fuel pressure FORD C MAX 2008 1.G Owners Manual

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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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Instruments

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Cold/hot engine
WARNING
At temperatures below -20 ºC,turn the ignition key to positionII for at least one second. Thisensures that maximum fuel pressureis established.
Depress the clutch pedal fully andstart the engine without touching theaccelerator.
If the engine does not start within 15seconds, wait for a short period andrepeat the procedure.
If the engine does not start afterthree attempts wait 10 seconds andfollow the Flooded engineprocedure.
If starting difficulty is experienced attemperatures below -25ºC, depressthe accelerator pedal ¼ to ½ of itstravel to assist starting.
Flooded engine
Depress the clutch pedal fully.
Slowly depress the accelerator fully,hold it in this position and start theengine.
If the engine does not start repeatthe Cold/hot engine procedure.
Vehicles with a Flexfuelengine
Starting at low ambienttemperatures
When the temperature is expectedto be lower than -15°C and thevehicle is filled with bio ethanol E 85,an engine block heater should beused to facilitate starting.
If the temperature is expected toremain below -15°C, it isrecommended that you increase theproportion of petrol in the tank bytopping up with 95 octane unleadedpetrol if the tank is not already full.About 10 litres of petrol will reducethe proportion of bio ethanol E 85 ina ¾ full tank from 85% to 70%.
If, at very low temperatures, the tankis filled with only bio ethanol E 85 andthere is no way to use an engineblock heater, you may experiencedifficulties starting the engine.
If the engine fails to start, proceed asfollows:
1.Depress the accelerator pedal 1/3to ½ of its travel.
2.Turn the ignition key to positionIII.
3.Release the ignition key as soonas the engine has started andrelease the accelerator pedalgradually as the engine speedincreases.
4.If the engine fails to start, depressthe accelerator pedal fully andrepeat steps 2 and 3.
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Starting the engine

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WARNINGS
Stop refuelling after the fuelnozzle stops the second time.Additional fuel will fill the expansionspace in the fuel tank which couldlead to fuel overflowing. Fuel spillagecould be hazardous to other roadusers.
Do not use any kind of flamesor heat near the fuel system.The fuel system is under pressure.There is a risk of injury if the fuelsystem is leaking.
FUEL QUALITY - PETROL
Note:We recommend that you useonly high quality fuel without additivesor other engine treatments.
CAUTION
Do not use leaded petrol orpetrol with additives containingother metallic compounds (e.g.manganese-based). They coulddamage the emission system.
Use minimum 95 octaneunleaded petrol that meets thespecification defined by EN 228, orequivalent.
FUEL QUALITY -
FLEXIBLE FUEL
WARNINGS
Do not modify the fuel systemconfiguration or thecomponents in the system.
Do not replace the fuel systemor the components with partsnot specially designed to be usedwith bio ethanol.
CAUTIONS
Do not use leaded petrol orpetrol with additives containingother metallic compounds (e.g.manganese-based). They coulddamage the emission system.
Do not use methanol instead ofbio ethanol E 85
Note:We recommend that you useonly high quality fuel without additivesor other engine treatments.
Note:When using bio ethanol E 85,you may experience a higher fuelconsumption.
Note:The correct fuel type for yourvehicle is shown on a decal on theinside of the fuel filler flap.
Note:Your vehicle will operate wellon commercial quality 95 octaneunleaded petrol, but only high qualitybio ethanol E 85 offers the sameprotection and performance.
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Fuel and refuelling

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Have your vehicle serviced regularlyto help maintain its roadworthinessand resale value. There is a largenetwork of Ford Authorised Repairersthat are there to help you with theirprofessional servicing expertise. Webelieve that their specially trainedtechnicians are best qualified toservice your vehicle properly andexpertly. They are supported by awide range of highly specialised toolsdeveloped specifically for servicingyour vehicle.
In addition to regular servicing, werecommend that you carry out thefollowing additional checks.
WARNINGS
Switch the ignition off beforetouching or attemptingadjustment of any kind.
Do not touch the electronicignition system parts after youhave switched the ignition on orwhen the engine is running. Thesystem operates at high voltage.
Keep your hands and clothingclear of the engine cooling fan.Under certain conditions, the fan maycontinue to run for several minutesafter you have switched the engineoff.
Daily checks
•Exterior lamps.
•Interior lamps.
•Warning lamps and indicators.
Check when refuelling
•Engine oil level. See Engine oilcheck (page 200).
•Brake fluid level. See Brake andclutch fluid check (page 202).
•Washer fluid level. See Washerfluid check (page 203).
•Tyre pressures (when cold). SeeWheels and tyres (page 211).
•Tyre condition. See Wheels andtyres (page 211).
Monthly checks
•Engine coolant level (engine cold).See Engine coolant check(page 201).
•Pipes, hoses and reservoirs forleaks.
•Power steering fluid level. SeePower steering fluid check(page 202).
•Air conditioning operation.
•Parking brake operation.
•Horn operation.
•Tightness of wheel nuts. SeeWheels and tyres (page 211).
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Maintenance

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VentsSee: Air vents......................................107
VINSee: Vehicle identification number(VIN).................................................226
Voice control............................57, 241Principle of operation........................241
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Warning lamps and indicators......90ABS warning lamp...............................90Airbag warning lamp...........................90Brake system and ABS warninglamps..................................................91Brake system warning lamp..............90Cruise control indicator.......................91Direction indicator................................91Doors open warning lamp..................91Engine systems fault warninglamp....................................................91Engine warning lamp...........................91Front fog lamp indicator......................91Frost warning lamp..............................92Glow plug indicator.............................92Headlamp indicator.............................92Ignition warning lamp..........................92Low fuel level warning lamp...............92Main beam indicator...........................92Maximum engine RPM warninglamp...................................................92Message indicator...............................92Oil pressure warning lamp.................93Power steering warning lamp...........93Rear fog lamp indicator......................93Seat belt reminder...............................93Stability control (ESP) indicator..........93
Warning triangle.............................174Washer fluid check.......................203Washers
See: Wipers and washers..................59
WashingSee: Cleaning the exterior...............207
Wheels and tyres...........................211General information............................211Technical specifications...................224
Windows and mirrors.....................84Windscreen washers......................61Windscreen wipers.........................59Automatic wiper system.....................61Autowipers...........................................59Intermittent wipe..................................59
Winter tyresSee: Using winter tyres....................223
Wipers and washers.......................59
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