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Feel the differenceFordC-MAX

Owner's handbook

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The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest ofdevelopment the right is reserved to change specifications, design or equipment at any time without

notice and without incurring any obligations. This publication, or part thereof, may not be reproducednor translated without our approval. Errors and omissions excepted.

Ford Motor Company 2010

All rights reserved.

Part number: (CG3567en) 04/2010 20100719112701

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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................................................18

Booster cushions.....................................19

Child seat positioning.............................20

ISOFIX anchor points..............................23Child safety locks....................................24

Occupant protection

Principle of operation..............................26

Fastening the seat belts........................28

Seat belt height adjustment...................31

Seat belt reminder...................................31

Using seat belts during pregnancy.......31

Disabling the passenger airbag............32

Keys and remote controls

General information on radiofrequencies..........................................34

Programming the remote control........34

Changing the remote controlbattery...................................................34

Locks

Locking and unlocking...........................37Keyless entry............................................41

Global opening and closing...................43

Engine immobiliser


Coded keys.............................................45

Arming the engine immobiliser.............45

Disarming the engine immobiliser........45

Alarm


Arming the alarm.....................................47

Disarming the alarm................................48

Steering wheel

Adjusting the steering wheel.................49

Audio control...........................................49

Voice control............................................50

Wipers and washers

Windscreen wipers..................................51

Autowipers................................................51Windscreen washers.............................52

Rear window wiper and washers.........52

Adjusting the windscreen washerjets.........................................................53

Headlamp washers................................53

Checking the wiper blades...................54

Changing the wiper blades...................54

Technical specifications.........................55

Lighting

Lighting control........................................56

Autolamps................................................57

Front fog lamps.......................................57

Rear fog lamps........................................57

Headlamp levelling..................................58

Hazard warning flashers........................58

Direction indicators.................................59

Cornering lamps......................................59

Interior lamps...........................................60

Removing a headlamp...........................60

Changing a bulb.......................................61

Bulb specification chart..........................68

Windows and mirrors

Electric windows.....................................70

Exterior mirrors.........................................71

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Electric exterior mirrors..........................72

Auto-dimming mirror..............................73

Blind spot monitor...................................73

Instruments

Gauges.....................................................76

Warning lamps and indicators...............78

Audible warnings and indicators..........80

Information displays

General information................................82

Trip computer..........................................88

Personalised settings.............................88Information messages...........................89

Climate control


Air vents....................................................99

Manual climate control.........................100

Automatic climate control....................102

Heated windows and mirrors..............105

Auxiliary heater.......................................105

Seats

Sitting in the correct position...............108

Manual seats..........................................108

Head restraints......................................109

Electric seats...........................................110

Rear seats................................................111

Heated seats..........................................120

Convenience featuresSun blinds................................................121

Instrument lighting dimmer..................122

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

Cigar lighter............................................122

Auxiliary power sockets.......................123

Cup holders............................................124

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

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

Childminder mirror.................................125

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

USB port.................................................126Satellite 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........................130Keyless starting.....................................130

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

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

Fuel and refuelling

Safety precautions................................133

Fuel quality - Petrol................................133

Fuel quality - Diesel...............................133

Catalytic converter................................133

Fuel filler flap...........................................134

Refuelling................................................135

Fuel consumption..................................135

Technical specifications........................135

Transmission

Manual transmission.............................138

Automatic transmission........................138

BrakesPrinciple of operation.............................141

Hints on driving with ABS......................141

Parking brake..........................................141

Stability control

Principle of operation............................142

Using stability control............................142

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Hill start assist


Using hill start assist..............................144

Parking aid


Using the parking aid - Vehicles Without:Rear Parking Aid.................................146

Using the parking aid - Vehicles Without:Front and Rear Parking Aid..............147

Active park assist


Using active park assist........................150

Rear view camera


Using the rear view camera.................153

Cruise control


Using cruise control..............................156

Speed limiter


Using the speed limiter.........................158

Load carrying


Luggage anchor points........................160

Luggage covers.....................................161

Rear under floor storage.......................161Cargo nets..............................................161

Roof racks and load carriers...............163

Towing

Towing a trailer.......................................166

Retractable tow ball..............................166

Driving hints

Running-in...............................................170

Cold weather precautions...................170

Driving through water...........................170

Emergency equipment

First aid kit................................................171

Warning triangle......................................171

Emergency exit.......................................171

Fuses

Fuse box locations................................172

Changing a fuse.....................................172Fuse specification chart........................173

Vehicle recovery

Towing points..........................................181

Towing the vehicle on four wheels......181

Maintenance


Opening and closing the bonnet........183Engine compartment overview - 1.6L

Duratec-16V (Sigma)/1.6LDuratec-16V Ti-VCT (Sigma)............185

Engine compartment overview - 1.6LDuratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel...............186

Engine compartment overview - 2.0LDuratorq-TDCi (DW) Diesel..............187

Engine oil dipstick - 1.6L Duratec-16VTi-VCT (Sigma)...................................188

Engine oil dipstick - 1.6L Duratorq-TDCi

(DV) Diesel/2.0L Duratorq-TDCi (DW)Diesel...................................................188

Engine oil check.....................................189

Engine coolant check...........................189

Brake and clutch fluid check...............190

Washer fluid check................................190


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Vehicle care

Cleaning the exterior............................193

Cleaning the interior..............................193

Repairing minor paint damage............194

Vehicle battery

Using booster cables............................195

Battery connection points...................196

Wheels and tyres

General information...............................197

Changing a road wheel........................197

Tyre repair kit.........................................202Tyre care................................................205

Using winter tyres.................................206

Using snow chains...............................206

Tyre pressure monitoring system......206

Technical specifications.......................207

Vehicle identification

Vehicle identification plate....................212

Vehicle identification number (VIN).....212

Technical specifications


Navigation introduction

General information...............................217

Road Safety............................................217

Navigation Quick start

Navigation Quick start...........................219

Navigation unit overview

Navigation unit overview.....................222

Loading the navigation data................227

System settings

System settings....................................228

Navigation system

Route options menu.............................231

Route displays.......................................232

Traffic Message Channel

Principle of operation...........................233

Using TMC.............................................233

Map updates

Map updates.........................................234

Audio introduction

Important audio information...............235

Audio unit overview

Audio unit overview..............................236

Audio system security

Security code........................................242

Audio unit operation

On/off control........................................243Sound button........................................243

Waveband button.................................243

Station tuning control...........................243

Station preset buttons.........................244

Autostore control..................................244

Traffic information control....................244

Audio unit menus

Automatic volume control...................246

Digital signal processing (DSP)...........246

News broadcasts.................................246

Alternative frequencies........................246

Regional mode (REG)..........................247

Compact disc player

Compact disc playback.......................248

Track selection......................................248

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Fast forward/reverse...........................248

Shuffle/random.....................................248

Repeat compact disc tracks..............248

Compact disc track scanning............249MP3 file playback..................................249

MP3 display options..............................251

Ending compact disc playback...........251

Auxiliary input (AUX IN)socket

Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket...........252

Audio troubleshooting

Audio troubleshooting.........................253

Telephone


Bluetooth setup....................................254

Telephone setup...................................254

Telephone controls..............................255

Using the telephone.............................256

Voice controlPrinciple of operation...........................258

Using voice control...............................258

Audio unit commands.........................259

Telephone commands........................266

Climate control commands.................271

Connectivity


Connecting an external device..........275

Connecting an external device -Vehicles Without: Bluetooth............275

Using a USB device..............................276

Using an iPod.........................................277

Appendices

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

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

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

Electromagnetic compatibility............280

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ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK

Thank you for choosing Ford. Werecommend that you take some time toget to know your vehicle by reading thishandbook. The more that you know aboutit, the greater the safety and pleasure youwill get from driving it.

