octane FORD C MAX HYBRID 2014 2.G Owners Manual

FUEL QUALITY
Note:
Use of any fuel other than those
recommended may cause powertrain
damage, a loss of vehicle performance and
repairs may not be covered under warranty.
Choosing the Right Fuel
Use only UNLEADED gasoline or
UNLEADED gasoline blended with a
maximum of 15% ethanol in your gasoline
vehicle. If your vehicle is a Flex Fuel Vehicle
(FFV), it will have a yellow bezel placed
over the fuel fill inlet.
Do not use:
• fuels containing more than 15%
ethanol or E-85 fuel
• fuels containing methanol
• fuels containing metallic based
additives, including manganese-based
compounds
• fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT)
• leaded-fuel (The use of leaded fuel is
prohibited by law)
Note: Use of any fuel other than the
recommended fuel can cause powertrain
damage, impair the emission control system
or cause loss of vehicle performance. Any
damage to the vehicle that is caused by the
use of fuel not recommended will not be
covered under warranty.
Octane Recommendations
Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump
(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 is
recommended. Some fuel stations offer
fuels posted as regular with an octane
rating below 87, particularly in high altitude
areas. Fuels with octane levels below 87
are not recommended. Do not be concerned if your engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it
knocks heavily while you are using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, see your
authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage.
Fuel Freshness Mode (Energi
Vehicles Only)
This feature helps keeps the fuel system
functional and the fuel fresh.
If you operate your vehicle mainly in plug-in
power mode using electricity from plugging
in without refueling, the gasoline in your
tank eventually becomes old. Old fuel can
damage the engine and fuel system.
To prevent the fuel from becoming old,
your vehicle will automatically enter fuel
freshness mode. In fuel freshness mode
operates, your vehicle will operate in hybrid
mode causing the gasoline engine to run
in order to consume the fuel in the fuel
tank.
Note:
If new fuel is not added during an 18
month period, fuel freshness mode will
consume fuel until about 1 gallon (3.8 liters)
is left in the tank.
During fuel freshness mode:
• The information display screen will
indicate that fuel freshness mode is
active.
• The vehicle will only run in hybrid mode.
EV Now will not be available.
• Most of the plug-in power will be
stored until fuel freshness mode is
completed.
Note: EV Now can resume if less than 1
gallon (3.8 liters) of fuel is left in the tank.
Note: In most cases, when the fuel level is
below 1/4 tank, refueling the vehicle will end
fuel freshness mode and EV Now will now
become available. Refueling after
consuming a full tank in fuel freshness mode
will end the mode.
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C-MAX (CCG) Fuel and Refueling

•
Use the recommended engine oil.
• Perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance.
• Use the coach and brake coach display
to get feedback on your economical
drive style. For more information, See
Information Displays (page 88).
Avoid these actions; they reduce your fuel
economy:
• Avoid sudden accelerations or hard
accelerations. Accelerate and slow
down in a smooth, moderate fashion.
• Avoid revving the engine before turning
off your vehicle.
• Avoid long idle periods.
• Do not warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.
• Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving.
• Avoid carrying unnecessary weight.
Approximately 1 mile per gallon (0.4
kilometers per liter) is lost for every
400 pounds (180 kilograms) of weight
carried.
• Avoid adding particular accessories to
your vehicle (bug deflectors, car top
carriers, ski or bike racks).
• Avoid driving with the wheels out of
alignment.
Things to keep in mind when you refuel
your vehicle:
• Fuel generates fewer vapors when it is
cool and dark outside. Fill your vehicle
up in the early morning or late evening.
• Use the recommended octane-rated
fuel. Using fuel below the
recommended rating will lower your
fuel economy. DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Note:
Driving through deep water above
the recommended levels can cause vehicle
damage.
If driving through deep or standing water
is unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Never
drive through water that is higher than the
bottom of the wheel rims (for cars) or the
bottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or
brake capability may be limited. Also,
water may enter your engine
’s air intake
and severely damage your engine or your
vehicle may stall.
Once through the water, always dry the
brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while
applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as
quickly as dry brakes.
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
2.0L ATK iVCT Engine
Engine
98
Cubic inches
Minimum 87 octane
Required fuel
1-3-4-2
Firing order
Coil on plug (COP)
Ignition system
12.3:1
Compression ratio
0.051 in. ± 0.002 in. (1.3 mm ± 0.05 mm)
Spark plug gap
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C-MAX (CCG) Capacities and Specifications

Fuel Quality.....................................................136
Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 136
Fuel Freshness Mode (Energi Vehicles Only)................................................................... 136
Octane Recommendations............................ 136
Fuel Shutoff...................................................188
Fuses................................................................200
Fuse Specification Chart..........................200 Luggage Compartment Fuse Panel...........205
Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel................................................................. 203
Power Distribution Box................................... 200
Pre-Fuse Box...................................................... 200
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener.............117
Gauges................................................................81 Common Displays................................................ 82
Left Information Display..................................... 81
Right Information Display.................................. 81
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................43
Intelligent Access................................................. 43
General Maintenance Information
.........417
Multi-point Inspection..................................... 420
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 419
Protecting Your Investment............................ 417
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?........................... 417
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?...................................................... 417
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................197
Getting the Services You Need...............194 Away From Home.............................................. 194
Global Opening
................................................77
Opening the Windows........................................ 77
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake.............................................. 157
Hazard Warning Flashers
..........................188
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................73
Head Restraints.............................................110 Adjusting the Head Restraint........................... 111
Heated Seats...................................................115 Heated Windows and Mirrors..................107
Heated Exterior Mirror...................................... 108
Heated Rear Window........................................ 107
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 105
HEV See: Hybrid Electric Vehicle............................ 129
High Voltage Battery Cut-Off Switch.............................................................151
High Voltage Battery...................................146 General Information.......................................... 146
Hill Start Assist
..............................................157
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 158
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................107
General Hints........................................................ 107
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.............................................................157
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........209
Hybrid Electric Vehicle................................129 Hybrid Vehicle Operation (C-MAX Hybrid
and C-MAX Energi)....................................... 130
Plug-in Power Mode and Hybrid Mode (C-MAX Energi Only).................................... 129
I
Ignition Switch
...............................................124
In California (U.S. Only).............................195
Information Display Control
......................66
Multimedia Controls............................................ 67
Information Displays
....................................88
General Information........................................... 88
Information.....................................................375 911 Assist................................................................ 381
Alerts...................................................................... 380
Calendar................................................................. 381
SIRIUS Travel Link.............................................. 378
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only).................................................................. 375
Vehicle Health Report...................................... 383
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