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Ford Kuga 2014 - User Manual

Ford Kuga 2014
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Ford Kuga 2014 Specifications

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BrandFord
ModelKuga 2014
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Child Safety

Child Restraints

Provides warnings and guidelines for the safe use and installation of child restraints.

Selecting a Child Restraint System

Outlines the three requirements a child restraint system should meet for effective protection.

Installing Child Restraints

Offers warnings and instructions for correctly fitting child restraint systems.

Child Restraint Anchorage Locations

Details the locations of top tether anchorages and ISOFIX lower anchorages.

Seatbelts

Principle of Operation

Explains the mandatory requirement and proper usage of seatbelts, including pretensioners.

Fastening the Seatbelts

Provides instructions and warnings for correctly fastening seatbelts.

Supplementary Restraints System

Principle of Operation

Explains the operation of airbags, including warnings about modifications and accessories.

Driver Airbag

Details the driver airbag deployment and related warnings.

Passenger Airbag

Describes the passenger airbag deployment and related warnings.

Side Airbags

Explains the function and warnings related to side airbags.

Side Curtain Airbags

Explains the function and warnings related to side curtain airbags.

Doors and Locks

Locking and Unlocking

Details power door locks, remote control operation, double locking, and automatic relocking.

Power Liftgate

Explains the operation of the power liftgate, including manual and remote control.

Locking and Unlocking the Doors

Covers locking/unlocking with the key, from inside, and individually.

KEYLESS ENTRY (If Equipped)

Explains the general information, passive key, locking, and unlocking for keyless entry.

Security

PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

Describes the principle of operation, coded keys, and arming/disarming the engine immobilizer.

ANTI-THEFT ALARM (If Equipped)

Details the anti-theft alarm system, including arming and disarming.

Steering Wheel

ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL

Provides instructions and warnings for adjusting the steering wheel position.

AUDIO CONTROL

Explains how to select audio sources and operate various audio functions.

Wipers and Washers

WINDSHIELD WIPERS

Provides notes and details on single wipe, intermittent, normal, and high-speed wiper operation.

Intermittent Wipe

Explains how to adjust the intermittent wipe interval and speed-dependent wipers.

AUTOWIPERS (If Equipped)

Details the autowipers function, including notes on defrosting and autolamps.

Lighting

LIGHTING CONTROL

Details the lighting control dial positions for off, parking, and headlamps.

AUTOLAMPS

Explains the automatic operation of headlamps and wipers.

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM CONTROL (If Equipped)

Explains the automatic operation of high beams and system limitations.

HEADLAMP LEVELING

Explains headlamp leveling and provides recommended switch positions based on load.

Windows and Mirrors

POWER WINDOWS

Contains warnings and instructions for operating power windows, including one-touch features.

GLOBAL OPENING AND CLOSING

Explains how to operate power windows globally using the remote control.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Details power exterior mirrors, manual folding/unfolding, and heated mirrors.

Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors (If Equipped)

Describes the blind spot mirror system, its function, and limitations.

MOONROOF (If Equipped)

Provides warnings and instructions for operating the moonroof and sunscreen.

Instrument Cluster

GAUGES

Identifies and describes the speedometer, tachometer, fuel, and temperature gauges.

WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS

Lists and explains various warning lamps and indicators on the instrument cluster.

Information Displays

Active City Stop

Details messages and actions for the Active City Stop system.

Automatic High Beam Control

Lists messages and actions related to the automatic high beam control.

Battery and Charging System

Provides messages and actions for electrical system and battery issues.

Blind Spot Monitor and Cross Traffic Alert System

Lists messages and actions for blind spot and cross traffic alert system faults.

Cruise Control and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Lists messages and actions for cruise control and ACC system faults.

Driver Alert

Provides messages and actions for driver fatigue warnings.

Engine

Lists messages and actions for engine temperature and fault conditions.

Keyless Vehicle

Provides messages and actions related to keyless entry and start system.

Lane Keeping Aid

Lists messages and actions for lane keeping system faults.

Lighting

Provides messages and actions for lighting system faults like bulb failures.

Maintenance

Lists messages and actions for maintenance reminders like fluid levels.

Parking Brake

Details messages and actions for parking brake system status.

Power Steering

Lists messages and actions for power steering system faults.

Start-Stop

Provides messages and actions for the auto start-stop system.

Starting System

Lists messages and actions related to starting system issues.

Transmission and Four-Wheel Drive

Lists messages and actions for transmission and 4WD system faults.

Traction Control

Provides messages and actions for traction control system status.

Climate Control

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL

Details the automatic climate control system, including AUTO, fan speed, and power functions.

Seats

SITTING IN THE CORRECT POSITION

Provides warnings and guidelines for proper seating posture for safety.

POWER SEATS

Provides warnings and details on operating power seats, including 10-way adjustment.

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Starting the Engine

Describes how to start the engine using the key and the push button ignition.

KEYLESS STARTING

Provides warnings and notes on keyless starting, including steering wheel lock.

Starting Your Vehicle

Details the procedures for starting the engine with manual and automatic transmissions.

Unique Driving Characteristics

AUTO-START-STOP

Explains the auto-start-stop system, its operation, and conditions for stopping/restarting the engine.

