Get Fuel and Refueling Guide for Ford Kuga SUV Second Generation (2013-2018)

Fuel and Refueling

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Automotive fuels can be harmful or

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as

gasoline is highly toxic and if

WARNINGS

swallowed can cause death or

permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed,

call a physician immediately, even if no

symptoms are immediately apparent.

The toxic effects of fuel may not be

visible for hours.

Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too

much fuel vapor of any kind can lead

to eye and respiratory tract irritation.

In severe cases, excessive or prolonged

breathing of fuel vapor can cause

serious illness and permanent injury.

Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If

fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove

contact lenses (if worn), flush with

water for 15 minutes and seek medical

attention. Failure to seek proper

medical attention could lead to

permanent injury.

Do not overfill the fuel tank. The

pressure in an overfilled tank may

cause leakage and lead to fuel spray

and fire.

The fuel system may be under

pressure. If you hear a hissing sound

near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel

capless fuel system), do not refuel until

the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray

out, which could cause serious personal

injury.

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Automotive fuels can cause serious

injury or death if misused or

mishandled.

Flow of fuel through a fuel pump

nozzle can produce static electricity.

This can cause a fire if you are filling

an ungrounded fuel container.

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Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed

through the skin. If fuel is splashed on

the skin, clothing or both, promptly

remove contaminated clothing and

wash skin thoroughly with soap and

water. Repeated or prolonged skin

contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes

skin irritation.

Fuel ethanol and gasoline may

contain benzene, which is a

cancer-causing agent.

When refueling always shut the

engine off and never allow sparks or

open flames near the filler neck.

Never smoke or use a cell phone while

refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely

hazardous under certain conditions. Avoid

inhaling excess fumes.

Be particularly careful if you are taking

“Antabuse” or other forms of disulfiram

for the treatment of alcoholism.

Breathing gasoline vapors, or skin

contact could cause an adverse

Observe the following guidelines when

handling automotive fuel:

reaction. In sensitive individuals, serious

personal injury or sickness may result.

If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly

wash skin thoroughly with soap and

water. Consult a physician immediately

if you experience an adverse reaction.

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Extinguish all smoking materials and

any open flames before refueling your

vehicle.

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Always turn off the vehicle before

refueling.

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FUEL QUALITY - GASOLINE

FUEL QUALITY - 2.0L

DURATORQ-TDCI(DW)DIESEL

Choosing the Right Fuel

WARNINGS

Do not mix gasoline with oil, diesel

or other liquids. This could cause a

chemical reaction.

Do not use leaded gasoline or

gasoline with additives containing

other metallic compounds (e.g.

manganese-based). They could damage

the emission system.

Note: We recommend that you use only

Use only Regular Diesel with a pump

cetane rating of 48 or higher. We

recommend using Premium Diesel with a

cetane rating of 55 or higher for optimal

performance of your vehicle. Premium

Diesel is recommended for severe duty

usage, for example fully loaded or trailer

tow.

The use of diesel with a cetane rating of

47 or lower could lead to engine damage

that may not be covered by the vehicle

Warranty. Some fuel stations offer fuels

posted as Regular Diesel with a cetane

rating below 48, particularly in high altitude

areas. Fuels with cetane rating below 48

are not recommended.

high quality fuel.

Note: We do not recommend the use of

additional additives or other engine

treatments for normal vehicle use.

Use minimum 95 octane unleaded

gasoline that meets the specification

defined by EN 228 or the equivalent

national specification.

Your vehicle is suitable for use with ethanol

blends up to 10% (E5 and E10).

Long-Term Storage

Most gasoline contains ethanol. We

recommend that you fill the fuel tank with

fuel that does not contain ethanol if you

intend to store your vehicle for more than

two months. Alternatively, we recommend

that you seek advice from an authorized

dealer.

Do not use any fuel other than those

recommended because it could lead to

engine damage that may not be covered

by the vehicle Warranty.

Note: Use of any fuel other than those

recommended can impair the emission

control system and cause a loss of vehicle

performance.

Do not use:

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Gasoline.

Fuel with methanol.

Fuel containing metallic based

additives, including manganese-based

compounds.

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Do not be concerned if the engine

Note: Do not use aftermarket funnels; they

will not work with the capless fuel system

and can damage it. The included funnel has

been specially designed to work safely with

your vehicle.

When filling your vehicle’s fuel tank from

a portable fuel container, use the funnel

included with your vehicle.

sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it

knocks heavily under most driving

conditions while you are using fuel with the

recommended cetane rating, contact an

authorized dealer to prevent any engine

damage.

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL

Avoid running out of fuel because this

situation may have an adverse effect on

powertrain components.

If you have run out of fuel:

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You may need to cycle the ignition from

off to on several times after refueling

to allow the fuel system to pump the

fuel from the tank to the engine. On

restarting, cranking time will take a few

seconds longer than normal. With

keyless ignition, just start the engine.

Crank time will be longer than usual.

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Normally, adding 1 gallon (4.6 liters) of

fuel is enough to restart the engine. If

your vehicle is out of fuel and on a

steep grade, more than 1 gallon (4.6

liters) may be required.

1. Locate the plastic funnel inside the

foam box in the spare wheel well.

