2013 FORD B MAX seats

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNINGS
Do not recline the seatback too faras this can cause the occupant toslide under the safety belt, resultingin serious injury in the event of a collision.
Sitting improperly, out of position orwith the seatback reclined too far,can result in serious injury or deathin the event of a collision. Always situpright against your seatback, with yourfeet on the floor.
Do not place objects higher than theseatback to reduce the risk of seriousinjury in the event of a collision orduring heavy braking.
When you use them properly, the seat,head restraint, safety belt and air bags willprovide optimum protection in the eventof a collision.
We recommend that you follow theseguidelines:
•Sit in an upright position with the baseof your spine as far back as possible.
•Do not recline the seatback more than30 degrees.
•Adjust the head restraint so that thetop of it is level with the top of yourhead and as far forward as possible.Make sure that you remaincomfortable.
•Keep sufficient distance betweenyourself and the steering wheel. Werecommend a minimum of 10 inches(25 centimeters) between yourbreastbone and the air bag cover.
•Hold the steering wheel with your armsslightly bent.
•Bend your legs slightly so that you canpress the pedals fully.
•Position the shoulder strap of thesafety belt over the center of yourshoulder and position the lap straptightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving position iscomfortable and that you can maintain fullcontrol of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNING
Fully adjust the head restraint beforeyou sit in or operate your vehicle. Thiswill help minimize the risk of neckinjury in the event of a collision. Do notadjust the head restraint when your vehicleis moving.
Adjusting the Head Restraints
Adjust the head restraint so that the topof it is level with the top of your head.
83B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Seats

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 1.Press button A to move the restraintrearward.
2.To move the restraint forward pull theheadrest.
Removing the Head Restraint
1.Press and hold the locking button.
2.Using a suitable implement release theretaining clip.
Rear Outer Head Restraint
1.Press and hold the locking button.
2.Using a suitable implement release theretaining clip.
Rear Center Head Restraint
Press the locking buttons and remove thehead restraint.
84B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Seats

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine MANUAL SEATS
WARNINGS
Do not place cargo or any objectsbehind the seatback before returningit to the original position. Pull on theseatback to make sure that it has fullylatched after returning the seatback to itsoriginal position. An unlatched seat maybecome dangerous if you stop suddenly orhave a collision.
Rock the seat backward and forwardafter releasing the lever to make surethat it is fully engaged in its catch.
Moving the Seat Backward andForward
Adjusting the Lumbar Support
Adjusting the Height of theDriver’s Seat
Recline Adjustment
Folding the Passenger's SeatForward
WARNINGS
Do not drive with the passenger'sseat folded forwards if the rear orcenter seat behind is occupied.
Do not drive with items on the foldedseatback.
When folding the passenger's seatforward, make sure that you keepclear of the seatback and seat frame.
85B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Seats

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 1.Push the locking lever
2.Fold the seat forward. Make sure thatthe seatback is in the folded positionand securely latched.
3.Push the locking lever to return theseatback to the vertical position. Makesure that the seatback is securelylatched in position.
REAR SEATS
Folding the Seatback
WARNINGS
When folding the seatbacks down,take care not to get your fingerscaught between the seatback andseat frame.
Do not attempt to fold the rear seatcushion forward.
Lower the head restraints. See HeadRestraints (page 83).
1.Press the unlock buttons down andhold them there.
2.Push the seatback forward. As the rearseatback lowers the seat cushion willalso lower.
Unfolding the Seatback
WARNINGS
When folding the seatbacks up,make sure that the belts are visibleto an occupant and not caughtbehind the seat.
Make sure that the seats and theseatbacks are secure and fullyengaged in their catches.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine HEATED SEATS
WARNING
People who are unable to feel painto their skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinalcord injury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions,must exercise care when using the heatedseat. The heated seat may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods of time. Do not placeanything on the seat that insulates againstheat, such as a blanket or cushion. Thismay cause the heated seat to overheat.Do not puncture the seat with pins, needlesor other pointed objects. This may damagethe heating element which may cause theheated seat to overheat. An overheatedseat may cause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid is spilled on the seat. Allowthe seat to dry thoroughly.
•Operate the heated seats unless theengine is running. Doing so could drainyour vehicle battery.
For item location: See Climate Control(page 75).
The heated seat will only operate with theignition switched on.
The maximum temperature is reachedafter five or six minutes. It is regulatedthermostatically.
The heated seat will remain on until eitherthe heated seat switch or the ignition isswitched off.
FRONT SEAT ARMREST
87B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Seats

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine CARGO NETS
Installing and Removing the Net
Installing the Net
1.Raise the rear outer head restraints.See Head Restraints (page 83).
2.Attach the top securing clips to thehead restraint guides.
3.Attach the bottom securing clips to thebottom anchor points.
Removing the Net
1.Raise the rear outer head restraints.See Head Restraints (page 83).
2.Remove the top and bottom securingclips.
LUGGAGE COVERS
WARNING
Do not place objects on the luggagecover.
Removing the Cover
DOG GUARD
WARNING
Keep a small distance between thedog guard and the rear seats.
1.Attach the dog guard to the upper andlower anchor points. Tighten thehandwheels.
122B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Load Carrying

