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SAFETY

TING

AND DRIVING

ARNING

LIGHTS AND MESSAGES

IN AN

EMERGENCY

SER

VICING

AND CARE

INDEX

KNOWING YOUR CAR

TECHNICAL

SPECIFICA

TIONS

SUSPENSION

1.2L Duratec – 1.3L Duratorq

Front

Rear

BRAKES

1.2L Duratec – 1.3L Duratorq

Service brakes:

– front

– rear

Parking brake

IMPORTANT Water, ice and salt sprinkled on the roads may deposit on the brake discs reducing braking efficiency
the first time the brakes are applied.

STEERING

1.2L Duratec – 1.3L Duratorq

Type

Turning circle (kerb to kerb)

MacPherson independent wheels, mechanical cross member,

shock absorbers and helical springs; stabiliser bar for

versions with electric power steering.

torsion beam with interconnected wheels consisting of a torsion axle

and two tubular arms with shock absorbers and coil springs.

rack and pinion with electric power steering (where provided)

9.3

discs

drum, self-centring shoes with control cylinder for each wheel

controlled by hand lever, working on rear brakes

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Summary of Contents for Ka 2008

Page 1: ...time of going to print In the interest of development the right is reserved to change specifications design or equipment at any time without notice and without incurring any obligations This publicat...

Page 2: ...tion handbook describes the product features and options available in the whole range sometimes even before they are actually available Options not installed on your vehicle can be actually described...

Page 3: ...001 025 Ford KA EN 10 04 14 11 33 Pagina 2...

Page 4: ...of errors as well as optimisation of vehicle functions Motion profiles indicating travelled routes cannot be created with these data If services are used e g repair works service processes warranty c...

Page 5: ...VIEW MIRRORS 29 TEMPERATURE COMFORT 30 HEATING AND VENTILATION 31 MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM 32 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM 34 EXTERNAL LIGHTS 37 WINDOW WASHING 38 ROOF LIGHT 40 CONTROLS 41 I...

Page 6: ...uter controls 5 Central air vents 6 Oddment Car radio compartment 7 Passenger airbag deactivation warning lights on dedicated panel 8 Passenger side airbag 9 Oddment compartment 10 Heating ventilation...

Page 7: ...airbag 3 Central air vents 4 Passenger airbag deactivation warning lights on dedicated panel 5 Oddment Car radio compartment 6 Left steering column stalk external lights 7 Instrument panel and warnin...

Page 8: ...engine immobilising system It is automatically activated when the ignition key is removed Each time the car is started by turning the ignition key to MAR ON the Ford CODE system control unit sends an...

Page 9: ...wner when selling the car THE KEYS CODE CARD optional for versions markets where provided fig 3 The car is delivered with two copies of the ignition key and with the CODE card which bears the followin...

Page 10: ...f the remote control if a door is not opened within 45 seconds the system automatically re locks the doors Door locking Short pressing of button remote locking of doors with deactivation of the intern...

Page 11: ...ocuments fig 6 KA00004m Used batteries are harmful to the environment You can dispose of them either in the correct containers as specified by law or by taking them to a Ford Dealership which will dea...

Page 12: ...f the engine does not start up Never extract the key while the vehicle is moving The steering wheel would automatically lock as soon as you try to turn it This holds true for vehicles being towed as w...

Page 13: ...INSTRUMENTS Left hand drive versions A Speedometer speed indicator B Fuel gauge with reserve warning light C Engine coolant temperature gauge with excess temperature warning light D Rev counter E Dis...

Page 14: ...ht hand drive versions A Rev counter B Fuel gauge with reserve warning light C Engine coolant temperature gauge with excess temperature warning light D Speedometer speed indicator E Display Warning li...

Page 15: ...turns on to indicate that approximately 5 litres of fuel are left in the tank Do not travel with the fuel tank almost empty any gaps in fuel delivery could damage the catalytic converter ENGINE COOLAN...

Page 16: ...0 KA00166m GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR On vehicles with a manual gearbox the gear shift indicator suggests gear changes to the driver SHIFT UP or SHIFT DOWN via a special display on the control panel This su...

Page 17: ...menu includes the following functions MEN SPEED BEEP TRIP B DATA SET TIME SET DATE SEE RADIO MEASUREMENT UNIT LANGUAGE WARNING VOLUME KEY VOL PASSENGER AIRBAG COURTESY LIGHTS TYRE RESET EXIT MENU Fun...

