Ford C-Max 2012 User Manual

FORD C-MAX Owner's Manual

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Introduction

About This Manual...........................................7

Symbols Glossary.............................................7

Parts and Accessories.....................................7

At a Glance

At a Glance........................................................10

Child Safety

Child Seats.........................................................19

Booster Seats..................................................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...................................47

Coded keys........................................................47

Arming the engine immobiliser.................47

Disarming the engine immobiliser...........47

Alarm

Principle of Operation..................................48

Arming the alarm...........................................49

Disarming the alarm.....................................49

Steering Wheel

Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................50

Audio Control..................................................50

Voice Control.....................................................51

Wipers and Washers

Windscreen Wipers.......................................52

Autowipers........................................................52

Windscreen Washers....................................53

Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........53

Headlamp Washers......................................54

Checking the Wiper Blades........................54

Changing the Wiper Blades.......................54

Technical Specifications.............................56

Lighting

Lighting Control...............................................57

Autolamps........................................................58

Front Fog Lamps............................................58

Rear Fog Lamps.............................................58

Adjusting the Headlamps - Vehicles

With: Adaptive Front Lighting/Xenon

Headlamps...................................................59

Headlamp Levelling......................................59

Hazard Warning Flashers............................59

Direction Indicators.......................................60

Cornering Lamps...........................................60

Interior Lamps..................................................61

Removing a Headlamp................................62

Changing a Bulb.............................................62

Bulb Specification Chart.............................69

Windows and Mirrors

Power Windows...............................................71

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Exterior Mirrors.................................................72

Electric exterior mirrors................................73

Auto-Dimming Mirror....................................74

Blind Spot Monitor.........................................74

Instrument Cluster

Gauges................................................................77

Warning Lamps and Indicators.................79

Audible Warnings and Indicators..............81

Information Displays

General Information......................................83

Trip Computer.................................................89

Personalised Settings..................................89

Information Messages.................................90

Climate Control

Principle of Operation................................100

Air Vents..........................................................100

Manual Climate Control.............................101

Automatic Climate Control......................103

Heated Windows and Mirrors..................105

Auxiliary Heater............................................106

Seats

Sitting in the Correct Position.................109

Manual Seats.................................................109

Head Restraints.............................................110

Power Seats......................................................111

Rear Seats........................................................112

Heated Seats.................................................120

Convenience features

Sun Shades......................................................121

Instrument Lighting Dimmer....................122

Clock..................................................................122

Cigar Lighter....................................................122

Auxiliary Power Points................................123

Cup Holders....................................................123

Storage compartments..............................124

Glasses Holder...............................................124

Childminder Mirror........................................125

Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket...............125

USB port...........................................................125

Satellite Navigation Unit Holder.............126

Floor Mats........................................................126

Starting and Stopping the

Engine

General Information.....................................127

Ignition Switch................................................127

Steering Wheel Lock....................................127

Starting a Petrol Engine.............................128

Starting a Diesel Engine.............................128

Keyless Starting............................................129

Diesel Particulate Filter..............................130

Switching Off the Engine............................131

Engine Block Heater.....................................131

Start-Stop

Principle of Operation.................................133

Using start-stop............................................133

Eco Mode

Principle of Operation.................................135

Using Eco mode............................................135

Fuel and Refuelling

Safety Precautions......................................136

Fuel Quality - Petrol....................................136

Fuel Quality - Diesel....................................136

Catalytic Converter......................................136

Fuel filler flap..................................................137

Refuelling........................................................138

Fuel Consumption........................................138

Technical Specifications............................139

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Transmission

Manual Transmission...................................141

Automatic Transmission.............................141

Brakes

Principle of Operation.................................144

Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock

Brakes...........................................................144

Parking Brake.................................................144

Stability Control

Principle of Operation.................................145

Using Stability Control...............................145

Hill Start Assist

Principle of Operation................................146

Using hill start assist...................................146

Parking Aids

Principle of Operation................................148

Using the Parking Aid - Vehicles With:

Rear Parking Aid.......................................148

Using the Parking Aid - Vehicles With:

Front and Rear Parking Aid...................149

Active Park Assist

Principle of Operation.................................152

Using active park assist..............................152

Rear view camera

Principle of Operation.................................155

Using the Rear View Camera...................155

Cruise Control

Principle of Operation.................................158

Using Cruise Control....................................158

Speed Limiter

Principle of Operation................................160

Using the speed limiter..............................160

Load Carrying

General Information.....................................161

Luggage Anchor Points...............................161

Luggage Covers.............................................163

Rear Under Floor Storage..........................163

Cargo Nets......................................................163

Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................165

Towing

Towing a Trailer.............................................168

Retractable tow ball...................................168

Driving Hints

Running-In.......................................................172

Cold Weather Precautions.........................172

Driving Through Water................................172

Roadside Emergencies

First Aid Kit.......................................................173

Warning Triangle...........................................173

Emergency Exit..............................................173

Fuses

Fuse Box Locations......................................174

Changing a Fuse............................................174

Fuse Specification Chart............................175

Vehicle recovery

Towing Points................................................183

Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......183

Maintenance

General Information....................................185

Opening and Closing the Bonnet...........185

Under Bonnet Overview - 1.6L

Duratec-16V Ti-VCT (Sigma)..............187

Under Bonnet Overview - 1.6L

Duratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel..................188

