spare wheel FORD B MAX 2013 1.G Owners Manual

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See Changing a Bulb (page 162).A
See Changing the Wiper Blades (page 160).B
See Changing a Bulb (page 162).C
See First Aid Kit (page 132). See Warning Triangle (page 132). See TemporaryMobility Kit (page 174). Spare wheel, jack, and wheel brace. See Changing aRoad Wheel (page 179). Towing eye. See Towing Points (page 127).
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See Towing Points (page 127).E
Tire pressures. See Technical Specifications (page 183).F
See Changing a Road Wheel (page 179).G
See Refueling (page 101).H
14B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013At a Glance

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ActionMessageindicatorMessage
See Keyless Entry (page 36).amberKey not detected
See Keyless Entry (page 36).amberKey outside car
See Remote Control (page 26).amberKeyBattery lowReplace battery
See Keyless Starting (page 90).amberTurn ignition offUse POWER button
See Keyless Starting (page 90).-To start press brake
See Keyless Starting (page 90).-To start press clutch
See Keyless Entry (page 36).-Close boot or use spare key
See Steering Wheel Lock (page 92).-Steering lock engagedTurn steering wheel
Lighting
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
See Changing a Bulb (page 162).-Left indicator malfunctionChange bulb
See Changing a Bulb (page 162).-Right indicator malfunctionChange bulb
Maintenance
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
See Brake and Clutch Fluid Check(page 159).redBrake fluidLevel lowService now
Have your vehicle checked by anauthorized dealer as soon as possible.redBrake system malfunctionStop safely
See Engine Oil Check (page 157).redEngine oil pressure low
70B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Information Displays

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1.Remove the protecting cap. Press thecap into the key bow. Insert the key andunlock.
2.Hold the tow ball arm. Pull thehandwheel out, turn it clockwiseagainst the stop.
3.Remove the tow ball arm.
4.Release the handwheel.
When unlocked in this way, the tow ballarm can be reinserted at any time.
Driving Without a Trailer
WARNING
Never unlock the tow ball arm withthe trailer attached.
Remove the tow ball arm. Insert the pluginto its seat (1).
Maintenance
WARNING
Remove the tow ball arm andprotect the seat with the plug beforesteam cleaning your vehicle.
Keep the system clean. Periodicallylubricate bearings, sliding surfaces, andlocking balls with resin-free grease or oiland the lock with graphite.
In case of loss, replacement keys areavailable from the manufacturer by statingthe number on the lock cylinder.
TOWING POINTS
WARNING
The towing eye has a left-handthread. Turn it counterclockwise toinstall it. Make sure that the towingeye is fully tightened.
Front Towing Eye
Space is provided in the spare wheel well.
You must carry the towing eye in yourvehicle at all times.
Remove the cover and install the towingeye.
127B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Towing

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A decal with tire pressure data is locatedin the driver’s door opening.
Check and set the tire pressure at theambient temperature in which you areintending to drive your vehicle and whenthe tires are cold.
Note:Check your tire pressures regularly tooptimize fuel economy.
Note:Use only approved wheel and tiresizes. Using other sizes could damage yourvehicle and will make the National TypeApproval invalid.
Note:If you change the diameter of the tiresfrom that fitted at the factory, thespeedometer may not display the correctspeed. Take your vehicle to an authorizeddealer to have the engine managementsystem reprogrammed.
Note:If you intend to change the size of thewheels from that fitted at the factory, checkthe suitability with an authorized dealer.
TEMPORARY MOBILITY KIT
Your vehicle may not have a spare tire.Therefore you will have a temporarymobility kit which will only repair onedamaged tire.
The kit is located in the spare wheel well.
General Information
WARNINGS
Depending on the type and extent oftire damage, some tires can only bepartially sealed or not sealed at all.Loss of tire pressure can affect vehiclehandling, leading to loss of vehicle control.
Do not use the kit on a previouslydamaged tire, for example when ithas been driven under inflated.
WARNINGS
Do not use the kit on run flat tires.
Do not try to seal damage to thetire’s sidewall.
The kit seals most tire punctures [with adiameter of up to ¼ inch (six millimeters)]to temporarily restore mobility.
You must observe the following rules whenusing the kit:
•Drive with caution and avoid makingsudden steering or driving manoeuvres,especially if your vehicle is heavilyladen or you are towing a trailer.
•The kit will provide you with anemergency temporary repair, enablingyou to continue your journey to the nextvehicle or tire dealer, or to drive amaximum distance of 125 miles(200 kilometers).
•Do not exceed a maximum speed of50 mph (80 km/h).
•Keep the kit out of the reach ofchildren.
•Only use the kit when the ambienttemperature is between -40°F(–40°C) and +158°F (+70°C).
Using the Kit
WARNINGS
Compressed air can act as anexplosive or propellant.
Never leave the kit unattended whilein use.
Do not keep the compressoroperating for more than 10 minutes.
You must only use the kit for thevehicle with which it was supplied.
174B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Wheels and Tires

