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A few weeks ago, when I took my 2013 C-Max in for an oil change, the technician discovered a very slow transmission leak--apparently from a seal somewhere in the unit.  It wasn't so bad that fluid needed adding, but it did need to be repaired under the warranty.

Although I needed the vehicle for a few more weeks, I did take it in for the repair.  It was a big deal that took several days and involved removing the entire engine/drive train.  I had thought that it would be a more simple repair job involving a gasket replacement.

Anyway, it might be a good idea for C-Max owners to have the dealership check for any such transmission leaks before they become a serious problem.

Has anyone else been affected by this issue or was this a unique situation?

I had the rear main seal leaking. The Ford dealer found it when doing an oil change. They did have to remove the engine to repair. Put 5,000 miles on writhing two months. Took it in for an oil change (I know this is low mileage for oil change but I am old and continue in my old ways) they found the leak again from the rear main seal. My dealer gave me full blue book retail and then sold me a new Cmax for 10,000 of sticker ... he really wanted to get rid of inventory that had sat for over a year. I was more than happy, it was Kendal Ford Eugene Oregon ... great company.

Ford extended the warranty I believe to 5 years. Memory not so hot so may be wrong but worth a look.

Needed the rear quarter panel replaced 2013 CMAX ruby red. Dealer did great work but it did cost $5000.00

Did not know CMAX showed oil life left on any screen. I do run the VHR. Where can I see this info?

Thank you

At 4000 miles per set I don’t think brand would make a bit of difference. I would take it to another Ford dealership. No question there is a major problem.

Do these blind the driver coming tward you?

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Look in the owners manual to see the fuses controling the radio. My 2015 SEL has two. Pull the fuses then wait a few minutes and put them back in. Works for me every time.

Had my entertainment system quit. Took out and reinserted the fuses. Worked for me but I decided while under warranty to get 3.10 installed. First trip in they could not get the update to complete after two attemps. Made another appointment. They said they would have to take it out yo repair it. Took it back and after 3 hours they got it to work. I am sure they didnt remove anything. Glad for this forum. How would you ever know there was an update so thanks.

I had this happen yesterday. Maps would not work music norhing. Did three resets no help. Yurned the car off and let it sit. Still no help. Screen went black then all lit up but nothing worked. Was ready to pull the fuse. Restarted the car once more and everything works. Strange.

There is a tsb concerning the air freezing up when the air has been on an hour or so. Just took it with a copy of the tsb I found on line that said the problem could not be duplicated but fix it. Then gave the steps. Had mine fixed. Works great now. The TSB is 14-0220. Sorry I dont have a copy. Good luck.

Ford Navigation problem and Ford interpretation of ESP.

I agree, I would be angry as well. Buying the ESP you expect to be covered. The finace guy when writing the deal may have led you to blieve you were safe because you were covered.

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My 2015 had creases that you knew were going to crack the dealer tried taking the seat cushion and adjusting the foam. This was done after sending photo to Ford. Did not fix the problem The dealer took photos again sent photos. Within a few minutes Ford agreed and sent a new seat cusion. Under warranty the car had about 18k and far less than 36 months.I do not have photo. Ford took great care in solving my problem. Also have a great dealer.

That's just wrong. Seems like use it to sell it then drop it. I do not use the service after the triql ended however I have thought maybe the price would drop not the service

I live in Oregon. Lots of rain. Happens fairly often. I clean the sensors off mainly the front bumpers. This fixes it tillmthe next time

My experience driving steep mountain passes on the interstste with cruise on at the exact time the battery shows a full charge there is a very loud noise similsar to an engine at very high rpm. My understnding is this is normal. It will happen every time comming down steep grade with or without grade assisit but always with cruisevset.

