2013 FORD B MAX parking brake

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Hill Start Assist..............................................107
Brakes
General Information....................................109
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes...........................................................109
Parking Brake.................................................109
Stability Control
Principle of Operation...................................111
Using Stability Control..................................111
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation..................................112
Parking Aid.......................................................112
Rear View Camera.........................................114
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation..................................117
Using Cruise Control.....................................117
Driving Aids
Active City Stop..............................................119
Load Carrying
General Information.....................................121
Luggage Anchor Points................................121
Rear Under Floor Storage...........................121
Cargo Nets.......................................................122
Luggage Covers.............................................122
Dog Guard........................................................122
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................124
Tow Ball............................................................125
Towing Points.................................................127
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels -Vehicles With: ManualTransmission..............................................128
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels -Vehicles With: AutomaticTransmission..............................................128
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................130
Cold Weather Precautions........................130
Driving Through Water...............................130
Floor Mats.......................................................130
Roadside Emergencies
Hazard Warning Flashers...........................132
First Aid Kit......................................................132
Warning Triangle...........................................132
Jump-Starting the Vehicle.........................132
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations......................................134
Fuse Specification Chart - Vehicles BuiltUp To: 04-01-2013...................................135
Fuse Specification Chart - Vehicles BuiltFrom: 05-01-2013....................................144
Changing a Fuse...........................................150
Maintenance
General Information....................................152
Opening and Closing the Hood...............152
Under Hood Overview - 1.0LEcoBoost™.................................................154
Under Hood Overview - 1.4L Duratec-16V(Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT(Sigma)........................................................155
Under Hood Overview - 1.5LDuratorq-TDCi/1.6L Duratorq-TDCi(DV) Diesel.................................................156
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.0LEcoBoost™.................................................157
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.4L Duratec-16V(Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT(Sigma)........................................................157
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5LDuratorq-TDCi/1.6L Duratorq-TDCi(DV) Diesel..................................................157
3B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Table of Contents

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Service engine soon
Side airbag
Shield the eyes
Stability control
Windshield wash and wipe
REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION
Your vehicle has been built to the higheststandards using quality parts. Werecommend that you demand the use ofgenuine Ford and Motorcraft partswhenever your vehicle requires scheduledmaintenance or repair. You can clearlyidentify genuine Ford and Motorcraft partsby looking for the Ford, FoMoCo orMotorcraft branding on the parts or theirpackaging.
Scheduled Maintenance andMechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make surethat your vehicle provides years of serviceis to have it maintained in line with ourrecommendations using parts thatconform to the specifications detailed inthis Owner’s Manual. Genuine Ford andMotorcraft parts meet or exceed thesespecifications.
Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience acollision, but accidents do happen. GenuineFord replacement collision parts meet ourstringent requirements for fit, finish,structural integrity, corrosion protectionand dent resistance. During vehicledevelopment we validate these partsdeliver the intended level of protection asa whole system. A great way to know forsure you are getting this level of protectionis to use genuine Ford replacementcollision parts.
7B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Introduction

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See Transmission (page 104).A
See Locking and Unlocking (page 34).B
See Power Windows (page 53). See Exterior Mirrors (page 54).C
See Head Restraints (page 83).D
See Fastening the Safety Belts (page 21).E
See Rear Seats (page 86).F
See Manual Seats (page 85).G
See Parking Brake (page 109).H
See Opening and Closing the Hood (page 152).I
10B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013At a Glance

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine •Oil pressure.
•Power steering.
•Stability control.
When a warning lamp or indicator does notilluminate once you have switched theignition on, it indicates a malfunction. Havethe system checked by an authorizeddealer.
Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Your vehicle willcontinue to have normal braking withoutAnti-lock brake system function.
Brake System Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when youengage the parking brake andthe ignition is on.
WARNING
Reduce your speed gradually andstop your vehicle as soon as it is safeto do so. Use your brakes with care.
If it illuminates when your vehicle ismoving, make sure the parking brake isdisengaged. If the parking brake isdisengaged, this indicates low brake fluidlevel or a brake system malfunction. Havethe system checked by an authorizeddealer immediately.
Coolant Temperature WarningLamp
WARNING
Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level beingcorrect. Have the system checked bya an authorized dealer immediately.
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Stop your vehicleas soon as it is safe to do so and switch theengine off. Check the coolant level. SeeEngine Coolant Check (page 158).
Cruise Control Indicator
It will illuminate when you haveset a speed using the cruisecontrol system. See UsingCruise Control (page 117).
Direction Indicator Warning Lamp
Flashes during operation. Asudden increase in the rate offlashing warns of a failedindicator bulb. See Changing a Bulb(page 162).
Door Ajar Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when you switchthe ignition on and remains on ifany door or the hood is open.
Engine Warning Lamps
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Powertrain Warning Lamp
All Vehicles
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 authorizeddealer immediately.
59B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Instrument Cluster

