FORD B MAX 2013 1.G Repair Manual
Manufacturer: FORD, Model Year: 2013, Model line: B MAX, Model: FORD B MAX 2013 1.GPages: 298, PDF Size: 20.63 MB
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine •Oil pressure.
•Power steering.
•Stability control.
When a warning lamp or indicator does notilluminate once you have switched theignition on, it indicates a malfunction. Havethe system checked by an authorizeddealer.
Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Your vehicle willcontinue to have normal braking withoutAnti-lock brake system function.
Brake System Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when youengage the parking brake andthe ignition is on.
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 your vehicle ismoving, make sure the parking brake isdisengaged. If the parking brake isdisengaged, this indicates low brake fluidlevel or a brake system malfunction. Havethe system checked by an authorizeddealer immediately.
Coolant Temperature WarningLamp
WARNING
Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level beingcorrect. Have the system checked bya an authorized dealer immediately.
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Stop your vehicleas soon as it is safe to do so and switch theengine off. Check the coolant level. SeeEngine Coolant Check (page 158).
Cruise Control Indicator
It will illuminate when you haveset a speed using the cruisecontrol system. See UsingCruise Control (page 117).
Direction Indicator Warning Lamp
Flashes during operation. Asudden increase in the rate offlashing warns of a failedindicator bulb. See Changing a Bulb(page 162).
Door Ajar Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when you switchthe ignition on and remains on ifany door or the hood is open.
Engine Warning Lamps
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Powertrain Warning Lamp
All Vehicles
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 authorizeddealer immediately.
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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 authorized dealerimmediately.
Front Airbag Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Have the systemchecked by an authorized 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 when theoutside air temperature is 39ºF(4ºC) or below.
Glow Plug Indicator
If it illuminates, wait until itextinguishes before starting.
Exterior Lamps On Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe headlamp low beam or theside and tail lamps on.
High Beam Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe headlamp high beam on. Itwill flash when you use theheadlamp flasher.
Ignition Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Switch off allunnecessary electrical equipment andhave your vehicle checked by an authorizeddealer immediately.
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp
If it illuminates, refuel as soon aspossible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when the tirepressure is low. See TirePressure Monitoring System(page 178).
Message Center Indicator
It will illuminate when a newmessage is stored in theinformation display. SeeInformation Messages (page 67).
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WARNING
Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level beingcorrect. Have the system checked byan authorized dealer immediately.
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Stop your vehicleas soon as it is safe to do so and switch theengine off. Check the engine oil level. SeeEngine Oil Check (page 157).
Power Steering Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. You will continueto have full steering but will need to exertgreater force on the steering wheel. Havethe system checked by an authorizeddealer as soon as possible.
Rear Fog Lamp Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe rear fog lamps on.
Safety Belt Minder Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when a safetybelt is not fastened. See SafetyBelt Minder (page 22).
Shift Indicator
It will illuminate to inform youthat shifting to a higher gear maygive better fuel economy andlower CO2 emissions. It will notilluminate during periods of highacceleration, when you brake orpress the clutch pedal.
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 anauthorized 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.
Low Fuel
A warning chime will sound when theremaining fuel is less than approximately1.3 gallons (6 liters). The distance to emptydisplayed may vary depending on drivingstyle and road conditions.
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WARNINGS
The safety belt minder remains instand-by mode when the front safetybelts have been fastened. It willsound if either safety belt is unfastened.
Do not sit on top of a fastened safetybelt to prevent the safety belt minderfrom coming on. The occupantprotection system will only provideoptimum protection when you use thesafety belt properly.
Sounds when your vehicle speed exceedsthe pre-determined limit and the frontsafety belts are unfastened. The chime willstop after a period of time.
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WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
Note:The information display will remainon for several minutes after you switch theignition off.
Device List
The icon changes to show the currentfunction in use.
CD
Radio
Auxiliary input
Information Display Controls
You can control various systems on yourvehicle using the information displaycontrols on the audio unit. The informationdisplay will show the correspondinginformation.
To use the controls:
•Press the up or down arrow button toscroll through and highlight the optionswithin a menu.
•Press the right arrow button to enter asubmenu.
•Press the left arrow button to exit asubmenu.
•Press and hold the left arrow button atany time to return to the main menudisplay.
•Press the OK button to choose andconfirm settings or messages.
Menu Structure - InformationDisplay
You can access the menu using theinformation display control.
Note:Some options may appear slightlydifferent or not at all if the items areoptional.
SYNC-Media allows you to access theSYNC® features.
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Dial a number
Redial
Phonebook
Call history
Speed Dial
Text messaging
BT Devices
Phone settings
Menu
Ford EcoMode
Bluetooth onSYNC-Settings
Set defaults
Master reset
Install on SYNC
System info
Voice settings
SYNC-Apps
Route optionsNavigation
Map display
Assistance options
Personal data
Reset all settings
Adaptive volumeAudio settings
Sound
NAV audio mixing
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DSP settings
DSP equalizer
Traffic
News
Alt. frequency
RDS Regional
DAB Service link
Bluetooth
Traction ControlVehicle settings
Active City Stop
Deflation detection
Hill start assist
Alarm system
Rain sensor
Powerfold mirrors
Indicator
Ambient light
Chimes
Set timeClock settings
Set date
24-hour mode
Measure UnitDisplay settings
Language
Dimming
Create MyKeyMyKey
Traction control
ESC
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Active City Stop
Speed limit
Speed warning
Volume limit
Information
Clear all MyKeys
InformationMyKey active
System Check
All active warnings will display first ifapplicable. The system check menu mayappear different based upon equipmentoptions and current vehicle status. Pressthe up or down arrow button to scrollthrough the list.
CLOCK
Type 1
To adjust the clock, switch the ignition onand press buttons H or M on theinformation and entertainment display asnecessary.
Type 2
Note:Use the information display to adjustthe clock. See General Information (page63).
TRIP COMPUTER
Press the button to scroll through thedisplays.
You can reset the trip, averagefuel consumption and averagespeed. Scroll to the requireddisplay, then press and hold the button.
The trip computer includes the followinginformation displays:
Trip Odometer
Registers the distance traveledof individual journeys.
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Indicates the approximatedistance your vehicle will travelon the fuel remaining in the tank.Changes in driving pattern may cause thevalue to vary.
Average Fuel Consumption
Indicates the average fuelconsumption since the functionwas last reset.
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
Indicates the current fuelconsumption.
Stationary Fuel Consumption
Indicates the current fuelconsumption while stationary.
Average Speed
Indicates the average speedcalculated since the functionwas last reset.
Distance Odometer
Registers the total distance yourvehicle has traveled.
PERSONALIZED SETTINGS
Measure Units
To swap between imperial and metricunits, scroll to this display and press theOK button.
Swapping between imperial and metricunits will affect the following displays:
•Distance to empty.
•Average fuel consumption.
•Instantaneous fuel consumption.
•Average speed.
Switching Chimes Off
To switch chimes off, scroll to this displayand press the OK button.
The following chimes can be switched off:
•Warning messages.
•Information messages.
INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note:Depending on the options on yourvehicle, not all of the messages will displayor be available. Certain messages may beabbreviated or shortened depending uponwhich cluster type you have.
Press the OK button to acknowledge andremove some messages from theinformation display. Other messages willbe removed automatically after a shorttime.
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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
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