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2016 Ford C-MAX Hybrid/Energi

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 C-MAX Hybrid/Energi.

Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2016 Ford C-MAX Hybrid/Energi is EPA-rated at 41/36/39 mpg city/highway/combined.

Model year20162013

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy41/36/39 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI NS · 390 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI NS · 390 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225/50R17OEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length174 in
Overall width72 in
Overall height63.8 in
Wheelbase104.3 in
Curb weight3858 lb
Track (front / rear)60.6 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined41 / 36 / 39 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume100 cu ft
Cargo volume24 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity4.0-6.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts18
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts12.5
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4
Spark Plug ManufacturerMotorcraft
Spark Plug Gap.035 in
Spark Plug Torque11 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerMotorcraft
Spark Plug Gap.051 in
Spark Plug Torque9 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.62 lbs
Oil Capacity5.20 oz
Standard BCI Cranking Performance390 cca

Service checks

Residual Pressure51-65 Engine running psi
Intake Valve Lash0.008-0.012 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.012-0.016 in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 41; Rear: 21
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 129; Rear: 52 /; Front: 111; Rear: 66
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.059; Rear: 0.059 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: .906; Rear: .354
Maximum Rotor Runout.002

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
166
Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
159.0 ft. lbs., 9059 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

15.17 ft. lbs.5.17 ft. lbs
211.0 ft. lbs.11 ft. lbs
333.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
490 degrees90 degrees
590 degrees90 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 20,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Hybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Hybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)
Every 100,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miTransmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

What gas mileage does the C-MAX Hybrid/Energi get?

EPA figures are 41 city / 36 highway / 39 combined mpg.