Ford Kuga 2015 User Manual

FORD KUGA Owner's Manual

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Part Number: CG3585en 08/2014 20141205092741

Introduction

About This Manual...........................................7

Symbols Glossary.............................................7

Data Recording..................................................9
Replacement Parts

Recommendation......................................10

Mobile Communications

Equipment.....................................................10

At a Glance

At a Glance.........................................................11

Child Safety

Installing Child Seats.....................................18

Child Seat Positioning...................................21

Child Safety Locks..........................................23

Safety Belts

Fastening the Safety Belts..........................24

Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................25

Safety Belt Minder.........................................25

Supplementary Restraints

System

Principle of Operation...................................27

Driver Airbag.....................................................27

Passenger Airbag...........................................28

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

Driver Knee Airbag.........................................29

Side Curtain Airbags.....................................29

Keys and Remote Controls

General Information on Radio

Frequencies.................................................30

Remote Control..............................................30
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote

Control............................................................32

Locks

Locking and Unlocking.................................33

Manual Liftgate...............................................35

Power Liftgate.................................................36

Keyless Entry....................................................38

Security

Passive Anti-Theft System..........................41

Anti-Theft Alarm.............................................41

Steering Wheel

Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................44

Audio Control..................................................44

Voice Control...................................................46

Cruise Control.................................................46

Information Display Control......................46

Wipers and Washers

Windshield Wipers.........................................47

Autowipers........................................................47

Windshield Washers.....................................48

Rear Window Wiper and Washers..........48

Headlamp Washers......................................49

Lighting

General Information.....................................50

Lighting Control..............................................50

Autolamps.........................................................51

Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................51

Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................51

Daytime Running Lamps.............................52

Automatic High Beam Control..................52

Front Fog Lamps............................................53

Rear Fog Lamps..............................................54

Headlamp Leveling.......................................54

Cornering Lamps............................................55

Direction Indicators.......................................55

Interior Lamps.................................................55

Ambient Lighting...........................................56

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Windows and Mirrors

Power Windows.............................................58

Global Opening and Closing......................59

Exterior Mirrors...............................................60

Interior Mirror....................................................61

Sun Visors.........................................................62

Moonroof...........................................................62

Instrument Cluster

Gauges...............................................................64

Warning Lamps and Indicators................65

Audible Warnings and Indicators.............68

Information Displays

General Information.....................................69

Clock....................................................................75

Trip Computer..................................................75

Personalized Settings...................................75

Information Messages..................................75

Climate Control

Principle of Operation..................................88

Air Vents............................................................88

Manual Climate Control..............................89

Automatic Climate Control.......................90
Hints on Controlling the Interior

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

Heated Windows and Mirrors....................95

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

Seats

Sitting in the Correct Position.................100

Head Restraints............................................100

Manual Seats.................................................102

Power Seats...................................................103

Rear Seats.......................................................104

Heated Seats.................................................104

Rear Seat Armrest.......................................105

Auxiliary Power Points

Auxiliary Power Points...............................106

Storage Compartments

Cup Holders...................................................108

Overhead Console.......................................108

Folding Tray....................................................108

Starting and Stopping the

Engine

General Information....................................109

Ignition Switch..............................................109

Keyless Starting............................................109

Steering Wheel Lock......................................111

Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................112

Starting a Diesel Engine..............................113

Diesel Particulate Filter...............................113

Switching Off the Engine............................114

Unique Driving Character-

istics

Auto-Start-Stop.............................................115

Fuel and Refueling

Safety Precautions........................................117

Fuel Quality - Gasoline................................118
Fuel Quality - 2.0L Duratorq-TDCi (DW)

Diesel.............................................................118

Running Out of Fuel.....................................119

Catalytic Converter......................................120

Refueling..........................................................120

Fuel Consumption.........................................121

Technical Specifications............................123

Transmission

Manual Transmission..................................124

Automatic Transmission............................124

Hill Start Assist...............................................127

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Four-Wheel Drive

Principle of Operation.................................129

Using Four-Wheel Drive.............................129

Brakes

General Information....................................134
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock

