F-MAX-USER MANUAL-FULL BOOK-ENGLISH

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE

Questions and Remedies

FAULT

CAUSE AND REMEDY

ENGINE IS OVERHEATING

Coolant level is low. Top up. An object may be blocking the front of the radiator. Please check. Radiator cores may be dirty. Clean the radiator. Water pump belt adjustment is faulty Have them inspected. Exhaust systemmay be clogged, have it inspected. Thermostat is faulty. Check it (and replace it, if necessary). Water pump is faulty. Have it inspected by an authorized dealership. Engine compression level is low. Have them inspected. Air filter may be contaminated. Clean or replace. Incorrect valve adjustment Contact an authorized dealer. Air filter may be contaminated. Clean or replace. Intake manifold or exhaust systemmay be clogged. Have them inspected. Compression may be too low. Cylinder head gasket leaks. Incorrect valve adjustment or valves faulty Engine worn. Drive to an authorized dealer and have the necessary inspections performed. Turbo unit is faulty Drive to an authorized dealer. Air leak on the Intercooler and / or hose connections. Inspect the hose and clamps. Breakage of the diesel particulate filter (Euro-6 vehicles)

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BLACKSMOKE FROM THE EXHAUST

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