2. Slowly insert the funnel into the

capless fuel system.

3. Fill your vehicle with fuel from the

portable fuel container.

4. When done, clean the funnel or

properly dispose of it. Extra funnels can

be purchased from your authorized

dealer if you choose to dispose of the

funnel.

Refilling with a Portable Fuel

Container

WARNINGS

Do not insert the nozzle of portable

fuel containers or aftermarket

funnels into the capless fuel system,

they could become stuck. This could

damage the fuel system and its seal, and

may cause fuel to run onto the ground

instead of filling the tank, which could

result in serious personal injury.

Do not try to pry open or push open

the capless fuel system with foreign

objects. This could damage the fuel

system and its seal and cause injury to you

or others.

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WARNINGS

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

If you use a high pressure spray to

wash your vehicle, only spray the fuel

filler flap briefly from a distance not

less than 8 inches (200 millimeters).

WARNING

Do not park or idle your vehicle over

dry leaves, dry grass or other

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.

Stop refueling 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.

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

WARNINGS

Avoid running out of fuel.

Do not remove the fuel nozzle from

its fully inserted position during the

entire refueling process.

Do not crank the engine for long

periods.

Do not run the engine when a spark

plug lead is disconnected.

Note: Your vehicle does not have a fuel filler

cap.

Do not push-start or tow-start your

vehicle. Use booster cables. See

Jump Starting the Vehicle (page

174).

Do not switch the ignition off when

driving.

REFUELING

WARNINGS

Do not attempt to start the engine if

you have filled the fuel tank with the

incorrect fuel. This could damage the

engine. Have your vehicle checked by an

authorized dealer immediately.

1. Press the flap to open it. Open the flap

fully until it engages.

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.

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4. Operate the fuel nozzle within the area

shown.

Note: When you insert the correct size fuel

nozzle, a spring loaded inhibitor will open.

This helps to avoid filling up with the

incorrect fuel.

2. Insert the fuel nozzle up to and

including the first notch on the fuel

nozzle A. Keep it resting on the cover

of the fuel pipe opening.

5. Slightly raise the fuel nozzle to remove

it.

FUEL CONSUMPTION

We derive CO2 and fuel consumption

figures in laboratory tests according to

Regulation (EC) 715/2007 or CR (EC)

692/2008 and subsequent amendments.

They are intended as a comparison

between makes and models of vehicles.

They are not intended to represent the real

world fuel consumption you may get from

your vehicle.

Real world fuel consumption is governed

by many factors, for example driving style,

high speed driving, stop-start driving, air

conditioning usage, the accessories fitted,

payload and towing.

3. Hold the fuel nozzle in position B during

refueling. Holding the fuel nozzle in

position A can affect the flow of fuel

and shut off the fuel nozzle before the

fuel tank is full.

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The advertised capacity is the indicated

Calculating Fuel Economy

capacity and the empty reserve combined.

Indicated capacity is the difference in the

amount of fuel in the fuel tank and when

the fuel gauge indicates empty. Empty

reserve is the amount of fuel in the fuel

tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty.

Do not measure fuel economy during the

first 1,000 mi (1,600 km) of driving (this is

the engine break-in period). A more

accurate measurement is obtained after

2,500 mi (4,000 km). Also, fuel expense,

frequency of fill ups or fuel gauge readings

are not accurate ways to measure fuel

economy.

Note: The amount of fuel in the empty

reserve varies and should not be relied upon

to increase driving range. When refueling

your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates

empty, you might not be able to refuel the

full amount of the advertised capacity due

to the empty reserve still present in the fuel

tank.

1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record

the initial odometer reading.

2. Each time you fill the fuel tank, record

the amount of fuel added.

3. After at least three fill ups, fill the fuel

tank and record the current odometer

reading.

Filling the Fuel Tank

For consistent results when refueling:

4. Subtract your initial odometer reading

from the current odometer reading.

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Switch the ignition off.

5. Calculate fuel economy by dividing

miles traveled by gallons used (For

Metric: Multiply liters used by 100, then

divide by kilometers traveled).

Allow no more than two automatic

shut-offs when refueling.

Results are most accurate when the

refueling method is consistent.

Keep a record for at least one month and

record the type of driving (city or freeway).

This provides an accurate estimate of your

vehicle’s fuel economy under current

driving conditions. Additionally, keeping

records during summer and winter show

how temperature impacts fuel economy.

In general, your vehicle will use more fuel

in cold temperatures.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Fuel Consumption Figures

CO2 Emis-

sions

Urban

Extra-Urban

Combined

Variant

l/100 km

(mpg)

l/100 km

(mpg)

l/100 km

(mpg)

g/km

2.0L Duratorq-TDCi - DW

with manual transmission

and front-wheel drive

6.3 (44.8)

7.2 (39.2)

4.7 (60.1)

5.1 (55.4)

5.3 (53.3)

5.9 (47.9)

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2.0L Duratorq-TDCi - DW

with manual transmission

and all-wheel drive

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2.0L Duratorq-TDCi - DW

with automatic transmission

7.4 (38.2)

11.2 (25.2)

5.5 (51.4)

6.4 (44.1)

6.2 (45.6)

8.1 (34.9)

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193

2.5L engine all vehicle

configurations

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