window FORD C MAX 2008 1.G User Guide
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Automatic wiper system
Some models without autowipers arefitted with a speed-dependent frontscreen wiper system.
When the vehicle is slowed to walkingspeed or is brought to a standstill, thewiper speed will automatically switchto the next lower wiper speedsetting.
When the vehicle speed is increased,the wiper speed will return to themanually-chosen setting.
Moving the wiper lever when thesystem is operating will switch off thesystem.
If the vehicle is again slowed towalking speed or is brought to astandstill, the system is reactivated.
WINDSCREEN WASHERS
WARNING
Do not operate the washer formore than 10 seconds at a time,and never when the reservoir isempty.
While the button at the end of thelever is pressed the washer will workin conjunction with the wipers.
After releasing the button, the wipersoperate for a short time.
REAR WINDOW WIPER
AND WASHERS
Intermittent wipe
Pull the lever towards the steeringwheel.
Reverse gear wipe
The rear wiper will be activatedautomatically when selecting reversegear if:
•the rear wiper is not alreadyswitched on,
•the wiper lever is in position A, B,C or D and
•the front wiper is operating (whenset to position B).
The rear wiper will follow the frontwiper interval (at intermittent ornormal speed).
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Rear window washer
WARNING
Do not operate the washer formore than 10 seconds at a time,and never when the reservoir isempty.
While the lever is pulled towards thesteering wheel the washer will workin conjunction with the wipers.
Once the wash/wipe cycle iscompleted, the wipers will pause andthen perform one more wipe to clearthe windscreen.
After releasing the lever, the wipersoperate for a short time.
ADJUSTING THE
WINDSCREEN WASHER
JETS
The eye ball jets can be adjustedprecisely using a pin.
HEADLAMP WASHERS
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine WARNING
Do not operate the washer formore than 10 seconds at a time,and never when the reservoir isempty.
Note:On some models, to preventthe washer fluid reservoir frombecoming empty too quickly, theheadlamp washer will not beactivated with every press of thebutton. For a period of ten minutesafter activation, the washer will onlybe activated again with every fourthpress of the button.
The headlamp washers operatewhen the exterior lights are switchedon and the windscreen washer isused. The system is supplied fromthe washer fluid reservoir.
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over theedge of the blade to check forroughness.
Clean the wiper blade lips with waterapplied with a soft sponge.
CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES
Windscreen wiper blades
Lift the wiper arm. Position the wiperblade at a right angle to the wiperarm. Remove the blade from the armand replace it.
Rear window wiper blades
Lift the wiper arm and position thewiper blade at a right angle to thewiper arm. To remove, press theretaining clip, disengage the wiperblade and pull it off the arm in theopposite direction.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ELECTRIC WINDOWS
WARNING
Do not operate the electricwindows unless they are freefrom obstruction.
Note:If you operate the switchesoften during a short period of time,the system might become inoperablefor a certain time to prevent damagedue to overheating.
Switch on the ignition to operate theelectric windows.
Global opening and closing
You can also operate the electricwindows with the ignition off via theglobal opening and closing function.See Locks (page 40).
Driver's door switches
You can operate all the windows withthe switches on the door trim panelof the driver’s door.
Opening and closing thewindows automatically
Press or lift the switch to the secondaction point and release itcompletely. Press or lift it again tostop the windows.
Safety switch for rearwindows
Note:You can always operate therear windows from the driver’s door.
A switch in the driver’s door disablesthe rear electric window switches.
The light in the switch comes on andthe lights in the rear window switchesgo off when the rear windows aredisabled.
Anti-trap function
WARNING
Careless closing of the windowscan override the protectionfunction and cause injuries.
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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 WARNING
Do not overestimate thedistance of the objects that yousee in the convex mirror. Objectsseen in convex mirrors will appearsmaller and further away than theyactually are.
Folding mirrors
Make sure that you fully engage themirror in its support when returningit to its original position.