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WARNING
Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level beingcorrect. Have the system checked byan authorized dealer immediately.
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Stop your vehicleas soon as it is safe to do so and switch theengine off. Check the engine oil level. SeeEngine Oil Check (page 157).
Power Steering Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. You will continueto have full steering but will need to exertgreater force on the steering wheel. Havethe system checked by an authorizeddealer as soon as possible.
Rear Fog Lamp Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe rear fog lamps on.
Safety Belt Minder Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when a safetybelt is not fastened. See SafetyBelt Minder (page 22).
Shift Indicator
It will illuminate to inform youthat shifting to a higher gear maygive better fuel economy andlower CO2 emissions. It will notilluminate during periods of highacceleration, when you brake orpress the clutch pedal.
Stability Control Indicator
While driving, it flashes when thesystem is operating. After youswitch the ignition on, if it doesnot illuminate or illuminates continuouslywhile driving, this indicates a malfunction.During a malfunction, the system switchesoff. Have the system checked by anauthorized dealer as soon as possible.
If you switch the electronic stabilityprogram off, the warning lamp willilluminate. The lamp will go out when youswitch the system back on or when youswitch the ignition off.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Automatic Transmission
Sounds when you open the driver's doorand do not move the transmission selectorlever to position P.
Key Outside Car
Vehicles With Keyless System
Sounds when you close the door, theengine is running and the system does notdetect a passive key inside your vehicle.
Headlamps On
Sounds when you remove the key from theignition and open the driver's door and youhave left the headlamps or parking lampson.
Low Fuel
A warning chime will sound when theremaining fuel is less than approximately1.3 gallons (6 liters). The distance to emptydisplayed may vary depending on drivingstyle and road conditions.
61B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Instrument Cluster

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ActionMessageindicatorMessage
Have your vehicle checked by anauthorized dealer as soon as possible.redTransmission malfunctionService now
The transmission is overheating andneeds to cool. Stop your vehicle assoon as it is safe to do so. Move thetransmission selector lever to positionN or P and apply the parking brake.Switch off the ignition until the trans-mission has cooled and the messagedisappears from the display.
redTransmission overtemp.Stop safely
See Automatic Transmission (page104). See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 90).-Vehicle not in ParkSelect P
See Automatic Transmission (page104). See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 90).-To start select N or P
See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 90).-To start press brake
See Automatic Transmission (page104). See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 90).-To start select N
See Automatic Transmission (page104). See Starting and Stopping theEngine (page 90).-Door open apply brake
Stability Control
ActionMessageindicatorMessage
Have your vehicle checked by anauthorized dealer as soon as possible.amberABS malfunctionService now
Have your vehicle checked by anauthorized dealer as soon as possible.-ESP malfunctionNext service
See Using Stability Control (page111).-ESP off
73B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Information Displays

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Vehicles With Automatic Climate ControlVehicles With Manual Climate Control
Press the AUTO button.Adjust the fan speed to the secondspeed setting.1
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting.Adjust the temperature control to themidway point of the cold settings.2
Open all instrument panel air vents anddirect as desired.Adjust the air distribution control to theinstrument panel air vents position.3
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High AmbientTemperatures
Vehicles With Automatic Climate ControlVehicles With Manual Climate Control
Apply the parking brake.Apply the parking brake.1
Move the transmission selector lever toposition P or neutral.Move the transmission selector lever toposition P or neutral.2
Press the MAX A/C button.Adjust the temperature control to theMAX A/C position.3
Adjust the fan speed to the lowest speedsetting.4
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather
Vehicles With Automatic Climate ControlVehicles With Manual Climate Control
Press the windshield defrosting anddefogging button.Adjust the air distribution control to theinstrument panel and footwell air ventspositions.
1
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting.Press the A/C button.2
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting.3
81B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Climate Control

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Selecting Reverse Gear
Do not engage reverse gear when yourvehicle is moving. This can cause damageto the transmission.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARNINGS
Always set the parking brake fullyand make sure you move thetransmission selector lever toposition P. Switch the ignition off andremove the key whenever you leave yourvehicle.
Do not apply the brake pedal andaccelerator pedal simultaneously.Applying both pedals simultaneouslyfor more than three seconds will limitengine rpm, which may result in difficultymaintaining speed in traffic and could leadto serious injury.
Note:The system performs a series ofchecks when you switch the ignition off. Youmay hear a slight clicking sound. This isnormal.
Selector Lever Positions
ParkP
ReverseR
NeutralN
DriveD
Sport mode and manual shiftingS
Manual shift up+
Manual shift down-
WARNING
Apply the brakes before moving thetransmission selector lever and keepthem applied until you are ready tomove off.
Press the button on the transmissionselector lever to change to each position.
The transmission selector lever positionwill be shown in the information display.
P (Park)
WARNINGS
Move the transmission selector leverto park only when your vehicle isstationary.
104B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Transmission