2010 FORD KUGA oil temperature

Engine warning lamp
If it illuminates with the engine
running, this indicates a
malfunction. If it flashes when
you are driving, reduce the speed of
your vehicle immediately. If it
continues to flash, avoid heavy
acceleration or deceleration. Have the
system checked by a properly trained
technician immediately. CAUTION
If the engine warning lamp illuminates
in conjunction with a message, have
the system checked as soon as
possible. Front fog lamp indicator
It will illuminate when you switch
the front fog lamps on.
Frost warning lamp WARNING
Even if the temperature rises to
above +4ºC there is no guarantee
that the road is free of hazards
caused by inclement weather. It will illuminate and glow orange
when the outside air
temperature is between 4ºC
(39ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). It will glow red when
the temperature is below 1ºC (34ºF).
Glow plug indicator See (page 101). Headlamp indicator It will illuminate when you switch
the headlamp dipped beam or
the side and tail lamps on.
Ignition warning lamp If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a
malfunction. Switch off all
unnecessary electrical equipment. Have
the system checked by a properly trained
technician immediately.
Low fuel level warning lamp If it illuminates, refuel as soon as
possible.
Main beam indicator It will illuminate when you switch
the headlamp main beam on. It
will flash when you use the
headlamp flasher.
Message indicator It will illuminate when a new
message is stored in the
information display. See
Information messages (page 73).
Oil pressure warning lamp CAUTION
Do not resume your journey if it
illuminates despite the level being
correct. Have the system checked
by a properly trained technician
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If it stays on after starting or
illuminates when driving, this
indicates a malfunction. Stop
your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so
and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level. See Engine oil check
(page 147).
Power steering warning lamp It illuminates to indicate a
malfunction of the power
steering system. 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.
Rear fog lamp indicator It will illuminate when you switch
the rear fog lamps on.
Seat belt reminder See
Seat belt reminder
(page 24).
Shift indicator It will illuminate to inform you
that shifting to a higher gear
may give better fuel economy
and lower CO2 emissions. It will not
illuminate during periods of high
acceleration, braking or when the clutch
pedal is pressed. Stability control (ESP) indicator While driving, it flashes during
activation of the system. After
switching on the ignition, if it
does not illuminate or illuminates
continuously while driving, this indicates
a malfunction. During a malfunction, the
system switches off. Have the system
checked by a properly trained technician
as soon as possible.
If you switch ESP off, the warning lamp
will illuminate. The lamp will go out when
you switch the system back on or when
you switch the ignition off.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Automatic transmission
If position Pis not selected, a warning
chime will sound when the driver’s door
is opened.
Frost WARNING
Even if the temperature rises to
above +4ºC there is no guarantee
that the road is free of hazards
caused by inclement weather. A warning chime will sound in the following
conditions:
•
+4ºC or lower: frost warning
• 0ºC or lower: danger of icy roads.
Key outside car
Vehicles with keyless entry
If the engine is running and a passive key
is no longer detected within the vehicle
interior, a chime will sound as soon as the
door is closed.
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Regeneration
WARNING
Do not park or idle your vehicle over
dry leaves, dry grass or other
combustible materials. The DPF
regeneration process creates very high
exhaust gas temperatures and the
exhaust will radiate a considerable
amount of heat during and after DPF
regeneration, and after you have switched
the engine off. This is a potential fire
hazard. CAUTION
Avoid running out of fuel.
Note:After you have switched your
engine off the fans may continue to run for a short period of time.
Unlike a normal filter which requires
periodic replacement, the DPF has been
designed to regenerate, or clean itself to
maintain operating efficiency. The
regeneration process takes place
automatically. However, some driving
conditions mean that you may need to
support the regeneration process.
If you drive only short distances or your
journeys contain frequent stopping and
starting, where there is increased
acceleration and deceleration, occasional
trips with the following conditions could
assist the regeneration process:
• Drive your vehicle at a constant speed,
preferably on a main road or
motorway, for up to 20 minutes.
• Avoid prolonged idling and always
observe speed limits and road
conditions. •
Do not switch off the ignition.
• Use a lower gear than normal to
maintain a higher engine speed during
this journey, where appropriate.
SWITCHING OFF THE
ENGINE
Vehicles with a turbocharger CAUTION
Do not switch the engine off when it
is running at high speed. If you do,
the turbocharger will continue
running after the engine oil pressure has
dropped to zero. This will lead to
premature turbocharger bearing wear. Release the accelerator pedal. Wait until
the engine has reached idle speed and
then switch it off.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Vehicle fluids
Specification
Recommended fluid
Item
WSS-M2C913-C
Castrol Engine Oil *
Engine oil
WSS-M2C204-A2
Ford or Motorcraft Power
Steering Fluid
Power steering fluid
WSS-M97B44-D
Motorcraft SuperPlus Anti-
freeze
Coolant
ESD-M6C57-A
Ford or Motorcraft Super
DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Brake fluid
* Providing it meets the specification defined by WSS-M2C913-C, you can also use
Ford Engine Oil or an alternative engine oil.
Note:If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below -20°C (-4°F), you must not
use SAE 10W-40 engine oil.
Topping up the oil: If you are unable to find an oil that meets the specification defined
by WSS-M2C913-C, you must use SAE 5W-30(preferred),SAE 5W-40 (except
vehicles with E85 fuel) or SAE 10W-40that meets the specification defined by either
ACEA A1/B1 (preferred) orACEA A3/B3. Using these oils can result in longer engine
cranking periods, reduced engine performance, reduced fuel economy and increased
emission levels.
Castrol engine oil recommended. Capacities
Capacity in litres (gallons)
Item
Variant
MAX mark
Power assisted steering
fluid
All
approx. 8.6 (1.9)
Engine cooling system
All
4.0 (0.9)
Windscreen washer system
All
65 (14.3)
Fuel tank
2.0L Duratorq-TDCi
66 (14.5)
Fuel tank
2.5L Duratec
150
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