check engine FORD C MAX 2008 1.G User Guide
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The electric windows will stopautomatically while closing andreverse some distance if there is anobstacle in the way.
Overriding the anti-trapfunction
CAUTION
While you close the window forthe third time, the anti-trapfunction is disabled. Make sure thereare no obstacles in the way of theclosing window.
To override this protection functionwhen there is a resistance, e.g. in thewinter, proceed as follows:
1.Close the window twice until itreaches the resistance and let itreverse.
2.Close the window a third time tothe resistance. The anti-trapfunction is disabled and youcannot close the windowautomatically. The window willoverride the resistance and youcan close it fully.
3.If the window does not close afterthe third attempt, have it checkedby an expert.
Resetting the memory of
the electric windows
WARNING
The anti-trap function isdeactivated until you have resetthe memory.
After the battery has beendisconnected from the vehicle youmust reset the memory separatelyfor each window:
1.Lift and hold the switch until thewindow is fully closed.
2.Release the switch.
3.Lift the switch again for one moresecond.
4.Push and hold the switch until thewindow is fully open.
5.Release the switch.
6.Lift and hold the switch until thewindow is fully closed.
7.Open the window and try to closeit automatically.
8.Reset and repeat procedure if thewindow does not closeautomatically.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Convex mirrors
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Engine coolant temperaturegauge
All vehicles
Shows the temperature of the enginecoolant. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will remainin the centre section.
CAUTION
Do not restart the engine until thecause of overheating has beenresolved.
If the needle enters the red section,the engine is overheating. Stop theengine, switch the ignition off anddetermine the cause once theengine has cooled down. SeeEngine coolant check (page 201).
Fuel gauge
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pumpsymbol indicates on which side of thevehicle the fuel filler cap is located.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps andindicators illuminate when the ignitionis switched on:
•Airbag
•Oil pressure
•Engine immobiliser
•ABS
•Stability control (ESP)
•Engine
•Doors open
•Brake system
•Engine systems fault
•Frost
•Power steering
•Ignition
If a warning lamp or indicator doesnot illuminate when the ignition isswitched on, it indicates amalfunction. Have the systemchecked by an expert.
ABS warning lamp
If the ABS warning lampilluminates when driving, itindicates a malfunction.Have this checked by an expert.Normal braking (without ABS) will bemaintained.
Airbag warning lamp
If the warning lamp does notilluminate, if it stays on orilluminates intermittently orcontinuously while driving, it meansthere is a malfunction. Have thesystem checked by an expert.
Brake system warning lamp
WARNING
If it illuminates after releasing theparking brake or when driving,have the braking system checked byan expert immediately.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The brake system warninglamp remains illuminatedwhen the parking brake isengaged. It will also illuminate if thebrake fluid level falls below the MINmark.
Brake system and ABSwarning lamps
WARNING
Reduce vehicle speed gradually.Use the brakes with great care.Do not step on the brake pedalabruptly.
If both warning lamps illuminate atthe same time when driving, stopthe vehicle as soon as it is safe todo so. Have the braking systemchecked by an expert beforecontinuing your journey.
Cruise control indicator
The indicator in theinstrument cluster willilluminate when the systemis in use.
Direction indicator
A sudden increase in therate of flashing warns of afailed indicator bulb.
Doors open warning lamp
Illuminates when the ignitionis switched on and remainson if any door, the bonnet orthe luggage compartment is notclosed properly.
Engine systems faultwarning lamp
Illuminates to indicate amalfunction of the engineand powertrain relatedsystems. Stop the vehicle as soon assafely possible and switch off theengine immediately. Have the enginechecked by an expert immediately.
Engine warning lamp
If it illuminates with theengine running, it indicatesa malfunction. If it flasheswhen driving, reduce the vehiclespeed immediately. If it continues toflash, avoid heavy acceleration andhigh engine speed. Have your vehiclechecked by an expert immediately.
Front fog lamp indicator
The indicator will illuminatewhen the front fog lampsare in use.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Oil pressure warning lamp
WARNING
Do not resume the journey if theoil level is correct. Have theengine checked by an expert.
If it stays on after starting orilluminates during a journey,stop immediately, switch offthe engine and check the engine oillevel. Top up straight away if the levelis low.
Power steering warninglamp
Illuminates to indicate amalfunction of the powersteering system. Fullsteering will be maintained but youwill need to exert greater force onthe steering wheel. Have the systemchecked by an expert as soon aspossible.
Rear fog lamp indicator
The indicator in theinstrument cluster willilluminate when the rear foglamps are switched on.
Seat belt reminder
WARNINGS
The seat belt reminder remainsin stand-by mode after thedriver has fastened his/her seat belt.It will be reactivated if the driverunbuckles his/her seat belt.
WARNINGS
Never sit on top of a buckledseat belt to avoid the seat beltreminder. The restraint system canonly work properly if passengershave buckled up their seat belts.
When the vehicle’s speedexceeds 23 km/h (14 mph),the seat belt reminder willilluminate if the driver’s seat belt isunbuckled. The seat belt reminderwill not go out until the driver hasfastened his/her seat belt.
To deactivate the seat belt reminderfor one ignition cycle, the driver mustbuckle and unbuckle the seat beltwithin 3 seconds with the ignitionswitched on.
Stability control (ESP)indicator
Note:If the indicator does notilluminate when the ignition isswitched on or if it stays illuminatedwhilst driving, it indicates amalfunction.
