Ford 2011 C-Max Owner's Handbook Manual

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FordC-MAX
Owner's handbook

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© Ford Motor Company 2011

All rights reserved.

Part number: (CG3567en) 12/2010 20110125082809

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Introduction

About this handbook................................7

Symbols glossary.......................................7

Parts and accessories..............................7

Quick start

Quick start.................................................10

Child safety

Child seats................................................19

Booster cushions....................................20

Child seat positioning..............................21

ISOFIX anchor points..............................24

Child safety locks....................................25

Occupant protection

Principle of operation..............................27

Fastening the seat belts........................29

Seat belt height adjustment..................33

Seat belt reminder..................................33

Using seat belts during pregnancy......33

Disabling the passenger airbag............34

Keys and remote controls

General information on radio

frequencies..........................................36

Programming the remote control........36

Changing the remote control

battery...................................................36

Locks

Locking and unlocking...........................39

Keyless entry...........................................43

Global opening and closing...................45

Engine immobiliser

Principle of operation..............................48

Coded keys.............................................48

Arming the engine immobiliser.............48

Disarming the engine immobiliser........48

Alarm

Principle of operation..............................49

Arming the alarm.....................................50

Disarming the alarm................................50

Steering wheel

Adjusting the steering wheel.................51

Audio control............................................51

Voice control............................................52

Wipers and washers

Windscreen wipers.................................53

Autowipers...............................................53

Windscreen washers.............................54

Rear window wiper and washers.........54

Adjusting the windscreen washer

jets.........................................................55

Headlamp washers................................55

Checking the wiper blades...................56

Changing the wiper blades...................56

Technical specifications.........................57

Lighting

Lighting control........................................58

Autolamps................................................59

Front fog lamps.......................................59

Rear fog lamps........................................60

Headlamp levelling..................................60

Hazard warning flashers.........................61

Direction indicators..................................61

Cornering lamps......................................61

Interior lamps...........................................62

Removing a headlamp...........................62

Changing a bulb......................................63

Bulb specification chart..........................70

Windows and mirrors

Electric windows.....................................72

Exterior mirrors........................................73

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Electric exterior mirrors..........................74

Auto-dimming mirror..............................75

Blind spot monitor...................................75

Instruments

Gauges.....................................................78

Warning lamps and indicators..............80

Audible warnings and indicators..........82

Information displays

General information................................84

Trip computer..........................................90

Personalised settings.............................90

Information messages............................91

Climate control

Principle of operation.............................101

Air vents...................................................101

Manual climate control.........................102

Automatic climate control....................104

Heated windows and mirrors..............107

Auxiliary heater.......................................107

Seats

Sitting in the correct position................110

Manual seats...........................................110

Head restraints........................................111

Electric seats...........................................112

Rear seats...............................................113

Heated seats..........................................121

Convenience features

Sun blinds...............................................122

Instrument lighting dimmer..................123

Clock.......................................................123

Cigar lighter............................................123

Auxiliary power sockets.......................124

Cup holders............................................125

Storage compartments........................125

Glasses holder.......................................125

Childminder mirror.................................126

Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket............126

USB port..................................................127

Satellite navigation unit holder.............127

Floor mats...............................................127

Starting the engine

General information..............................128

Ignition switch........................................128

Steering wheel lock...............................128

Starting a petrol engine........................129

Starting a diesel engine........................130

Keyless starting.....................................130

Diesel particulate filter (DPF)................132

Switching off the engine.......................132

Engine heater.........................................132

Start-stop

Principle of operation............................134

Using start-stop.....................................134

Eco mode

Principle of operation............................136

Using Eco mode....................................136

Fuel and refuelling

Safety precautions................................137

Fuel quality - Petrol................................137

Fuel quality - Diesel................................137

Catalytic converter................................137

Fuel filler flap...........................................138

Refuelling................................................139

Fuel consumption..................................139

Technical specifications........................139

Transmission

Manual transmission.............................142

Automatic transmission........................142

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Brakes

Principle of operation............................145

Hints on driving with ABS.....................145

Parking brake.........................................145

Stability control

Principle of operation............................146

Using stability control............................146

Hill start assist

Principle of operation............................148

Using hill start assist..............................148

Parking aid

Principle of operation............................150

Using the parking aid - Vehicles With:

Rear Parking Aid.................................150

Using the parking aid - Vehicles With:

Front and Rear Parking Aid...............151

Active park assist

Principle of operation............................154

Using active park assist........................154

Rear view camera

Principle of operation............................157

Using the rear view camera.................157

Cruise control

Principle of operation............................160

Using cruise control..............................160

Speed limiter

Principle of operation............................162

Using the speed limiter.........................162

Load carrying

General information..............................163

Luggage anchor points........................163

Luggage covers....................................165

Rear under floor storage......................165

Cargo nets..............................................165

Roof racks and load carriers................167

Towing

Towing a trailer.......................................170

Retractable tow ball..............................170

Driving hints

Running-in...............................................174

Cold weather precautions...................174

Driving through water...........................174

Emergency equipment

First aid kit...............................................175

Warning triangle.....................................175

Emergency exit......................................175

Fuses

Fuse box locations................................176

Changing a fuse.....................................176

Fuse specification chart........................177

Vehicle recovery

Towing points.........................................185

Towing the vehicle on four wheels.....185

Maintenance

General information...............................187

Opening and closing the bonnet........187

Engine compartment overview - 1.6L

Duratec-16V Ti-VCT (Sigma)............189

Engine compartment overview - 1.6L

Duratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel...............190

Engine compartment overview - 2.0L

Duratorq-TDCi (DW) Diesel...............191

Engine oil dipstick - 1.6L Duratec-16V

Ti-VCT (Sigma)...................................192

Engine oil dipstick - 1.6L Duratorq-TDCi

(DV) Diesel/2.0L Duratorq-TDCi (DW)

Diesel...................................................192

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Engine oil check.....................................193

Engine coolant check...........................193

Brake and clutch fluid check...............194

Washer fluid check................................194

Technical specifications........................195

Vehicle care

Cleaning the exterior.............................197

Cleaning the interior..............................197

Repairing minor paint damage............198

Vehicle battery

Using booster cables............................199

Changing the vehicle battery..............199

Battery connection points...................200

Wheels and tyres

General information..............................201

Changing a road wheel........................201

Tyre repair kit.........................................206

Tyre care................................................209

Using winter tyres..................................210

Using snow chains................................210

Tyre pressure monitoring system.......210

Technical specifications........................211

Vehicle identification

Vehicle identification plate....................216

Vehicle identification number (VIN).....217

Technical specifications

Technical specifications........................218

Audio introduction

Important audio information...............222

Audio unit overview

Audio unit overview..............................223

Audio system security

Security code........................................229

Audio unit operation

On/off control........................................230

Sound button........................................230

Waveband button.................................230

Station tuning control...........................230

Station preset buttons..........................231

Autostore control..................................231

Traffic information control....................231

Audio unit menus

Automatic volume control...................233

Digital signal processing (DSP)...........233

News broadcasts.................................233

Alternative frequencies........................233

Regional mode (REG)..........................234

Compact disc player

Compact disc playback.......................235

Track selection......................................235

Fast forward/reverse...........................235

Shuffle/random.....................................235

Repeat compact disc tracks..............235

Compact disc track scanning............236

MP3 file playback..................................236

MP3 display options.............................238

Ending compact disc playback..........238

Auxiliary input (AUX IN)

socket

Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket...........239

Audio troubleshooting

Audio troubleshooting.........................240

Telephone

General information..............................241

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Bluetooth setup.....................................241

Telephone setup...................................241

Telephone controls..............................242

Using the telephone.............................243

Voice control

Principle of operation...........................245

Using voice control...............................245

Audio unit commands.........................246

Telephone commands........................253

Climate control commands................258

Connectivity

General information..............................261

Connecting an external device..........262

Connecting an external device -

Vehicles With: Bluetooth..................262

Using a USB device..............................263

Using an iPod........................................264

Navigation introduction

General information..............................266

Road Safety...........................................266

Navigation Quick start

Navigation Quick start..........................268

Navigation unit overview

Navigation unit overview......................271

Loading the navigation data................275

System settings

System settings....................................276

Navigation system

Route options menu............................279

Route displays.......................................280

Traffic Message Channel

Principle of operation............................281

Using TMC..............................................281

Map updates

Map updates.........................................282

Appendices

Type approvals......................................283

Type approvals......................................283

Type approvals......................................283

Type approvals......................................284

Type approvals......................................284

Electromagnetic compatibility............285

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ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK

Thank you for choosing Ford. We
recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this
handbook. The more that you know about
it, the greater the safety and pleasure you
will get from driving it.

WARNING

Always drive with due care and
attention when using and operating
the controls and features on your

vehicle.

Note:

This handbook describes product
features and options available throughout
the range, sometimes even before they
are generally available. It may describe
options not fitted to your vehicle.

Note:

Always use and operate your
vehicle in line with all applicable laws and
regulations.

Note:

Pass on this handbook when
selling your vehicle. It is an integral part of
the vehicle.

SYMBOLS GLOSSARY

Symbols in this handbook

WARNING

You risk death or serious injury to
yourself and others if you do not
follow the instructions highlighted

by the warning symbol.

CAUTION

You risk damaging your vehicle if you
do not follow the instructions
highlighted by the caution symbol.

Symbols on your vehicle

When you see these symbols, read and
follow the relevant instructions in this
handbook before touching or attempting
adjustment of any kind.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Now you can be sure that your
Ford parts are Ford parts

Your Ford has been built to the highest
standards using high quality Ford Original
Parts. As a result, you can enjoy driving it
for many years.

Should the unexpected occur and a major
part needs replacing, we recommend that
you accept nothing less than Ford Original
Parts.

The use of Ford Original Parts ensures
that your vehicle is repaired to its
pre-accident condition and maintains its
maximum residual value.

Ford Original Parts match Ford's stringent
safety requirements and high standards
of fit, finish and reliability. Quite simply, they
represent the best overall repair value,
including parts and labour costs.

Now it is easier to tell if you have really
been given Ford Original Parts. The Ford
logo is clearly visible on the following parts
if they are Ford Original Parts. If your
vehicle has to be repaired, look for the
clearly visible Ford branding and make
sure that only Ford Original Parts have
been used.

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Introduction

Look for the Ford logo on the
following parts

Sheet metal

•

Bonnet

•

Wings

•

Doors

•

Luggage compartment lid or tailgate

E130165

Bumper and radiator grille

•

Radiator grille

•

Front and rear bumper

E130166

Exterior mirror

E130167

Glass

•

Rear window

•

Side glass

•

Windscreen

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Introduction

E130168

Lighting

•

Rear lamps

•

Headlamp

E130169

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Introduction

QUICK START

Instrument panel overview

Left-hand drive

H IGFEDCBA

X W V U T S Q P

O

R

LMN JK

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Quick start

Right-hand drive

E130099

HI G B DC FE

A

X

SU TVWK

L

RQ

O MNPJ

Air vents. See Air vents (page 101).

A

Direction indicators. See Direction indicators (page 61). Main beam. See
Lighting control (page 58).

B

Information display control (all vehicles except right-hand drive vehicles with
voice control). See Information displays (page 84).

C

Information and entertainment display control (right-hand drive vehicles with
voice control only).

C

Instrument cluster. See Gauges (page 78). See Warning lamps and
indicators (page 80).

D

Audio control (all vehicles without voice control). See Information displays
(page 84).

E

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Information and entertainment display control (left-hand drive vehicles with
voice control only). See Audio control (page 51).

E

Information display control (right-hand drive vehicles with voice control only).
See Information displays (page 84).

E

Wiper lever. See Wipers and washers (page 53).

F

Information and entertainment display.G

Audio unit. See Audio unit overview (page 223).

