Ford C-MAX Hybrid / Energi (2017 year). Manual - part 47

- 1200 = - 240 pounds. No, you do
not have enough cargo capacity
to carry that much weight. In
metric units, the calculation would
be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99
kilograms) - (12 x 45 kilograms) =
635 - 198 - 540 = -103 kilograms.
You will need to reduce the load
weight by at least 240 pounds
(104 kilograms). If you remove
three 100-pound (45-kilogram)
cement bags, then the load
calculation would be:1400 - (2 x
220) - (9 x 100) = 1400 - 440 -
900 = 60 pounds. Now you have
the load capacity to transport the
cement and your friend home. In
metric units, the calculation would
be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99
kilograms) - (9 x 45 kilograms) =
635 - 198 - 405 = 32 kilograms.

The above calculations also
assume that the loads are
positioned in your vehicle in a
manner that does not overload
the front or the rear gross axle
weight rating specified for your
vehicle on the Safety Compliance
Certification label.

Special Loading Instructions
for Owners of Pick-up Trucks
and Utility-type Vehicles

WARNING

Loaded vehicles may handle
differently than unloaded

vehicles. Take extra precautions,
such as slower speeds and
increased stopping distance, when
driving a heavily loaded vehicle.

TOWING A TRAILER

WARNING

Your vehicle is not approved
for trailer towing. Never tow

a trailer with your vehicle.

TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS

Emergency Towing

WARNING

If your vehicle has a steering wheel
lock make sure the ignition is in the
accessory or on position when being

towed.

If your vehicle becomes inoperable
(without access to wheel dollies,
car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transport
vehicle), it can be flat-towed (all wheels
on the ground, regardless of the powertrain
and transmission configuration) under the
following conditions:
•

Tow only in the forward direction.

•

The transmission in position N. If you
cannot move the transmission into N,
you may need to override it.  See
Automatic Transmission (page 159).

•

Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).

•

Maximum distance is 50 miles (80
kilometers).

Recreational Towing

Note:  Put your climate control system in
recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust
fumes from entering the vehicle.  See
Climate Control (page 109).

Follow these guidelines if you have a need
for recreational (RV) towing. An example
of recreational towing would be towing
your vehicle behind a motorhome. We
designed these guidelines to prevent
damage to your transmission.

You can tow your vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground or with the front
wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly.
If you are using a tow dolly follow the
instructions specified by the equipment
provider.

If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground:
•

Tow only in the forward direction.

•

Release the parking brake.

•

Shift the transmission into N.

Vehicles with Push Button Start

1.

Start the vehicle by pressing the brake
pedal, and then pressing the ENGINE
START/STOP button until the vehicle
starts.

2. Press the brake pedal and shift the

transmission into position N.

3. Turn the vehicle off by pressing the

ENGINE START/STOP button once.
(Trip Summary appears in the left
instrument cluster screen when the
vehicle is off.)

Note: You can remove the key fob from the
vehicle while towing.

Vehicles with Ignition Key

1.

Start the vehicle by pressing the brake
pedal, and then turning the ignition key
until the vehicle starts.

2. Press the brake pedal and shift the

transmission into position N.

3. Turn the vehicle off by turning the

ignition key past the accessory position.
The key position is between the
accessory and off positions.  See
Ignition Switch (page 129). (Trip
Summary appears in the left
instrument cluster screen when the
vehicle is off.)

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with an
ignition key, you cannot remove the key from
the ignition cylinder when the transmission
is in position N and the vehicle is off.

All Vehicles

•

Do not exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).

•

Place the transmission in position P,
start the vehicle, and allow the engine
to run for one minute at the beginning
of each day (you may need to press the
accelerator pedal in order to start the
engine). After allowing the vehicle to
run, place the transmission back into
position N and the ignition in the off
position.

Note: A SHIFT TO PARK or
TRANSMISSION NOT IN PARK message
may appear in the information display when
the transmission is in position N and the
ignition is in the off position.

BREAKING-IN

You need to break in new tires for
approximately 300 mi (480 km). During
this time, your vehicle may exhibit some
unusual driving characteristics. The engine
also needs to break in. Avoid hard
accelerations and driving too fast for the
first 1,000 mi (1,600 km). If possible, avoid
carrying heavy loads up steep grades
during the break-in period.

ECONOMICAL DRIVING

Your fuel economy depends on:
•

How you drive your vehicle.

•

How you maintain your vehicle.

•

The conditions you drive your vehicle
in.

You may improve your fuel economy by
keeping these in mind:
•

Drive your vehicle at reasonable
speeds. Traveling at 65 mph
(105 km/h) uses about 15% less fuel
than traveling at 75 mph (121 km/h).

•

Drive at steady speeds without
stopping.

•

Anticipate stops. Slowing down your
vehicle may eliminate the need to stop.

•

Keep the tires properly inflated and use
only the recommended size.

•

Switch off the heater if you do not need
it.  When you have the heater on, keep
it at the lowest blower and
temperature setting necessary to be
comfortable.

•

When it is cold outside, park in a sunny
location or a climate-controlled
environment.  This may save fuel by
reducing the energy needed to heat the
cabin.

•

Switch off the air conditioning if you do
not need it.  When you have the air
conditioning on, keep it at the lowest
blower and highest temperature
setting necessary to be comfortable.

•

When it is hot or sunny outside, parking
in a shaded or climate-controlled
environment will save fuel by reducing
the energy needed to cool the cabin.

•

For Plug-In Hybrid vehicles, use
preconditioning to improve your fuel
economy.  See High Voltage Battery
(page 151).

•

Switch off the heated seats if you are
not using them.

•

Switch off the defroster when you no
longer need it for visibility.

•

For Plug-In Hybrid vehicles, plug in and
recharge the high voltage battery
whenever possible.

•

Use ECO Cruise Control, especially in
hilly terrain.  See Cruise Control (page
177).

•

Shift into low gear (L) when enhanced
engine braking is needed.  Otherwise,
use drive gear (D) shift position.

•

Combine errands and minimize
stop-and-go driving. A warmed up
engine works more efficiently. When
running errands, go to the farthest
destination first and then work your
way back home.

•

Close the windows for high-speed
driving.

•

Use the recommended engine oil.  See
Capacities and Specifications (page
282).

•

Perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance.  See Scheduled
Maintenance (page 441).

•

Use the coach and brake coach display
to get feedback on your economical
drive style.  See Information Displays
(page 92).