WARNING

Always drive with due care andattention when using and operatingthe controls and features on your

vehicle.

Note: This handbook describes productfeatures and options available throughoutthe range, sometimes even before theyare generally available. It may describeoptions not fitted to your vehicle.

Note: Always use and operate yourvehicle in line with all applicable laws andregulations.

Note: Pass on this handbook whenselling your vehicle. It is an integral part ofthe vehicle.

SYMBOLS GLOSSARY

Symbols in this handbook

WARNING

You risk death or serious injury toyourself and others if you do notfollow the instructions highlighted

by the warning symbol.

CAUTION

You risk damaging your vehicle if youdo not follow the instructionshighlighted by the caution symbol.

Symbols on your vehicle

When you see these symbols, read andfollow the relevant instructions in thishandbook before touching or attemptingadjustment of any kind.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Now you can be sure that yourFord parts are Ford parts

Your Ford has been built to the higheststandards using high quality Ford OriginalParts. As a result, you can enjoy driving itfor many years.

Should the unexpected occur and a majorpart needs replacing, we recommend thatyou accept nothing less than Ford OriginalParts.

The use of Ford Original Parts ensuresthat your vehicle is repaired to itspre-accident condition and maintains itsmaximum residual value.

Ford Original Parts match Ford's stringentsafety requirements and high standardsof fit, finish and reliability. Quite simply, theyrepresent the best overall repair value,including parts and labour costs.

Now it is easier to tell if you have reallybeen given Ford Original Parts. The Fordlogo is clearly visible on the following partsif they are Ford Original Parts. If yourvehicle has to be repaired, look for theclearly visible Ford branding and makesure that only Ford Original Parts havebeen used.

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Look for the Ford logo on thefollowing parts

Sheet metal

Bonnet

Wings

Doors

Luggage compartment lid or tailgate

Bumper and radiator grille

Radiator grille

Front and rear bumper

Exterior mirror

Glass

Rear window

Side glass

Windscreen

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Lighting

Rear lamps

Headlamp

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QUICK START

Instrument panel overview

Left-hand drive

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Right-hand drive

Air vents. See Air vents (page 99).A

Direction indicators. See Direction indicators (page 59). Main beam. SeeLighting control (page 56).

B

Information display control (all vehicles except right-hand drive vehicles withvoice control). See Information displays (page 82).

C

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

C

Instrument cluster. See Gauges (page 76). See Warning lamps andindicators (page 78).

D

Audio control (all vehicles without voice control). See Information displays(page 82).

E

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Information and entertainment display control (left-hand drive vehicles withvoice control only). See Audio control (page 49).

E

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

See Information displays (page 82).

E

Wiper lever. See Wipers and washers (page 51).F

Information and entertainment display.G

Audio unit. See Audio unit overview (page 236).H

Door lock button. See Locking and unlocking (page 37).I

Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard warning flashers (page 58).J

Power liftgate switch. See Locking and unlocking (page 37).K

Parking aid switch. See Parking aid (page 146).L

Active park assist switch. See Active park assist (page 150).M

Heated rear window switch.See Heated windows and mirrors (page105).

N

Heated windscreen switch. See Heated windows and mirrors (page105).

O

Climate controls. See Climate control (page 99).P

Start button. See Keyless starting (page 130).Q

Ignition switch. See Ignition switch (page 128).R

Audio control. See Audio control (page 49). Voice control. See Voicecontrol (page 50).

S

Steering wheel adjustment. SeeAdjusting the steering wheel (page 49).T

Horn.U

Cruise control switches. See Cruise control (page 156). Speed limiterswitches. See Speed limiter (page 158).

V

Lighting control. See Lighting control (page 56). Front fog lamps. SeeFront fog lamps (page 57). Rear fog lamp. See Rear fog lamps (page57). Headlamp levelling control. See Headlamp levelling (page 58).

Instrument lighting dimmer. See Instrument lighting dimmer (page 122).

W

Power liftgate

WARNINGS

Do not operate the luggagecompartment lid unless it is freefrom obstruction.

WARNINGS

Careless opening and closing of theluggage compartment lid canoverride the protection function and

cause injuries.

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The luggage compartment lid can beoperated using the remote control, thecentre console switch, the luggagecompartment lid switch or the luggage

compartment lid release handle.

See Locking and unlocking (page37).

Keyless entry

E78276

Passive locking and unlocking requires avalid passive key to be located within oneof the three external detection ranges.

Unlocking the vehicle

E87384

Open any door.

Note: A valid passive key must belocated within the detection range of thatdoor.

One long flash of the direction indicatorsconfirms that all the doors and theluggage compartment lid have beenunlocked and that the alarm has been

disarmed.

Locking the vehicle

E87384

Touch a front door handle lock sensor tolock the vehicle.

See Keyless entry(page 41).

Adjusting the steering wheel

WARNING

Never adjust the steering wheelwhen the vehicle is moving.

1

2

2

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3E95179

See Adjusting the steering wheel(page 49).

Autowipers

C

A B

E128445

High sensitivityA

OnB

Low sensitivityC

Autolamps

E70719

The headlamps will come on and go offautomatically depending on the ambientlight.

See Autolamps (page 57).

Electric windows

Note: To reduce wind noise or buffetingwhen just one window is open, open theopposite window slightly.

See Electric windows (page 70).

Electric folding mirrors

E72623

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See Electric exterior mirrors (page72).

Information displays

Use the arrow buttons to navigatethrough the menus and press OKtomake a selection.

See General information (page 82).

Manual climate control

Heating the interior quickly

Cooling the interior quickly

Defrosting and demisting thewindscreen

See Manual climate control (page100).

Automatic climate control

See Automatic climate control(page 102).

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Keyless starting

Press the start button.

Stopping the engine when thevehicle is moving

WARNING

Switching off the engine when thevehicle is still moving will result in aloss of brake and steering

assistance. The steering will not belocked, but higher effort will be required.When the ignition is switched off someelectrical circuits, warning lamps andindicators may also be OFF.

Press and hold the start button for twoseconds, or press three times within threeseconds.

Press the start button.

See Keyless starting (page 130).

Diesel particulate filter (DPF)

WARNING

Do not park or idle your vehicle overdry leaves, dry grass or othercombustible materials. The DPF

regeneration process creates very highexhaust gas temperatures and theexhaust will radiate a considerableamount of heat during and after DPFregeneration, and after you have switchedthe engine off. This is a potential firehazard.

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

Fuel filler flap

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

Insert the fuel nozzle up to and includingthe first notch on the nozzle. Keep itresting on the cover of the fuel pipeopening.

WARNINGWe recommend that you wait atleast 10 seconds before removingthe fuel nozzle to allow any residual

fuel to drain into the fuel tank.

