Get Engine Emission Control Guide for Ford Kuga SUV 2020

Engine Emission Control

Note: Resulting component damage may

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.

On-Board Diagnostics System

WARNING: Do not park, idle or

drive your vehicle on dry grass or other

dry ground cover. The emission system

heats up the engine compartment and

exhaust system, creating the risk of fire.

Your vehicle has an on-board diagnostics

system that monitors the emission control

system. If any of the following warning

lamps illuminate, this may indicate that

the on-board diagnostics system has

detected an emission control system

malfunction.

WARNING: The normal operating

temperature of the exhaust system is

very high. Never work around or attempt

to repair any part of the exhaust system

until it has cooled. Use special care when

working around the catalytic converter.

The catalytic converter heats up to a very

high temperature after only a short

period of engine operation and stays hot

after the engine is switched off.

WARNING: Exhaust leaks may

result in entry of harmful and potentially

lethal fumes into the passenger

Continuing to drive your vehicle may cause

reduced power or the engine to stop.

Failure to respond to a warning lamp may

cause component damage not covered by

the vehicle Warranty. Have your vehicle

checked as soon as possible.

compartment. If you smell exhaust

fumes inside your vehicle, have your

vehicle inspected immediately. Do not

drive if you smell exhaust fumes.

See Warning Lamps and Indicators

(page 104).

Your vehicle has various emission control

components and a catalytic converter that

enables it to comply with applicable

exhaust emission standards.

SELECTIVE CATALYTIC

REDUCTANT SYSTEM -

VEHICLES WITH: 6.5 INCH

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

DISPLAY SCREEN/12.3 INCH

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

DISPLAY SCREEN

Your vehicle has a selective catalytic

reductant system. This reduces exhaust

emission levels by injecting AdBlue® into

the exhaust system. The engine does not

start if you tamper with or disable the

selective catalytic reductant system.

To avoid damaging the catalytic converter:

•

Do not crank the engine for more than

10 seconds at a time.

Do not run the engine with a spark plug

lead disconnected.

Do not push-start or tow-start your

vehicle. Use booster cables. See Jump

Starting the Vehicle (page 345).

•

Do not switch the ignition off when your

vehicle is moving.

•

Do not use leaded fuel.

Avoid running out of fuel.

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For the system to correctly operate, you

Filling the AdBlue® Tank

must maintain the fluid level.

Note: When you switch the engine off the

selective catalytic reductant system pump

runs for a short period of time. This is

normal.

AdBlue® Guidelines

•

Only use AdBlue® certified to

ISO-22241.

•

Do not put AdBlue® in the vehicle fuel

tank. This can cause engine damage

not covered by the vehicle Warranty.

•

Do not put fuel or any additives in the

AdBlue® tank. This can cause damage

not covered by the vehicle Warranty.

•

Do not overfill the AdBlue® tank.

Do not dilute with water or any other

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liquid.

The AdBlue® tank filler pipe is next to the

fuel tank filler pipe and has a blue cap. Fill

the tank using a fluid pump at an AdBlue®

filling station or an AdBlue® container.

•

Do not re-use an empty fluid container.

Do not store in direct sunlight.

Store at temperatures between -5°C

(23°F) and 20°C (68°F).

Filling in Cold Climates

AdBlue® may freeze when the

•

Do not store fluid containers in your

vehicle.

The fluid is non-flammable, non-toxic,

temperature is below -11°C (12°F). Your

vehicle has a preheating system which

allows the fluid to operate below -11°C

(12°F). If you overfill the AdBlue® tank and

the fluid freezes, it may cause damage not

covered by the vehicle Warranty.

colorless and water-soluble.

Immediately remove any residue on

painted surfaces when filling with

AdBlue®.

Note: It may not be possible to fully fill the

AdBlue® tank when the temperature is

below -11°C (12°F).

Note: If the AdBlue® tank is frozen, it could

not correctly display the fluid level or

recognize when you fill the tank. The

AdBlue® level updates when the tank

completely thaws out.

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Filling the AdBlue® Tank Using a

Fuel Station Pump

WARNING: Do not allow diesel

exhaust fluid (AdBlue) to come into

contact with eyes, skin or clothing.

Should the fluid come into contact with

eyes, flush them with plenty of water and

seek medical attention. Clean affected

skin with soap and water. If swallowed,

drink plenty of water and seek medical

attention immediately.

