Ford Kuga 2012 2014 User Manual

FORD KUGA Owner's Manual

The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission. Errors and omissions excepted.

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Introduction

About This Manual...........................................5

Symbols Glossary.............................................5

Data Recording..................................................7

Replacement Parts

Recommendation........................................8

Mobile Communications

Equipment......................................................8

At a Glance

At a Glance........................................................10

Child Safety

Child Seat Positioning....................................17

Installing Child Seats.....................................19

Child Safety Locks..........................................22

Safety Belts

Fastening the Safety Belts..........................23

Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................24

Safety Belt Minder.........................................24

Supplementary Restraints

System

Principle of Operation..................................26

Driver Airbag.....................................................26

Passenger Airbag............................................27

Knee Airbag.......................................................27

Side Airbags.....................................................28

Side Curtain Airbags.....................................28

Keys and Remote Controls

General Information on Radio

Frequencies..................................................29

Remote Control..............................................29

Replacing a Lost Key or Remote

Control.............................................................31

Locks

Locking and Unlocking.................................32

Manual Liftgate...............................................34

Power Liftgate.................................................35

Keyless Entry....................................................37

Security

Passive Anti-Theft System........................40

Anti-Theft Alarm...........................................40

Steering Wheel

Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................43

Audio Control...................................................43

Voice Control...................................................45

Cruise Control..................................................45

Information Display Control.......................45

Wipers and Washers

Windshield Wipers........................................46

Autowipers.......................................................46

Windshield Washers......................................47

Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........47

Headlamp Washers......................................48

Lighting

General Information.....................................49

Lighting Control..............................................49

Autolamps........................................................50

Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................50

Headlamp Exit Delay....................................50

Daytime Running Lamps..............................51

Automatic High Beam Control...................51

Front Fog Lamps............................................52

Rear Fog Lamps..............................................53

Headlamp Leveling........................................53

Cornering Lamps............................................54

Direction Indicators.......................................54

Interior Lamps.................................................54

Ambient Lighting............................................55

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Windows and Mirrors

Power Windows..............................................57

Exterior Mirrors................................................58

Interior Mirror...................................................59

Sun Visors.........................................................59

Moonroof..........................................................60

Global Opening and Closing.......................61

Instrument Cluster

Gauges...............................................................63

Warning Lamps and Indicators................64

Audible Warnings and Indicators.............67

Information Displays

General Information.....................................68

Clock....................................................................73

Trip Computer..................................................73

Personalized Settings...................................73

Information Messages..................................74

Climate Control

Principle of Operation...................................87

Air Vents.............................................................87

Manual Climate Control..............................88

Automatic Climate Control........................89

Hints on Controlling the Interior

Climate...........................................................91

Heated Windows and Mirrors...................94

Auxiliary Heater..............................................95

Seats

Sitting in the Correct Position...................96

Head Restraints..............................................96

Manual Seats..................................................98

Power Seats.....................................................99

Rear Seats......................................................100

Heated Seats.................................................100

Rear Seat Armrest.........................................101

Auxiliary Power Points

Auxiliary Power Points................................102

Storage Compartments

Cup Holders....................................................104

Overhead Console.......................................104

Seat Back Trays............................................104

Starting and Stopping the

Engine

General Information....................................105

Ignition Switch...............................................105

Keyless Starting............................................105

Steering Wheel Lock...................................107

Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................108

Starting a Diesel Engine............................109

Diesel Particulate Filter..............................109

Switching Off the Engine...........................110

Unique Driving Character-

istics

Start-Stop.........................................................111

Fuel and Refueling

Safety Precautions........................................113

Fuel Quality - Gasoline................................114

Fuel Quality - Diesel.....................................114

Running Out of Fuel......................................114

Catalytic Converter.......................................115

Refueling...........................................................116

Fuel Consumption.........................................117

Technical Specifications.............................118