Page 18: ...on Press the button MENU Nfor long to quit the set up menu if you are in the main menu to return to the main menu if you are at another point of the menu e g at submenu option setting level at submenu...

Page 19: ...pressed to increase decrease the setting rapidly and automatically Complete the setting by single pressing the button when you approach the required value Trip B data Trip B enablement This function c...

Page 20: ...or for setting when accessing the Format submenu briefly pressing button MENU N makes the display mode flash press the button or to select 24h or 12h When you have made the required settings briefly...

Page 21: ...the display On or clear it Off proceed as follows briefly press button MENU N On or Off will flash on the display according to previous setting press the button or to select briefly press button MENU...

Page 22: ...After setting display messages can be shown in different languages Italian German English Spanish French Portuguese Polish and Dutch To set the desired language proceed as follows briefly press button...

Page 23: ...tion is used to activate deactivate the front passenger s airbag Proceed as follows press button MENU Nand press MENU Nagain after the message Bag pass Off to deactivate or Bag pass On to activate is...

Page 24: ...o go back to the standard screen without storing settings Press button to return to the first menu option Speed Beep Tyre reset iTPMS reset for versions markets where provided Questa funzione permette...

Page 25: ...he car can still cover before needing fuel assuming that driving conditions are kept unvaried The display will show the reading when the following events take place range value lower than 50 km or 30...

Page 26: ...old the button TRIP pressed for over 2 seconds to reset Exit Trip The TRIP function is over when all the values have been displayed or holding the button MENU N pressed for longer than 1 second TRIP K...

Page 27: ...ment e and raise the backrest movement f until it clicks home ATTENTION Using lever D before locking the seat in its original position causes the original seat position to be lost In this case adjust...

Page 28: ...with separate seats lift handle A or B to release respectively the left or right part of the backrest and guide the backrest onto the cushion All adjustments must be carried out only with the vehicle...

Page 29: ...m STEERING WHEEL It can be adjusted vertically where provided For adjustment bring the lever fig 21 downward to position 2 then position the wheel and lock it bringing lever to position 1 fig 19 A KA0...

Page 30: ...r A to two different positions normal or antiglare DOOR MIRRORS On some versions the passenger side door mirror is equipped with an outside temperature sensor With manual adjustment fig 23 From the in...

Page 31: ...CAL SPECIFICATIONS INDEX KNOWING YOUR CAR TEMPERATURE COMFORT VENTS fig 26 1 Vents for demisting defrosting the windscreen 2 Orientable adjustable central vents 3 Orientable adjustable side vents 4 Fi...

Page 32: ...y and the side windows toward the body the side windows and the feet toward the feet only toward the feet and the windscreen toward the windscreen only E Heated rear window activation deactivation but...

Page 33: ...ot to use the function for long periods particularly if there are many people on board to prevent the windows from misting inside fig 28 KA00209m D Air distribution knob toward the body and the side w...

Page 34: ...a month for about 10 minutes Have the system inspected at a Ford Dealership before the summer ADDITIONAL HEATER where provided This device speeds up passenger compartment warming when it is very cold...

Page 35: ...ove functions can be changed manually by selecting the required function s Manual setting of a function does not impair the automatic control of the other functions even if the AUTO button LED is off...

Page 36: ...ressor is off the recirculation is forced to off to avoid misting IMPORTANT It is inadvisable to use air recirculation on cold days as it would considerably increase the possibility of windows misting...

Page 37: ...veying to the windscreen and front side windows heated rear window on heated windscreen on if present IMPORTANT The function stays on for approximately 3 minutes once the coolant is sufficiently warm...

Page 38: ...e warning light or flash on the instrument panel Indicators are switched off automatically when the steering wheel is straightened Lane change function If you wish to signal a lane change place the le...

Page 39: ...talk a further cleaning stroke after a few seconds completes the wiping operation FOLLOW ME HOME DEVICE This allows the space surrounding the car to be lit up for a certain period of time Activation W...

Page 40: ...WASHER WIPER The device can only work when the ignition key is at MAR ON Turn the knurled ring to to operate the rear window wiper With the windscreen wiper on turn the ring nut to to turn on the rear...