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E119081

Slightly raise the fuel nozzle to remove it.

See Fuel filler flap (page 134).

Manual transmission

Selecting reverse gear

E99067

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

See Manualtransmission (page 138).

Automatic transmission

WARNING

Apply the brakes before moving theselector lever and keep themapplied until you are ready to move

off.

E80836

S

ParkP

ReverseR

NeutralN

DriveD

Sport mode and manual shiftingS

SeeAutomatic transmission (page138).

Speed limiter

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

See Speed limiter (page 158).

Towing the vehicle on fourwheels

CAUTION

For certain engine and transmissioncombinations, it is recommended notto tow the vehicle with the drive

wheels on the ground.

See Towing the vehicle on fourwheels (page 181).

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CHILD SEATS

WARNINGS

Secure children that are less than150 centimetres tall or less than 12years of age in a suitable, approved

child restraint, in the rear seat.

Original text according to ECER94.01: Extreme Hazard! Do not use

a rearward facing child restraint ona seat protected by an air bag in front ofit!

Read and follow the manufacturersinstructions when you are fitting achild restraint.

Do not modify child restraints in anyway.

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

Do not leave unattended children inyour vehicle.

If your vehicle has been involved inan accident, have the child restraintschecked by properly trained

technicians.

Note: Mandatory use of child restraintsvaries from country to country.

Only child restraints certified toECE-R44.03 (or later) have been testedand approved for use in your vehicle. Achoice of these are available from your

Dealer.

Child restraints for differentmass groups

Use the correct child restraint as follows:

Baby safety seat

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

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Child safety seat

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

BOOSTER CUSHIONS

WARNINGS

Do not install a booster seat or abooster cushion with only the lapstrap of the seat belt.

Do not install a booster seat or abooster cushion with a seat belt thatis slack or twisted.

Do not put the seat belt under yourchilds arm or behind its back.

Do not use pillows, books or towelsto boost your childs height.

Make sure that your children sit inan upright position.

Secure children that weigh morethan 15 kilograms but are less than150 centimetres tall in a booster

seat or a booster cushion.

CAUTION

When using a child seat on a rearseat, make sure that the child seat

rests tightly against the vehicle seat.It may be necessary to lift or remove thehead restraint. See Head restraints(page 109).

Booster seat (Group 2)

We recommend that you use a boosterseat that combines a cushion with abackrest instead of a booster cushiononly. The raised seating position will allowyou to position the shoulder strap of theadult seat belt over the centre of yourchilds shoulder and the lap strap tightlyacross its hips.

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Booster cushion (Group 3)

CHILD SEAT POSITIONING

WARNINGS

Please consult your Dealer for thelatest details relating to Fordrecommended child seats.

Original text according to ECER94.01: Extreme Hazard! Do not usea rearward facing child restraint on

a seat protected by an air bag in front ofit!

WARNINGS

When you are using a child restraintwith a support leg on a second row

seat, make sure that you locate thesupport leg securely on the under floorstorage compartment lid. Make sure thatyou install the foam spacer correctly insidethe storage compartment and that youposition the lid correctly.

When using a child seat with a seatbelt, make sure that the seat belt isnot slack or twisted.

CAUTION

The child seat must rest tightlyagainst the vehicle seat. It may benecessary to lift or remove the head

restraint. See Head restraints (page109).

Note:Always adjust the front passengerseat to its fully rearwards position. If itproves difficult to tighten the lap sectionof the seat belt without slack remaining,

adjust the seatback to the fully uprightposition and raise the height of the seat.SeeSeats(page 108).

Child seat positions

Mass group categories

Seating positions

IIIIII0+0

2 2 - 3 6 k g1 5 - 2 5 k g9 - 1 8 k gUp to 13

kg

Up to 10

kg

Booster seat or

cushion

Child

safety

seat

Baby safety seat

UFUFUFXXFront passenger seatwith airbag ON

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Seating positions

IIIIII0+0

22 - 36 kg1 5 - 2 5 k g9 - 1 8 k gUp to 13kg

Up to 10kg

Booster seat or

cushion

Child

safety

seat

Baby safety seat

UUUUUFront passenger seatwith airbag OFF

UUUUUSecond row seats -Grand C-MAX

UUUUUSecond row seats - C-MAX

UUUUUThird row seats - GrandC-MAX

XNot suitable for children in this mass group.

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

U 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.UF Suitable for universal category forward facing child seats approved for use in thismass group. However, we recommend that you secure children in a governmentapproved child seat, in the rear seat.

ISOFIX child seats


Seating positions10+

Forward facingRear facing

9 - 1 8 k gUp to 13 kg

Vehicle seating position not ISOFIXequipped

Size classFront seat

Seat type

A, B, B1, C, D*

C, D, E*Size classSecond row outboard seat

ISOFIX - Grand C-MAX

IL**

, IUF***

IL**Seat type

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Seating positions10+

Forward facingRear facing

9 - 1 8 k gUp to 13 kg

A, B, B1, D*

D, E*Size classSecond row outboard seat

ISOFIX - C-MAX

IL**

, IUF***

IL**Seat type


Size classSecond row centre seat

Seat type


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 categoryapproved for use in this mass group and ISOFIX size class.*The ISOFIX size class for both universal and semi-universal child restraints systemsis defined by the capital letters Ato G. These identification letters are displayed onISOFIX child restraints.

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

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

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ISOFIX ANCHOR POINTS

WARNING

Use an anti-rotation device whenusing the ISOFIX system. Werecommend the use of a top tether

or support leg.

Note: When you are purchasing anISOFIX restraint, make sure that you knowthe correct mass group and ISOFIX sizeclass for the intended seating locations.SeeChildseatpositioning(page 20).

Your vehicle is fitted with ISOFIX anchorpoints that accommodate universallyapproved ISOFIX child restraints.

The ISOFIX system comprises two rigidattachment arms on the child restraintthat attach to anchor points on theoutboard rear seats, where the cushionand backrest meet. Tether anchor pointsare fitted behind the outboard rear seatsfor child restraints with a top tether.

Top tether anchor points - C-MAX

Top tether anchor points -Grand C-MAX

Attaching a child seat with toptethers

WARNING

Do not attach a tether strap toanything other than the correcttether anchor point.

Note: Where applicable, remove theluggage cover to ease installation. SeeLuggagecovers(page 161).

WARNING

Make sure that the top tether strapis not slack or twisted and isproperly located on the anchor

point.

1. Route the tether strap to the anchorpoint.

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2. Push the child seat back firmly toengage the ISOFIX lower anchorpoints.

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

CHILD SAFETY LOCKS

WARNING

You cannot open the doors frominside if you have put the child safetylocks on.

Manual child safety locks

Note: On vehicles with keyless entry, usethe spare key. SeeKeylessentry(page41).

C-MAX

Grand C-MAX

Left-hand side

Turn anti-clockwise to lock and clockwiseto unlock.

Right-hand side

Turn clockwise to lock and anti-clockwiseto unlock.

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Electric child safety locks

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

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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Airbags

WARNINGS

Do not modify the front of yourvehicle in any way. This couldadversely affect deployment of the

airbags.

