2013 FORD B MAX tire type

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A decal with tire pressure data is locatedin the driver’s door opening.
Check and set the tire pressure at theambient temperature in which you areintending to drive your vehicle and whenthe tires are cold.
Note:Check your tire pressures regularly tooptimize fuel economy.
Note:Use only approved wheel and tiresizes. Using other sizes could damage yourvehicle and will make the National TypeApproval invalid.
Note:If you change the diameter of the tiresfrom that fitted at the factory, thespeedometer may not display the correctspeed. Take your vehicle to an authorizeddealer to have the engine managementsystem reprogrammed.
Note:If you intend to change the size of thewheels from that fitted at the factory, checkthe suitability with an authorized dealer.
TEMPORARY MOBILITY KIT
Your vehicle may not have a spare tire.Therefore you will have a temporarymobility kit which will only repair onedamaged tire.
The kit is located in the spare wheel well.
General Information
WARNINGS
Depending on the type and extent oftire damage, some tires can only bepartially sealed or not sealed at all.Loss of tire pressure can affect vehiclehandling, leading to loss of vehicle control.
Do not use the kit on a previouslydamaged tire, for example when ithas been driven under inflated.
WARNINGS
Do not use the kit on run flat tires.
Do not try to seal damage to thetire’s sidewall.
The kit seals most tire punctures [with adiameter of up to ¼ inch (six millimeters)]to temporarily restore mobility.
You must observe the following rules whenusing the kit:
•Drive with caution and avoid makingsudden steering or driving manoeuvres,especially if your vehicle is heavilyladen or you are towing a trailer.
•The kit will provide you with anemergency temporary repair, enablingyou to continue your journey to the nextvehicle or tire dealer, or to drive amaximum distance of 125 miles(200 kilometers).
•Do not exceed a maximum speed of50 mph (80 km/h).
•Keep the kit out of the reach ofchildren.
•Only use the kit when the ambienttemperature is between -40°F(–40°C) and +158°F (+70°C).
Using the Kit
WARNINGS
Compressed air can act as anexplosive or propellant.
Never leave the kit unattended whilein use.
Do not keep the compressoroperating for more than 10 minutes.
You must only use the kit for thevehicle with which it was supplied.
174B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Wheels and Tires

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Note:Do not reset the system when yourvehicle is moving.
Note:You should reset the systemfollowing any adjustment to the tirepressures or any changing of tires.
1.Switch the ignition on.
2.Using the information display control,navigate to Menu > Vehicle settings> Deflation detection.
3.Press and hold the OK button untilconfirmation appears.
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
Lug Nuts
You can obtain a replacement locking lugnut key and replacement locking lug nutsfrom your dealer using the referencenumber certificate.
Vehicles With a Spare Wheel
If the spare wheel is exactly the same typeand size as the other fitted road wheels,you can replace the existing road wheelwith the spare wheel and continue to drivein the normal manner.
If the spare wheel is different to the otherroad wheels, it will carry a yellow label withthe appropriate speed limit.
Refer to the following information beforechanging the road wheel.
WARNINGS
Drive the shortest possible distances.
Do not fit more than one spare wheelon your vehicle at any one time.
Do not carry out any tire repairs on aspare wheel.
WARNINGS
Do not drive through an automaticcar wash.
If you are unsure what type of sparewheel you have do not exceed 80km/h (50 mph).
Only fit snow chains to specifiedtires. See Technical Specifications(page 183).
The ground clearance of your vehiclemay be reduced. Take care whenparking next to a curb.
Note:Your vehicle may exhibit someunusual driving characteristics.
Vehicle Jack
WARNINGS
The vehicle jack supplied with yourvehicle should only be used whenchanging a wheel in emergencysituations.
Before using the vehicle jack, checkthat it is not damaged or deformedand that the thread is lubricated andfree from foreign matter.
Never place anything between thejack and the ground, or the jack andyour vehicle.
Note:Vehicles with a temporary mobilitykit do not have a vehicle jack or a wheelbrace.
It is recommended to use a workshop typehydraulic jack for changing betweensummer and winter tires.
Note:Use a jack with a minimum liftingcapacity of 1.5 tonnes and a lifting plate witha minimum diameter of 3.1 inches (80millimeters).
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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

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Do not install alloy wheels using lugnuts designed for use with steelwheels.
Note:The lug nuts of alloy wheels andspoked steel wheels can also be used forthe steel spare wheel for a short time(maximum two weeks).
Note:Make sure the wheel and hub contactsurfaces are free from foreign matter.
Note:Make sure that the cones on the lugnuts are against the wheel.
1.Install the wheel.
2.Install the lug nuts finger tight.
3.Install the locking lug nut key.
4.Partially tighten the lug nuts in thesequence shown.
5.Lower your vehicle and remove thejack.
6.Fully tighten the lug nuts in thesequence shown. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 183).
7.Install the wheel trim using the ball ofyour hand.
WARNING
Have the lug nuts checked fortightness and the tire pressurechecked as soon as possible.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Lug Nut Torque
Ib-ft (Nm)Wheel type
100 (135)All
183B-MAX (CB2) Vehicles Built From: 25-06-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013Wheels and Tires

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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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