Ford S MAX Warning Messages

Ford S MAX Warning Messages

Ford S MAX Information Warning Light The Ford S-Max information warning light illuminates on the dashboard when a message is ready to read. The warning light may illuminate in amber or red depending on how urgent the message is. The red symbol indicates urgent messages. Detailed below are all possible Ford S-Max information and warning messages. Warning messages may vary depending on your location. A warning message may come on along with a warning light.


Warning MessageAction
Active Park Assist
Active Park FaultThe system has malfunctioned.Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Adaptive Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise MalfunctionThe system has malfunctioned.Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Adaptive Cruise Not AvailableThe system is not available.
Adaptive Cruise Not Available Sensor Blocked See ManualThe radar has reduced visibility. Clean the radar located on the front grille of the vehicle.
Normal Cruise Active Automatic Braking Turned OffYou have switched normal cruise control on. Adaptive braking turns off.
Front Sensor Not AlignedThe system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Adaptive Cruise - Driver Resume ControlThe adaptive cruise has reinstated controls to the driver.
Adaptive Cruise Speed Too Low to ActivateYour vehicle speed is too slow to activate the adaptive cruise.
Adaptive Cruise Shift DownThe adaptive cruise is adjusting the gap distance. Shift into a lower gear.
Airbag
Occupant Sensor BLOCKED Remove Objects Near Passenger SeatThe system has malfunctioned due to a blocked sensor. Remove blockage.
Alarm
Vehicle Alarm To Stop Alarm, Start Vehicle.Alarm triggered due to unauthorized entry.
All-Wheel Drive
AWD Temporarily DisabledThe system temporarily turns off to protect itself from overheating.
AWD OFFThe system temporarily turns off to protect itself from overheating or if you are using the temporary spare tire.
AWD RestoredThe system resumes normal function and clears this message after driving a short distance with the road tire re-installed or after the system cools.
AWD Malfunction Service RequiredThe system is not properly operating. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.


Automatic Engine ShutdownAction
Engine Shuts Off In {seconds to shut off:#0} SecondsThe engine is getting ready to shut off.
Engine Shut Off For Fuel EconomyThe engine has shut off to help increase fuel economy.
Engine Shuts Off in {seconds to shut off:#0} Seconds Press Ok to OverrideThe engine is getting ready to shut off. You can press OK on the left steering wheel button to override the shut down.
Automatic High Beam Control
Front Camera Low Visibility Clean ScreenThe camera has reduced visibility. Clean the windshield. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. Clean the area at the top center of the windshield.
Front Camera Temporarily Not AvailableThe camera has malfunctioned. Wait a short period of time for the camera to cool down. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. Camera can overheat due to vehicle being left in the sun on hot days.
Front Camera Malfunction Service RequiredThe camera has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Auto-Start-Stop
Auto Start Stop Press Brake to Start EngineThe system needs to restart the engine but requires your confirmation. Press the brake pedal to restart the engine.
Auto Start Stop Press Clutch to Start EngineThe system needs to restart the engine but requires your confirmation. Press the clutch pedal to restart the engine.
Auto Start Stop Press a Pedal to Start EngineThe system needs to restart the engine but requires your confirmation. Press any pedal to restart the engine.
Auto Start Stop Select Neutral To Start EngineThe system needs to restart the engine but requires your confirmation. Shift into neutral (N) to restart the engine.
Auto Start Stop Shift to P, then Restart EngineThe system needs to restart the engine but requires your confirmation. Shift into park (P) to restart the engine.
Auto Start Stop Manual Restart RequiredThe system is not functioning. Restart the engine.
Auto Start Stop Not AvailableThe system is not available.
Auto Start Stop Malfunction Service RequiredThe system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert Systems
Blind spot System FaultThe system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Blind spot Not Available Sensor Blocked See ManualThe system sensors are blocked. The blind spot sensors are located on each corner or the rear bumper.
Vehicle Coming From LeftThe system detects a vehicle.
Vehicle Coming From RightThe system detects a vehicle.
Cross Traffic Not Available Sensor Blocked See ManualThe system sensors are blocked.
Cross Traffic System FaultThe system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.


