2008 FORD C MAX wipe

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Some models without autowipers arefitted with a speed-dependent frontscreen wiper system.
When the vehicle is slowed to walkingspeed or is brought to a standstill, thewiper speed will automatically switchto the next lower wiper speedsetting.
When the vehicle speed is increased,the wiper speed will return to themanually-chosen setting.
Moving the wiper lever when thesystem is operating will switch off thesystem.
If the vehicle is again slowed towalking speed or is brought to astandstill, the system is reactivated.
WINDSCREEN WASHERS
WARNING
Do not operate the washer formore than 10 seconds at a time,and never when the reservoir isempty.
While the button at the end of thelever is pressed the washer will workin conjunction with the wipers.
After releasing the button, the wipersoperate for a short time.
REAR WINDOW WIPER
AND WASHERS
Intermittent wipe
Pull the lever towards the steeringwheel.
Reverse gear wipe
The rear wiper will be activatedautomatically when selecting reversegear if:
•the rear wiper is not alreadyswitched on,
•the wiper lever is in position A, B,C or D and
•the front wiper is operating (whenset to position B).
The rear wiper will follow the frontwiper interval (at intermittent ornormal speed).
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Wipers and washersE71016 E71017

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WARNING
Do not operate the washer formore than 10 seconds at a time,and never when the reservoir isempty.
While the lever is pulled towards thesteering wheel the washer will workin conjunction with the wipers.
Once the wash/wipe cycle iscompleted, the wipers will pause andthen perform one more wipe to clearthe windscreen.
After releasing the lever, the wipersoperate for a short time.
ADJUSTING THE
WINDSCREEN WASHER
JETS
The eye ball jets can be adjustedprecisely using a pin.
HEADLAMP WASHERS
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Wipers and washersE71018 E73425 E73427

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Do not operate the washer formore than 10 seconds at a time,and never when the reservoir isempty.
Note:On some models, to preventthe washer fluid reservoir frombecoming empty too quickly, theheadlamp washer will not beactivated with every press of thebutton. For a period of ten minutesafter activation, the washer will onlybe activated again with every fourthpress of the button.
The headlamp washers operatewhen the exterior lights are switchedon and the windscreen washer isused. The system is supplied fromthe washer fluid reservoir.
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over theedge of the blade to check forroughness.
Clean the wiper blade lips with waterapplied with a soft sponge.
CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES
Windscreen wiper blades
Lift the wiper arm. Position the wiperblade at a right angle to the wiperarm. Remove the blade from the armand replace it.
Rear window wiper blades
Lift the wiper arm and position thewiper blade at a right angle to thewiper arm. To remove, press theretaining clip, disengage the wiperblade and pull it off the arm in theopposite direction.
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Wipers and washersE66644 E78156

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Fog lamps20116
Number plate lamps7.5117
Door module, left-handrear20118
Trailer tow module,luggage compartmentauxiliary power socket25119
Door module, right-handrear20120
Heated front seats20121
Airbag module10122
Heated exterior mirrors7.5123
Parking lamps, sidelamps, tail lamps (left-hand side)7.5124
Parking lamps, sidelamps, tail lamps (right-hand side)7.5125
Key free system20126
Electric windows,cooling unit25127
Not used-128
Windscreen wipers20129
Not used-130
Rear window wiper15131
Brake lamps15132
Central locking relays,passenger door module25133
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Fuses

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Note:Oil expands when it is hot. Thelevel may therefore extend a fewmillimetres beyond the MAX mark.
Remove the dipstick and wipe it witha clean, lint free cloth. Replace thedipstick and remove it again to checkthe oil level.
If the level is at the MIN mark, top upimmediately.
Topping up
WARNINGS
Only top up when the engine iscold. If the engine is hot, wait 10minutes for the engine to cool down.
Do not remove the filler capwhen the engine is running.
Remove the filler cap.
CAUTION
Do not top up further than theMAX mark.
Top up with fluid that meets the Fordspecification. See Technicalspecifications (page 204).
ENGINE COOLANT
CHECK
CAUTION
Make sure that the coolant levelis between the MIN and theMAX marks.
Note:Coolant expands when it ishot. The level may therefore extendbeyond the MAX mark.
Topping up the coolant
WARNING
Do not remove the coolantreservoir cap when the engineis hot. Wait for the engine to cooldown.
Unscrew the cap slowly. Anypressure will escape slowly as youunscrew the cap.
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MaintenanceE75521