Page 41: ...timing lens central position Three different switching on modes are provided when opening one door a three minute timing will start to be repeated each time one door is opened when removing the key f...

Page 42: ...Stop System in this Owner Handbook FRONT REAR FOG LIGHTS fig 33 where provided To turn on the front rear fog lights use the button C as follows 1 Pressing front fog lights on 2 Pressing rear fog lamp...

Page 43: ...indicator deactivate the right indicator activate the left indicator deactivate the left indicator turn the ignition key to STOP The procedure is guided by the direction indicator warning lights on th...

Page 44: ...off WARNING fig 35 A KA00040m PASSENGER S SIDE GLOVE COMPARTMENT fig 35 To open the glove compartment operate opening device A Do not travel with the glove compartments open risk of passenger s injur...

Page 45: ...A Correct operation is ensured only if the connected devices are provided with homologated plugs present on all the components of the Lineaccessori Ford IMPORTANT With the engine off and ignition key...

Page 46: ...or With central control where provided it is necessary that all doors are fully closed With remote control where provided press the button to close the doors If one of the doors is not shut properly s...

Page 47: ...the automatic device operates only to lower the glass fig 41 B A B A KA00035m Improper use of the power windows may be dangerous Before and during their operation ensure that any passengers are not at...

Page 48: ...ning is eased by the action of the side gas struts Some versions opening the tailgate will switch the boot light on the light will go off automatically when closing the tailgate The light will stay on...

Page 49: ...o release either the left or right part of the backrest and guide the backrest down onto the cushion IMPORTANT To return the backrest to its correct position we recommend to operate from the external...

Page 50: ...seat backrests and push them back until hearing the locking click of both retainers Position the seat belt buckles up IMPORTANT When returning the backrest to the position of use make sure it is corre...

Page 51: ...tment and let it drop Make sure that the bonnet is completely closed and not only fastened by the safety catch by trying to open it If it is not fully closed open the bonnet and repeat the procedure D...

Page 52: ...every time the load or its distribution changes For safety reasons the bonnet must always be properly closed while the car is travelling Make sure that the bonnet is properly closed and that the lock...

Page 53: ...tion 1 four passengers Position 2 four passengers load in the boot Position 3 driver maximum admitted load in the boot ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHTS WHEN ABROAD Dipped headlights are adjusted to drive in t...

Page 54: ...a bedding in period of about 500 km is needed during this period it is better to avoid sharp repeated and prolonged braking When the ABS cuts in and you feel the brake pedal pulsating do not raise yo...

Page 55: ...surfaces change With the ESP the car is provided with ASR traction control with interventions on brakes and engine HILL HOLDER device for starting on gradients without using the brakes MSR control of...

Page 56: ...ch and brake pedal pressed and reverse gear engaged When setting off the ESP system control unit will keep brake force on wheels until the torque necessary for starting is reached or in any case for m...

Page 57: ...onfigurable multifunction display where provided is displayed When the ASR is switched off whilst driving the next time the car is started up the ASR is automatically switched on by the system When tr...

Page 58: ...ed to emissions It also alerts the driver by turning on the warning light U on the instrument panel together with relevant message on the multifunction display where provided when these components are...

Page 59: ...hind the car decreases the beeping becomes more frequent BUZZER WARNING When reverse gear is engaged and there is an obstacle behind the car a buzzer is activated and the signal varies as the distance...

Page 60: ...sensor may be altered by the presence in the vicinity of ultrasound system e g the air brakes of trucks or air hammers Parking manoeuvres however are always the driver s responsibility While manoeuvr...

Page 61: ...he engine stops with the gearbox in neutral and the clutch pedal released Note The Auto Start Stop function is automatically turned off if the speed of 10 km h is not exceeded for about 2 seconds to p...

Page 62: ...on the part of the driver if certain conditions are met including battery not sufficiently charged reduced braking system vacuum e g following the brake pedal being pressed repeatedly car moving for e...

Page 63: ...The engine can only be started using the key in such cases Note In any case it is possible to keep the engine running by deactivating the Auto Start Stop system OPERATING IRREGULARITIES In the case of...

Page 64: ...ions WARNING Before opening the bonnet make sure that the car is switched off and the key is in the STOP OFF position Follow the instructions on the plate near the front crossmember fig 57 It is advis...

