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Driving Hints
REDUCED ENGINE
PERFORMANCE
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
The following helps to improve fuel
consumption:
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Regularly check your tire pressures and
make sure that they are inflated to the
correct pressure. See General
Information (page 389).
Follow the recommended maintenance
schedule and carry out the
recommended checks.
WARNING: If you continue to drive
your vehicle when the engine is
overheating, the engine could stop
without warning. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle.
If the engine coolant temperature gauge
needle moves to the upper limit position,
the engine is overheating. See Gauges
(page 98).
You must only drive your vehicle for a short
distance if the engine overheats. The
distance you can travel depends on
ambient temperature, vehicle load and
terrain. The engine continues to operate
with limited power for a short period of
time.
If the engine temperature continues to rise,
the fuel supply to the engine reduces. The
air conditioning switches off and the engine
cooling fan operates continually.
1. Gradually reduce your speed and stop
your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.
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Plan your journey and check the traffic
before you set off.
Avoid idling the engine in cold weather
or for extended periods. Start the
engine only when you are ready to set
off.
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Do not carry unnecessary weight in your
vehicle as extra weight wastes fuel.
Do not add unnecessary accessories
to the exterior of your vehicle, for
example running boards. If you use a
roof rack, remember to fold it down or
remove it when not in use.
Drive smoothly, accelerate gently and
anticipate the road ahead to avoid
heavy braking.
Switch off all electric systems when
not in use, for example air conditioning.
Make sure that you unplug any
accessories from the auxiliary power
points when not in use.
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2. Immediately switch the engine off to
prevent severe engine damage.
3. Wait for the engine to cool down.
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Shift into higher gears as early as
4. Check the coolant level. See Engine
possible to reduce engine RPM.
Coolant Check (page 372).
Shut all windows when driving at high
speeds.
5. Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
Do not shift into neutral when you are
braking or your vehicle is slowing down.
Avoid driving in lower temperatures,
driving short distances, or driving on
hilly terrain.
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Kuga (CTD) Vehicles Built From: 22-06-2021, CG3851en enGBR, Edition date: 202104, First-Printing
Driving Hints
Brakes and Clutch
COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of some
components and systems can be affected
at temperatures below approximately
-25°C (-13°F).
Avoid heavy use of the brakes and clutch
if possible for the first 160 km (100 mi) in
town and for the first 1,600 km (1,000 mi)
on freeways.
DRIVINGTHROUGHSHALLOW
WATER
PRECONDITIONING YOUR
VEHICLEFORCOLDWEATHER
DRIVING - PLUG-IN HYBRID
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (PHEV)
WARNING: Do not attempt to
cross a deep or flowing body of water.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.
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Fully charge your vehicle before
heading out into cold weather. This
helps maximize your driving range.
Plug in your vehicle to maintain the
best battery operating temperature
before driving.
When your vehicle is plugged in it uses
energy from your charging source to
heat the cabin and ensure maximum
battery charge level.
Note: Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of the front
rocker area of your vehicle.
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To maximize battery charge level, use
heated seats and a lower climate
control temperature setting.
Note: You can precondition your vehicle
prior to your departure using the FordPass
app.
BREAKING-IN
Tires
You need to break in new tires for
approximately 480 km (300 mi). During
this time, your vehicle may exhibit some
unusual driving characteristics.
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When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction could
be limited. After driving through water and
as soon as it is safe to do so:
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Kuga (CTD) Vehicles Built From: 22-06-2021, CG3851en enGBR, Edition date: 202104, First-Printing