H

Door lock button. See Locking and unlocking (page 39).

I

Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard warning flashers (page 61).

J

Power liftgate switch. See Locking and unlocking (page 39).

K

Parking aid switch. See Parking aid (page 150).

L

Active park assist switch. See Active park assist (page 154).

M

Start-stop switch. See Using start-stop (page 134).

N

Heated rear window switch. See Heated windows and mirrors (page

107).

O

Heated windscreen switch. See Heated windows and mirrors (page

107).

P

Climate controls. See Climate control (page 101).

Q

Start button. See Keyless starting (page 130).

R

Ignition switch. See Ignition switch (page 128).

S

Audio control. See Audio control (page 51). Voice control. See Voice
control (page 52).

T

Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the steering wheel (page 51).

U

Horn.V

Cruise control switches. See Cruise control (page 160). Speed limiter
switches. See Speed limiter (page 162).

W

Lighting control. See Lighting control (page 58). Front fog lamps. See
Front fog lamps (page 59). Rear fog lamp. See Rear fog lamps (page

60). Headlamp levelling control. See Headlamp levelling (page 60).
Instrument lighting dimmer. See Instrument lighting dimmer (page 123).

X

Power liftgate

WARNINGS

Do not operate the luggage
compartment lid unless it is free
from obstruction.

WARNINGS

Careless opening and closing of the
luggage compartment lid can
override the protection function and

cause injuries.

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Quick start

The luggage compartment lid can be
operated using the remote control, the
centre console switch, the luggage
compartment lid switch or the luggage
compartment lid release handle.

See Locking and unlocking (page

39).

Keyless entry

E78276

Passive locking and unlocking requires a
valid passive key to be located within one
of the three external detection ranges.

Unlocking the vehicle

E87384

Open any door.

Note:

A valid passive key must be
located within the detection range of that
door.

One long flash of the direction indicators
confirms that all the doors and the
luggage compartment lid have been
unlocked and that the alarm has been
disarmed.

Locking the vehicle

E87384

Touch a front door handle lock sensor to
lock the vehicle.

See Keyless entry (page 43).

Adjusting the steering wheel

WARNING

Never adjust the steering wheel
when the vehicle is moving.

1

2

2

E95178

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Quick start

3

E95179

See Adjusting the steering wheel
(page 51).

Autowipers

C

A

B

E128445

High sensitivityA

O nB

Low sensitivityC

Autolamps

E70719

The headlamps will come on and go off
automatically depending on the ambient
light.

See Autolamps (page 59).

Electric windows

Note:

To reduce wind noise or buffeting
when just one window is open, open the
opposite window slightly.

See Electric windows (page 72).

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Quick start

Electric folding mirrors

E72623

See Electric exterior mirrors (page

74).

Information displays

E130248

Use the arrow buttons to navigate
through the menus and press OK to
make a selection.

See General information (page 84).

Manual climate control

Heating the interior quickly

E129884

Cooling the interior quickly

E129887

Defrosting and demisting the
windscreen

E129888

See Manual climate control (page

102).

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Quick start

Automatic climate control

E91391

See Automatic climate control
(page 104).

Keyless starting

E85766

Press the start button.

Stopping the engine when the
vehicle is moving

WARNING

Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a

loss of brake and steering
assistance. The steering will not be
locked, but higher effort will be required.
When the ignition is switched off some
electrical circuits, warning lamps and
indicators may also be OFF.

Press and hold the start button for two
seconds, or press three times within three
seconds.

Press the start button.

See Keyless starting (page 130).

Diesel particulate filter (DPF)

WARNING

Do not park or idle your vehicle over
dry leaves, dry grass or other

combustible materials. The DPF
regeneration process creates very high
exhaust gas temperatures and the
exhaust will radiate a considerable
amount of heat during and after DPF
regeneration, and after you have switched
the engine off. This is a potential fire
hazard.

See Diesel particulate filter (DPF)
(page 132).

Fuel filler flap

E86613

Press the flap to open it. Open the flap
fully until it engages.

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Quick start

E119080

Insert the fuel nozzle up to and including
the first notch on the nozzle. Keep it
resting on the cover of the fuel pipe
opening.

WARNING

We recommend that you wait at
least 10 seconds before removing
the fuel nozzle to allow any residual

fuel to drain into the fuel tank.

E119081

Slightly raise the fuel nozzle to remove it.

See Fuel filler flap (page 138).

Manual transmission

Selecting reverse gear

E99067

On some vehicles it is necessary to raise
the collar whilst selecting reverse gear.

See Manual transmission (page 142).

Automatic transmission

WARNING

Apply the brakes before moving the
selector lever and keep them
applied until you are ready to move

off.

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Quick start

E80836

S

ParkP

ReverseR

NeutralN

DriveD

Sport mode and manual shiftingS

See Automatic transmission (page

142).

Speed limiter

The system allows you to set a speed, to
which the vehicle then becomes limited.

See Speed limiter (page 162).

Towing the vehicle on four
wheels

CAUTION

For certain engine and transmission
combinations, it is recommended not
to tow the vehicle with the drive

wheels on the ground.

See Towing the vehicle on four
wheels (page 185).

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Quick start

CHILD SEATS

E133140

E68916

WARNINGS

Secure children that are less than
150 centimetres tall in a suitable,
approved child restraint, in the rear

seat.

Extreme Hazard! Do not use a
rearward facing child restraint on a
seat protected by an air bag in front

of it!

Read and follow the manufacturer’s
instructions when you are fitting a
child restraint.

Do not modify child restraints in any
way.

Do not hold a child on your lap when
the vehicle is moving.

WARNINGS

Do not leave unattended children in
your vehicle.

If your vehicle has been involved in
an accident, have the child restraints
checked by properly trained

technicians.

Note:

Mandatory use of child restraints

varies from country to country.

Only child restraints certified to
ECE-R44.03 (or later) have been tested
and approved for use in your vehicle. A
choice of these are available from your
Dealer.

Child restraints for different
mass groups

Use the correct child restraint as follows:

Baby safety seat

E68918

Secure children that weigh less than 13
kilograms in a rearward facing baby safety
seat (Group 0+) in the rear seat.

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Child safety seat

E68920

Secure children that weigh between 13
and 18 kilograms in a child safety seat
(Group 1) in the rear seat

BOOSTER CUSHIONS

WARNINGS

Do not install a booster seat or a
booster cushion with only the lap
strap of the seat belt.

Do not install a booster seat or a
booster cushion with a seat belt that
is slack or twisted.

Do not put the seat belt under your
child’s arm or behind its back.

Do not use pillows, books or towels
to boost your child’s height.

Make sure that your children sit in
an upright position.

Secure children that weigh more
than 15 kilograms but are less than
150 centimetres tall in a booster

seat or a booster cushion.

CAUTION

When using a child seat on a rear
seat, make sure that the child seat
rests tightly against the vehicle seat.

It may be necessary to lift or remove the
head restraint. See Head restraints
(page 111).

Booster seat (Group 2)

E70710

We recommend that you use a booster
seat that combines a cushion with a
backrest instead of a booster cushion
only. The raised seating position will allow
you to position the shoulder strap of the
adult seat belt over the centre of your
child’s shoulder and the lap strap tightly
across its hips.

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Child safety

Booster cushion (Group 3)

E68924

CHILD SEAT POSITIONING

WARNINGS

Please consult your Dealer for the
latest details relating to Ford
recommended child seats.

Extreme Hazard! Do not use a
rearward facing child restraint on a
seat protected by an air bag in front

of it!

WARNINGS

When you are using a child restraint
with a support leg on a second row

seat, make sure that you locate the
support leg securely on the under floor
storage compartment lid. Make sure that
you install the foam spacer correctly inside
the storage compartment and that you
position the lid correctly.

When using a child seat with a seat

belt, make sure that the seat belt is

not slack or twisted.

CAUTION

The child seat must rest tightly
against the vehicle seat. It may be
necessary to lift or remove the head

restraint. See Head restraints (page

111).

Note:

When using a child seat on a front
seat, always adjust the front passenger
seat to its fully rearwards position. If it
proves difficult to tighten the lap section
of the seat belt without slack remaining,
adjust the seatback to the fully upright
position and raise the height of the seat.
See Seats (page 110).

Child seat positions

Mass group categories

Seating positions

IIIIII0+0

22 - 36 kg15 - 25 kg9 - 18 kg

Up to 13

kg

Up to 10

kg

Booster seat or

cushion

Child

safety

seat

Baby safety seat

UF¹UF¹UF¹XX

Front passenger seat
with airbag ON

U¹U¹U¹U¹U¹

Front passenger seat
with airbag OFF

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Child safety

Mass group categories

Seating positions

IIIIII0+0

22 - 36 kg15 - 25 kg9 - 18 kg

Up to 13

kg

Up to 10

kg

Booster seat or

cushion

Child

safety

seat

Baby safety seat

UUUUU

Second row seats ­Grand C-MAX

UUUUU

Second row seats - C­MAX

UUUUU

Third row seats - Grand
C-MAX

X Not suitable for children in this mass group.

U Suitable for universal category child seats approved for use in this mass group.

U¹ Suitable for universal category child seats approved for use in this mass group.

However, we recommend that you secure children in a government approved child
seat, in the rear seat.

UF¹ Suitable for universal category forward facing child seats approved for use in this
mass group. However, we recommend that you secure children in a government
approved child seat, in the rear seat.

ISOFIX child seats

Mass group categories

Seating positions

10+

Forward facingRear facing

9 - 18 kgUp to 13 kg

Vehicle seating position not ISOFIX
equipped

Size classFront seat

Seat type

A, B, B1, C, D

*

C, D, E

*

Size class

Second row outboard seat
ISOFIX - Grand C-MAX

IL**, IUF

***

IL

**

Seat type

A, B, B1, D

*

D, E

*

Size class

Second row outboard seat
ISOFIX - C-MAX

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Child safety

Mass group categories

Seating positions

10+

Forward facingRear facing

9 - 18 kgUp to 13 kg

IL**, IUF

***

IL

**

Seat type

Vehicle seating position not ISOFIX
equipped

Size classSecond row centre seat

Seat type

Vehicle seating position not ISOFIX
equipped

Size classThird row seat ISOFIX -

Grand C-MAX

Seat type

IL Suitable for particular ISOFIX child restraints systems of the semi-universal category.
Please consult child restraints systems suppliers' vehicle recommendation lists.

IUF Suitable for ISOFIX forward facing child restraints systems of universal category
approved for use in this mass group and ISOFIX size class.

*

The ISOFIX size class for both universal and semi-universal child restraints systems

is defined by the capital letters A to G. These identification letters are displayed on
ISOFIX child restraints.

**

At time of publishing the recommended Group O+ ISOFIX baby safety seat is the Britax
Romer Baby Safe. Please consult your Dealer for the latest details relating to Ford
recommended child seats.

***

At time of publishing the recommended Group 1 ISOFIX child seat is the Britax Romer
Duo. Please consult your Dealer for the latest details relating to Ford recommended
child seats.

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Child safety

ISOFIX ANCHOR POINTS

WARNING

Use an anti-rotation device when
using the ISOFIX system. We
recommend the use of a top tether

or support leg.

Note:

When you are purchasing an
ISOFIX restraint, make sure that you know
the correct mass group and ISOFIX size
class for the intended seating locations.
See Child seat positioning (page 21).

Your vehicle is fitted with ISOFIX anchor
points that accommodate universally
approved ISOFIX child restraints.

The ISOFIX system comprises two rigid
attachment arms on the child restraint
that attach to anchor points on the
outboard rear seats, where the cushion
and backrest meet. Tether anchor points
are fitted behind the outboard rear seats
for child restraints with a top tether.

