coolant FORD C MAX 2015 Owner's Manual

Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle
’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals. Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
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Check Every 12 Months (C-MAX Energi
Plug-in Hybrid Only)
Inspect the engine oil filter for signs of
damage such as rust, paint blistering,
scratches or dents. If any of these
conditions are present, replace the filter.
See Normal Scheduled Maintenance
(page 424). Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great. Multi-point inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires for wear and proper pressure**
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
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At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display.
1, 2
Inspect engine cooling system and motor/electronics cooling system strength and
hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect half-shaft boots.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and tie-rod ends.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
1 Do not exceed two years or 20000 miles (32000 kilometers) between service intervals.
2 Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
3 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system after engine oil and filter changes. See
Engine Oil Check (page 217). Other maintenance items
*
Replace cabin air filter.
Every 20000 miles (32000
km)
Replace engine air filter.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change engine coolant and motor/electronics coolant. **
At 100000 miles (160000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 100000 miles
(160000 km)
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 150000 miles
(240000 km)
* Perform these maintenance items within 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of the last
engine oil and filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
** Initial replacement at six years or 100000 miles (160000 kilometers), then every three
years or 50000 miles (80000 kilometers).
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Center Console..............................................126
Changing a Bulb...........................................227 Lamp Assembly Condensation..................... 227
Replacing Fog, Park and Direction Indicator Bulbs.................................................................. 229
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs............................ 227
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulb............231
Replacing Reverse Lamp and Tail Lamp Bulbs................................................................. 230
Replacing Tail, Brake and Direction Indicator Bulbs............................................... 229
Replacing the Center High Mounted Brake Lamp Bulbs...................................................... 231
Changing a Fuse
............................................212
Fuses........................................................................\
212
Changing the 12V Battery.........................223
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................233 Identifying Air Filter Element
Components................................................... 233
Installing the Engine Air Filter Element............................................................ 234
Removing the Engine Air Filter Element............................................................ 234
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................224 Changing the Front Wiper Blades...............225
Changing the Rear Window Wiper
Blade
.................................................................. 225
Setting the Front Wipers in the Service Position............................................................. 225
Charging the High Voltage Battery.........151 Charge Port........................................................... 154
Charging................................................................. 154
Charging Equipment........................................... 151
Disconnecting the Charging Coupler..........156
Locking the Charging Coupler........................ 155
Waiting to Charge............................................... 155
Checking MyKey System Status...............53
Checking the Wiper Blades......................224
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance.................................................33
Child Safety
.......................................................15
General Information............................................. 15
Child Safety Locks
..........................................25
Left-Hand Side...................................................... 26
Right-Hand Side................................................... 26
Child Seat Positioning..................................24
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................239
Cleaning Products
.......................................236 Cleaning the Alloy Wheels
.......................240
Cleaning the Engine....................................237
Cleaning the Exterior..................................236 Exterior Chrome Parts...................................... 236
Exterior Plastic Parts......................................... 237
Stripes or Graphics............................................ 237
Underbody............................................................ 237
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.........................239
Cleaning the Interior...................................238
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................238
Clearing All MyKeys
........................................51
Climate............................................................397
Climate Control Voice Commands.............399
Climate Control
.............................................107
Collision, Damage or Fire Event..............195
Guidance for Ford Motor Company Electric
and Hybrid-Electric Vehicles Equipped
With High Voltage Batteries...................... 195
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check............................. 218
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........42
Creating a MyKey.............................................51 Programming/Changing Configurable
Settings................................................................ 51
Cruise Control.................................................68 Principle of Operation....................................... 175
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................. 175
Customer Assistance
.................................198
D
Data Recording
..................................................9
Event Data Recording........................................... 9
Service Data Recording........................................ 9
Daytime Running Lamps
.............................75
Type 1 - Conventional
(Non-Configurable)........................................ 75
Type 2 - Configurable.......................................... 75
Digital Radio
..................................................290
HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................. 291
Direction Indicators
........................................76
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Driver and Passenger Airbags...................36
Children and Airbags.......................................... 36
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 36
