refuelling FORD C MAX 2008 1.G Owners Manual

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Safety precautions........................149
Fuel quality - Petrol........................149
Fuel quality - Flexible Fuel............149
Fuel quality - Diesel.......................150
Catalytic converter........................150
Fuel filler flap....................................151
Refuelling.........................................151
Fuel consumption..........................151
Technical specifications................152
Transmission
Manual transmission.....................154
Automatic transmission................154
Brakes
Principle of operation....................158
Hints on driving with ABS.............158
Parking brake.................................159
Stability control
Principle of operation....................160
Using stability control.....................161
Parking aid
Principle of operation....................162
Using the parking aid....................162
Cruise control
Principle of operation....................164
Using cruise control......................164
Automatic speed limiter
(ASL)
Principle of operation....................166
Load carrying
General information.......................167
Luggage covers.............................167
Rear under floor storage..............168
Towing
Towing a trailer...............................169
Detachable tow ball......................169
Driving hints
Running-in.......................................173
Emergency
equipment
First aid kit.......................................174
Warning triangle.............................174
Status after a
collision
Fuel cut-off switch.........................175
Inspecting safety systemcomponents...............................175
Fuses
Fuse box locations........................176
Changing a fuse.............................177
Fuse labels......................................177
Fuse specification chart................179
Vehicle recovery
Towing points.................................185
Towing the vehicle on fourwheels.........................................186
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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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Long-term storage
Due to small amounts of corrosiveimpurities that may be found in thebio ethanol E 85, it is recommendedthat you fill the tank with only 95octane unleaded petrol prior tolong-term storage of your vehicle.
FUEL QUALITY - DIESEL
Note:We recommend that you useonly high quality fuel without additivesor other engine treatments.
WARNING
Do not mix diesel with oil, petrolor other liquids. This could causea chemical reaction.
CAUTION
Do not add kerosene, paraffin orpetrol to diesel. This could causedamage to the fuel system.
Note:We do not recommend theprolonged use of additives intendedto prevent fuel waxing.
Use diesel that meets thespecification defined by EN 590, orequivalent.
You can use diesel that contains upto 5% RME (bio diesel).
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
Driving with a catalyticconverter
CAUTIONS
Avoid running out of fuel.
Do not crank the engine for longperiods.
Do not run the engine when aspark plug lead is disconnected.
Do not push-start or tow-startyour vehicle. Use booster cables.See Using booster cables (page209).
Do not switch the ignition offwhen driving.
Parking
WARNING
Do not park your vehicle overdry leaves or dry grass. Theexhaust will continue to radiate aconsiderable amount of heat afteryou have switched the engine off.This is a potential fire hazard.
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Note:Central locking also locks andunlocks the fuel filler flap. See Locks(page 40).
Open the flap fully until it engages.Turn the fuel filler cap anti-clockwise.
When the filler cap is removed, ahissing noise may be heard. This isnormal and should be disregarded.
To close, turn the cap clockwise untilit clicks.
REFUELLING
CAUTION
Do not attempt to start theengine if you have filled the fueltank with the incorrect fuel. This coulddamage the engine. Have the systemchecked by a properly trainedtechnician immediately.
FUEL CONSUMPTION
The CO2 and fuel consumptionfigures are derived from laboratorytests according to EEC Directive80/1268/EEC and subsequentamendments and are carried out byall vehicle manufacturers.
They are intended as a comparisonbetween makes and models ofvehicles. They are not intended torepresent the real world fuelconsumption you may get from yourvehicle. Real world fuel consumptionis governed by many factorsincluding; driving style, high speeddriving, stop/start driving, airconditioning usage, the accessoriesfitted and towing etc.
Your Ford dealer can give you adviceon improving your fuel consumption.
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Fuel consumption figures
CO2 emis-sionsCombinedExtra-urbanUrban
Variant
g/kml/100 km(mpg)l/100 km(mpg)l/100 km(mpg)
1646.9 (40.9)5.7 (49.6)8.9 (31.7)1.6 l Duratec, Stage III/IV,Axle ratio: 4.06
1626.8 (41.5)5.5 (51.4)8.9 (31.7)1.6 l Duratec Ti-VCT,Stage IV, Axle ratio: 4.06
1697.1 (39.8)5.6 (50.4)9.6 (29.4)1.8 l Duratec-HE, StageIII/IV, Axle ratio: 4.06
1847.7 (36.7)6.0 (47.1)10.6 (26.6)1.8 l Duratec-HE, StageIV, Durashift CVT, Axleratio: 5.19
1747.3 (38.7)5.6 (50.4)10.0 (28.3)2.0 l Duratec-HE, StageIII/IV, Manual, Axle ratio:4.07
1948.1 (34.9)6.2 (45.6)11.3 (25.0)2.0 l Duratec-HE, StageIV, Automatic, Axle ratio:4.20
1274.8 (58.9)4.1 (68.9)6.0 (47.1)1.6 l Duratorq-TDCi 66kW (90 PS), Stage IV,Axle ratio: 3.41
1294.9 (57.6)4.1 (68.9)6.3 (44.8)1.6 l Duratorq-TDCi 80kW (109 PS), Stage III/IV,Axle ratio: 3.41
1535.7 (49.6)4.9 (57.6)7.1 (39.8)
1.6 l Duratorq-TDCi 80kW (109 PS), Stage III,Durashift CVT, Axle ratio:4.33
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Variant
g/kml/100 km(mpg)l/100 km(mpg)l/100 km(mpg)
1545.8 (48.7)4.9 (57.6)7.4 (38.2)
1.6 l Duratorq-TDCi 80kW (109 PS), Stage IVwith a DPF, DurashiftCVT, Axle ratio: 4.33
1435.4 (52.3)4.5 (62.8)6.9 (40.9)1.8 l Duratorq-TDCi,Stage IV, Axle ratio: 3.41
1485.6 (50.4)4.5 (62.8)7.5 (37.7)2.0 l Duratorq-TDCi,Stage III, Axle ratio: 4.07(2.85 in 5th/6th)
1545.8 (48.7)4.8 (58.9)7.6 (37.2)2.0 l Duratorq-TDCi,Stage IV, Axle ratio: 4.07(2.85 in 5th/6th)
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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

