brake FORD C MAX 2011 2.G User Guide

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Action
Message indic-
ator
Message
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so and switch off the
ignition. Have the system checked
by a properly trained technician as
soon as possible.
red
High engine temperature stop
safely
Check the brake fluid level. See
Brake and Clutch Fluid Check
(page 191).
red
Brake fluid level low service now
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician immediately.
red
Brake system malfunction stop
safely
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible and switch off the engine
immediately. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician immediately.
red
Engine malfunction service now
See Engine Oil Check (page 190).
amber
Engine oil level low check level
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.
amber
Water detected in fuel service
required
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.
amber
Engine malfunction service now
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.
-
Engine oil change due
Check the washer fluid level. See
Washer Fluid Check (page 192).
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Washer fluid level low
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Information Displays

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Message
indicator
Message
See Keyless Starting (page 129).
-
Press brake to start
See Keyless Starting (page 129).
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Press clutch to start
See Keyless Starting (page 129).
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Press brake and clutch
to start
See Diesel Particulate Filter (page 130).
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Engine preheating
See Diesel Particulate Filter (page 130).
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Cleaning exhaust filter
See Diesel Particulate Filter (page 130).
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Filter cleaning
complete
Start-stop Action
Message
indicator
Message
Switch the ignition off before leaving the vehicle
if the system has shut down the engine. See
Using start-stop (page 133).
red
Auto StartStop Switch
ignition off
The engine needs to be restarted, press the clutch
pedal to start. See Using start-stop (page 133).
-
Auto StartStop Press
clutch to start engine
Select neutral for the system to restart the engine.
See Using start-stop (page 133).
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Auto StartStop Select
neutral
The system is not functioning. A manual restart is
required.
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Auto StartStop Manual
Start required
Transmission Action
Message indic-
ator
Message
Under certain driving conditions it
is possible that the clutches in the
transmission can overheat. In
these circumstances it is neces-
sary to press the brake pedal and
stop the vehicle to prevent further
red
Transmission too hot press brake
overheating. Select N
(NEUTRAL) or P (PARK) and
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Information Displays

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Message indic-
ator
Message
apply the foot brake and parking
brake until the transmission has
cooled and the message disap-
pears from the display. If the
vehicle is driven with this message
active you may experience vehicle
judder as a further overheat
warning.
The transmission is too hot. In
these extreme conditions the
transmission will disengage drive
in order to prevent damage due to
overheating. You will not be able
to drive until the transmission has
red
Transmission overheating stop
safely
cooled. Select N (NEUTRAL) or
P (PARK) and apply the foot
brake and parking brake until the
transmission has cooled and the
message disappears from the
display.
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.
red
Transmission malfunction service
now
Under certain driving conditions it
is possible that the clutches in the
transmission can overheat. In
these circumstances it is neces-
sary to press the brake pedal and
stop the vehicle to prevent further
amber
Transmission too hot press brake
overheating. Select N
(NEUTRAL) or P (PARK) and
apply the foot brake and parking
brake until the transmission has
cooled and the message disap-
pears from the display.
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.
amber
Transmission limited function
check handbook
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Information Displays

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Message indic-
ator
Message
At low outside temperatures, after
starting the engine, it may take the
transmission several seconds to
engage R (REVERSE) or D
(DRIVE). Keep the brake pedal
depressed until these messages
disappear from the display.
-
Transmission warming up please
wait
See Automatic Transmission
(page 141). See Starting and
Stopping the Engine (page 127).
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Transmission not in Park select P
Tyre pressure monitoring system Action
Message indic-
ator
Message
The pressure in one or more tyres
has dropped. Check as soon as
possible.
amber
Check tyre pressures
Permanent malfunction. Have
your vehicle checked by a properly
trained technician.
amber
Tyre pressure sys malfunction
service required
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Information Displays

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General points on starting
If the battery has been disconnected the
vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approx. 8 kilometres (5
miles) after reconnecting the battery.
This is because the engine management
system must realign itself with the engine.
Any unusual driving characteristics during
this period may be disregarded.
Starting the engine by towing or
pushing
WARNING
To prevent damage you must not
push or tow start your vehicle. Use
booster cables and a booster battery.
See Jump-Starting the Vehicle (page
197). IGNITION SWITCH
WARNING
Never return the key to position 0 or
I when the vehicle is in motion.
0 The ignition is off.
I The ignition and all main electrical circuits
are disabled.
Note:
Do not leave the ignition key in this
position for too long to avoid discharging
the battery. II The ignition is switched on. All electrical
circuits are operational. Warning lamps
and indicators illuminate. This is the key
position when driving. You must also select
it when being towed.
III The starter motor is activated. Release
the key as soon as the engine starts.
STEERING WHEEL LOCK
WARNING
Always check that the steering is
unlocked before attempting to move
your vehicle.
Vehicles without keyless starting
To activate the steering wheel lock;
1. Remove the key from the ignition
switch.
2. Turn the steering wheel.
Vehicles with keyless starting
Note: The steering wheel lock will not
activate when the ignition is on or the
vehicle is moving.
Your vehicle has an electronically
controlled steering wheel lock. This
operates automatically.
The steering wheel lock will activate after
a short period of time once you have
parked your vehicle and the passive key is
outside of the vehicle, or when you lock the
vehicle. See Keyless Entry (page 43).
Deactivating the steering wheel lock
Switch the ignition on, or:
Vehicles with automatic transmission
• Press the brake pedal.
Vehicles with manual transmission
• Press the clutch pedal.
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Starting and Stopping the EngineE72128