Illuminates when stabilitycontrol is switched off andflashes when stability control(ESP) is activated.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine SystemWarninglampMessage
Key free system.-Close boot or use spare key
Lighting
SystemWarninglampMessage
Brake lamp switch. Thevehicle can be driven asnormal. However, cruisecontrol cannot be switchedon. Have the system checkedby an expert as soon aspossible.
redBrake light fault
Adaptive front lighting system(AFS).amberAdaptive front light failure
Maintenance
SystemWarninglampMessage
Cooling system.redHigh engine temperature
Brakes.redLow brake fluid level
Engine. Stop the vehicle assoon as safely possible andswitch off the engine immedi-ately. Have the enginechecked by an expert imme-diately.
redEngine malfunction
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Information displays
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine SystemWarninglampMessage
Electronic acceleration control(EAC). The vehicle can bedriven but the accelerationrate will be noticeablyreduced. Maximum vehiclespeed will be maintained.Have the system checked byan expert as soon as possible.
redAcceleration reduced
Screen washer.amberLow washer fluid level
Service Indication-Service oil
Power steering
SystemWarninglampMessage
Power steering. Full steeringwill be maintained but you willneed to exert greater forceon the steering wheel. Havethe system checked by anexpert as soon as possible.
amberPower steering malfunction
Transmission
SystemWarninglampMessage
Under certain driving condi-tions it is possible that theclutches in the transmissioncan overheat. In thesecircumstances it is necessaryto press the brake pedal and
redTransm. overt. Press brake
stop the vehicle to preventdamage to the transmission.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine To open or close the sunroofautomatically press either side of theswitch to the second action point andrelease it completely. Press again tostop.
When the closed position is reached,the sunroof stops automatically.
Sunroof anti-trapprotection
WARNINGS
The anti-trap function isdeactivated until the memoryhas been reset. Careless closing ofthe window can cause injuries.
Careless closing of the electricsunroof can override theanti-trap protection and causeinjuries.
The sunroof will stop automaticallywhile closing and reverse somedistance if there is an obstacle in theway.
To override anti-trap protection whenthere is a resistance, e. g. in thewinter, proceed as follows:
WARNING
While the sunroof is beingclosed for the third time, theanti-trap function is disabled. Makesure there are no obstacles in theway of the closing sunroof.
Close the sunroof a third time to theresistance. The anti-trap function isdisabled and the sunroof cannot beclosed automatically. The sunroof willoverride the resistance and can thenbe closed fully.
If the sunroof does not close after thethird attempt, have it checked by anexpert.
Sunroof safety mode
WARNING
The anti-trap function is notactive during this procedure.Make sure that there are noobstacles in the way of the closingsunroof.
If the system detects a malfunction,it enters a safety mode. The sunroofwill move for only about 0.5 secondsat a time and then stop again. Closethe sunroof by pressing the buttonagain when the sunroof stopsmoving. When the rear of the sunroofis lifted, lift the rear all the way andthen close the sunroof. Have thesystem checked by an expertimmediately.
Sunroof relearning
WARNING
The anti-trap function is notactive during this procedure.Make sure that there are noobstacles in the way of the closingsunroof.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Returning the seats to theseating position
All vehicles
WARNINGS
Make sure that no objects arelocated in the storagecompartments under the rear seatswhich could get damaged when theseats are folded down.
To avoid injury, take care whenfolding the seats down.
WARNINGS
Make sure that the locking holeon the floor is clear of sand, rockor any objects which may preventthe seat from locking.
Before folding the seats back down,pull the lower bar on the rear of eachseat and check that the latches arein the delatched (extended) position.
Note:If one or both outboard seatsare folded forward together with thecentre seat, the outboard seats mustbe folded back down first.
Vehicles with bungee straps
WARNING
When the bungee strap isdetatched from the headrestraint, it will recoil back into theseat. Take care not to get yourfingers caught when the strap recoils.
Detach the bungee straps.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine In order to remove the seats from theretaining bar on the floor, the seatshould be held at an angle ofapproximately 45 degrees to thefloor.
Lift the seats out.
Installing the seats
WARNINGS
Make sure that no objects arelocated in the storagecompartments under the rear seatswhich could get damaged when theseats are folded down.
To avoid injury, take care whenfolding the seats down.
Make sure that the locking holeon the floor is clear of sand, rockor any objects which may preventthe seat from locking.
Ensure that both locking claws arerotated to the open position.
To reinstall the seats, lower the seatonto the retaining bar on the floor. Inorder to do so, the seat should beheld at an angle of approximately 45degrees to the floor.
Before folding the seats back down,pull the lower bar on the rear of theseat and check that the latches arein the delatched (extended) position.
Push the seat back down until itengages.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine CAUTIONS
Do not exceed the maximumpower output. If you do, the LEDwill flash twice. Remove the plug andre-insert it.
If the LED flashes 3 or 4 times,have the system checked by aproperly trained technician.
CENTRE CONSOLE
Front seat centre console
WARNINGS
Do not place hot drinks in thecup holders when the vehicle ismoving.
Do not use the rear storagecompartment as an ashtray.
The following features areincorporated into the centre console:
•Front and rear storagecompartments.
•Ashtray. To empty, pull out thecomplete ashtray.
•Cigar lighter. See Cigar lighter(page 134).
•Cup holders.
•Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket.See Auxiliary input (AUX IN)socket (page 140).
•Storage box.
Storage box
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