Brakes...........................................................134

Parking Brake.................................................135

Traction Control

Principle of Operation.................................136

Using Traction Control................................136

Stability Control

Principle of Operation.................................137

Using Stability Control................................137

Parking Aids

Principle of Operation.................................138

Parking Aid......................................................138

Active Park Assist.........................................140

Rear View Camera........................................142

Cruise Control

Principle of Operation.................................145

Using Cruise Control....................................145

Using Adaptive Cruise Control................146

Driving Aids

Speed Limiter..................................................151

Driver Alert.......................................................152

Lane Keeping System.................................153

Blind Spot Information System..............156

Traffic Sign Recognition.............................158

Active City Stop............................................160

Eco Mode..........................................................161

Load Carrying

General Information....................................162

Luggage Anchor Points..............................162

Rear Under Floor Storage..........................162

Luggage Covers.............................................163

Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................164

Towing

Towing a Trailer.............................................165

Trailer Sway Control....................................166

Tow Ball...........................................................166

Towing Points................................................168

Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......169

Driving Hints

Breaking-In.......................................................171

Cold Weather Precautions..........................171

Driving Through Water.................................171

Floor Mats.........................................................171

Roadside Emergencies

Hazard Warning Flashers...........................173

First Aid Kit.......................................................173

Warning Triangle...........................................173

Fuel Shutoff....................................................173

Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................174

Fuses

Fuse Box Locations......................................176

Fuse Specification Chart............................177

Changing a Fuse...........................................186

Maintenance

General Information....................................187

Opening and Closing the Hood...............187
Under Hood Overview - 1.6L

EcoBoost™................................................189

Under Hood Overview - 2.0L

EcoBoost™................................................190

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Under Hood Overview - 2.0L

Duratorq-TDCi (DW) Diesel..................191

Under Hood Overview - 1.5L

EcoBoost™.................................................192

Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L

EcoBoost™.................................................193

Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L

EcoBoost™.................................................193

Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L Duratorq-TDCi

(DW) Diesel................................................193

Engine Oil Check...........................................193

Engine Coolant Check................................194

Brake Fluid Check.........................................194

Washer Fluid Check.....................................195

Changing the 12V Battery..........................195

Checking the Wiper Blades......................195

Changing the Wiper Blades......................195

Removing a Headlamp..............................196

Changing a Bulb...........................................196

Bulb Specification Chart...........................202

Technical Specifications..........................204

Vehicle Care

Cleaning the Exterior..................................207

Cleaning the Interior...................................207

Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............208

Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................208

Wheels and Tires

General Information...................................209

Temporary Mobility Kit..............................209

Tire Care...........................................................213

Using Winter Tires........................................213

Using Snow Chains......................................213

Tire Pressure Monitoring System............213

Changing a Road Wheel.............................217

Technical Specifications...........................224

Capacities and Specific-

ations

Vehicle Identification Plate......................226

Vehicle Identification Number.................227
Capacities and Specifications - 1.5L

EcoBoost™................................................227

Capacities and Specifications - 1.6L

EcoBoost™................................................228
Capacities and Specifications - 2.5L....230
Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L

Duratorq-TDCi (DW) Diesel................232

Technical Specifications...........................233

Audio System

General Information...................................236
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/

CD..................................................................237
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Digital Audio

Broadcast (DAB) Radio/SYNC..........242
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Digital Audio

Broadcast (DAB) Radio/Navigation

System/SYNC...........................................247
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Digital Audio

Broadcast (DAB) Radio/SYNC/Sony

AM/FM/CD.................................................253
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Digital Audio

Broadcast (DAB) Radio/Navigation

System/SYNC/Sony AM/FM/CD......259

Digital Radio..................................................265

Audio Input Jack...........................................267

USB Port..........................................................267

Audio Troubleshooting..............................268

SYNC™

General Information...................................269

Using Voice Recognition...........................270

Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............273

SYNC™ Applications and Services......284
Using SYNC™ With Your Media

Player............................................................291

SYNC™ Troubleshooting..........................297

Navigation

Navigation......................................................307

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Appendices

Electromagnetic Compatibility...............316

End User License Agreement...................317

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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 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.

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 the
vehicle you have purchased.