Top tether anchor points - All
vehicles

E133892

Top tether anchor points - C­MAX

WARNING

If your vehicle is equipped with the
comfort seat system, slide the

second row seat forwards to gain
access to the anchor points. After
installing the ISOFIX seat, do not move the
seat to the comfort position as it could
interfere with the tether strap routing.

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Child safety

E132100

Top tether anchor points ­Grand C-MAX

E130125

Attaching a child seat with top
tethers

WARNINGS

Do not attach a tether strap to
anything other than the correct
tether anchor point.

WARNINGS

Make sure that the top tether strap
is not slack or twisted and is
properly located on the anchor

point.

Note:

Where applicable, remove the

luggage cover to ease installation. See
Luggage covers (page 165).

1. Route the tether strap to the anchor
point.

E75531

2. Push the child seat back firmly to
engage the ISOFIX lower anchor
points.

3. Tighten the tether strap in line with the
child seat manufacturer's instructions.

CHILD SAFETY LOCKS

WARNING

You cannot open the doors from
inside if you have put the child safety
locks on.

Manual child safety locks

Note:

On vehicles with keyless entry, use

the spare key. See Keyless entry (page

43).

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Child safety

C-MAX

E112197

Grand C-MAX

E130124

Left-hand side

Turn anti-clockwise to lock and clockwise
to unlock.

Right-hand side

Turn clockwise to lock and anti-clockwise
to unlock.

Electric child safety locks

Note:

Pressing the switch will also disable

the rear electric window switches.

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Child safety

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Airbags

WARNINGS

Do not modify the front of your
vehicle in any way. This could
adversely affect deployment of the

airbags.

Extreme Hazard! Do not use a
rearward facing child restraint on a
seat protected by an airbag in front

of it!

Wear a seat belt and keep sufficient
distance between yourself and the

steering wheel. Only when you use
the seat belt properly, can it hold you in a
position that allows the airbag to achieve
its optimum effect. See Sitting in the
correct position (page 110).

Have repairs to the steering wheel,

steering column, seats, airbags and

seat belts carried out by a properly
trained technician.

Keep the areas in front of the

airbags free from obstruction. Do

not affix anything to or over the
airbag covers.

Do not poke sharp objects into

areas where airbags are fitted. This

could damage and adversely affect
deployment of the airbags.

Use seat covers designed for seats

with side airbags. Have these fitted

by a properly trained technician.

Note:

You will hear a loud bang and see
a cloud of harmless powdery residue if an
airbag deploys. This is normal.

Note:

Only wipe airbag covers with a
damp cloth.

Front airbags

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The driver airbag, front passenger airbag
and the seat belt pretensioners will deploy
during significant frontal collisions or
collisions that are up to 30 degrees from
the left or the right. The airbags will inflate
within a few thousandths of a second and
deflate on contact with the occupants,
thus cushioning forward body movement.
During minor frontal collisions, overturns,
rear collisions and side collisions, the driver
and front passenger airbags will not
deploy.

Side and curtain airbags

During significant lateral collisions, only the
airbags on the side affected by the
collision and the seat belt pretensioners
will deploy. The airbags will inflate within a
few thousandths of a second and deflate
on contact with the occupants, thus
providing protection for the body. During
minor lateral collisions, front collisions, rear
collisions, or overturns the curtain airbags
will not deploy.

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Side airbags

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Side airbags are fitted inside the seatback
of the front seats. A label indicates that
side airbags are fitted to your vehicle.

Curtain airbags

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Curtain airbags are fitted inside the trim
panels over the front and rear side
windows. Moulded badges in the B-pillar
trim panels indicate that curtain airbags
are fitted to your vehicle.

Seat belts

WARNINGS

Wear a seat belt and keep sufficient
distance between yourself and the

steering wheel. Only when you use
the seat belt properly, can it hold you in a
position to achieve its optimum effect.
See Sitting in the correct position
(page 110).

WARNINGS

Never use a seat belt for more than
one person.

Use the correct buckle for each seat
belt.

Do not use a seat belt that is slack
or twisted.

Do not wear thick clothing. The seat
belt must fit tightly around your body
to achieve its optimum effect.

Position the shoulder strap of the
seat belt over the centre of your
shoulder and position the lap strap

tightly across your hips.

Seat belt pretensioners have a lower
deployment threshold than the airbags.
During minor collisions, it is possible that
only the seat belt pretensioners will
deploy.

All vehicles

The driver and front passenger seat belt
systems are fitted with a seat belt
pretensioner.

Grand C-MAX

The second row centre seat belt system
is also fitted with a seat belt pretensioner.

Status after a collision

WARNINGS

Seat belts subjected to strain, as a
result of an accident, should be
renewed and the anchorages

checked by a properly trained technician.

If a seat belt pretensioner has been
deployed the seat belt must be
renewed.

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Occupant protection

FASTENING THE SEAT
BELTS

WARNINGS

Insert the tongue into the buckle
until you hear a distinct click. You
have not fastened the seat belt

properly if you do not hear a click.

In order to ensure that the centre
belt works properly, the rear
seatback must be correctly

engaged.

Note:

The seat belt tongues are
designed so that you can only insert them
into the correct buckle.

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Pull the belt out steadily. It may lock if you
pull it sharply or if the vehicle is on a slope.

Press the red button on the buckle to
release the belt. Let it retract completely
and smoothly.

When in use, the rear seat belts should
be placed in the belt guides on the
outboard seatbacks.

C-MAX

Second row outboard seat belt

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Occupant protection

When in use, the rear seat belts should
be placed in the belt guides on the
outboard seatbacks.

Second row centre seat belt

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2

1

3

The retractor for the rear centre seat belt
is located in the roof.

To fasten the seat belt:

1. Pull the belt out steadily. It may lock if
you pull it sharply or if the vehicle is on
a slope.

2. Insert the smaller tongue into the black
buckle to the left of the centre seat.

3. Pull the larger tongue across the lap
and insert it into the buckle to the right
of the centre seat.

Note:

If in constant use, you can leave
the belt buckled in the black buckle. When
it is not in use, or when you fold or move
the rear seats, you should release the belt
from the black buckle.

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Press the red button on the right buckle
to release the belt. Let it retract.

Press the button on the side of the black
buckle to release the belt. Let it retract
completely and smoothly to the retractor
in the roof.

Stow the larger tongue flat against the
roof trim.

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Occupant protection

Grand C-MAX

Second row centre seat belt
anchor point

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Second row centre seat belt

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2

1

3

The retractor for the rear centre seat belt
is located in the roof.

To fasten the seat belt:

1. Pull the belt out steadily. It may lock if
you pull it sharply or if the vehicle is on
a slope.

2. Securely attach the spring hook to the
anchor point.

3. Pull the tongue across the lap and
insert it into the buckle to the right of
the centre seat.

Note:

If in constant use, you can leave
the belt attached to the anchor point.
When it is not in use, or when you fold or
move the rear seats, you should release
the spring hook from the anchor point.

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Occupant protection

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Press the red button on the right buckle
to release the belt. Let it retract.

Unclip the spring hook to release the belt.
Let it retract completely and smoothly to
the retractor in the roof.

Stow the tongue securely flat against the
roof trim.

WARNING

Always replace the rubber cover
when stowing the belt assembly.

Third row seat belts

Note:

When not in use, place the seat
belts in the clips on the outboard trim.
Make sure that the seat belt tongue is
positioned above the clip.

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Occupant protection

SEAT BELT HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT

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Note:

Lifting the slider slightly while
pressing the locking button makes it
easier to release the locking mechanism.

To raise or lower, press the locking button
on the adjuster and move as necessary.

SEAT BELT REMINDER

WARNING

The occupant protection system will
only provide optimum protection
when you use the seat belt properly.

The seat belt reminder warning
lamp illuminates and an audible

warning will sound if the driver's
or front seat passenger's seat belt has
not been fastened and the vehicle
exceeds a relatively low speed. It will also
illuminate if the driver's or front seat
passenger's seat belt is unfastened when
the vehicle is moving. The audible warning
and warning lamp will go off after seven
minutes.

Deactivating the seat belt
reminder

See your dealer.

Grand C-MAX only

Rear seat belt reminder

WARNING

If multiple belts are unfastened
within a few seconds of each other,
only one audible chime will sound.

Note:

Press the OK button on the

steering wheel control to confirm the
message.

A visual reminder of the seat belt status
will be shown on the instrument display
once the engine is started, and once
again if any are unfastened when the
vehicle is moving.

Fastened seat belts are indicated by a tick
symbol.

If a belt is unfastened when the vehicle is
moving, the seat belt status screen will be
displayed and the relevant seats will be
highlighted by an exclamation mark. An
audible chime will also sound.

USING SEAT BELTS DURING
PREGNANCY

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Occupant protection

WARNING

Position the seat belt correctly for
your safety and that of your unborn
child. Do not use only the lap strap

or the shoulder strap.

Position the lap strap comfortably across
your hips and low beneath your pregnant
abdomen. Position the shoulder strap
between your breasts, above and to the
side of your pregnant abdomen.

DISABLING THE
PASSENGER AIRBAG

WARNING

Make sure that the passenger
airbag is disabled when using a
rearward facing child restraint on the

front passenger seat.

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Fitting the passenger airbag
deactivation switch

WARNING

If you need to fit a child restraint on
a seat protected by an operational

airbag in front of it, have a
passenger airbag deactivation switch
fitted. Ask your dealer for further
information.

Note:

The key switch is located at the
end of the instrument panel on the side
of the glove compartment. The airbag
deactivation lamp is located between the
sun visors.

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If the airbag warning lamp illuminates or
flashes when you are driving, this indicates
a malfunction. See Warning lamps and
indicators (page 80). Remove the child
restraint and have the system checked
immediately.

Disabling the passenger airbag

A B

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DisabledA

EnabledB

Turn the switch to position A.

When you switch the ignition on, check
that the passenger airbag deactivation
warning lamp illuminates.

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Occupant protection

Enabling the passenger airbag

WARNING

Make sure that the passenger
airbag is enabled when you are not
using a child restraint on the front

passenger seat.

Turn the switch to position B.

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Occupant protection

GENERALINFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES

CAUTIONS

The radio frequency used by your
remote control can also be used by

other short distance radio
transmissions (e.g. amateur radios,
medical equipment, wireless headphones,
remote controls and alarm systems). If
the frequencies are jammed, you will not
be able to use your remote control. You
can lock and unlock the doors with the
key.

Check your vehicle is locked before

leaving it unattended. This will

safeguard against any potential
malicious frequency blocking.

Note:

You could unlock the doors if you
press the buttons on the remote control
unintentionally.

The operating range between your
remote control and your vehicle varies
depending on the environment.

PROGRAMMING THE
REMOTE CONTROL

You can programme a maximum of eight
remote controls to use with your vehicle
(including any supplied with your vehicle).

Programming a new remote
control

1. Insert the key in the ignition.

2.

Cycle the key from position 0 to II and
then back to 0 four times within six
seconds.

3.

Leave the key in position 0 and press
any button on the remote control
within 10 seconds. You will receive
confirmation via a chime or LED that
programming has been successful.

Note:

Further remote controls may be

programmed at this stage.

4. Press any button on each additional
remote control within 10 seconds of
each other.

Reprogramming the unlocking
function

Note:

When you press the unlock button
either all the doors are unlocked or only
the driver’s door is unlocked. Pressing the
unlock button again unlocks all the doors.

Press and hold the unlock and lock
buttons on the remote key simultaneously
for at least four seconds with the ignition
off. The direction indicators will flash twice
to confirm the change.

To return to the original unlocking function,
repeat the process.

CHANGING THE REMOTE
CONTROL BATTERY

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Make sure that you dispose of
old batteries in an

environmentally friendly way.
Seek advice from your local authority
regarding recycling.

