2013 FORD B MAX seats

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNINGS
Extreme Hazard! Never use arearward facing child restraint on aseat protected by an active airbag infront of it. Death or serious injury to thechild can occur.
Do not modify the front of yourvehicle in any way. This couldadversely affect deployment of theairbags. Failure to adhere to this warningcould result in serious personal injury ordeath.
Wear a safety belt and keepsufficient distance between yourselfand the steering wheel. Only whenyou use the safety belt correctly, can it holdyou in a position that allows the airbag toachieve its optimum effect. See Sittingin the Correct Position (page 83). Failureto adhere to this warning could result inserious personal injury or death.
Repairs to the steering wheel,steering column, seats, airbags andsafety belts must be carried out byan authorized dealer. Failure to adhere tothis warning could result in seriouspersonal injury or death.
Keep the areas in front of the airbagsfree from obstruction. Do not affixanything to or over the airbag covers.In the event of a crash, hard objects couldcause serious personal injury or death.
Do not puncture the seat with sharpobjects. This could damage andadversely affect deployment of theairbags. Failure to adhere to this warningcould result in serious personal injury ordeath.
Use seat covers designed for seatswith side airbags. Have these fittedby an authorized dealer. Failure toadhere to this warning could result inserious personal injury or death.
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 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.
23B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Supplementary Restraints System

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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 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 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 authorized dealer.
24B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Supplementary Restraints System

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 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. The airbag will not deployin minor lateral and frontal collisions, rearcollisions, or overturns.
DRIVER KNEE AIRBAG
WARNING
Do not attempt to open the airbagcover.
The airbag will deploy during frontalcollisions or collisions that are up to 30degrees from the left or the right. Theairbag will inflate within a few thousandthsof a second and deflate on contact withthe occupants, thus providing a cushionbetween the driver’s knees and the steeringcolumn. During overturns, rear collisionsand side collisions, the knee airbag will notdeploy.
For item location: See At a Glance (page9).
Note:The airbag has a lower deploymentthreshold than the front airbags. During aminor collision, it is possible that only theknee airbag will deploy.
SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS
The airbags are located over the front andrear side windows.
The airbag will deploy during significantlateral collisions. It will also deploy duringsignificant frontal angled collisions. Thecurtain airbag will not deploy in minorlateral and frontal collisions, rear collisions,or overturns.
25B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Supplementary Restraints System

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine MANUAL LIFTGATE
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 safety belts.Make sure everyone in your vehicle is in aseat and using a safety 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.
KEYLESS ENTRY
General Information
WARNING
The system may not function if thekey is close to metal objects orelectronic devices such as cellphones.
The system will not function if:
•Your vehicle battery has no charge.
•The passive key frequencies arejammed.
•The passive key battery is flat.
36B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Locks

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Recommended Headlamp Leveling 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 186).
DIRECTION INDICATORS
Push the lever up or down to use thedirection indicators.
Note:Tap the lever up or down to make thedirection indicators flash three times toindicate a lane change.
INTERIOR LAMPS
Courtesy Lamp
OffA
Door contactB
OnC
If you set the switch to position B, thecourtesy lamp will illuminate when youunlock or open a door or the liftgate. If youleave a door open with the ignitionswitched off, the courtesy lamp will go offautomatically after some time to preventyour vehicle battery from losing charge. Toswitch it back on, switch the ignition on fora short time.
51B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Lighting

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Heated front seats: Press the button to turn the heated seats on. See HeatedSeats (page 87).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 unwanted odorsfrom entering your vehicle.
C
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.
D
Instrument panel: Press the button to distribute air through the instrumentpanel air vents.E
77B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Climate Control

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Windshield: Press the button to distribute air through the windshield air vents.You can also use this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a thin coveringof ice.
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Heated windshield: Press the button to defog and clear the windshield 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 87).J
Footwell: Press the button to distribute air through the footwell air vents.K
Windshield defrosting and defogging: Press the button to distribute outsideair through the windshield 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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78B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Climate Control

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 thewindshield.
Manual Climate Control
Note:To reduce fogging of the windshieldduring humid weather, adjust the airdistribution control to the windshield 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 windshield 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 windshielddefrosting and defogging, the instrumentpanel and footwell level functionsautomatically switch off and air conditioningswitches on. Outside air flows into yourvehicle.
79B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Climate Control