Get Roadside Emergencies Guide for Ford Kuga SUV 2020

Roadside Emergencies

If your vehicle has a key system:

HAZARD FLASHERS

1. Switch off the ignition.

2. Switch to start position.

3. Switch off the ignition.

Note: The hazard flashers operate when

the ignition is in any position, or if the key is

not in the ignition. If used when the vehicle

is not running, the battery loses charge. As

a result, there may be insufficient power to

restart your vehicle.

The flasher control is on the

instrument panel. Use your

hazard flashers when your

vehicle is creating a safety hazard for other

motorists.

4. Switch on the ignition to re-enable the

fuel pump.

5. If the vehicle does not start, repeat

steps 1 through 4.

If your vehicle has a push button start

system:

1. Press START/STOP to switch off your

vehicle.

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Press the flasher control and all front

and rear direction indicators flash.

2. Press the brake pedal and

START/STOP to switch on your

vehicle.

3. Remove your foot from the brake pedal

and press START/STOP to switch off

your vehicle.

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Press the button again to switch them

off.

FUEL SHUTOFF

4. You can attempt to start the vehicle

by pressing the brake pedal and

START/STOP, or press START/STOP

without pressing the brake pedal.

WARNING:If your vehicle has been

involved in a crash, have the fuel system

checked. Failure to follow this instruction

could result in fire, personal injury or

death.

5. If the vehicle does not start, repeat

steps 1 through 4.

JUMPSTARTINGTHEVEHICLE

- EXCLUDING: FULL HYBRID

ELECTRIC VEHICLE (FHEV)/

PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC

VEHICLE (PHEV)

Note: When you try to restart your vehicle

after a fuel shutoff, the vehicle makes sure

that various systems are safe to restart.

Once the vehicle determines the systems

are safe, then the vehicle allows you to

restart.

Note: In the event that your vehicle does

not restart after your third attempt, contact

a qualified technician.

The fuel pump shutoff stops the flow of

fuel to the engine in the event of a

moderate to severe crash. Not every

impact causes a shutoff.

WARNING: Batteries normally

produce explosive gases which can

cause personal injury. Therefore, do not

allow flames, sparks or lighted

substances to come near the battery.

When working near the battery, always

shield your face and protect your eyes.

Always provide correct ventilation.

Should your vehicle shut off after a crash,

you may restart your vehicle.

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Note: In the illustration that follows, the

bottom vehicle represents the booster

vehicle.

WARNING: Keep batteries out of

reach of children. Batteries contain

sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,

eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when

working near the battery to protect

against possible splashing of acid

solution. In case of acid contact with skin

or eyes, flush immediately with water for

a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt

medical attention. If acid is swallowed,

call a physician immediately.

WARNING: Use only adequately

sized cables with insulated clamps.

WARNING: Make sure that the

cables are clear of any moving parts and

fuel delivery system parts.

Note: Do not attempt to push-start your

automatic transmission vehicle. Attempting

to push-start a vehicle with an automatic

transmission may cause transmission

damage.

Note: Do not disconnect the battery of the

disabled vehicle as this could damage the

vehicle electrical system.

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Preparing Your Vehicle

1. Pull the red rubber boot backward.

Connect the positive (+) jumper cable

to the positive (+) terminal of the

discharged battery.

2. Connect the other end of the positive

(+) jumper cable to the positive (+)

terminal of the booster vehicle battery.

Note: Use only a 12 volt supply to start your

vehicle.

Park the booster vehicle close to the hood

of the disabled vehicle, making sure the

two vehicles do not touch.

3. Connect the negative (-) jumper cable

to the negative (-) terminal of the

booster vehicle battery.

Connecting the Jumper Cables

WARNING: Do not connect the

negative jumper cable to any other part

of your vehicle. Use the ground point.

Note: If you are using a jump pack or

booster box, follow that manufacturer's

instructions.

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4. Make the final connection of the

negative (-) jumper cable to an

exposed metal part of the stalled

vehicle's engine, as shown in the

following illustration, away from the

battery and the fuel injection system,

or connect the negative (-) jumper

cable to a ground connection point if

available.

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1. Remove the negative (-) jumper cable

from the disabled vehicle.

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2. Remove the jumper cable on the

negative (-) terminal of the booster

vehicle battery.

3. Remove the jumper cable from the

positive (+) terminal of the booster

vehicle battery.

4. Remove the jumper cable from the

positive (+) terminal of the disabled

vehicle battery.

Starting the Engine

1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle

and moderately rev the engine, or

gently press the accelerator to keep

your engine speed between 2000 and

3000 RPM, as shown in your

tachometer.

2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.

5. Allow the engine to idle for at least one

3. Once you start the disabled vehicle, run

both vehicle engines for an additional

three minutes before disconnecting the

jumper cables.

minute.

Removing the Jumper Cables

Remove the jumper cables in the reverse

order that they were connected.

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Park the booster vehicle close to the hood

JUMPSTARTINGTHEVEHICLE

- FULL HYBRID ELECTRIC

VEHICLE (FHEV)/PLUG-IN

HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE

(PHEV)

of the disabled vehicle, making sure the

two vehicles do not touch.

