2008 FORD C MAX lock

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine FUEL FILLER FLAP
Note:Central locking also locks andunlocks the fuel filler flap. See Locks(page 40).
Open the flap fully until it engages.Turn the fuel filler cap anti-clockwise.
When the filler cap is removed, ahissing noise may be heard. This isnormal and should be disregarded.
To close, turn the cap clockwise untilit clicks.
REFUELLING
CAUTION
Do not attempt to start theengine if you have filled the fueltank with the incorrect fuel. This coulddamage the engine. Have the systemchecked by a properly trainedtechnician immediately.
FUEL CONSUMPTION
The CO2 and fuel consumptionfigures are derived from laboratorytests according to EEC Directive80/1268/EEC and subsequentamendments and are carried out byall vehicle manufacturers.
They are intended as a comparisonbetween makes and models ofvehicles. They are not intended torepresent the real world fuelconsumption you may get from yourvehicle. Real world fuel consumptionis governed by many factorsincluding; driving style, high speeddriving, stop/start driving, airconditioning usage, the accessoriesfitted and towing etc.
Your Ford dealer can give you adviceon improving your fuel consumption.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine MANUAL TRANSMISSION
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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Selector lever positions
ParkP
ReverseR
NeutralN
DriveD
Manual shiftingM
WARNING
Apply the brakes before movingthe selector lever and keepthem applied until you are ready tomove off.
Note:A cold engine has a higher idlespeed. This will increase thetendency for your vehicle to creepwhen you have selected a drive gear.
Press the button on the selector leverto select reverse and park.
The selector lever position will beshown in the information display.
Park
WARNINGS
Select park only when yourvehicle is stationary.
Apply the parking brakeand select park beforeleaving your vehicle. Make surethat the selector lever is latched inposition.
Note:An audible warning will soundif you open the driver's door and youhave not selected park.
Note:The battery saver willdeactivate the warning chime after aperiod of time.
In this position, power is nottransmitted to the drive wheels andthe transmission is locked. You canstart the engine with the selectorlever in this position.
Reverse
WARNING
Select reverse only when yourvehicle is stationary and theengine is at idle speed.
Neutral
In this position, power is nottransmitted to the drive wheels butthe transmission is not locked. Youcan start the engine with the selectorlever in this position.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine CAUTION
Take care when lifting up thehinged cover.
Lift up the hinged cover in the centreconsole next to the selector leverwith a small flat bladed tool.
With a suitable object push down thelocking lever in the slot andsimultaneously move the selectorlever out of the P position.
Note:If position P is selected again,this procedure must be repeated.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine PRINCIPLE OF
OPERATION
Dual circuit braking system
WARNING
If a brake circuit fails, you willnotice a softer feel to the brakepedal. Press the brake pedal firmlyand allow for increased stoppingdistances. Stop and have thischecked immediately. Do notcontinue your journey.
Your vehicle is fitted with a diagonallysplit, dual circuit brake system. If abrake circuit fails, the other remainsoperational.
Disc brakes
Wet brake discs result in reducedbraking efficiency. Dab the brakepedal when driving from a car washto remove the film of water.
ABS
WARNING
The ABS does not relieve you ofyour responsibility to drive withdue care and attention.
The ABS helps you to maintain fullsteering and directional stability whenyou brake heavily in an emergency,by preventing the road wheels fromlocking. The ABS monitors the speedof each road wheel and varies thepressure to each brake. The ABSoptimizes the tyre-to-road adhesionwhen you brake heavily.
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
ABS
When the ABS is operating, the brakepedal will pulse. This is normal.Maintain pressure on the brakepedal.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Unlocking the tow ball armmechanism
WARNING
Do not use any tools formounting or dismounting thetow ball arm. Do not modify the trailercoupling. Do not disassemble orrepair the tow ball arm.
1.Remove the protecting cap. Insertthe key and turn anticlockwise tounlock.
2.Pull the handwheel out and turn itclockwise until it clicks.
The red mark on the handwheel mustalign with the white mark on the towball.
Release the handwheel. The tow ballarm is unlocked.
Inserting the tow ball arm
WARNINGS
Special care should be takenwhen fitting the tow ball arm, asthe safety of the vehicle and thetrailer depends on this.
The tow ball arm may only beinserted when completelyunlocked.
Pull out the plug of the tow ball arm’sseat.
Note:When the towball arm isengaged, the green mark on thehandwheel will be next to the whitedot.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 1.Insert the tow ball arm verticallyand press it upwards until itengages. Do not hold your handnear the handwheel.
2.To lock: Turn the key clockwiseand remove the key.
Insert the end of the protection capinto the keyhole.
Driving with a trailer
WARNING
If any of the below conditionscannot be met, do not use thetow bar and have it inspected by anexpert.
Before starting your journey, ensurethe tow ball arm is properly locked.Check that:
•The green mark on thehandwheel is next to the white doton the tow ball arm.
•The handwheel A is pushed inagainst the tow ball arm.
•The key B has been removed.
•Secure positioning of the towballarm. (Must remain perfectly inplace when jerked.)
Removing the tow ball arm
1.Remove the protection capcovering the keyhole. Insert thekey and turn it anticlockwise tounlock.
2.Hold the towball arm. Pull out thehandwheel and turn it clockwiseuntil it clicks and pull the towballarm downwards.
3.Remove the tow ball arm.
Release the handwheel.
When unlocked in this way, the towball arm can be reinserted at anytime.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Insert the plug into its seat.
WARNING
To avoid risk of injury, neverunlock the towball arm with thetrailer attached.
If not in use for longer periods of time,lock the mechanism. Push the leverforwards.
Maintenance
WARNING
Remove the tow ball arm andprotect the seat with the plugbefore steam cleaning your vehicle.
Keep the system clean. Periodicallylubricate the lock with graphite.
Keep a note of the key number.
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