FORD B MAX 2014 1.G Quick Reference Guide

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Moving the Seat Backward andForward
Adjusting the Lumbar Support
Adjusting the Height of the Driver’sSeat
Recline Adjustment
STARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE - 1.0L ECOBOOST™
Our range of three-cylinder engines sounddifferent to the four-cylinder engine thatyou may have become used to. It may takea little time for you to get used to thisdifferent sound.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Vehicles With ManualTransmission
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
Note:Releasing the clutch pedal while theengine is starting will stop the enginecranking and return to ignition on.
1.Fully depress the clutch pedal.
Note:Vehicles with push button start: Brieflypress the button.
2.Start the engine.
Vehicles With AutomaticTransmission
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
Note:Releasing the brake pedal while theengine is starting will stop the enginecranking and return to ignition on.
1.Move the transmission selector lever toposition P or N.
2.Fully depress the brake pedal.
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3.Start the engine.
Vehicles With a Diesel Engine
Note:Engine cranking will not commenceuntil the engine glow plug indicator hasextinguished. This may take several secondsin extremely cold conditions.
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Moving - Vehicles WithPush Button Start
1.Press and hold the button for at leastone second or press it three times withintwo seconds.
2.Move the transmission selector lever toposition N and use the brakes to bringyour vehicle to a safe stop.
3.When your vehicle has stopped, movethe transmission selector lever toposition P or N and switch the ignitionoff.
AUTO-START-STOP
Using Start-Stop
Note:The system is on by default. To switchthe system off, press the switch in theinstrument panel. The system will only beswitched off for the current ignition cycle. Toturn it on, press the switch again.
To stop the engine
1.Stop your vehicle.
2.Move the gear lever to the neutralposition.
3.Release the clutch pedal.
4.Release the accelerator pedal.
The system may not shut down the engineunder certain conditions, for example:
•To maintain the interior climate.
•Low battery voltage.
•The outside temperature is too low ortoo high.
•The driver's door has been opened.
•Low engine operating temperature.
•Low brake system vacuum.
•If a road speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) hasnot been exceeded.
•The driver's safety belt has not beenfastened.
To re-start the engine
Note:The gear lever must be in the neutralposition.
Depress the clutch pedal.
The system may automatically restart theengine under certain conditions, forexample:
•Low battery voltage.
•To maintain the interior climate.
REFUELING
1.Press the flap to open it. Open the flapfully until it engages.
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3.Operate the nozzle within the areashown.
4.Slightly raise the fuel nozzle to removeit.
HILL START ASSIST
The system makes it easier to pull awaywhen your vehicle is on a slope without theneed to use the parking brake.
When the system is active, your vehicle willremain stationary on the slope for two tothree seconds after you release the brakepedal. This allows you time to move yourfoot from the brake to the acceleratorpedal. The brakes are releasedautomatically once the engine hasdeveloped sufficient drive to prevent yourvehicle from rolling down the slope.
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ANTI-
LOCK BRAKES
Note:When the system is operating, thebrake pedal will pulse and may travel further.Maintain pressure on the brake pedal. Youmay also hear a noise from the system. Thisis normal.
The anti-lock braking system will noteliminate the risks when:
•You drive too closely to the vehicle infront of you.
•Your vehicle is hydroplaning.
•You take corners too fast.
•The road surface is poor.
USING CRUISE CONTROL
Switching Cruise Control On
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Press to store and maintain your currentspeed. The cruise control indicator willilluminate.
Changing the Set Speed
AccelerateA
DecelerateB
Cancelling the Set Speed
Press the brake pedal or the CAN RESswitch.
Resuming the Set Speed
Switching Cruise Control Off
ACTIVE CITY STOP
General Information
A sensor is mounted behind the interior rearview mirror. It continuously monitorsconditions to decide when to intervene.
The system is designed to help you reducelow speed collisions into the rear of anothervehicle. It will also help you reduce theimpact damage or potentially avoid thecollision completely.
The system operates at speeds belowapproximately 19 mph (30 km/h) byapplying the brakes when the sensordetects that a collision is likely.
You must depress the brake pedal to obtainfull braking force.
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Using Active City Stop
Switching the System Off and On
Note:The system is on by default.
Note:In certain situations, it is advisable todisable the system, for example driving offroad when objects may cover the windshield.
You can switch the system off and on usingthe information display.
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.
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
The following will help to improve fuelconsumption.
Check your tire pressures regularly tooptimize fuel economy.
Gear Shifting
Use the highest drivable gear appropriatefor the road conditions.
Anticipation
Adjust your vehicle speed and the distanceto other vehicles without the need for heavybraking or acceleration.
Efficient Speed
Higher speeds use more fuel. Reduce yourcruising speed on open roads.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Keep your hands and clothing clearof the engine cooling fan.
Note:Under certain conditions, the fan maycontinue to run for several minutes after youhave switched the engine off.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Pull the hood release handle.
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
WARNING
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Cleaning the Headlamps
WARNINGS
Do not scrape the headlamp lensesor use abrasives, alcoholic solventsor chemical solvents to clean them.
Do not wipe the headlamps whenthey are dry.
Cleaning the Rear Window
WARNING
Do not scrape the inside of the rearwindow or use abrasives or chemicalsolvents to clean it.
Use a clean, lint free cloth or a dampchamois leather to clean the inside of therear window.
Body Paintwork Preservation
We recommend that you wax the paintworkonce or twice a year.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
Note:Do not allow air fresheners and handsanitizers to spill on interior surfaces. If a spilloccurs, wipe off immediately. Damage maynot be covered by your warranty.
Safety Belts
WARNINGS
Do not use abrasives, or chemicalsolvents to clean them.
Do not allow moisture to penetratethe safety belt retractor mechanism.
Clean them with interior cleaner or waterapplied with a soft sponge. Let them drynaturally, away from artificial heat.
Instrument Cluster Screens, LCDScreens and Radio Screens
WARNING
Do not use abrasives, alcoholicsolvents or chemical solvents to cleanthem.
Rear Windows
WARNING
Do not use any abrasive materials toclean the interior of the rear windows.
Note:Do not install stickers or labels to theinterior of the rear windows.
CLEANING THE ALLOY WHEELS
Alloy wheels and wheel covers are coatedwith a clear coat paint finish. To maintaintheir condition we recommend that you:
•Clean them weekly with therecommended wheel and tire cleaner.
•Use a sponge to remove heavy depositsof dirt and brake dust accumulation.
•Rinse them thoroughly with apressurized stream of water when youhave completed the cleaning process.
We recommend that you use Ford servicewheel cleaner. Make sure that you read andfollow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Using other non-recommended cleaningproducts can result in severe andpermanent cosmetic damage.
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