towing FORD C MAX 2011 2.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Transmission
Manual Transmission...................................141
Automatic Transmission.............................141
Brakes
Principle of Operation.................................144
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes...........................................................144
Parking Brake.................................................144
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................145
Using Stability Control...............................145
Hill Start Assist
Principle of Operation................................146
Using hill start assist...................................146
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation................................148
Using the Parking Aid - Vehicles With: Rear Parking Aid.......................................148
Using the Parking Aid - Vehicles With: Front and Rear Parking Aid...................149
Active Park Assist
Principle of Operation.................................152
Using active park assist..............................152
Rear view camera
Principle of Operation.................................155
Using the Rear View Camera...................155
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................158
Using Cruise Control....................................158
Speed Limiter
Principle of Operation................................160
Using the speed limiter..............................160 Load Carrying
General Information.....................................161
Luggage Anchor Points...............................161
Luggage Covers.............................................163
Rear Under Floor Storage..........................163
Cargo Nets......................................................163
Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................165
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................168
Retractable tow ball...................................168
Driving Hints
Running-In.......................................................172
Cold Weather Precautions.........................172
Driving Through Water................................172
Roadside Emergencies
First Aid Kit.......................................................173
Warning Triangle...........................................173
Emergency Exit..............................................173
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations......................................174
Changing a Fuse............................................174
Fuse Specification Chart............................175
Vehicle recovery
Towing Points................................................183
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......183
Maintenance
General Information....................................185
Opening and Closing the Bonnet...........185
Under Bonnet Overview - 1.6L
Duratec-16V Ti-VCT (Sigma)..............187
Under Bonnet Overview - 1.6L Duratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel..................188
Under Bonnet Overview - 2.0L Duratorq-TDCi (DW) Diesel................189
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Table of Contents

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Towing the vehicle on four wheels
CAUTION
For certain engine and transmission
combinations, it is recommended not
to tow the vehicle with the drive
wheels on the ground. See Towing the Vehicle on Four
Wheels (page 183).
18At a Glance

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Press the red button on the right buckle to
release the belt. Let it retract.
Unclip the spring hook to release the belt.
Let it retract completely and smoothly to
the retractor in the roof.
Stow the tongue securely flat against the
roof trim.
WARNING
Always replace the rubber cover
when stowing the belt assembly.
Third row seat belts
Note:
When not in use, place the seat belts
in the clips on the outboard trim. Make sure
that the seat belt tongue is positioned above
the clip. 32
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When you turn the system off no further
alerts will be received. The BLIS warning
indicator will illuminate. See Warning
Lamps and Indicators (page 79).
Detection errors
Note:
The alert indicator in the mirror will
not illuminate.
If the system senses a fault on either
sensor, the system warning symbol will
illuminate and remain on. The information
display will confirm the fault and indicate
whether the left or right side is affected.
Blocked sensor WARNING
Prior to the system recognizing a
blocked condition and issuing a
warning, the number of missed
objects will increase. CAUTION
The sensors may not detect vehicles
in heavy rain or other conditions that
cause disruptive reflections.
Note:
Keep the rear bumper area
surrounding the sensors free from dirt, ice
and snow.
If a sensor becomes blocked the system
performance may degrade. A blocked
sensor message may be displayed.
The system will automatically return to
normal operation once two other vehicles
have been detected on both sides. Trailer towing false alerts CAUTION
Vehicles fitted with a trailer tow
module not approved by us may not
correctly be detected. Switch the
system off to avoid false alerts. See
Information Displays (page 83). If the vehicle is fitted with a trailer tow
module approved by us, the system will
detect a connected trailer and deactivate.
A confirmation message will be shown in
the information display. See Information
Messages (page 90). The BLIS warning
indicator will illuminate. See Warning
Lamps and Indicators (page 79).
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Windows and Mirrors