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WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
When using SYNC:
•Do not operate playing devices if thepower cords or cables are broken, splitor damaged. Carefully place cords andcables where you cannot step on themor they do not interfere with theoperation of pedals, seats,compartments or safe driving abilities.
•Do not leave playing devices in yourvehicle during extreme conditions as itcould cause them damage. Refer toyour device's manual for furtherinformation.
•Do not attempt to service or repair thesystem. See an authorized dealer.
Privacy Information
When a cell phone is connected to SYNC,the system creates a profile that is linkedto that cell phone. The system creates theprofile to offer you more mobile featuresand to operate more efficiently. Amongother things, this profile may contain dataabout your phonebook, text messages(read and unread) and call history. Thiswill include the history of calls when yourcell phone was not connected to thesystem. If you connect a media player, thesystem creates and retains an index of
supported media content. The system alsorecords a short development log ofapproximately 10 minutes of all recentsystem activity. The log profile and othersystem data may be used to improve thesystem and help diagnose any problemsthat may occur.
The cell phone profile, media player indexand development log will remain in thesystem unless deleted. They are generallyaccessible in your vehicle only when youconnect your cell phone or media player.If you no longer plan to use the system oryour vehicle, we recommend you completea master reset to erase all storedinformation. See Information Displays(page 63).
Special equipment is required to accesssystem data. Access to your vehicle'sSYNC module is also required. We will notaccess the system data for any purposeother than as described without consent.Examples where system data can beaccessed are for a court order, whererequired by law enforcement, othergovernment authorities or other thirdparties acting with lawful authority. Otherparties may seek to access the informationindependently of us. Further privacyinformation is available. See SYNC™Applications and Services (page 253).
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
This system helps you control manyfeatures using voice commands. Thisallows you to keep your hands on thesteering wheel and focus on what is aroundyou.
Helpful Hints
Make sure the interior of your vehicle is asquiet as possible. Wind noise from openwindows and road vibrations may preventthe system from correctly recognizingspoken commands.
240B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013SYNC™

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine End User License Agreement.................269SYNC® End User License Agreement(EULA)..............................................................269Engine Coolant Check................................158Adding Engine Coolant.....................................158Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................39Engine Oil Check...........................................157Adding Oil..............................................................158Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.0LEcoBoost™..................................................157Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.4L Duratec-16V(Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT(Sigma).........................................................157Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5LDuratorq-TDCi/1.6L Duratorq-TDCi(DV) Diesel...................................................157....................................................................................157Exterior Mirrors................................................54Electric Folding Mirrors.......................................54Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................55Power Exterior Mirrors........................................54
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Fastening the Safety Belts...........................21Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy...........22First Aid Kit......................................................132Flat Tire InflationSee: Temporary Mobility Kit............................174Floor Mats.......................................................130Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps........................................49Fog Lamps - RearSee: Rear Fog Lamps.........................................50Front Fog Lamps............................................49Front Seat Armrest........................................87Fuel and Refueling........................................98Technical Specifications..................................103Fuel Consumption.......................................102Calculating Fuel Economy..............................103Filling the Tank....................................................102Fuel ConsumptionSee: Technical Specifications........................103Fuel Quality - Diesel.....................................99Long-Term Storage.............................................99Fuel Quality - Gasoline................................99Long-Term Storage.............................................99
Fuse Box Locations......................................134Engine Compartment Fuse Box....................134Passenger Compartment Fuse Box.............134Fuses.................................................................134Fuse Specification Chart - Vehicles BuiltFrom: 05-01-2013.....................................144Engine Compartment Fuse Box....................144Passenger Compartment Fuse Box.............147Fuse Specification Chart - Vehicles BuiltUp To: 04-01-2013....................................135Engine Compartment Fuse Box....................135Passenger's Compartment Fuse Box - Type1.............................................................................138Passenger's Compartment Fuse Box - Type2...........................................................................140
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Gauges...............................................................58Fuel Gauge..............................................................58General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................26Glasses Holder................................................89Global Opening and Closing......................56Global Closing.......................................................56Global Opening.....................................................56
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake.............................................109Hazard Warning Flashers...........................132Headlamp Exit Delay....................................49Headlamp Leveling.......................................50Recommended Headlamp Leveling SwitchPositions..............................................................51Head Restraints..............................................83.....................................................................................83Adjusting the Head Restraints........................83Removing the Head Restraint.........................84Heated Seats...................................................87Heated Windows and Mirrors....................82Heated Exterior Mirrors......................................82Heated Windows..................................................82HeatingSee: Climate Control...........................................75
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