WARNING:Refill the diesel exhaust

fluid (AdBlue) tank in a well-ventilated

area. When removing the tank cap or a

container cap, ammonia vapor may

escape. Ammonia vapor is an irritant to

the eyes, skin and mucous membranes.

Inhaling ammonia vapor can cause

burning to the eyes, throat and nose

resulting in watering eyes or severe

coughing.

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4. Operate the AdBlue® pump nozzle

within the area shown.

Note: The pump nozzle shuts off when the

tank is full.

5. Slightly raise the AdBlue® pump nozzle

and then slowly remove it.

6. Replace the AdBlue® tank filler cap.

Turn it clockwise until you feel a strong

resistance and it clicks.

Do not attempt to start the engine if you

have filled the AdBlue® tank with incorrect

fluid. Incorrect fluid use could cause

damage not covered by the vehicle

Warranty. Have your vehicle checked as

soon as possible.

Filling the AdBlue® tank using a fuel

station pump is similar to refueling your

vehicle.

1. Fully open the fuel filler door.

Filling the AdBlue® Tank Using a

Container

WARNING: Do not allow diesel

exhaust fluid (AdBlue) to come into

contact with eyes, skin or clothing.

Should the fluid come into contact with

eyes, flush them with plenty of water and

seek medical attention. Clean affected

skin with soap and water. If swallowed,

drink plenty of water and seek medical

attention immediately.

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2. Remove the AdBlue® tank filler cap.

3. Fully insert the AdBlue® pump nozzle.

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7. Allow any fluid remaining in the spout

to drain back into the container.

WARNING:Refill the diesel exhaust

fluid (AdBlue) tank in a well-ventilated

area. When removing the tank cap or a

container cap, ammonia vapor may

escape. Ammonia vapor is an irritant to

the eyes, skin and mucous membranes.

Inhaling ammonia vapor can cause

burning to the eyes, throat and nose

resulting in watering eyes or severe

coughing.

8. Remove the spout from the AdBlue®

tank filler pipe.

9. Remove the spout from the AdBlue®

container and replace the cap.

10. Replace the AdBlue® tank filler cap.

Turn it clockwise until you feel a

strong resistance and it clicks.

Do not attempt to start the engine if you

have filled the AdBlue® tank with incorrect

fluid. Incorrect fluid use could cause

damage not covered by the vehicle

Warranty. Have your vehicle checked as

soon as possible.

Use containers that have a seal on the

spout.

Always follow the manufacturer's

instructions.

1. Remove the fluid container cap.

Checking the AdBlue® Level

1. Press the menu button on the steering

wheel to enter the information display

main menu.

2. Place the spout on to the container and

tighten it until you feel a strong

resistance.

2. Select Select screens.

3. Select AdBlue® info.

Checking the AdBlue® Range

1. Press the menu button on the steering

wheel to enter the information display

main menu.

2. Select Select screens.

3. Select AdBlue® range.

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AdBlue® Consumption

3. Remove the AdBlue® tank filler cap.

AdBlue® consumption is directly related

to fuel consumption and is governed by

many factors, for example driving style,

high speed driving, stop-start driving, air

conditioning usage, add-on accessories,

payload and towing. The AdBlue®

consumption may vary between 1% and

6% of the fuel consumption.

4. Insert the spout into the AdBlue® tank

filler pipe until the seal on the spout

fully seats.

5. Pour the fluid into the tank.

Note: The fluid stops flowing when the

tank is full.

6. Return the container to the vertical

position slightly below the AdBlue®

tank filler pipe.

AdBlue® consumption is specified for a

vehicle variant and not for a single car.

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If the warning lamp illuminates, the

Selective Catalytic Reductant

System Warning Lamp

The warning lamp illuminates if

the system detects the fluid level

is low or if there is a system

malfunction.

information display messages give you an

indication whether the concern is fluid

related or if there is a selective catalytic

reductant system malfunction. If the

warning lamp illuminates when your

vehicle is moving, and the fluid is at a

sufficient level, this indicates a system

malfunction. Have your vehicle checked

as soon as possible.

Selective Catalytic Reductant System Information Messages

AdBlue® Level

Message

Action

AdBlue® low Range :

XXXX km Refill soon

Indicates the approximate distance remaining before the

AdBlue® tank becomes empty. Refill the AdBlue® tank as

soon as possible.

