check oil FORD C MAX 2015 Owners Manual

Maintenance
General Information....................................213
Opening and Closing the Hood...............213
Under Hood Overview -
Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (HEV)............................................214
Under Hood Overview -
Plug-In Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (PHEV).........................216
Engine Oil Dipstick........................................217
Engine Oil Check............................................217
Engine Coolant Check
................................218
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................222
Brake Fluid Check........................................222
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................222
Washer Fluid Check.....................................222
Fuel Filter
.........................................................222
Changing the 12V Battery.........................223
Checking the Wiper Blades......................224
Changing the Wiper Blades
.....................224
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................226
Removing a Headlamp
..............................227
Changing a Bulb...........................................227
Bulb Specification Chart............................231
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................233
Vehicle Care
General Information
...................................236
Cleaning Products
.......................................236
Cleaning the Exterior..................................236
Waxing..............................................................237
Cleaning the Engine
....................................237
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades..........................................................238
Cleaning the Interior...................................238
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.......................239
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................239
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............240
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................240
Vehicle Storage
............................................240 Wheels and Tires
Temporary Mobility Kit..............................243
Tire Care
..........................................................255
Using Snow Chains.....................................269
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........270
Technical Specifications
...........................273
Capacities and Specific- ations
Engine Specifications.................................275
Motorcraft Parts...........................................276
Vehicle Identification Number.................277
Vehicle Certification Label........................277
Transmission Code Designation............278
Capacities and Specifications................279
Audio System
General Information...................................282
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC
............................................................283
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/ FM/CD.........................................................285
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/ CD..................................................................287
Digital Radio
..................................................290
Satellite Radio..............................................292
Audio Input Jack...........................................295
USB Port
.........................................................295
Media Hub
......................................................296
SYNC™
General Information
...................................297
Using Voice Recognition...........................299
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............301
SYNC™ Applications and Services.......312
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player............................................................319
SYNC™ Troubleshooting..........................327
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Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning Fasten safety belt
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
Heated windshield
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
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Note:
Some warning indicators appear in
the information display and function the
same as a warning lamp but do not display
when you start your vehicle.
Anti-Lock Braking System If it lights when you are driving,
this indicates a malfunction. You
will continue to have normal
braking (without anti-lock braking system)
unless the brake system warning lamp also
lights. Have the system checked by an
authorized dealer.
Battery If it lights while driving, this
indicates a malfunction. Switch
off all unnecessary electrical
equipment and have the system checked
by an authorized dealer immediately.
Brake System Lights when you engage the
parking brake with the ignition
on.
If it lights when you are driving, check that
you do not have the parking brake
engaged. If you do not have the parking
brake engaged, this indicates low brake
fluid level or a brake system malfunction.
Have the system checked immediately by
an authorized dealer. WARNING
Driving your vehicle with the warning
lamp on is dangerous. A significant
decrease in braking performance
may occur. It will take you longer to stop
your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked by
your authorized dealer immediately. Driving
extended distances with the parking brake
engaged can cause brake failure and the
risk of personal injury. Cruise Control (If Equipped)
Lights when you switch on this
feature.
Direction Indicator Lights when you switch on the
left or right direction indicator or
hazard warning flasher. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for
a burned out bulb. See
Changing a Bulb
(page 227).
Door Ajar Displays when the ignition is on
and any door is not completely
closed.
Engine and Motor Coolant
Temperature Lights when the engine or motor
coolant temperature is high.
Stop the vehicle as soon as
possible, switch off the engine and let cool.
Engine Oil If it lights with the engine running
or while you are driving, this
indicates a malfunction. Stop
your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so
and switch off the engine. Check the engine
oil level. See
Engine Oil Check (page 217).
Note: Do not resume your journey if it lights
despite the level being correct. Have the
system checked by an authorized dealer
immediately.
EV Now Lights when you select this
feature on. See Hybrid Electric
Vehicle
(page 132).
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Action
Message
Displayed when the vehicle is in the Accessory ignition state.
Accessory Power Active
Displayed as a reminder to press the brake while starting the vehicle.
Press Brake to Start
Displayed as a reminder to apply the brake and push the startbutton to start the vehicle.
Press Brake + Start
Button
Displayed as needed by the system for proper function.
Place Key in Backup Slot
Displayed during spare key programming, when an intelligentaccess key is programmed to the system.
Key Programmed x Keys
Total
Displayed during spare key programming when the maximumnumber of keys have been programmed.
Max Number of Keys
Learned
Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare keyusing two existing MyKeys.
Could Not Program
Integrated Key
Maintenance Action
Message
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine.Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues to
come on with your engine running, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
LOW Engine Oil Pressure
Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10% or less.See Engine Oil Check (page 217).
Change Engine Oil Soon
Displayed when the oil life left reaches 0%. See
Engine Oil
Check (page 217).
Oil Change Required
Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system
should be inspected immediately. See
Brake Fluid Check
(page 222).
Brake Fluid Level LOW
Displays when the brake system needs servicing. Stop thevehicle in a safe place. Contact your authorized dealer.
Check Brake System
Displays when the engine coolant temperature is excessively high.
Engine Coolant Overtem-
perature
Displays when the motor coolant temperature is excessively high.
Motor Coolant Overtem-
perature
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Action
Message
Displayed when the kit needs service. See your authorized dealer.
Service Tire Mobility Kit
Informs the driver that the powertrain needs service due to apowertrain malfunction.
