2008 FORD C MAX clutch

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Always check that the steeringwheel lock is deactivated beforeattempting to move your vehicle.See Cigar lighter (page 134).
Note:A valid passive key must belocated inside the vehicle to switchthe ignition on and start the engine.
Note:To start your engine you mustalso fully depress the brake or clutchpedal, depending on the transmissionfitted.
Ignition on
Press the start button once. Allelectrical circuits are operational,warning lamps and indicatorsilluminate.
Starting with automatictransmission
CAUTION
Release the start button as soonas the engine starts.
Note:Releasing the start button orthe brake pedal during engine startwill stop the engine cranking andreturn to ignition on.
1.Make sure the transmission is inP or N.
2.Fully depress the brake pedal.
3.Press the start button.
Starting with manualtransmission
CAUTION
Release the start button as soonas the engine starts.
Note:Releasing the start button orthe clutch pedal during engine startwill stop the engine cranking andreturn to ignition on.
1.Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2.Press the start button.
Starting a diesel engine
Note:Engine cranking will notcommence until the engine glow plugcycle has been completed. This maytake several seconds in extremelycold conditions.
Note:Continue to press the startbutton and the clutch or brake pedaluntil engine cranking begins.
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WARNINGS
Engage reverse gear only whenthe vehicle is stationary.
Do not apply any undue lateralforce to the gear lever whenchanging from 5th to 4th gear as thiscould lead to the inadvertentselection of 2nd gear.
To avoid shifting noises whenengaging the reverse gear, waitapproximately three seconds withthe clutch depressed when thevehicle is stationary.
Reverse gear − 5-speedtransmission
To select reverse gear, move thegear lever towards the right and rear.
Reverse gear − 6-speedtransmission
1.Lift the locking ring.
2.Move the gear lever towards theleft and forwards.
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
General information
This transmission also allows you tochange gear manually (similar to amanual transmission).
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Tyres
WARNING
New tyres need to be run-in forapproximately 500 kilometres(300 miles). During this time, you mayexperience different drivingcharacteristics.
Brakes and clutch
WARNING
Avoid heavy use of the brakesand clutch if possible for the first150 kilometres (100 miles) in townand for the first 1 500 kilometres (1000 miles) on motorways.
Engine
CAUTION
Avoid driving too fast during thefirst 1 500 kilometres (1 000miles). Vary your speed frequentlyand change up through the gearsearly. Do not labour the engine.
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Climate control blower3010
Ignition switch2011
Ignition relay 15l4012
Starter solenoid2013
Heated windscreen, right-hand side4014
Cooling fan relay3015
Heated windscreen, left-hand side4016
Not used-17
Not used-18
ABS module1019
Horn1520
Auxiliary heater2021
Power steering module1022
Headlamp washer3023
Auxiliary heater (diesel only)1524
Ignition, relays1025
Automatic transmission1026
Air conditioning clutch1027
Glow plug monitoring (diesel only)1028
Dual zone climate control1029
Powertrain control module, automatic transmission330
Battery sensor smart charging1031
Automatic transmission1032
Heated oxygen sensors (petrol only)1033
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Have your vehicle serviced regularlyto help maintain its roadworthinessand resale value. There is a largenetwork of Ford Authorised Repairersthat are there to help you with theirprofessional servicing expertise. Webelieve that their specially trainedtechnicians are best qualified toservice your vehicle properly andexpertly. They are supported by awide range of highly specialised toolsdeveloped specifically for servicingyour vehicle.
In addition to regular servicing, werecommend that you carry out thefollowing additional checks.
WARNINGS
Switch the ignition off beforetouching or attemptingadjustment of any kind.
Do not touch the electronicignition system parts after youhave switched the ignition on orwhen the engine is running. Thesystem operates at high voltage.
Keep your hands and clothingclear of the engine cooling fan.Under certain conditions, the fan maycontinue to run for several minutesafter you have switched the engineoff.
Daily checks
•Exterior lamps.
•Interior lamps.
•Warning lamps and indicators.
Check when refuelling
•Engine oil level. See Engine oilcheck (page 200).
•Brake fluid level. See Brake andclutch fluid check (page 202).
•Washer fluid level. See Washerfluid check (page 203).
•Tyre pressures (when cold). SeeWheels and tyres (page 211).
•Tyre condition. See Wheels andtyres (page 211).
Monthly checks
•Engine coolant level (engine cold).See Engine coolant check(page 201).
•Pipes, hoses and reservoirs forleaks.
•Power steering fluid level. SeePower steering fluid check(page 202).
•Air conditioning operation.
•Parking brake operation.
•Horn operation.
•Tightness of wheel nuts. SeeWheels and tyres (page 211).
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Maintenance

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16V (SIGMA)/1.6L DURATEC-16V TI-VCT (SIGMA)
Screen washer fluid reservoir*: See Washer fluid check (page
203).
A
Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine coolant check (page 201).B
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and
clutch fluid check (page 202).
C
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine oil check (page 200).D
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clutch fluid check (page 202).
E
Battery: See Vehicle battery (page 209).F
Auxiliary fuse box: See Fuses (page 176).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine oil check (page 200).I
Power steering fluid reservoir: See Power steering fluid check(page 202).J
*For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked in
colour.
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HE (MI4)/2.0L DURATEC-HE (MI4)
Screen washer fluid reservoir*: See Washer fluid check (page
203).
A
Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine coolant check (page 201).B
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and
clutch fluid check (page 202).
C
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine oil check (page 200).D
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