Page 65: ...saver wheel is fitted Before carrying out the Reset inflate the tyres to the rated pressure values specified in the inflation pressure table see Wheels paragraph in the Technical specifications If Res...

Page 66: ...s the tread duration and may affect the capacity to drive safely WARNING SETUP SYSTEM where provided The radio setup system is composed of radio supply leads front speaker power leads aerial lead radi...

Page 67: ...ment e g ETACS mobile phones CB radio systems and so on should not be used inside the vehicle unless a separate aerial roof mounted is fitted IMPORTANT The use of similar devices inside the passenger...

Page 68: ...s use only diesel fuel for motor vehicles in accordance with EN590 European specifications The use of other products or mixtures may damage the engine beyond repair and consequently invalidate the war...

Page 69: ...stem that physically traps particulates present in the exhaust gases of diesel engines The diesel particulate filter has been adopted to eliminate almost all particulates in compliance with current fu...

Page 70: ...NG YOUR CAR SAFETY SEAT BELTS 70 SBR SYSTEM 70 PRETENSIONERS 71 CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY 73 Fitting the Universal child restraint system 74 ASSEMBLY SETUP ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 76 FRONT AIRBA...

Page 71: ...system T SBR system can be reactivated via the display set up menu if the vehicle is equipped with a multifunction display The display shows the dedicated message SEAT BELTS USING THE SEAT BELTS fig...

Page 72: ...FOR USING THE SEAT BELTS The driver is responsible for complying with and ensuring that all the other occupants of the car also comply with the local laws in force in relation to the use of the seat...

Page 73: ...lience WARNING Under no circumstances should the components of the seat belts and pretensioners be tampered with or removed Any operations must be carried out by qualified and authorised personnel onl...

Page 74: ...y and the child s muscular and bone structures are not fully developed Therefore correct restraint systems other than adult seat belts are necessary to reduce as much as possible the risk of injuries...

Page 75: ...AL CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM WITH SEAT BELTS The passenger airbag must be deactivated for the first time by a Ford Dealership It is recommended to contact the Service network to enable the airbag deactiv...

Page 76: ...to position the child correctly with respect to the seat belts so that the diagonal section crosses the child s chest and never the neck and the lower part is snug on the pelvis not the abdomen fig 7...

Page 77: ...n example of child restraint system is shown in fig 9 The Universal Isofix restraint system covers weight group 1 Specific Isofix child restraint systems cover the other weight groups These systems mu...

Page 78: ...Isofix child restraint systems Universal class fitted with third upper attachment approved for the weight group X Isofix position not suitable for Isofix child restraint systems in this group of weig...

Page 79: ...s specified by law in Europe and most non European countries RECOMMENDATIONS TO CARRY CHILDREN SAFELY Below is a summary of the main safety rules to be followed when carrying children Install the chil...

Page 80: ...The volume of the front airbags at max inflation fills most of the space between the steering wheel and the driver and between the dashboard and the passenger Do not apply stickers or other objects o...

Page 81: ...e airbag in an accident could cause fatal injuries to the baby regardless of the severity of the collision WARNING To fit a child restraint system on the passenger seat ALWAYS comply with the instruct...

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Page 83: ...les or dips in the road fig 16 KA00058m fig 15 KA00057m SIDE BAGS Side bag Window bag where provided To help increase front occupants protection in the event of side impact collisions the vehicle may...

Page 84: ...all amount of dust will be released when the airbags are deployed This is in no way toxic and does not indicate an outbreak of fire Should an accident occur in which any of the safety devices are acti...

Page 85: ...fficiency Furthermore since front airbags are not deployed in low speed frontal impacts side impacts rear shunts or roll overs the passengers are protected only by the seat belts which must therefore...

Page 86: ...ONS INDEX KNOWING YOUR CAR STARTING AND DRIVING STARTING THE ENGINE 86 HANDBRAKE 88 USING THE MANUAL GEARBOX 89 FUEL SAVING 90 SNOW TYRES 92 SNOW CHAINS 93 CAR INACTIVITY 93 S ST TA AR RT TI IN NG G A...

Page 87: ...t see the paragraph The Ford CODE system in the section Knowing your car The engine may be noisier during the first few seconds of operation especially after a long period of inactivity This is charac...

