automatic transmission FORD C MAX 2008 1.G User Guide
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine MANUAL TRANSMISSION
WARNINGS
Engage reverse gear only whenthe vehicle is stationary.
Do not apply any undue lateralforce to the gear lever whenchanging from 5th to 4th gear as thiscould lead to the inadvertentselection of 2nd gear.
To avoid shifting noises whenengaging the reverse gear, waitapproximately three seconds withthe clutch depressed when thevehicle is stationary.
Reverse gear − 5-speedtransmission
To select reverse gear, move thegear lever towards the right and rear.
Reverse gear − 6-speedtransmission
1.Lift the locking ring.
2.Move the gear lever towards theleft and forwards.
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
General information
This transmission also allows you tochange gear manually (similar to amanual transmission).
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TransmissionE75050 E7505221
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Select drive to shift automaticallythrough the forward gears.
Manual shifting
Note:A shift will occur only whenthe vehicle speed and the enginespeed are appropriate.
Select manual shifting to shiftmanually through the forward gears.Push the selector lever forwards toshift down and pull it backwards toshift up.
WARNING
Do not hold the selector leverpermanently in – or +.
Gears can be skipped by moving theselector lever repeatedly at shortintervals.
Manual mode also provides akickdown function. See Kickdown.
The transmission will automaticallydownshift when the engine speed istoo low and upshift when to high.
Drive modes
The transmission will select theappropriate gear for optimumperformance based on ambienttemperature, road gradient, vehicleload and driver input.
Hints on driving with anautomatic transmission
Moving off
WARNING
It is not possible to tow-start orpush-start a vehicle fitted withan automatic transmission. SeeUsing booster cables (page 209).
1.Release the parking brake.
2.Release the brake pedal andpress the accelerator pedal.
Stopping
1.Release the accelerator pedal andpress the brake pedal.
2.Apply the parking brake.
Kickdown
Press the accelerator pedal fully withthe selector lever in the drive positionto select the next lowest gear foroptimum performance. Release theaccelerator pedal when you nolonger require kickdown.
Emergency park positionrelease lever
Use the lever to move the selectorlever from the park position in theevent of an electrical malfunction orif your vehicle has a flat battery.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The ABS will not eliminate thedangers inherent when:
•you drive too close to the vehiclein front of you.
•the vehicle is aquaplaning.
•you take corners too fast.
•the road surface is poor.
PARKING BRAKE
All vehicles
WARNING
Vehicles with an automatictransmission should always beleft with the selector lever in positionP.
•Press the foot brake pedal firmly.
•Pull the parking brake lever upsmartly to its fullest extent.
•Do not press the release buttonwhile pulling the lever up.
•If your vehicle is parked on a hilland facing uphill, select first gearand turn the steering wheel awayfrom the kerb.
•If your vehicle is parked on a hilland facing downhill, select reversegear and turn the steering wheeltowards the kerb.
To release the parking brake, pressthe brake pedal firmly, pull the leverup slightly, depress the releasebutton and push the lever down.
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BrakesE70430
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine PRINCIPLE OF
OPERATION
WARNING
The parking aid does not relieveyou of your responsibility todrive with due care and attention.
CAUTIONS
The sensors may not detectobjects in heavy rain or otherconditions that cause disruptivereflections.
The sensors may not detectobjects with surfaces that absorbultrasonic waves.
The sensors may not detectobjects that are close to thevehicle (approximately 30centimetres [11 inches] to the rearand above or below the sensors).
If you use a high pressure sprayto wash your vehicle, only spraythe sensors briefly from a distancenot less than 20 centimetres (8inches).
Note:The parking aid may emit falsetones if it detects a signal using thesame frequency as the sensors or ifthe vehicle is fully laden.
Note:The outer sensors may detectthe side walls of a garage. If thedistance between the outer sensorand the side wall remains constantfor three seconds, the tone willswitch off. As you continue, the innersensors will detect rearward objects.
USING THE PARKING AID
Note:Keep the sensors free fromdirt, ice and snow. Do not clean withsharp objects.
Switching the parking aidon and off
Note:The parking aid switches offautomatically when you start theengine or when you exceed 16 km/h(10 mph).
Note:Vehicles fitted with a trailertow module not approved by us maynot correctly detect obstacles.
