Ford C-MAX Hybrid / Energi (2017 year). Manual - part 27

Dual Zone Temperature Control

Select a temperature for the passenger’s
side using the rotary control on the
passenger’s side. Single zone temperature
control automatically switches off. The
temperature on the driver’s side remains
unchanged. You can now adjust the driver’s
side and passenger’s side temperatures
independently. The display shows the
temperature settings for each side.

Smart Zone

If there is not an occupant in the front
passenger seat, the climate control system
may default to single zone in order to
improve fuel economy (if you were
previously in dual zone operation). When
this occurs, dual zone turns off and the
passenger set point changes to match the
driver's set point.

Press the dual zone button or adjust the
passenger set point normally if dual zone
operation is desired without a passenger
present. The system remains in dual zone
operation until you switch the vehicle off.

The Smart Zone feature can be disabled
(and re-enabled) by pressing and holding
the dual zone button. Both set point
displays begin flashing to signify that the
feature is disabled. The system returns to
previous state after the dual zone button
is released.

To re-enable the Smart Zone feature:
Press and hold the dual zone button for
more than four seconds. Only the driver's
set point display will begin flashing to
signify that the feature is re-enabled. The
climate control system returns to the
previous state after the dual zone button
is released.

HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE

General Hints

WARNING

Prolonged use of recirculated air may
cause the windows to fog up. If the
windows fog up, follow the settings

for demisting the windshield.

Note: You may feel a small amount of air
from the footwell air vents regardless of the
air distribution setting.

Note: To reduce humidity build-up inside
your vehicle, do not drive with the system
switched off or with recirculated air always
switched on.

Note: Do not place objects under the front
seats as this may interfere with the airflow
to the rear seats.

Note: Remove any snow, ice or leaves from
the air intake area at the base of the
windshield.

Note: To improve the time to reach a
comfortable temperature in hot weather,
drive with the windows open until you feel
cold air through the air vents.

Note: Clean the inside glass surfaces
regularly using recommended glass cleaner.
Small dirt particles on the glass may
increase the incidence of fog.

In mild weather, you can improve your fuel
economy when using the climate control
system by using outside air instead of air
conditioning:
•

Turn the temperature control knob so
the interior temperature is set to LO.

•

Set the air distribution to instrument
panel or floor (or both).

•

Press A/C to turn the air conditioning
off.

•

Press the recirculated air button so
fresh air enters the vehicle.

•

Press the fan button until the fan is at
its lowest setting.

Automatic Climate Control

Note:  Adjusting the settings when your
vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold is
not necessary.  The system automatically
adjusts to heat or cool the interior to your
selected temperature as quickly as possible.
For the system to function efficiently, the
instrument panel and side air vents should
be fully open.

Note: If you select AUTO during cold
outside temperatures, the system directs
airflow to the windshield and side window
vents. In addition, the fan may run at a
slower speed until the engine warms up.

Note: If you select AUTO during hot outside
temperatures, or when the inside of the
vehicle is hot, the system automatically uses
recirculated air to maximize interior cooling.
When the interior reaches the selected
temperature, the system automatically
switches to using outside air.

Heating the Interior Quickly

1.

Press the AUTO button.

2. Adjust the temperature control to the

desired setting.

Defrosting and Defogging the
Windows Quickly

Press the MAX defrost button.

Recommended Settings for
Heating

1.

Press the AUTO button.

2. Adjust the temperature control to the

desired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting
as necessary.

Cooling the Interior Quickly

Press the MAX A/C button.

Recommended Settings for
Cooling

1.

Press the AUTO button.

2. Adjust the temperature control to the

desired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting
as necessary.

Side Window Defogging in Cold
Weather

1.

Press the defrost and panel buttons.

2. Select A/C.

3. Adjust the temperature control to the

desired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting
as necessary.

4. Adjust the fan speed to a high speed

setting.

5. Direct the outer instrument panel air

vents toward the side windows.

6. To increase the airflow to the outer

instrument panel vents, close the air
vents in the middle of the instrument
panel and in the rear of the center
console.

HEATED WINDOWS AND
MIRRORS

Heated Rear Window

Note: Make sure the vehicle is running
before operating the heated windows.

