2008 FORD C MAX engine

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Circuits protectedAmpere ratingFuse
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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Central locking, driverdoor module20134
Daytime running lamps20135
Washer pump, heatedwasher jets15136
Battery backup sounder,electric folding mirrors10137
Powertrain controlmodule, acceleratorpedal, automatic trans-mission
10138
Main beam right-handside10139
Main beam left-handside10140
Reversing lamp, electricmirrors10141
Dipped beam, right-hand side15142
Dipped beam, left-handside15143
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TOWING POINTS
The screw-in towing eye is locatedeither in the left-hand side trim in theluggage compartment or in theunderfloor storage compartmentunder the spare wheel.
The towing eye must always becarried in the vehicle.
CAUTION
The screw-in towing eye has aleft-hand thread. Turn itanti-clockwise to install it. Use thewheelbrace to make sure that thetowing eye is fully tightened.
Front towing eye
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Insert your finger into the hole on theunderside of the cover and prise offthe cover. On vehicles with a bodystyling kit, insert your fingers into thehole in the bezel and pull off thecomplete bezel. Install the towingeye.
Rear towing eye
Mount for rear towing eyeA
Note:On vehicles with a tow bar,the towing eye cannot be installed atthe rear of the vehicle. Use the towbar to tow a vehicle.
TOWING THE VEHICLE
ON FOUR WHEELS
All vehicles
WARNINGS
Switch the ignition on when yourvehicle is being towed. Thesteering lock will engage and thedirection indicators and brake lampswill not work if you do not.
The brake servo and the powersteering pump do not operateunless the engine is running. Pressthe brake pedal harder and allow forincreased stopping distances andheavier steering.
CAUTIONS
Too much tension in the towrope could cause damage toyour vehicle or the vehicle that istowing.
Do not use a rigid tow bar on thefront towing eye.
Drive off slowly and smoothly withoutjerking the vehicle that is towing.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Vehicles with automatictransmission
CAUTIONS
Do not tow your vehicle fasterthan 50 km/h (30 mph) or furtherthan 50 kilometres (30 miles). Onvehicles with a 6DCT450transmission, do not tow your vehiclefaster than 30 km/h (18 mph).
If the stated speed or distance isto be exceeded the drive wheelsmust be lifted clear of the ground.
In the event of a mechanicalfailure of the transmission thedrive wheels must be lifted clear ofthe ground.
Do not tow your vehiclebackwards.
Select neutral when your vehicleis being towed.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine GENERAL INFORMATION
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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine OPENING AND CLOSING
THE BONNET
Opening the bonnet
WARNING
To prevent damage to, or lossof the key, remove the keyimmediately after opening and swivelthe Ford badge back.
Note:On vehicles with the key freesystem, use the spare key to openthe bonnet.
Closing the bonnet
Note:Make sure that the bonnet isclosed properly.
Lower the bonnet and allow it to dropfrom under its own weight for the last20 – 30 centimetres (8 - 12 inches).
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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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