brake FORD C MAX 2014 2.G Quick Reference Guide

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4.Fold the right-hand seat cushion down.
Note:You can use the space between theoutboard seats to access the third row seatswhen the center seat has been stowed.
Folding the seats forward
WARNING
Do not use the third row seats whenthe second row seats have beenfolded forward.
Note:The center seat must be stowed intothe right-hand seat base before theright-hand seat is folded.
1.Pull the strap and lift the cushion.
2.Lift the lever and push the seatbackdown until it locks.
CLOCK
You can adjust the date and time using theinformation display menu. Use the arrowbuttons on your steering wheel to accessthe menu and make the necessary changes.
KEYLESS STARTING
Ignition On
Press the button once without your foot onthe brake or clutch pedal.
Note:The keyless starting system may notfunction if the passive key is close to metalobjects or electronic devices such as cellphones.
Starting with Manual Transmission
1.Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2.Press the start button.
Note:Releasing the clutch pedal duringengine start will stop the engine cranking andreturn to ignition on.
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1.Make sure the transmission is in P or N.
2.Fully depress the brake pedal.
3.Press the start button.
Note:Releasing the brake pedal duringengine start will stop the engine cranking andreturn to ignition on.
Stopping the Engine When theVehicle is Moving
Press and hold the start button for twoseconds or press twice within two seconds.
DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER
During regeneration at low speed or engineidle, you may smell a hot metallic odor andcould notice a clicking metallic sound. Thisis due to the high temperatures reachedduring regeneration and is normal.
SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE
WARNINGS
For all warnings and cautions, referto your Owner's Manual.
When you switch your engine off, thecooling system fans may run on forseveral minutes, even if the ignition isswitched off. The fans may also startrunning again after some time if the coolanttemperature rises due to a build-up of heat.Take care not to get any fingers or clothingsuch as ties or scarves caught in the fan.
USING START-STOP
Note:The system is on by default. To switchthe system off, press the switch in theinstrument panel. The system will only bede-activated for the current ignition cycle.To turn it on, press the switch again.
To stop the engine
1.Stop the vehicle.
2.Move the gear lever to the neutralposition.
3.Release the clutch pedal.
4.Release the accelerator pedal.
The system may not shut down the engineunder certain conditions, for example:
•To maintain the interior climate.
•Low battery voltage.
•The outside temperature is too low ortoo high.
•The driver's door has been opened.
•Low engine operating temperature.
•Low brake system vacuum.
•If a road speed of 5 km/h (3 mph) hasnot been exceeded.
To re-start the engine
Note:The gear lever must be in the neutralposition.
Depress the clutch pedal.
The system may automatically restart theengine under certain conditions, forexample:
•Low battery voltage.
•To maintain the interior climate.
FUEL FILLER DOOR
WARNING
For all warnings and cautions, referto your Owner's Manual.
Note:The sliding door is inhibited fromopening fully when the fuel filler flap is open.
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Insert the fuel nozzle up to and includingthe first notch on the nozzle A. Keep itresting on the cover of the fuel pipeopening.
WARNING
We recommend that you remove thefuel nozzle slowly to allow anyresidual fuel to drain into the fueltank. Alternatively you can wait 10 secondsbefore removing the fuel nozzle.
Slightly raise the fuel nozzle to remove it.
HILL START ASSIST
The system makes it easier to pull awaywhen your vehicle is on a slope without theneed to use the parking brake.
When the system is active, your vehicle willremain stationary on the slope for two tothree seconds after you release the brakepedal. This allows you time to move yourfoot from the brake to the acceleratorpedal. The brakes are releasedautomatically once the engine hasdeveloped sufficient drive to prevent yourvehicle from rolling down the slope.
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ANTI-
LOCK BRAKES
Note:When the system is operating, thebrake pedal will pulse and may travel further.Maintain pressure on the brake pedal. Youmay also hear a noise from the system. Thisis normal.
The ABS will not eliminate the risks when:
•you drive too close to the vehicle in frontof you
•the vehicle is aquaplaning
•you take corners too fast
•the road surface is poor.
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
Active park assist detects a suitable parallelparking space and steers the vehicle intothe space. The system controls the steeringwhile the driver controls the accelerator,transmission and brakes.
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Active park assist will not align the vehiclecorrectly if:
•a spare tire, or a tire worn significantlymore than the other tires is used
•the factory installed tire size is not usedon the vehicle
•the tires skid
•you allow the vehicle to roll.
•the weather conditions are poor (heavyrain, snow, fog, etc).
Move forwards at a maximum speed of 30kph (18 mph). Press the active park assistcontrol switch. Use the direction indicatorlever to select searching either to theleft-hand side or right-hand side of thevehicle.
Drive slowly to position A, then follow thesystem instructions.
Move the vehicle backwards cautiouslyusing the accelerator and brake pedals tocontrol the vehicle. Stop the vehicle whenyou hear a continuous tone.
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Switching cruise control on and off
Setting a speed
Press the SET+ switch or the SET- switchto store and maintain your current speed.The cruise control indicator will illuminate.
Changing the set speed
AccelerateA
DecelerateB
Canceling the set speed
Press the brake pedal or pull the CANswitch.
Resuming the set speed
Pull the RES switch.
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
The following will help to improve fuelconsumption.
Check your tire pressures regularly tooptimize fuel economy.
Gear Shifting
Use the highest drivable gear appropriatefor the road conditions.
Anticipation
Adjust your vehicle speed and the distanceto other vehicles without the need for heavybraking or acceleration.
Efficient Speed
Higher speeds use more fuel. Reduce yourcruising speed on open roads.
TEMPORARY MOBILITY KIT
WARNING
For all warnings and cautions, referto your Owner's Manual.
Your vehicle may not have a spare tire. Inthis case it will have an emergency tirerepair kit that can be used to repair one flattire.
Tire repair kit location
The tire repair kit is located in the sparewheel well.
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