FORD C MAX 2015 Owners Manual
Manufacturer: FORD, Model Year: 2015, Model line: C MAX, Model: FORD C MAX 2015Pages: 469, PDF Size: 6.16 MB
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Locating the headlamp bulbs:
Direction indicator lamp.
A
Low beam headlamp.
B
High beam headlamp.
C
Replacing the High Beam Headlamp
Bulb: 1. Remove the headlamp assembly.
2. Remove service cap.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Remove bulb from the headlamp
assembly by turning it
counterclockwise, then pull it straight
out.
Replacing the Low Beam Headlamp
Bulb: 1. Remove the headlamp assembly.
2. Remove service cap.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Remove bulb from the headlamp
assembly by turning it
counterclockwise, then pull it straight
out.
Install the new bulbs in reverse order.
Replacing Side Marker Bulbs: 1. Remove the headlamp assembly.
2. Remove service cap.
3. Remove the bulb holder.
4. Remove bulb from the headlamp
assembly.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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Replacing Fog, Park and Direction
Indicator Bulbs
Note:
You cannot separate the fog lamp
bulb from the bulb holder.
1. Remove the fog lamp cover.
2. Remove the 2 screws.
3. Remove the lamp. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector. 5.
Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
6. Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing Tail, Brake and Direction
Indicator Bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in
the off position.
2. Open the liftgate.
3. Remove the trim panel cover. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
5. Remove the wing nut.
6. Gently pull the lamp assembly away
from the vehicle.
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7. Remove the bulb holder.
8. Gently press the bulb into the bulb
holder, then turn the bulb
counterclockwise and remove the bulb.
(A) Taillamp and brake lamp. (B)
Direction indicator lamp.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing Reverse Lamp and Tail
Lamp Bulbs 1. Make sure the lighting control is in the
off position.
2. Open the liftgate.
3. Remove the trim panel cover. 4. Remove the wing nut.
5. Gently pull the lamp assembly away
from the vehicle. 6. Disconnect the electrical connector.
7. Remove the bulb holder.
8. Gently press the bulb into the bulb
holder, turn the bulb counterclockwise,
and remove the bulb. (A) Reverse
lamp. (B) Tail lamp.
9. Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulb
1. Carefully release the spring clip.
2. Remove the lamp.
3. Remove the bulb.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb.
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.
6. Remove the bulb holder.
7. Remove the bulb.
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
Replacement bulbs are specified in the
chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be
marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for
North America to ensure lamp
performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will
not damage the lamp assembly or void the
lamp assembly warranty and will provide
quality bulb burn time.
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Trade number
Function
9005LL
Headlamps high beam (Halogen)
H11LL
Headlamp low beam (Halogen)
168
Sidemarker - front
194
Park lamp - front
W21W
Turn lamp - front
H10 (9145)
Fog lamps
3157K
Tail/brake lamp
T20
Turn lamp - rear
921
Backup lamp
W5W
License plate lamp
W5W
* High-mount brake lamp
LED
* Interior lamps
* To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer
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CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER
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 five places and securing
with the two 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.
Note: When changing the air filter element,
use only the air filter element listed. See
Capacities and Specifications (page 275).
Note: Change the air filter element at the
proper interval.
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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A. Air cleaner assembly
B. Air cleaner cover
C. Air cleaner outlet tube
D. Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV)
tube
E. Air cleaner intake tube
Removing the Engine Air Filter
Element 1.
Loosen the hose clamps for air cleaner
outlet tube (C). Disconnect the tube
from the air cleaner assembly (A).
2. Release the tabs and disconnect the PCV tube (D) from the air cleaner
outlet tube (C) and remove the tube.
3. Disconnect the air cleaner intake tube (E) from the air cleaner assembly (A). 4.
Remove the bolts from each side of the
air cleaner assembly (A) as shown with
arrows. 5. Lift the air cleaner assembly (A) from
the mounting studs, then rotate and
pull it towards the front of the vehicle. 6.
Loosen the 5 bolts from the air cleaner
cover (B).
7. Remove the air cleaner cover (B) from
the air cleaner assembly (A).
Installing the Engine Air Filter
Element
Note: Clean the inside of the air filter
assembly before installing a new air filter.
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1.
Install the new engine air filter into the
engine air cleaner assembly.