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EXTERIOR
WARNING
If you use a car wash with awaxing cycle, make sure thatyou remove the wax from thewindscreen.
CAUTIONS
Some car wash installations usewater at high pressure. Thiscould damage certain parts of yourvehicle.
Remove the aerial before usingan automatic car wash.
Switch the heater blower off toprevent contamination of thefresh air filter.
We recommend that you wash yourvehicle with a sponge and lukewarmwater containing a car shampoo.
Cleaning the headlamps
CAUTIONS
Do not scrape the headlamplenses or use abrasives orchemical solvents to clean them.
Do not wipe the headlampswhen they are dry.
Cleaning the rear window
CAUTION
Do not scrape the inside of therear window or use abrasives orchemical solvents to clean it.
Use a clean, lint free cloth or a dampchamois leather to clean the insideof the rear window.
Cleaning the chrome trim
CAUTION
Do not use abrasives or chemicalsolvents. Use soapy water.
Body paintworkpreservation
CAUTIONS
Do not polish your vehicle instrong sunshine.
Do not allow polish to touchplastic surfaces. It could bedifficult to remove.
Do not apply polish to thewindscreen or rear window. Thiscould cause the wipers to becomenoisy and they may not clear thewindow properly.
We recommend that you wax thepaintwork once or twice a year.
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Vehicle care

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Auxiliary power sockets...............134Power inverter....................................134
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Battery care...................................209Bluetooth setup............................233Compatibility of phones...................234Handling of phones...........................233Requirements for Bluetoothconnection.....................................233
Bonnet lockSee: Opening and closing thebonnet..............................................189
Booster cablesSee: Using booster cables..............209
Booster cushions............................23Booster cushion..................................23Booster seat.........................................23
Brake and clutch fluid check......202Brakes.............................................158Principle of operation........................158
Bulb changingSee: Changing a bulb..........................74
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Car washSee: Cleaning the exterior...............207
Catalytic converter........................150Driving with a catalytic converter.....150Parking.................................................150
Centre console..............................135Front seat centre console................135Rear seat centre console.................136
Changing a bulb..............................74Approach lamps...................................78Central brake lamp...............................81Footwell lamp.......................................83Front fog lamps (Type 1).....................78Front fog lamps (Type 2)....................79Headlamps, side lamps, directionindicators...........................................74Interior and reading lamps..................81Luggage compartment lamp............82Number plate lamp..............................81Rear lamps............................................80Side repeater indicator on exteriormirrors................................................77Side repeaters......................................77Vanity mirror lamps..............................82
Changing a fuse.............................177Changing a road wheel.................211Fitting a wheel.....................................216Jacking and lifting points...................213Removing a wheel.............................215Spare wheel.........................................211Vehicle jack.........................................212
Changing the remote controlbattery............................................36Opening the container........................37Passive key...........................................36Reassembling the container..............39Remote control type 1........................36Replacing the battery.........................38
Changing the vehicle battery......210Vehicles with a petrol engine...........210
Changing the wiper blades...........63Rear window wiper blades................63Windscreen wiper blades..................63
Checking the wiper blades...........63Childminder mirror.........................140Child safety......................................20Child safety locks............................26Child seat positioning......................21
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Index

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Rear under floor storage..............168Rear window wiper andwashers..........................................61Intermittent wipe..................................61Rear window washer..........................62Reverse gear wipe...............................61
Refuelling.........................................151Remote control batterySee: Changing the remote controlbattery...............................................36
Remote control programmingSee: Programming the remotecontrol................................................35
Repairing minor paintdamage.......................................208Running-in.......................................173Brakes and clutch..............................173Engine..................................................173Tyres.....................................................173
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Safety precautions........................149Seat back trays..............................138Seat belt height adjustment..........33Seats...............................................120Sitting in the correct position.......120Snow chainsSee: Using snow chains...................223
Speed controlSee: Cruise control............................164
Stability control...............................160Principle of operation........................160
Stability controlSee: Using stability control................161
Starter switchSee: Ignition switch.............................141
Starting a diesel engine................144Cold/hot engine.................................144Vehicles with the key freesystem.............................................145
Starting a petrol engine................142All vehicles...........................................142Except vehicles with a Flexfuelengine..............................................143Vehicles with a Flexfuel engine........143Vehicles with the key freesystem.............................................144
Starting the engine.........................141General information............................141
Status after a collision...................175Steering wheel lock.......................142Vehicles with keyless starting..........142Vehicles without keyless starting.....142
Steering wheel................................55Storage compartments................137Driver’s seat storage bin...................138Front storage compartment............137Storage area under the rear centreseat...................................................138
Sun blinds.......................................133Panoramic roof...................................133Side windows.....................................133
SunroofSee: Electric sunroof..........................116
Sun visors.......................................133Switching off the engine...............148Vehicles with a turbocharger...........148
Symbols glossary..............................7Symbols in this handbook.....................7Symbols on your vehicle.......................7
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Technical specifications...............228Technical specifications...................228
Telephone commands................247Create a phonebook........................248Main settings......................................251Phone..................................................247Phone functions................................249
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Index