keyless FORD C MAX 2011 2.G User Guide
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Stability control (ESP) indicator
While driving, it flashes during
activation of the system. After
switching on the ignition, if it
does not illuminate or illuminates
continuously while driving, this indicates a
malfunction. During a malfunction, the
system switches off. Have the system
checked by a properly trained technician
as soon as possible. If you switch traction control off,
the warning lamp will illuminate.
The lamp will go out when you
switch the system back on or when you
switch the ignition off.
Start-stop indicator It will illuminate to inform you
when the engine shuts down or
in conjunction with a message.
See Using start-stop (page 133). See
Information Messages (page 90).
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Switching the chimes on and off
You can deactivate certain chimes using
the Information display control. For item
location: See At a Glance (page 10).
To set which chimes should sound:
1. Press the left arrow button on the steering wheel to enter the main menu.
2. Highlight Settings with the up and down arrow buttons and press the right
arrow button.
3. Highlight Chimes and press the right arrow button. 4.
Highlight Information or Warning and
press the OK button to switch the
chime on and off.
5. Press the left arrow button to exit the menu. Press and hold the left arrow
button to return to the main menu
display.
Automatic transmission
If position P is not selected, a warning
chime will sound when the driver ’s door is
opened.
Frost WARNING
Even if the temperature rises to
above +4°C (39°F) there is no
guarantee that the road is free of
hazards caused by inclement weather. A warning chime will sound in the following
conditions:
•
+4°C (39°F) or lower: frost warning
• 0°C (32°F) or lower: danger of icy
roads.
Key outside car
Vehicles with keyless entry
If the engine is running and a passive key
is no longer detected within the vehicle
interior, a chime will sound.
Key-in-ignition
A warning tone will sound when any door
is opened if the vehicle exceeds a relatively
low speed.
Lights on
A warning chime will sound if the driver ’s
door is opened with the exterior lights
switched on and the ignition switched off.
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Instrument Cluster
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Action
Message indic-
ator
Message
Your key has not been recognised.
Remove the key and try again.
amber
Immobiliser active check hand-
book
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.
amber
Immobiliser malfunction service
required
Hill start assist Action
Message indic-
ator
Message
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.
amber
Hill start assist not available
Keyless entry Action
Message indic-
ator
Message
See Keyless Entry (page 43).
red
Ford KeyFree key not inside car
See Keyless Entry (page 43).
amber
Ford KeyFree key inside vehicle
See Keyless Entry (page 43).
-
Ford KeyFree Place key in key
holder
See Keyless Entry (page 43).
-
Ford KeyFree no key detected
See Changing the remote
control battery (page 36).
-
Key battery low replace soon
See Steering Wheel Lock (page
127).
-
Steering lock engaged turn
steering wheel
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Information Displays
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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
Steering lock malfunction stop
safely
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
Steering loss stop safely
Power steering. Full steering will
be maintained but you will need
to exert greater force on the
steering wheel. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician as soon as possible.
amber
Steering assist malfunction service
required
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.
amber
Steering malfunction service now
Stability control (ESP) Action
Indicator
Message
See General Information (page 83).
amber
Traction control off
Starting the engine Action
Message
indicator
Message
See Keyless Starting (page 129).
red
Ford KeyFree switch
ignition off press
POWER
See Diesel Particulate Filter (page 130).
amber
Drive to clean exhaust
filter check handbook
See Diesel Particulate Filter (page 130).
amber
Engine malfunction
service now
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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).
-
Press clutch to start
See Keyless Starting (page 129).
-
Press brake and clutch
to start
See Diesel Particulate Filter (page 130).
-
Engine preheating
See Diesel Particulate Filter (page 130).
-
Cleaning exhaust filter
See Diesel Particulate Filter (page 130).
-
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).
-
Auto StartStop Select
neutral
The system is not functioning. A manual restart is
required.