Your statement is very confusing.  For clarity, I monitor rpm of ICE, the generator, and the motor all the time with ForScan.  When ICE is off (rpm = 0), the motor and generator spin at the same rpm whether the battery is full or not in my 2013 and assume the same in all C-Maxs.  That's the way the planetary gear system works.  One does not hear the generator spin when the HVB is full especially if it sounds like ICE going to redline. ;)  

 

ICE will spin when coasting if the HVB is full just like ICE in a "normal" car will do. The purpose of spinning ICE is to provide normal engine braking because engine braking can no longer be done with the traction motor (via regenerative braking) since the HVB is full.  One would have to be going very fast to have the engine near red line. 

 

If you have grade assist on going down a hill, ICE will spin if speed begins to increase and cannot be controlled by regenerative braking (either max regeneration is reached or HVB is full).  ICE rpm will vary (increase / decrease or shut down) to help maintain speed.  This is where ICE rpm can increase significantly if the hill is steep and can be heard. I have never seen grade assist use the friction brake to maintain speed.  The driver assumes such responsibility.

 

Bottom line: I'm not sure what you are trying to say with repect to the sound the OP is hearing.  The only time ICE spins more than what one would expect and may approach redline is when grade assist is being used.  The HVB does not have to be full for ICE to increase rpm to assist in maintaining speed (not speeding up) when going down hill using grade assist.

Your statement is very confusing.  For clarity, I monitor rpm of ICE, the generator, and the motor all the time with ForScan.  When ICE is off (rpm = 0), the motor and generator spin at the same rpm whether the battery is full or not in my 2013 and assume the same in all C-Maxs.  That's the way the planetary gear system works.  One does not hear the generator spin when the HVB is full especially if it sounds like ICE going to redline. ;)  

 

ICE will spin when coasting if the HVB is full just like ICE in a "normal" car will do. The purpose of spinning ICE is to provide normal engine braking because engine braking can no longer be done with the traction motor (via regenerative braking) since the HVB is full.  One would have to be going very fast to have the engine near red line. 

 

If you have grade assist on going down a hill, ICE will spin if speed begins to increase and cannot be controlled by regenerative braking (either max regeneration is reached or HVB is full).  ICE rpm will vary (increase / decrease or shut down) to help maintain speed.  This is where ICE rpm can increase significantly if the hill is steep and can be heard. I have never seen grade assist use the friction brake to maintain speed.  The driver assumes such responsibility.

 

Bottom line: I'm not sure what you are trying to say with repect to the sound the OP is hearing.  The only time ICE spins more than what one would expect and may approach redline is when grade assist is being used.  The HVB does not have to be full for ICE to increase rpm to assist in maintaining speed (not speeding up) when going down hill using grade assist.

Hi Is the battery full. If you have a full battery the engine will sound like its going to red line when in fact the generator is spinning and no fuel is being used.

I have a 2015 SEL and it works great. I'm sure you have unpaired and reinstalled the phone. Let us know if they figure it out.

Mine has always worked perfectly. When I use it I raise my foot with a slight swing. If I have the hatch open I have never had it come down. I have it open when I vac and clean with my feet moving deck and forth. I do not think any measure needs to be taken. Enjoy the convenience without worry.

We know of the site you mentioned. Not what the poster was looking for. The Ford rep corrected the link for the site she was telling him to check out and see the sync 2 is still on thier radar when in fact that site lists nothing nut sync 3.

I had to update my 2013 from the link you used. Waited for Ford to put my car on thier list for quite some time. The rep watching this site had me send the vin number etc. which did no good at all. Glad I had the link. Purchased a 2015. Wish I had gotten the 2016 with new system. Oh well

You are correct. There is not one vehicle older than 2016 so it is all about the new version. Odd that you would have been sent to that site to show you sync 2 was supported. And by the technology team.

Hi. You can really negotiate with Sirius. Tell them you want to cancell. They will pass you to a retention specialist. I now pay $25 for five months. Tell them what you think the service is worth. Takes less than five minutes. Good luck.

does that plastic trim come off without a special tool for clips or?