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EnglishInstrument Cluster -> Warning Lamps and Indicators for your Ford Kuga 2019-2025
Instrument Cluster
Information Display
Information that appears depends on your
vehicle settings. See General
Information (page 110).
WARNING: Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10
minutes for the cooling system to cool
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap
with a thick cloth to prevent the
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge indicates about how much
possibility of scalding and slowly remove
the cap. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury.
fuel is in the fuel tank.
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump
symbol indicates on which side of your
vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
Note: The fuel gauge may vary slightly
when your vehicle is moving or on a slope.
The following warning lamps and
indicators alert you to a vehicle condition
that may become serious. Some lamps
illuminate when you start your vehicle to
make sure they work. If any lamps remain
on after starting your vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning lamp for further
information.
Note: Some warning indicators appear in
the information display and function the
same as a warning lamp, but do not display
when you start your vehicle.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel level reminder displays and
sounds when the distance to empty
reaches 120 km (75 mi) to empty for
MyKey, and at 80 km (50 mi), 40 km
(25 mi), 20 km (10 mi) and 0 km (0 mi) for
all vehicle keys.
Note: The low fuel reminder can appear at
different fuel gauge positions depending on
fuel economy conditions. This variation is
normal.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped)
Gauge
The speed control system
Indicates engine coolant temperature. At
normal operating temperature, the level
indicator will be in the normal range. If the
engine coolant temperature exceeds the
normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as
safely possible, switch off the engine and
let the engine cool.
indicator light changes color to
indicate what mode the system
is in.
Illuminates white when you switch on the
adaptive cruise control system. Turns off
when the speed control system is turned
off.
Illuminates green when you engage the
adaptive cruise control system. Turns off
when you disengage the speed control
system.
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Instrument Cluster
Anti-Lock Braking System
Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)
If it illuminates when you are
Illuminates when you switch this
driving, this indicates a system
feature off or in conjunction with
error. You continue to have the
normal braking (without ABS) unless the
brake system warning lamp also
illuminates. Have the system checked by
an authorized dealer.
a message.
Brake System Warning Lamp
WARNING: Driving your vehicle
with the warning lamp on is dangerous.
A significant decrease in braking
Automatic High Beam Control(If
Equipped)
performance may occur. It may take you
longer to stop your vehicle. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the
parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury.
Illuminates when this feature is
on.
Auto Hold Active
Illuminates when the system
Note: Indicators vary depending on region.
holds your vehicle stationary.
This lamp is a dual function lamp and
illuminates when:
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You apply the parking brake with the
ignition on.
Your vehicle has a brake fault or low
brake fluid level, regardless of parking
brake position.
Auto Hold Unavailable
Illuminates when the system is
on, but unavailable to hold your
vehicle stationary.
If the lamp illuminates when you
are moving, you may have the
parking brake applied. Make sure
the parking brake is off. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as
possible if the lamp continues to
Auto Start-stop (If Equipped)
Illuminates when the engine
shuts down or in conjunction
with a message.
illuminate.
Cruise Control (If Equipped)
Illuminates when you switch this
Battery
feature on.
If it illuminates while driving, it
indicates a system error. Switch
E71340
off all unnecessary electrical
equipment and have the system checked
by an authorized dealer immediately.
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Instrument Cluster
Direction Indicator
Engine Oil
Illuminates when you switch on
If it illuminates with the engine
running or when you are driving,
this indicates a system error.
the left or right direction
indicator or the hazard flasher. If
they stay on or flash faster, check for a
burned out bulb.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check
(page 371).
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (If Equipped)
Note: Do not resume your journey if it
illuminates despite the level being correct.
Have the system immediately checked.
It illuminates when the AdBlue
level is low. If the AdBlue® level
is sufficient, this indicates a
system malfunction.
EV Charge(If Equipped)
Illuminates when you switch on
Door Ajar
this feature. See Plug-In Hybrid
Illuminates when the ignition is
on and any door is not
completely closed.
Vehicle Operation (page 184).
EV Later(If Equipped)
Illuminates when you switch on
Electric Park Brake
this feature. See Plug-In Hybrid
Note: Indicators vary depending on region.
Vehicle Operation (page 184).
Illuminates or flashes when the
EV Now (If Equipped)
electric parking brake has a
system error. See Electric
Parking Brake (page 244).
Illuminates when you switch on
this feature. See Plug-In Hybrid
Vehicle Operation (page 184).
