Are there any problems with the Ford Smax?

The rear one does work for one sweep with t… Hi, our Ford Smax was in the Ford garage last week to get the air conditioning fixed but whilest there it apparently got… Passenger side front and back locks aren’t working with the remote control.

What does the exclamation mark mean on a Ford’s Max?

The Ford S-Max powertrain warning light means there’s a fault in the engine, transmission or drivetrain. The cog containing an exclamation mark is a non-specific light meaning that diagnostic equipment is required to read fault codes. The powertrain warning light may illuminate along with the engine light.

What does the red warning light mean on a Ford’s Max?

The Ford S-Max battery warning light is one of the more urgent warnings and requires immediate action if driving. The red battery light means there’s a fault in the charging circuit. When battery charge is exhausted, the engine may shut off.

Why is my Ford’s Max not working?

The Ford S-Max blind spot monitoring system alerts the drive is a vehicle is detected in a lane that you intend on moving into. If the system is not operating as expected, it could be due to a sensor being blocked or damaged. Sensors are located on each side or the rear bumper.

What does the malfunction light mean on a Ford’s Max?

The Engine malfunction message would come up on the dash board together with the skid marks light. Once the car was stopped and started again the car would be back to normal. I was told by a couple of garages, including Ford Dealer that it required a new turbo, because the vanes were sticking.

Why does my s Max engine cut out?

Ford Galaxy (Mk II) and Ford S-Max (Facelift) diesel models are fitted with this commonly failing ECU. Malfunction of this engine ECU begins intermittently causing the vehicle to cut out almost as soon as the engine has started.

What’s the skid mark light on my s Max?

A few months back my S-Max started developing a fault where complete boost would be lost. The Engine malfunction message would come up on the dash board together with the skid marks light. Once the car was stopped and started again the car would be back to normal.

How to find DTC on Ford’s Max club?

First things first, do the trip computer test to find out if you have any obvious error codes. If you have the OK (left right up down) steering wheel, turn the engine off, press and hold OK then turn the key to position 2 and hold, this will get you in test mode, then press OK repeatedly to go through the menus and find DTC.

Is the Ford’s Max a good car?

The Ford S-Max is a great car for people who have a large family, but dont like the idea of driving a traditional MPV. Its sleek lines give it a sportier look, while its precise steering helps to offer a better experience than many family cars can manage.

How does the off side DRL work on a Ford’s Max?

When turned on both tail lights work and the off side drl remains bright yet the near side dims to side light setting. Off side tail light stays on when lights are turned off. When lights are turned on both tail lights work and the off sid…

Why does my Ford s-Max smell like exhaust?

Hi, i just bought Ford S-max CDTI Zetec, Its AC/ Heater is not working and i can smell like fumes, which make my eyes bu… On rare/random occasions the exhaust noise increases significantly. It sounds like there is a hole in the exhaust.

How to fix stop lamp on Ford’s Max?

1. Remove the high mounted stoplamp (two screws). 2. Remove the upper part of the liftgate trim panel. 3. Locate and cut the high mounted stoplamp wiring loom. Close the tailgate. Remove and discard the high mounted stoplamp wiring loom. 4. Install a new high mounted stoplamp wiring loom. Open the tailgate.

Where is the central locking wire on a Ford s-Max?

To get to the wire he had pull back the wiring housing located between the door and the front end of the car. The wire had come apart from the connector at the point it re-entered the front end of the car. (hope that makes sense?) I only saw the broken connector, not the the actual point the wire reconnects.

Is there a problem with the central locking on my s Max?

Have just had exactly the same problem in 2020 and will get the connector on the wiring loom explored where the drivers door is. In my case the window stopped then started after I opened and slammed close the drivers door, then shortly afterwards the central locking on drivers side rear and front stopped locking as well as the windows.

Are there any problems with the Ford Smax?