2014 Ford C Max Owner's Manual

2014 Ford C Max owners manual
Year:
2014
Make:
Ford
Model:
C Max
Rating:
(6)

Online manual

Size:
8.06 MB

Table of Contents

Copyright ©
2
Introduction
9
About This Manual
9
Symbols Glossary
9
Data Recording
11
California Proposition 65
13
Perchlorate
13
Ford Credit
13
Replacement Parts Recommendation
13
Special Notices
14
Mobile Communications Equipment
14
Export Unique Options
15
Child Safety
16
General Information
16
Installing Child Seats
17
Booster Seats
23
Child Seat Positioning
25
Child Safety Locks
26
Safety Belts
28
Principle of Operation
28
Fastening the Safety Belts
29
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
31
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
32
Safety Belt Minder
32
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance
34
Personal Safety System™
35
Personal Safety System™
35
Supplementary Restraints System
36
Principle of Operation
36
Driver and Passenger Airbags
37
Front Passenger Sensing System
38
Side Airbags
40
Driver Knee Airbag
41
Safety Canopy™
41
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
43
Airbag Disposal
44
Keys and Remote Controls
45
General Information on Radio Frequencies
45
Remote Control
45
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
50
MyKey™
51
Principle of Operation
51
Creating a MyKey
52
Clearing All MyKeys
52
Checking MyKey System Status
52
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
53
MyKey Troubleshooting
54
Locks
57
Locking and Unlocking
57
Manual Liftgate
61
Power Liftgate
62
Security
65
Passive Anti-Theft System
65
Anti-Theft Alarm
66
Steering Wheel
67
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
67
Audio Control
67
Voice Control
68
Cruise Control
68
Information Display Control
68
Wipers and Washers
70
Windshield Wipers
70
Autowipers
70
Windshield Washers
71
Rear Window Wiper and Washers
72
Lighting
73
Lighting Control
73
Autolamps
73
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
74
Headlamp Exit Delay
75
Daytime Running Lamps
75
Front Fog Lamps
75
Direction Indicators
75
Interior Lamps
75
Ambient Lighting
77
Windows and Mirrors
78
Power Windows
78
Global Opening
79
Exterior Mirrors
79
Interior Mirror
81
Sun Visors
81
Sun Shades
81
Instrument Cluster
83
Gauges
83
Warning Lamps and Indicators
85
Audible Warnings and Indicators
89
Information Displays
90
General Information
90
Information Messages
100
Climate Control
107
Automatic Climate Control
107
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
109
Heated Windows and Mirrors
109
Cabin Air Filter
110
Remote Start
110
Seats
112
Sitting in the Correct Position
112
Head Restraints
112
Manual Seats
114
Power Seats
115
Rear Seats
117
Heated Seats
117
Rear Seat Armrest
118
Universal Garage Door Opener
119
Universal Garage Door Opener
119
Auxiliary Power Points
123
Auxiliary Power Points
123
Storage Compartments
125
Center Console
125
Overhead Console
125
Starting and Stopping the Engine
126
General Information
126
Ignition Switch
126
Keyless Starting
126
Starting a Gasoline Engine
127
Engine Block Heater
129
Unique Driving Characteristics
131
Hybrid Electric Vehicle
131
Fuel and Refueling
137
Safety Precautions
137
Fuel Quality
138
Running Out of Fuel
139
Refueling
140
Fuel Consumption
144
Emission Control System
145
High Voltage Battery
148
General Information
148
Charging the High Voltage Battery
150
High Voltage Battery Cut-Off Switch
153
Transmission
155
Automatic Transmission
155
Brakes
158
General Information
158
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
159
Parking Brake
159
Hill Start Assist
159
Traction Control
161
Principle of Operation
161
Using Traction Control
161
Stability Control
162
Principle of Operation
162
Using Stability Control
163
Parking Aids
164
Parking Aid
164
Active Park Assist
166
Rear View Camera
170
Cruise Control
173
Principle of Operation
173
Using Cruise Control
173
Driving Aids
175
Steering
175
Load Carrying
176
Rear Under Floor Storage
176
Luggage Covers
176
Load Limit
177
Towing
184
Towing a Trailer
184
Transporting the Vehicle
184
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
184
Driving Hints
186
Breaking-In
186
Economical Driving
186
Driving Through Water
187
Floor Mats
188
Roadside Emergencies
189
Roadside Assistance
189
Hazard Warning Flashers
190
Fuel Shutoff
190
Jump-Starting the Vehicle
190
Collision, Damage or Fire Event
193
Post-Crash Alert System
195
Customer Assistance
196
Getting the Services You Need
196
In California (U.S. Only)
197
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
198
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
198
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
199
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
200
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
200
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
201
Fuses
202
Fuse Specification Chart
202
Changing a Fuse
209
Maintenance
211
General Information
211
Opening and Closing the Hood
211
Under Hood Overview
212
Engine Oil Dipstick
214
Engine Oil Check
214
Engine Coolant Check
215
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
219
Brake Fluid Check
219
Power Steering Fluid Check
219
Washer Fluid Check
219
Fuel Filter
219
Changing the 12V Battery
220
Checking the Wiper Blades
221
Changing the Wiper Blades
221
Adjusting the Headlamps
223
Removing a Headlamp
224
Changing a Bulb
224
Bulb Specification Chart
229
Changing the Engine Air Filter
231
Vehicle Care
234
General Information
234
Cleaning Products
234
Cleaning the Exterior
234
Waxing
235
Cleaning the Engine
235
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
236
Cleaning the Interior
236
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
236
Cleaning Leather Seats
237
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
238
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels
238
Vehicle Storage
238
Wheels and Tires
241
Temporary Mobility Kit
241
Tire Care
247
Using Snow Chains
261
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
261
Technical Specifications
265
Capacities and Specifications
267
Engine Specifications
267
Motorcraft Parts
268
Vehicle Identification Number
269
Vehicle Certification Label
269
Transmission Code Designation
270
Technical Specifications
271
Audio System
274
General Information
274
Audio unit
275
Audio unit
277
Audio unit
279
Digital Radio
282
Satellite Radio
284
Audio Input Jack
287
USB Port
287
Media Hub
288
SYNC™
289
General Information
289
Using Voice Recognition
291
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
293
SYNC™ Applications and Services
304
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
310
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
318
MyFord Touch™
324
General Information
324
Settings
332
Entertainment
343
Phone
361
Electric Vehicle Information
366
Information
377
Climate
386
Navigation
389
Accessories
399
Accessories
399
Appendices
401
End User License Agreement
401
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)
416
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)
416
Scheduled Maintenance
419
General Maintenance Information
419
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
423
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
426
Scheduled Maintenance Record
429

FAQ about the 2014 Ford C Max Manual

What contains the 2014 C Max manual?

The Ford C Max owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Ford to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Ford C Max. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Ford C Max 2014 owner's manual:

  • Customer Assistance, with contact information for customer support
  • Do-it-Yourself (DIY) Maintenance, for basic maintenance tasks that Ford C Max owners can do
  • Maintenance for your Ford C Max, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks
  • Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues
  • A brief overview of the vehicle and specifications

Where to download the 2014 Ford C Max Owners Manual?

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Is the manual for the Ford C Max year 2014 free?

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The Ford C Max (2014) owner's manual is available in English?

Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2014 is available in English.

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