Note: Some of the illustrations in this
manual may show features as used in
different models, so may appear different
to you on your vehicle.

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 your
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 side.A
Left-hand side.B

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

Battery acid

Brake fluid - non petroleum
based

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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

Maintain correct fluid level

Note operating instructions

Panic alarm

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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.

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.

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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.

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 33). See Keyless Entry (page 38).A
See Automatic High Beam Control (page 52). See Driver Alert (page 152).

See Lane Keeping System (page 153). See Traffic Sign Recognition (page

158). See Active City Stop (page 160).

B

See Changing the Wiper Blades (page 195).C
See Maintenance (page 187).D
See Towing Points (page 168).E
See Changing a Bulb (page 196).F

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At a Glance

Tire pressures. See Technical Specifications (page 224).G
See Changing a Road Wheel (page 217).H

Vehicle Interior Overview

See Transmission (page 124).A
See Locking and Unlocking (page 33).B
See Power Windows (page 58). See Exterior Mirrors (page 60).C
See Head Restraints (page 100).D
See Fastening the Safety Belts (page 24).E

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At a Glance

See Rear Seats (page 104).F
See Manual Seats (page 102). See Power Seats (page 103).G
See Parking Brake (page 135).H
See Opening and Closing the Hood (page 187).I

Instrument Panel Overview

Left-Hand Drive

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Right-Hand Drive

Air vents. See Air Vents (page 88).A
Direction indicators. See Direction Indicators (page 55). High beam. See

Lighting Control (page 50).

B

Instrument cluster. See Gauges (page 64). See Warning Lamps and
Indicators (page 65).

C

Wiper lever. See Wipers and Washers (page 47).D
Information and entertainment display.E
Audio unit. See Audio System (page 236).F
Door lock indicator. See Locking and Unlocking (page 33).G
Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard Warning Flashers (page 173).H
Parking aid switch. See Parking Aids (page 138).I
Active park assist switch. See Active Park Assist (page 140).J
Start-stop switch. See Auto-Start-Stop (page 115).K
Heated rear window switch. See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 95).L

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At a Glance

Heated windshield switch. See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 95).M
Climate controls. See Climate Control (page 88).N
Start button. See Keyless Starting (page 109).O
Audio control. See Audio Control (page 44). Voice control. See Voice Control

(page 46). Telephone control. See Using SYNC™ With Your Phone (page

273).

P

Ignition switch. See Ignition Switch (page 109).Q
Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 44).R
Horn.S
Cruise control switches. See Using Cruise Control (page 145). Adaptive cruise

control (ACC) switches. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 146).

T

Information display controls. See Information Displays (page 69).U
Lighting control. See Lighting Control (page 50). Front fog lamps. See Front

Fog Lamps (page 53). Rear fog lamp. See Rear Fog Lamps (page 54).
Headlamp levelling control. See Headlamp Leveling (page 54). Instrument
lighting dimmer. See Principle of Operation (page 88).

V

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Rear Exterior Overview

See Changing a Bulb (page 196).A
See Changing the Wiper Blades (page 195).B
See Changing a Bulb (page 196).C
See Refueling (page 120).D
See Changing a Road Wheel (page 217).E
Tire pressures. See Technical Specifications (page 224).F

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At a Glance

See Towing Points (page 168).G
See First Aid Kit (page 173). See Warning Triangle (page 173). See Temporary

Mobility Kit (page 209). Spare wheel, jack and wheel brace. See Changing a
Road Wheel (page 217). Towing eye. See Towing Points (page 168). Fuel

funnel. See Running Out of Fuel (page 119).

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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 100).

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 21).

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 163).

Note: You may need to raise or remove the
head restraint to ease installation. See
Head Restraints (page 100).

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 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 100).

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 100).

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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

1

C, D, E

1

Size class

Rear outboard seat ISOFIX

IL, IUF

3

IL

2

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.

1

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.

2

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.

3

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

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 104).

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.

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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.

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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 100). 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.

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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.

SIDE AIRBAGS

WARNING

Use seat covers designed for seats
with side airbags. Have these fitted
by an authorized dealer.

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Supplementary Restraints System