Get Crash and Breakdown Information Guide for Ford Puma SUV 2019-2024

Towing a Trailer

Item

Dimension Description

Dimension mm (in)

Center of tow ball to center of first attachment point.

355 (14.0)

Center of tow ball to center of second attachment

703 (27.7)

point.

1 Excluding: ST Line.

2 ST Line.

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Driving Hints

•

Do not carry unnecessary weight in your

COLD WEATHER

vehicle as extra weight wastes fuel.

PRECAUTIONS

•

Do not add unnecessary accessories

to the exterior of your vehicle, for

The functional operation of some

example running boards. If you use a

components and systems can be affected

roof rack, remember to fold it down or

at temperatures below approximately

remove it when not in use.

-25°C (-13°F).

•

Do not shift into neutral when you are

braking or when your vehicle is slowing

BREAKING-IN

down.

•

Shut all windows when driving at high

Tires

speeds.

You need to break in new tires for

•

Switch off all electric systems when

approximately 480 km (300 mi). During

not in use, for example air conditioning.

this time, your vehicle may exhibit some

Make sure that you unplug any

unusual driving characteristics.

accessories from the auxiliary power

points when not in use.

Brakes and Clutch

Avoid heavy use of the brakes and clutch

DRIVING THROUGH SHALLOW

if possible for the first 160 km (100 mi) in

WATER

town and for the first 1,600 km (1,000 mi)

on freeways.

WARNING: Do not attempt to

DRIVING ECONOMICALLY

cross a deep or flowing body of water.

Failure to follow this instruction could

The following helps to improve fuel

result in the loss of control of your

consumption:

vehicle, personal injury or death.

• Drive smoothly, accelerate gently and

anticipate the road ahead to avoid

Note: Driving through standing water can

heavy braking.

cause vehicle damage.

• Regularly check your tire pressures and

Note: Engine damage can occur if water

make sure that they are inflated to the

enters the air filter.

correct pressure.

Before driving through standing water,

• Follow the recommended maintenance

check the depth. Never drive through water

schedule and carry out the

that is higher than the bottom of the front

recommended checks.

rocker area of your vehicle.

• Plan your journey and check the traffic

before you set off. It is more efficient

to combine errands into a single trip

whenever possible.

• Avoid idling the engine in cold weather

or for extended periods. Start the

engine only when you are ready to set

off.

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$Driving HintsWARNING: Secure the floor matto both retention devices so that itcannot slip out of position and interferewith the pedals. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury : Do not place additionalfloor mats or any other covering on topof the original floor mats. This couldE266447result in the floor mat interfering with theWhen driving through standing water, driveoperation of the pedals. Failure to followvery slowly and do not stop your instruction could result in the loss ofYour brake performance and traction couldcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury orbe limited. After driving through water soon as it is safe to do so:WARNING: Always make sure that•Lightly press the brake pedal to dry theobjects cannot fall into the driver footbrakes and to check that they while your vehicle is moving. Objects•Turn the steering wheel to check thatthat are loose can become trappedthe steering power assist the pedals causing a loss ofvehicle the function of the following:•Horn•Exterior lightsFLOOR MATSWARNING: Use a floor matdesigned to fit the footwell of yourvehicle that does not obstruct the pedalarea. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in the loss of control of yourvehicle, personal injury or death.E142666To install floor mats that have eyelets,WARNING: Pedals that cannotposition the floor mat eyelet over themove freely can cause loss of vehicleretention post and press down to lock incontrol and increase the risk of seriousposition. Repeat for all eyelets on the floorpersonal remove the floor mats, reverse theinstallation procedure.336Puma (CF7) Vehicles Built From: 27-03-2023, CG3833en enGBR, Edition date: 202301, First-Printing$

Driving Hints

WARNING: Secure the floor mat

to both retention devices so that it

cannot slip out of position and interfere

with the pedals. Failure to follow this

instruction could result in the loss of

control of your vehicle, personal injury or

death.

WARNING: Do not place additional

floor mats or any other covering on top

of the original floor mats. This could

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result in the floor mat interfering with the

When driving through standing water, drive

operation of the pedals. Failure to follow

very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.

this instruction could result in the loss of

Your brake performance and traction could

control of your vehicle, personal injury or

be limited. After driving through water and

death.

as soon as it is safe to do so:

WARNING: Always make sure that

•

Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the

objects cannot fall into the driver foot

brakes and to check that they work.

well while your vehicle is moving. Objects

•

Turn the steering wheel to check that

that are loose can become trapped

the steering power assist works.

under the pedals causing a loss of

vehicle control.