Transmission

Manual Transmission...................................119

Automatic Transmission.............................119

Hill Start Assist..............................................122

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Four-Wheel Drive

Principle of Operation.................................124

Using Four-Wheel Drive.............................124

Brakes

General Information....................................129

Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock

Brakes...........................................................129

Parking Brake.................................................129

Traction Control

Principle of Operation..................................131

Using Traction Control.................................131

Stability Control

Principle of Operation.................................132

Using Stability Control................................132

Parking Aids

Principle of Operation.................................133

Parking Aid......................................................133

Active Park Assist.........................................135

Rear View Camera........................................137

Cruise Control

Principle of Operation.................................139

Using Cruise Control....................................139

Using Adaptive Cruise Control................140

Driving Aids

Blind Spot Monitor.......................................145

Speed Limiter.................................................147

Driver Alert......................................................148

Lane Keeping System.................................150

Traffic Sign Recognition.............................152

Active City Stop.............................................154

Eco Mode.........................................................155

Load Carrying

General Information....................................156

Rear Under Floor Storage..........................156

Luggage Covers.............................................157

Luggage Anchor Points...............................157

Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................158

Towing

Towing a Trailer.............................................159

Tow Ball...........................................................159

Trailer Sway Control....................................162

Towing Points.................................................162

Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......163

Driving Hints

Breaking-In.....................................................164

Cold Weather Precautions........................164

Driving Through Water...............................164

Floor Mats.......................................................164

Roadside Emergencies

Hazard Warning Flashers..........................166

First Aid Kit......................................................166

Warning Triangle..........................................166

Fuel Shutoff...................................................166

Jump-Starting the Vehicle........................166

Fuses

Fuse Box Locations.....................................168

Fuse Specification Chart...........................169

Changing a Fuse............................................178

Maintenance

General Information....................................179

Opening and Closing the Hood...............179

Under Hood Overview - 1.6L EcoBoost

(132kW/180PS) - Sigma........................181

Under Hood Overview - 2.0L

Duratorq-TDCi (DW) Diesel.................182

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Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.6L

EcoBoost™.................................................183

Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L Duratorq-TDCi

(DW) Diesel................................................183

Engine Oil Check...........................................183

Engine Coolant Check................................184

Brake Fluid Check.........................................184

Washer Fluid Check.....................................184

Changing the 12V Battery..........................184

Checking the Wiper Blades......................185

Changing the Wiper Blades......................185

Removing a Headlamp..............................186

Changing a Bulb...........................................186

Bulb Specification Chart............................192

Technical Specifications............................193

Vehicle Care

Cleaning the Exterior...................................195

Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............195

Cleaning the Interior....................................196

Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................196

Wheels and Tires

General Information....................................197

Temporary Mobility Kit...............................197

Tire Care...........................................................201

Using Winter Tires........................................201

Using Snow Chains......................................201

Changing a Road Wheel............................201

Technical Specifications..........................208

Capacities and Specific-

ations

Vehicle Identification Plate.......................210

Vehicle Identification Number..................211

Technical Specifications.............................211

Audio System

General Information....................................214

Audio unit - Vehicles With:

AM/FM/CD..................................................215

Audio unit - Vehicles With:

AM/FM/CD/Digital Audio Broadcast

(DAB) Radio/SYNC................................220

Audio unit - Vehicles With: Digital Audio

Broadcast (DAB) Radio/Navigation

System/SYNC...........................................225

Audio unit - Vehicles With: Digital Audio

Broadcast (DAB) Radio/SYNC/Sony

AM/FM/CD..................................................231

Audio unit - Vehicles With: Digital Audio

Broadcast (DAB) Radio/Navigation

System/SYNC/Sony AM/FM/CD.......237

Digital Audio..................................................243

Auxiliary Input Jack.....................................245

USB Port.........................................................246

Audio Troubleshooting..............................246

SYNC™

General Information....................................247

Using Voice Recognition...........................248

Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............251

SYNC™ Applications and Services.......261

Using SYNC™ With Your Media

Player...........................................................264

SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................268

Navigation

Navigation.......................................................275

Appendices

Electromagnetic compatibility..............280

End User License Agreement...................281

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you know about it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from driving it.