Note:On vehicles fitted with a towball arm, the rear sensors aredeactivated automatically when anytrailer lamps (or lighting boards) areconnected to the 13-pin socket via atrailer tow module we haveapproved. On vehicles fitted with atrailer tow module not approved byus, you have to switch the parkingaid off using the switch.
Note:The front and rear sensors arealways activated or deactivatedtogether.
Note:On vehicles fitted withautomatic transmission, the parkingaid will not operate in position P.
The parking aid is per default off. Toswitch the parking aid on, press theswitch in the instrument panel orselect reverse gear.
The light in the switch illuminateswhen the parking aid is activated.
To turn it off, press the switch again.
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Climate control blower3010
Ignition switch2011
Ignition relay 15l4012
Starter solenoid2013
Heated windscreen, right-hand side4014
Cooling fan relay3015
Heated windscreen, left-hand side4016
Not used-17
Not used-18
ABS module1019
Horn1520
Auxiliary heater2021
Power steering module1022
Headlamp washer3023
Auxiliary heater (diesel only)1524
Ignition, relays1025
Automatic transmission1026
Air conditioning clutch1027
Glow plug monitoring (diesel only)1028
Dual zone climate control1029
Powertrain control module, automatic transmission330
Battery sensor smart charging1031
Automatic transmission1032
Heated oxygen sensors (petrol only)1033
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Fuses
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CAUTIONS
Do not tow your vehicle fasterthan 50 km/h (30 mph) or furtherthan 50 kilometres (30 miles). Onvehicles with a 6DCT450transmission, do not tow your vehiclefaster than 30 km/h (18 mph).
If the stated speed or distance isto be exceeded the drive wheelsmust be lifted clear of the ground.
In the event of a mechanicalfailure of the transmission thedrive wheels must be lifted clear ofthe ground.
Do not tow your vehiclebackwards.
Select neutral when your vehicleis being towed.
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Vehicle recovery
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Removing a wheel
All vehicles
WARNINGS
Park your vehicle in such aposition that neither the trafficnor you are hindered or endangered.
Set up a warning triangle.
Make sure that the vehicle is onfirm, level ground with thewheels pointing straight ahead.
WARNINGS
Switch off the ignition and applythe parking brake.
If your vehicle has a manualtransmission, select first orreverse gear. If it has an automatictransmission, select park.
Have the passengers leave thevehicle.
Secure the diagonally oppositewheel with an appropriate blockor wheel chock.
Make sure that the arrows ondirectional tyres point in thedirection of rotation when the vehicleis moving forwards. If you have to fita spare wheel with the arrowspointing in the opposite direction,have the tyre refitted in the correctdirection by a properly trainedtechnician.
Do not work underneath thevehicle when it is supported onlyby a jack.
Make sure that the jack isvertical to the jacking point andthe base is flat on the ground.
CAUTION
Do not lay alloy wheels facedown on the ground, this willdamage the paint.
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Wheels and tyresE92932 E93020
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine A
A/CSee: Climate control..........................107
About this handbook........................7ABSSee: Brakes.........................................158
ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on driving with ABS.........158
AccessoriesSee: Parts and accessories..................7
Adaptive front lighting system(AFS)...............................................68Adjusting the pedals.......................58Adjusting the steering wheel.........55Adjusting the windscreen washerjets...................................................62AFSSee: Adaptive front lighting system(AFS)..................................................68
Air conditioningSee: Climate control..........................107
Air vents..........................................107Alarm.................................................53Appendices...................................255Arming the alarm.............................53Automatic arming delay.....................53Interior sensors....................................53
Arming the engine immobiliser.....52ASLSee: Automatic speed limiter(ASL).................................................166
Audible warnings andindicators........................................94Automatic transmission......................94Electronic parking brake (EPB).........94Frost.......................................................94Key-in-ignition......................................94Key outside car....................................94Lights on................................................94Low fuel.................................................94Seat belt reminder...............................95
Audio control...................................55Mode.....................................................56Seek.......................................................56Volume..................................................56
Audio unit commands.................242CD Player/CD Changer....................242Radio...................................................244
Autolamps........................................65Automatic climate control.............111Air distribution......................................112Blower...................................................112Mono mode.........................................112Recirculated air...................................113Setting the temperature.....................111Switching off the automatic climatecontrol...............................................113Switching the air conditioning on andoff.......................................................113To switch mono mode back on.......112To switch mono mode off.................112Windscreen defrosting anddemisting..........................................113
Automatic speed limiter(ASL)..............................................166Principle of operation........................166
Automatic transmission................154Drive modes.......................................156Emergency park position releaselever..................................................156General information...........................154Hints on driving with an automatictransmission....................................156Selector lever positions.....................155
Auxiliary heater...............................114Auxiliary heater....................................116Fuel operated heater.........................116Programmable auxiliary heater........114
Auxiliary input (AUX IN)socket...........................................140Type 1...................................................140Type 2..................................................140
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Index
