keybow and press it onto the lock.
Driving With a Trailer
WARNING
If any of the below conditions cannotbe met, do not use the tow bar andhave it checked by an authorizeddealer.
Before starting your journey, make surethat the tow ball arm is correctly locked.Check that:
•the green marks are aligned
•the handwheel (A) is correctly fitted tothe tow ball arm
•you have removed the key (B)
•the tow ball arm is securely positioned.
Removing the Tow Ball Arm
126B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Towing

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Always use floor mats that aredesigned to fit the foot well of yourvehicle, leaving the pedal areaunobstructed, and which can be firmlysecured to retention posts so that theycannot slip out of position and interferewith the pedals or impair safe operation ofyour vehicle in other ways.
Incorrectly fitted floor mats cancause the accelerator pedal tobecome stuck in the open position.This can cause loss of vehicle control.
Always correctly install the floormats to the retention posts so thatthey cannot slip out of position orobstruct pedal operation.
Do not place unsecured floor matsor any other covering in the foot well.
Do not place additional floor matsor any other covering on top of theoriginal floor mats. This will reducethe pedal clearance and interfere with thepedal operation.
Do not allow objects to fall orbecome trapped under the pedals ofyour vehicle. This can cause loss ofvehicle control.
Carry out regular inspections to makesure the floor mats are secure.
To install the floor mats, position the floormat eyelet over the retention post andpress down to lock in position.
Remove in reverse order.
131B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Driving Hints

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Have your vehicle serviced regularly to helpmaintain its roadworthiness and resalevalue. There is a large network of Fordauthorized repairers that are there to helpyou with their professional servicingexpertise. Authorized repairers are bestqualified to service your vehicle properlyand expertly, with a wide range of highlyspecialized 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 Refueling
•Engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check(page 157).
•Brake fluid level. See Brake andClutch Fluid Check (page 159).
•Washer fluid level. See Washer FluidCheck (page 159).
•Tire pressures (when cold). SeeTechnical Specifications (page 183).
•Tire condition. See Wheels and Tires(page 174).
Monthly Checks
•Engine coolant level (engine cold). SeeEngine Coolant Check (page 158).
•Pipes, hoses and reservoirs for leaks.
•Air conditioning operation.
•Parking brake operation.
•Horn operation.
•Tightness of lug nuts. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 183).
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
1.Pull the hood release handle.
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