WARNING

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and

injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

Note: This manual describes product features and options available throughout the range of available models, sometimes even before they are generally available. It may describe options not fitted to your vehicle.

Note: Some of the illustrations in this manual may be used for different models, so may appear different to you on your vehicle. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Note: Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable laws and regulations.

Note: Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

This manual may qualify the location of a component as left-hand side or right-hand side. The side is determined when facing forward in the seat.

Right-hand sideA Left-hand sideB

Protecting the Environment

You must play your part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim.

SYMBOLS GLOSSARY

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Safety alert

See Owner's Manual

Air conditioning system

Anti-lock braking system

Avoid smoking, flames or sparks

Battery

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Introduction

Battery acid

Brake fluid - non petroleum based

Brake system

Cabin air filter

Check fuel cap

Child safety door lock or unlock

Child seat lower anchor

Child seat tether anchor

Cruise control

Do not open when hot

Engine air filter

Engine coolant

Engine coolant temperature

Engine oil

Explosive gas

Fan warning

Fasten safety belt

Front airbag

Front fog lamps

Fuel pump reset

Fuse compartment

Hazard warning flashers

Heated rear window

Heated windshield

Interior luggage compartment release

Jack

Keep out of reach of children

Lighting control

Low tire pressure warning

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Maintain correct fluid level

Note operating instructions

Panic alarm

Parking aid

Parking brake

Power steering fluid

Power windows front/rear

Power window lockout

Service engine soon

Side airbag

Shield the eyes

Stability control

Windshield wash and wipe

DATA RECORDING

A large number of electronic components of your vehicle contain data storage modules temporarily or permanently storing technical data about the condition of the vehicle, events and errors.

In general, this technical information documents the condition of parts, modules, systems or the environment:

• Operating conditions of system components (e.g. filling levels).

• Status messages of the vehicle and its individual components (e.g. number of wheel revolutions/rotational speed, deceleration, lateral acceleration).

• Malfunction and defects in important system components (e.g. lighting and brake system).

• Vehicle reactions in particular driving situations (e.g. inflation of an airbag, activation of the stability regulation system).

• Environmental conditions (e.g. temperature).

These data are exclusively technical and help identification and correction of errors as well as optimisation of vehicle functions. Motion profiles indicating travelled routes cannot be created with these data.

If services are used (e.g. repair works, service processes, warranty cases, quality assurance), employees of the service network (including manufacturers) are able to read out this technical information from the event and error data storage modules using special diagnostic devices. If required, you will receive further information. After an error has been corrected, these data are deleted from the error storage module or they are constantly overwritten.

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When using the vehicle, situations may occur in which these technical data related to other information (accident report, damages on the vehicle, witness statements etc.) may be associated with a specific person - possibly, with the assistance of an expert.

Additional functions contractually agreed upon with the client (e.g. vehicle location in emergency cases) allow the transmission of particular vehicle data from the vehicle.

REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION

Your vehicle has been built to the highest standards using quality parts. We recommend that you demand the use of genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts whenever your vehicle requires scheduled maintenance or repair. You can clearly identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or Motorcraft branding on the parts or their packaging.

Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs

One of the best ways for you to make sure that your vehicle provides years of service is to have it maintained in line with our recommendations using parts that conform to the specifications detailed in this Owner’s Manual. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meet or exceed these specifications.

Collision Repairs

We hope that you never experience a collision, but accidents do happen. Genuine Ford replacement collision parts meet our stringent requirements for fit, finish, structural integrity, corrosion protection and dent resistance. During vehicle

development we validate these parts deliver the intended level of protection as a whole system. A great way to know for sure you are getting this level of protection is to use genuine Ford replacement collision parts.

Warranty on Replacement Parts

Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement parts are the only replacement parts that benefit from a Ford Warranty. Damage caused to your vehicle as a result of the failure of non-Ford parts may not be covered by the Ford Warranty. For additional information, refer to the terms and conditions of the Ford Warranty.

MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

Using mobile communications equipment is becoming increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, you must not compromise your own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile communication equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and portable two-way radios.

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WARNING

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and

injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

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Front Exterior Overview

See Locking and Unlocking (page 32). See Keyless Entry (page 37).A See Automatic High Beam Control (page 51). See Driver Alert (page 148).

See Lane Keeping System (page 150). See Traffic Sign Recognition (page

152). See Active City Stop (page 154).

B

See Changing the Wiper Blades (page 185).C See Maintenance (page 179).D See Towing Points (page 162).E See Changing a Bulb (page 186).F

10

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At a Glance

Tire pressures. See Technical Specifications (page 208).G See Changing a Road Wheel (page 201).H

Vehicle Interior Overview

See Transmission (page 119).A See Locking and Unlocking (page 32).B See Power Windows (page 57). See Exterior Mirrors (page 58).C See Head Restraints (page 96).D See Fastening the Safety Belts (page 23).E

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At a Glance

See Rear Seats (page 100).F See Manual Seats (page 98). See Power Seats (page 99).G See Parking Brake (page 129).H See Opening and Closing the Hood (page 179).I

Instrument Panel Overview

Left-Hand Drive

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Right-Hand Drive

Air vents. See Air Vents (page 87).A Direction indicators. See Direction Indicators (page 54). High beam. See

Lighting Control (page 49).

Instrument cluster. See Gauges (page 63). See Warning Lamps and Indicators (page 64).

Wiper lever. See Wipers and Washers (page 46).D Information and entertainment display.E Audio unit. See Audio System (page 214).F Door lock indicator. See Locking and Unlocking (page 32).G Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard Warning Flashers (page 166).H Parking aid switch. See Parking Aids (page 133).I Active park assist switch. See Active Park Assist (page 135).J Start-stop switch. See Start-Stop (page 111).K Heated rear window switch. See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 94).L Heated windshield switch. See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 94).M Climate controls. See Climate Control (page 87).N

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Start button. See Keyless Starting (page 105).O Audio control. See Audio Control (page 43). Voice control. See Voice Control

(page 45). Telephone control. See Using SYNC™ With Your Phone (page

251).

Ignition switch. See Ignition Switch (page 105).Q Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 43).R Horn.S Cruise control switches. See Using Cruise Control (page 139). Adaptive cruise

control (ACC) switches. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 140).

Information display controls. See Information Displays (page 68).U Lighting control. See Lighting Control (page 49). Front fog lamps. See Front

Fog Lamps (page 52). Rear fog lamp. See Rear Fog Lamps (page 53). Headlamp levelling control. See Headlamp Leveling (page 53). Instrument lighting dimmer. See (page 87).

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Rear Exterior Overview

See Changing a Bulb (page 186).A See Changing the Wiper Blades (page 185).B See Changing a Bulb (page 186).C See Refueling (page 116).D See Changing a Road Wheel (page 201).E Tire pressures. See Technical Specifications (page 208).F

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See Towing Points (page 162).G See First Aid Kit (page 166). See Warning Triangle (page 166). See Temporary

Mobility Kit (page 197). Spare wheel, jack and wheel brace. See Changing a Road Wheel (page 201). Towing eye. See Towing Points (page 162). Fuel

funnel. See Running Out of Fuel (page 114).

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CHILD SEAT POSITIONING

WARNINGS

See an authorized dealer for the

latest details relating to our

recommended child seats.

Extreme Hazard! Do not use a

rearward facing child seat on a seat

protected by an air bag in front of it!

WARNINGS

When using a child seat with a support leg, the support leg must rest securely on the floor.

When using a child seat with a safety belt, make sure that the safety belt is not slack or twisted.

The child seat must rest tightly against the vehicle seat. It may be necessary to lift or remove the head

restraint. See Head Restraints (page 96).