-
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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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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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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Circuits protected
Ampere
rating
Fuse
Central locking ground
20
83
Driver's door lock and double locking ground
20
84
Radio, navigation system, passenger airbag deactivation
switch, heated front seats switch, parking heater, manual
air conditioning heater module
7.5
85
Restraint system
10
86
Not used
-
87
Not used
-
88
Not used
-
89
Load compartment fuse box Circuits protected
Ampere
rating
Fuse
Not used
-
1
Keyless vehicle module
10
2
Keyless vehicle door handles
5
3
Door module (left-hand front) (power windows, central
locking, electric folding exterior mirror, heated exterior
mirror)
25
4
180
FusesE129927
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A/C
See: Climate Control........................................ 100
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 144
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 144
Accessories See: Parts and Accessories................................. 7
Active Park Assist.........................................152 Principle of Operation....................................... 152
Adjusting the Headlamps - Vehicles With: Adaptive Front Lighting/Xenon
Headlamps....................................................59
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................50
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................ 100
Air Vents..........................................................100 Centre air vents................................................... 100
Second row air vents.......................................... 101
Side air vent........................................................... 101
Alarm..................................................................48 Principle of Operation........................................ 48
Alternative frequencies.............................230
Appendices....................................................279
Arming the alarm...........................................49
Arming the engine immobiliser.................47 At a Glance........................................................10
........................................................................\
.............. 16
Adjusting the steering wheel............................ 13
Autolamps............................................................... 14
Automatic climate control................................. 15
Automatic transmission...................................... 17
Autowipers............................................................... 14
Diesel particulate filter (DPF).......................... 16
Electric folding mirrors........................................ 15
Electric windows................................................... 14
Fuel filler flap.......................................................... 16
Information displays............................................ 15
Instrument panel overview............................... 10
Keyless entry........................................................... 13
Keyless starting...................................................... 16
Locking the vehicle............................................... 13
Manual climate control....................................... 15
Manual transmission............................................ 17
Power liftgate.......................................................... 13
Speed limiter........................................................... 17
Towing the vehicle on four wheels.................18
Unlocking the vehicle........................................... 13
Audible Warnings and Indicators..............81 Automatic transmission..................................... 81
Frost........................................................................\
... 81
Key-in-ignition........................................................ 81
Key outside car....................................................... 81
Lights on................................................................... 81
Low fuel................................................................... 82
Luggage compartment lid - power liftgate................................................................. 82
Seat belt reminder............................................... 82
Switching the chimes on and off.................... 81
Audio Control..................................................50 Type 1........................................................................\
50
Type 2........................................................................\
51
Audio introduction.......................................219
Audio system security................................226
Audio troubleshooting...............................236
Audio unit commands...............................242 Auxiliary input..................................................... 246
CD Player............................................................... 242
External devices - iPod.................................... 248
External devices - USB.................................... 246
Radio ....................................................................... 243
Audio unit menus........................................230
Audio unit operation...................................227
Audio unit overview....................................220
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Index
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Changing a Road Wheel............................199
Assembling the wheel brace......................... 201
Installing a road wheel.................................... 203
Jacking and lifting points............................... 200
Locking wheel nuts............................................ 199
Removing a road wheel.................................. 202
Removing the wheel trim............................... 202
Vehicle jack........................................................... 199
Vehicles with a spare wheel........................... 199
Changing the remote control battery.............................................................36
Remote control with a folding key blade.................................................................... 36
Remote control without a folding key blade..................................................................... 37
Changing the Vehicle Battery..................198
Changing the Wiper Blades.......................54 Rear window wiper blade................................. 55
Windscreen wiper blades................................. 54
Checking the Wiper Blades........................54
Childminder Mirror........................................125
Child Safety.......................................................19
Child Safety Locks..........................................25
Child Seat Positioning...................................21
Child Seats.........................................................19 Child restraints for different mass
groups................................................................... 19
Cigar Lighter....................................................122
Cleaning the Exterior...................................195 Body paintwork preservation......................... 195
Cleaning the chrome trim............................... 195
Cleaning the headlamps................................. 195
Cleaning the rear window............................... 195
Cleaning the Interior....................................195 Instrument cluster screens, LCD screens,
radio screens................................................... 196
Rear windows...................................................... 196
Seat belts.............................................................. 195
