2012 FORD B MAX ignition

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When a warning lamp or indicator does notilluminate once you have switched theignition on, it indicates a malfunction. Havethe system checked by an authoriseddealer.
Anti-lock Braking System WarningLamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. You will continueto have normal braking (without anti-lockbraking system). Have the system checkedby an authorised dealer as soon aspossible.
Brake System Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you apply theparking brake or when the brakefluid level is low.
WARNING
Reduce your speed gradually andstop your vehicle as soon as it is safeto do so. Use your brakes with care.
If it illuminates when you are driving, checkthat the parking brake is not applied. If theparking brake is not applied, this indicatesa malfunction. Have the system checkedby an authorised dealer immediately.
Coolant Temperature WarningLamp
WARNING
Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level beingcorrect. Have the system checked bya an authorised dealer immediately.
If it stays on after starting orilluminates when driving, thisindicates a malfunction. Stopyour vehicle as soon as it is safe to do soand switch the engine off. Check thecoolant level. See Engine Coolant Check(page 140).
Cruise Control Indicator
It will illuminate when you haveset a speed using the cruisecontrol system. See UsingCruise Control (page 109).
Direction Indicator
Flashes during operation. Asudden increase in the rate offlashing warns of a failedindicator bulb. See Changing a Bulb(page 143).
Door Ajar Warning Lamp
Illuminates when you switch theignition on and remains on if anydoor, the bonnet or the liftgateis not closed properly.
Engine Warning Lamps
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Powertrain Warning Lamp
54Instrument Cluster

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine All Vehicles
If either lamp illuminates when the engineis running, this indicates a malfunction. Theengine will continue to run but it may havelimited power. If it flashes when you aredriving, reduce the speed of your vehicleimmediately. If it continues to flash, avoidheavy acceleration or deceleration. Havethe system checked by an authoriseddealer immediately.
WARNING
Have this checked immediately.
If both lamps illuminate together, stop yourvehicle as soon as it is safe to do so(continued use may cause reduced powerand cause the engine to stop). Switch theignition off and attempt to restart theengine. If the engine restarts have thesystem checked by an authorised dealerimmediately. When the engine does notrestart have your vehicle checked beforecontinuing your journey.
Front Airbag Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Have the systemchecked by an authorised dealer.
Front Fog Lamp Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe front fog lamps on.
Frost Warning Lamp
WARNING
Even if the temperature rises toabove +39ºF (4ºC) there is noguarantee that the road is free ofhazards caused by inclement weather.
It will illuminate and glow orangewhen the outside airtemperature is between 39ºF(4ºC) and 32ºF (0ºC). It will glow redwhen the temperature is below 32ºF(0ºC).
Glow Plug Indicator
If it illuminates, wait until itextinguishes before starting.
Headlamp Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe headlamp dipped beam orthe side and rear lamps on.
Main Beam Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe headlamp main beam on. Itwill flash when you use theheadlamp flasher.
Ignition Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when driving, thisindicates a malfunction. Switchoff all unnecessary electricalequipment. Have the system checked byan authorised dealer immediately.
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp
If it illuminates, refuel as soon aspossible.
Low Tyre Pressure Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when the tyrepressure is low. See TyrePressure Monitoring System(page 159).
55Instrument Cluster

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Message Centre Indicator
It will illuminate when a newmessage is stored in theinformation display. SeeInformation Messages (page 62).
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp
WARNING
Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level beingcorrect. Have the system checked byan authorised dealer immediately.
If it stays on after starting orilluminates when driving, thisindicates a malfunction. Stopyour vehicle as soon as it is safe to do soand switch the engine off. Check the engineoil level. See Engine Oil Check (page 139).
Power Steering Warning Lamp
Illuminates to indicate amalfunction of the powersteering system. You willcontinue to have full steering but will needto exert greater force on the steeringwheel. Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer as soon as possible.
Rear Fog Lamp Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe rear fog lamps on.
Seat Belt Minder Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when a seat beltis not fastened. See Seat BeltMinder (page 21).
Shift Indicator
It will illuminate to inform youthat shifting to a higher gear maygive better fuel economy andlower CO2 emissions. It will not illuminateduring periods of high acceleration, brakingor when the clutch pedal is pressed.
Stability Control Indicator
While driving, it flashes when thesystem is operating. After youswitch the ignition on, if it doesnot illuminate or illuminates continuouslywhile driving, this indicates a malfunction.During a malfunction, the system switchesoff. Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer as soon as possible.
If you switch the electronic stabilityprogram off, the warning lamp willilluminate. The lamp will go out when youswitch the system back on or when youswitch the ignition off.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Automatic Transmission
Sounds when you open the driver's doorand do not move the transmission selectorlever to position P.
Key Outside Car
Vehicles With Keyless System
Sounds when you close the door, theengine is running and the system does notdetect a passive key inside your vehicle.
Headlamps On
Sounds when you remove the key from theignition and open the driver's door and youhave left the headlamps or parking lampson.
56Instrument Cluster

