window FORD C MAX 2013 Owner's Manual
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Stopping the Engine When Your 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 lock, but higher effort will be required. When the
ignition is switched off, some electrical circuits, warning lamps and
indicators may also be off.
1.If your vehicle has an ignition key,move the transmission
selector lever to positionNand use the brakes to bring your vehicle
to a safe stop. When your vehicle has stopped, move the transmission
selector lever to positionPand turn the key to position0.
2.If your vehicle has a keyless start system,move the transmission
selector lever to positionNand use the brakes to bring your vehicle
to a safe stop. When your vehicle has stopped, move the transmission
selector lever to positionPand switch the ignition off by pressing
and holding the button for one second, or pressing it three times
within two seconds.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING:If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have
this checked immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if you smell
exhaust fumes. Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take
precautions to avoid its dangerous effects.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and leave the engine idling for long periods of
time, we recommend that you do one of the following:
•Open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters).
•Set your climate control to outside air.
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BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for approximately 300 miles
(480 kilometers). During this time, your vehicle may exhibit some unusual
driving characteristics. The engine also needs to break in. Avoid hard
accelerations and driving too fast for the first 1000 miles. If possible,
avoid carrying heavy loads up steep grades during the break-in period.
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Fuel economy is affected by several things such as how you drive, the
conditions you drive under and how you maintain your vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that may improve your fuel
economy:
•Accelerate and slow down in a smooth, moderate fashion.
•Drive at steady speeds.
•Anticipate stops; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. (When running
errands, go to the furthest destination first and then work your way
back home.)
•Close the windows for high-speed driving.
•Drive at reasonable speeds. (Traveling at 65 miles per
hour/105 kilometers per hour uses about 15 percent less fuel than
traveling at 75 miles per hour/121 kilometers per hour).
•Keep the tires properly inflated and use only the recommended size.
•Use the recommended engine oil.
•Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance.
There are also some things you may want to avoid doing because they
reduce your fuel economy:
•Avoid sudden or hard accelerations.
•Avoid revving the engine before turning off the car.
•Avoid long idle periods.
•Do not warm up your vehicle on cold mornings.
•Reduce the use of air conditioning and heat.
•Avoid using speed control in hilly terrain.
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In the event of damage or fire involving an electric vehicle (EV) or
hybrid-electric vehicle (HEV):
•Always assume the high-voltage battery and associated components
are energized and fully charged.
•Exposed electrical components, wires, and high-voltage batteries
present potential high-voltage shock hazards.
•Venting/off-gassing high-voltage battery vapors are potentially toxic
and flammable.
•Physical damage to the vehicle or high-voltage battery may result in
immediate or delayed release of toxic and/or flammable gases and fire.
Vehicle information and general safety practices:
•Know the make and model of your vehicle.
•Review the Owner’s Manual and become familiar with your vehicle’s
safety information and recommended safety practices.
•Do not attempt to repair damaged electric and hybrid-electric vehicles
yourself. Contact an authorized Ford Dealer or vehicle manufacturer
representative for service.
Crashes
A crash or impact significant enough to require an emergency response
for conventional vehicles would also require the same response for an
electric or hybrid-electric vehicle.
If possible
•Move your car to a safe, nearby location and remain on the scene.
•Roll down windows before shutting vehicle off.
•Place vehicle in Park, set parking brake, turn off the vehicle, activate
hazard lights, and move key(s) at least 16 feet (5 meters) away from
the vehicle.
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Luggage Compartment Fuse Panel
The fuse panel is located in the luggage compartment behind the left
side wheel well. Remove the fuse panel cover to gain access to the fuses.
The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
NumberFuse Amp
RatingProtected Components
F1 5A Hands-free liftgate entry module
F2 10A Keyless vehicle module
F3 5A Keyless vehicle door handles
F4 25A Door control unit front left
F5 25A Door control unit front right
F6 25A Door control unit rear left
F7 25A Door control unit rear right
F8 — Not used
F9 25A Driver seat motor
F10 25A Heated rear window
F11 — Not used
F12 15A Battery electronics control
module
F13 — Not used
R2
R5R1
F28
F16
F17 F29 F30 F31 F32 F33 F34 F35 F36 F37 F38 F39 F40 F41 F42 F43 F44 F45 F46
F18 F19 F20 F21 F22 F23F15
F14
F13
F12
F11
F10
F9
F8
F7
F6
F5
F4
F3
F2
F1
F27 F26 F25 F24
R6 R3
R4
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Fuse/Relay
NumberFuse Amp
RatingProtected Components
F43 — Not used
F44 — Not used
F45 5A Humidity sensor
F46 10A Fuel system
R1 Power relay Rear 15 relay
R2 Mini relay Heated rear window
R3 Micro relay Fuel door (C-MAX Energi)
R4 — Not used
R5 — Not used
R6 Micro relay Rear wiper
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6. Run the engine until the engine reaches normal operating
temperature. While the engine is warming up, complete the following:
•Reset the clock. SeeClockin theAudio Systemchapter.