Mass group categories

Seating positions

3210+0

46 - 79 lbs

(22 - 36 kg)

33 - 55 lbs

(15 - 25 kg)

20 - 40 lbs

(9 - 18 kg)

Up to 29

lbs (13 kg)

Up to 22

lbs (10 kg)

UF¹UF¹UF¹XX

Front passenger seat with airbag ON

U¹U¹U¹U¹U¹

Front passenger seat with airbag OFF

UUUUURear seats

X Not suitable for children in this mass group. U Suitable for universal category child seats approved for use in this mass group. U¹ Suitable for universal category child seats approved for use in this mass group. However,

we recommend that you secure children in a government approved child seat, on the rear seat.

UF¹ Suitable for universal category forward facing child seats approved for use in this mass group. However, we recommend that you secure children in a government approved child seat, on the rear seat.

Note: When using a child seat on a front seat, always adjust the front passenger's seat to its fully rearward position. If it proves difficult to tighten the lap section of the safety belt without slack remaining, adjust the seatback to the fully upright position and raise the height of the seat. See Seats (page 96).

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Child Safety

ISOFIX Child Seats

Mass group categories

Seating positions

10+

Forward facingRear facing

20 - 40 lbs (9 - 18 kg)Up to 29 lbs (13 kg)

Not ISOFIX equipped

Size classFront seat

Seat type

A, B, B1

C, D, E

Size class

Rear outboard seat ISOFIX

IL, IUF

Seat type

Not ISOFIX equipped

Size classRear center seat

Seat type

IL Suitable for particular ISOFIX child seat systems of the semi-universal category. Please consult child seat systems suppliers' vehicle recommendation lists.

IUF Suitable for ISOFIX forward facing child seat systems of universal category approved for use in this mass group and ISOFIX size class.

The ISOFIX size class for both universal and semi-universal child seat systems is defined

by the capital letters A to G. These identification letters are displayed on ISOFIX child seat.

At time of publishing the recommended Group O+ ISOFIX baby safety seat is the Britax

Romer Baby Safe. See an authorized dealer for the latest details relating to our recommended child seats.

At time of publishing the recommended Group 1 ISOFIX child seat is the Britax Romer

Duo. See an authorized dealer for the latest details relating to our recommended child seats.

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Child Safety

INSTALLING CHILD SEATS

WARNINGS

Use an approved child seat to secure

children less than 59 inches (150

centimeters) tall in the rear seat.

Extreme Hazard! Do not use a

rearward facing child seat on a seat

protected by an air bag in front of it!

Read and follow the manufacturer’s

instructions when you are installing

a child seat.

Do not modify child seats in any way.

Do not hold a child on your lap when

your vehicle is moving.

Do not leave unattended children in

your vehicle.

WARNINGS

If your vehicle has been involved in a crash, have the child seats checked by an authorized dealer.

Note: Mandatory use of child seats varies from country to country.

Only child seats certified to ECE-R44.03 (or later) have been tested and approved for use in your vehicle. A choice of these are available from an authorized dealer.

Child Seats for Different Mass Groups

Use the correct child seat as follows:

Baby Safety Seat

Secure children that weigh less than 29 pounds (13 kilograms) in a rearward facing baby safety seat (Group 0+) on the rear seat.

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Child Safety

Child Safety Seat

Secure children that weigh between 29 and 40 pounds (13 and 18 kilograms) in a child safety seat (Group 1) on the rear seat.

Booster Seats

WARNINGS

Do not install a booster seat or a booster cushion with only the lap strap of the safety belt.

Do not install a booster seat or a booster cushion with a safety belt that is slack or twisted.

Do not put the safety belt under your child’s arm or behind their back.

Do not use pillows, books or towels to boost your child’s height.

Make sure that your children sit in an upright position.

Note: When using a child seat on a rear seat, make sure that the child seat rests tightly against the vehicle seat. It may be necessary to lift or remove the head restraint. See Head Restraints (page 96).

Booster Seat (Group 2)

Secure children that weigh more than 33 pounds (15 kilograms) but are less than 59 inches (150 centimeters) tall in a booster seat or a booster cushion.