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Keys and remote controls

Remote control with a folding
key blade

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2

1

1. Insert a screwdriver in the position
shown and gently push the clip.

2. Press the clip down to release the
battery cover.

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3. Carefully remove the cover.

E128811

4. Turn the remote control over to
remove the battery.

5. Install a new battery (3V CR 2032) with
the + facing upwards.

6. Replace the battery cover.

Remote control without a
folding key blade

1

2

1

E87964

1. Press and hold the pushbuttons on
the edges to release the cover.
Carefully remove the cover.

2. Remove the key blade.

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3

3. Twist a flat bladed screwdriver in the
position shown to separate the two
halves of the remote control.

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Keys and remote controls

E119190

4

4. Carefully insert the screwdriver in the
position shown to open the remote
control.

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5

CAUTION

Do not touch the battery contacts or
the printed circuit board with the
screwdriver.

5. Carefully prise out the battery with the
screwdriver.

6. Install a new battery (3V CR 2032) with
the + facing downwards.

7. Assemble the two halves of the
remote control.

8. Install the key blade.

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Keys and remote controls

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING

CAUTION

Check your vehicle is locked before
leaving it unattended.

Note:

Do not leave your keys in the

vehicle.

Locking

Locking with the key

Turn the top of the key towards the front
of the vehicle.

Locking with the remote control

Note:

The driver’s door can be locked
with the key. This needs to be used if the
remote control is not functioning.

Note:

Your vehicle can be locked with a
rear door open. The door will be locked
when it is closed.

Press the button.

Double locking

WARNING

Do not activate double locking when
persons or animals are inside the

vehicle. You will not be able to
unlock the doors from the inside if you
have double locked them.

Note:

If you double lock your vehicle
whilst inside, switch the ignition on to
return the door locks to a single locked
state.

Note:

Your vehicle can be double locked
with a rear door open. The door will be
double locked when it is closed.

Double locking is a theft protection feature
that prevents someone from opening the
doors from the inside.

Double locking with the key

Turn the key to the lock position twice
within three seconds.

Double locking with the remote
control

Press the button twice within
three seconds.

Unlocking

Unlocking with the key

Turn the top of the key towards the rear
of the vehicle.

Unlocking with the remote control

Note:

The driver’s door can be unlocked
with the key. This needs to be used if the
remote control is not functioning.

Note:

If the vehicle remains locked for
several weeks, the remote control will be
disabled. The vehicle must be unlocked
and the engine started using the key.
Unlocking and starting the vehicle once
will enable the remote control.

Press the button.

Automatic relocking

The doors will relock automatically if you
do not open a door within 45 seconds of
unlocking the doors with the remote
control. The door locks and the alarm will
return to their previous state.

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Reprogramming the unlocking
function

The unlocking function may be
reprogrammed so that only the driver’s
door is unlocked ( See Programming

the remote control (page 36). ).

Locking and unlocking
confirmation

Note:

If your vehicle has double locking,
the direction indicators will only flash twice
once you have activated double locking.

When you lock the doors, the direction
indicators will flash once.

When you double lock the doors, the
direction indicators will flash three times.

When you unlock the doors, the direction
indicators will flash once.

Locking and unlocking the
doors from inside

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Press the button. For item
location: See Quick start
(page 10).

Sliding door

Opening the sliding door

Pull the exterior handle or press the
interior button, and open the door. If
opened fully it will lock in place.

Closing the sliding door

Pull the exterior handle or press the
interior button, and close the door.

Luggage compartment lid

Power liftgate

WARNINGS

Do not operate the luggage
compartment lid unless it is free
from obstruction.

WARNINGS

Careless opening and closing of the
luggage compartment lid can
override the protection function and

cause injuries.

Do not place objects on the luggage
compartment lid.

Make sure the luggage
compartment lid is fully closed after
operation.

CAUTIONS

Operate the luggage compartment
lid only when your vehicle is
stationary.

Make sure there is enough
headroom to open the luggage
compartment lid.

On vehicles with automatic
transmission, make sure the selector
lever is in P.

In extreme weather conditions,
automatic opening and closing will
not work if the luggage compartment

lid is frozen to the seal.

Note:

The luggage compartment lid will
stop automatically while opening, and
reverse some distance if there is an
obstacle in the way.

Note:

The luggage compartment lid will
stop automatically while closing, and fully
open if there is an obstacle in the way.

Note:

You can manually move the
luggage compartment lid.

The luggage compartment lid can be
operated using the remote control, the
centre console switch, the luggage
compartment lid switch or the luggage
compartment lid release handle.

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Luggage compartment lid switch

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Remote controlandcentre console
switch

Note:

Pressing any button again during
operation will stop the luggage
compartment lid. A further press will
reverse the direction.

Note:

To operate the centre console
switch, the ignition must be on.

To open a fully closed luggage
compartment lid, you can either:

•

Press the button on the remote
control twice within three seconds.

•

Press the centre console switch or
luggage compartment lid release
handle.

To fully open a partially opened luggage
compartment lid, you can either:

•

Press the button on the remote
control twice within three seconds.

•

Press and hold the button on the
remote control for at least three
seconds.

•

Press the centre console switch, the
luggage compartment lid switch or
the luggage compartment lid release
handle.

To stop the luggage compartment lid, you
can either:

•

Press the button on the remote
control. A further remote control
operation will be delayed for
approximately three seconds.

•

Press the centre console switch, the
luggage compartment lid switch or
the luggage compartment lid release
handle.

Programming the luggage compartment
lid stop position

1. Open the luggage compartment lid.

2. Stop the luggage compartment lid at
the required height.

3. Press and hold the luggage
compartment lid switch for at least
three seconds. A chime will be heard.

Reprogramming the luggage
compartment lid to a new stop position

1. Open the luggage compartment lid.

2. Move the luggage compartment lid to
the new required position.

3. Press and hold the luggage
compartment lid switch for at least
three seconds. A chime will be heard.

Closing the luggage compartment
lid

WARNINGS

The anti-trap function will be
deactivated when the luggage
compartment lid comes into contact

with the vehicle body.

The luggage compartment lid will
not detect obstacles when it comes
into contact with the vehicle body.

Note:

Do not leave a passive key in the
vehicle when closing the luggage
compartment. A message will be shown
in the display. See Information
messages (page 91).

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Note:

A recessed grip is incorporated
inside the luggage compartment lid to
facilitate manual closing.

To close the luggage compartment lid,
you can either:

•

Press the button on the remote
control twice within three seconds.

•

Press and hold the button on the
remote control for at least three
seconds.

•

Press the centre console switch, the
luggage compartment lid switch or
the luggage compartment lid release
handle.

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The luggage compartment lid will close
automatically when it comes into contact
with the vehicle body.

Locking the doors individually
with the key

Note:

If the central locking function fails
to operate, the doors can be individually
locked using the key in the position
shown.

C-MAX

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Left-hand side

Turn clockwise to lock.

Right-hand side

Turn anti-clockwise to lock.

Grand C-MAX

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Push to lock.

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Locks

Unlocking

Note:

If the child safety locks have also
been activated, pulling the internal lever
will only deactivate the emergency locking
and not the child safety lock. The doors
can only be opened using the external
door handle.

Note:

If the doors have been unlocked
using this method, the doors must be
locked individually until the central locking
function has been repaired.

Unlock the driver's door using the key.
The other doors can be unlocked
individually by pulling the interior door
handles on those doors.

KEYLESS ENTRY

General information

WARNING

The keyless entry system may not
function if the key is close to metal
objects or electronic devices such

as mobile phones.

The passive entry system will not function
if:

•

The vehicle battery is flat.

•

The passive key frequencies are
jammed.

•

The passive key battery is flat.

Note:

If the passive entry system does
not function, you will need to use the key
blade to lock and unlock your vehicle.

The keyless system allows the driver to
operate the vehicle without the use of a
key or remote control.

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Passive locking and unlocking requires a
valid passive key to be located within one
of the three external detection ranges.
These are located approximately one and
a half metres from the driver and front
passenger door handles and the luggage
compartment lid.

Passive key

The vehicle can be locked and unlocked
with the passive key. The passive key can
also be used as a remote control. See

Locking and unlocking (page 39).

Locking the vehicle

WARNING

The vehicle does not lock itself
automatically. If the locking function
is not activated, the vehicle will

remain unlocked.

Note:

Do not grab the door handle.

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Locks

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Touch a front door handle lock sensor to
lock the vehicle.

To activate central locking and arm the
alarm:

•

Touch a front door handle lock sensor
once.

To activate double locking and arm the
alarm:

•

Touch a front door handle lock sensor
twice within three seconds.

Note:

There must be clearance between

each touch of the door handle.

Note:

Once activated, the vehicle will
remain locked for approximately three
seconds. When the delay period is over,
the doors can be opened again, provided
the passive key is within the respective
detection range.

Two short flashes of the direction
indicators confirms that all the doors and
the luggage compartment lid have been
locked and that the alarm has been
armed.

Luggage compartment lid

Note:

The luggage compartment lid
cannot be closed and, will pop back up if
the passive key is located inside the
vehicle with the doors locked.

Note:

If a second valid passive key is
located within the rear exterior detection
range, the luggage compartment lid can
be closed.

Unlocking the vehicle

Note:

If the vehicle remains locked for
longer than three days, the keyless
system will enter an energy-saving mode.
This is to reduce the discharge of the
vehicle battery. When the vehicle is
unlocked while in this mode, the reaction
time of the system may be a little longer
than normal. Unlocking the vehicle once
will deactivate the energy-saving mode.

Note:

If the vehicle remains locked for
several weeks, the keyless system will be
disabled. The vehicle must be unlocked
using the key blade. Unlocking the vehicle
once will enable the keyless system.

Note:

Do not touch the front door handle

lock sensor when opening a door.

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Open any door.

Note:

A valid passive key must be
located within the detection range of that
door.

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One long flash of the direction indicators
confirms that all the doors and the
luggage compartment lid have been
unlocked and that the alarm has been
disarmed.

Unlocking only the driver's door

If the unlocking function is reprogrammed
so that only the driver’s door and the
luggage compartment lid are unlocked (
See Programming the remote
control (page 36). ), note the following:

If the driver’s door is the first door which
is opened, the other doors will remain
locked. All the other doors can be
unlocked from inside the vehicle by
pressing the unlock button on the
instrument panel. For item location: See
Quick start (page 10). Doors can be
unlocked individually by pulling the interior
door handles on those doors.

Disabled keys

Any keys left inside the vehicle interior
when it is locked will be disabled.

A disabled key cannot be used to turn the
ignition on or start the engine.

In order to use these passive keys again,
they have to be enabled.

To enable all your passive keys, unlock
the vehicle using a passive key or the
remote control unlocking function.

All passive keys will then be enabled if the
ignition is turned on or the vehicle is
started using a valid key.

Locking and unlocking the
doors with the key blade

1

2

1

E87964

1. Carefully remove the cover.

2. Remove the key blade and insert it
into the lock.

Note:

Only the driver's door handle is

fitted with a lock cylinder.

GLOBAL OPENING AND
CLOSING

You can also operate the electric
windows with the ignition off via the global
opening and global closing function.

Note:

Global closing will only operate if

you have set the memory correctly for
each window. See Electric windows
(page 72).

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Global opening

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To open all the windows, press and hold
the remote control unlock button for at
least three seconds. Press the lock or
unlock button to stop the opening
function.

Global closing

Vehicles without keyless entry

WARNING

Take care when using global
closing. In an emergency, press the
lock or unlock button immediately

to stop.

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To close all the windows, press and hold
the remote control lock button for at
least three seconds. Press the lock or
unlock button to stop the closing function.
The anti-trap function is also active during
global closing.

Vehicles with keyless entry

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WARNING

Take care when using global
closing. In an emergency, touch a
door handle lock sensor to stop.

