Maintenance
Adding Oil
Adding Engine Coolant
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
Only add oil when the engine is cold.
If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutes
for the engine to cool down. Failure
to take care may result in personal injury.
Only add coolant when the engine is
cold. If the engine is hot, wait 10
minutes for the engine to cool down.
Do not remove the filler cap when
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running. Failure to take
care may result in personal injury.
the engine is running.
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is hot. Wait for the engine
to cool down.
1. Remove the filler cap.
Undiluted coolant is flammable and
2. Add oil that meets Ford specifications.
See Capacities and Specifications
(page 228).
may ignite if spilt on a hot exhaust.
Note: In an emergency, you can add just
water to the cooling system to reach a
vehicle service station. Have the system
checked by an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Note: Prolonged use of incorrect dilution
of the coolant can cause engine damage
from corrosion, overheating or freezing.
3. Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you
feel a strong resistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than the
maximum mark. Oil levels above the
maximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note: Soak up any spillage with an
absorbent cloth immediately.
Note: Do not add coolant further than the
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
MAX mark.
1. Remove the filler cap. Any pressure will
escape slowly as you unscrew the cap.
WARNING
Do not allow the fluid to touch your
skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse the
affected areas immediately with
2. Add a 50/50 mixture of coolant and
water using fluid that meets the Ford
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 228).
plenty of water and contact your physician.
3. Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you
Note: Make sure that the level is between
the MIN and the MAX marks.
feel a strong resistance.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may therefore extend beyond the MAX
mark.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX
lines are within the normal operating range;
there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid
levels are outside of the normal operating
range, the performance of the system
could be compromised; seek service from
your authorized dealer immediately.
If the level is at the MIN mark, add coolant
immediately.
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Kuga (CBS) Vehicles Built From: 08-09-2014 Vehicles Built Up To: 31-05-2015, CG3585en enGBR, Edition date: 08/2014, Second Printing
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