Under Bonnet Overview - 2.0L

Duratorq-TDCi (DW) Diesel................189

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Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.6L Duratec-16V

Ti-VCT (Sigma)........................................190

Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.6L Duratorq-TDCi

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

Diesel............................................................190

Engine Oil Check..........................................190

Engine Coolant Check.................................191

Brake and Clutch Fluid Check...................191

Washer Fluid Check.....................................192

Technical Specifications............................192

Vehicle Care

Cleaning the Exterior...................................195

Cleaning the Interior....................................195

Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............196

Vehicle battery

Jump-Starting the Vehicle........................197

Changing the Vehicle Battery..................198

Battery connection points........................198

Wheels and Tyres

General Information....................................199

Changing a Road Wheel............................199

Tyre Repair Kit..............................................204

Tyre Care.........................................................207

Using Winter Tyres......................................208

Using Snow Chains....................................208

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.........208

Technical Specifications..........................209

Vehicle identification

Vehicle Identification Plate.......................214

Vehicle Identification Number.................215

Capacities and Specific-

ations

Technical Specifications............................216

Audio introduction

Important audio information...................219

Audio unit overview

Audio unit overview....................................220

Audio system security

Security code.................................................226

Audio unit operation

On/off control................................................227

Sound button.................................................227

Waveband button........................................227

Station tuning control................................227

Station preset buttons..............................228

Autostore control.........................................228

Traffic information control.......................228

Audio unit menus

Automatic volume control.......................230

Digital signal processing (DSP).............230

News broadcasts.........................................230

Alternative frequencies.............................230

Regional mode (REG).................................231

Compact disc player

Compact disc playback.............................232

Track selection..............................................232

Fast forward/reverse..................................232

Shuffle/random............................................232

Repeat compact disc tracks....................232

Compact disc track scanning..................233

MP3 file playback........................................233

MP3 display options...................................233

Ending compact disc playback..............234

Auxiliary input (AUX IN)

socket

Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket..............235

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Audio troubleshooting

Audio troubleshooting...............................236

Telephone

General Information....................................237

Bluetooth setup............................................237

Telephone setup...........................................237

Telephone controls.....................................238

Using the telephone...................................238

Voice control

Principle of Operation.................................241

Using voice control.......................................241

Audio unit commands...............................242

Telephone commands..............................249

Climate control commands....................254

Connectivity

General Information....................................257

Connecting an external device...............258

Connecting an external device - Vehicles

With: Bluetooth........................................258

Using a USB device.....................................259

Using an iPod................................................260

Navigation introduction

General Information...................................262

Road Safety...................................................262

Navigation Quick start

Navigation Quick start...............................264

Navigation unit overview

Navigation unit overview...........................267

Loading the navigation data.....................271

System settings

System settings............................................272

Navigation system

Route options menu...................................275

Route displays...............................................276

Traffic Message Channel

Principle of Operation.................................277

Using TMC.......................................................277

Map updates

Map updates..................................................278

Appendices

Type approvals.............................................279

Type approvals.............................................280

Electromagnetic compatibility................281

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. 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 manual 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: Some of the illustrations in this manual may be used for different models, so may appear different to your vehicle. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

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

Note: Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

This vehicle has received the endorsement of TÜV, the accredited international testing organisation, for its allergy-friendly properties.

All materials used in the manufacture of the interior of this vehicle meet strict requirements of the TÜV TOXPROOF Criteria Catalogue for Vehicle Interiors by TÜV Produkt and Umwelt GmbH and are designed to minimize the risk of allergic reactions.

Additionally an efficient pollen filter protects the passengers against allergen particles in the outdoor air.

For more information, contact TÜV at www.tuv.com.

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.

Introduction

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.

Look for the Ford logo on the following parts

Sheet metal

• Bonnet

• Wings

• Doors

• Luggage compartment lid or tailgate

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Bumper and radiator grille

• Radiator grille

• Front and rear bumper

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Introduction

Exterior mirror

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Glass

• Rear window

• Side glass

• Windscreen

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Lighting

• Rear lamps

• Headlamp

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Introduction

Instrument panel overview

Left-hand drive

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At a Glance

Right-hand drive

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Air vents. See Air Vents (page 100).A Direction indicators. See Direction Indicators (page 60). Main beam. See

Lighting Control (page 57).

Left-hand drive vehicles with voice control - Information display control. See Information Displays (page 83).

Left-hand drive vehicles without voice control - Information display control. See Information Displays (page 83).

Right-hand drive vehicles with voice control - Information and entertainment display control.

Right-hand drive vehicles without voice control - Information display control. See Information Displays (page 83).

At a Glance

Instrument cluster. See Gauges (page 77). See Warning Lamps and Indicators (page 79).

Left-hand drive vehicles with voice control - Information and entertainment display control.

Left-hand drive vehicles without voice control - Audio control. See Audio Control (page 50).