Note:

Global closing can be activated
using the driver’s door handle. Global
opening and closing can also be activated
using the buttons on the passive key.

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Locks

To close all the windows, press and hold
the driver’s door handle for at least two
seconds. The anti-trap function is also
active during global closing.

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Locks

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The engine immobiliser is a theft
protection system that prevents someone
from starting the engine with an
incorrectly coded key.

CODED KEYS

Note:

Do not shield your keys with metal
objects. This may prevent the receiver
from recognising your key as a valid one.

Note:

Have all of your remaining keys
erased and recoded if you lose a key. Ask
your dealer for further information. Have
replacement keys recoded together with
your existing keys.

If you lose a key, you can obtain a
replacement from your Ford Dealer. If
possible, provide them with the key
number from the tag provided with the
original keys. You can also obtain
additional keys from your Ford Dealer.

ARMING THE ENGINE
IMMOBILISER

The engine immobiliser is armed
automatically a short time after you have
switched the ignition off.

DISARMING THE ENGINE
IMMOBILISER

The engine immobiliser is disarmed
automatically when you switch the ignition
on with a correctly coded key.

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Engine immobiliser

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Alarm system

Your vehicle may be equipped with one
of the following alarm systems:

•

Perimeter alarm.

•

Perimeter alarm with interior sensors.

•

Category one alarm with interior
sensors and battery back-up sounder.

Perimeter alarm

The perimeter alarm is a deterrent against
unauthorised access to your vehicle
through the doors and the bonnet. It also
protects the audio unit.

Interior sensors

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WARNING

The sensors in the interior lamp unit
must not be covered up. Do not

activate the alarm with full guard if
any persons, animals or other moving
objects are inside the vehicle.

The sensors act as a deterrent against
unauthorised intrusion by sensing any
movement within the vehicle.

Battery back-up sounder

The battery back-up sounder is an extra
alarm system which will sound a siren
when the alarm is triggered. It is armed
directly when you lock the vehicle. The
sounder has its own battery and will
sound an alarm siren even if someone
disconnects the vehicle battery or the
battery back-up sounder itself.

Triggering the alarm

Once armed, the alarm is triggered in any
of the following ways:

•

If someone opens a door, the tailgate
or the bonnet without a valid key or
remote control.

•

If someone removes the audio or
navigation system.

•

If the ignition is turned to position I, II
or III without a valid key.

•

If the interior sensors detect
movement within the vehicle.

•

On vehicles with a battery back-up
sounder, if someone disconnects the
vehicle battery or the battery back-up
sounder itself.

If the alarm is triggered, the alarm horn will
sound for 30 seconds and the hazard
warning flasher will flash for five minutes.

Any further attempts to perform one of
the above will trigger the alarm again.

Full and reduced guard

Full guard

Full guard is the standard setting.

In full guard, the interior sensors are
activated when you arm the alarm.

Note:

This may result in false alarms if
animals or moving objects are inside the
vehicle.

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Note:

False alarms can also be triggered

by the auxiliary heater See Auxiliary
heater (page 107). If you are using the
auxiliary heater, direct the air flow towards
the footwell.

Reduced guard

In reduced guard, the interior sensors are
deactivated when you arm the alarm.

Note:

You can set the alarm to reduced
guard for the current ignition cycle only.
The next time you switch on the ignition,
the alarm will be reset to full guard.

Ask on Exit

You can set the information display to ask
you each time which level of guard you
wish to set.

If you select Ask on Exit, the message
Reduced guard? appears in the
instrument cluster display each time you
switch the ignition off.

If you wish to arm the alarm with reduced
guard, press the OK button when this
message appears.

If you wish to arm the alarm with full guard,
leave the vehicle without pressing the OK
button.

Selecting full or reduced guard

Note:

Selecting Reduced does not set
the alarm permanently to reduced guard.
It sets it to reduced guard only for the
current ignition cycle. If you regularly set
the alarm to reduced guard, select Ask
on Exit.

You can select full or reduced guard using
the information display. See General

information (page 84).

Information messages

See Information messages (page 91).

ARMING THE ALARM

To arm the alarm, lock the vehicle. See

Locks (page 39).

DISARMING THE ALARM

Vehicles without keyless entry

Perimeter alarm

Disarm and silence the alarm by unlocking
the doors with the key and switching the
ignition on with a correctly coded key, or
unlocking the doors or the luggage
compartment lid with the remote control.

Category one alarm

Disarm and silence the alarm by unlocking
the doors with the key and switching the
ignition on with a correctly coded key
within 12 seconds, or unlocking the doors
or the luggage compartment lid with the
remote control.

Vehicles with keyless entry

Note:

A valid passive key must be

located within the detection range of that
door for keyless entry. See Keyless

entry (page 43).

Perimeter alarm

Disarm and silence the alarm by unlocking
the doors and switching the ignition on,
or unlocking the doors or the luggage
compartment lid with the remote control.

Category one alarm

Disarm and silence the alarm by unlocking
the doors and switching the ignition on
within 12 seconds, or unlocking the doors
or the luggage compartment lid with the
remote control.

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ADJUSTING THE STEERING
WHEEL

WARNING

Never adjust the steering wheel
when the vehicle is moving.

Note:

Make sure that you are sitting in

the correct position. See Sitting in the
correct position (page 110).

1

2

2

E95178

3

E95179

WARNING

Make sure that you fully engage the
locking lever when returning it to its
original position.

AUDIO CONTROL

Select the required source on the audio
unit.

The following functions can be operated
with the remote control:

Type 1

E129462

B

D

C

A

E

Volume upA

Seek up or nextB

Volume downC

Seek down or previousD

ModeE

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Type 2

E129463

C

D

A

B

Volume upA

Seek up or nextB

Volume downC

Seek down or previousD

Mode

Press the mode button to select the audio
source.

Seek, next or previous

Press the seek button to:

•

tune the radio to the next or previous
stored preset

•

play the next or the previous track.

Press and hold the seek button to:

•

tune the radio to the next station up
or down the frequency band

•

seek through a track.

VOICE CONTROL

E129464

Pull the button to select or deselect voice
control. See Voice control (page 245).

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WINDSCREEN WIPERS

E128444

A

C

D

B

Single wipeA

Intermittent wipe or autowipersB

Normal wipeC

High speed wipeD

Intermittent wipe

C

A

B

E128445

Short wipe intervalA

Intermittent wipeB

Long wipe intervalC

The rotary control can be used to adjust
the intermittent wipe interval.

Automatic wiper system

Some models without autowipers are
fitted with a speed-dependent front
screen wiper system.

When the vehicle is slowed to walking
speed or is brought to a standstill, the
wiper speed will automatically switch to
the next lower wiper speed setting.

When the vehicle speed is increased, the
wiper speed will return to the
manually-chosen setting.

Moving the wiper lever when the system
is operating will switch off the system.

If the vehicle is again slowed to walking
speed or is brought to a standstill, the
system is reactivated.

AUTOWIPERS

CAUTIONS

Do not switch autowipers on in dry
weather conditions. The rain sensor

is very sensitive and the wipers may
operate if dirt, mist or flies hit the
windscreen.

Replace the wiper blades as soon as

they begin to leave bands of water

and smears. If you do not replace
them, the rain sensor will continue to
detect water on the windscreen and the
wipers will operate, even though the
majority of the windscreen is dry.

Fully defrost the windscreen in icy

conditions before you switch

autowipers on.

Switch autowipers off before you

enter a car wash.

Note:

If autolamps have been switched
on in conjunction with autowipers, dipped
headlamps will illuminate automatically
when the rain sensor activates the
windscreen wipers continuously.

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Wipers and washers

C

A

B

E128445

High sensitivityA

OnB

Low sensitivityC

If you switch autowipers on, the wipers
will not cycle until water is detected on
the windscreen. The rain sensor will then
continuously measure the amount of
water on the windscreen and adjust the
speed of the wipers automatically.

Adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor
using the rotary control. With low
sensitivity, the wipers will operate when
the sensor detects a lot of water on the
windscreen. With high sensitivity, the
wipers will operate if the sensor detects
a small amount of water on the
windscreen.

WINDSCREEN WASHERS

E129188

WARNING

Do not operate the washer for more
than 10 seconds at a time, and
never when the reservoir is empty.

Whilst the lever is pulled towards the
steering wheel the washer will work in
conjunction with the wipers.

After releasing the lever, the wipers
operate for a short time.

REAR WINDOW WIPER AND
WASHERS

Intermittent wipe

E129193

A

B

Intermittent wipeA

Low speed wipeB

Press the button at the end of the lever
to change between off, intermittent and
low speed.

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Reverse gear wipe

The rear wiper will be activated
automatically when selecting reverse gear
if the rear wiper is not already switched
on and the front wiper is operating.

Rear window washer

E129194

WARNING

Do not operate the washer for more
than 10 seconds at a time, and
never when the reservoir is empty.

While the lever is pushed away from the
steering wheel the washer will work in
conjunction with the wipers.

After releasing the lever, the wipers
operate for a short time.

ADJUSTING THE
WINDSCREEN WASHER
JETS

E73425

The eye ball jets can be adjusted precisely
using a pin.

HEADLAMP WASHERS

The headlamp washers will operate with
the windscreen washers when the
headlamps are on.

Note:

To stop the washer fluid reservoir
emptying quickly, the headlamp washers
will not operate every time that you use
the windscreen washers.

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CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES

E66644

Run the tip of your fingers over the edge
of the blade to check for roughness.

Clean the wiper blade lips with water
applied with a soft sponge.

CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES

Windscreen wiper blades

CAUTIONS

Set the windscreen wipers in the
service position to change the wiper
blades.

You can use the service position in
winter to provide easier access to

the wiper blades for freeing them
from snow and ice. The windscreen
wipers will return to their normal position
as soon as you switch on the ignition so
make sure that the outside of the
windscreen is free from snow and ice
before you switch on the ignition.

Note:

The windscreen wiper blades are

different in length. See Technical
specifications (page 57). If you install
wiper blades of the wrong length, the rain
sensor may not work correctly.

Service position

E129989

E129986

A

Switch off the ignition and move the wiper
lever to position A within three seconds.
Release the lever when the windscreen
wipers have moved to the service
position.

Changing the windscreen wiper
blades

Set the windscreen wipers in the service
position and lift the wiper arms.

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E129990

1

1

2

1. Press the locking buttons together.

2. Rotate and remove the wiper blade.

Note:

Make sure that the wiper blade

locks into place.

3. Install in the reverse order.

Rear window wiper blade

1. Lift the wiper arm.

E130060

3

2

2. Slightly rotate the wiper blade from the
wiper arm.

3. Disengage the wiper blade from the
wiper arm.

4. Remove the wiper blade.

Note:

Make sure that the wiper blade

locks into place.

5. Install in the reverse order.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Windscreen wiper blade lengths

Dimension in mm (inches)

Passenger sideDriver side

630 (24.8)730 (28.7)

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LIGHTING CONTROL

Lighting control positions

E70718

A B C

OffA

Side and tail lampsB

HeadlampsC

Parking lamps

CAUTION

Prolonged use of the parking lamps
will discharge the battery.

Switch off the ignition.

Both sides

Turn the switch to position B.

One side

E130139

A

B

Right-hand sideA

Left-hand sideB

Main and dipped beam

E130140

Push the lever forward to switch between
main and dipped beam.

Headlamp flasher

Pull the lever slightly towards the steering
wheel.

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Home safe lighting

Switch the ignition off and pull the
direction indicator lever towards the
steering wheel to switch the headlamps
on. You will hear a short tone. The
headlamps will go off automatically after
3 minutes with any door open, or 30
seconds after the last door has been
closed.

