2012 FORD B MAX position

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Tyres
WARNING
New tyres need to be run-in forapproximately 300 miles (500kilometres). During this time, youmay experience different drivingcharacteristics.
Brakes and Clutch
WARNING
Avoid heavy use of the brakes andclutch if possible for the first 100miles (150 kilometres) in town andfor the first 1000 miles (1500 kilometres)on motorways.
Engine
WARNING
Avoid driving too fast during the first1000 miles (1500 kilometres). Varyyour speed frequently and changeup through the gears early. Do not labourthe engine.
COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of somecomponents and systems can be affectedat temperatures below -13°F (-25°C).
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
WARNINGS
Drive through water in an emergencyonly and not as part of normaldriving.
WARNINGS
Engine damage can occur if waterenters the air filter.
In an emergency, you can drive your vehiclethrough water to a maximum depth of 8inches (200 millimetres) and at amaximum speed of 6 mph (10 km/h). Youmust take extra care when driving throughflowing water.
When driving in water, maintain a lowspeed and do not stop your vehicle. Afterdriving through water and as soon as it issafe to do so:
•Depress the brake pedal lightly tocheck that the brakes are functioningcorrectly.
•Check that the horn works.
•Check that your vehicle's lamps arefully operational.
•Check the power assistanceof the steering system.
FLOOR MATS
WARNING
Make sure that the floor mat issecured properly using theappropriate fixings, and do notposition the floor mat so that it interfereswith the operation of the pedals.
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Note:Depending on applicable laws andregulations in the country for which yourvehicle was originally built, the hazardwarning flashers may flash if you brakeheavily.
For item location: See At a Glance (page8).
FIRST AID KIT
Space is provided in the luggagecompartment.
WARNING TRIANGLE
Space is provided in the luggagecompartment.
JUMP-STARTING THE VEHICLE
WARNINGS
Do not use fuel lines, engine rockercovers or the intake manifold asgrounding points.
Connect batteries with only the samenominal voltage.
Always use jumper cables withinsulated clamps and adequate sizecable.
Note:Do not disconnect the battery fromyour vehicle’s electrical system.
To Connect the Booster Cables
Flat battery vehicleA
Booster battery vehicleB
Positive connection cableC
Negative connection cableD
1.Position the vehicles so that they donot touch one another.
2.Switch off the engine and any electricalequipment.
3.Connect the positive (+) terminal ofvehicle B with the positive (+) terminalof vehicle A (cable C).
122Roadside Emergencies

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Changing the Windscreen Wiper Blades
1.Press the locking buttons together.
2.Rotate and remove the wiper blade.
3.Install in the reverse order.
Note:Make sure that the wiper blade locksinto place.
Rear Window Wiper Blade
1.Lift the wiper arm.
2.Position the wiper blade at right anglesto the wiper arm.
3.Disengage the wiper blade from thewiper arm.
4.Remove the wiper blade.
5.Install in the reverse order.
Note:Make sure that the wiper blade locksinto place.
REMOVING A HEADLAMP
1.Open the bonnet. See Opening andClosing the Bonnet (page 134).
2.Remove the screws and push pins.
3.Lift the outer side of the headlamp todisengage it from the lower fixing point.
4.Pull the headlamp as far as possibletoward the centre of your vehicle andremove.
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2.Remove the bulb holder.
3.Remove the bulb.
Approach Lamp
Note:Position the mirror glass as far inwardas possible.
1.Insert a screwdriver into the gapbetween the mirror housing and themirror glass and release the metalretaining clip.
2.Remove the lamp.
3.Remove the bulb.
Front Fog Lamps
Note:You cannot separate the fog lampbulb from the bulb holder.
1.Disconnect the electrical connector.
2.Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise andremove it.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Sealant bottle hoseC
Bottle holderD
Pressure gaugeE
Power plug with cableF
Compressor switchG
Repair kit hoseH
Pressure relief valveI
1.Remove the kit from the wrapping.
2.Peel off the label A showing themaximum permissible speed of50 mph (80 km/h) from the sealantbottle and attach it to the instrumentpanel in the driver’s field of view. Makesure the label does not obscureanything important.
3.Take the hose H with the pressure reliefvalve I and the power plug with cableF out of the kit.
4.Connect the hose H with the pressurerelief valve I to the sealant bottle B.
5.Engage the sealant bottle B into thebottle holder D.
6.Remove the valve cap from thedamaged tyre.
7.Screw the sealant bottle hose C firmlyonto the valve of the damaged tyre.
8.Make sure that the compressor switchG is in position 0.
9.Insert the power plug F into the cigarlighter socket or auxiliary power socket.See Cigar Lighter (page 81). SeeAuxiliary Power Points (page 81).
10.Start the engine.
11.Move the compressor switch G toposition 1.
12.Inflate the tyre for no longer than 10minutes to an inflation pressure ofminimum 26 psi (1.8 bar) and amaximum of 51 psi (3.5 bar). Movethe compressor switch G to position0 and check the current tyre pressurewith pressure gauge E.
Note:If a tyre pressure of 26 psi (1.8 bar)is not reached do not continue.