AdBlue® low Range :

XXXX mls Refill soon

AdBlue® low No engine Indicates the approximate distance remaining before the

start in XXXX km

AdBlue® tank becomes empty. The engine would not restart

if you switch the ignition off. Refill the AdBlue® tank as soon

as possible.

AdBlue® low No engine

start in XXXX mls

AdBlue® level empty.

Refill to start engine

The AdBlue® tank is empty. The engine would not restart if

you switch the ignition off. Refill the AdBlue® tank. The

minimum AdBlue® refill quantity required to restart the engine

is available in the information display.

Note: When filling the AdBlue® tank from empty, there may be a short period before the

increased AdBlue® level is registered.

Note: If the AdBlue® tank freezes at low level, the displayed remaining distance could be

reduced.

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AdBlue® Malfunction

Message

Action

AdBlue® system

malfunction Service

required

The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked

as soon as possible.

AdBlue® system No

Indicates the approximate distance before a detected system

engine start in XXXX km fault would restrict the engine from starting. The engine would

not restart if you switch the ignition off. Have your vehicle

AdBlue® system No

checked as soon as possible.

engine start in XXXX mls

AdBlue® system Service The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked

required to start engine as soon as possible.

•

Do not put fuel or any additives in the

AdBlue® tank. This can cause damage

not covered by the vehicle Warranty.

SELECTIVE CATALYTIC

REDUCTANT SYSTEM -

VEHICLES WITH: 4.2 INCH

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

DISPLAY SCREEN

Your vehicle has a selective catalytic

reductant system. This reduces exhaust

emission levels by injecting AdBlue® into

the exhaust system. The engine does not

start if you tamper with or disable the

selective catalytic reductant system.

•

Do not overfill the AdBlue® tank.

Do not dilute with water or any other

liquid.

•

Do not re-use an empty fluid container.

Do not store in direct sunlight.

Store at temperatures between -5°C

(23°F) and 20°C (68°F).

•

Do not store fluid containers in your

vehicle.

The fluid is non-flammable, non-toxic,

For the system to correctly operate, you

colorless and water-soluble.

must maintain the fluid level.

Immediately remove any residue on

painted surfaces when filling with

AdBlue®.

Note: When you switch the engine off the

selective catalytic reductant system pump

runs for a short period of time. This is

normal.

AdBlue® Guidelines

•

Only use AdBlue® certified to

ISO-22241.

•

Do not put AdBlue® in the vehicle fuel

tank. This can cause engine damage

not covered by the vehicle Warranty.

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Filling the AdBlue® Tank

Filling the AdBlue® Tank Using a

Fuel Station Pump

WARNING: Do not allow diesel

exhaust fluid (AdBlue) to come into

contact with eyes, skin or clothing.

Should the fluid come into contact with

eyes, flush them with plenty of water and

seek medical attention. Clean affected

skin with soap and water. If swallowed,

drink plenty of water and seek medical

attention immediately.

WARNING:Refill the diesel exhaust

fluid (AdBlue) tank in a well-ventilated

area. When removing the tank cap or a

container cap, ammonia vapor may

escape. Ammonia vapor is an irritant to

the eyes, skin and mucous membranes.

Inhaling ammonia vapor can cause

burning to the eyes, throat and nose

resulting in watering eyes or severe

coughing.

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The AdBlue® tank filler pipe is next to the

fuel tank filler pipe and has a blue cap. Fill

the tank using a fluid pump at an AdBlue®

filling station or an AdBlue® container.

Filling the AdBlue® tank using a fuel

station pump is similar to refueling your

vehicle.

Filling in Cold Climates

AdBlue® may freeze when the

1. Fully open the fuel filler door.

temperature is below -11°C (12°F). Your

vehicle has a preheating system which

allows the fluid to operate below -11°C

(12°F). If you overfill the AdBlue® tank and

the fluid freezes, it may cause damage not

covered by the vehicle Warranty.

Note: It may not be possible to fully fill the

AdBlue® tank when the temperature is

below -11°C (12°F).

Note: If the AdBlue® tank is frozen, it could

not correctly display the fluid level or

recognize when you fill the tank. The

AdBlue® level updates when the tank

completely thaws out.

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2. Remove the AdBlue® tank filler cap.

3. Fully insert the AdBlue® pump nozzle.

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WARNING:Refill the diesel exhaust

fluid (AdBlue) tank in a well-ventilated

area. When removing the tank cap or a

container cap, ammonia vapor may

escape. Ammonia vapor is an irritant to

the eyes, skin and mucous membranes.