We recommend that you use a booster seat that combines a cushion with a backrest instead of a booster cushion only. The raised seating position will allow you to position the shoulder strap of the adult safety belt over the center of your child’s shoulder and the lap strap tightly across their hips.

Booster Cushion (Group 3)

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Child Safety

ISOFIX Anchor Points

WARNING

Use an anti-rotation device when

using the ISOFIX system. We

recommend the use of a top tether or support leg.

Note: When you are purchasing an ISOFIX seat, make sure that you know the correct mass group and ISOFIX size class for the intended seating locations. See Child Seat Positioning (page 17).

Your vehicle has ISOFIX anchor points that accommodate universally approved ISOFIX child seats.

The ISOFIX system comprises two rigid attachment arms on the child seat that attach to anchor points on the outboard rear seats, where the cushion and backrest meet. Tether anchor points are located behind the outboard rear seats for child seats with a top tether.

Top Tether Anchor Points

Attaching a Child Seat with Top Tethers

WARNINGS

Do not attach a tether strap to anything other than the correct tether anchor point.

Make sure that the top tether strap is not slack or twisted and is properly located on the anchor point.

Note: Where applicable, remove the luggage cover to ease installation. See Luggage Covers (page 157).

Note: You may need to raise or remove the head restraint to ease installation. See Head Restraints (page 96).

1. Route the tether strap under the head restraint to the anchor point.

2. Push the child seat back firmly to engage the ISOFIX lower anchor points.

3. Tighten the tether strap in line with the child seat manufacturer's instructions.

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Child Safety

CHILD SAFETY LOCKS

Manual Child Safety Locks

When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside.

The child safety locks are located on the rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door.

Left-Hand Side

Turn counterclockwise to lock and clockwise to unlock.

Right-Hand Side

Turn clockwise to lock and counterclockwise to unlock.

Electric Child Safety Locks

Press the switch to turn them on. Press the switch again to turn them off.

Note: You cannot use the rear power window switches with the child safety locks on.

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Child Safety

FASTENING THE SAFETY BELTS

WARNINGS

Insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear a distinct click. You have not fastened the safety belt correctly

if you do not hear a click.

Make sure that your safety belt is securely stored away and is not outside your vehicle when closing the

door.

Pull the belt out steadily. It may lock if you pull it sharply or if your vehicle is on a slope.

The rear outer safety belts can lock if you return the seatback from a folded position to the upright position forcefully. Should the safety belt lock, recline the seat using the recline adjustment. See Rear Seats (page 100).

Press the red button on the buckle to release the belt. Hold the tongue and let it retract completely and smoothly to its stowed position.

Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy

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Safety Belts

WARNING

Position the safety belt correctly for your safety and that of your unborn child. Do not use only the lap strap

or the shoulder strap.

Pregnant women should always wear their safety belt. The lap belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt should be positioned low across the hips below the belly and worn as tight as comfort will allow. The shoulder belt should be positioned to cross the middle of the shoulder and the center of the chest.

SAFETY BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests

across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt correctly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a crash.

To adjust the shoulder belt height, squeeze the button and slide the height adjuster up or down. Release the button and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place.

SAFETY BELT MINDER

WARNING

The system will only provide protection when you use the safety belt correctly.

The warning lamp illuminates and an audible warning will sound when the following conditions have been met:

• The front safety belts have not been fastened.

• Your vehicle exceeds a relatively low speed.

It will also illuminate when a front safety belt is unfastened when your vehicle is moving.

If you do not fasten your safety belt both the audible and visual warnings will switch off automatically after approximately five minutes.

Switching the Safety Belt Minder Off

See an authorized dealer.

Rear Safety Belt Minder

WARNING

If multiple belts are unfastened within a few seconds of each other, only one audible chime will sound.

Note: Press OK on the steering wheel control to confirm the message.

Kuga (CBS) Vehicles Built From: 05-07-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013

Safety Belts

The following status updates will be shown in the display:

• Tick symbol: Fastened safety belt.