Check the function of the following:

•

Horn

•

Exterior lights

FLOOR MATS

WARNING: Use a floor mat

designed to fit the footwell of your

vehicle that does not obstruct the pedal

area. Failure to follow this instruction

could result in the loss of control of your

vehicle, personal injury or death.

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To install floor mats that have eyelets,

WARNING: Pedals that cannot

position the floor mat eyelet over the

move freely can cause loss of vehicle

retention post and press down to lock in

control and increase the risk of serious

position. Repeat for all eyelets on the floor

personal injury.

mat.

To remove the floor mats, reverse the

installation procedure.

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Driving Hints

Note: Regularly check the floor mats to

make sure they are secure.

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Crash and Breakdown Information

SWITCHING THE HAZARD

FLASHERS ON AND OFF

WARNING: Use only adequately

sized cables with insulated clamps.

The hazard flasher button is on

WARNING: Make sure that the

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the instrument panel. Press the

cables are clear of any moving parts and

button to switch the hazard

fuel delivery system parts.

flashers on if your vehicle is creating a

safety hazard for other road users.

WARNING: Connect batteries with

When you switch the hazard flashers on,

only the same nominal voltage.

all front and rear direction indicators flash.

WARNING: If the engine is running

Note: The hazard flashers operate when

while the hood is open, stay clear of

the ignition is in any position, or if the key is

moving engine components. Failure to

not in the ignition. The battery loses charge

follow this warning could result in serious

and could have insufficient power to restart

personal injury or death.

your vehicle.

Press the button again to switch them off.

Do not attempt to push-start an automatic

transmission vehicle. This could cause

JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE

transmission damage.

Do not disconnect the battery of the

disabled vehicle. This could damage your

JUMP STARTING PRECAUTIONS

vehicle's electrical system.

PREPARING THE VEHICLE

WARNING: Batteries normally

produce explosive gases which can

Use only a 12 volt supply to start your

cause personal injury. Therefore, do not

vehicle.

allow flames, sparks or lighted

substances to come near the battery.

Park the booster vehicle close to the hood

When working near the battery, always

of the disabled vehicle, making sure the

shield your face and protect your eyes.

two vehicles do not touch.

Always provide correct ventilation.

JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE

WARNING: Keep batteries out of

reach of children. Batteries contain

sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,

eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when

WARNING: Make sure that the

working near the battery to protect

cables are clear of any moving parts and

against possible splashing of acid

fuel delivery system parts.

solution. In case of acid contact with skin

or eyes, flush immediately with water for

Note: In the illustration, the bottom vehicle

a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt

represents the booster vehicle.

medical attention. If acid is swallowed,

call a physician immediately.

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Crash and Breakdown Information

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5. Start the engine of the booster vehicle

and press the accelerator gently to

keep the engine speed between 2000

and 3000 RPM.

6. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.

7. Once the disabled vehicle has been

started, run both vehicle engines for an

additional three minutes before

disconnecting the jumper cables.

Remove the jumper cables in the reverse

order that they were connected.

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Note: Do not switch the headlamps on

Switch off the engine and any electrical

when disconnecting the cables. The peak

equipment.

voltage could blow the bulbs.

Connect the positive jumper cable to

the positive terminal of the discharged

POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM

battery.

2. Connect the other end of the positive

WHAT IS THE POST-CRASH

jumper cable to the positive terminal

ALERT SYSTEM

of the assisting battery.

3. Connect the negative jumper cable to

The system helps draw attention to your

the negative terminal of the assisting

vehicle in the event of a serious impact.

battery.

4. Make the final connection of the

HOW DOES THE POST-CRASH

negative jumper cable to an exposed

ALERT SYSTEM WORK

metal part of the stalled vehicle's

engine, or connect the negative cable

The system is designed to turn the hazard

to a ground connection point if

flashers on, turn the courtesy lamps on,

available.

intermittently sound the horn and unlock

all doors in the event of a serious impact

that deploys an airbag or the seatbelt

pretensioners.

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Crash and Breakdown Information for Your Ford Puma SUV 2019-2024

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