Inhaling ammonia vapor can cause

burning to the eyes, throat and nose

resulting in watering eyes or severe

coughing.

Use containers that have a seal on the

spout.

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Always follow the manufacturer's

instructions.

4. Operate the AdBlue® pump nozzle

within the area shown.

1. Remove the fluid container cap.

2. Place the spout on to the container and

tighten it until you feel a strong

resistance.

Note: The pump nozzle shuts off when the

tank is full.

5. Slightly raise the AdBlue® pump nozzle

and then slowly remove it.

6. Replace the AdBlue® tank filler cap.

Turn it clockwise until you feel a strong

resistance and it clicks.

Do not attempt to start the engine if you

have filled the AdBlue® tank with incorrect

fluid. Incorrect fluid use could cause

damage not covered by the vehicle

Warranty. Have your vehicle checked as

soon as possible.

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Filling the AdBlue® Tank Using a

Container

3. Remove the AdBlue® tank filler cap.

4. Insert the spout into the AdBlue® tank

filler pipe until the seal on the spout

fully seats.

WARNING: Do not allow diesel

exhaust fluid (AdBlue) to come into

contact with eyes, skin or clothing.

Should the fluid come into contact with

eyes, flush them with plenty of water and

seek medical attention. Clean affected

skin with soap and water. If swallowed,

drink plenty of water and seek medical

attention immediately.

5. Pour the fluid into the tank.

Note: The fluid stops flowing when the

tank is full.

6. Return the container to the vertical

position slightly below the AdBlue®

tank filler pipe.

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7. Allow any fluid remaining in the spout

AdBlue® Consumption

to drain back into the container.

AdBlue® consumption is directly related

to fuel consumption and is governed by

many factors, for example driving style,

high speed driving, stop-start driving, air

conditioning usage, add-on accessories,

payload and towing. The AdBlue®

consumption may vary between 1% and

6% of the fuel consumption.

8. Remove the spout from the AdBlue®

tank filler pipe.

9. Remove the spout from the AdBlue®

container and replace the cap.

10. Replace the AdBlue® tank filler cap.

Turn it clockwise until you feel a

strong resistance and it clicks.

Do not attempt to start the engine if you

have filled the AdBlue® tank with incorrect

fluid. Incorrect fluid use could cause

damage not covered by the vehicle

Warranty. Have your vehicle checked as

soon as possible.

AdBlue® consumption is specified for a

vehicle variant and not for a single car.

Selective Catalytic Reductant

System Warning Lamp

The warning lamp illuminates if

the system detects the fluid level

is low or if there is a system

malfunction.

Checking the AdBlue® Level

1. Using the information display controls

on the steering wheel, select Settings.

If the warning lamp illuminates, the

information display messages give you an

indication whether the concern is fluid

related or if there is a selective catalytic

reductant system malfunction. If the

warning lamp illuminates when your

vehicle is moving, and the fluid is at a

sufficient level, this indicates a system

malfunction. Have your vehicle checked

as soon as possible.

2. Select Information.

3. Select AdBlue®.

Selective Catalytic Reductant System Information Messages

AdBlue® Level

Message

Action

AdBlue® low Range :

XXXX km Refill soon

Indicates the approximate distance remaining before the

AdBlue® tank becomes empty. Refill the AdBlue® tank as

soon as possible.

AdBlue® low Range :

XXXX mls Refill soon

AdBlue® low No engine Indicates the approximate distance remaining before the

start in XXXX km

AdBlue® tank becomes empty. The engine would not restart

if you switch the ignition off. Refill the AdBlue® tank as soon

as possible.

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Message

Action

AdBlue® low No engine

start in XXXX mls

AdBlue® level empty.

Refill to start engine

The AdBlue® tank is empty. The engine would not restart if

you switch the ignition off. Refill the AdBlue® tank. The

minimum AdBlue® refill quantity required to restart the engine

is available in the information display. See Information

Displays (page 110).

Note: When filling the AdBlue® tank from empty, there may be a short period before the

increased AdBlue® level is registered.

Note: If the AdBlue® tank freezes at low level, the displayed remaining distance could be

reduced.

AdBlue® Malfunction

Message

Action

AdBlue® system

malfunction Service

required

The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked

as soon as possible.