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Information messages.................103Inspecting safety systemcomponents.................................175Seat belts.............................................175
Instrument lighting dimmer..........134Instruments......................................88Interior lamps...................................72Courtesy lamp......................................72Reading lamps.....................................72Vanity mirror lamps..............................72
Interior mirror...................................87Introduction........................................7ISOFIX anchor points......................24Attaching child safety seats with toptethers...............................................24
J
Jump startingSee: Using booster cables..............209
K
Keyless entry...................................44Deactivating the key freefunction..............................................49General information.............................44Locking the vehicle.............................49Passive key...........................................45Unlocking the vehicle..........................47
Keyless starting.............................145Failure to start.....................................147Ignition on............................................146Starting a diesel engine.....................146Starting with automatictransmission....................................146Starting with manualtransmission....................................146Stopping the engine..........................148
Keys and remote controls.............35
L
Lighting control................................64Headlamp flasher................................64Home safe lighting..............................64Lighting control positions...................64Main and dipped beam......................64Parking lamps.......................................64
Lighting.............................................64Load carrying.................................167General information...........................167
Locking and unlocking...................40Central and double locking.................41Doors.....................................................40Tailgate...................................................41
Locks................................................40Luggage covers.............................167
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Maintenance..................................188General information...........................188Technical specifications...................204
Manual climate control.................108Air conditioning...................................109Air distribution control........................108Blower..................................................108Rapid heating of vehicle interior......109Rapid windscreendefrosting/demisting.....................109Recirculated air...................................109Temperature control.........................108Ventilation............................................109
Manual seats..................................120Adjusting the angle of theseatback...........................................121Adjusting the height of the driver’sseat....................................................121Adjusting the lumbar support...........121Moving the seats backwards andforwards...........................................120
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Telephone controls......................234Ending or rejecting calls...................234Remote control.................................234
Telephone setup...........................231Bond another Bluetooth phone......233Making a phone an active phone....232Phonebook........................................232Phonebook categories....................232Placing your phone in the cradle.....231Requirements for cradleconnection......................................231
Telephone.......................................231General information...........................231
TelephoneSee: Using the telephone.......................See: Using the telephone.......................
Toll reader.......................................139Towing a trailer...............................169Steep gradients..................................169
Towing points.................................185Front towing eye................................185Rear towing eye.................................186
Towing the vehicle on fourwheels...........................................186All vehicles...........................................186Vehicles with automatictransmission....................................187
Towing.............................................169Transmission..................................154Type approvals..............................255Alarm....................................................261Engine immobiliser............................259Passive key........................................259Remote control.................................255
Tyre care........................................223Tyre repair kit..................................217Checking the tyre pressure.............222General information...........................217Inflating the tyre..................................218Using the tyre repair kit.....................218
TyresSee: Wheels and tyres.......................211
U
Using booster cables...................209To connect the booster cables......209To start the engine.............................210
Using cruise control......................164Cancelling the set speed..................165Changing the set speed...................164Resuming the set speed..................165Setting a speed..................................164Switching cruise control off..............165Switching cruise control on..............164
Using seat belts duringpregnancy......................................33Using snow chains.......................223Vehicles with stability control(ESP)................................................224
Using stability control.....................161Using the parking aid....................162Manoeuvring with the parkingaid.....................................................163Switching the parking aid on andoff......................................................162
Using the telephone............................Changing the active phone.............240Debonding a bonded phone...........240Handling an incoming call................239Handling a second incoming call.....239Making a call......................................238
Using voice control.......................242System operation..............................242
Using winter tyres.........................223
V
Vehicle battery..............................209Vehicle care...................................207Vehicle identification number(VIN)..............................................226Vehicle identification plate...........226Vehicle identification.....................226Vehicle recovery............................185
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