2013 FORD B MAX maintenance

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Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine Coolant Check (page 158).A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and ClutchFluid Check (page 159).B
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine Oil Check (page 157).C
Battery: See Changing the 12V Battery (page 159).D
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive)*: See Brake and Clutch FluidCheck (page 159).E
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 134).F
Windshield and rear window washer fluid reservoir: See Washer Fluid Check(page 159).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine Oil Check (page 157).I
* The filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are colored for easy identification.
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DURATEC-16V TI-VCT (SIGMA)
Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine Coolant Check (page 158).A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and ClutchFluid Check (page 159).B
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine Oil Check (page 157).C
Battery: See Changing the 12V Battery (page 159).D
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive)*: See Brake and Clutch FluidCheck (page 159).E
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 134).F
Windshield and rear window washer fluid reservoir: See Washer Fluid Check(page 159).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine Oil Check (page 157).I
* The filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are colored for easy identification.
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DURATORQ-TDCI (DV) DIESEL
Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine Coolant Check (page 158).A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and ClutchFluid Check (page 159).B
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine Oil Check (page 157).C
Battery: See Changing the 12V Battery (page 159).D
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive)*: See Brake and Clutch FluidCheck (page 159).E
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 134).F
Windshield and rear window washer fluid reservoir: See Washer Fluid Check(page 159).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine Oil Check (page 157).I
* The filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are colored for easy identification.
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ECOBOOST™
MinimumA
MaximumB
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 1.4L
DURATEC-16V (SIGMA)/1.6L
DURATEC-16V TI-VCT (SIGMA)
MinimumA
MaximumB
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 1.5L
DURATORQ-TDCI/1.6L
DURATORQ-TDCI (DV) DIESEL
MinimumA
MaximumB
ENGINE OIL CHECK
1.Make sure that your vehicle is on levelground.
2.Switch off the engine and wait 10minutes for the oil to drain into the oilpan.
3.Remove the dipstick and wipe it witha clean, lint free cloth. Replace thedipstick and remove it again to checkthe oil level.
If the oil level is at the minimum mark, addoil immediately. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 169).
Note:Check the oil level before starting theengine.
Note:Make sure that the oil level isbetween the minimum and the maximummarks.
Note:Do not use oil additives or otherengine treatments. Under certain conditions,they may damage the engine.
Note:The oil consumption of new enginesreaches its normal level after approximately3000 miles (5000 kilometers).
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WARNINGS
Only add oil when the engine is cold.If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutesfor the engine to cool down. Failureto take care may result in personal injury.
Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is running. Failure to takecare may result in personal injury.
1.Remove the filler cap.
2.Add oil that meets Ford specifications.See Technical Specifications (page169).
3.Replace the filler cap. Turn it until youfeel a strong resistance.
Note:Do not add oil further than themaximum mark. Oil levels above themaximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note:Soak up any spillage with anabsorbent cloth immediately.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
WARNING
Do not allow the fluid to touch yourskin or eyes. If this happens, rinse theaffected areas immediately withplenty of water and contact your physician.
Note:Make sure that the level is betweenthe MIN and the MAX marks.
Note:Coolant expands when it is hot. Thelevel may therefore extend beyond the MAXmark.
If the level is at the MIN mark, add coolantimmediately.
Adding Engine Coolant
WARNINGS
Only add coolant when the engine iscold. If the engine is hot, wait 10minutes for the engine to cool down.
Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is running.
Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is hot. Wait for the engineto cool down.
Undiluted coolant is flammable andmay ignite if spilt on a hot exhaust.
Note:In an emergency, you can add justwater to the cooling system to reach avehicle service station. Have the systemchecked by an authorized dealer as soon aspossible.
Note:Prolonged use of incorrect dilutionof the coolant can cause engine damagefrom corrosion, overheating or freezing.
Note:Do not add coolant further than theMAX mark.
1.Remove the filler cap. Any pressure willescape slowly as you unscrew the cap.
2.Add a 50/50 mixture of coolant andwater using fluid that meets the Fordspecifications. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 169).
3.Replace the filler cap. Turn it until youfeel a strong resistance.
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CHECK
WARNINGS
Do not use any fluid other than therecommended brake fluid as this willreduce brake efficiency. Use ofincorrect fluid could result in the loss ofvehicle control, serious personal injury ordeath.
Only use brake fluid from a sealedcontainer. Contamination with dirt,water, petroleum products or othermaterials may result in brake systemdamage or failure. Failure to adhere to thiswarning could result in the loss of vehiclecontrol, serious personal injury or death.
Do not allow the fluid to touch yourskin or eyes. This could cause seriouspersonal injury. Rinse the affectedareas immediately with plenty of waterand consult a physician.
A fluid level between the MAX andMIN lines is within the normaloperating range and there is no needto add fluid. A fluid level outside of thenormal operating range could compromisethe performance of the brake or clutchsystems. Have your vehicle checkedimmediately.
See (page 169).
Note:The brake and the clutch systems aresupplied from the same reservoir.
WASHER FLUID CHECK
Note:The reservoir supplies the front andrear washer systems.
When adding fluid, use a mixture of washerfluid and water to help prevent freezing incold weather and improve the cleaningcapability. We recommend that you useonly high quality washer fluid.
For information on fluid dilution, refer tothe product instructions.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
WARNING
For vehicles with Start-Stop thebattery requirement is different. Youmust replace the battery with one ofexactly the same specification.
The battery is located in the enginecompartment. See Maintenance (page152).
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Make sure that you dispose ofold batteries in anenvironmentally friendly way.
Seek advice from your local authorityabout recycling old batteries.
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge ofthe blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluidor water applied with a soft sponge orcloth.
CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES
Windshield Wiper Blades
Note:The windshield wiper blades aredifferent in length. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 169). If you installwiper blades of the wrong length, the rainsensor may not work correctly.
Changing the Windshield 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.
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ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
You can adjust the headlamp beams forwhen you drive on the right-hand side orleft-hand side of the road.
1.Remove the headlamps. SeeRemoving a Headlamp (page 161).
2.Remove the covers. See Changing aBulb (page 162).
3.Slide the control on each headlamp toadjust the headlamp beam.
Note:When you return to driving on theother side of the road, remember to changethe headlamp beams to the original setting.
REMOVING A HEADLAMP
1.Open the hood. See Opening andClosing the Hood (page 152).
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 center of your vehicle andremove.
5.Disconnect the two electricalconnectors.
Note:When fitting the headlamp, makesure that you reconnect the electricalconnector correctly.
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