Original text according to ECER94.01: Extreme Hazard! Do not usea rearward facing child restraint on

a seat protected by an airbag in front ofit!

Wear a seat belt and keep sufficientdistance between yourself and thesteering wheel. Only when you use

the seat belt properly, can it hold you in aposition that allows the airbag to achieveits optimum effect. See Sitting in thecorrect position (page 108).

Have repairs to the steering wheel,steering column, seats, airbags andseat belts carried out by a properly

trained technician.

Keep the areas in front of theairbags free from obstruction. Donot affix anything to or over the

airbag covers.

Do not poke sharp objects intoareas where airbags are fitted. Thiscould damage and adversely affect

deployment of the airbags.

Use seat covers designed for seats

with side airbags. Have these fittedby a properly trained technician.

Note: You will hear a loud bang and seea cloud of harmless powdery residue if anairbag deploys. This is normal.

Note: Only wipe airbag covers with adamp cloth.

Driver andfrontpassenger airbags

E74302

The driver and front passenger airbagswill deploy during significant frontalcollisions or collisions that are up to 30degrees from the left or the right. Theairbags will inflate within a fewthousandths of a second and deflate oncontact with the occupants, thuscushioning forward body movement.During minor frontal collisions, overturns,rear collisions and side collisions, the driverand front passenger airbags will notdeploy.

Side airbags

E72658

Side airbags are fitted inside the seatbackof the front seats. A label indicates thatside airbags are fitted to your vehicle.

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The side airbags will deploy duringsignificant lateral collisions. Only the airbagon the side affected by the collision willdeploy. The airbags will inflate within a few

thousandths of a second and deflate oncontact with the occupants, thusproviding protection for the chest andshoulder areas. During minor lateralcollisions, overturns, front collisions andrear collisions, the side airbags will notdeploy.

Curtain airbags

E75004

Curtain airbags are fitted inside the trimpanels over the front and rear sidewindows. Moulded badges in the B-pillartrim panels indicate that curtain airbagsare fitted to your vehicle.

The curtain airbags will deploy duringsignificant lateral collisions. Only the airbag

on the side affected by the collision willdeploy. The airbag will inflate within a fewthousandths of a second and deflate oncontact with the occupants, thusproviding protection for the head. Duringminor lateral collisions, front collisions, rearcollisions, or overturns the curtain airbagswill not deploy.

Seat belts

WARNINGS

Wear a seat belt and keep sufficientdistance between yourself and thesteering wheel. Only when you use

the seat belt properly, can it hold you in aposition to achieve its optimum effect.See Sitting in the correct position(page 108).

Never use a seat belt for more thanone person.

Use the correct buckle for each seatbelt.

Do not use a seat belt that is slackor twisted.

Do not wear thick clothing. The seatbelt must fit tightly around your bodyto achieve its optimum effect.

Position the shoulder strap of theseat belt over the centre of yourshoulder and position the lap strap

tightly across your hips.

Seat belt pretensioners have a lowerdeployment threshold than the airbags.During minor collisions, it is possible thatonly the seat belt pretensioners willdeploy.

All vehicles

The driver and front passenger seat beltsystems are fitted with a seat beltpretensioner.

Grand C-MAX

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

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Status after a collision

WARNINGS

Seat belts subjected to strain, as a

result of an accident, should berenewed and the anchorages

checked by a properly trained technician.

If a seat belt pretensioner has beendeployed the seat belt must berenewed.

FASTENING THE SEAT

BELTS

WARNINGS

Insert the tongue into the buckleuntil you hear a distinct click. Youhave not fastened the seat belt

properly if you do not hear a click.

In order to ensure that the centrebelt works properly, the rearseatback must be correctly

engaged.

Note: The seat belt tongues aredesigned so that you can only insert theminto the correct buckle.

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

Press the red button on the buckle torelease the belt. Let it retract completelyand smoothly.

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When in use, the rear seat belts shouldbe placed in the belt guides on theoutboard seatbacks.

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Second row centre seat belt -C-MAX

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The retractor for the rear centre seat beltis located in the roof.

To fasten the seat belt:

1. Pull the belt out steadily. It may lock ifyou pull it sharply or if the vehicle is ona slope.

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

3. Pull the larger tongue across the lapand insert it into the buckle to the rightof the centre seat.

Note: If in constant use, you can leavethe belt buckled in the black buckle. Whenit is not in use, or when you fold or movethe rear seats, you should release the beltfrom the black buckle.

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

Press the button on the side of the blackbuckle to release the belt. Let it retractcompletely and smoothly to the retractorin the roof.

Stow the larger tongue flat against theroof trim.

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Second row centre seat belt -Grand C-MAX

Centre seat belt anchor point

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The retractor for the rear centre seat beltis located in the roof.

To fasten the seat belt:

1. Pull the belt out steadily. It may lock ifyou pull it sharply or if the vehicle is ona slope.

2. Securely attach the spring hook to theanchor point.

3. Pull the tongue across the lap andinsert it into the buckle to the right ofthe centre seat.

Note: If in constant use, you can leavethe belt attached to the anchor point.

When it is not in use, or when you fold ormove the rear seats, you should releasethe spring hook from the anchor point.

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

Unclip the spring hook to release the belt.

Let it retract completely and smoothly tothe retractor in the roof.

Stow the tongue securely flat against theroof trim.

WARNING

Always replace the rubber coverwhen stowing the belt assembly.

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SEAT BELT HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

Note: Lifting the slider slightly whilepressing the locking button makes iteasier to release the locking mechanism.

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

SEAT BELT REMINDER

WARNING

The occupant protection system willonly provide optimum protectionwhen you use the seat belt properly.

The seat belt reminder warninglamp illuminates and an audiblewarning will sound if the driver's

or front seat passenger's seat belt hasnot been fastened and the vehicleexceeds a relatively low speed. It will alsoilluminate if the driver's or front seatpassenger's seat belt is unfastened whenthe vehicle is moving. The audible warningand warning lamp will go off after sevenminutes.

Deactivating the seat beltreminder

See your dealer.

Grand C-MAX only

Rear seat belt reminder

WARNING

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

Note: Press theOKbutton on the

steering wheel control to confirm themessage.

A visual reminder of the seat belt statuswill be shown on the instrument displayonce the engine is started, and onceagain if any are unfastened when thevehicle is moving.

Fastened seat belts are indicated by a ticksymbol.

If a belt is unfastened when the vehicle is

moving, the seat belt status screen will bedisplayed and the relevant seats will behighlighted by an exclamation mark. Anaudible chime will also sound.

USING SEAT BELTS DURING

PREGNANCY

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WARNING

Position the seat belt correctly foryour safety and that of your unborn

child. Do not use only the lap strapor the shoulder strap.

Position the lap strap comfortably acrossyour hips and low beneath your pregnantabdomen. Position the shoulder strapbetween your breasts, above and to theside of your pregnant abdomen.

DISABLING THE

PASSENGER AIRBAG

WARNING

Make sure that the passengerairbag is disabled when using arearward facing child restraint on the

front passenger seat.

Fitting the passenger airbagdeactivation switch

WARNING

If you need to fit a child restraint ona seat protected by an operationalairbag in front of it, have a

passenger airbag deactivation switchfitted. Ask your dealer for furtherinformation.