ELECTRIC EXTERIOR
MIRRORS
Left-hand mirrorA
OffB
Right-hand mirrorC
The switch is located in the trim panelof the driver’s door.
Mirror tilting positions
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine On some models, the door mirrorsare heated when the heated rearwindow is switched on.
Electric folding mirrors
Note:When the mirrors areoperated often during a short periodof time, the system might becomeinoperable for a certain time toprevent damage due to overheating.
To fold/unfold the mirrors, brieflypress the switch. If the switch ispressed again while the mirrors aremoving, they will stop and reversethe direction of movement.
INTERIOR MIRROR
Dip the mirror to reduce glare whendriving at night.
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WARNING
Even if the temperature rises toabove +4ºC there is noguarantee that the road is free ofhazards caused by inclementweather.
At temperatures between+4°C and +1°C, the orangefrost warning lampilluminates. At temperatures below+1°C, the warning lamp glows red.
Glow plug indicator
If the glow plug indicatorlamp illuminates, wait untilthe it extinguishes beforestarting.
Headlamp indicator
The headlamp indicatorilluminates when theheadlamps are on dippedbeam or when the side and tail lampsare on.
Ignition warning lamp
Note:If the battery voltage is toohigh or too low, the ignition warninglamp will illuminate and the heatedwindscreen and heated rear window,the auxiliary heater or the airconditioning may switch on or offautomatically.
If it illuminates whilst driving,switch off all unnecessaryelectrical equipment anddrive immediately to the nearestexpert.
Low fuel level warning lamp
The warning lamp illuminateswhen there is enough fuel inthe tank for the vehicle totravel 80 km (50 miles). This iscalculated based on average fuelconsumption.
Main beam indicator
Illuminates when theheadlamps are on mainbeam or when theheadlamp flasher is used.
Maximum engine RPMwarning lamp
Illuminates when themaximum engine RPM(revolutions per minute) isreached.
Message indicator
It will illuminate when a newmessage is stored in theinformation display. SeeInformation messages (page103).
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine PRINCIPLE OF
OPERATION
Outside air
Keep the air intakes forward of thewindscreen free from obstruction(snow, leaves etc.) to allow theclimate control system to functioneffectively.
Recirculated air
CAUTION
Prolonged use of recirculated airmay cause the windows to mistup. If the windows mist up, follow thesettings for defrosting and demistingthe windscreen.
The air currently in the passengercompartment will be recirculated.Outside air will not enter the vehicle.
Heating
Heating performance depends onthe temperature of the enginecoolant.
Air conditioning
Note:The air conditioning operatesonly when the temperature is above4ºC (39ºF).
Note:If you use the air conditioning,the fuel consumption of your vehiclewill be higher.
Air is directed through the evaporatorwhere it is cooled. Humidity isextracted from the air to help keepthe windows free of mist. Theresulting condensation is directed tothe outside of the vehicle and it istherefore normal if you see a smallpool of water under your vehicle.
General information oncontrolling the interiorclimate
Fully close all the windows.
Warming the interior
Direct the air towards your feet. Incold or humid weather conditions,direct some of the air towards thewindscreen and the door windows.
Cooling the interior
Direct the air towards your face.
AIR VENTS
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Recirculated air
Press the switch to toggle betweenoutside air and recirculated interiorair. The light in the switch indicatesoperation.
Rapid windscreendefrosting/demisting
Recirculated air is switched offautomatically. If necessary turn theheated windows on.
Rapid heating of vehicleinterior
Ventilation
Set the air distribution control to facelevel or face level and footwell. Setthe blower to any position. Open theair vents to suit individualrequirements.
Air conditioning
Switching the air conditioningon and off
Note:For the air conditioning tooperate the engine must be running.
Press the switch to turn on or off. Thelamp in the switch indicates when airconditioning is selected.
If the blower is turned to position 0,the air conditioning will turn off. Whenthe blower is turned on again, the airconditioning will reactivateautomatically.
Cooling with outside air
Switch the air conditioning on.
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