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Holding the seat at an angle of
approximately 45 degrees to the floor,
lower the seat onto the retaining bar.
Before folding the seats back down, pull
the lower bar on the rear of each seat and
check that the latches are in the extended
position.
Push the seat back down until it engages. Second row seats - Grand C-MAX
Folding the seatback forwards or
backwards
Lift the lever and push the seatback. It will
move in steps.
Stowing the centre seat
WARNING
Make sure the centre seat back is in
the upright position when the vehicle
is moving.
Note:
You can use the space between the
outboard seats to access the third row seats
when the centre seat has been stowed. 117
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine GENERAL INFORMATION
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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Incorrect position
A
Correct position
B
3. Do not lift the nozzle during refilling. This
can affect the flow of fuel and shut off of
the fuel nozzle before the fuel tank is full. 4. Operate the nozzle within the area
shown.
WARNINGS
We recommend that you remove the
fuel nozzle slowly to allow any
residual fuel to drain into the fuel
tank. Alternatively you can wait 10 seconds
before removing the fuel nozzle. Do not remove the nozzle from its
fully inserted position during the
entire refuelling process. 5. Slightly raise the fuel nozzle to remove
it.
Refuelling with a fuel can
Use the funnel which is located in the glove
box.
REFUELLING
CAUTION
Do not attempt to start the engine if
you have filled the fuel tank with the
incorrect fuel. This could damage the
engine. Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician immediately. FUEL CONSUMPTION
The CO2 and fuel consumption figures are
derived from laboratory tests according to
EEC Directive 80/1268/EEC and
subsequent amendments and are carried
out by all vehicle manufacturers.
They are intended as a comparison
between makes and models of vehicles.
They are not intended to represent the real
world fuel consumption you may get from
your vehicle. Real world fuel consumption
is governed by many factors including;
driving style, high speed driving, stop/start
driving, air conditioning usage, the
accessories fitted and towing etc.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TOWING A TRAILER
WARNINGS
Do not exceed 100 km/h (62 mph).
The rear tyre pressures must be
increased by 0.2 bar (3 psi) above
specification. See Technical
Specifications (page 209). Do not exceed the maximum gross
train weight stated on the vehicle
identification plate. See Vehicle
identification (page 214). CAUTION
Do not exceed the maximum
permissible nose weight, i.e. vertical
weight on the tow ball, of 75
kilogrammes (165 pounds). Note:
Not all vehicles are suitable or
approved to have tow bars fitted. Check
with your dealer first.
Place loads as low and central to the
axle(s) of the trailer as possible. If you are
towing with an unladen vehicle, the load
in the trailer should be placed toward the
nose, within the maximum nose load, as
this gives the best stability.
The stability of the vehicle to trailer
combination is very much dependant on
the quality of the trailer.
In high altitude regions above 1000 metres
(3281 feet), the stipulated maximum
permitted gross train weight must be
reduced by 10% for every additional 1000
metres (3281 feet).
Steep gradients WARNING
The overrun brake on a trailer is not
controlled by ABS. Change down a gear before you reach a
steep downhill gradient.
RETRACTABLE TOW BALL
CAUTION
Only move the tow ball arm with your
hand. Never use your foot or auxiliary
tools as damage to the mechanism
may result. You can turn the retractable tow ball arm
through 90 degrees using the handwheel
A.
A 13-pin trailer socket B is provided
underneath the rear bumper next to the
tow ball arm C.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Swivelling the tow ball in
WARNINGS
Keep your hands away from the
handwheel as it rotates during the
locking process.
You will hear a warning tone when
the tow ball arm is not in one of the
locked positions. If you do not hear
the tone when moving the tow ball arm,
do not use the tow bar and have it checked
by a properly trained technician. CAUTION
Before retracting the ball neck into its
stowage position always unhitch the
trailer or dismantle load carriers and
their attachments. Dismantle attachments
for tracking stabilisation. Remove the plug
for the trailer power supply and the
adapter from the socket. Failure to do so
may result in damage to the bumper. 1. Insert the key into the handwheel and
turn it clockwise to unlock. 2. Pull the handwheel out and turn it
anti-clockwise to the stop. The tow ball
arm automatically swivels into a
midway position. 3. Release the handwheel. The tow ball
arm is not locked. This is indicated by
the warning tone and the handwheel
projects about five millimetres (0.2
inch) from its housing.
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Manually turn the tow ball arm steadily
from its midway position to the stop in
the stowage position. The tow ball arm
automatically locks in the end position.
The locking process is clearly audible
if the level of background noise is not
too high. When the locking process is
completed, the warning tone stops and
the handwheel will return to its original
position.
5. Turn the key anti-clockwise and remove it.
Swivelling the tow ball out WARNING
You will hear a warning tone when
the tow ball arm is not in one of the
locked positions. If you do not hear
the tone when moving the tow ball arm,
do not use the tow bar and have it checked
by a properly trained technician. 1. Insert the key into the handwheel and
turn it clockwise to unlock.
2. Pull the handwheel out and turn it anti-clockwise to the stop. The tow ball
arm automatically swivels into the
midway position. 3. Release the handwheel. The tow ball
arm is not locked. This is indicated by
the warning tone and the handwheel
projects about five millimetres (0.2
inch) from its housing. 4.
Manually turn the tow ball arm steadily
from its midway position to the stop in
the operating position. The tow ball
arm automatically locks in the end
position. The locking process is clearly
audible if the level of background noise
is not too high. When the locking
process is completed, the warning tone
stops and the handwheel will return to
its original position.
5. Turn the key anti-clockwise and remove it.
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