Note: The key switch is located at theend of the instrument panel on the sideof the glove compartment. The airbagdeactivation lamp is located between the

sun visors.

If the airbag warning lamp illuminates orflashes when you are driving, this indicatesa malfunction. SeeWarning lamps andindicators (page 78). Remove the childrestraint and have the system checkedimmediately.

Disabling the passengerairbag

DisabledA

EnabledB

Turn the switch to position A.

When you switch the ignition on, checkthat the passenger airbag deactivationwarning lamp illuminates.

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Enabling the passenger airbag

WARNING

Make sure that the passengerairbag is enabled when you are notusing a child restraint on the front

passenger seat.

Turn the switch to position B.

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GENERALINFORMATIONON

RADIO FREQUENCIES

CAUTION

The radio frequency used by yourremote control can also be used byother short distance radio

transmissions (e.g. amateur radios,medical equipment, wireless headphones,remote controls and alarm systems). Ifthe frequencies are jammed, you will notbe able to use your remote control. Youcan lock and unlock the doors with thekey.

Note: You could unlock the doors if youpress the buttons on the remote controlunintentionally.

The operating range between yourremote control and your vehicle variesdepending on the environment.

PROGRAMMING THE

REMOTE CONTROLYou can programme a maximum of eightremote controls to use with your vehicle(including any supplied with your vehicle).

Programming a new remotecontrol

1. Insert the key in the ignition.

2. Cycle the key from position 0to II andthen back to 0 four times within sixseconds.

3. Leave the key in position 0 and pressany button on the remote controlwithin 10 seconds. You will receiveconfirmation via a chime or LED thatprogramming has been successful.

Note: Further remote controls may beprogrammed at this stage.

4. Press any button on each additionalremote control within 10 seconds ofeach other.

Reprogramming the unlockingfunction

Note: When you press the unlock buttoneither all the doors are unlocked or onlythe drivers door is unlocked. Pressing theunlock button again unlocks all the doors.

Press and hold the unlock and lockbuttons on the remote key simultaneouslyfor at least four seconds with the ignitionoff. 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

Make sure that you dispose ofold batteries in anenvironmentally friendly way.

Seek advice from your local authorityregarding recycling.

Remote control with a foldingkey blade

1. Insert a screwdriver in the positionshown and gently push the clip.

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4. Carefully insert the screwdriver in theposition shown to open the remotecontrol.

CAUTION

Do not touch the battery contacts orthe printed circuit board with thescrewdriver.

5. Carefully prise out the battery with thescrewdriver.

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

7. Assemble the two halves of theremote control.

8. Install the key blade.

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Locking and unlockingconfirmation

Note: If your vehicle has double locking,

the direction indicators will only flash twiceonce you have activated double locking.

When you lock the doors, the directionindicators will flash twice.

When you unlock the doors, the directionindicators will flash once.

Locking and unlocking thedoors from inside

Press the button. For item

location: See Quick start(page 10).

Luggage compartment lid

Power liftgate

WARNINGS

Do not operate the luggagecompartment lid unless it is freefrom obstruction.

Careless opening and closing of theluggage compartment lid canoverride the protection function and

cause injuries.

Do not place objects on the luggagecompartment lid.

Make sure the luggagecompartment lid is fully closed afteroperation.

CAUTIONS

Operate the luggage compartmentlid only when your vehicle isstationary.

Make sure there is enoughheadroom to open the luggagecompartment lid.

CAUTIONS

On vehicles with automatictransmission, make sure the selector

lever is in P.In extreme weather conditions,automatic opening and closing willnot work if the luggage compartment

lid is frozen to the seal.

Note: The luggage compartment lid willstop automatically while opening, andreverse some distance if there is anobstacle in the way.

Note: The luggage compartment lid willstop automatically while closing, and fullyopen if there is an obstacle in the way.

Note: You can manually move theluggage compartment lid.

The luggage compartment lid can beoperated using the remote control, thecentre console switch, the luggagecompartment lid switch or the luggagecompartment lid release handle.

Luggage compartment lid switch

Remotecontrolandcentreconsoleswitch

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Note: Pressing any button again duringoperation will stop the luggagecompartment lid. A further press willreverse the direction.

Note: To operate the centre consoleswitch, the ignition must be on.

To open a fully closed luggagecompartment lid, you can either:

Press the button on the remotecontrol twice within three seconds.

Press the centre console switch orluggage compartment lid releasehandle.

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


Press and hold the button on theremote control for at least threeseconds.

Press the centre console switch, theluggage compartment lid switch orthe luggage compartment lid release

handle.To stop the luggage compartment lid, youcan either:

Press the button on the remotecontrol. A further remote controloperation will be delayed forapproximately three seconds.

Press the centre console switch, theluggage compartment lid switch orthe luggage compartment lid release

handle.Programming the luggage compartmentlid stop position

1. Open the luggage compartment lid.

2. Stop the luggage compartment lid atthe required height.

3. Press and hold the luggagecompartment lid switch for at leastthree seconds. A chime will be heard.

Reprogramming the luggagecompartment lid to a new stop position

1. Open the luggage compartment lid.

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

3. Press and hold the luggagecompartment lid switch for at leastthree seconds. A chime will be heard.

Closing the luggage compartmentlid

WARNINGS

The anti-trap function will be

deactivated when the luggagecompartment lid comes into contactwith the vehicle body.

The luggage compartment lid willnot detect obstacles when it comesinto contact with the vehicle body.

Note: Do not leave a passive key in thevehicle when closing the luggagecompartment. A message will be shownin the display. SeeInformationmessages(page 89).

Note: A recessed grip is incorporatedinside the luggage compartment lid tofacilitate manual closing.

To close the luggage compartment lid,you can either:


Press and hold the button on the

remote control for at least threeseconds.

Press the centre console switch, theluggage compartment lid switch orthe luggage compartment lid releasehandle.

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The luggage compartment lid will closeautomatically when it comes into contactwith the vehicle body.

Locking the doors individuallywith the key

Note: If the central locking function failsto operate, the doors can be individuallylocked using the key in the positionshown.

C-MAX

Left-hand side

Turn clockwise to lock.

Right-hand sideTurn anti-clockwise to lock.

Grand C-MAX

Push to lock.

Unlocking

Note: If the child safety locks have alsobeen activated, pulling the internal leverwill only deactivate the emergency lockingand not the child safety lock. The doorscan only be opened using the externaldoor handle.

Note: If the doors have been unlockedusing this method, the doors must belocked individually until the central locking

function has been repaired.Unlock the driver's door using the key.The other doors can be unlockedindividually by pulling the interior doorhandles on those doors.

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KEYLESS ENTRY

General information

WARNING

The keyless entry system may notfunction if the key is close to metalobjects or electronic devices such

as mobile phones.

The passive entry system will not functionif:

The vehicle battery is flat.

The passive key frequencies arejammed.

The passive key battery is flat.

Note: If the passive entry system doesnot function, you will need to use the keyblade to lock and unlock your vehicle.

The keyless system allows the driver tooperate the vehicle without the use of akey or remote control.

Passive locking and unlocking requires avalid passive key to be located within oneof the three external detection ranges.These are located approximately one anda half metres from the driver and frontpassenger door handles and the luggagecompartment lid.