AdBlue® system No

Indicates the approximate distance before a detected system

engine start in XXXX km fault would restrict the engine from starting. The engine would

not restart if you switch the ignition off. Have your vehicle

AdBlue® system No

checked as soon as possible.

engine start in XXXX mls

AdBlue® system Service The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked

required to start engine as soon as possible.

To reduce the risk of causing damage to

the gasoline particulate filter:

GASOLINE PARTICULATE

•

Do not crank the engine for more than

FILTER

10 seconds at a time.

Do not push-start or tow-start your

vehicle. Use booster cables.

WARNING: Do not park or idle your

Do not switch the ignition off when your

vehicle over dry leaves, dry grass or other

combustible materials. The regeneration

process creates very high exhaust gas

temperatures and the exhaust will

radiate a considerable amount of heat

during and after regeneration and after

you have switched the engine off. This is

a potential fire hazard.

vehicle is moving.

Do not ignore warning lamps, indicators

or information messages.

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To assist passive regeneration, we

Gasoline Particulate Filter

Regeneration

recommend that you make occasional

journeys that allow you to:

Particles in the exhaust gas collect in the

gasoline particulate filter causing a gradual

restriction over time. This restriction is

removed through a regeneration process

controlled by the engine control system.

The regeneration process converts the

particles in the exhaust gas into harmless

gases.

•

Drive at a varied range of conditions,

including highway conditions for a

minimum of 20 minutes.

•

Avoid prolonged engine idling.

Select a suitable gear to maintain

engine speed between 1500 and 4000

RPM.

Regeneration occurs during normal driving,

to varying degrees depending on how you

drive. Passive regeneration occurs when

you drive at moderate to high speed but if

you generally drive short distances at low

speed, the engine control system could

actively raise the exhaust gas temperature

to remove the particles that have collected

in the filter to make sure that it continues

to correctly operate.

If the filter is saturated or is approaching

saturation, a warning lamp illuminates or

a message appears in the information

display.

Note: A warning lamp illuminates and a

message appears in the information display

on some vehicles.

If you do not take action when a warning

lamp illuminates or a message appears in

the information display, you could cause

damage not covered by the vehicle

Warranty.

Gasoline Particulate Filter

Warning Lamps and Indicators

Malfunction indicator lamp.

Gasoline Particulate Filter Information Messages

Message

Action

Exhaust filter at limit Drive

to clean

•

Drive at a varied range of conditions, including highway

conditions for 20 minutes or until the message disap-

pears.

•

Avoid prolonged engine idling.

Select a suitable gear to maintain engine speed

between 1500 and 4000 RPM.

Exhaust filter over limit

Service now

•

Drive at a moderate speed.

Avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration.

Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

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To avoid damaging the diesel particulate

filter:

DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER

•

Do not crank the engine for more than

10 seconds at a time.

WARNING: Do not park or idle your

vehicle over dry leaves, dry grass or other

combustible materials. The regeneration

process creates very high exhaust gas

temperatures and the exhaust will

radiate a considerable amount of heat

during and after regeneration and after

you have switched the engine off. This is

a potential fire hazard.

•

Do not push-start or tow-start your

vehicle. Use booster cables. See Jump

Starting the Vehicle (page 345).

•

Do not switch the ignition off when your

vehicle is moving.

Do not ignore warning lamps or

information messages regarding

exhaust system cleaning and

regeneration.

WARNING: The normal operating

temperature of the exhaust system is

very high. Never work around or attempt

to repair any part of the exhaust system

until it has cooled. Use special care when

working around the diesel oxidation

catalytic converter or the diesel

Note: This could result in damage not

covered by the vehicle Warranty.

On-Board Diagnostics System

Your vehicle has an on-board diagnostics

system that monitors the emission control

system. If any of the following warning

lamps illuminate, this indicates that the

on-board diagnostics system has detected

an emission control system malfunction.

particulate filter. The diesel oxidation

catalytic converter and the diesel

particulate filter heat up to very high

temperatures after only a short period

of engine operation and remain hot after

you switch the engine off.

Engine coolant temperature

warning lamp.

WARNING: Exhaust leaks may

result in entry of harmful and potentially

lethal fumes into the passenger

Ignition warning lamp.

compartment. If you smell exhaust

fumes inside your vehicle, have your

vehicle inspected immediately. Do not

drive if you smell exhaust fumes.

Malfunction indicator lamp.

