2012 FORD B MAX seats

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNINGS
Do not modify the front of yourvehicle in any way. This couldadversely affect deployment of theairbags.
Original text according to ECER94.01: Extreme Hazard! Do not usea rearward facing child restraint ona seat protected by an airbag in front of it!
Wear a seat belt and keep sufficientdistance between yourself and thesteering wheel. Only when you usethe seat belt properly, can it hold you in aposition that allows the airbag to achieveits optimum effect. See Sitting in theCorrect Position (page 76).
Have repairs to the steering wheel,steering column, seats, airbags andseat belts carried out by anauthorised dealer.
Keep the areas in front of the airbagsfree from obstruction. Do not affixanything to or over the airbag covers.
Do not puncture the seat with pins,needles or other pointed objects.This could cause damage andadversely affect deployment of theairbags.
Use seat covers designed for seatswith side airbags. Have these fittedby an authorised dealer.
Note:You will hear a loud bang and see acloud of harmless powdery residue if anairbag deploys. This is normal.
Note:Only wipe airbag covers with a dampcloth.
DRIVER AIRBAG
The airbag will deploy during significantfrontal or near-frontal collisions. The airbagwill inflate within a few thousandths of asecond and deflate on contact with theoccupant, thus cushioning forward bodymovement. During minor frontal collisions,overturns, rear collisions and sidecollisions, the airbag will not deploy.
PASSENGER AIRBAG
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The airbag will deploy during significantfrontal collisions or collisions that are upto 30 degrees from the left or the right. Theairbag will inflate within a few thousandthsof a second and deflate on contact withthe occupant, thus cushioning forwardbody movement. During minor frontalcollisions, overturns, rear collisions andside collisions, the airbag will not deploy.
Switching the Passenger's AirbagOff
WARNING
You must switch the airbag off whenusing a rearward facing child seat onthe front seat.
Switch offA
Switch onB
Turn the switch to position A.
When you switch the ignition on, check thatthe airbag deactivation warning lampilluminates.
Switching the Passenger's AirbagOn
WARNING
You must switch the airbag on whenyou are not using a child seat on thefront seat.
Turn the switch to position B.
SIDE AIRBAGS
WARNING
Use seat covers designed for seatswith side airbags. Have these fittedby an authorised dealer.
The airbags are located inside theseatback of the front seats. There is a labelattached to the side of the seatback toindicate this.
The airbag will deploy during significantlateral collisions. It will also deploy duringsignificant frontal angled collisions. Theairbag will not deploy in minor lateral andfrontal collisions, rear collisions, oroverturns.
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WARNINGS
It is extremely dangerous to ride inthe cargo area, inside or outside ofyour vehicle. In a collision, peopleriding in these areas are more likely to beseriously injured or killed. Do not allowpeople to ride in any area of your vehiclethat does not have seats and seat belts.Make sure everyone in your vehicle is in aseat and using a seat belt correctly.
Make sure that the liftgate is closedto prevent exhaust fumes from beingdrawn into your vehicle. This will alsoprevent passengers and cargo from fallingout. If you must drive with the liftgate dooropen, keep your vehicle well ventilated sooutside air does not enter your vehicle.
Note:Be careful when opening or closingthe liftgate in a garage or other enclosedarea to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note:Do not hang anything (bike rack, etc.)from the spoiler, glass or liftgate. This coulddamage the liftgate and its components.
Note:Do not leave the liftgate open whiledriving. This could damage the liftgate andits components.
Opening and Closing the Liftgate
To Open the Liftgate
Press the button located in the top of theliftgate pull cup handle to unlatch theliftgate, then pull on the outside handle.
Opening With the Remote Control
Press the button twice withinthree seconds.
To Close the Liftgate
A recessed grip is located inside the liftgateto help with closing.
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Do not use the rear fog lamps whenit is raining or snowing and visibilityis more than 164 feet (50 metres).
Press the control to switch the fog lampson or off.
You can switch the fog lamps on wheneither the front fog lamps or dipped beamheadlamps are on.
HEADLAMP LEVELLING
Note:Vehicles with Xenon headlamps haveautomatic headlamp levelling.
1.Press to release the pop out button.
2.Rotate the button to the requiredsetting.
3.Push the button to the closed position.
You can adjust the level of the headlampbeams according to your vehicle load.
Recommended Headlamp Levelling Switch Positions
Switch positionLoad in luggagecompartmentLoad
Second row seatsFront seats
0--1-2
1.5-32
2.5Max132
3.5Max1-1
1 See Vehicle Identification Plate (page 167).
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Heated front seats: Press the button to turn the heated seats on. See HeatedSeats (page 80).H
Air conditioning: Press the button to switch the air conditioning on or off. Airconditioning cools your vehicle using outside air. To improve air conditioningwhen starting your vehicle, drive with the windows slightly open for two to threeminutes.
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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
Fan speed: Controls the volume of air circulated in your vehicle. Rotate thecontrol to select the desired fan speed. The setting is shown in the display.A
On and off button: Press the button to switch the system on and off.B
Recirculated air: Press the button to switch between outside air andrecirculated air. The air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates.This can reduce the time needed to cool the interior and reduce unwantedodours from entering your vehicle.