Passive key

The vehicle can be locked and unlockedwith the passive key. The passive key can

also be used as a remote control. SeeLocking and unlocking (page 37).

Locking the vehicle

WARNING

The vehicle does not lock itselfautomatically. If the locking functionis not activated, the vehicle will

remain unlocked.

Touch a front door handle lock sensor tolock the vehicle.

To activate central locking and arm thealarm:

Touch a front door handle lock sensoronce.

To activate double locking and arm thealarm:

Touch a front door handle lock sensortwice within three seconds.

Note: There must be clearance betweeneach touch of the door handle.

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Note: Once activated, the vehicle willremain locked for approximately threeseconds. When the delay period is over,the doors can be opened again, provided

the passive key is within the respectivedetection range.

Two short flashes of the directionindicators confirms that all the doors andthe luggage compartment lid have beenlocked and that the alarm has beenarmed.

Luggage compartment lid

Note: The luggage compartment lid

cannot be closed and, will pop back up ifthe passive key is located inside thevehicle with the doors locked.

Note: If a second valid passive key islocated within the rear exterior detectionrange, the luggage compartment lid canbe closed.

Unlocking the vehicle

Note: If the vehicle remains locked for

longer than three days, the keylesssystem will enter an energy-saving mode.This is to reduce the discharge of thevehicle battery. When the vehicle isunlocked while in this mode, the reactiontime of the system may be a little longerthan normal. Unlocking the vehicle oncewill deactivate the energy-saving mode.

Note: If the vehicle remains locked forseveral weeks, the keyless system will bedisabled. The vehicle must be unlocked

using the key blade. Unlocking the vehicleonce will enable the keyless system.

Open any door.

Note: A valid passive key must be

located within the detection range of thatdoor.

One long flash of the direction indicatorsconfirms that all the doors and theluggage compartment lid have beenunlocked and that the alarm has beendisarmed.

Unlocking only the driver's door

If the unlocking function is reprogrammed

so that only the drivers door and theluggage compartment lid are unlocked (See Programming the remotecontrol (page 34).), note the following:

If the drivers door is the first door whichis opened, the other doors will remainlocked. All the other doors can beunlocked from inside the vehicle bypressing the unlock button on theinstrument panel. For item location: SeeQuick start (page 10). Doors can be

unlocked individually by pulling the interiordoor handles on those doors.

Disabled keys

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

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

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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 theremote control unlocking function.

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

Locking and unlocking thedoors with the key blade

1. Carefully remove the cover.

2. Remove the key blade and insert itinto the lock.

Note: Only the driver's door handle isfitted with a lock cylinder.

GLOBAL OPENING AND

CLOSINGYou can also operate the electricwindows with the ignition off via the globalopening and global closing function.

Note: Global closing will only operate ifyou have set the memory correctly foreach window. SeeElectricwindows(page 70).

Global opening

To open all the windows, press and holdthe remote control unlockbutton for atleast three seconds. Press any remotecontrol button again to stop the openingfunction.

Global closing

Vehicles without keyless entry

WARNING

Take care when using globalclosing. In an emergency, press aremote control button immediately

to stop.

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To close all the windows, press and holdthe remote control lockbutton for atleast three seconds. Press any remotecontrol button again to stop the closingfunction. The anti-trap function is alsoactive during global closing.

Vehicles with keyless entry

WARNINGTake care when using globalclosing. In an emergency, touch adoor handle lock sensor to stop.

Note: Global closing can be activatedusing the drivers door handle. Globalopening and closing can also be activatedusing the buttons on the passive key.

To close all the windows, press and holdthe drivers door handle for at least twoseconds. The anti-trap function is alsoactive during global closing.

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The engine immobiliser is a theftprotection system that prevents someonefrom starting the engine with anincorrectly coded key.

CODED KEYS

Note: Do not shield your keys with metalobjects. This may prevent the receiverfrom recognising your key as a valid one.

Note: Have all of your remaining keyserased and recoded if you lose a key. Askyour dealer for further information. Havereplacement keys recoded together withyour existing keys.

If you lose a key, you can obtain areplacement from your Ford Dealer. Ifpossible, provide them with the keynumber from the tag provided with theoriginal keys. You can also obtainadditional keys from your Ford Dealer.

ARMING THE ENGINEIMMOBILISER

The engine immobiliser is armedautomatically a short time after you haveswitched the ignition off.

DISARMING THE ENGINE

IMMOBILISER

The engine immobiliser is disarmedautomatically when you switch the ignitionon with a correctly coded key.

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Alarm system

Your vehicle may be equipped with oneof the following alarm systems:

Perimeter alarm.

Perimeter alarm with interior sensors.

Category one alarm with interiorsensors and battery back-up sounder.

Perimeter alarm

The perimeter alarm is a deterrent against

unauthorised access to your vehiclethrough the doors and the bonnet. It alsoprotects the audio unit.

Interior sensors

WARNING

The sensors in the interior lamp unitmust not be covered up. Do notactivate the alarm with full guard if

any persons, animals or other movingobjects are inside the vehicle.

The sensors act as a deterrent againstunauthorised intrusion by sensing anymovement within the vehicle.

Battery back-up sounder

The battery back-up sounder is an extraalarm system which will sound a siren

when the alarm is triggered. It is armeddirectly when you lock the vehicle. Thesounder has its own battery and willsound an alarm siren even if someonedisconnects the vehicle battery or thebattery back-up sounder itself.

Triggering the alarm

Once armed, the alarm is triggered in anyof the following ways:

If someone opens a door, the tailgateor the bonnet without a valid key orremote control.

If someone removes the audio ornavigation system.

If the ignition is turned to position I, IIorIII without a valid key.

If the interior sensors detectmovement within the vehicle.

On vehicles with a battery back-up

sounder, if someone disconnects thevehicle battery or the battery back-upsounder itself.

If the alarm is triggered, the alarm horn willsound for 30 seconds and the hazardwarning flasher will flash for five minutes.

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

Full and reduced guard

Full guard

Full guard is the standard setting.

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

Note: This may result in false alarms ifanimals or moving objects are inside thevehicle.

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Reduced guard

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

Note: You can set the alarm to reducedguard 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 askyou each time which level of guard youwish to set.

If you select Ask on Exit, the message

Reduced guard? appears in theinstrument cluster display each time youswitch the ignition off.

If you wish to arm the alarm with reducedguard, press the OKbutton when thismessage appears.

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

Selecting full or reduced guard

Note: SelectingReduceddoes not setthe alarm permanently to reduced guard.It sets it to reduced guard only for thecurrent ignition cycle. If you regularly setthe alarm to reduced guard, selectAskonExit.

1. Press the right arrow button on thesteering wheel to enter the mainmenu.

2. Highlight Setup with the up and downarrow buttons and press the rightarrow button.

3. Highlight Alarm and press the rightarrow button.

4. Highlight Reduced orFull guard. If

you prefer to be asked each time youswitch off the ignition, select Ask onExit.

5. Press the OKbutton to confirm theselection.

6. Press the left arrow button to exit themenu. To return to the trip computerdisplay directly, hold the left arrowbutton pressed.

Information messages

See Information messages (page 89).