The home safe lights can be cancelled by
either pulling the direction indicator lever
towards the steering wheel again or by
turning the ignition switch ON.

AUTOLAMPS

WARNING

In severe weather conditions, it may
be necessary to switch your
headlamps on manually.

Note:

If you have switched autolamps
on, you can only switch the main beam
on when autolamps has switched the
headlamps on.

Note:

If autolamps have been switched
on in conjunction with autowipers, dipped
headlamps will illuminate automatically
when the rain sensor activates the
windscreen wipers continuously.

E70719

The headlamps will come on and go off
automatically depending on the ambient
light.

The headlamps will remain on for a period
of time after you switch the ignition off.
You can adjust the time delay using the
information display. See Information

displays (page 84).

FRONT FOG LAMPS

E70721

WARNING

Only use the front fog lamps when
visibility is considerably restricted by
fog, snow or rain.

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REAR FOG LAMPS

E70720

WARNINGS

Only use the rear fog lamps when
visibility is restricted to less than 50
metres.

Do not use the rear fog lamps when
it is raining or snowing and visibility
is more than 50 metres.

HEADLAMP LEVELLING

Note:

Vehicles with Xenon headlamps
are equipped with automatic headlamp
levelling.

E70722

A

B

Raised headlamp beamsA

Lowered headlamp beamsB

You can adjust the level of the headlamp
beams according to the vehicle load.

Recommended headlamp levelling switch positions

Switch posi-

tion

Load in

luggage

compartment

Load

Third row

seats

Second row

seats

Front seats

0---1-2

0 (0.5)

2

-2-1-2

1 (0.5)

2

--31-2

3 (0.5)

2

Max

1

-31-2

4 (1.5)

2

Max

1

--1

1

See Vehicle identification plate (page 216).

2

Vehicles with active suspension.

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HAZARD WARNING
FLASHERS

E71943

For item location: See Quick start (page

10).

DIRECTION INDICATORS

E130141

Note:

Tap the lever up or down to make
the direction indicators flash only three
times.

CORNERING LAMPS

E72898

B

A

B

A

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Headlamp beamA

Cornering lamp beamB

The cornering lamps illuminate the inside
of a corner when you are turning.

INTERIOR LAMPS

LED interior lighting

Driver LED lamp

E124991

A

B

Individual lamp on and off switchA

All lamps on and off switchB

You can control all lamps using switch B.

Note:

Individual lamps may be switched
on independently, but not off if all lamps
have been switched on by the driver.

The lamps will come on when you unlock
or open a door or the luggage
compartment lid. If you leave a door open
with the ignition switch off, all lamps will
go off automatically after some time to
prevent the vehicle battery from
discharging. To switch them back on,
switch on the ignition for a short time.

If you press and hold switch B for 3
seconds all lamps will stay off regardless
of the doors or luggage compartment lid
position. Press the switch again to
reverse.

REMOVING A HEADLAMP

WARNING

Have Xenon bulbs changed by a
trained technician. There is a risk of
electric shock.

1.

Open the bonnet. See Opening and
closing the bonnet (page 187).

E130143

2

2

4

3

2. Remove the screws.

3. Pull the headlamp as far as possible
towards the centre of the vehicle to
disengage it from the lower fixing
point.

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4. Lift the outer side of the headlamp and
remove it.

E88875

5. Disconnect the electrical connector.

Note:

When fitting the headlamp, make
sure that you reconnect the electrical
connector properly.

Note:

When fitting the headlamp, make
sure that you fully engage the headlamp
in the lower fixing point.

Note:

When fitting the headlamp, make
sure that the screw is located in the
headlamp moulding before you install it.

CHANGING A BULB

WARNINGS

Switch the lights and the ignition off.

Let the bulb cool down before
removing it.

Have Xenon bulbs changed by a
properly trained technician. There is
a risk of electric shock.

CAUTIONS

Do not touch the glass of the bulb.

CAUTIONS

Only fit bulbs of the correct
specification. See Bulb

specification chart (page 70).

Note:

The following instructions describe
how to remove the bulbs. Fit
replacements in the reverse order unless
otherwise stated.

Headlamp

Note:

Remove the covers to gain access
to the bulbs.

A B C

E130173

Direction indicatorA

Headlamp main beamB

Headlamp dipped beamC

Direction indicator

1. Remove the headlamp. See

Removing a headlamp (page 62).

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E130174

2

3

2. Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise
and remove it.

3. Gently press the bulb into the bulb
holder, turn it anti-clockwise and
remove it.

Headlamp main beam

CAUTION

Do not touch the glass of the bulb.

1. Remove the headlamp. See
Removing a headlamp (page 62).

E130175

4

2

2. Remove the cover.

3. Disconnect the electrical connector.

4. Release the clip and remove the bulb.

Headlamp dipped beam

CAUTION

Do not touch the glass of the bulb.

1. Remove the headlamp. See

Removing a headlamp (page 62).

E130176

3

4

2

2. Remove the cover.

3. Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise
and remove it.

4. Remove the bulb.

Cornering lamp

1. Remove the headlamp. See
Removing a headlamp (page 62).

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E130177

2

4

2. Remove the cover.

3. Disconnect the electrical connector.

4. Release the clip and remove the bulb.

Side lamp

1. Remove the headlamp. See

Removing a headlamp (page 62).

E130181

2

3

4

2. Remove the cover.

3. Remove the bulb holder.

4. Remove the bulb.

Side repeater

E72263

1. Carefully remove the side repeater.

E72291

2. Remove the bulb holder.

3. Remove the bulb.

Approach lamp

Note:

Position the mirror glass as far

inwards as possible.

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1

E72264

1. Insert a screwdriver into the gap
between the mirror housing and the
mirror glass and release the metal
retaining clip.

E72265

2

3

2. Remove the lamp.

3. Remove the bulb.

Front fog lamps

1

2

3

E99405

Note:

You cannot separate the fog lamp

bulb from the bulb holder.

1. Using a suitable implement, remove
the cover.

2. Remove the screws.

3. Remove the lamp.

4

E99406

5

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4. Disconnect the electrical connector.

5. Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise
and remove it.

Rear lamps

Direction indicator, tail and brake
lamp

E130196

1. Remove the trim panel.

E130197

2

3

2. Disconnect the electrical connector.

3. Remove the wing nut.

4. Remove the lamp.

E130198

A

B

5. Remove the bulb holder.

6. Gently press the bulb into the bulb
holder, turn it anti-clockwise and
remove it.

A. Tail and brake lamp
B. Direction indicator

Reversing lamp, tail lamp and fog
lamp

E130199

1. Remove the trim panel.

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E130200

2

2. Remove the wing nut.

3. Remove the lamp.

E130201

2

4

5

A

B

4. Disconnect the electrical connector.

5. Remove the bulb holder.

6. Gently press the bulb into the bulb
holder, turn it anti-clockwise and
remove it.

A. Reversing lamp
B. Tail and fog lamp

Central high mounted brake
lamp

E87619

1. Detach the clips.

3

2 2

E130235

2. Insert a suitable object into the holes.

3. Carefully pull the lamp towards the
front of the vehicle to release the
spring clips.

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4

E130236

4. Remove the lamp.

E130205

5

6

5. Remove the bulb holder.

6. Remove the bulb.

Number plate lamp

3

2

1

E72789

1. Carefully release the spring clip.

2. Remove the lamp.

3. Turn the bulb anti-clockwise and
remove it.

Interior lamps

Vehicles with LED lamps

Note:

The LED board is not a serviceable

item, please consult your dealer if this fails.

E125092

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Luggage compartment lamp,
footwell lamp and tailgate lamp

E72784

1. Carefully prise out the lamp.

2. Remove the bulb.

BULB SPECIFICATION CHART

Power (watt)SpecificationLamp

21PY21WFront direction indicator

55H1Headlamp main beam

55

1

H7Headlamp dipped beam

55H1Cornering lamp

55H11Front fog lamp

5W5WSide lamp

5WY5WSide repeater

5W5WApproach lamp

21PY21WRear direction indicator

21/5P21/5WBrake and tail lamp

5W5WTail lamp

21P21WRear fog lamp

21P21WReversing lamp

5W5WNumber plate lamp

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Power (watt)SpecificationLamp

5W5WCentral high mounted stop lamp

5W5WLuggage compartment lamp

1

Fit a replacement with the same rating as the one you have removed.

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ELECTRIC WINDOWS

WARNING

Do not operate the electric windows
unless they are free from
obstruction.

Note:

If you operate the switches often
during a short period of time, the system
might become inoperable for a certain
time to prevent damage due to
overheating.

Switch on the ignition to operate the
electric windows.

Global opening and closing

You can also operate the electric
windows with the ignition off via the global
opening and closing function. See Locks
(page 39).

Driver's door switches

You can operate all the windows with the
switches on the door trim panel of the
driver’s door.

E70848

Opening and closing the
windows automatically

Press or lift the switch to the second
action point and release it completely.
Press or lift it again to stop the windows.

Safety switch for rear windows

WARNING

On some vehicles, pressing the
switch will also lock the rear doors
from inside. See Child safety

locks (page 25).

Note:

You can always operate the rear

windows from the driver’s door.

E70850

A switch in the driver’s door disables the
rear electric window switches.

The light in the switch comes on and the
lights in the rear window switches go off
when the rear windows are disabled.

Anti-trap function

WARNING

Careless closing of the windows can
override the protection function and
cause injuries.

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The electric windows will stop
automatically while closing and reverse
some distance if there is an obstacle in
the way.

Overriding the anti-trap function

CAUTION

While you close the window for the
third time, the anti-trap function is

disabled. Make sure there are no
obstacles in the way of the closing
window.

To override this protection function when
there is a resistance, e.g. in the winter,
proceed as follows:

1. Close the window twice until it

reaches the resistance and let it
reverse.

2. Close the window a third time to the

resistance. The anti-trap function is
disabled and you cannot close the
window automatically. The window will
override the resistance and you can
close it fully.

3. If the window does not close after the

third attempt, have it checked by an
expert.

Resetting the memory of the
electric windows

WARNING

The anti-trap function is deactivated
until you have reset the memory.

After the battery has been disconnected
from the vehicle you must reset the
memory separately for each window:

Note:

On vehicles with a convertible top,
the roof and doors must be fully closed
before carrying out the following
procedure.

1. Lift and hold the switch until the
window is fully closed.

2. Release the switch.

3. Lift the switch again for one more
second.

4. Push and hold the switch until the
window is fully open.

5. Release the switch.

6. Lift and hold the switch until the
window is fully closed.

7. Open the window and try to close it
automatically.

8. Reset and repeat procedure if the
window does not close automatically.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

WARNING

Do not overestimate the distance
of the objects that you see in the

convex mirror. Objects seen in
convex mirrors will appear smaller and
further away than they actually are.

Manual folding mirrors

Folding

Push the mirror towards the door window
glass.

Unfolding

Make sure that you fully engage the mirror
in its support when returning it to its
original position.

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ELECTRIC EXTERIOR
MIRRORS

A C

B

E70846

Left-hand mirrorA

OffB

Right-hand mirrorC

Mirror tilting positions

E70847

The electric exterior mirrors are fitted with
a heating element that will defrost or
demist the mirror glass. See Heated

windows and mirrors (page 107).

Electric folding mirrors

Automatic folding and unfolding

Note:

If the mirrors have been folded
using the manual fold button they can only
be unfolded using the manual fold button.

The mirrors will fold automatically when
you lock the vehicle with the key, the
remote control or a keyless entry system
request. The mirrors will unfold when you
unlock the vehicle with the key, the
remote control, a keyless entry system
request, the driver's interior door handle
or starting the engine.

Manual folding and unfolding

The electric folding mirrors operate with
the ignition on.