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Press the button to clear the
heated rear window of thin ice
and fog.  The heated rear

window will automatically turn off after a
short period of time.

Note:  Do not use razor blades or other
sharp objects to clean or remove decals
from the inside of the heated rear window.
The vehicle warranty does not cover
damage caused to the heated rear window
grid lines.

Heated Exterior Mirrors

 (If Equipped)

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When you switch the heated rear
window on, the heated exterior
mirrors will automatically turn

on.

Note: Do not remove ice from the mirrors
with a scraper or adjust the mirror glass
when it is frozen in place.

Note: Do not clean the mirror housing or
glass with harsh abrasives, fuel or other
petroleum-based cleaning products.

CABIN AIR FILTER

The cabin air filter is under the instrument
panel in the passenger footwell area.

The system filters airborne particles such
as dust, spores and pollen in the air
supplied to and recirculated in the interior
of your vehicle.

Make sure you have a cabin air filter
installed at all times.  Running the system
without a filter in place could degrade or
damage the system.

Your vehicle cabin air filter gives you and
your passengers the following benefits:
•

It improves your driving comfort by
reducing particle concentration.

•

It improves the interior compartment
cleanliness.

•

It protects the climate control
components from particle deposits.

Change the air filter element at the proper
intervals.

For additional cabin air filter information,
or to replace the filter, see an authorized
dealer.

REMOTE START

 (If Equipped)

You can switch this feature on or off and
adjust the settings using the information
display.

The system adjusts the interior
temperature depending on your chosen
settings during remote start.

You cannot adjust the climate control
setting during remote start operation.
When you switch the ignition on, the
climate control system will return to the
previous settings.  You can now make
adjustments.

You can switch on certain
vehicle-dependent features when needed,
such as:
•

Heated seats.

•

Cooled seats.

•

Heated steering wheel.

•

Heated mirrors.

•

Heated rear window.

Automatic Settings

In hot weather, the system is set to 72°F
(22°C). The cooled seats are set to high
(if available, and selected to AUTO in the
information display).

In moderate weather, the system either
heats or cools (based on previous
settings). The rear defroster, heated
mirrors and heated or cooled seats do not
automatically turn on.

In cold weather, the system is set to 72°F
(22°C). The heated seats are set to high
(if available, and selected to AUTO in the
information display). The heated rear
window and heated mirrors automatically
turn on.

SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION

WARNINGS

Sitting improperly, out of position or
with the seatback reclined too far
can take weight off the seat cushion

and affect the decision of the passenger
sensing system, resulting in serious injury
or death in the event of a crash. Always sit
upright against your seat back, with your
feet on the floor.

Do not recline the seatback as this
can cause the occupant to slide
under the safety belt, resulting in

serious injury in the event of a crash.

Do not place objects higher than the
seatback to reduce the risk of serious
injury in the event of a crash or during

heavy braking.

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When you use them properly, the seat,
head restraint, safety belt and airbags will
provide optimum protection in the event
of a crash.

We recommend that you follow these
guidelines:
•

Sit in an upright position with the base
of your spine as far back as possible.

•

Do not recline the seatback more than
30 degrees.

•

Adjust the head restraint so that the
top of it is level with the top of your
head and as far forward as possible.
Make sure that you remain
comfortable.

•

Keep sufficient distance between
yourself and the steering wheel. We
recommend a minimum of 10 in
(25 cm) between your breastbone and
the airbag cover.

•

Hold the steering wheel with your arms
slightly bent.

•

Bend your legs slightly so that you can
press the pedals fully.

•

Position the shoulder strap of the
safety belt over the center of your
shoulder and position the lap strap
tightly across your hips.

Make sure that your driving position is
comfortable and that you can maintain full
control of your vehicle.

HEAD RESTRAINTS

WARNINGS

Fully adjust the head restraint before
you sit in or operate your vehicle. This
will help minimize the risk of neck

injury in the event of a crash. Do not adjust
the head restraint when your vehicle is
moving.

The head restraint is a safety device.
Whenever possible it should be
installed and properly adjusted when

the seat is occupied. An improperly
adjusted head restraint may not
adequately protect an occupant during an
impact from the rear.