ARMING THE ALARM

To arm the alarm, lock the vehicle. SeeLocks (page 37).

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DISARMING THE ALARM

Vehicles without keyless entry

Perimeter alarm

Disarm and silence the alarm by unlockingthe doors with the key and switching theignition on with a correctly coded key, orunlocking the doors or the luggagecompartment lid with the remote control.

Category one alarm

Disarm and silence the alarm by unlockingthe doors with the key and switching the

ignition on with a correctly coded keywithin 12 seconds, or unlocking the doorsor the luggage compartment lid with theremote control.

Vehicles with keyless entry

Note: A valid passive key must belocated within the detection range of thatdoor for keyless entry. SeeKeylessentry (page 41).

Perimeter alarm

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

Category one alarm

Disarm and silence the alarm by unlockingthe doors and switching the ignition onwithin 12 seconds, or unlocking the doors

or the luggage compartment lid with theremote control.

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ADJUSTING THE STEERING

WHEEL

WARNING

Never adjust the steering wheelwhen the vehicle is moving.

Note: Make sure that you are sitting inthe correct position. SeeSitting in thecorrectposition(page 108).

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Make sure that you fully engage thelocking lever when returning it to its

original position.

AUDIO CONTROL

Select the required source on the audiounit.

The following functions can be operatedwith the remote control:

Type 1

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A

E

Volume upA

Seek upB

Volume downC

Seek downD

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Type 2

Volume upA

Seek upB

Volume downC

Seek downD

Mode

Press the mode button to tune the radioto the next preset station.

Press and hold the mode button toselect the audio source.

Seek

Press the seek button to:

tune the radio to the next station upor down the frequency band

play the next or the previous track.

Press and hold the seek button to:

tune the radio up or down thefrequency band

seek through a track.

VOICE CONTROL

Pull the button to select or deselect voicecontrol. SeeVoice control (page 258).

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High sensitivityA

OnB

Low sensitivityC

If you switch autowipers on, the wiperswill not cycle until water is detected onthe windscreen. The rain sensor will thencontinuously measure the amount ofwater on the windscreen and adjust thespeed of the wipers automatically.

Adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensorusing the rotary control. With low

sensitivity, the wipers will operate whenthe sensor detects a lot of water on thewindscreen. With high sensitivity, thewipers will operate if the sensor detectsa small amount of water on thewindscreen.

WINDSCREEN WASHERS

WARNING

Do not operate the washer for morethan 10 seconds at a time, and

never when the reservoir is empty.

Whilst the lever is pulled towards thesteering wheel the washer will work inconjunction with the wipers.

After releasing the lever, the wipersoperate for a short time.

REAR WINDOW WIPER AND

WASHERS

Intermittent wipe

Intermittent wipeA

Low speed wipeB

Press the button at the end of the leverto change between off, intermittent andlow speed.

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Reverse gear wipe

The rear wiper will be activatedautomatically when selecting reverse gear

if the rear wiper is not already switchedon and the front wiper is operating.

The rear wiper will follow the front wiperinterval (at intermittent or normal speed).

Rear window washer

WARNING

Do not operate the washer for morethan 10 seconds at a time, andnever when the reservoir is empty.

While the lever is pushed away from thesteering wheel the washer will work inconjunction with the wipers.

After releasing the lever, the wipersoperate for a short time.

ADJUSTING THE

WINDSCREEN WASHER

JETS

The eye ball jets can be adjusted preciselyusing a pin.

HEADLAMP WASHERS

The headlamp washers will operate withthe windscreen washers when theheadlamps are on.

Note: To stop the washer fluid reservoiremptying quickly, the headlamp washerswill not operate every time that you usethe windscreen washers.

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CHECKING THE WIPER

BLADES

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

Clean the wiper blade lips with waterapplied with a soft sponge.

CHANGING THE WIPER

BLADES

Windscreen wiper blades

CAUTIONS

Set the windscreen wipers in theservice position to change the wiperblades.

You can use the service position inwinter to provide easier access to

the wiper blades for freeing themfrom snow and ice. The windscreenwipers will return to their normal positionas soon as you switch on the ignition somake sure that the outside of thewindscreen is free from snow and icebefore you switch on the ignition.

Note: The windscreen wiper blades aredifferent in length. SeeTechnicalspecifications (page 55). If you installwiper blades of the wrong length, the rain

sensor may not work correctly.

Service position

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Switch off the ignition and move the wiperlever to position Awithin three seconds.Release the lever when the windscreenwipers have moved to the serviceposition.

Changing the windscreen wiperblades

Set the windscreen wipers in the serviceposition and lift the wiper arms.

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1. Press the locking buttons together.

2. Rotate and remove the wiper blade.

Note: Make sure that the wiper bladelocks into place.

3. Install in the reverse order.

Rear window wiper blade

1. Lift the wiper arm.

2. Slightly rotate the wiper blade from thewiper arm.

3. Disengage the wiper blade from thewiper arm.

4. Remove the wiper blade.

Note: Make sure that the wiper bladelocks 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

OffA

Side and tail lampsB

HeadlampsC

Parking lamps

CAUTION

Prolonged use of the parking lampswill discharge the battery.

Switch off the ignition.

Both sides

Turn the switch to position B.

One side

Right-hand sideA

Left-hand sideB

Main and dipped beam

Push the lever forward to switch betweenmain and dipped beam.

Headlamp flasher

Pull the lever slightly towards the steeringwheel.

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Home safe lighting

Switch the ignition off and pull thedirection indicator lever towards the

steering wheel to switch the headlampson. You will hear a short tone. Theheadlamps will go off automatically after3 minutes with any door open, or 30seconds after the last door has beenclosed.

The home safe lights can be cancelled byeither pulling the direction indicator levertowards the steering wheel again or byturning the ignition switch ON.

AUTOLAMPS

WARNING

In severe weather conditions, it maybe necessary to switch yourheadlamps on manually.

Note: If you have switched autolamps

on, you can only switch the main beamon when autolamps has switched theheadlamps on.

The headlamps will come on and go offautomatically depending on the ambientlight.

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

displays (page 82).

FRONT FOG LAMPS

WARNING

Only use the front fog lamps whenvisibility is considerably restricted byfog, snow or rain.

REAR FOG LAMPS

WARNINGS

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

Do not use the rear fog lamps whenit is raining or snowing and visibilityis more than 50 metres.

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HEADLAMP LEVELLING

Note: Vehicles with Xenon headlampsare equipped with automatic headlamplevelling.

Raised headlamp beamsA

Lowered headlamp beamsB

You can adjust the level of the headlampbeams according to the vehicle load.

Recommended headlamp levelling switch positions

Switch posi-

tion

Load in

luggage

compartment

Load

Third row

seats

Second row

seatsFront seats

0---1-2

0 (0.5)2-2-1-2

1 (0.5)2--31-2

3 (0.5)2

Max1-31-2

4 (1.5)2

Max1--1

1See Vehicle identification plate (page 212).

2 Vehicles with active suspension.

HAZARD WARNING

FLASHERS

For item location: See Quick start (page10).

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DIRECTION INDICATORS Note: Tap the lever up or down to makethe direction indicators flash only threetimes.