Note:When pumping in the sealant throughthe tyre valve, the pressure may rise up to87 psi (6 bar) but will drop again after about30 seconds.
13.Remove the power plug F from thecigar lighter socket or auxiliary powersocket.
14.Quickly unscrew the hose C from thetyre valve. Fasten the valve cap again.
15.Leave the sealant bottle B in thebottle holder D.
16.Make sure the kit is stored safely, butstill easily accessible in your vehicle.The kit will be required again whenyou check the tyre pressure.
17.Immediately drive approximatelytwo miles (three kilometres) so thatthe sealant can seal the damagedarea.
WARNING
If you experience heavy vibrations,unsteady steering behavior or noiseswhile driving, reduce your speed anddrive with caution to a place where it issafe for you to stop your vehicle. Recheckthe tyre and its pressure. If the tyrepressure is less than 14.7 psi (1 bar) or ifthere are any cracks, bumps or similardamage visible, do not continue drivingwith this tyre.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 18.Stop your vehicle after drivingapproximately two miles (threekilometres). Check, and wherenecessary, adjust the pressure of thedamaged tyre.
19.Attach the kit and read the tyrepressure from the pressure gauge E.
20.Adjust it to the specified pressure.See Technical Specifications(page 164).
21.Once you have inflated the tyre to itscorrect tyre pressure, move thecompressor switch G to position 0,remove the power plug F from thesocket, unscrew the hose C andfasten the valve cap.
22.Leave hose C and H connected to thesealant bottle B and store the kitaway safely.
23.Go to the nearest tyre specialist toget the damaged tyre replaced.Before the tyre is removed from therim, inform your tyre dealer that thetyre contains sealant. You mustrenew the sealant bottle B and hoseC as soon as possible once used.
Note:Remember that emergency roadsidekits only provide temporary mobility.Regulations concerning tyre repair afterusage of the kit may differ from country tocountry. You should consult a tyre specialistfor advice.
WARNING
You must, make sure the tyre isadjusted to the recommendedinflation pressure. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 164). You must,monitor the tyre pressure until the sealedtyre is replaced.
Empty sealant bottles can be disposed oftogether with normal household waste.Return remains of sealant to your dealeror dispose of it in compliance with localwaste disposal regulations.
TYRE CARE
To make sure the front and rear tyres ofyour vehicle wear evenly and last longer,we recommend that you swap the tyresfrom front to rear and vice versa at regularintervals of between 3000 and 6000 miles(5000 and 10000 kilometres).
WARNING
Do not scrub the sidewalls of thetyres when you are parking.
If you have to mount a kerb, do so slowlyand approach it with the wheels atright-angles to the curb.
Examine the tyres regularly for cuts, foreignobjects and uneven wear of the tread.Uneven wear could mean that the wheelalignment is outside specification.
Check the tyre pressures (including thespare) when cold, every two weeks.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Note:Vehicles with a temporary mobilitykit do not have a vehicle jack or a wheelbrace.
It is recommended to use a workshop typehydraulic jack for changing betweensummer and winter tyres.
Note:Use a jack with a minimum liftingcapacity of 1.5 tonnes and a lifting plate witha minimum diametre of 3.1 inches (80millimetres).
Vehicles With a Spare Wheel
Your vehicle jack, wheel brace, screw-intowing eye and wheel trim remover arelocated in the spare wheel well.
Jacking and Lifting Points
WARNING
Use only the specified jacking points.If you use other positions, you maydamage the body, steering,suspension, engine, braking system or thefuel lines.
Emergency use onlyA
MaintenanceB
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Note:Make sure that you pull the wheeltrim remover at right angles to the trim.
Removing a Road Wheel
WARNINGS
Park your vehicle in such a positionthat neither the traffic nor you arehindered or endangered.
Set up a warning triangle.
Make sure that your vehicle is on firm,level ground with the wheels pointingstraight ahead.
Switch the ignition off and apply theparking brake.
If your vehicle has a manualtransmission, move the selector leverto first or reverse gear. If it has anautomatic transmission, move the selectorlever to position (P).
Have the passengers leave yourvehicle.
Secure the diagonally oppositewheel with an appropriate block orwheel chock.
Make sure that the arrows ondirectional tyres point in the directionof rotation when your vehicle ismoving forward. If you have to fit a sparewheel with the arrows pointing in theopposite direction, have the tyre refittedin the correct direction by an authoriseddealer.
Do not work underneath your vehiclewhen it is supported only by a jack.
Make sure that the jack is vertical tothe jacking point and the base is flaton the ground.
Note:Do not lay alloy wheels face downon the ground, this will damage the paint.
Note:The spare wheel is located under thefloor cover in the luggage compartment.
1.Install the locking wheel nut key.
2.Slacken the wheel nuts.
3.Jack up your vehicle until the tyre isclear of the ground.
4.Remove the wheel nuts and the wheel.
Installing a Road Wheel
WARNINGS
Use only approved wheel and tyresizes. Using other sizes coulddamage your vehicle and will makethe National Type Approval invalid. SeeTechnical Specifications (page 164).
Do not fit run flat tyres on vehiclesthat were not originally fitted withthem. Contact an authorised dealerfor more details about compatibility.
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