Page 88: ...handbrake put the gearshifting lever into neutral turn the ignition key at MAR ON the warning light m on the instrument panel will turn on wait for the warning light m to turn off The hotter the engi...

Page 89: ...the ignition key to STOP while the engine is idling IMPORTANT After a taxing drive you should allow the engine to catch its breath before turning it off by letting it idle to allow the temperature in...

Page 90: ...al fully pressed before engaging reverse to prevent damage to the gears and grating To engage reverse R from neutral lift the sliding ring A under the knob and shift the lever to the right and back fi...

Page 91: ...engine warms up much more slowly increasing electrical consumption and emissions It is therefore advisable to move off immediately slowly avoiding high speeds in this way the engine will warm up more...

Page 92: ...speed avoiding unnecessary braking and acceleration which cost in terms of both fuel and emissions Acceleration Accelerating violently will greatly affect consumption and emissions acceleration should...

Page 93: ...or on long motorway journeys the performance of these tyres is much lower than that of standard tyres Limit performance according to the use for which they were certified You must not exceed 160 km h...

Page 94: ...ery negative terminal and check charge see paragraph Battery Charge and electrolyte level check in chapter Maintenance and care clean and protect the painted parts using protective wax SNOW CHAINS The...

Page 95: ...ne cooling system clean and protect the shiny metal parts using special compounds readily available sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber windscreen and rear window wiper blades and lift them off the g...

Page 96: ...EATING 100 GLOW PLUG HEATING FAILURE 100 WATER IN DIESEL FILTER 101 FORD CODE PROTECTION SYSTEM FAILURE 101 REAR FOG LIGHTS 101 GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION 101 AUTO START STOP SYSTEM DEACTIVATION 102 E...

Page 97: ...ke fluid The warning light comes on when the level of the brake fluid in the reservoir falls below the minimum level due to a possible leak in the circuit On some versions the display shows the dedica...

Page 98: ...your journey if the warning light illuminates despite the level being correct Have the system checked by a Ford Dealership If the warning light stays on after starting or illuminates when driving this...

Page 99: ...ber Turning the ignition key to MAR ON the warning light turns on but it should go off after a few seconds The warning light will light up when the system is either not working or not available Under...

Page 100: ...alership On some versions the display shows the dedicated message INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING red The warning light turns on when one or more doors or the tailgate are not perfectly closed On some version...

Page 101: ...ight turns on when the diesel particulate filter is clogged and the driving conditions do not enable to activate automatically the reclaiming procedure To enable reclaiming i e cleaning the filter kee...

Page 102: ...ned on 4 FORD CODE PROTECTION SYSTEM FAILURE red If with the ignition key at MAR ON the warning light stays on this indicates a possible failure see Ford Code system in section Knowing your car If wit...

Page 103: ...dedicated message Note Warning light flashing when driving indicates that the ESP system is active Fuel cut off inertia switch intervention fuel cut off not available The warning light turns on when...

Page 104: ...ow 4 C to warn the driver of the possible presence of ice on the road The display shows the dedicated message SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED The display will show the dedicated message when the car exceeds the...

Page 105: ...witching the heated rear window on HEATED WINDSCREEN amber The warning light turns on when the heated windscreen is turned on A In this way the iTPMS warns the driver that one or more tyres may be fla...

Page 106: ...IN AN EMERGENCY STARTING THE ENGINE 106 CHANGING A WHEEL 108 TYRE REPAIR KIT 114 CHANGING A BULB 118 REPLACING EXTERIOR BULBS 121 REPLACING INTERIOR BULBS 124 REPLACING FUSES 126 BATTERY RECHARGING 13...

Page 107: ...h the same capacity or a little higher than the flat one Never use a fast battery charger to start the engine as this could damage the electronic systems of your car particularly the ignition and fuel...

Page 108: ...not insist any further but contact a Ford Dealership IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the negative terminals of the two batteries any sparks may ignite the explosive gas which could come out of the b...

Page 109: ...e code attached to the kit Wheel changing and correct use of the jack and space saver wheel call for some precautions as listed below The space saver wheel where provided is specific to your car do no...

Page 110: ...that it comes with or other cars of the same model Never use the jack for other purposes such as lifting other car models In no case should it be used for repairs under the car Incorrect positioning o...

Page 111: ...ake out the tool container C and take it near to the wheel to be changed take the space saver wheel D to remove the hub cap use the supplied screwdriver prising on the special slit on the outer rim fi...

