2015 FORD C MAX tires

Wheel pilot bore
A
Inspect the wheel pilot bore and
mounting surface prior to installation.
Remove any visible corrosion or loose
particles.
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Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle
’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals. Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
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Check Every 12 Months (C-MAX Energi
Plug-in Hybrid Only)
Inspect the engine oil filter for signs of
damage such as rust, paint blistering,
scratches or dents. If any of these
conditions are present, replace the filter.
See Normal Scheduled Maintenance
(page 424). Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great. Multi-point inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires for wear and proper pressure**
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
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SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Perform the services shown in the
following tables when specified or within
3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of the
message appearing in the information
display prompting you to change your oil.
•
Example 1: The message comes on at
28751 miles (46270 kilometers).
Perform the 30000-mile (48000
kilometer) automatic transmission
fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The message has not
come on, but the odometer reads
30000 miles (48000 kilometers) (for
example, the Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor was reset at 25000 miles
[40000 kilometers]). Perform the
engine air filter replacement. Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances
Change engine oil and filter every 12 months or 10000
miles (16000 km) unless otherwise indicated by the
information display. Perform services listed in the Normal
Scheduled Maintenance chart. *
As required
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See
Engine Oil
Check (page 217). Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
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Special Notices................................................12
New Vehicle Limited Warranty......................... 12
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles........................................ 12
On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)....................... 12
Special Instructions.............................................. 12
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance............12
Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow............12
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance..............................................426
Exceptions............................................................ 427
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................. 175
Stability Control............................................164
Principle of Operation....................................... 164
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch............................................ 127
Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................128 Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes...............130
Important Ventilating Information..............130
Switching Off the Vehicle When It Is
Moving............................................................... 130
Switching Off the Vehicle When It Is Stationary......................................................... 129
Vehicles with an Ignition Key.......................... 128
Vehicles with Keyless Start............................. 128
Starting and Stopping the Engine..........127 General Information........................................... 127
Steering
.............................................................177
Electric Power Steering..................................... 177
Steering Wheel
................................................67
Storage Compartments.............................126
Sun Shades......................................................82
Bounce-Back......................................................... 83
Opening and Closing the Sun Shade...........83
Sun Shade Relearning........................................ 83
Sun Visors
.........................................................82
Illuminated Vanity Mirror................................... 82
Supplementary Restraints System.........35 Principle of Operation......................................... 35
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ Applications and Services.......312 911 Assist................................................................ 312
SYNC AppLink..................................................... 318
SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI) (If Equipped, Unites
States Only)..................................................... 316
Vehicle Health Report....................................... 314SYNC™............................................................297
General Information.......................................... 297
SYNC™ Troubleshooting..........................327
T
Tailgate See: Manual Liftgate.......................................... 60
See: Power Liftgate.............................................. 61
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications.............275
Temporary Mobility Kit..............................243 (Type 2)................................................................. 248
First Stage: Inflating the Tire with Sealing Compound and Air....................................... 250
First Stage: Reinflating the Tire with Sealing Compound and Air....................................... 245
General Information......................................... 244
Second Stage: Checking Tire Pressure........................................................... 246
Tips for Use of the Kit...................................... 244
What to Do after the Tire has Been Sealed................................................................ 247
What to Do After the Tire has Been Sealed............................................................... 253
What to Do When a Tire Is Punctured........................................................ 245
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)......................200
Tire Care
..........................................................255
Glossary of Tire Terminology........................ 256
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................................................. 255
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................ 257
Temperature A B C............................................ 256
Traction AA A B C............................................... 255
Treadwear............................................................. 255
Tire Inflation When Punctured See: Temporary Mobility Kit........................... 243
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........270 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System......................................... 271
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ........................................ 271
Tire Repair Kit See: Temporary Mobility Kit........................... 243
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Tires
See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 243
Towing a Trailer.............................................186
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels..........................................................186
Emergency Towing............................................ 186
Recreational Towing.......................................... 187
Towing..............................................................186
Traction Control............................................163
Principle of Operation....................................... 163
Transmission Code Designation............278
Transmission...................................................157
Transmission See: Transmission............................................... 157
Transporting the Vehicle...........................186
U
Under Hood Overview - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
..............................................214
Under Hood Overview - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)..........................216
Unique Driving Characteristics................132
Universal Garage Door Opener
................119
HomeLink Wireless Control System.............119
USB Port.........................................................295
Using Cruise Control....................................175 ECO Cruise Control............................................. 176
Switching Cruise Control Off.......................... 176
Switching Cruise Control On........................... 175
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................54
Using Snow Chains.....................................269
Using Stability Control
...............................165
AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control ™
(RSC®).............................................................. 165
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
.............................................................319
Accessing Your Play Menu.............................. 323
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port........................................................... 319
Media Menu Features....................................... 322
Media Voice Commands................................ 320
System Settings................................................. 325
What's Playing?................................................. 320Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............301
Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu................................................................. 305
Accessing Your Phone Settings................... 308
Making Calls........................................................ 304
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............302
Pairing Subsequent Phones.......................... 302
Phone Options during an Active Call.........304
Phone Voice Commands................................ 302
Receiving Calls................................................... 304
System Settings................................................ 309
Text Messaging................................................... 307
Using Traction Control
................................163
Switching the System Off Using a
Switch................................................................ 163
Switching the System Off Using the Information Display Controls.................... 163
System Indicator Lights and Messages.......................................................... 163
Using Voice Recognition
...........................299
Initiating a Voice Session................................ 299
System Interaction and Feedback.............300
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
........................200
V
Vehicle Care
...................................................236
General Information......................................... 236
Vehicle Certification Label........................277
Vehicle Identification Number.................277
Vehicle Storage
............................................240
12V Battery............................................................ 241
Body........................................................................\
. 241
Brakes..................................................................... 242
Cooling System................................................... 241
Engine...................................................................... 241
Fuel System.......................................................... 241
General................................................................... 241
Miscellaneous..................................................... 242
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 242
Tires........................................................................\
. 242
Ventilation See: Climate Control......................................... 107
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.............277
Voice Control
...................................................68
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Warning Lamps and Indicators................86
Anti-Lock Braking System................................. 87
Battery...................................................................... 87
Brake System......................................................... 87
Cruise Control........................................................ 87
Direction Indicator................................................ 87
Door Ajar.................................................................. 87
Engine and Motor Coolant Temperature...................................................... 87
Engine Oil................................................................ 87
EV Later................................................................... 88
EV Now..................................................................... 87
Fasten Safety Belt............................................... 88
Front Airbag........................................................... 88
Front Fog Lamps.................................................. 88
High Beam.............................................................. 88
Liftgate Ajar............................................................ 88
Low Battery............................................................ 88
Low Fuel Level...................................................... 88
Low Tire Pressure Warning.............................. 88
Overdrive Cancel and Grade Assist..............88
Parking Lamps...................................................... 88
Powertrain Fault................................................... 88
Ready to Drive....................................................... 89
Service Engine Soon........................................... 89
Stability Control................................................... 89
Stability Control Off............................................ 89
Stop Safely............................................................. 89
Vehicle Plugged in............................................... 89
Washer Fluid Check.....................................222
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 236
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 70
Waxing..............................................................237
Wheels and Tires.........................................243
Technical Specifications................................. 273
Windows and Mirrors....................................79
Windshield Wipers
.........................................70
Intermittent Wipe................................................. 70
Speed dependent wipers (if equipped)........................................................... 70
Wipers and Washers.....................................70
Wrecker Towing See: Transporting the Vehicle....................... 186
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