Fuel and refuelling -> Fuel filler flap for Your Ford Kuga SUV First Generation (2008-2012)

Fuel and refuelling  
CAUTIONS  
Use diesel that meets the  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
specification defined by EN 590, or  
WARNINGS  
the relevant national specification.  
Stop refuelling after the fuel nozzle  
stops the second time. Additional  
fuel will fill the expansion space in  
the fuel tank which could lead to fuel  
overflowing. Fuel spillage could be  
hazardous to other road users.  
Note: We recommend that you use only  
high quality fuel.  
Note: The use of additives or other  
engine treatments not approved by Ford  
is not recommended.  
Do not use any kind of flames or  
heat near the fuel system. The fuel  
system is under pressure. There is  
a risk of injury if the fuel system is leaking.  
Note: We do not recommend the  
prolonged use of additives intended to  
prevent fuel waxing.  
Long-term storage  
FUEL QUALITY - PETROL  
Most diesel fuels contain bio-diesel, it is  
recommended to fill the tank with purely  
mineral diesel (where available) or add an  
anti-oxidant prior to long-term storage of  
your vehicle exceeding two months. Your  
dealer can help you with a suitable  
anti-oxidant.  
CAUTION  
Do not use leaded petrol or petrol  
with additives containing other  
metallic compounds (e.g.  
manganese-based). They could damage  
the emission system.  
Note: We recommend that you use only  
high quality fuel without additives or other  
engine treatments.  
FUEL FILLER FLAP  
WARNINGS  
Use minimum 95 octane unleaded  
petrol that meets the specification defined  
by EN 228, or equivalent.  
Take care when refuelling to avoid  
spilling any residual fuel from the fuel  
nozzle.  
Do not use any kind of flames or  
heat near the fuel system. The fuel  
system is under pressure. There is  
a risk of injury if the fuel system is leaking.  
FUEL QUALITY - DIESEL  
WARNING  
Do not mix diesel with oil, petrol or  
other liquids. This could cause a  
chemical reaction.  
CAUTION  
If you use a high pressure spray to  
wash your vehicle, only spray the fuel  
filler flap briefly from a distance not  
less than 20 centimetres (8 inches).  
CAUTIONS  
Do not add kerosene, paraffin or  
petrol to diesel. This could cause  
damage to the fuel system.  
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Fuel and refuelling  
WARNING  
We recommend that you wait at  
least 10 seconds before removing  
the fuel nozzle to allow any residual  
fuel to drain into the fuel tank.  
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Press the flap to open it. Open the flap  
fully until it engages.  
When you insert the fuel nozzle, a spring  
loaded inhibitor will open if the correct size  
nozzle is detected. This helps to avoid  
filling up with the wrong fuel.  
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Slightly raise the fuel nozzle to remove it.  
WARNING  
A funnel is located in the glove box. Use  
this when refilling with a fuel can.  
Stop refuelling after the fuel nozzle  
stops the second time. Additional  
fuel will fill the expansion space in  
the fuel tank which could lead to fuel  
overflowing. Fuel spillage could be  
hazardous to other road users.  
CATALYTIC CONVERTER  
WARNING  
Do not park or idle your vehicle over  
dry leaves, dry grass or other  
combustible materials. The exhaust  
will radiate a considerable amount of heat  
during use, and after you have switched  
the engine off. This is a potential fire  
hazard.  
Driving with a catalytic  
converter  
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CAUTIONS  
Avoid running out of fuel.  
Insert the fuel nozzle up to and including  
the first notch on the nozzle. Keep it  
resting on the cover of the fuel pipe  
opening.  
Do not crank the engine for long  
periods.  
Do not run the engine when a spark  
plug lead is disconnected.  
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