Page 112: ...and joints can also cause injuries avoid touching them If you become soiled with the lubricating grease wash it off thoroughly make sure the contact surfaces on the space saver wheel are clean so tha...

Page 113: ...fully tighten the bolts in the sequence shown previously Versions with alloy wheels place the wheel onto the hub and tighten the bolts using the wrench provided lower the car and remove the jack usin...

Page 114: ...the partially open jack in its box C by forcing it slightly to prevent it from vibrating when travelling put the tools back into their locations arrange the container and tools in the spare wheel and...

Page 115: ...tyre shoulder WARNING The compressed air bottle may behave like an explosive or a propellent WARNING While using the kit never leave the repair kit unattended WARNING Do not keep the compressor operat...

Page 116: ...tle cap Inform all vehicle users that the tyre has been temporarily repaired with the suitable kit and that special driving caution must be used Check the tyre shoulder before inflating it Do not try...

Page 117: ...ety valve I to the sealant bottle B 5 Fasten the sealant bottle B on its support D 6 Remove the cap of the valve from the damaged tyre 7 Tightly screw the hose of the sealant bottle C on the valve of...

Page 118: ...the hoses C and H connected with the sealant bottle B and put the kit in a safe place 23 Go to the nearest tyre dealer to have the damaged tyre replaced Inform the tyre dealer that the tyre contains...

Page 119: ...refer to the Changing a fuse paragraph in this section Modifications or repairs to the electric system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system technical specifications into accoun...

Page 120: ...in place E Halogen bulbs to remove the bulb release the clip holding the bulb in place KA00110m fig 10 If possible we recommend that you let Ford Dealership replace the bulbs The correct operation an...

Page 121: ...W 21W 21 5W 21 5W 21W 21W 10W 5W 5W 55W 5W D D A B A B B B B B C A A E A Bulbs Type Power Re figure Main beam Dipped beam Front side lights daytime running lights Front direction indicators Side direc...

Page 122: ...t light units contain side lights dipped beam main beam and direction indicator bulbs The bulbs are arranged inside the light unit as follows fig 11 A side lights B dipped beams main beams double ligh...

Page 123: ...ck 1 fig 16a then lever in the opposite direction by applying force from the back part 2 fig 16b and remove unit B turn the bulb holder counterclockwise remove the snap fitted bulb and replace it rein...

Page 124: ...tailgate unscrew the two fastening screws A fig 19 and extract the light cluster axially without rotating it extract the bulb holder from its seat after releasing the four fixing screws B fig 20 extr...

Page 125: ...lbs proceed as follows apply pressure to the point shown by the arrow and remove lens A remove the press fitted bulb to be replaced and change it remove the lamp lens fig 23 B C KA00092m THIRD BRAKE L...

Page 126: ...ap back and refit the lens open the bulb cover B fig 29 and replace the pressure fit bulb C re close the bulb cover B on the lens refit correctly the roof light pressing one side and then the other un...

Page 127: ...dashboard left hand side Refer to the tables on the following pages to identify the protection fuse fig 30 KA00099m Never replace a fuse with metal wires or anything else In case of general protection...

Page 128: ...e the press fitted cover E The 5 A fuse for door mirror demisting is located in the diagnostic socket area as shown in fig 31 The control unit show in fig 32 is present in the lower area besides the p...

Page 129: ...t side of the engine compartment next to the battery to access it press device I release tabs M and remove cover L The ID number of the electrical component corresponding to each fuse can be found on...

Page 130: ...igar lighter plug FUSE SUMMARY TABLE Dashboard control unit fig 32 FUSE AMPERE Right dipped beam power supply Left dipped headlight and headlight alignment control unit power supply Remote switch coil...

Page 131: ...e battery pole D connect the positive cable to the positive battery terminal E and the negative terminal to the sensor D as shown in the figure Battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive avoid contact w...

Page 132: ...ing turn the ignition key to MAR ON and then to STOP without removing it The steering column will automatically lock when the key is removed and the wheels cannot be steered WARNING TOWING THE CAR The...

Page 133: ...a greater effort is required on the pedal and steering wheel Do not use bendy cables for towing and avoid jerking While towing make sure not to damage parts in contact with the car Respect the specifi...

