FORD KUGA 2010 1.G Owners Manual

Amber - 2 metres (79 inches)
D
Amber - centre line of the
projected vehicle path
E
Note:When reversing with a trailer, the
lines on the screen show the vehicle direction and not the trailer.
Deactivating the rear view
camera
Note:
Disengage reverse gear. The
display will stay on for a short period before switching off.
The system will automatically switch off
once the vehicle speed has reached
approximately 15 km/h (9 mph).
Vehicles with parking aid
The display will additionally show a
coloured distance bar. This guide
indicates the distance from the rear
bumper to the detected obstacle.
These are colour coded as follows:
• Green - 0.8 to 1.5 metres (31 to 59
inches).
• Amber - 0.3 to 0.8 metre (12 to 31
inches).
• Red - 0.3 metre (12 inches) or less.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
Cruise control allows you to control your
speed using the switches on the steering
wheel. You can use cruise control when
you exceed approximately 30 km/h (20
mph).
USING CRUISE CONTROL
WARNING
Do not use cruise control in heavy
traffic, on twisty roads or when the
road surface is slippery.
Switching cruise control on
Note:The system is ready for you to set
a speed.
Setting a speed Press to store and maintain your current
speed. The cruise control indicator will
illuminate. See
Warning lamps and
indicators (page 64).
Changing the set speed WARNING
When you are going downhill, your
speed may increase above the set
speed. The system will not apply the
brakes. Change down a gear and press
the SET- switch to assist the system in
maintaining the set speed. Note:
If you accelerate by pressing the
accelerator pedal, the set speed will not change. When you release theaccelerator pedal, you will return to thespeed that you previously set.
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Accelerate
A
Decelerate
B
Cancelling the set speed Press the brake pedal or the
RESswitch.
Note:The system will no longer control
your speed. The cruise control indicator will not illuminate but the system will retainthe speed that you previously set.
Resuming the set speed The cruise control indicator will illuminate
and the system will attempt to resume
the speed that you previously set.
Switching cruise control off
The system will not retain the speed that
you previously set. The cruise control
indicator will not illuminate.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNINGS
Use load securing straps to an
approved standard, e.g. DIN.
Make sure that you secure all loose
items properly.
Place luggage and other loads as
low and as far forward as possible
within the luggage or loadspace.
Do not drive with the tailgate or rear
door open. Exhaust fumes may
enter the vehicle.
Do not exceed the maximum front
and rear axle loads for your vehicle.
See
Vehicle identification (page
170). Heavy loads, when placed in the
passenger compartment, should be
on folded rear seats as shown. See
Rear seats (page 94). CAUTIONS
Do not allow items to contact the rear
windows.
Do not use any abrasive materials to
clean the interior of the rear windows.
Do not install stickers or labels to the
interior of the rear windows. LUGGAGE ANCHOR POINTS
LUGGAGE COVERS
WARNING
Do not place objects on the luggage
cover.
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Pull out the cover until it locks.
Release it from the retaining points by
pressing below the handle. Let it roll slowly
back into the case. To remove or install the cover, push either
end of the case inwards.
Stowing the luggage cover -
vehicles with tyre repair kit
Space is provided under the luggage
compartment floor.
REAR UNDER FLOOR
STORAGE
WARNING
When you are using a child seat with
a support leg, make sure that you
install the foam spacer correctly
inside the storage compartment and that
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ROOF RACKS AND LOAD
CARRIERS
Roof rack
WARNINGS
If you use a roof rack, the fuel
consumption of your vehicle will be
higher and you may experience
different driving characteristics. Read and follow the manufacturer’s
instructions when you are fitting a
roof rack.
CAUTION
Do not exceed the maximum
permissible roof load of 75 kilograms
(165 pounds) (including the roof
rack). Check the security of the roof rack and
tighten its fittings as follows:
•
before starting
• after driving 50 kilometres (30 miles)
• at 1 000 kilometres (600 miles)
intervals. Installing the crossbars WARNING
Distribute the load evenly over the
loading area and keep the centre of
gravity as low as possible. Secure
the load well to prevent it from slipping.
Never place any loads directly onto the
roof surface. CAUTION
Remove the crossbars before
entering an automatic car wash.
Note:The side mounting tracks are
designed such that crossbars (for bicycle carriers, ski carriers etc.) from the Fordaccessories range can be fitted.
Note:Before installing the crossbars,
clean the side mounting tracks with water and a sponge.
Note:Position the crossbars as shown. 110 mm
A
700 mm
B
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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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TOWING A TRAILER
WARNINGS
Do not exceed the maximum gross
train weight stated on the vehicle
identification plate. See
Vehicle
identification (page 170).Do not exceed 100 km/h (62 mph).
The rear tyre pressures must be
increased by 0.2 bar (3 psi) above
specification. See
Technical
specifications (page 168). CAUTIONS
Do not exceed the maximum
permissible nose weight, i.e. vertical
weight on the tow ball, of 100
kilogrammes (220 pounds) for vehicles
with a diesel engine, or 105 kilogrammes
(231 pounds) for vehicles with a petrol
engine. We recommend you purchase a
towing kit from your dealer. Failure to
do so may result in damage to the
engine. Note:Not all vehicles are suitable or
approved to have tow bars fitted. Check with your dealer first.
Place loads as low and central to the
axle(s) of the trailer as possible. If you are
towing with an unladen vehicle, the load
in the trailer should be placed toward the
nose, within the maximum nose load, as
this gives the best stability.
The stability of the vehicle to trailer
combination is very much dependant on
the quality of the trailer. In high altitude regions above 1 000
metres (3 281 feet), the stipulated
maximum permitted gross train weight
must be reduced by 10% for every
additional 1 000 metres (3 281 feet).
Steep gradients WARNING
The overrun brake on a trailer is not
controlled by ABS.
Change down a gear before you reach a
steep downhill gradient.
DETACHABLE TOW BALL
WARNINGS
When not in use, always transport
the tow ball arm securely fastened
in the luggage compartment.
Take special care when fitting the
tow ball arm as the safety of the
vehicle and the trailer depends on
this. Do not use any tools for mounting
or dismounting the tow ball arm. Do
not modify the trailer coupling. Do
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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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