2008 FORD C MAX warning light

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FLASHERS
Note:Depending on applicable lawsand regulations in the country forwhich your vehicle was originally built,the hazard warning flashers may flashif you brake heavily.
For item location: See Quick start(page 10).
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WARNINGS
On vehicles fitted with Xenonheadlamps, have the headlampbulbs changed by an expert. Thereis a risk of injury due to high voltage.
During operation, the bulbs andtheir surroundings get hot.Switch off the lights and let the bulbscool down before replacing them.
Always switch off lights and ignitionbefore replacing any bulb.
Never touch the glass of the bulbs.Fit only bulbs having a UV filter.Always replace a faulty bulb with anew one of the same type. Afterreplacing a bulb, check that the lightsoperate correctly.
Headlamps, side lamps,direction indicators
Note:It is necessary to remove theheadlamp assembly to remove anyof the bulbs.
Removing the headlampassembly
Open the bonnet.
Remove the screw.
WARNING
When re-installing the lampassembly, make sure that thewiring connectors and retaining clipsare engaged properly.
Press down the retaining clips at therear of the lamp assembly using ascrewdriver and carefully pull out thelamp assembly.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine •Squeeze the clips on either sideof the bulb holder and pull it out.
•Carefully remove the bulb fromthe holder.
Install in the reverse order.
Side repeaters
5 watt spherical bulb
1.Carefully remove the siderepeater.
2.Hold the bulb holder, turn thehousing anti-clockwise andremove it.
3.Remove the bulb.
Side repeater indicator onexterior mirrors
WY5 watt wedge base bulb, orange
WARNING
The retainer tabs on the edgeof the scull cap are verydelicate. When removing andreinstalling the scull cap, take carenot to break them off.
Remove the scull cap by prising it outat the lower edge.
Insert your finger (or a screwdriver)into the hole and unhook theretaining clip. Remove the lampassembly.
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WARNING
Do not operate the electricwindows unless they are freefrom obstruction.
Note:If you operate the switchesoften during a short period of time,the system might become inoperablefor a certain time to prevent damagedue to overheating.
Switch on the ignition to operate theelectric windows.
Global opening and closing
You can also operate the electricwindows with the ignition off via theglobal opening and closing function.See Locks (page 40).
Driver's door switches
You can operate all the windows withthe switches on the door trim panelof the driver’s door.
Opening and closing thewindows automatically
Press or lift the switch to the secondaction point and release itcompletely. Press or lift it again tostop the windows.
Safety switch for rearwindows
Note:You can always operate therear windows from the driver’s door.
A switch in the driver’s door disablesthe rear electric window switches.
The light in the switch comes on andthe lights in the rear window switchesgo off when the rear windows aredisabled.
Anti-trap function
WARNING
Careless closing of the windowscan override the protectionfunction and cause injuries.
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AND INDICATORS
Automatic transmission
If position P is not selected, a warningchime will sound when the driver’sdoor is opened.
Electronic parking brake(EPB)
A warning chime will sound if:
•the driver’s door is opened beforethe EPB is applied.
•the EPB is still applied when thevehicle moves off.
•there is a cut in the power supply.
Frost
WARNING
Even if the temperature rises toabove +4ºC there is noguarantee that the road is free ofhazards caused by inclementweather.
A warning chime will sound in thefollowing conditions:
•+4ºC or lower: frost warning
•0ºC or lower: danger of icy roads
Key outside car
Vehicles with the key freesystem
If the engine is running and a passivekey is no longer detected within thevehicle interior, a chime will sound assoon as the door is closed.
Key-in-ignition
Except vehicles with the keyfree system
A warning tone will sound when thedriver’s door is opened if:
•the key is in the ignition.
Vehicles with the key freesystem
A warning tone will sound when thedriver’s door is opened if:
•the ignition switch is not pulledout.
•the spare key is in the ignition.
Lights on
A warning chime will sound if thedriver’s door is opened with theexterior lights switched on and theignition switched off.
Low fuel
A warning chime will sound at thefollowing ranges: 80 km (50 miles),40 km (25 miles), 20 km (12 miles), 0km (0 miles).
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Instruments

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Key free system.-Close boot or use spare key
Lighting
SystemWarninglampMessage
Brake lamp switch. Thevehicle can be driven asnormal. However, cruisecontrol cannot be switchedon. Have the system checkedby an expert as soon aspossible.
redBrake light fault
Adaptive front lighting system(AFS).amberAdaptive front light failure
Maintenance
SystemWarninglampMessage
Cooling system.redHigh engine temperature
Brakes.redLow brake fluid level
Engine. Stop the vehicle assoon as safely possible andswitch off the engine immedi-ately. Have the enginechecked by an expert imme-diately.
redEngine malfunction
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Information displays

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CORRECT POSITION
WARNINGS
Do not adjust the seats whenthe vehicle is moving.
Only when you use the seat beltproperly, can it hold you in aposition that allows the airbag toachieve its optimum effect.
When you use them properly, theseat, head restraint, seat belt andairbags will provide optimumprotection in the event of a collision.We recommend that you:
•sit in an upright position with thebase of your spine as far back aspossible.
•do not recline the seatback morethan 30 degrees.
•adjust the head restraint so thatthe top of it is level with the top ofyour head and as far forwards aspossible, remaining comfortable.
•keep sufficient distance betweenyourself and the steering wheel.We recommend a minimum of254 millimetres (10 inches)between your breastbone and theairbag cover.
•hold the steering wheel with yourarms slightly bent.
•bend your legs slightly so that youcan press the pedals fully.
•position the shoulder strap of theseat belt over the centre of yourshoulder and position the lap straptightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving positionis comfortable and that you canmaintain full control of your vehicle.
MANUAL SEATS
Moving the seatsbackwards and forwards
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Comfort seat system
WARNING
Make sure that there is nothingin the luggage compartmentwhich could obstruct the movementof the seats or get damaged whenthe seats move rearwards.
The centre seat can be folded up andthe outboard seats moved rearwardsand slightly inboard to provide moreleg and shoulder room for the rearpassengers.
First, fold back the front of theluggage cover.
Fold up the centre seat by releasingthe lever on the underside of theseat.
The complete seat will moverearwards as the seat cushion isfolded up. Fold the seat back until itengages.
Pull the lever on the outer front edgeof the outboard seats and push theseats rearwards. As the seats sliderearwards, they also move slightlyinboard. After releasing the lever,rock the seats to ensure that thecatch is securely engaged.
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