Page 134: ...CAR SERVICING AND CARE CHECKING LEVELS 134 AIR CLEANER 138 POLLEN FILTER 138 DIESEL FILTER 138 BATTERY 138 WHEELS AND TYRES 140 RUBBER HOSES 141 WINDSCREEN REAR WINDOW WIPERS 142 BODYWORK 144 INTERIOR...

Page 135: ...fluid Clutch fluid right hand drive petrol version only F Battery fig 1 1 3L Duratorq versions Never smoke while working in the engine compartment gas and inflammable vapours may be present with the...

Page 136: ...w seconds and wait a few minutes after turning it off before you check the level When the engine is hot take care when working inside the engine compartment to avoid burns Remember that when the engin...

Page 137: ...inutes for the engine to cool down Do not remove the filler cap when the engine is running Do not remove the filler cap when the engine is hot Wait for the engine to cool down Undiluted coolant is fla...

Page 138: ...n the cap of reservoir E and the surrounding surface Take great care to ensure that impurities do not enter the reservoir when the cap is opened For topping up always use a funnel with integrated filt...

Page 139: ...eded in standard conditions of use INSPECTING THE CHARGE AND THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL The operations must be carried out as described in this Owner Handbook only by skilled personnel Any top up operation...

Page 140: ...ns when you park the car ensure the doors tailgate and bonnet are closed properly to prevent any light switching on inside the passenger s compartment the internal roof lights must be off The car is h...

Page 141: ...tyres check the tyres regularly for cuts on the sides swelling or irregular tread wear In this case go to a Ford Dealership if required avoid overloading the car when travelling this may cause serious...

Page 142: ...emember that the road holding qualities of your car also depend on the correct inflation pressure of the tyres WARNING If the pressure is too low the tyre will overheat and could be seriously damaged...

Page 143: ...the blades this prevents effort on the motor and overheating do not operate the windscreen and the rear screen wipers on dry glass Changing the windscreen wiper blades fig 6 Proceed as follows lift th...

Page 144: ...r window washer fig 9 The rear window washer jets are fixed The nozzle holder is on the rear window fig 8 KA00079m fig 9 KA00080m BODYWORK PROTECTION FROM ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS The main causes of corrosi...

Page 145: ...example in highly polluted areas or if the roads are sprayed with salt it is advisable to wash the car more frequently To correctly wash the vehicle proceed as follows remove the aerial from the roof...

Page 146: ...stances e g petrol or ketenes e g acetone for cleaning front headlight plastic lens INTERIORS MATS To fit the mats correctly position the mat so that the eyelets A fig 10 correspond to the restraint s...

Page 147: ...ns in the vehicle these could explode Aerosol cans must not be exposed to a temperature exceeding 50 C When the vehicle is exposed to sunlight inner temperature can greatly exceed this value WARNING P...

Page 148: ...ES BODYWORK VERSIONS 150 ENGINE 151 POWER SUPPLY 152 TRANSMISSION 152 BRAKES 153 SUSPENSION 153 STEERING 153 WHEELS 154 DIMENSIONS 157 PERFORMANCE 158 WEIGHTS 159 CAPACITIES 160 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS...

Page 149: ...ont axle load C4 Maximum permissible rear axle load M Emission value only diesel D Model or body type codes L Exhaust emission level codes K Body colour codes J Interior trim codes H Final drive ratio...

Page 150: ...KING Engine marking is stamped on the cylinder block and includes the model and the chassis serial number CHASSIS MARKING fig 3 It contains the following information Manufacturer s identification code...

Page 151: ...EX KNOWING YOUR CAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE CODE BODYWORK VERSIONS Versions Engine type code Bodywork version code 1 2L Duratec 169A4000 RU8ABDA1U RU8AAAAIU 1 3L Duratorq 169A5000 RU8BBAB1U Fo...

Page 152: ...ower EEC kW HP corresponding speed rpm Max torque EEC kW kgm corresponding speed rpm Spark plugs Fuel For versions markets where provided 1 2L Duratec 169A4000 Otto 4 in line 70 8 78 86 1242 11 1 0 2...

Page 153: ...ith electronic control turbo and intercooler Modifications or repairs to the fuel supply system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system technical specifications into account can ca...

