2008 FORD C MAX maintenance

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General information......................188
Opening and closing thebonnet.........................................189
Engine compartment overview -1.6L Duratec-16V (Sigma)/1.6LDuratec-16V Ti-VCT (Sigma).....190
Engine compartment overview -1.8L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0LDuratec-HE (MI4).......................192
Engine compartment overview -1.6L Duratorq-TDCi (DV)Diesel...........................................194
Engine compartment overview -1.8L Duratorq-TDCi (Lynx)Diesel...........................................196
Engine compartment overview -2.0L Duratorq-TDCi (Puma)Diesel...........................................198
Engine oil dipstick - 1.6LDuratec-16V (Sigma)/1.6LDuratec-16V Ti-VCT (Sigma).....199
Engine oil dipstick - 1.8LDuratec-HE (MI4)/2.0LDuratec-HE (MI4).......................199
Engine oil dipstick - 1.6LDuratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel......200
Engine oil dipstick - 1.8LDuratorq-TDCi (Lynx) Diesel....200
Engine oil dipstick - 2.0LDuratorq-TDCi (DW) Diesel.....200
Engine oil check............................200
Engine coolant check...................201
Brake and clutch fluid check......202
Power steering fluid check.........202
Washer fluid check.......................203
Technical specifications...............204
Vehicle care
Cleaning the exterior....................207
Cleaning the interior.....................208
Repairing minor paint damage....208
Vehicle battery
Battery care...................................209
Using booster cables...................209
Changing the vehicle battery......210
Wheels and tyres
General information.......................211
Changing a road wheel.................211
Tyre repair kit..................................217
Tyre care........................................223
Using winter tyres.........................223
Using snow chains.......................223
Technical specifications...............224
Vehicle identification
Vehicle identification plate...........226
Vehicle identification number(VIN).............................................226
Engine number - 1.6L Duratec-16V(Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT(Sigma).......................................226
Engine number - 1.8L Duratec-HE(MI4)/2.0L Duratec-HE(MI4)............................................226
Engine number - 1.6LDuratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel/2.0LDuratorq-TDCi (Puma)Diesel...........................................227
Engine number - 1.8LDuratorq-TDCi (Lynx) Diesel.....227
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Table of contents

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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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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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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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Maintenance

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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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive)*: See Brake and
clutch fluid check (page 202).
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Battery: See Vehicle battery (page 209).F
Auxiliary fuse box: See Fuses (page 176).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine oil check (page 200).I
Power steering fluid reservoir: See Power steering fluid check(page 202).J
*For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked in
colour.
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Maintenance

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HE (MI4)/2.0L DURATEC-HE (MI4)
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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