Note:

You can operate the mirrors (mirror
tilting and folding) for several minutes after
you switch off the ignition. They will be
deactivated as soon as a door is opened.

E72623

Press the button to fold or unfold the
mirrors.

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If you press the switch again while the
mirrors are moving, they will stop and
reverse the direction of movement.

Note:

When the mirrors are operated
often during a short period of time, the
system may become inoperable for a
period of time to prevent damage due to
overheating.

AUTO-DIMMING MIRROR

E71028

The auto-dimming mirror will adjust
automatically when hit by glaring light from
behind. It will not work when you have
selected reverse gear.

BLIND SPOT MONITOR

Blind spot information system
(BLIS)

WARNINGS

The system is not designed to
prevent contact with other vehicles

or objects. The system only
provides a warning to assist you in
detecting vehicles in the blind spot zones.
The system will not detect obstacles,
pedestrians, motorcyclists or cyclists.

Do not use the system as a

replacement for using the side and

rear view mirrors, and looking over
your shoulder before changing lanes. The
system is not a replacement for careful
driving and is only to be used as an aid.

The system is a convenience feature that
aids the driver in detecting vehicles that
may have entered the blind spot zone (A).
The detection area is on both sides of the
vehicle extending rearwards from the
exterior mirrors to approximately 3 metres
(10 feet) beyond the bumper. The system
will alert you if certain vehicles enter the
blind spot zone whilst driving.

A

A

E124788

Using the system

The system displays a yellow indicator
located in the exterior mirrors.

E124736

Note:

Both indicators will illuminate briefly
when you switch the ignition on to confirm
that the system is operational.

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Note:

On vehicles with automatic

transmission, the system is active only in
S, D and N.

The system is only active when you
exceed 10 km/h (6 mph). The system is
temporarily deactivated when you select
reverse gear.

System detection and alerts

The system will trigger the alert for
vehicles that enter the blind spot zone
from the rear or merge from the side.
Vehicles that you pass, or vehicles that
enter the blind spot zone from the front,
will only trigger the alert after the vehicle
has remained in the blind spot zone for a
short period of time.

Note:

Vehicles that pass through the
blind zone quickly (typically less than 2
seconds) will not trigger the alert.

The system consists of two radar sensors
each located behind the rear wheels
hidden behind the bumpers.

CAUTIONS

Do not place items such as bumper
stickers in this area.

Repairs to these areas using body
filler will affect the performance of the
system.

E124741

Detection limitations

There may be certain instances where
vehicles entering and exiting the blind spot
zones may not be detected.

Instances which may cause
non-detection:

•

Debris build up on the rear bumper
panels in the area of the sensors.

•

Certain manoeuvring of vehicles
entering and exiting the blind zone.

•

Vehicles passing through the blind
zone at high speed.

•

Severe weather conditions.

•

Several vehicles passing through the
blind zone following each other
closely.

False alerts

Note:

False alerts are temporary and will

self correct.

There may be certain instances when the
system will alert with no vehicle present
in the blind zone.

Circumstances where false alerts may
occur:

•

Road guardrails.

•

Motorway concrete walls.

•

Construction areas.

•

Sharp turns around a building.

•

Bushes and trees.

•

Cyclists and motorcyclists.

•

Coming to a stop with a vehicle
directly behind but very close.

Turning the system on and off

Note:

The on or off position will remain

until manually changed.

You can turn the system on and off using
the information display. See
Information displays (page 84).

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Windows and mirrors

When you turn the system off no further
alerts will be received. The BLIS warning
indicator will illuminate. See Warning

lamps and indicators (page 80).

Detection errors

Note:

The alert indicator in the mirror will

not illuminate.

If the system senses a fault on either
sensor, the system warning symbol will
illuminate and remain on. The information
display will confirm the fault and indicate
whether the left or right side is affected.

Blocked sensor

WARNING

Prior to the system recognizing a
blocked condition and issuing a
warning, the number of missed

objects will increase.

CAUTION

The sensors may not detect vehicles
in heavy rain or other conditions that
cause disruptive reflections.

Note:

Keep the rear bumper area
surrounding the sensors free from dirt, ice
and snow.

If a sensor becomes blocked the system
performance may degrade. A blocked
sensor message may be displayed.

The system will automatically return to
normal operation once two other vehicles
have been detected on both sides.

Trailer towing false alerts

CAUTION

Vehicles fitted with a trailer tow
module not approved by us may not
correctly be detected. Switch the

system off to avoid false alerts. See
Information displays (page 84).

If the vehicle is fitted with a trailer tow
module approved by us, the system will
detect a connected trailer and deactivate.
A confirmation message will be shown in
the information display. See
Information messages (page 91).
The BLIS warning indicator will illuminate.
See Warning lamps and indicators
(page 80).

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GAUGES

Type 1

BCDE

A

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Information display. See Information displays (page 84).

A

SpeedometerB

Engine coolant temperature gaugeC

Fuel gaugeD

TachometerE

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Type 2

BCDE

A

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Information display. See Information displays (page 84).

A

SpeedometerB

Engine coolant temperature gaugeC

Fuel gaugeD

TachometerE

Engine coolant temperature
gauge

All vehicles

Shows the temperature of the engine
coolant. At normal operating temperature,
the needle will remain in the centre
section.

CAUTION

Do not restart the engine until the
cause of overheating has been
resolved.

If the needle enters the red section, the
engine is overheating. Stop the engine,
switch the ignition off and determine the
cause once the engine has cooled
down. See Engine coolant check
(page 193).

Fuel gauge

The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump
symbol indicates on which side of the
vehicle the fuel filler cap is located.

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WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS

The following warning lamps and
indicators illuminate when the ignition is
switched on:

•

ABS

•

Airbag

•

Brake system

•

ESP off

•

Frost

•

Low fuel

•

Stability control (ESP)

If a warning or indicator lamp does not
illuminate when the ignition is switched
on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the
system checked by properly trained
technician.

ABS warning lamp

If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a

malfunction. You will continue
to have normal braking (without ABS).
Have the system checked by a properly
trained technician as soon as possible.

Airbag warning lamp

If it illuminates when you are

driving, this indicates a

malfunction. Have the system
checked by a properly trained technician.

Blind spot monitor indicator

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It will illuminate when this feature

is deactivated or in conjunction

with a message. See Blind

spot monitor (page 75). See
Information messages (page 91).

Brake system lamp

It illuminates when the parking
brake is engaged.

WARNING

Reduce your speed gradually and
stop your vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so. Use your brakes with

care.

If it illuminates when you are driving, check
that the parking brake is not engaged. If
the parking brake is not engaged, this
indicates a malfunction. Have the system
checked by a properly trained technician
immediately.

Cruise control indicator

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It will illuminate when you have
set a speed using the cruise
control system. See Using

cruise control (page 160).

Direction indicators

Flashes during operation. A
sudden increase in the rate of
flashing warns of a failed

indicator bulb. See Changing a bulb
(page 63).

Engine warning lamp

If it illuminates with the engine
running, this indicates a
malfunction. If it flashes when

you are driving, reduce the speed of
your vehicle immediately. If it
continues to flash, avoid heavy
acceleration or deceleration. Have the
system checked by a properly trained
technician immediately.

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CAUTION

If the engine warning lamp illuminates
in conjunction with a message, have
the system checked as soon as

possible.

Front fog lamp indicator

It will illuminate when you switch
the front fog lamps on.

Frost warning lamp

WARNING

Even if the temperature rises to
above +4ºC there is no guarantee
that the road is free of hazards

caused by inclement weather.

It will illuminate and glow orange
when the outside air

temperature is between 4ºC
(39ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). It will glow red
when the temperature is below 0ºC
(32ºF).

Glow plug indicator

See Starting a diesel engine

(page 130).

Headlamp indicator

It will illuminate when you switch

the headlamp dipped beam or

the side and tail lamps on.

Ignition warning lamp

If it illuminates when you are

driving, this indicates a

malfunction. Switch off all
unnecessary electrical equipment. Have
the system checked by a properly trained
technician immediately.

Low fuel level warning lamp

If it illuminates, refuel as soon as
possible.

Main beam indicator

It will illuminate when you switch
the headlamp main beam on. It
will flash when you use the

headlamp flasher.

Message indicator

It will illuminate when a new
message is stored in the
information display. See

Information messages (page 91).

Oil pressure warning lamp

CAUTION

Do not resume your journey if it
illuminates despite the level being

correct. Have the system checked
by a properly trained technician
immediately.

If it stays on after starting or
illuminates when driving, this

indicates a malfunction. Stop
your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so
and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level. See Engine oil check
(page 193).

Rear fog lamp indicator

It will illuminate when you switch

the rear fog lamps on.

Seat belt reminder

See Seat belt reminder

(page 33).

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Stability control (ESP) indicator

While driving, it flashes during
activation of the system. After

switching on the ignition, if it
does not illuminate or illuminates
continuously while driving, this indicates
a malfunction. During a malfunction, the
system switches off. Have the system
checked by a properly trained technician
as soon as possible.

If you switch ESP off, the

warning lamp will illuminate. The

lamp will go out when you
switch the system back on or when you
switch the ignition off.

Start-stop indicator

It will illuminate to inform you

when the engine shuts down or

in conjunction with a message.
See Using start-stop (page 134). See

Information messages (page 91).

AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS

Switching the chimes on and
off

You can deactivate certain chimes using
the Information display control. For item
location: See Quick start (page 10).

To set which chimes should sound:

1. Press the left arrow button on the

steering wheel to enter the main
menu.

2.

Highlight Settings with the up and
down arrow buttons and press the
right arrow button.

3.

Highlight Chimes and press the right
arrow button.

4.

Highlight Information or Warning
and press the OK button to switch
the chime on and off.

5. Press the left arrow button to exit the
menu. Press and hold the left arrow
button to return to the main menu
display.

Automatic transmission

If position P is not selected, a warning
chime will sound when the driver’s door
is opened.

Frost

WARNING

Even if the temperature rises to
above +4ºC there is no guarantee
that the road is free of hazards

caused by inclement weather.

A warning chime will sound in the following
conditions:

•

+4ºC or lower: frost warning

•

0ºC or lower: danger of icy roads.

Key outside car

Vehicles with keyless entry

If the engine is running and a passive key
is no longer detected within the vehicle
interior, a chime will sound.

Key-in-ignition

A warning tone will sound when any door
is opened if the vehicle exceeds a
relatively low speed.

Lights on

A warning chime will sound if the driver’s
door is opened with the exterior lights
switched on and the ignition switched off.

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Low fuel

A warning chime will sound when the
remaining fuel is less than 8 litres (1.8
gallons).

Luggage compartment lid ­power liftgate

During operation and programming, the
system may sound various chimes:

•

One short chime indicates that the
liftgate will start to open or close.

•

Two short chimes during opening or
closing will indicate that an obstacle
has been detected.

•

Three short chimes indicate that the
liftgate will not operate.

•

One long chime confirms successful
programming of an end stop position.

See Locking and unlocking (page 39).

Seat belt reminder

WARNINGS

The seat belt reminder remains in
stand-by mode when the front seat

belts have been fastened. It will be
reactivated if either seat belt is
unfastened.

Do not sit on top of a fastened seat

belt to prevent the seat belt

reminder from coming on. The
occupant protection system will only
provide optimum protection when you
use the seat belt properly.

When the vehicle’s speed exceeds the
pre-determined limit, a warning chime will
sound if either of the front seat belts are
unfastened. The chime will stop after four
minutes.

Grand C-MAX rear seat belt
reminder

WARNING

If multiple belts are unfastened
within a few seconds of each other,
only one audible chime will sound.

When the vehicle’s speed exceeds the
pre-determined limit, a warning chime will
sound if a rear seat belt is unfastened.

See Seat belt reminder (page 33).

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Note:

The information display will remain
on for several minutes after you switch off
the ignition.