Fuel and Refueling

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Covers warnings about fuel tank pressure, handling fuel, static electricity, and benzene.

FUEL QUALITY - DIESEL

Provides warnings and recommendations for diesel fuel quality, long-term storage, and winter driving.

FUEL QUALITY - GASOLINE

Offers warnings and recommendations for gasoline quality and octane ratings.

REFUELING

Contains warnings about overfilling the tank, fuel pump nozzle, and incorrect fuel usage.

Transmission

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 6 F35;6-SPEED POWERSHIFT TRANSMISSION - MPS6;6 DCT450

Explains automatic transmission operation, including warnings and shift characteristics.

SelectShift Automatic Transmission (If Equipped)

Describes the SelectShift transmission, including upshifts, downshifts, and paddle operation.

HILL START ASSIST

Provides warnings and instructions for using the hill start assist system.

Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)

Driving in Special Conditions With Four-Wheel Drive

Covers driving in sand, mud, water, and on hilly/sloping terrain.

Brakes

Anti-lock Brake System (If Equipped)

Describes the ABS system's function in maintaining steering control during emergency stops.

PARKING BRAKE

Contains warnings and instructions for applying and releasing the parking brake.

Parking Aids

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Explains system limitations, sensor detection, and warnings for personal injury.

PARKING AID

Provides warnings and guidelines for using the parking aid system.

Using the System

Details how the system detects objects, provides warnings, and how to select parking sides.

REAR VIEW CAMERA

Contains warnings about camera limitations, speed, and luggage compartment door status.

Using the Rear View Camera System

Explains system operation, guides, and conditions affecting camera performance.

Cruise Control

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Explains how cruise control works and its speed limitations.

USING CRUISE CONTROL

Provides warnings for use on winding roads and downhill driving.

USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (If Equipped)

Provides warnings and notes for using adaptive cruise control.

Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed

Describes how to set the adaptive cruise speed and gap distance.

Following a Vehicle

Warns about automatic deceleration and the need for driver intervention.

Driving Aids

SPEED LIMITER

Explains the principle of operation, using the system, and system warnings.

DRIVER ALERT (If Equipped)

Provides warnings and information on the driver alert system's principle and operation.

LANE KEEPING SYSTEM (If Equipped)

Details the lane keeping alert system, its principle, and operation.

BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM

Provides warnings and instructions for using the blind spot information system.

ACTIVE CITY STOP (If Equipped)

Provides warnings and explains the principle of operation for Active City Stop.

ECO MODE

Explains how the Eco Mode system assists in efficient driving.

Towing

TOWING A TRAILER

Provides warnings and essential checks for safe towing.

TRAILER SWAY CONTROL (If Equipped)

Warns about increased risk of control loss when turning off trailer sway control.

Trailer Brakes

Warns against connecting hydraulic brakes directly and discusses electric/manual brakes.

TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR WHEELS

Provides warnings and instructions for towing the vehicle on all four wheels.

Roadside Emergencies

JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE

Provides warnings and instructions for safely jump-starting the vehicle.

Fuses

FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART

Provides a chart listing fuses, their ratings, and the circuits they protect.

CHANGING A FUSE

Contains warnings about replacing fuses with the correct amperage rating.

Maintenance

ENGINE OIL CHECK

Provides instructions and notes for checking engine oil level.

ENGINE COOLANT CHECK

Provides warnings and instructions for checking engine coolant level.

BRAKE FLUID CHECK

Provides warnings and instructions for checking brake fluid level.

CHANGING THE 12 V BATTERY

Contains warnings and instructions for changing the 12V battery.

CHANGING A BULB

Includes warnings and instructions for changing various bulbs.

Wheels and Tires

USING SNOW CHAINS

Provides warnings and instructions for using snow chains.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM

Warns that the system is not a substitute for manual checks and provides guidelines.

System Warning Lamps

Explains warning lamps for tire pressure issues and malfunctions.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Reset Procedure

Outlines the overview and steps for resetting the tire pressure monitoring system.

Jacking and Lifting Points

Warns to use only specified jacking points to avoid damage.

Removing a Road Wheel

Provides warnings and steps for removing a road wheel.

Installing a Road Wheel

Contains warnings about fitting run-flat tires and using correct lug nuts.

Audio System

AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH: SYNC 2

Introduces the SYNC 2 system, its overview, and general information.

AUDIO TROUBLESHOOTING

Provides troubleshooting tips for audio unit display issues like CD faults.

SYNC 2

General information about SYNC 2, its features, and connections.

Appendices

SYNC 2

GENERAL INFORMATION

Introduces SYNC 2, its features, and connection capabilities.

Phone

Details phone functions like call handling, speed dial, and phonebook.

NAVIGATION (If Equipped)

Covers navigation features such as My Home, Favorites, and destination input.

CLIMATE

Explains climate control features like driver/passenger settings and defrost.

SETTINGS

Allows adjustment of clock, display, sound, vehicle, and help settings.

Voice Control

Details how to use voice commands for system operation.

Using Voice Commands with Your System

Provides helpful hints and instructions for using voice commands effectively.

Display

Details how to adjust touchscreen display brightness, auto-dim, and edit wallpaper.

Navigation

Covers map preferences, route preferences, and navigation preferences.

Destination Mode

Explains how to set a destination using the touchscreen or voice commands.

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