• Exclamation mark: A safety belt that

has been unfastened when your vehicle is moving. You will also hear an audible chime.

Kuga (CBS) Vehicles Built From: 05-07-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013

Safety Belts

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

WARNINGS

Extreme Hazard! Never use a rearward facing child restraint on a

seat protected by an active airbag in front of it. Death or serious injury to the child can occur.

Do not modify the front of your

vehicle in any way. This could

adversely affect deployment of the airbags. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

Wear a safety belt and keep

sufficient distance between yourself

and the steering wheel. Only when you use the safety belt correctly, can it hold you in a position that allows the airbag to achieve its optimum effect. See Sitting in the Correct Position (page 96). Failure to adhere to this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

Repairs to the steering wheel,

steering column, seats, airbags and

safety belts must be carried out by an authorized dealer. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

Keep the areas in front of the airbags

free from obstruction. Do not affix

anything to or over the airbag covers. In the event of a crash, hard objects could cause serious personal injury or death.

Do not puncture the seat with sharp

objects. This could damage and

adversely affect deployment of the airbags. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

Use seat covers designed for seats

with side airbags. Have these fitted

by an authorized dealer. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

Note: You will hear a loud bang and see a cloud of harmless powdery residue if an airbag deploys. This is normal.

Note: Only wipe airbag covers with a damp cloth.

DRIVER AIRBAG

The airbag will deploy during significant frontal collisions or collisions that are up to 30 degrees from the left or the right. The airbag will inflate within a few thousandths of a second and deflate on contact with the occupant, thus cushioning forward body movement. During minor frontal collisions, overturns, rear collisions and side collisions, the airbag will not deploy.

Kuga (CBS) Vehicles Built From: 05-07-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013

Supplementary Restraints System

PASSENGER AIRBAG

The airbag will deploy during significant frontal crashes or crashes that are up to 30 degrees from the left or the right. The airbag will inflate within a few thousandths of a second and deflate on contact with the occupant, thus cushioning forward body movement. During minor frontal crashes, overturns, rear crashes and side crashes, the airbag will not deploy.

Switching the Passenger Airbag Off

WARNING

You must switch the airbag off when using a rearward facing child seat on the front seat.

Switch offA Switch onB

Turn the switch to position A. When you switch the ignition on, check that

the airbag deactivation warning lamp illuminates.

Note: The key switch is located on the end of the instrument panel on the passenger side with the airbag deactivation warning lamp in the overhead console.

Switching the Passenger Airbag On

WARNING

You must switch the airbag on when you are not using a child seat on the front seat.

Turn the switch to position B.

KNEE AIRBAG

WARNING

Do not attempt to open the airbag cover.

Kuga (CBS) Vehicles Built From: 05-07-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013

Supplementary Restraints System

The airbag will deploy during frontal collisions or collisions that are up to 30 degrees from the left or the right. The airbag will inflate within a few thousandths of a second and deflate on contact with the occupants, thus providing a cushion between the driver’s knees and the steering column. During overturns, rear collisions and side collisions, the knee airbag will not deploy.

For item location: See At a Glance (page

10).

Note: The airbag has a lower deployment threshold than the front airbags. During a minor collision, it is possible that only the knee airbag will deploy.

SIDE AIRBAGS

WARNING

Use seat covers designed for seats

with side airbags. Have these fitted

by an authorized dealer.

The airbags are located inside the seatback of the front seats. There is a label attached to the side of the seatback to indicate this.

The airbag will deploy during significant lateral collisions. The airbag will not deploy in minor lateral and frontal collisions, rear collisions, or overturns.

SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS

The airbags are located over the front and rear side windows.

The airbag will deploy during significant lateral collisions. It will also deploy during significant frontal angled collisions. The curtain airbag will not deploy in minor lateral and frontal collisions, rear collisions, or overturns.

Kuga (CBS) Vehicles Built From: 05-07-2012, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013

Supplementary Restraints System

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