Climate Control............................................100 Principle of Operation...................................... 100
Climate control commands....................254 Climate.................................................................. 254
Clock..................................................................122
Coded keys........................................................47
Cold Weather Precautions.........................172
Compact disc playback.............................232
Compact disc player...................................232 Compact disc track scanning..................233
Type 1...................................................................... 233
Type 2 and 3......................................................... 233
Connecting an external device...............258 Connection........................................................... 258
Connecting an external device - Vehicles With: Bluetooth.........................................258
Connecting a Bluetooth audio device................................................................ 258
Connectivity...................................................257 General Information.......................................... 257
Convenience features..................................121
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check.............................. 191
Cornering Lamps...........................................60
Cruise Control................................................158 Principle of Operation....................................... 158
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................ 158
Cup Holders....................................................123 Seat back trays.................................................... 124
D
Diesel Particulate Filter..............................130 Regeneration......................................................... 131
Digital signal processing (DSP).............230 Changing the DSP settings............................ 230
DSP equaliser..................................................... 230
DSP occupancy.................................................. 230
Direction Indicators.......................................60
Disabling the passenger airbag................34 Disabling the passenger airbag...................... 34
Enabling the passenger airbag....................... 35
Fitting the passenger airbag deactivation switch.................................................................. 34
Disarming the alarm.....................................49 Vehicles with keyless entry.............................. 49
Vehicles without keyless entry........................ 49
Disarming the engine immobiliser...........47
DPF See: Diesel Particulate Filter.......................... 130
Driving Hints....................................................172
Driving Through Water................................172 Driving through water ....................................... 172
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Heated Windows and Mirrors..................105
Heated exterior mirrors.................................... 105
Heated windows................................................. 105
Heating See: Climate Control........................................ 100
Hill launch assist (HLA) See: Using hill start assist............................... 146
Hill Start Assist..............................................146 Principle of Operation....................................... 146
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................144
HLA See: Hill Start Assist.......................................... 146
See: Using hill start assist............................... 146
I
Ignition Switch................................................127
Immobiliser See: Engine immobiliser.................................... 47
Important audio information...................219 Audio unit labels................................................. 219
Disc labels............................................................. 219
Information Displays.....................................83 General Information............................................ 83
Information Messages.................................90 Airbag....................................................................... 90
Alarm........................................................................\
. 91
Battery and charging system............................ 91
Blind spot monitor................................................ 91
Child power lock................................................... 92
Doors open............................................................. 92
Engine immobiliser.............................................. 93
Hill start assist....................................................... 93
Keyless entry.......................................................... 93
Lighting.................................................................... 94
Maintenance.......................................................... 95
Message indicator............................................... 90
Power steering...................................................... 96
Stability control (ESP)...................................... 96
Starting the engine.............................................. 96
Start-stop................................................................ 97
Transmission.......................................................... 97
Tyre pressure monitoring system.................. 99
Instrument Cluster.........................................77
Instrument Lighting Dimmer....................122 Interior Lamps..................................................61
Ambient lighting.................................................... 61
Interior lighting....................................................... 61
Introduction.........................................................7
iPod connection See: Connecting an external device...........258
See: Connecting an external device - Vehicles
With: Bluetooth............................................. 258
iPod See: Using an iPod............................................ 260
ISOFIX Anchor Points...................................24 Attaching a child seat with top
tethers.................................................................. 25
Top tether anchor points - All vehicles........24
Top tether anchor points - C-MAX................24
Top tether anchor points - Grand C-MAX................................................................. 25
J
Jump starting See: Jump-Starting the Vehicle..................... 197
Jump-Starting the Vehicle.........................197 To connect the booster cables...................... 197
To start the engine............................................. 198
K
Keyless Entry....................................................43 Disabled keys......................................................... 45
General information............................................ 43
Locking and unlocking the doors with the key blade............................................................ 45
Locking the vehicle.............................................. 43
Passive key.............................................................. 43
Unlocking the vehicle......................................... 44
Keyless Starting............................................129 Failure to start..................................................... 130
Ignition on.............................................................. 129
Starting a diesel engine.................................... 129
Starting with automatic transmission.................................................... 129
Starting with manual transmission.............129
Stopping the engine when the vehicle is moving............................................................... 130
Stopping the engine with the vehicle stationary......................................................... 130
Keys and Remote Controls.........................36
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