2011 FORD KUGA run flat

SECTION 204-04 Wheels and Tires
VEHICLE APPLICATION:2008.50 Kuga
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CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS
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Specifications ........................................................................\
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 204-04-3
Wheels and Tires (Overview) ........................................................................\
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Tire/wheel rim combinations ........................................................................\
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Use of snow chains ........................................................................\
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Tire repair kit ........................................................................\
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Run-Flat Tires (Overview) ........................................................................\
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Tires with Run-flat Properties ........................................................................\
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (Overview) ........................................................
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Description of operation ........................................................................\
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING 204-04-6
Wheels and Tires ........................................................................\
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Inspection and Verification ........................................................................\
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Symptom Chart ........................................................................\
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 204-04-11
Wheel and Tire........................................................................\
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Wheels and Tires
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Wheels and Tires – Overview
Tire/wheel rim combinations
The following tire/wheel rim combinations are
available:
• 235/60 R16 V – 6.5X16 (*)
• 235/55 R17 V – 7.0X17 (*)
• 235/55 R17 V – 7.5X17 (*)
• 235/50 R18 V – 7.5X18
• 235/45 R19 V – 8.0X19
(*) Also available as tires with run-flat capabilities.
Use of snow chains
Snow chains are only approved for use with size
235/60R16 tires.
Fine chains with a link thickness of 10mm may be
used at speeds of up to 50 km/h (please refer to
the manufacturer's instructions).
Coarser chains with a link thickness of 11 to 14
mm may be used at speeds of up to 40 km/h
(please refer to the manufacturer's instructions).
Tire repair kit
If the tires used do not have run-flat properties then
the vehicle will be equipped with a tire repair kit.
A tire repair kit is located in the spare wheel well
in the luggage compartment.
The tire repair kit consists of:
• a compressor with a pressure gauge,
• a lead for voltage supply via the cigar lighter,
• an air hose,
• tire sealant.
A tire filled with tire sealant must be replaced with
a new tire after 200 km at the latest. Read and
observe the instructions regarding the tire low
pressure sensors (see lesson 4 – Tire pressure
monitoring system).
Instructions on handling and using the tire repair
kit can be found in a separate operating manual
that is enclosed with the tire repair kit.
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Run-Flat Tires – Overview
Tires with Run-flat Properties
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3
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4
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BA
Description
Item
Standard tire after pressure loss
A
Tire with run-flat properties after pressure
loss
B
Wheel position with correct tire pressure
1Description
Item
Wheel position with insufficient tire
pressure
2
Tires
3
Reinforced sidewall
4
In addition to the standard tires, run-flattires are
also optionally available. These tires have a
reinforced sidewall and provide the advantage that
the tire maintains its shape to a large extent even
in the event of insufficient tire pressure. This
ensures that the vehicle handling remains stable.
Advantage:
• These tires maintain their shape to a large extent, even in the event of insufficient tire
pressure. This ensures that the vehicle handling
remains stable.
Special wheel rims (EH2) and a tire pressure
monitoring system are needed for run-flat tires.
Standard tires can also be installed on the EH2
(EH = Extended Hump) wheel rims. Tires with
run-flat properties have the same size code and
the same appearance as standard tires.
With some tires, the code RFfor run-flat is included
in the tire designation, e.g. 205/55 RF16. Tires with run-flat properties have various different
codes on the sidewall, depending on the
manufacturer.
• The RFT logo
• "RUNFLAT" as an additional designation
• The additional designation "RSC" (RSC =
Runflat System Component)
• The additional designation "SSR" (SSR = Self
S upporting Run-Flat-Tire)
• The additional designation "SST" (SST = Self
S upporting Run-Flat- Tire)
WARNING: If a tire with run-flat properties
is used without air then the vehicle speed
must not exceed 80 km/h and the vehicle
must not be driven for distances in excess
of 80 km.
Note: Vehicles equipped at the factory with run-flat
tires do not feature a tire repair kit or a spare wheel.
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Action
Possible Sources
Symptom
• REMOVE the accessory drivebelt.
REFER to: Accessory Drive
Belt (303-05 Accessory Drive
- 2.5L Duratec
(147kW/200PS) - VI5,
Removal and Installation).
and/or
REFER to: Air Conditioning
(A/C) Compressor Belt (303-
05 Accessory Drive - 2.5L
Duratec (147kW/200PS) -
VI5, Removal and Installa-
tion).
INSPECT the idler pulley(s) for
surface finish. INSTALL a new
idler pulley(s) as necessary.
TEST the system for normal
operation.
• Poor surface finish on
accessory drive belt idler pulley
flat surface(s).
NOTE:
Whine is defined as a
continuous noise at the same
frequency, generally associated
with plastic pulleys.
• Accessory drive belt whine
• REMOVE the accessory drivebelt.
REFER to: Accessory Drive
Belt (303-05 Accessory Drive
- 2.5L Duratec
(147kW/200PS) - VI5,
Removal and Installation).
and/or
REFER to: Air Conditioning
(A/C) Compressor Belt (303-
05 Accessory Drive - 2.5L
Duratec (147kW/200PS) -
VI5, Removal and Installa-
tion).
INSPECT the idler pulley(s) for
smooth rotation. INSTALL a
new idler pulley(s) as neces-
sary. TEST the system for
normal operation.
• Accessory drive belt idler pulley
bearing failure.
• CHECK that the accessorydrive belt is running centrally
on the flat pulleys. TEST the
system for normal operation.
• CHECK the pulleys for excessive end float and bent
flanges.
• With the engine running at idle, use a stethoscope to identify
the source of the noise.
INSTALL new components as
necessary. TEST the system
for normal operation.
• Pulley misalignment (usually
evident at idle).
NOTE:
Chirp is defined as a twit-
tering noise, often intermittent
• Accessory drive belt chirp
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