See Manual
Displays when EV functionality is disabled and the engine is
running to maintain oil quality. See Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(page 132).
Engine On Due to Low
Use Normal Operation
MyKey Action
Message
Displayed during key programming when MyKey cannot be programmed.
MyKey Not Created
Displays when MyKey is active.
MyKey Active Drive
Safely
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is
on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h).
Near Vehicle Top Speed
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is reached.
Vehicle at Top Speed of
MyKey Setting
Displays when MyKey is active.
Check Speed Drive
Safely
Displays when a MyKey is in use and Belt-Minder is activated.
Buckle Up to Unmute
Audio
Displays when a MyKey is in use and Traction control is activated.
Traction Control On -
MyKey Setting
Displays when a MyKey is in use and park aid is activated.
MyKey Park Aid Cannot
Be Deactivated
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Engine coolant reservoir cap. See Engine Coolant Check (page 218).
A
Engine oil filler cap. See
Engine Oil Check (page 217).
B
Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine Oil Dipstick (page 217).
C
Engine air filter cover. See
Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 233).
D
Inverter system controller.
E
Brake fluid reservoir cap. See
Brake Fluid Check (page 222).
F
Power distribution box. See
Fuses (page 204).
G
Inverter system controller coolant reservoir cap.
H
Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap. See
Washer Fluid Check (page 222).
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW -
PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE (PHEV)
WARNING
The inverter system controller
contains various high-voltage
components that can cause serious
bodily harm or death. The inverter system
controller is not serviceable and should
never be touched, probed, or tampered
with. Note:
Do not attempt to service any of the
high-voltage components or wiring. For
easier identification, the high-voltage wiring
insulation is color coated orange. Engine coolant reservoir cap. See Engine Coolant Check (page 218).
A
Engine oil filler cap. See
Engine Oil Check (page 217).
B
Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine Oil Dipstick (page 217).
C
Engine air filter cover. See
Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 233).
D
Inverter system controller.
E
Brake fluid reservoir cap. See
Brake Fluid Check (page 222).
F
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Power distribution box. See Fuses (page 204).
G
Inverter system controller coolant reservoir cap.
H
Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap. See
Washer Fluid Check (page 222).
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK MINA
MAX
B
ENGINE OIL CHECK
Check the level before starting the engine
and make sure that the level is between
the MIN and the MAX marks.
1. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
2. Switch the engine off and wait 10 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil
pan.
3. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth. Replace the
dipstick and remove it again to check
the oil level.
If the oil level is at the minimum mark, add
oil immediately. Adding Engine Oil
Note:
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running.
Note: Do not add oil further than the MAX
mark. Oil levels above the MAX mark may
cause engine damage. Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Council (ILSAC), comprised of
U.S. and Japanese automobile
manufacturers.
1. Remove the filler cap.
2. Add engine oil that meets the Ford
specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 275).
3. Wipe off any spilled oil.
4. Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you feel a strong resistance.
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Low Engine Use (If Equipped)
The low engine use mode is equipped on
Energi models only. The low engine use
mode keeps the engine oil quality in good
condition when you drive your vehicle with
limited engine use. If your vehicle is in low
engine use mode when you start the
vehicle, a message appears in the
information display. When your vehicle is
in low engine use mode, your vehicle runs
the engine as necessary.
Selecting EV Now mode when your vehicle
is in the low engine use mode suspends
the low engine use mode for as long as you
continue driving your vehicle. The low
engine use mode resumes the next time
you start your vehicle.
Changing the engine oil and resetting the
oil life monitoring system suspends the low
engine use mode.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK WARNINGS
Do not add engine coolant when the
engine is hot. Steam and scalding
liquids released from a hot cooling
system can burn you badly. Also, you can
be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine
parts. Do not put engine coolant in the
windshield washer fluid container. If
sprayed on the windshield, engine
coolant could make it difficult to see
through the windshield. To reduce the risk of personal injury,
make sure the engine is cool before
unscrewing the coolant pressure
relief cap. The cooling system is under
pressure; steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when the cap is loosened
slightly. Do not add coolant further than the
MAX
mark. Engine Coolant and Inverter
System Controller Coolant
Your vehicle has two separate cooling
systems. One is for cooling the engine and
one is for cooling the inverter system
controller that is specific to the hybrid
operating system. The two systems
operate similarly, with the inverter system
controller cooling system generally
operating at a lower temperature and
pressure.
Checking the Engine Coolant
When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the engine
coolant at the intervals listed in the
scheduled maintenance information. See
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 420).
Note: Make sure that the level is between
the MIN and MAX marks on the engine
coolant reservoir.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the MAX mark.
Note: If the level is at the MIN mark, below
the MIN mark, or empty, add prediluted
coolant immediately. See
Adding Engine
Coolant in this chapter.
Maintain coolant concentration within
48% to 50%, which equates to a freeze
point between -30°F (-34°C) and -34°F
(-37°C).
Note: For best results, coolant
concentration should be tested with a
refractometer such as Robinair® Coolant
and Battery Refractometer 75240. We do
not recommend the use of hydrometers or
coolant test strips for measuring coolant
concentrations.
Note: Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Do not use engine coolant
or antifreeze or windshield washer fluid
outside of its specified function and vehicle
location.
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General
•
Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If you store vehicles outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing
and the underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if you
store it in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary
when you wash your vehicle.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature. •
With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel System
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling System
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
12V Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if you disconnect the battery
cables.
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