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Air conditioning: Press the button to switch the air conditioning on or off. Airconditioning cools your vehicle using outside air. To improve air conditioningwhen starting your vehicle, drive with the windows slightly open for two to threeminutes.
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Instrument panel: Press the button to distribute air through the instrumentpanel air vents.E
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Windscreen: Press the button to distribute air through the windscreen air vents.You can also use this setting to defog and clear the windscreen of a thin coveringof ice.
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Heated windscreen: Press the button to defog and clear the windscreen of athin covering of ice.G
Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the air circulated in yourvehicle. Adjust to select the desired temperature. If you select MAX A/C, thesystem distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel air vents. Thismode is more economical and efficient than normal air conditioning.
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Heated rear window: Press the button to defog and clear the rear window ofa thin covering of ice.I
Heated front seats: Press the button to turn the heated seats on. See HeatedSeats (page 80).J
Footwell: Press the button to distribute air through the footwell air vents.K
Windscreen defrosting and defogging: Press the button to distribute outsideair through the windscreen air vents. The heated windows and air conditioningwill be automatically selected. The fan will be set to the highest speed and thetemperature to high. When the air distribution is set in this position, you will beunable to select recirculated air or manually adjust the fan speed andtemperature control. Press the AUTO button to return the system to auto mode.
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AUTO: Press the button to select automatic operation. The systemautomatically controls the temperature, amount and distribution of the airflowto reach and maintain your previously selected temperature.
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MAX A/C: Press the button to distribute maximum air conditioning throughthe instrument panel air vents. This mode is more economical and efficientthan normal air conditioning.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Temperature Control
You can set the temperature between 61°F(16°C) and 82°F (28°C) in steps of 1°F(0.5°C). In position low, the system willswitch to permanent cooling. In positionhigh, the system will switch to permanentheating.
Note:If you select either position low orhigh, the system will not regulate a stabletemperature.
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note:Prolonged use of recirculated air maycause the windows to fog up.
Note:A small amount of air may be feltfrom the footwell air vents regardless of theair distribution setting.
Note:To reduce humidity build-up insideyour vehicle, do not drive with the systemswitched off or with recirculated air alwaysswitched on.
Note:Do not place objects under the frontseats as this may interfere with the airflowto the rear seats.
Note:Remove any snow, ice or leaves fromthe air intake area at the base of thewindscreen.
Manual Climate Control
Note:To reduce fogging of the windscreenduring humid weather, adjust the airdistribution control to the windscreen airvents position. Increase the temperatureand fan speed to improve clearing, ifrequired.
Automatic Climate Control
Note:Do not adjust the settings when yourvehicle interior is extremely hot or cold. Thesystem automatically adjusts to thepreviously stored settings. For the systemto function efficiently, the instrument paneland side air vents should be fully open.
Note:At low ambient temperatures withAUTO selected, the air stream is directedtoward the windscreen and side windowsfor as long as the engine remains cold.
Note:When the system is switched off,outside air is prevented from entering yourvehicle.
Note:When the system is in AUTO modeand the interior and exterior temperaturesare high, the system automatically selectsrecirculated air to maximize cooling of theinterior. When the selected air temperatureis reached, the system automatically selectsoutside air.
Note:When you select windscreendefrosting and defogging, the instrumentpanel and footwell level functionsautomatically switch off and air conditioningswitches on. Outside air flows into yourvehicle.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNINGS
Do not recline the seatback too faras this can cause the occupant toslide under the seat belt, resulting inserious injury in the event of a collision.
Sitting improperly, out of position orwith the seatback reclined too far,can result in serious injury or deathin the event of a collision. Always situpright against your seatback, with yourfeet on the floor.
Do not place objects higher than theseatback to reduce the risk of seriousinjury in the event of a collision orduring heavy braking.
When you use them properly, the seat,head restraint, seat belt and airbags willprovide optimum protection in the eventof a collision.
We recommend that you follow theseguidelines:
•Sit in an upright position with the baseof your spine as far back as possible.
•Do not recline the seatback more than30 degrees.
•Adjust the head restraint so that thetop of it is level with the top of yourhead and as far forward as possible.Make sure that you remaincomfortable.
•Keep sufficient distance betweenyourself and the steering wheel. Werecommend a minimum of 10 inches(25 centimetres) between yourbreastbone and the airbag cover.
•Hold the steering wheel with your armsslightly bent.
•Bend your legs slightly so that you canpress the pedals fully.
•Position the shoulder strap of the seatbelt over the centre of your shoulderand position the lap strap tightly acrossyour hips.
Make sure that your driving position iscomfortable and that you can maintain fullcontrol of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNING
Fully adjust the head restraint beforeyou sit in or operate your vehicle. Thiswill help minimise the risk of neckinjury in the event of a collision. Do notadjust the head restraint when your vehicleis moving.
Adjusting the Head Restraints
Adjust the head restraint so that the topof it is level with the top of your head.
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