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 19.Attach the kit and read the tirepressure from the pressure gauge E.
20.Adjust it to the specified pressure.See Technical Specifications(page 183).
21.Once you have inflated the tire to itscorrect tire pressure, move thecompressor switch G to position 0,remove the power plug F from thesocket, unscrew the hose C andfasten the valve cap.
22.Leave hose C and H connected to thesealant bottle B and store the kitaway safely.
23.Go to the nearest tire specialist to getthe damaged tire replaced. Beforethe tire is removed from the rim,inform your tire dealer that the tirecontains sealant. You must renew thesealant bottle B and hose C as soonas possible once used.
Note:Remember that the kit only providestemporary mobility. Regulations concerningtire repair after using the kit may differ fromcountry to country. You should consult a tirespecialist for advice.
WARNING
Before driving, make sure the tire isadjusted to the recommendedinflation pressure. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 183). You must,monitor the tire pressure until the sealedtire is replaced.
Empty sealant bottles can be disposed oftogether with normal household waste.Return remains of sealant to an authorizeddealer or dispose of it in compliance withlocal waste disposal regulations.
TIRE CARE
To make sure the front and rear tires ofyour vehicle wear evenly and last longer,we recommend that you swap the tiresfrom front to rear and vice versa at regularintervals of between 3000 and 6000 miles(5000 and 10000 kilometers).
WARNING
Do not scrub the sidewalls of thetires when you are parking.
If you have to mount a curb, do so slowlyand approach it with the wheels atright-angles to the curb.
Examine the tires regularly for cuts, foreignobjects and uneven wear of the tread.Uneven wear could mean that the wheelalignment is outside specification.
Check the tire pressures (including thespare) when cold, every two weeks.
USING WINTER TIRES
WARNING
When you use winter tires on yourvehicle, you must make sure that youuse the correct lug nuts.
If winter tires are used, you must make surethat you use the correct tire pressures. SeeTechnical Specifications (page 183).
177B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Wheels and Tires

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Note:Do not reset the system when yourvehicle is moving.
Note:You should reset the systemfollowing any adjustment to the tirepressures or any changing of tires.
1.Switch the ignition on.
2.Using the information display control,navigate to Menu > Vehicle settings> Deflation detection.
3.Press and hold the OK button untilconfirmation appears.
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
Lug Nuts
You can obtain a replacement locking lugnut key and replacement locking lug nutsfrom your dealer using the referencenumber certificate.
Vehicles With a Spare Wheel
If the spare wheel is exactly the same typeand size as the other fitted road wheels,you can replace the existing road wheelwith the spare wheel and continue to drivein the normal manner.
If the spare wheel is different to the otherroad wheels, it will carry a yellow label withthe appropriate speed limit.
Refer to the following information beforechanging the road wheel.
WARNINGS
Drive the shortest possible distances.
Do not fit more than one spare wheelon your vehicle at any one time.
Do not carry out any tire repairs on aspare wheel.
WARNINGS
Do not drive through an automaticcar wash.
If you are unsure what type of sparewheel you have do not exceed 80km/h (50 mph).
Only fit snow chains to specifiedtires. See Technical Specifications(page 183).
The ground clearance of your vehiclemay be reduced. Take care whenparking next to a curb.
Note:Your vehicle may exhibit someunusual driving characteristics.
Vehicle Jack
WARNINGS
The vehicle jack supplied with yourvehicle should only be used whenchanging a wheel in emergencysituations.
Before using the vehicle jack, checkthat it is not damaged or deformedand that the thread is lubricated andfree from foreign matter.
Never place anything between thejack and the ground, or the jack andyour vehicle.
Note:Vehicles with a temporary mobilitykit do not have a vehicle jack or a wheelbrace.
It is recommended to use a workshop typehydraulic jack for changing betweensummer and winter tires.
Note:Use a jack with a minimum liftingcapacity of 1.5 tonnes and a lifting plate witha minimum diameter of 3.1 inches (80millimeters).
179B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Wheels and Tires