Engine or Motor Coolant
Temperature
Illuminates when your vehicle
coolant temperature is high.
Stop your vehicle as soon as
possible, switch off your vehicle and let it
cool.
Fasten Seatbelt
Illuminates and a tone sounds
to remind you to fasten your
seatbelt. See Seatbelt
Reminder (page 32).
Fasten Rear Seatbelt (If Equipped)
Illuminates and a tone sounds
to signal the rear seatbelts are
E206718
not fastened.
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Instrument Cluster
Front Airbag
Hood Ajar
If it does not illuminate when you
Illuminates when the ignition is
on and the hood is not
completely closed.
switch the ignition on, continues
to flash or remains on when the
engine is running, this indicates a
malfunction. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Lamps On
Illuminates when you switch the
low beam headlamps or the
parking lamps on.
Front Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
Illuminates when you switch the
front fog lamps on.
Liftgate Ajar
Illuminates when the liftgate is
Frost Warning Lamp(If Equipped)
not completely closed.
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Low Beam Warning
WARNING:Even if the temperature
rises to above 4°C (39°F) there is no
guarantee that the road is free of hazards
caused by inclement weather.
Illuminates when the low beam
headlamp bulb is not functioning
properly.
Illuminates when the outside air
temperature is 4°C (39°F) or
below.
Low Fuel Level
Illuminates when the fuel level
is low or the fuel tank is nearly
empty. Refuel as soon as
Glow Plug Indicator(If Equipped)
possible.
With the key in the on position,
it illuminates when the glow plug
Low Tire Pressure Warning
heat is necessary as a starting
aid. Wait until it goes off before starting.
Illuminates when the tire
pressure is low. If the lamp
After you start the engine, the indicator
should turn off. When the engine is cold,
the indicator should always illuminate for
a short period.
remains on with the engine
running or when driving, check the tire
pressure as soon as possible.
It also illuminates momentarily when you
switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp
is functional. If it does not illuminate when
you switch the ignition on, or begins to
flash at any time, have the system checked
by an authorized dealer.
High Beam
Illuminates when you switch the
high beam headlamps on. It
flashes when you use the
headlamp flasher.
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Instrument Cluster
Low Washer Fluid
Shift Indicator (If Equipped)
Illuminates when the windshield
Illuminates to inform you that
washer fluid is low.
shifting to a higher or lower gear
as indicated may give better fuel
economy and lower CO2
E
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
emissions. It does not illuminate
during periods of high
If it illuminates when the engine
acceleration, braking or when
is running this indicates a
the clutch pedal is pressed.
malfunction. The On Board
Diagnostics system has detected a
malfunction of the vehicle emission control
system. If it flashes, engine misfire may be
occurring. Increased exhaust gas
temperatures could damage the catalytic
converter or other vehicle components.
Avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration
and have your vehicle immediately
serviced.
Stability Control
It flashes when the system is
active. If it remains illuminated
or does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, this indicates a
system error. During a system error the
system switches off. Have the system
immediately checked. See Using
Stability Control (page 253).
Powertrain Fault
Stability Control Off
Illuminates when the system
detects a powertrain or a
Illuminates when you switch the
4WD/AWD fault. Contact an
system off. It goes out when you
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
switch the system back on or
when you switch the ignition off. See
Ready to Drive (If Equipped)
Using Stability Control (page 253).
Illuminates when you have
Stop Safely Now (If Equipped)
switched on your vehicle and it
is ready to drive. A corresponding
Illuminates if your vehicle has an
message may appear stating ready to
drive.
electrical component fault or
failure that will cause your
vehicle to shutdown or enter into a limited
operating mode. You may also see a
message.
Rear Fog Lamps
Illuminates when you switch the
rear fog lamps on.
Vehicle Plugged in(If Equipped)
Illuminates when your vehicle is
plugged in. A corresponding
message may display after
attempting to start your vehicle.
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Instrument Cluster
Water-In-Fuel (If Equipped)
Illuminates when there is excess
water in the fuel filter.
Immediately drain off the water.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Keyless Warning Alert
The horn will sound twice when you exit
your vehicle with the passive key and your
vehicle is in ON, indicating your vehicle is
still on. The horn will also sound twice
when you exit your vehicle and attempt to
lock the doors manually while the passive
key is still in the vehicle. The doors will not
lock if the passive key remains in the
vehicle.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you remove the key from the
vehicle and you have left the headlamps
or parking lamps on.
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