•Reset the radio station presets. SeeNumber blockin theAudio
Systemchapter.
•Reset the power windows bounce-back feature. SeeResetting the
Bounce-Back Featurein thePower Windowssection.
7. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
8. If the engine turns off, step on the accelerator to start the engine.
9. While the engine is running, step on the brake pedal and shift the
transmission to N (Neutral).
10. Allow the engine to run for at least one minute by pressing on the
accelerator pedal.
11. Drive the vehicle at least 10 miles (16 kilometers) to completely
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.
Note:If you do not allow the engine to relearn the idle and fuel trim
strategy, the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the
engine computer eventually relearns the idle trim and fuel trim strategy.
CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of the blade
to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid or water
applied with a soft sponge or cloth.
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
Note:Use the service position in winter to provide easier access to the
front wiper blades for freeing them from snow and ice. The front wipers
will not return to their normal position as soon as you switch on the
ignition. The front wipers will stay in the service position when you
switch the ignition on or start the engine. Switch on the front wipers to
any mode, then switch off the front wipers to bring the front wipers back
to the park position.
Note:The windshield wiper blades are different in length. If you install
wiper blades of the wrong length, the wipers may not work correctly.
If equipped with autowipers, the rain sensor may not work correctly.
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Changing the Rear Window Wiper Blade
1. Lift the wiper arm.
2. Slightly rotate the wiper blade
from the wiper arm.
3. Disengage the wiper blade from
the wiper arm.
4. Remove the wiper blade.
Note:Make sure that the wiper blade locks into place.
5. Install in the reverse order.
Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance.
Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield.
AIR FILTER CHECK
WARNING:To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal
burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner
removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
Note:
Failure to re-install the air cleaner assembly properly by fully
seating on the mounting studs in (5) places and securing with the (2) bolts
may result in air cleaner assembly dislodgement from engine and damage
to the air cleaner assembly and other engine components. Therefore we
recommend that the air filter be serviced at a Ford dealer.
When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element
listed. Refer toMotorcraft® part numbersin theCapacities and
Specificationschapter.
Refer toScheduled Maintenancefor the appropriate intervals for
changing the air filter element.
Note:Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe
engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to
the engine if the correct air filter element is not used.
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Replacing the Center High Mounted Brake Lamp Bulbs:
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Detach the clips above the
inboard side of the rear window.
3. Insert a suitable tool into the
holes.
4. Carefully pull the lamp towards
the front of the vehicle in order to
release the spring clips.
5. Gently pull the lamp assembly
away from the vehicle.
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CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
The windows and wiper blades should be cleaned regularly. If the wipers
do not wipe properly, substances on the vehicle’s glass or the wiper
blades may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades, and
streaking and smearing of the windshield. To clean these items,
follow these tips:
•The windows may be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner such as
Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner.
•
The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate in the U.S., or
Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid in Canada. Be sure to replace
wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly.
•Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.
•Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.
If you cannot remove those streaks after cleaning with the glass cleaner
or if the wipers chatter and move in a jerky motion, clean the outer
surface of the windshield and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft
cloth with a neutral detergent or mild-abrasive cleaning solution. After
cleaning, rinse the windshield and wiper blades with clean water. The
windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield
with water.
Note:Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the
inside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may cause damage
to the rear window defroster’s heated grid lines.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
WARNING:Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the
vehicle’s safety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt
webbing.
WARNING:On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do
not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products
could contaminate the side airbag system and affect performance of the
side airbag in a crash.
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Removing Vehicle from Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of storage, do the following:
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt or grease film build-up on
window surfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for any deterioration.
•Check under the hood for any foreign material that may have collected
during storage (mice or squirrel nests).
•Check the exhaust for any foreign material that may have collected
during storage.
•Check tire pressures and set tire inflation per the Tire Label.
•Check brake pedal operation. Drive the vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m ) back
and forth to remove rust build-up.
•Check fluid levels (including coolant, oil and gas) to make sure there
are no leaks and fluids are at recommended levels.
Note:If you disconnected the negative battery cable and closed the
liftgate fully, you will need to connect a 12 volt power supply to the
jump start prongs under the hood so that you can open the liftgate.
SeeJump-Starting the Vehiclein theRoadside Emergencieschapter.
Low voltage battery (except C-MAX Energi)
Complete the following steps:
1. Check and recharge the low voltage battery as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
2. If you disconnected the negative battery cable, connect the negative
battery cable to the low voltage battery.
3. Install the cargo area floor storage interior trim panel and secure with
the bolts.
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