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
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Quick start
Right-hand drive
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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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Quick start
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
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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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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