If your Ford B-Max has a humming noise at high speed, it can be distracting and, depending on the cause, dangerous. We’ve outlined the most common reasons why a humming noise in your car gets louder with speed. We’ve also provided an audio sample of each issue to help determine …
Read More »Ford B-Max Air Conditioner Not Working: Causes + Fix
If your Ford B-Max’s AC system is not working, it can be uncomfortable and downright dangerous on a hot day. There are A LOT of issues that can cause your car’s air conditioner to fail. This article is broken down into these three sections to help save you time repairing …
Read More »Ford B-Max Dash Light Flicker and No Start: How to Fix
Dash lights flickering and failure to start is a very common issue that can happen to the Ford B-Max. While your first impulse may be to think that there is something wrong with your car’s starter (and it is possible), it’s usually caused by an issue with the battery or …
Read More »Ford B-Max P0324: Meaning, Causes, + Likely Fix
P0324 is a common OBD2 trouble code. It indicates that there is an issue with your Ford B-Max’s knock control system. While P0324 is a generic code, repair steps will vary depending on your B-Max’s engine type and model year. However, some basic steps can be followed to help diagnose …
Read More »Ford B-Max P0193: Symptoms, Causes, & Likely Fixes
P0193 is a generic OBD-II code that can occur in the Ford B-Max. It indicates that your B-Max’s fuel rail pressure sensor is sending a signal to the PCM that is above its normal operating range (in terms of voltage value). While P0193 is a generic code (it has the …
Read More »Ford B-Max P0705: Meaning, Causes, & Diagnosis
P0705 is a very common transmission-related trouble code that can occur in the Ford B-Max. In layman’s terms, it means that your B-Max can’t tell what gear you’ve selected, which can have some real consequences on how it drives. It’s most likely caused by a bad Transmission Range Sensor (TRS), …
Read More »Ford B-Max P1450: Symptoms, Causes, & Likely Fix
P1450 is a manufacturer-specific trouble code. In the case of Ford-made vehicles (such as the Ford B-Max), it indicates that the pressure in the fuel tank is not bleeding up to the engine. This code is very common, and not a breakdown risk when it appears by itself. Far and …
Read More »Ford B-Max: DRL Warning Light On – Causes + Fix
Daytime running lights (or DRL) are specialized lights that come on when your Ford B-Max’s regular headlights are turned off. Their purpose is to make it easier for other drivers to see you, theoretically decreasing the odds of getting into an accident. If your B-Max’s DRL warning light is on, …
Read More »Ford B-Max P2279 Code: Meaning, Causes, and Diagnosis
P2279 is a generic OBD-II code. It indicates there is a vacuum leak coming from your Ford B-Max’s air intake system. While P2279 is a generic code (it has the same definition for the B-Max as it would any other vehicle made after 1996), repair steps will vary based on …
Read More »Ford B-Max P0605: Meaning, Causes, + Fix
P0605 is a relatively rare OBD-II trouble code that can occur in the Ford B-Max. It indicates that PCM (powertrain control module) is not passing its ROM (read-only memory) self-test when you turn the ignition on. While P0605 is a generic code (it has the same meaning for any car …
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