Driver Knee Airbag.........................................40
Driving Aids......................................................177
Driving Hints...................................................188
Driving Through Water...............................189
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 75
E
Economical Driving......................................188
Electric Vehicle Information.....................378 Power..................................................................... 385
Settings (Energi Only)...................................... 379
Emission Control System..........................146 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).................... 147
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 148
End User License Agreement
.................435
SYNC End User License Agreement
(EULA).............................................................. 435
Engine Block Heater
....................................130
Using the Engine Block Heater....................... 131
Engine Coolant Check
................................218
Adding Coolant.................................................... 219
Adding Engine Coolant.................................... 220
Adding Inverter System Controller Coolant............................................................. 220
Checking the Engine Coolant......................... 218
Checking the Inverter System Controller Coolant.............................................................. 219
Engine Coolant and Inverter System Controller Coolant......................................... 218
Recycled Engine Coolant................................ 220
Severe Climates................................................. 220
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling............................................................... 221
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 65
Engine Oil Check............................................217 Adding Engine Oil................................................ 217
Low Engine Use................................................... 218
Engine Oil Dipstick
........................................217
Engine Specifications.................................275 Entertainment..............................................354
A/V Inputs.............................................................. 371
AM/FM Radio...................................................... 356
Bluetooth Audio................................................... 371
Browsing Device Content............................... 355
CD........................................................................\
.... 366
SD Card Slot and USB Port............................ 367
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)......................................................... 361
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................. 370
Environment......................................................14
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Extended Service Plan (ESP)..................418 SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY).............419
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only).......................... 418
Exterior Mirrors
...............................................80
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................ 81
Heated Exterior Mirrors....................................... 81
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors........................... 81
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 80
Signal Indicator Mirrors....................................... 81
F
Fastening the Safety Belts
.........................28
Safety Belt Extension Assembly.................... 30
Safety Belt Locking Modes............................... 29
Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy...........28
Flat Tire Inflation See: Temporary Mobility Kit........................... 243
Floor Mats
.......................................................190
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps......................................... 76
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
(U.S. Only)................................................................. 11
Front Fog Lamps............................................76
Front Passenger Sensing System.............37
Fuel and Refueling
.......................................138
Fuel Consumption........................................145
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 146
Filling the Tank.................................................... 146
Fuel Filter
.........................................................222
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Warning Lamps and Indicators................86
Anti-Lock Braking System................................. 87
Battery...................................................................... 87
Brake System......................................................... 87
Cruise Control........................................................ 87
Direction Indicator................................................ 87
Door Ajar.................................................................. 87
Engine and Motor Coolant Temperature...................................................... 87
Engine Oil................................................................ 87
EV Later................................................................... 88
EV Now..................................................................... 87
Fasten Safety Belt............................................... 88
Front Airbag........................................................... 88
Front Fog Lamps.................................................. 88
High Beam.............................................................. 88
Liftgate Ajar............................................................ 88
Low Battery............................................................ 88
Low Fuel Level...................................................... 88
Low Tire Pressure Warning.............................. 88
Overdrive Cancel and Grade Assist..............88
Parking Lamps...................................................... 88
Powertrain Fault................................................... 88
Ready to Drive....................................................... 89
Service Engine Soon........................................... 89
Stability Control................................................... 89
Stability Control Off............................................ 89
Stop Safely............................................................. 89
Vehicle Plugged in............................................... 89
Washer Fluid Check.....................................222
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 236
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 70
Waxing..............................................................237
Wheels and Tires.........................................243
Technical Specifications................................. 273
Windows and Mirrors....................................79
Windshield Wipers
.........................................70
Intermittent Wipe................................................. 70
Speed dependent wipers (if equipped)........................................................... 70
Wipers and Washers.....................................70
Wrecker Towing See: Transporting the Vehicle....................... 186
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