Brake System
Check Brake SystemThe system has malfunctioned.Stop your vehicle in a safe place.Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Diesel Engine
Engine Warming Please Wait {seconds:00} secIn extremely cold weather, typically below -15°F (-26°C) and if the engine block heater is not utilized, the engine does not respond to accelerator pedal movement for 30 seconds. This restriction allows the engine to circulate the oil properly in order to avoid engine damage.
Doors and Locks
Driver Door Ajar
Passenger Door Ajar
Rear Left Door Ajar
Rear Right Door Ajar
Liftgate Ajar
The door listed is not completely closed.
Trunk AjarThe luggage compartment is not completely closed.
Hood AjarThe hood is not completely closed.
Switches Inhibited Security ModeThe system has disabled the door switches.
Child Lock Malfunction Service RequiredThe system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Driver Alert
Driver Alert Warning Rest NowTake a break due to low alertness levels.
Driver Alert Warning Rest SuggestedWe recommend that you take a break due to low alertness levels.
Electric Parking Brake
Park Brake Malfunction Service NowThe system has malfunctioned.Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Park Brake Not Released
Release Park Brake
The electric parking brake has not released. Manually release the electric parking brake. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Park Brake Not AppliedThe electric parking brake has not applied. Apply the electric parking brake. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Park Brake System OverheatedThe electric parking brake has overheated. Wait for the electric parking brake to cool down.
Park Brake Limited Function Service RequiredThe electric parking brake has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Park Brake Use Switch to ReleaseThe electric parking brake has not automatically released. Manually release the electric parking brake.
To Release: Press Brake and SwitchYou have not pressed the brake pedal. Press the brake pedal to release the electric parking brake.
Park Brake AppliedThe electric parking brake is applied.
Park Brake ReleasedThe electric parking brake is released.
Engine
Engine Coolant Over TemperatureDisplays when the engine temperature is too high. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so, switch the engine off and allow it to cool. Check coolant level and top up if required. On continue driving if warning light goes off. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Reduced Engine PowerThe engine has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Stop Safely NowThe engine has malfunctioned. Stop your vehicle as soon as possible. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.


Fuel System
Fuel Level LowAn early reminder of a low fuel condition.
Check Fuel Fill InletThe fuel fill inlet / gas cap may not be properly closed.
Fuel Pressure LowThe system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Water in Fuel Drain FilterThe system detects there is excess water in the fuel filter. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Fuel Door OpeningWait for up to 15 seconds if the fuel system depressurizes.
Fuel Door OpenThe fuel system has finished depressurizing and you can begin to refuel.
Close Fuel DoorA reminder to close the fuel door.
Refuel Error See ManualThere is an error in attempting to refill your vehicle.
Hill Start Assist
Hill Start Assist Not AvailableThe system is not available. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Lane Keeping System
Lane Keeping Sys. Malfunction Service RequiredThe system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Front Camera Low Visibility Clean ScreenThe camera has reduced visibility. Clean the windshield. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Front Camera Malfunction Service RequiredThe camera has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Front Camera Temporarily Not AvailableThe camera has malfunctioned. Wait a short period of time for the camera to cool down. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Keep Hands on Steering WheelThe system requests you to keep your hands on the steering wheel.
Maintenance
Oil Level Low Add OilThe engine oil level is low. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the engine oil level. If the message continues to appear or the low oil warning light stays on, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Low Engine Oil PressureThe engine oil pressure is low. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the engine oil level. If oil level is sufficient or the warning message remains lit after adding oil, do not continue driving.
Change Engine Oil SoonThe engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. Arrange engine service.
Oil Change RequiredThe oil life left is at 0%. Arrange engine service immediately.
Brake Fluid Level LowThe brake fluid level is low or the brake system has malfunctioned. Check brake fluid level. If level is sufficient, have vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Power Reduced to Lower Engine TempThe engine has reduced power to help reduce high engine temperature.
Transport Mode Contact DealerTransport mode is on. This may not allow some features to properly operate. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. Transport mode is a system that reduces the electrical load on the battery when the vehicle is parked. If your Ford C-Max remains in Transport Mode, to get out of Transport Mode:
1. Turn key to 'on' position.
2. Wait for chimes to stop.
3. Depress brake pedal 5 times.
4. Turn four-way flashers on 5 times.
5. Horn will honk when out of transport mode.
6. Ensure this is completed within 10 seconds.
Factory Mode Contact DealerFactory mode is on. This may not allow some features to properly operate. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. Factory mode is used inside Ford factory for vehicle testing.