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Your vehicle jack, wheel brace, screw-intowing eye and wheel trim remover arelocated in the spare wheel well.
Jacking and Lifting Points
WARNING
Use only the specified jacking points.If you use other positions, you maydamage the body, steering,suspension, engine, braking system or thefuel lines.
Emergency use onlyA
MaintenanceB
180B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Wheels and Tires

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Note:Make sure that you pull the wheeltrim remover at right angles to the trim.
Removing a Road Wheel
WARNINGS
Park your vehicle in such a positionthat neither the traffic nor you arehindered or endangered.
Set up a warning triangle.
Make sure that your vehicle is on firm,level ground with the wheels pointingstraight ahead.
Switch the ignition off and apply theparking brake.
If your vehicle has a manualtransmission, move the selector leverto first or reverse gear. If it has anautomatic transmission, move the selectorlever to position (P).
Have the passengers leave yourvehicle.
Secure the diagonally oppositewheel with an appropriate block orwheel chock.
Make sure that the arrows ondirectional tires point in the directionof rotation when your vehicle ismoving forward. If you have to fit a sparewheel with the arrows pointing in theopposite direction, have the tire refitted inthe correct direction by an authorizeddealer.
Do not work underneath your vehiclewhen it is supported only by a jack.
Make sure that the jack is vertical tothe jacking point and the base is flaton the ground.
Note:Do not lay alloy wheels face downon the ground, this will damage the paint.
Note:The spare wheel is located under thefloor cover in the luggage compartment.
1.Install the locking lug nut key.
2.Slacken the lug nuts.
3.Jack up your vehicle until the tire isclear of the ground.
4.Remove the lug nuts and the wheel.
Installing a Road Wheel
WARNINGS
Use only approved wheel and tiresizes. Using other sizes coulddamage your vehicle and will makethe National Type Approval invalid. SeeTechnical Specifications (page 183).
Do not fit run flat tires on vehiclesthat were not originally fitted withthem. Contact an authorized dealerfor more details about compatibility.
182B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Wheels and Tires

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Do not install alloy wheels using lugnuts designed for use with steelwheels.
Note:The lug nuts of alloy wheels andspoked steel wheels can also be used forthe steel spare wheel for a short time(maximum two weeks).
Note:Make sure the wheel and hub contactsurfaces are free from foreign matter.
Note:Make sure that the cones on the lugnuts are against the wheel.
1.Install the wheel.
2.Install the lug nuts finger tight.
3.Install the locking lug nut key.
4.Partially tighten the lug nuts in thesequence shown.
5.Lower your vehicle and remove thejack.
6.Fully tighten the lug nuts in thesequence shown. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 183).
7.Install the wheel trim using the ball ofyour hand.
WARNING
Have the lug nuts checked fortightness and the tire pressurechecked as soon as possible.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Lug Nut Torque
Ib-ft (Nm)Wheel type
100 (135)All
183B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Wheels and Tires

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Up to 50 mph (80 km/h)
Full loadNormal load
Tire sizeVariantRearFrontRearFront
lbf/in²(bar)lbf/in²(bar)lbf/in²(bar)lbf/in²(bar)
61 (4.2)61 (4.2)61 (4.2)61 (4.2)125/80 R15
Temporary sparewheel when itdiffers from theother fitted wheels
Up to 100mph (160 km/h)
Full loadNormal load
Tire sizeVariantRearFrontRearFront
lbf/in²(bar)lbf/in²(bar)lbf/in²(bar)lbf/in²(bar)
41 (2.8)36 (2.5)29 (2)33 (2.3)185/60 R15*All engines
46 (3.2)36 (2.5)29 (2)32 (2.2)195/60 R15All engines
41 (2.8)36 (2.5)29 (2)32 (2.2)195/55 R16All engines
41 (2.8)36 (2.5)29 (2)33 (2.3)205/45 R17All engines
*Only fit snow chains to specified tires.
184B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Wheels and Tires