2. Install the air cleaner cover (B) and tighten the 5 bolts. 3. Position the air cleaner assembly (A)
onto the engine and make sure the
assembly is aligned with the studs. 4. Install and tighten the bolts to each
side of the air cleaner assembly (A) as
shown with arrows. 5. Connect the PCV tube (D) to the air
cleaner outlet tube (C).
6. Connect the air cleaner intake tube (E)
to the air cleaner assembly (A).
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has
many quality products available to clean
your vehicle and protect its finishes.
CLEANING PRODUCTS
For best results, use the following products
or products of equivalent quality:
•
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover
(ZC-42)
• Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal
Cleaner (ZC-15)
• Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A)
• Motorcraft Dusting Cloth (ZC-24)
• Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20)
• Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (Canada
only) (CXC-66-A)
• Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner
(Canada only) (CXC-101)
• Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner
(Canada only) (CXC-100)
• Motorcraft Premium Quality
Windshield Washer Fluid (Canada
only) [CXC-37-(A, B, D or F)]
• Motorcraft Premium Windshield Wash
Concentrate with Bitterant (U.S. only)
(ZC-32-B2)
• Motorcraft Professional Strength
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54)
• Motorcraft Premium Leather and Vinyl
Cleaner (ZC-56)
• Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover
(U.S. only) (ZC-14)
• Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass
Cleaner (ZC-23)
• Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner
(ZC-37-A) CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or
lukewarm water and a neutral pH
shampoo, we recommend Motorcraft
Detail Wash.
•
Never use strong household detergents
or soap, for example dish washing or
laundry liquid. These products can
discolor and spot painted surfaces.
• Never wash your vehicle when is hot to
the touch, or during strong or direct
sunlight.
• Dry your vehicle with a chamois or soft
terry cloth towel to eliminate water
spotting.
• Immediately remove fuel spillages, bird
droppings, insect deposits and road tar.
These may cause damage to your
vehicle ’s paintwork or trim over time.
We recommend Motorcraft Bug and
Tar Remover.
• Remove any exterior accessories, for
example antennas, before entering a
car wash.
Note: Suntan lotions and insect repellents
can damage painted surfaces. If these
substances come in contact with your
vehicle, wash the affected area as soon as
possible.
Exterior Chrome Parts
• Apply a high quality-cleaning product
to bumpers and other chrome parts.
Follow the manufacturer ’s instructions.
We recommend Motorcraft Custom
Bright Metal Cleaner.
• Do not apply the cleaning product to
hot surfaces. Do not leave the cleaning
product on chrome surfaces longer
than the time recommended.
• Using other non-recommended
cleaners can result in severe and
permanent cosmetic damage.
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Note:
Never use abrasive materials, for
example steel wool or plastic pads as they
can scratch the chrome surface.
Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal
cleaner or polish on wheels or wheel covers.
Exterior Plastic Parts
For routine cleaning we recommend
Motorcraft Detail Wash. If tar or grease
spots are present, we recommend
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
Stripes or Graphics (If Equipped)
Do not use a commercial or high-pressure
sprayer on the surface or edge of stripes
and graphics. This can damage them and
cause the edges to peel away from the
vehicle surface.
Underbody
Flush the complete underside of your
vehicle frequently. Keep body and door
drain holes free of debris or foreign
material.
WAXING
Regular waxing is necessary to protect your
car's paint from the elements. We
recommend that you wash and wax the
painted surface once or twice a year.
When washing and waxing, park your
vehicle in a shaded area out of direct
sunlight. Always wash your vehicle before
applying wax.
• Use a quality wax that does not contain
abrasives.
• Follow the manufacturer ’s instructions
to apply and remove the wax.
• Apply a small amount of wax in a
back-and-forth motion, not in circles. •
Do not allow wax to come in contact
with any non-body (low-gloss black)
colored trim. The wax will discolor or
stain the parts over time.
•Roof racks.
• Bumpers.
• Grained door handles.
• Side moldings.
• Mirror housings.
• Windshield cowl area.
• Do not apply wax to glass areas.
• After waxing, your car's paint should
feel smooth, and be free of streaks and
smudges.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are
clean because grease and dirt buildup keep
the engine warmer than normal.
When washing:
• Take care when using a power washer
to clean the engine. The high-pressure
fluid could penetrate the sealed parts
and cause damage.
• Do not spray a hot engine with cold
water to avoid cracking the engine
block or other engine components.
• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser on all parts that require
cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine
Shampoo.
• Never wash or rinse the engine while it
is hot or running; water in the running
engine may cause internal damage.
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