MyKey
MyKey not CreatedThe system fails to create a MyKey.
MyKey Active Drive SafelyYou are using a MyKey.
Speed Limited to {MyKey limit ##0} km/h
Speed Limited to {MyKey limit ##0} mph
MyKey speed limit is on.
Check Speed Drive SafelyYou are using a MyKey and the MyKey speed limit is on.
Near Vehicle Top SpeedYou are using a MyKey and your vehicle speed is approaching the MyKey speed limit.
Vehicle at Top Speed of MyKey SettingYou have reached the MyKey speed limit.
Buckle Up to Unmute AudioYou are using a MyKey and your seat belt is not fastened. Fasten your seat belt to unmute audio.
Parking Aid
Check Front Park Aid
Check Rear Park Aid
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Pre-Collision Assist
Pre-Collision Assist Not AvailableThe system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Pre-Collision Assist Not Available Sensor BlockedThe system sensors are blocked. The system uses the camera located at the top center of the windshield and the radar located on the front grille. Keeps these areas clear of obstructions.
Remote Control
Key Battery Low Replace SoonThe key battery is low. Change the battery as soon as possible.
Seats
Memory Recall Not Permitted While DrivingMemory seats are not available when driving.
Memory {0} SavedDisplays where you have saved your memory setting.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (AdBlue) Level
AdBlue Low Range XXXX km / mi Refill Soon
AdBlue® Low No engine start in XXXX km / mi
Refill the diesel exhaust fluid tank as soon as possible.
AdBlue® level empty. Refill to start engineThe diesel exhaust fluid tank is empty. Refill the diesel exhaust fluid tank. The minimum AdBlue refill quantity required to restart the engine is 1.3 gal (5 L).
AdBlue® System No engine start in XXXX km / mi
AdBlue® System Fault Service required
AdBlue® System Service required to start engine
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Stability Control
Service AdvanceTracThe system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Starting System
Full Accessory Power ActiveDisplays if you switch the ignition on and do not start the engine.
To START Press BrakeA reminder to press the brake pedal when starting your vehicle.
To START Press ClutchA reminder to press the clutch pedal when starting your vehicle.
To START Press Brake and ClutchA reminder to press the brake and clutch pedals when starting your vehicle.
Cranking Time ExceededDisplays if your vehicle fails to start.
No Key DetectedThe system does not detect a valid passive key inside your vehicle.
Starting System FaultThe system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Restart Now or Key is NeededDisplays if you switch the engine off and the system does not detect a valid passive key inside your vehicle.
Engine Start Pending Please WaitThe starter is attempting to start your vehicle.
Pending Start CancelledThe system has cancelled the pending start.


Steering System
Steering Loss Stop SafelyThe system has malfunctioned. Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Steering Fault Service Now
Steering Assist Fault Service Required
Steering Lock Malfunction Service Now
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Tire Pressure LowOne or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure.
Tire Pressure Monitor FaultThe system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Tire Pressure Sensor FaultThe system has malfunctioned or the spare tire is in use. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Towing
Trailer Sway Reduce SpeedYour trailer sway control has detected trailer sway. Reduce your speed.
Tow Bar Unlocked Towing Prohibited See ManualSwivel the tow ball arm again. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Tow Bar Fault Towing Prohibited Service RequiredThe system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Tow Bar Not Activated Start Engine and RetryThe vehicle battery may not have a full charge. Start the engine, and then swivel the tow ball arm. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Tow Bar Extended Check Trailer WiringCheck the trailer wiring. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Traction Control
Spinout Detected Hazards ActivatedA spinout has occurred and the hazard flashers are on.
Transmission
Transmission Malfunction Service Now
Transmission Service Required
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Transmission Over Temperature Stop Safely
Transmission Overheating Stop Safely
Transmission Too Hot Press Brake
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so, switch the engine off and allow the transmission to cool.If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Transmission Limited Function See ManualThe transmission has limited functionality. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Transmission Warming Up Please WaitDisplays at low outside temperatures, if it takes a few seconds for the transmission to engage a gear. Fully press the brake pedal until the message disappears from the information display.
Transmission Not in ParkA reminder to shift into park (P).
Press Brake PedalPress the brake pedal to unlock the transmission.
Transmission AdaptModeThe transmission is adjusting the shift strategy.
Transmission AdjustedThe transmission has adjusted the shift strategy.
Transmission IndicatMode Lockup OnThe transmission is locked.
Transmission IndicatMode Lockup OffThe transmission is unlocked.
Park Will Engage at Low SpeedThe transmission prepares to shift into park (P) when you reach a certain speed.
Stay in Neutral Mode Press Brake to Unlock ShifterPress the brake pedal to unlock the transmission.
Select S to confirm Stay in Neutral ModeDisplays when you shift into neutral (N).
Sport Not Available in Selected GearThe transmission cannot shift into sport (S) in the current gear.
Invalid Gear SelectionDisplays when you shift into an invalid gear at a certain speed.

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