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Engine coolant check...................201Topping up the coolant.....................201
Engine heater.................................148Engine immobiliser..........................52Principle of operation..........................52
Engine number....................................Engine oil check............................200Checking the oil level........................200Topping up..........................................201
Engine oil dipstick................................Exterior mirrors................................85Convex mirrors....................................85Folding mirrors.....................................86
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Fastening the seat belts.................31First aid kit.......................................174Foot pedalsSee: Adjusting the pedals..................58
Front fog lamps...............................65Fuel and refuelling.........................149Technical specifications....................152
Fuel burning heaterSee: Auxiliary heater...........................114
Fuel consumptionSee: .....................................................152
Fuel consumption..........................151Fuel cut-off switch.........................175Vehicles with a Duratec engine........175
Fuel filler flap....................................151Fuel quality............................................Fuse box locations........................176Auxiliary fuse box................................176Central fuse box.................................177
Fuse labels......................................177Fuses...............................................176Fuse specification chart................179Engine junction box...........................179Passenger junction box.....................181
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Gauges.............................................88Engine coolant temperaturegauge.................................................90Fuel gauge............................................90
GearboxSee: Transmission..............................154
General information on radiofrequencies....................................35Glasses holder...............................139Global opening and closing...........50Global closing.......................................50Global opening.....................................50
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HandbrakeSee: Parking brake............................159
Hazard warning flashers................70Headlamp levelling..........................66Headlamp washers........................62Head restraints...............................121Adjusting the head restraint..............121Removing the head restraint...........122
Heated seats.................................132Heated windows and mirrors......114Heated exterior mirrors.....................114Heated windows.................................114
HeatingSee: Climate control..........................107
Hints on driving with ABS.............158Horn..................................................55
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Ignition switch.................................141Ignition switch positions.....................141
ImmobiliserSee: Engine immobiliser.....................52
Information displays........................96General information.............................96
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Index

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Rear under floor storage..............168Rear window wiper andwashers..........................................61Intermittent wipe..................................61Rear window washer..........................62Reverse gear wipe...............................61
Refuelling.........................................151Remote control batterySee: Changing the remote controlbattery...............................................36
Remote control programmingSee: Programming the remotecontrol................................................35
Repairing minor paintdamage.......................................208Running-in.......................................173Brakes and clutch..............................173Engine..................................................173Tyres.....................................................173
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Safety precautions........................149Seat back trays..............................138Seat belt height adjustment..........33Seats...............................................120Sitting in the correct position.......120Snow chainsSee: Using snow chains...................223
Speed controlSee: Cruise control............................164
Stability control...............................160Principle of operation........................160
Stability controlSee: Using stability control................161
Starter switchSee: Ignition switch.............................141
Starting a diesel engine................144Cold/hot engine.................................144Vehicles with the key freesystem.............................................145
Starting a petrol engine................142All vehicles...........................................142Except vehicles with a Flexfuelengine..............................................143Vehicles with a Flexfuel engine........143Vehicles with the key freesystem.............................................144
Starting the engine.........................141General information............................141
Status after a collision...................175Steering wheel lock.......................142Vehicles with keyless starting..........142Vehicles without keyless starting.....142
Steering wheel................................55Storage compartments................137Driver’s seat storage bin...................138Front storage compartment............137Storage area under the rear centreseat...................................................138
Sun blinds.......................................133Panoramic roof...................................133Side windows.....................................133
SunroofSee: Electric sunroof..........................116
Sun visors.......................................133Switching off the engine...............148Vehicles with a turbocharger...........148
Symbols glossary..............................7Symbols in this handbook.....................7Symbols on your vehicle.......................7
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Technical specifications...............228Technical specifications...................228
Telephone commands................247Create a phonebook........................248Main settings......................................251Phone..................................................247Phone functions................................249
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