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, accident andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice or feature that may take your focusoff the road. Your primary responsibility isthe safe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhandheld device while driving and that youcomply with all applicable laws.
Note:The information display will remainon for several minutes after you switch theignition off.
Various systems on your vehicle can becontrolled using the information displaycontrols on your audio unit. Correspondinginformation is displayed in the informationdisplay.
Device List
The icon changes to show the currentfunction in use.
CD
Radio
Auxiliary input
Information Display Controls
To use the controls:
•Press the up and down arrow buttonsto scroll through and highlight theoptions within a menu.
•Press the right arrow button to enter asub-menu.
•Press the left arrow button to exit amenu.
•Press and hold the left arrow button atany time to return to the main menudisplay (escape button).
•Press the OK button to choose andconfirm settings or messages.
Menu Structure - InformationDisplay
All Vehicles
You can access the menu using theinformation display control.
Note:Some options may appear slightlydifferent or not at all if the items areoptional.
CD
Tracks and folders
58Information Displays

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine System Check
All active warnings will display first ifapplicable. The system check menu mayappear different based upon equipmentoptions and current vehicle status. Use theup and down arrow buttons to scrollthrough the list.
CLOCK
Type 1
To adjust the clock, switch the ignition onand press buttons H or M on theinformation and entertainment display asnecessary.
Type 2
Note:Use the information display to adjustthe clock. See General Information (page58).
TRIP COMPUTER
Press the button to scroll through thedisplays.
You can reset the trip, averagefuel consumption and averagespeed. Scroll to the requireddisplay, then press and hold the button.
The trip computer includes the followinginformation displays:
Trip Odometer
Registers the distance travelledof individual journeys.
Distance to Empty
Indicates the approximatedistance your vehicle will travelon the fuel remaining in the tank.Changes in driving pattern may cause thevalue to vary.
Average Fuel Consumption
Indicates the average fuelconsumption since the functionwas last reset.
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
Indicates the current fuelconsumption.
Stationary Fuel Consumption
Indicates the current fuelconsumption while stationary.
Average Speed
Indicates the average speedcalculated since the functionwas last reset.
61Information Displays

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ActionMessageindicatorMessage
Vehicle not moving. Close.amberPassenger rear door open
Vehicle not moving. Close.amberBoot open
Vehicle not moving. Close. SeeOpening and Closing the Bonnet(page 134).amberBonnet open
Engine
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
See Starting a Diesel Engine (page86).amberEngine preheating
Engine Immobiliser
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer as soon as possible.redImmobiliser malfunctionService now
Keyless System
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
See Keyless Entry (page 32).amberKey not detected
See Keyless Entry (page 32).amberKey outside car
See Remote Control (page 25).amberKeyBattery lowReplace battery
See Keyless Starting (page 83).amberTurn ignition offUse POWER button
See Keyless Starting (page 83).-To start press brake
64Information Displays

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Unfolding the Seatback
WARNINGS
When folding the seatbacks up,make sure that the belts are visibleto an occupant and not caughtbehind the seat.
Make sure that the seats and theseatbacks are secure and fullyengaged in their catches.
HEATED SEATS
WARNING
People who are unable to feel painto their skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinalcord injury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions,must exercise care when using the heatedseat. The heated seat may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods of time. Do not placeanything on the seat that insulates againstheat, such as a blanket or cushion. Thismay cause the heated seat to overheat.Do not puncture the seat with pins, needlesor other pointed objects. This may damagethe heating element which may cause theheated seat to overheat. An overheatedseat may cause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid is spilled on the seat. Allowthe seat to dry thoroughly.
•Operate the heated seats unless theengine is running. Doing so could drainyour vehicle battery.
For item location: See Climate Control(page 68).
The heated seat will only operate with theignition switched on.
The maximum temperature is reachedafter five or six minutes. It is regulatedthermostatically.
The heated seat will remain on until eitherthe heated seat switch or the ignition isswitched off.
FRONT SEAT ARMREST
80Seats

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 voltappliances with a maximum current ratingof 20 amps.
After you switch the ignition off the powersupply will only work for a maximum of 30minutes.Note:Do not insert objects other than anaccessory plug into the power point. Thiswill damage the outlet and blow the fuse.
Note:Do not hang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug.
Note:Do not use the power point foroperating a cigar lighter element.
Note:Incorrect use of the power point cancause damage not covered by yourwarranty.
Note:Always keep the power point capsclosed when not in use.
Run the engine for full capacity use of thepower point. To prevent the battery fromlosing charge:
•Do not use the power point longer thannecessary when the engine is notrunning.
•Do not leave devices plugged inovernight or when the vehicle is parkedfor extended periods.
Location
Power points may be found:
•on the rear of the centre console
•on the centre console.
CIGAR LIGHTER
Note:Do not hold the cigar lighter elementpressed in.
Note:If you use the socket when the engineis not running, the battery may lose charge.
Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 voltappliances with a maximum current ratingof 20 amps.
Note:After you switch the ignition off thepower supply will only work for a maximumof 30 minutes.
Note:Use only Ford accessory connectorsor connectors specified for use with SAEstandard sockets.
Press the element in to use the cigarlighter. It will pop out automatically.
81Auxiliary Power Points