2010 FORD KUGA Page 71

Action
Warning lamp
Message
Electronic acceleration control
(EAC). The vehicle can be driven
but the acceleration rate will be
noticeably reduced. Maximum
vehicle speed will be maintained.
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.
red
Acceleration reduced
Appears only on vehicles fitted
with headlamp washers. The
washer fluid level is low. Check
the washer fluid level. See
Washer fluid check(page 149).
amber
Low washer fluid level
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.
-
Service oil
Power steering Action
Warning lamp
Message
Full steering will be maintained but
you will need to exert greater
force on the steering wheel. Have
the system checked by a properly
trained technician as soon as
possible.
amber
Power steering malfunction
Stability control (ESP) Action
Warning lamp
Message
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.
amber
ESP malfunction
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Information displays

Transmission
Action
Warning lamp
Message
Automatic transmission. The
vehicle can still be driven but have
the system checked by a properly
trained technician as soon as
possible.
amber
Transmission limited function
Under certain driving conditions
it is possible that the clutches in
the transmission can overheat. In
these circumstances it is neces-
sary to press the brake pedal and
stop the vehicle to prevent
red
Transm. too hot. Press brake
damage to the transmission.
SelectN (NEUTRAL) orP
(PARK) and apply the parking
brake until the transmission has
cooled and the message disap-
pears from the display.
The transmission is too hot. In
these extreme conditions the
transmission will disengage drive
in order to prevent damage. You
will not be able to drive until the
transmission has cooled.
red
Transmission too hot
Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.
amber
Transmission malfunction
At low outside temperatures, after
starting the engine, it may take
the transmission several seconds
to engageR (REVERSE) orD
(DRIVE). Keep the brake pedal
depressed until these messages
disappear from the display.
-
Engagement in progress
Press brake pedal
SeeAutomatic transmission
(page 108). See Starting the
engine (page 101).
-
Move shifter to P
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Information displays

Ventilation
Set the air distribution control, blower and
air vents to suit your requirements.
Air conditioning
Switching the air conditioning on
and off
If you turn the blower off, the air
conditioning will turn off. When you turn
the blower on again, the air conditioning
will come on automatically.
Cooling with outside air Cooling the interior quickly
Defrosting and demisting the
windscreen
When the temperature is above 4°C
(39°F), the air conditioning will switch on
automatically. Make sure that the blower
is on. The indicator in the switch will
illuminate during defrosting and demisting.
If you move the air distribution control to
a position other than
A, theA/Cwill
remain on.
You can switch the air conditioning and
recirculated air on and off while the air
distribution control is set to position A.
If necessary, switch the heated windows
on. See Heated windows and
mirrors (page 86).
Note:To defrost or demist the rear side
windows, set the second row air vents to the defrosting and demisting position.
See Air vents (page 80).
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To deactivate the heater, highlight
Active
now and press the SET/RESETbutton
again.
Diesel auxiliary heater
(depending on country)
The diesel auxiliary heater (PTC electrical
heater) aids in warming the engine and
the vehicle interior on vehicles with a
diesel engine. It is switched on or off
automatically depending on the outside
air temperature, the coolant temperature
and the alternator load.
Fuel operated heater
(depending on country)
The fuel operated heater aids in warming
the engine and the vehicle interior on
vehicles with a petrol or diesel engine. It
is switched on or off automatically
depending on the outside air temperature
and the coolant temperature, unless you
have deactivated it. When the fuel
operated heater is operating, a message
appears in the information display. See
Information displays (page 68).
To deactivate the fuel operated heater:
1. Use the rotary control to enter the main menu.
2. Highlight Setupand press the
SET/RESET button.
3. Highlight Aux. Heater and press the
SET/RESET button. A cross appears
in the box when the heater is
activated.
4. Press the SET/RESET button to exit
the menu.
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Climate control

The heated front seats are operated by
rotary controls in the instrument panel.
For item location: See
Quick start(page
8).
The maximum temperature is reached
after five or six minutes. It is regulated
thermostatically.
The seat heating will operate only when
the ignition is on.
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Seats

To gain access to the storage area, fold
up the rear seat cushions. See
Rear
seats (page 94).
Note:Do not overload the storage areas
under the rear seats. Ensure that the rear seat cushions can be folded backcompletely.
GLASSES HOLDER TOLL READER
On vehicles with an anti-heat windscreen,
toll readers should be placed in the area
as shown (all measurements shown in
millimetres), otherwise communication
performance with toll stations may be
reduced.
The toll reader should be placed on the
passenger side to prevent the reader
from obscuring the driver’s vision (e.g. at
traffic lights).
CD CHANGER
This is located under the front passenger
seat.
AUXILIARY INPUT (AUX IN)
SOCKET
See separate audio handbook.
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USB PORT
See
Using a USB device (page 202). FLOOR MATS
WARNING
When using the floor mats, always
make sure the floor mat is properly
secured using the appropriate
fixings and positioned so that it does not
interfere with the operation of the pedals. 100
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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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