2013 FORD B MAX ECU

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Note:Not all vehicles are suitable orapproved to have tow bars fitted. See anauthorized dealer for further information.
Trailer Lighting
The electrical system on your vehicle is notsuitable for towing trailers with LED lamps.
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.
Unlocking the Tow Ball ArmMechanism
1.Remove the protecting cap.
2.Insert the key and turn it clockwise tounlock.
3.Hold the tow ball arm. Pull thehandwheel out and turn it clockwiseuntil it clicks.
Note:The red mark on the handwheel mustalign with the green mark on the tow ball.
4.Release the handwheel. The tow ballarm is unlocked.
Inserting the Tow Ball Arm
WARNING
The tow ball arm may only beinserted when completely unlocked.
125B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Towing

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1.Insert the tow ball arm vertically andpress it upwards until it engages.
Note:Do not hold your hand near thehandwheel.
Note:The green mark on the handwheelmust align with the green mark on the towball.
2.Turn the key counterclockwise andremove the key to lock the tow ball.
3.Pull the protecting cap from the keybow and press it onto the lock.
Driving With a Trailer
WARNING
If any of the below conditions cannotbe met, do not use the tow bar andhave it checked by an authorizeddealer.
Before starting your journey, make surethat the tow ball arm is correctly locked.Check that:
•the green marks are aligned
•the handwheel (A) is correctly fitted tothe tow ball arm
•you have removed the key (B)
•the tow ball arm is securely positioned.
Removing the Tow Ball Arm
126B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Towing

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Always use floor mats that aredesigned to fit the foot well of yourvehicle, leaving the pedal areaunobstructed, and which can be firmlysecured to retention posts so that theycannot slip out of position and interferewith the pedals or impair safe operation ofyour vehicle in other ways.
Incorrectly fitted floor mats cancause the accelerator pedal tobecome stuck in the open position.This can cause loss of vehicle control.
Always correctly install the floormats to the retention posts so thatthey cannot slip out of position orobstruct pedal operation.
Do not place unsecured floor matsor any other covering in the foot well.
Do not place additional floor matsor any other covering on top of theoriginal floor mats. This will reducethe pedal clearance and interfere with thepedal operation.
Do not allow objects to fall orbecome trapped under the pedals ofyour vehicle. This can cause loss ofvehicle control.
Carry out regular inspections to makesure the floor mats are secure.
To install the floor mats, position the floormat eyelet over the retention post andpress down to lock in position.
Remove in reverse order.
131B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Driving Hints

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Have your vehicle serviced regularly to helpmaintain its roadworthiness and resalevalue. There is a large network of Fordauthorized repairers that are there to helpyou with their professional servicingexpertise. Authorized repairers are bestqualified to service your vehicle properlyand expertly, with a wide range of highlyspecialized 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 Refueling
•Engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check(page 157).
•Brake fluid level. See Brake andClutch Fluid Check (page 159).
•Washer fluid level. See Washer FluidCheck (page 159).
•Tire pressures (when cold). SeeTechnical Specifications (page 183).
•Tire condition. See Wheels and Tires(page 174).
Monthly Checks
•Engine coolant level (engine cold). SeeEngine Coolant Check (page 158).
•Pipes, hoses and reservoirs for leaks.
•Air conditioning operation.
•Parking brake operation.
•Horn operation.
•Tightness of lug nuts. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 183).
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
1.Pull the hood release handle.
152B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Maintenance

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 2.Move the catch to the left.3.Open the hood and support it with thehood strut.
Closing the Hood
1.Remove the hood strut from the catchand secure correctly after use.
2.Lower the hood and allow it to dropfrom under its own weight for the last8 - 11 inches (20 – 30 centimeters).
Note:Make sure that you have closed thehood correctly.
153B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Maintenance

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 tires 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 tire refitted inthe correct direction by an authorizeddealer.
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 lug nut key.
2.Slacken the lug nuts.
3.Jack up your vehicle until the tire isclear of the ground.
4.Remove the lug nuts and the wheel.
Installing a Road Wheel
WARNINGS
Use only approved wheel and tiresizes. Using other sizes coulddamage your vehicle and will makethe National Type Approval invalid. SeeTechnical Specifications (page 183).
Do not fit run flat tires on vehiclesthat were not originally fitted withthem. Contact an authorized dealerfor more details about compatibility.
182B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Wheels and Tires

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Descriptions for function buttons1-4A
Function buttons 1 to 4 are contextdependent, and change according to thecurrent unit mode. The description for thecurrent function displays in the screen.
Sound Button
This will allow you to adjust the soundsettings (for example bass, middle andtreble).
1.Press the sound button.
2.Use the up and down arrow buttons toselect the required setting.
3.Use the left and right arrow buttons tomake the necessary adjustment. Thedisplay indicates the level selected.
4.Press the OK button to confirm thenew settings.
Waveband Button
Press the RADIO button to select from thewavebands available.
You can use the selector to return to radioreception when you have been listening toanother source.
Alternatively, press the left arrow buttonto display the available wavebands. Scrollto the required waveband and press OK.
Station Tuning Control
DAB Service Linking
Note:The system does not automaticallyturn on every time you switch the ignitionon.
Note:Service linking allowscross-referencing to other correspondingfrequencies of the same station, for exampleFM and other DAB ensembles.
Note:The system will automaticallychange to another corresponding station ifthe current one becomes unavailable, forexample when leaving the coverage area.
Switching DAB service linking on and off.See General Information (page 63).
Seek Tuning
Select a waveband and briefly press oneof the seek buttons. The unit will stop atthe first station it finds in the direction youhave chosen.
Manual Tuning
1.Press function button 2.
2.Use the left and right arrow buttons totune down or up the waveband in smallincrements or press and hold toincrement quickly, until you find astation you want to listen to.
3.Press OK to continue listening to astation.
Scan Tuning
Scan allows you to listen to a few secondsof each station detected.
199B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Audio System

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Descriptions for function buttons1-4A
Function buttons 1 to 4 are contextdependent, and change according to thecurrent unit mode. The description for thecurrent function displays in the screen.
Waveband Button
Press the RADIO button to select from thewavebands available.
You can use the selector to return to radioreception when you have been listening toanother source.
Alternatively, press the left arrow buttonto display the available wavebands. Scrollto the required waveband and press OK.
Station Tuning Control
Seek Tuning
Select a waveband and briefly press oneof the seek buttons. The unit will stop atthe first station it finds in the direction youhave chosen.
Manual Tuning
1.Press function button 2.
2.Use the left and right arrow buttons totune down or up the waveband in smallincrements or press and hold toincrement quickly, until you find astation you want to listen to.
3.Press OK to continue listening to astation.
Scan Tuning
Scan allows you to listen to a few secondsof each station detected.
1.Press function button 3.
2.Use the seek buttons to scan up ordown the selected waveband.
3.Press function button 3 again or OKto continue listening to a station.
Station Preset Buttons
This feature allows you to store yourfavorite stations, they can be recalled byselecting the appropriate waveband andpressing one of the preset buttons.
1.Select a waveband.
2.Tune to the station required.
3.Press and hold one of the presetbuttons. A progress bar and messagewill appear. When the progress barcompletes the station has been stored.The audio unit will also mutemomentarily as confirmation.
You can repeat this on each waveband andfor each preset button.
Note:When you drive to another part of thecountry, stations that broadcast onalternative frequencies, and are stored onpreset buttons, may be updated with thecorrect frequency and station name for thatarea.
205B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Audio System