Right-hand drive vehicles with voice control - Information display control. See Information Displays (page 83).

Right-hand drive vehicles without voice control - Audio control. See Audio Control (page 50).

Wiper lever. See Wipers and Washers (page 52).F Information and entertainment display.G Audio unit. See Audio unit overview (page 220).H Door lock button. See Locking and Unlocking (page 39).I Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard Warning Flashers (page 59).J Power liftgate switch. See Locking and Unlocking (page 39).K Parking aid switch. See Parking Aids (page 148).L Active park assist switch. See Active Park Assist (page 152).M Start-stop switch. See Using start-stop (page 133).N Heated rear window switch. See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 105).O Heated windscreen switch. See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 105).P Climate controls. See Climate Control (page 100).Q Start button. See Keyless Starting (page 129).R Ignition switch. See Ignition Switch (page 127).S Audio control. See Audio Control (page 50). Voice control. See Voice Control

(page 51). Telephone control. See Telephone controls (page 238).

Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 50).U Horn.V Cruise control switches. See Cruise Control (page 158). Speed limiter switches.

See Speed Limiter (page 160).

Lighting control. See Lighting Control (page 57). Front fog lamps. See Front Fog Lamps (page 58). Rear fog lamp. See Rear Fog Lamps (page 58). Headlamp levelling control. See Headlamp Levelling (page 59). Instrument lighting dimmer. See Instrument Lighting Dimmer (page 122).

At a Glance

Power liftgate

WARNINGS

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

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

cause injuries.

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

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

Unlocking the vehicle

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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

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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.

At a Glance

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See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 50).

Autowipers

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High sensitivityA OnB Low sensitivityC

Autolamps

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

See Autolamps (page 58).

Electric windows

Note: To reduce wind noise or buffeting

when just one window is open, open the opposite window slightly.

At a Glance

See Power Windows (page 71).

Electric folding mirrors

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See Electric exterior mirrors (page 73).

Information displays

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

See General Information (page 83).

Manual climate control

Heating the interior quickly

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Cooling the interior quickly

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Defrosting and demisting the windscreen

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See Manual Climate Control (page 101).

Automatic climate control

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See Automatic Climate Control (page

103).

At a Glance

Keyless starting

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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 129).

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 (page 130).

Fuel filler flap

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

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

At a Glance

WARNING

We recommend that you remove the fuel nozzle slowly to allow any

residual fuel to drain into the fuel tank. Alternatively you can wait 10 seconds before removing the fuel nozzle.

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Slightly raise the fuel nozzle to remove it.

See Fuel filler flap (page 137).

Manual transmission

Selecting reverse gear

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

See Manual Transmission (page 141).

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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ParkP ReverseR NeutralN DriveD Sport mode and manual shiftingS

See Automatic Transmission (page

141).

Speed limiter

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

See Speed Limiter (page 160).

At a Glance

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 183).

At a Glance

CHILD SEATS

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WARNINGS

Secure children that are less than

150 centimetres (59 inches) 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

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Secure children that weigh less than 13 kilograms (29 pounds) in a rearward facing baby safety seat (Group 0+) in the rear seat.

Child Safety

Child safety seat

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Secure children that weigh between 13 and 18 kilograms (29 and 40 pounds) in a child safety seat (Group 1) in the rear seat.

BOOSTER SEATS

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 (33 pounds) but

are less than 150 centimetres (59 inches) 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 110).

Booster seat (Group 2)

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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.

Child Safety

Booster cushion (Group 3)

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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 110).

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 109).

Child seat positions

Mass group categories

Seating positions

3210+0

22 - 36 kg

(49 - 79

lbs)

15 - 25 kg

(33 - 55

lbs)

9 - 18 kg (20 - 40

lbs)

Up to 13 kg

(29 lbs)

Up to 10 kg

(22 lbs)

Booster seat or cushion

Child

safety seat

Baby safety seat

UF¹UF¹UF¹XX

Front passenger seat with airbag ON

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Front passenger seat with airbag OFF

Child Safety

Mass group categories

Seating positions

3210+0

22 - 36 kg

(49 - 79

lbs)

15 - 25 kg

(33 - 55

lbs)

9 - 18 kg (20 - 40

lbs)

Up to 13 kg

(29 lbs)

Up to 10 kg

(22 lbs)

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 kg (20 - 40 lbs)Up to 13 kg (29 lbs)

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

IL2, IUF

Seat type

A, B, B1, D

D, E

Size class

Second row outboard seat ISOFIX - C-MAX

Child Safety

Mass group categories

Seating positions

10+

Forward facingRear facing

9 - 18 kg (20 - 40 lbs)Up to 13 kg (29 lbs)

IL2, IUF

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.

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

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Top tether anchor points - C-MAX

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.

Child Safety

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Top tether anchor points - Grand C-MAX

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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 163).

1. Route the tether strap to the anchor point.

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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.

Note: Pressing the switch will also disable the rear electric window switches.

Child Safety

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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 109).

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. The side and curtain airbags will not deploy during minor lateral collisions, front collisions, rear collisions or overturns.

Occupant protection

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

109).

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.

Occupant protection

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