Page 154: ...are applied STEERING 1 2L Duratec 1 3L Duratorq Type Turning circle kerb to kerb m MacPherson independent wheels mechanical cross member shock absorbers and helical springs stabiliser bar for version...

Page 155: ...carcass tyres The vehicle registration document also lists all type approved tyres IMPORTANT In the event of discrepancies between the information provided on this Owner Handbook and the Vehicle regis...

Page 156: ...4 500 kg 74 375 kg 85 515 kg 75 387 kg 86 530 kg 76 400 kg 87 545 kg 77 412 kg 88 560 kg 78 425 kg 89 580 kg 79 437 kg 90 600 kg 80 450 kg 91 615 kg Maximum speed index Q up to 160 km h R up to 170 km...

Page 157: ...atorq 2 2 2 0 2 3 2 5 195 45 R16 84T 1 2L Duratec 2 0 2 0 2 3 2 5 1 3L Duratorq 2 2 2 0 2 3 2 5 Alternative space saver wheel 5 5Jx14 H2 ET 35 5 5Jx14 H2 ET 35 6Jx15 H2 ET 40 6 5Jx16 H2 ET 40 5 5Jx14...

Page 158: ...refer to the vehicle equipped with its original tyres Height is measured with the vehicle unladen A C B D E F G I KA00084m fig 5 Measurements may vary according to rim tyre size Versions A B C D E F G...

Page 159: ...CARE INDEX KNOWING YOUR CAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE Max allowed speed after initial car use in km h 1 2L Duratec 159 159 long gear ratios 160 short gear ratios 1 3L Duratorq 160 For versi...

Page 160: ...k filled to 90 and without optional equipment Payload including the driver Maximum admitted loads front axle rear axle total Maximum load on roof If special equipment is fitted tow hook etc the unlade...

Page 161: ...gine sump litres Engine sump and filter litres Gearbox casing differential litres Hydraulic brake circuit kg Windscreen and rear window washer fluid reservoir litres 1 3L Duratorq 35 5 6 3 2 8 3 0 1 6...

Page 162: ...es In emergency cases where genuine products are not available lubricants with min performance ACEA C3 are accepted If this is the case the best engine performance is guaranteed We however recommend r...

Page 163: ...TECHNYX SUPER DOT 4 ARTECO Havoline XLC cooling fluid WSS M97B44 D SAE 75W 85 grade synthetic lubricant ESD M6C57 A Super DOT 4 BASF Hydraulan 407 1 Protective agent with antifreeze action Lubricants...

Page 164: ...edures below are followed for measuring consumption urban cycle cold starting followed by driving that simulates urban use of the vehicle IMPORTANT The type of route traffic situations weather conditi...

Page 165: ...NS CO2 EMISSIONS The CO2 emission levels given in the following table refer to combined consumption Versions CO2 emissions according to the current directive g km 1 2L Duratec 115 long gear ratios 119...

Page 166: ...tons 41 Controls 15 41 Coolant level 136 Courtesy lights 40 boot 40 front 40 Cup can holders 44 Dashboard 5 6 Multifunction display 15 Dimensions 157 Dipped beam headlights 37 bulb replacement 122 con...

Page 167: ...Engine oil checking the level 135 consumption 135 technical specifications 160 Engine oil level 135 Engine 151 identification code 150 marking 149 specifications 151 EOBD system 57 ESP system 54 Exte...

Page 168: ...ce 133 climate control system 32 34 Side lights 37 bulb replacement 123 Smart washing 38 Snow chains 93 Spark plugs 151 Speedometer speed indicator 12 Starting the engine 86 bump starting 107 how to w...

Page 169: ...Windscreen washer 38 control 38 fluid level 136 Windscreen wiper 38 blades 142 control 38 jets 143 Windscreen rear window washer level 136 Steering wheel lock 11 Sun visors 43 Supply 152 Suspension 15...

Page 170: ...N NO OT TE E 165 172 Ford KA EN 08 04 14 08 40 Pagina 169...

Page 171: ...165 172 Ford KA EN 08 04 14 08 40 Pagina 170...

Page 172: ...165 172 Ford KA EN 08 04 14 08 40 Pagina 171...

Page 173: ...on INFLATION PRESSURES WHEN COLD bar Add 0 3 bar to the prescribed pressure when the tyres are warm However recheck that the value is correct with the tyre cold Tyres Versions Medium load Full load Sp...

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