2008 FORD C MAX maintenance

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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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Only add coolant when theengine is cold. If the engine ishot, wait 10 minutes for the engine tocool down.
Do not allow coolant to touchyour skin or eyes. If thishappens, rinse the affected areasimmediately with plenty of water andcontact your doctor.
CAUTION
Do not spill coolant on any partof the engine.
Only add coolant that meets the Fordspecification. See Technicalspecifications (page 204).
BRAKE AND CLUTCH
FLUID CHECK
WARNING
Do not allow brake fluid to touchyour skin or eyes. If thishappens, rinse the affected areasimmediately with plenty of water andcontact your doctor.
The brake and the clutch systemsare supplied from the same reservoir.
Make sure that the brake fluid levelis between the MIN and the MAXmarks.
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Vehicles with 1.4L Duratec-16V (Sigma) or 1.6LDuratec-16V (Sigma) or1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT(Sigma) engine
The fluid level should come up to theMAX mark when the engine is cold.
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Vehicles with 1.8L Duratec-HE (MI4) or 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4) or 2.5L Duratec-ST (VI5) or 1.6L Duratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel or 1.8LDuratorq-TDCi (Kent) Dieselor 2.0L Duratorq-TDCi(Kent) Diesel engine
No fluid level checks are necessary.
WASHER FLUID CHECK
Front and rear washer systems aresupplied from the same reservoir.
Replace the cap securely aftertopping up.
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Vehicle fluids
SpecificationRecommended fluidItem
WSS-M2C913-B
Ford or MotorcraftFormula E SAE 5W-30
Engine Oil*Engine oil
WSS-M2C204-A2Ford or MotorcraftPower Steering FluidPower steering fluid
WSS-M97B44-DMotorcraft SuperPlusAntifreezeAntifreeze
ESD-M6C57-AFord or Motorcraft SuperDOT 4 Brake FluidBrake fluid
* You can use an alternative SAE 5W-30 engine oil, providing it meets the
specification defined by WSS-M2C913-B.
Note:If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below -20°C, you mustnot use SAE 10W-40 engine oil.
Topping up the oil: If you are unable to find an oil that meets thespecification defined by WSS-M2C913-B, you must use SAE 5W-30(preferred), SAE 5W-40 (except Flexfuel vehicles) or SAE 10W-40 thatmeets the specification defined by either ACEA A1/B1 (preferred) or ACEAA3/B3. Using these oils can result in longer engine cranking periods, reducedengine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels.
Capacities
Capacity in litres(gallons)ItemVariant
MAX-markPower assisted steeringfluidAll
55 (12.1)Fuel tankVehicles with a petrolengine
55 (12.1)Fuel tankVehicles with a dieselengine
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4.0 (0.9)Windscreen washersystemAll
4.1 (0.9)Engine oil - with filter1.6L Duratec-16V
3.75 (0.8)Engine oil - without filter1.6L Duratec-16V
5.5 (1.2)Cooling system includingheating - vehicleswithout air conditioning1.6L Duratec-16V
5.8 (1.3)Cooling system includingheating - vehicles withair conditioning1.6L Duratec-16V
4.1 (0.9)Engine oil - with filter1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT
3.75 (0.8)Engine oil - without filter1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT
6.0 (1.3)Cooling system includingheating1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT
4.3 (0.9)Engine oil - with filter1.8L Duratec-HE
3.9 (0.9)Engine oil - without filter1.8L Duratec-HE
6.5 (1.4)Cooling system includingheating1.8L Duratec-HE
4.3 (0.9)Engine oil - with filter2.0L Duratec-HE
3.9 (0.9)Engine oil - without filter2.0L Duratec-HE
6.3 (1.4)Cooling system includingheating2.0L Duratec-HE
3.8 (0.8)Engine oil - with filter1.6L Duratorq-TDCi
3.4 (0.7)Engine oil - without filter1.6L Duratorq-TDCi
7.3 (1.6)Cooling system includingheating1.6L Duratorq-TDCi
5.6 (1.2)Engine oil - with filter1.8L Duratorq-TDCi
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5.0 (1.1)Engine oil - without filter1.8L Duratorq-TDCi
8.1 (1.8)Cooling system includingheating1.8L Duratorq-TDCi
5.5 (1.2)Engine oil - with filter2.0L Duratorq-TDCi
5.0 (1.1)Engine oil - without filter2.0L Duratorq-TDCi
8.4 (1.8)Cooling system includingheating2.0L Duratorq-TDCi
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The battery requires very littlemaintenance. The fluid level ischecked regularly during the routineservice inspections.
USING BOOSTER
CABLES
CAUTIONS
Connect batteries with only thesame nominal voltage.
Always use booster cables withinsulated clamps and adequatesize cable.
Do not disconnect the batteryfrom the vehicle’s electricalsystem.
To connect the boostercables
Flat battery vehicleA
Booster battery vehicleB
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MaintenanceB
Indentations in the sills A show thelocation of the jacking points.
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