Powertrain warning Lamp.

Water in fuel warning lamp.

Your vehicle has various emission control

components and a diesel particulate filter

that enables it to comply with applicable

exhaust emission standards. It filters

harmful diesel particulates, for example

soot from the exhaust gas.

If you continue to drive your vehicle with a

warning lamp illuminated, the engine could

stop without warning. This could result in

damage not covered by the vehicle

warranty. Have your vehicle checked as

soon as possible.

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See Warning Lamps and Indicators

Diesel particulate filter warning

lamp.

(page 104).

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Diesel Particulate Filter Automatic

Regeneration

If the diesel particulate filter is near or at

saturation, a warning lamp or information

message appears in the information

display. Drive your vehicle in a manner to

allow effective diesel particulate filter

cleaning.

The warning lamp continues to illuminate

until the automatic regeneration process

completes. Continue to drive your vehicle

in a manner to allow effective diesel

particulate filter cleaning until the warning

lamp turns off.

WARNING: Do not park or idle your

vehicle over dry leaves, dry grass or other

combustible materials. The regeneration

process creates very high exhaust gas

temperatures and the exhaust will

radiate a considerable amount of heat

during and after regeneration and after

you have switched the engine off. This is

a potential fire hazard.

Failure to carry out regeneration when

required could result in a clogged diesel

particulate filter. If the diesel particulate

filter fills beyond the regeneration

threshold, the system disables the ability

to carry out regeneration. This could result

in damage not covered by the vehicle

warranty.

WARNING: The normal operating

temperature of the exhaust system is

very high. Never work around or attempt

to repair any part of the exhaust system

until it has cooled. Use special care when

working around the diesel oxidation

catalytic converter or the diesel

particulate filter. The diesel oxidation

catalytic converter and the diesel

particulate filter heat up to very high

temperatures after only a short period

of engine operation and remain hot after

you switch the engine off.

Where vehicle use meets any of the

following conditions:

•

Driving short distances.

Prolonged engine idling.

Frequently switching the engine on and

off.

The diesel particulate filter on your vehicle

requires periodic regeneration to maintain

correct operation. The emission control

system automatically carries out this

process. As soot gathers in the system it

begins to restrict the filter. The soot that

gathers inside the filter is cleaned in two

different ways, passive regeneration and

active regeneration. Both methods occur

automatically and require no actions from

the driver. During automatic regeneration,

the system cleans the diesel particulate

filter by oxidizing the soot. Cleaning

happens during normal engine operating

conditions at varying levels depending on

driving conditions.

•

High levels of acceleration and

deceleration.

We recommend you assist the

regeneration process by:

•

Avoiding prolonged engine idling.

Drive your vehicle in a manner to allow

effective cleaning. Drive at a steady

vehicle speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) or

above for approximately 20 minutes.

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If the soot load in the diesel

particulate filter reaches a

critical level, the malfunction

indicator lamp illuminates with the diesel

particulate filter warning message. A

service regeneration must be performed

to recover the particulate filter. Have your

vehicle checked as soon as possible to

prevent further damage.

Automatic regeneration raises the exhaust

temperature to eliminate the soot

particles. During cleaning, soot particles

are converted to harmless gasses. Once

cleaned, the diesel particulate filter

continues to trap harmful diesel particles.

If you are driving your vehicle in a manner

that allows effective cleaning, a message

may appear in the information display to

indicate automatic regeneration is in

progress.

If you are not driving your vehicle in a

manner that allows effective cleaning, a

message may appear in the information

display to instruct you to drive in a manner

that allows automatic regeneration.

The automatic regeneration process is

most effective when you drive at a steady

vehicle speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) or

above for approximately 20 minutes. The

frequency and duration of the regeneration

process varies by how you drive your

vehicle, the outside air temperature and

altitude. Frequency varies between 160 km

(100 mi) and 500 km (310 mi) and each

regeneration process lasts between 10 and

20 minutes.

Note: Changes in the engine or exhaust

sound may be heard during the regeneration

process.

Note: During regeneration at low speed or

engine idle, you could smell a hot metallic

odor and could notice a clicking metallic

sound. This is due to the high temperatures

reached during the regeneration process.

This is normal.

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Kuga (CTD) Vehicles Built From: 22-06-2021, CG3851en enGBR, Edition date: 202104, First-Printing

Engine Emission Control for Your Ford Kuga SUV 2020

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