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Note:
You can only operate the starter for
a maximum of 30 seconds at a time.
Cold or hot engine
All vehicles CAUTION
When the temperature is below -20°C
(-4°F), switch the ignition on for at
least one second before starting the
engine. This will make sure that the
maximum fuel pressure is established for
starting the engine. Vehicles with manual transmission
Note:
Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2. Start the engine.
Vehicles with automatic transmission
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Select park or neutral.
2. Fully depress the brake pedal.
3. Start the engine.
All vehicles
If the engine does not start within 15
seconds, wait for a short period and try
again.
If the engine does not start after three
attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow the
Flooded engine procedure.
If you have difficulty starting the engine
when the temperature is below -25°C
(-13°F), press the accelerator pedal
between ¼ to ½ of its travel and try again. Flooded engine
Vehicles with manual transmission
1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2.
Fully depress the accelerator pedal and
hold it there.
3. Start the engine.
Vehicles with automatic transmission
1. Select park or neutral.
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal and
hold it there.
3. Fully depress the brake pedal.
4. Start the engine.
All vehicles
If the engine does not start, repeat the
Cold or hot engine procedure.
Engine idle speed after starting
The speed at which the engine idles
immediately after starting will vary
depending on the engine temperature.
If the engine is cold then the idle speed will
automatically be increased in order to heat
the catalytic converter as quickly as
possible. This makes sure that vehicle
emissions are kept to an absolute
minimum.
The idle speed will slowly decrease to the
normal level as the catalytic converter
warms up.
STARTING A DIESEL ENGINE
Cold or hot engine
All vehicles
Note: When the temperature is below -15°C
(5°F), you may need to crank the engine for
up to 25 seconds.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine

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Continue cranking the engine until it
starts.
Note: You can only operate the starter for
a maximum of 30 seconds at a time. Switch the ignition on and wait
until the glow plug indicator goes
off.
Vehicles with manual transmission
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2. Start the engine.
Vehicles with automatic transmission
1. Select park or neutral.
2. Fully depress the brake pedal.
3. Start the engine.
KEYLESS STARTING WARNINGS
The keyless starting system may not
function if the key is close to metal
objects or electronic devices such as
mobile phones. Always check that the steering wheel
lock is deactivated before
attempting to move your vehicle.
See Steering Wheel Lock (page 127). Note:
The ignition may automatically
switch off after a period of time if your
vehicle has been left unattended with the
ignition on. This is to prevent the vehicle
battery from discharging.
Note: A valid passive key must be located
inside the vehicle to switch the ignition on
and start the engine.
Note: To start your engine you must also
fully depress the brake or clutch pedal,
depending on the transmission fitted. Ignition on
Press the start button once. All electrical
circuits are operational, warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.
Starting with automatic
transmission
Note:
Releasing the brake pedal during
engine start may stop the engine cranking
and return to ignition on.
1. Make sure the transmission is in P or N.
2. Fully depress the brake pedal.
3. Press the start button.
Starting with manual transmission
Note: Releasing the clutch pedal during
engine start will stop the engine cranking
and return to ignition on.
1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2. Press the start button.
Starting a diesel engine
Note: Engine cranking may not commence
until the engine glow plug cycle has been
completed. This may take several seconds
in extremely cold conditions.
Note: Continue to press the clutch or brake
pedal until engine cranking begins.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine E85766

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The passive starting system will not
function if:
•
The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
• The passive key battery is flat.
If you are unable to start your vehicle carry
out the following procedure. 1. Carefully prise out the cover.
2. Insert the key into the key holder.
3. With the key in this position you can
use the start button to switch the
ignition on and start your vehicle. Stopping the engine with the
vehicle stationary
Note:
The ignition, all electrical circuits,
warning lamps and indicators will be
switched off.
Manual transmission
Press the start button.
Automatic transmission
1. Move the selector lever to position P.
2. Press the start button.
Stopping the engine when the
vehicle is moving WARNING
Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance.
The steering will not be locked, but higher
effort will be required. When the ignition is
switched off some electrical circuits,
warning lamps and indicators may also be
OFF. Press and hold the start button for two
seconds, or press twice within two
seconds.
DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER
The DPF forms part of the emissions
reduction systems fitted to your vehicle. It
filters harmful diesel particulates (soot)
from the exhaust gas.
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Starting and Stopping the EngineE87381 E85767

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Low engine operating temperature.
• Low brake system vacuum.
• If a road speed of 5 km/h (3 mph) has
not been exceeded.
To re-start the engine
Note: The gear lever must be in the neutral
position.
Depress the clutch pedal.
The system may automatically restart the
engine under certain conditions, for
example:
• Low battery voltage.
• To maintain the interior climate.
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Start-Stop

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CAUTION
Do not engage reverse gear when the
vehicle is moving. This can cause
damage to the transmission.
On some vehicles it is necessary to raise
the collar whilst selecting reverse gear.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Selector lever positions
ParkP
Reverse
R Neutral
N
Drive
D
Sport mode and manual shifting
S WARNING
Apply the brakes before moving the
selector lever and keep them applied
until you are ready to move off.
Note:
A cold engine has a higher idle speed.
This will increase the tendency for your
vehicle to creep when you have selected a
drive gear.
Press the button on the selector lever to
select reverse and park.
The selector lever position will be shown
in the information display.
Park WARNINGS
Select park only when your vehicle
is stationary.
Apply the parking brake and
select park before leaving your
vehicle. Make sure that the selector
lever is latched in position. Note:
An audible warning will sound if you
open the driver's door and you have not
selected park.
In this position, power is not transmitted
to the drive wheels and the transmission
is locked. You can start the engine with the
selector lever in this position.
Reverse WARNING
Select reverse only when your vehicle
is stationary and the engine is at idle
speed.
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