Get Instrument Cluster -> WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS Guide for Ford Ecosport SUV First Generation (2004-2012)

Instrument Cluster

Fuel Gauge

Anti-lock Braking System(If Equipped)

Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge will

indicate approximately how much fuel is

left in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge may

vary slightly when your vehicle is moving

or on a gradient. The arrow adjacent to the

fuel pump symbol indicates on which side

of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

If it illuminates when you are

driving, this indicates a

malfunction. You will continue

to have normal braking (without Anti-lock

braking system). Have the system checked

by an authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

Maximum Engine Speed

Anti-theft System Indicator

The electronic management system, under

certain conditions, limits the engine speed

(fuel cut-off) below a preset value, in order

to avoid engine damage. This speed limit

can occur when the vehicle is stopped or

during speeds less than 10 km/h, not being

considered as an engine failure.

Flashes when the Anti-theft

System (PATS) has been

E144845

activated.

Airbag(If Equipped)

If it illuminates when driving, this

indicates a malfunction. Have

the system checked by an

WARNING

When the engine is running, keep

clothing, such as neckties, and any

other objects away from the rotating

engine components in order to avoid

serious injuries.

authorized dealer..

Battery Charge System

If it illuminates when driving, this

indicates a malfunction. Switch

WARNING LAMPS AND

INDICATORS

off all unnecessary electrical

equipment. Have the system checked by

an authorized dealer immediately.

The following warning lamps and

Brake System

indicators will alert you to a vehicle

condition that may become serious. Some

lamps will 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.

It illuminates when you apply the

parking brake or when the brake

fluid level is low or if the

anti-lock braking system (if equipped) is

malfunctioning .

WARNING

Reduce your speed gradually and

stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe

to do so. Use your brakes with care.

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.

Ecosport (CBW) India

Instrument Cluster

If it illuminates when you are driving, check

Front Fog Lamp (If Equipped)

that the parking brake is not applied. If the

parking brake is not applied, this indicates

a malfunction. Have the system checked

by an authorized dealer immediately.

It will illuminate when you switch

the front fog lamps on.

Glow Plug(If Equipped)

Coolant Temperature

WARNING

Do not resume your journey if it

illuminates in red color despite the

level being correct. Have the system

checked by an authorized dealer

immediately.

If it illuminates, wait until the

light goes off before starting.

Headlamp

It will illuminate when you switch

the headlamp beam or the

parking lamps on.

If the blue lamp stays on or

illuminates after starting the

Hill Start Assist(If Equipped)

engine or while driving, this

indicates that the engine is cold and its

performance can be reduced. If you keep

the engine running this lamp should switch

off after a few minutes, this indicates that

the engine has reached its normal working

temperature.

If it illuminates when your are

driving this indicates a

malfunction.

E95339

Information Indicator (If Equipped)

If the red lamp stays on or illuminates after

starting the engine or while driving, this

indicates an engine coolant malfunction.

Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to

do so and switch the engine off. Check the

coolant level. See Engine Coolant Check

(page 119).

It will illuminate when a new

message is stored in the

information display. It will be red

or amber in color depending on the severity

of the message and will remain on until the

cause of the message has been rectified.

See Information Messages (page 53).

Direction Indicator

Low Fuel Level

Flashes during operation. A

sudden increase in the rate of

flashing warns of a failed

If it illuminates when driving,

refuel as soon as possible.

indicator bulb. See Changing a Bulb

(page 121).

Main Beam

It will illuminate when you switch

the headlamp main beam on. It

will flash when you use the

headlamp flasher.

Doors Open (If Equipped)

Illuminates when the ignition is

switched on and any door, the

hood or the luggage

compartment is not closed properly.

Ecosport (CBW) India

Instrument Cluster

If it stays on after starting or

Engine warning lamps

Malfunction indicator lamp

illuminates when driving, this

indicates a malfunction. 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 117).

Powertrain warning lamp

Power Steering

If it illuminates when driving, this

indicates a malfunction of the

power steering system. You will

continue to have full steering but will need

to exert greater force on the steering

wheel. Have the system checked by an

authorized dealer as soon as possible.

All vehicles

If either lamp illuminates when the engine

is running, this indicates a fault. The engine

will continue to run but it may have limited

power. If it flashes when you are driving,

reduce the speed of your vehicle

Rear Fog Lamp(If Equipped)

It will illuminate when you switch

immediately. If it continues to flash, avoid

heavy acceleration or deceleration. Have

the system checked by a properly trained

technician immediately.

the rear fog lamps on.

Safety Belt Minder(If Equipped)

WARNING

See Safety Belt Minder (page

Have this checked immediately.

19).

Stability Control(If Equipped)

If both lamps illuminate together, stop your

vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so

(continued use may cause reduced power

and cause the engine to stop). Turn the

ignition off and attempt to restart the

engine. If the engine restarts have the

system checked by a properly trained

technician immediately. If the engine does

not restart the vehicle must be checked

before continuing your journey.

While driving, it flashes during

activation of the system. After

E138639

switching on the ignition, if it

does not illuminate or illuminates

continuously while driving, this indicates a

malfunction. During a malfunction, the

system switches off. Have the system

checked by an authorized dealer as soon

as possible.

Oil Pressure

WARNING

Do not resume your journey if it

illuminates despite the level being

correct. Have the system checked by

an authorized dealer immediately.

Stability Control Off (If Equipped)

It will illuminate when you switch

the system off. It will go out

when you switch the system

back on or when you switch the ignition

off.

Ecosport (CBW) India

Instrument Cluster -> WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS for Your Ford Ecosport SUV First Generation (2004-2012)

Related Topics

Popular Owner Manuals

Latest Owner Manuals