Connecting the Jumper Cables

WARNING: Do not connect the

negative jumper cable to any other part

of your vehicle. Use the ground point.

WARNING: Batteries normally

produce explosive gases which can

cause personal injury. Therefore, do not

allow flames, sparks or lighted

Your vehicle has a 12-volt battery that has

two prongs accessible from under the

hood. Your vehicle can be jumped the

same way conventional vehicles can by

using these prongs. The illustration below

shows the two connector prongs used for

jump starting your vehicle.

substances to come near the battery.

When working near the battery, always

shield your face and protect your eyes.

Always provide correct ventilation.

WARNING: Keep batteries out of

reach of children. Batteries contain

sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,

eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when

working near the battery to protect

against possible splashing of acid

solution. In case of acid contact with skin

or eyes, flush immediately with water for

a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt

medical attention. If acid is swallowed,

call a physician immediately.

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WARNING: Use only adequately

sized cables with insulated clamps.

A. Positive prong (+).

B. Negative prong (-).

Note: If you are using a jump pack or

booster box, follow that manufacturer's

instructions.

Note: In the illustration that follows, the

bottom vehicle represents the booster

vehicle.

Note: Do not attempt to push-start your

automatic transmission vehicle. Attempting

to push-start a vehicle with an automatic

transmission may cause transmission

damage.

Note: Do not disconnect the battery of the

disabled vehicle as this could damage the

vehicle electrical system.

Preparing Your Vehicle

Note: Use only a 12-volt supply to start your

vehicle.

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Starting the Engine

1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle

and moderately rev the engine, or

gently press the accelerator to keep

your engine speed between 2000 and

3000 RPM, as shown in your

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1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable

to the positive (+) terminal of the

discharged battery. Pull the red rubber

boot backward.

2. Connect the other end of the positive

(+) jumper cable to the positive (+)

terminal of the booster vehicle battery.

tachometer.

2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.

3. Once you start the disabled vehicle, run

both vehicle engines for an additional

three minutes before disconnecting the

jumper cables.

3. Connect the negative (-) jumper cable

to the negative (-) terminal of the

booster vehicle battery.

Removing the Jumper Cables

Remove the jumper cables in the reverse

order that they were connected.

4. Make the final connection of the

negative (-) jumper cable to an

exposed metal part of the stalled

vehicle's engine, as shown in the

following illustration, away from the

battery and the fuel injection system,

or connect the negative (-) jumper

cable to a ground connection point if

available.

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After disconnecting the jumper cables, let

the disabled vehicle sit in Ready to Drive

mode for several minutes to charge the

12-volt battery. The disabled vehicle can

charge the 12-volt battery even if the

gasoline engine is off. The 12-volt battery

receives power from the high-voltage

battery.

TRANSPORTINGTHEVEHICLE

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1. Remove the negative (-) jumper cable

from the disabled vehicle.

2. Remove the jumper cable on the

negative (-) terminal of the booster

vehicle battery.

3. Remove the jumper cable from the

positive (+) terminal of the booster

vehicle battery.

4. Remove the jumper cable from the

positive (+) terminal of the disabled

vehicle battery.

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If you need to have your vehicle towed,

contact a professional towing service or,

if you are a member of a roadside

assistance program, your roadside

assistance service provider.

5. Allow the engine to idle for at least one

minute.

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We recommend the use of a wheel lift and

Installing the Recovery Hook

dollies or flatbed equipment to tow your

vehicle. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford

Motor Company has not approved a

slingbelt towing procedure. Vehicle

damage may occur if towed incorrectly, or

by any other means.

There is an installation point for the

recovery hook behind the fascia.

Note: The screw-in recovery hook has a

left-hand thread. Turn it counterclockwise

to install it. Make sure that the recovery

hook is fully tightened.

Ford Motor Company produces a towing

manual for all authorized tow truck

operators. Have your tow truck operator

refer to this manual for proper hook-up

and towing procedures for your vehicle.

It is acceptable to have your front-wheel

drive vehicle towed from the front if using

proper wheel lift equipment to raise the

front wheels off the ground. When towing

in this manner, the rear wheels can remain

on the ground.

Front-wheel drive vehicles must have the

front wheels placed on a tow dolly when

towing your vehicle from the rear using

wheel lift equipment. This prevents

damage to the transmission.

Towing an all-wheel or four-wheel drive

vehicle requires that all wheels be off the

ground, such as using a wheel lift and

dollies or flatbed equipment. This prevents

damage to the transmission, all-wheel or

four-wheel drive system and vehicle.

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Using a suitable tool, such as a screwdriver,

pry open the cover (1). Use the recessed

portion of the cover with the notch. Screw

in the recovery hook (2).

Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels

See Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels

(page 340).

TOWING POINTS

Due to local market requirements in some

countries, some vehicles may have a

recovery hook.

Recovery Hook Location

If your vehicle has a screw-in recovery

hook, it is in the luggage compartment

under the floor cover.

If your vehicle does not have a recovery

hook, you can purchase one from your

dealer.

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Roadside Emergencies for Your Ford Kuga SUV 2020

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