CORNERING LAMPS

Headlamp beamA

Cornering lamp beamB

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

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E130174

2

3

2. Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwiseand remove it.

3. Gently press the bulb into the bulbholder, turn it anti-clockwise andremove it.

Headlamp main beam

CAUTION

Do not touch the glass of the bulb.

1. Remove the headlamp. SeeRemoving a headlamp (page 60).

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.


E130176

3

42



4. Remove the bulb.

Cornering lamp


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E130177

2

4



4. Release the clip and remove the bulb.

Side lamp


E130181

2

3

4


3. Remove the bulb holder.

4. Remove the bulb.

Side repeater

E72263

1. Carefully remove the side repeater.

E72291


3. Remove the bulb.

Approach lamp

Note: Position the mirror glass as farinwards as possible.

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E72264

1

1. Insert a screwdriver into the gapbetween the mirror housing and themirror glass and release the metalretaining clip.

E72265

2

3

2. Remove the lamp.

3. Remove the bulb.

Front fog lamps

1

23

E99405

Note: You cannot separate the fog lampbulb from the bulb holder.

1. Using a suitable implement, removethe cover.

2. Remove the screws.

3. Remove the lamp.

4

E99406

5

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Rear lamps

Direction indicator, tail and brakelamp

1. Remove the trim panel.


3. Remove the wing nut.

4. Remove the lamp.



A. Tail and brake lamp

B. Direction indicator

Reversing lamp, tail lamp and foglamp

1. Remove the trim panel.

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2. Remove the wing nut.

3. Remove the lamp.




A. Reversing lamp

B. Tail and fog lamp

Central high mounted brakelamp

1. Detach the clips.

2. Insert a suitable object into the holes.

3. Carefully pull the lamp towards thefront of the vehicle to release thespring clips.

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4

E130236

4. Remove the lamp.

E130205

5

6


6. Remove the bulb.

Number plate lamp

E72789

3

2

1

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 serviceableitem, please consult your dealer if this fails.

E125092

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Power (watt)SpecificationLamp

5W5WCentral high mounted stop lamp

5W5WLuggage compartment lamp1Fit a replacement with the same rating as the one you have removed.

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ELECTRIC WINDOWS

WARNING

Do not operate the electric windowsunless they are free fromobstruction.

Note: If you operate the switches oftenduring a short period of time, the systemmight become inoperable for a certaintime to prevent damage due tooverheating.

Switch on the ignition to operate the

electric windows.

Global opening and closing

You can also operate the electricwindows with the ignition off via the globalopening and closing function. See Locks(page 37).

Driver's door switches

You can operate all the windows with the

switches on the door trim panel of thedrivers door.

E70848

Opening and closing thewindows 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 switchfor rear windows

WARNING

On some vehicles, pressing theswitch will also lock the rear doorsfrom inside. See Child safety

locks (page 24).

Note: You can always operate the rearwindows from the drivers door.

E70850

A switch in the drivers door disables therear electric window switches.

The light in the switch comes on and thelights in the rear window switches go offwhen the rear windows are disabled.

Anti-trap function

WARNING

Careless closing of the windows canoverride the protection function andcause injuries.

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The electric windows will stopautomatically while closing and reversesome distance if there is an obstacle inthe way.

Overriding the anti-trap function

CAUTION

While you close the window for thethird time, the anti-trap function isdisabled. Make sure there are no

obstacles in the way of the closingwindow.

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

1. Close the window twice until itreaches the resistance and let itreverse.

2. Close the window a third time to theresistance. The anti-trap function isdisabled and you cannot close thewindow automatically. The window willoverride the resistance and you can

close it fully.3. If the window does not close after the

third attempt, have it checked by anexpert.

Resetting the memory of theelectric windows

WARNING

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

After the battery has been disconnectedfrom the vehicle you must reset thememory separately for each window:

Note: On vehicles with a convertible top,the roof and doors must be fully closedbefore carrying out the followingprocedure.

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

2. Release the switch.

3. Lift the switch again for one moresecond.

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

5. Release the switch.

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

7. Open the window and try to close itautomatically.

8. Reset and repeat procedure if thewindow does not close automatically.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

WARNING

Do not overestimate the distanceof the objects that you see in theconvex mirror. Objects seen in

convex mirrors will appear smaller andfurther away than they actually are.

Manual folding mirrors

Folding

Push the mirror towards the door windowglass.

Unfolding

Make sure that you fully engage the mirror

in its support when returning it to itsoriginal position.

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If you press the switch again while themirrors are moving, they will stop andreverse the direction of movement.

Note: When the mirrors are operatedoften during a short period of time, thesystem may become inoperable for aperiod of time to prevent damage due tooverheating.

AUTO-DIMMING MIRROR

The auto-dimming mirror will adjustautomatically when hit by glaring light frombehind. It will not work when you haveselected reverse gear.

BLIND SPOT MONITOR

Blind spot information system(BLIS)

WARNINGS

The system is not designed toprevent contact with other vehiclesor 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 or cyclists.

Do not use the system as areplacement for using the side andrear view mirrors, and looking over

your shoulder before changing lanes. Thesystem is not a replacement for carefuldriving and is only to be used as an aid.

The system is a convenience feature thataids the driver in detecting vehicles thatmay have entered the blind spot zone (A).The detection area is on both sides of the

vehicle extending rearwards from theexterior mirrors to approximately 3 metres(10 feet) beyond the bumper. The systemwill alert you if certain vehicles enter theblind spot zone whilst driving.

Using the system

The system displays a yellow indicatorlocated in the exterior mirrors.

Note: Both indicators will illuminate brieflywhen you switch the ignition on to confirmthat the system is operational.

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Note: On vehicles with automatictransmission, the system is active only inDandN.

The system is only active when youexceed 10 km/h (6 mph). The system istemporarily deactivated when you selectreverse gear.

System detection and alerts

The system will trigger the alert forvehicles that enter the blind spot zonefrom the rear or merge from the side.Vehicles that you pass, or vehicles thatenter the blind spot zone from the front,

will only trigger the alert after the vehiclehas remained in the blind spot zone for ashort period of time.

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

The system consists of two radar sensorseach located behind the rear wheelshidden behind the bumpers.

CAUTIONS

Do not place items such as bumperstickers in this area.

Repairs to these areas using bodyfiller will affect the performance of thesystem.

Detection limitations

There may be certain instances wherevehicles entering and exiting the blind spot

zones may not be detected.Instances which may causenon-detection:

Debris build up on the rear bumperpanels in the area of the sensors.

Certain manoeuvring of vehiclesentering and exiting the blind zone.

Vehicles passing through the blindzone at high speed.

Severe weather conditions.

Several vehicles passing through theblind zone following each otherclosely.

False alerts

Note: False alerts are temporary and willself correct.

There may be certain instances when thesystem will alert with no vehicle presentin the blind zone.

Circumstances where false alerts mayoccur:

Road guardrails.

Motorway concrete walls.

Construction areas.

Sharp turns around a building.

Bushes and trees.

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 remainuntil manually changed.

You can turn the system on and off usingthe information display. SeeInformation displays (page 82).

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GAUGES

Type 1

Information display. See Information displays (page 82).A

SpeedometerB

Engine coolant temperature gaugeC

Fuel gaugeD

TachometerE

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