2012 FORD B MAX tyre pressure

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Temporary Mobility Kit...............................155
Tyre Care..........................................................158
Using Winter Tyres.......................................159
Using Snow Chains......................................159
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System..........159
Changing a Road Wheel............................160
Technical Specifications...........................164
Capacities and Specific-ations
Vehicle Identification Plate.......................167
Vehicle Identification Number................168
Technical Specifications...........................168
Audio System
General Information......................................171
Audio unit - Vehicles With:AM/FM/CD..................................................172
Audio unit - Vehicles With:AM/FM/CD/Bluetooth............................177
Audio unit - Vehicles With: SonyAM/FM/CD..................................................182
Audio System Security...............................187
Compact Disc Player - Vehicles With:AM/FM/CD..................................................187
Compact Disc Player - Vehicles With:AM/FM/CD/Bluetooth/SonyAM/FM/CD.................................................190
Auxiliary Input Socket.................................194
Audio Troubleshooting...............................195
SYNC
General Information....................................196
Using Voice Recognition............................198
Using SYNC® With Your Phone............200
SYNC® Applications and Services..........211
Using SYNC® With Your MediaPlayer.............................................................213
SYNC® Troubleshooting...........................218
Appendices
Electromagnetic compatibility...............225
End User Licence Agreement..................226
4Table of Contents

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Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seat belt
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
Heated windscreen
Interior luggage compartmentrelease
Jack
Lighting control
Low tyre pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Service engine soon
Side airbag
Stability control
Windscreen wash and wipe
6Introduction

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See Locking and Unlocking (page 29). See Keyless Entry (page 32).A
See Active City Stop (page 111).B
See Changing the Wiper Blades (page 141).C
See Maintenance (page 134).D
See Towing Points (page 119).E
See Changing a Bulb (page 143).F
Tyre pressures. See Technical Specifications (page 164).G
See Changing a Road Wheel (page 160).H
8At a Glance

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See Changing a Bulb (page 143).A
See Changing the Wiper Blades (page 141).B
See Changing a Bulb (page 143).C
See First Aid Kit (page 122). See Warning Triangle (page 122). See TemporaryMobility Kit (page 155). Spare wheel, jack, and wheel brace. See Changing aRoad Wheel (page 160). Towing eye. See Towing Points (page 119).
D
See Towing Points (page 119).E
Tyre pressures. See Technical Specifications (page 164).F
See Changing a Road Wheel (page 160).G
See Refuelling (page 93).H
13At a Glance

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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

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See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 83).-To start press brake
See Automatic Transmission (page97). See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 83).-To start select N
See Automatic Transmission (page97). See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 83).-Door open apply brake
Stability Control
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer as soon as possible.amberABS malfunctionService now
Have the system checked by anauthorised dealer.-ESP malfunctionNext service
See Using Stability Control (page103).-ESP off
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
The pressure in one or more tyres hasdropped. Check as soon as possible.amberCheck Tyre pressures
Permanent malfunction. Have yourvehicle checked by an authoriseddealer.amberTyre pressure sys malfunctionservice required
67Information Displays

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WARNINGS
Do not exceed 62 mph (100 km/h).
The rear tyre pressures must beincreased by 3 psi (0.2 bar) abovespecification. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 164).
Do not exceed the maximum grosstrain weight stated on your vehicleidentification plate. See VehicleIdentification Plate (page 167).
Do not exceed the maximumpermissible nose weight, i.e. verticalweight on the tow ball, of 110 pounds(50 kilogrammes).
The electrical system is not suitablefor towing trailers with more thanone rear fog lamp.
Note:Not all vehicles are suitable orapproved to have tow bars fitted. Checkwith your dealer first.
Place loads as low and central to theaxle(s) of the trailer as possible. If you aretowing with an unladen vehicle, the loadin the trailer should be placed toward thenose, within the maximum nose load, asthis gives the best stability.
The stability of your vehicle to trailercombination is very much dependant onthe quality of the trailer.
In high altitude regions above 3 281 feet (1000 metres), the stipulated maximumpermitted gross train weight must bereduced by 10% for every additional 3 281feet (1 000 metres).
Steep Gradients
WARNING
The anti-lock braking system doesnot control the overrun brake on thetrailer.
Change down a gear before you reach asteep downhill gradient.
TOW BALL
WARNINGS
When not in use, always transportthe tow ball arm securely fastenedin the luggage compartment.
Take special care when fitting thetow ball arm as the safety of yourvehicle and the trailer depends onthis.
Do not use any tools for mounting ordismounting the tow ball arm.
Do not modify the trailer coupling.
Do not disassemble or repair the towball arm.
A 13-pin trailer socket and the tow ball armseat are provided under the rear bumper.Turn the trailer socket down through 90degrees until it engages in the end position.
116Towing

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Have your vehicle serviced regularly to helpmaintain its roadworthiness and resalevalue. There is a large network of Fordauthorised repairers that are there to helpyou with their professional servicingexpertise. Authorised repairers are bestqualified to service your vehicle properlyand expertly, with a wide range of highlyspecialised tools.
In addition to regular servicing, werecommend that you carry out thefollowing checks.
WARNINGS
Switch the ignition off beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind.
Do not touch the electronic ignitionsystem parts after you have switchedthe ignition on or when the engine isrunning. The system operates at highvoltage.
Keep your hands and clothing clearof the engine cooling fan. Undercertain conditions, the fan maycontinue to run for several minutes afteryou have switched the engine off.
Make sure that you fit filler capssecurely after carrying outmaintenance checks.
Daily Checks
•Exterior lamps.
•Interior lamps.
•Warning lamps and indicators.
Check When Refuelling
•Engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check(page 139).
•Brake fluid level. See Brake andClutch Fluid Check (page 141).
•Washer fluid level. See Washer FluidCheck (page 141).
•Tyre pressures (when cold). SeeTechnical Specifications (page 164).
•Tyre condition. See Wheels and Tyres(page 155).
Monthly Checks
•Engine coolant level (engine cold). SeeEngine Coolant Check (page 140).
•Pipes, hoses and reservoirs for leaks.
•Air conditioning operation.
•Parking brake operation.
•Horn operation.
•Tightness of wheel nuts. SeeTechnical Specifications (page 164).
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
BONNET
Opening the Bonnet
1.Pull the bonnet release handle.
134Maintenance