2010 FORD KUGA key

Key-in-ignition
Except vehicles with keyless entry
A warning tone will sound when the
driver’s door is opened if:
•
the key is in the ignition.
Vehicles with keyless entry
A warning tone will sound when the
driver’s door is opened if:
• the ignition is still on
• the spare key is in the ignition.
Lights on
A warning chime will sound if the driver’s
door is opened with the exterior lights
switched on and the ignition switched off.
Low fuel
A warning chime will sound at the
following ranges: 80 km (50 miles), 40 km
(25 miles), 20 km (12 miles), 0 km (0
miles).
Seat belt reminder
See Seat belt reminder (page 24).
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Instruments

Doors open
Action
Warning lamp
Message
Vehicle is moving. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and close.
red
Driver door open
Vehicle is moving. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and close.
red
Driver side rear door open
Vehicle is moving. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and close.
red
Passenger door open
Vehicle is moving. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and close.
red
Passenger side rear door open
Vehicle is moving. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and close.
red
Luggage comp. open
Vehicle is moving. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and close.
red
Bonnet open
Vehicle not moving. Close.
amber
Door ajar close door
Keyless system Action
Warning lamp
Message
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.
red
Immobiliser malfunction
You willONLYbe able restart
your vehicle up to a maximum of
five times or for a period of up to
56 hours after which the vehicle
cannot be started. Have the
system checked by a properly
trained technician as soon as
possible.
red
Steering malfunction
SeeKeyless entry (page 31).
amber
Key not detected
SeeKeyless entry (page 31).
amber
Key outside car
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Information displays

Action
Warning lamp
Message
SeeChanging the remote
control battery (page 27).
amber
Remote key battery low
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.
-
Steering malfunction
SeeKeyless starting (page
101).
-
To start press brake
SeeKeyless starting (page
101).
-
To start press clutch
Lighting Action
Warning lamp
Message
Brake lamp switch. The vehicle
can be driven as normal.
However, cruise control cannot
be switched on. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician as soon as possible.
red
Brake light fault
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.
amber
Adaptive front light failure
Maintenance Action
Warning lamp
Message
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.
red
High engine temperature
SeeBrake and clutch fluid
check (page 149).
red
Low brake fluid level
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible and switch off the engine
immediately. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician immediately.
red
Engine malfunction
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Information displays

GENERAL INFORMATION
General points on starting
If the battery has been disconnected the
vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approx. 8 kilometres
(5 miles) after reconnecting the battery.
This is because the engine management
system must realign itself with the engine.
Any unusual driving characteristics during
this period may be disregarded.
Starting the engine by towing
or pushing
WARNING
To prevent damage you must not
push or tow start your vehicle. Use
booster cables and a booster
battery. See Using booster cables
(page 154). KEYLESS STARTING
WARNINGS
The keyless starting system may not
function if the key is close to metal
objects or electronic devices such
as mobile phones. Always check that the steering
wheel lock is deactivated before
attempting to move your vehicle.
Note:A valid passive key must be
located inside the vehicle to switch the ignition on and start the engine.
Note:To start your engine you must also
fully depress the brake or clutch pedal, depending on the transmission fitted. Ignition on
Press the start button once. All electrical
circuits are operational, warning lamps
and indicators illuminate.
Starting with automatic
transmission
Note:
Releasing the brake pedal during
engine start will stop the engine cranking and return to ignition on.
1. Make sure the transmission is in Por
N.
2. Fully depress the brake pedal.
3. Briefly press the start button.
Starting with manual
transmission
Note:
Releasing the clutch pedal during
engine start will stop the engine cranking and return to ignition on.
1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2. Briefly press the start button.
Starting a diesel engine
Note:
Engine cranking will not
commence until the engine glow plug cycle has been completed. This may takeseveral seconds in extremely coldconditions.
Note:Continue to press the clutch or
brake pedal until engine cranking begins.
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Failure to start
The passive starting system will not
function if:
•
The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
• The passive key battery is flat.
If you are unable to start your vehicle carry
out the following procedure. 1. Hold the key next to the steering
column shroud exactly as shown.
2. With the key in this position you can use the start button to switch the
ignition on and start your vehicle.
If you are still unable to start your vehicle
carry out the following procedure. 1. Carefully prise out the cover. 2.
Remove the key blade. See Keyless
entry (page 31). 3. Insert the key blade into the key
holder.
4. With the key blade in this position you can use the start button to switch the
ignition on and start your vehicle.
Stopping the engine
When your vehicle is stationary, press the
start button to stop the engine. The
ignition, all electrical circuits, warning
lamps and indicators will be switched off.
DIESEL PARTICULATE
FILTER (DPF)
The DPF forms part of the emissions
reduction systems fitted to your vehicle.
It filters harmful diesel particulates (soot)
from the exhaust gas.
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1. Pull the handle out.
2.
Turn the handle clockwise to bring the
crossbar in contact with the rail. Note:Make sure there is no gap
between crossbar and rail (A).
3. Turn the handle a minimum of 3.5 revolutions. 4. Push the handle in. Turn the key
clockwise to lock.
5. Remove the key.
Accessing the T-notch 1. Pull the handle out.
2. Lower the cover.
3. Remove the sliding bar.
Cycle carrier
CAUTION
The cycle carrier fixtures must only
be fitted to the main luggage
compartment lid.
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Unlocking the tow ball arm
mechanism
1. Detach the keyhole protective cap.
2. Insert the key and turn it
anti-clockwise to unlock (1).
3. Hold the tow ball arm. Pull the handwheel out and turn it clockwise
until it clicks (2).
4. The red mark on the handwheel must
align with the whitemark on the tow
ball.
5. Release the handwheel. The tow ball arm is unlocked.
Inserting the tow ball arm WARNING
The tow ball arm may only be
inserted when completely unlocked. 1.
Pull out the plug (1).
2. Insert the tow ball arm vertically and press it upwards until it engages (2).
Do not hold your hand near the
handwheel.
3. The green mark on the handwheel
must align with the whitedot on the
tow ball.
4. To lock, turn the key clockwise and remove the key (3).
5. Attach the keyhole protective cap.
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Driving with a trailer
WARNING
If any of the below conditions
cannot be met, do not use the tow
bar and have it checked by a
properly trained technician. Before starting your journey, make sure
that the tow ball arm is properly locked.
Check:
•
The
green mark on the handwheel
is aligned with the whitedot on the
tow ball arm.
• the handwheel (A) is correctly fitted
to the tow ball arm.
• you have removed the key (B).
• the tow ball arm is securely positioned.
It must not move when jerked.
Removing the tow ball arm WARNING
Never unlock the tow ball arm with
the trailer attached. 1. Unhitch the trailer.
2. Detach the keyhole protective cap.
3. Insert the key and turn it
anti-clockwise to unlock (1).
4. Hold the tow ball arm. Pull the handwheel out, turn it clockwise
against the stop (2) and remove the
tow ball arm (3).
5. Release the handwheel.
When unlocked in this way, the tow ball
arm can be reinserted at any time.
Insert the plug into its seat (4).
Maintenance WARNING
Remove the tow ball arm and
protect the seat with the plug before
steam cleaning your vehicle.
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