Various systems on your vehicle can be
controlled using the information display
controls on the steering column.
Corresponding information is displayed in
the information display.

For detailed instructions on navigation,
refer to the appropriate manual.

Device list

The icon changes to show the current
function in use.

CD

Radio

Auxiliary input

Phone

Settings

Controls

Press the up and down arrow buttons
to scroll through and highlight the options
within a menu.

Press the right arrow button to enter a
sub-menu.

Press the left arrow button to exit a
menu.

Hold the left arrow button pressed at any
time to return to the main menu display
(escape button).

Press the OK button to choose and
confirm a setting.

Menu structure - information
display

All vehicles

You can access the menu using the
Information display control. For item
location: See Quick start (page 10).

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Trip Computer

Trip odometer
Dist to empty

Instant fuel
Average fuel

Average speed
Outside air
All values

Traction ctrl

Hill start assist

BLIS

Display

Driver assist

Deflat detection
Seatbelts

Auto StartStop

Auto light rain

Dimming

Ambient light

Lighting

Auto
Manual
Set

Hdlamp delay Manual

20 seconds
40 seconds
60 seconds

Information

Settings

B CA

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Ford EcoMode

Gear shifting
Anticipation
Speed
Ford EcoMode

English
Deutsch

Italiano

Français

Español

Türkçe
Pyccкий

Nederlands

Polski

Português

Svenska

Language

Always on
On demand

Always off

Navigation info

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Information displays

Chimes

Convenience

Park slot found

Warning

Information

Aux heater
Park heater

Alarm

Time 1
Time 2
Once
Heat now

Full guard
Reduced
Ask on exit

System check

B CA

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Measure unit

l/100km
Miles/Gallon

Temp unit

°Celsius
°Fahrenheit

Menu structure - information
and entertainment display

You can access the menu using the
buttons on the audio or navigation unit.

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Information displays

All vehicles

CD

FM
FM AST
DAB1
DAB2
AM

Adaptive volume

iPOD
USB
Bluetooth audio
Line in

AM AST

Radio

Auxiliary

Dial number
Phone book
Call lists
Bluetooth
Redial
Select phone
Reject all calls

Phone

Audio settings

Sound
Nav audio mixing
DSP settings
DSP equaliser
News
Alt frequency
RDS regional
DAB service link
Bluetooth

Set time

Clock settings

Set date
GPS time
Set time zone
Summertime
24-hour mode

Menu

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Menu structure - information
and entertainment display

You can access the menu using the
Information and entertainment display
control. For item location: See Quick
start (page 10).

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Information displays

Vehicles with navigation system

Navigation

Route

Route sections list

Block next section

Destination input

Unblock rt sectn

Unblock rt sectn

Eco
Fast

Short

Always ask
Leisurely
Normal

Fast

Driver

Active guidance

City/postcode

Street
District

Start guidance

Country

Traffic

TMC messages

Block next section
Route sections list

TA

Points of interest

Near destination

Along motorway
POIs near address

Search by name

POIs nearby

Home address

Last destinations

Change address

Start guidance

Route options

Route

Tour planning

Stored tours

Store position

New tour

Favourites

Favourites A-Z

B CA

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Information displays

CD

Special functions

Trailer
Roof box

Eco settings

Motorway

Tunnel
Ferry/motorail

Toll
Seasonal roads

Dynamic

Toll sticker

See separate menu structure

Radio

See separate menu structure

Auxiliary

See separate menu structure

Phone

See separate menu structure

Menu

Navigation

System info

Enter position
Demo mode

GPS info

Driver

Eco Settings
Dynamic

Motorway
Tunnel
Ferry/motorail
Toll
Seasonal roads

Route

Toll sticker

Route options

Arrows on map

Nav time display
Map heading up

Best contrast

Map content

Map display

B C

CB

A

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Information displays

Audio Settings
Clock Settings

Signs/lanes
Speed limits

Nav icons in lists

Clear last destination
Clear favourites

Delete home address
Clear all

Assistance options

Personal data

Reset all settings

See separate menu structure
See separate menu structure

B C

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TRIP COMPUTER

Trip Odometer

Registers the mileage of individual
journeys.

Distance to empty

Indicates the approximate distance the
vehicle will travel on the fuel remaining in
the tank. Changes in driving pattern may
cause the value to vary.

Instantaneous fuel
consumption

Indicates the current average fuel
consumption.

Average fuel consumption

Indicates the average fuel consumption
since the function was last reset.

Average speed

Indicates the average speed calculated
since the function was last reset.

Outside air temperature

Shows the outside air temperature.

Odometer

Registers the total mileage of the vehicle.

Resetting the trip computer

To reset a particular display:

1.

Highlight Trip Computer with the up
and down arrow buttons and press
the right arrow button.

2. Highlight the function to be reset.

3.

Hold the OK button pressed.

PERSONALISED SETTINGS

Language setting

A choice of eleven languages are
available:

English, German, Italian, French, Spanish,
Turkish, Russian, Dutch, Polish, Swedish
and Portuguese.

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Measure units

To toggle between metric and imperial
units, scroll to this display and press the
OK button.

Toggling the units of measure using this
display will affect the following displays:

•

Distance to empty.

•

Average fuel consumption.

•

Instantaneous fuel consumption.

•

Average speed.

Temperature units

To toggle between metric and imperial
units, scroll to this display and press the
OK button.

Toggling the temperature units using this
display will affect the following displays:

•

Outside air temperature.

•

The temperature display in the
automatic climate control.

Chime deactivation

The following chimes can be deactivated:

•

Warning messages.

•

Information messages.

INFORMATION MESSAGES

Note:

Certain messages may be
abbreviated or shortened depending
upon which cluster type you have.

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Press the OK button to acknowledge and
remove some messages from the
information display. Other messages will
be removed automatically after a short
time.

Certain messages need to be confirmed
before you can access the menus.

Message indicator

The message indicator
illuminates to supplement some

messages. It will be red or
amber depending on the severity of the
message and will remain on until the
cause of the message has been rectified.

Airbag

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

amberAirbag malfunction service now

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Information displays

Alarm

Action

Message

indicator

Message

See Alarm (page 49).

amberAlarm triggered check vehicle

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.

-

Alarm malfunction service
required

Battery and charging system

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Stop your vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so and switch off the
ignition. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician as soon as possible.

red

Electrical system overvoltage
stop safely

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

amberBattery low check handbook

Blind spot monitor

Action

Message

indicator

Message

See Blind spot monitor (page

75).

amber

BLIS sensor blocked check
handbook

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

amber

BLIS: right sensor fault service
required

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

amber

BLIS: left sensor fault service
required

See Blind spot monitor (page

75).

amberBLIS not available trailer attached

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Child power lock

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

amber

Child lock malfunction service
required

Doors open

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Vehicle is moving. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and close.

redDriver door open

Vehicle is moving. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and close.

redDriver side rear door open

Vehicle is moving. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and close.

redPassenger door open

Vehicle is moving. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and close.

redPassenger side rear door open

Vehicle is moving. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and close.

redLuggage compartment lid open

Vehicle is moving. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and close. See Opening and
closing the bonnet (page 187).

redBonnet open

Vehicle not moving. Close.-Driver door open

Vehicle not moving. Close.-Driver side rear door open

Vehicle not moving. Close.-Passenger door open

Vehicle not moving. Close.-Passenger side rear door open

Vehicle not moving. Close.-Luggage compartment lid open

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Information displays

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Vehicle not moving. Close. See

Opening and closing the
bonnet (page 187).

-Bonnet open

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.

-

Power tailgate malfunction
service required

Engine immobiliser

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Your key has not been recog­nised. Remove the key and try
again.

amber

Immobiliser active check hand­book

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

amber

Immobiliser malfunction service
required

Hill start assist

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.

amberHill start assist not available

Keyless system

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Stop your vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so and switch off the
ignition. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician as soon as possible.

redSteering malfunction stop safely

See Keyless starting (page

130).

red

Ford KeyFree switch ignition off
press POWER

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Information displays

Action

Message

indicator

Message

See Keyless entry (page 43).

redFord KeyFree key not inside car

Keyless system.amberFord KeyFree key inside vehicle

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.

amberSteering malfunction service now

See Keyless entry (page 43).

-Ford KeyFree no key detected

See Keyless starting (page

130).

-Ford KeyFree press brake to start

See Keyless starting (page

130).

-Ford KeyFree press clutch to start

See Keyless starting (page

130).

-

Ford KeyFree press brake and
clutch

See Changing the remote
control battery (page 36).

-Key battery low replace soon

See Steering wheel lock
(page 128).

-

Steering lock engaged turn
steering wheel

Lighting

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

amber

Headlamp malfunction service
required

One or both of the brake lamp
bulbs have blown. Check the
brake lamp bulbs. See Chan-
ging a bulb (page 63).

-Brake lamp bulb fault

-Park lamp bulb fault

One or both of the rear fog lamp
bulbs have blown. Check the rear
fog lamp bulbs. See Changing
a bulb (page 63).

-Rear fog lamp bulb fault

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Information displays

Action

Message

indicator

Message

One or both of the headlamp
dipped beam bulbs have blown.
Check the headlamp dipped
beam bulbs. See Changing a
bulb (page 63).

-Dipped beam bulb fault

One or both of the brake lamp
bulbs on your trailer have blown.
Check the brake lamp bulbs on
your trailer.

-Trailer brake lamp bulb fault

One or both of the direction
indicator bulbs on your trailer have
blown. Check the direction indic­ator bulbs on your trailer.

-Trailer turn lamp bulb fault

Maintenance

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Stop your vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so and switch off the
ignition. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician as soon as possible.

red

High engine temperature stop
safely

Stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician immediately.

red

Brake system malfunction stop
safely

Stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician immediately.

red

Brake system malfunction stop
safely

Stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible and switch off the engine
immediately. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician immediately.

redEngine malfunction service now

See Engine oil check (page

193).

amberEngine oil level low check level

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Information displays

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

amber

Water detected in fuel service
required

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

amberEngine malfunction service now

Service Indication-Engine oil change due

Check the washer fluid level. See
Washerfluid check (page 194).

-Washer fluid level low

Power steering

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Stop your vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so and switch off the
ignition. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician as soon as possible.

redSteering malfunction stop safely

Power steering. Full steering will
be maintained but you will need
to exert greater force on the
steering wheel. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician as soon as possible.

amber

Steering assist malfunction check
handbook

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.

amberSteering malfunction service now

Start-stop

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Switch the ignition off before leaving the vehicle
if the system has shut down the engine. See
Using start-stop (page 134).

red

Auto StartStop Switch
ignition off

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Information displays

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Have the system checked by a properly trained
technician.

amber

Auto StartStop
malfunction service
required

The engine needs to be restarted, press the
clutch pedal to start. See Using start-stop
(page 134).

-

Auto StartStop Press
clutch to start engine

Select neutral for the system to restart the
engine. See Using start-stop (page 134).

-

Auto StartStop Select
neutral

The system is not functioning. A manual restart
is required.

-

Auto StartStop Manual
Start required

Transmission

Action

Message

indicator

Message

Under certain driving conditions
it is possible that the clutches in
the transmission can overheat. In
these circumstances it is neces­sary to press the brake pedal and
stop the vehicle to prevent further

redTransmission too hot press brake

overheating. Select N
(NEUTRAL) or P (PARK) and
apply the foot brake and parking
brake until the transmission has
cooled and the message disap­pears from the display. If the
vehicle is driven with this
message active you may experi­ence vehicle judder as a further
overheat warning.

The transmission is too hot. In
these extreme conditions the
transmission will disengage drive
in order to prevent damage due
to overheating. You will not be
able to drive until the transmission

red

Transmission overheating stop
safely

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Information displays