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What does the label "Normal mode" indicate on the Ford Kuga?
Answer: When the "Normal mode" appears on the instrument panel of the Ford Kuga, it is possible that the device's battery is low or that an incorrect operatio... read all

Posted on 28-06-2023
What to do if the start & stop of the Ford Kuga is not working?
Answer: In case the start & stop system of your Ford Kuga is not working anymore, we recommend checking if the corresponding button is not deselected. Alterna... read all

Posted on 27-06-2023
When to replace the timing belt in the Ford Kuga?
Answer: Regarding the Ford Kuga, the replacement of the timing belt is scheduled at 180,000 km or after 10 years of use, depending on which milestone is reach... read all

Posted on 23-06-2023
How much does it cost to replace the automatic transmission oil on the Ford Kuga?
Answer: The cost of replacing the automatic transmission oil for a FORD KUGA varies between 9 and 33 euros, depending on the technical specifications and manu... read all

Posted on 21-06-2023
Why does the message "fuel data error" appear on the Ford Kuga?
Answer: The error message "fuel data error" is related to anomalies in fuel detection. It may be due to the float, tank sensor, wiring, or even a malfunction ... read all

Posted on 17-06-2023
What does the message "Fuel computer data error" indicate in the Ford Kuga?
Answer: If the message "Fuel computer data error" appears in our Ford Kuga, it means that there is a malfunction in the fuel level reading system. Often, this... read all

Posted on 16-06-2023
What are the main problems of the Ford Kuga?
Answer: On the Ford Kuga with manual transmission, we may experience difficulty in inserting the various gears when the engine is still cold. Premature wear o... read all

Posted on 15-06-2023
What to do if the Ford Kuga does not open?
Answer: If the car is completely "dead", it's a battery issue. If the battery is completely discharged, even the remote control won't work. If it's just the r... read all

Posted on 12-06-2023
Where is the fuse box located in the 2018 Ford Kuga?
Answer: The fuse box of the 2018 Ford Kuga is located in the trunk behind the passenger side wheel well. Inside, all the fuses related to the electrical parts... read all

Posted on 6-06-2023
Where is the starter motor located in the Ford Kuga?
Answer: The starter motor fuse for the Ford Kuga is located in the fuse box inside the engine compartment: this fuse is indicated in the manual with the code ... read all

Posted on 6-06-2023
Where is the fuse for the cigarette lighter located on the Ford Kuga MK1 version?
Answer: The fuse for the cigarette lighter (which also serves as a power outlet) in the Ford Kuga MK1 version is located in the cabin, behind the glove compar... read all

Posted on 30-05-2023
Why doesn't the Ford Kuga start?
Answer: The reasons that prevent the Ford Kuga from starting are various. The most common one concerns the car battery that may have discharged due to a defec... read all

Posted on 26-05-2023
What problems does the particulate filter of the Ford Kuga present?
Answer: Some Ford models have problems with the DPF, particularly the Kuga model. In fact, in case of problems with the particulate filter, there is a risk of... read all

Posted on 24-05-2023
Where is the fuse box of the Ford Kuga located?
Answer: The fuse boxes of the Ford Kuga are located inside the engine compartment, near the battery, and inside the passenger compartment, behind the glove co... read all

Posted on 23-05-2023
How to turn on and off the rear fog lights of the Ford Kuga?
Answer: To turn on the rear fog lights of the Ford Kuga, you will need to press the button for turning on and off located on the light control switch. The lig... read all

Posted on 10-05-2023
After how many kilometers is it necessary to replace the timing belt of the Ford Kuga?
Answer: According to the manufacturer, the timing belt of the Ford Kuga should be replaced after 5 or 6 years from purchase or after driving between 100,000 a... read all

Posted on 9-05-2023
What to do if the Ford Kuga does not start because the system does not detect the key?
Answer: We need to distinguish between two scenarios: if the car hasn't even unlocked, then we need to ask ourselves if the remote control battery has run out... read all

Posted on 9-05-2023
How much engine oil does the Ford Kuga mk1 require?
Answer: For the Ford Kuga Mk1 2.0 TDCI 136 Hp, 5.6 liters of SAE 5W30 oil are required. This quantity also includes the oil filter. A 5-liter can of Ford Moto... read all

Posted on 7-05-2023
What does the warning light indicating that tire pressure sensors are not detected on a Ford Kuga mean?
Answer: It can happen that this warning light turns on if you have replaced the tires but the rims you have installed are without sensors. To fix the error, y... read all

Posted on 6-05-2023
Where is the engine control unit located in the Ford Kuga?
Answer: Regarding the Ford Kuga, the engine control unit is located exactly to the left of the engine. It is not immediately visible, in fact, a plastic cover... read all

Posted on 6-05-2023
How much engine oil should I put in the Ford Kuga?
Answer: There is no precise amount of engine oil to pour into the appropriate dipstick of your first-generation Ford Kuga (year 2008-2012). The important thin... read all

Posted on 5-05-2023
What are the problems with the Powershift transmission of the Ford Kuga?
Answer: The Powershift automatic transmission of the Ford Kuga is one of the latest models of transmission and is very precise and advanced. It has two altern... read all

Posted on 4-05-2023
Why is the START&STOP of the Ford Kuga not working?
Answer: The START&STOP function of the 2019 Ford Kuga may stop working due to the car battery's low charge level. In fact, if the charge is too low, the contr... read all

Posted on 1-05-2023
Why does the Ford Kuga remote control not work after battery replacement?
Answer: If after replacing the battery of the remote control, you are still unable to access your Ford Kuga normally, it means that you need to reprogram the ... read all

Posted on 1-05-2023
What is the position of the battery in the Ford Kuga?
Answer: In the Ford Kuga, the battery is located in the engine compartment like most of Ford's cars. To access it, simply open the engine compartment at the w... read all

Posted on 29-04-2023
Why does the engine light of the Ford Kuga turn on?
Answer: The engine warning light of the Ford Kuga turns on in case of engine malfunction, particularly indicating a problem in the ignition, fuel, or starting... read all

Posted on 3-04-2023
How to retrieve Ford V-series radio code?
Answer: It may happen that after performing a reset operation or changing the car battery, our car radio blocks and asks for a secret code to be entered. In t... read all

Posted on 29-03-2023
What does the check engine light on Ford Kuga mean?
Answer: Indeed, this warning light is activated in the event of an engine malfunction, in particular it indicates a problem in the ignition, fuel supply or en... read all

Posted on 28-03-2023
Where does the Ford Kuga navigation SD card go?
Answer: The Ford Kuga navigation SD card, on which the navigator maps are loaded, must be inserted into the appropriate slot: this is located in the upper par... read all

Posted on 4-03-2023
Why is my Ford Kuga key not detected?
Answer: If the Ford Kuga key is not detected, there is probably a device encoding problem, which can be solved at a specialized centre; the problem could also... read all

Posted on 4-03-2023
What to do when the engine malfunction light comes on on Ford Kuga?
Answer: If the engine failure warning light comes on on the instrument panel of our car, there is probably a problem with the anti-pollution system and that a... read all

Posted on 4-03-2023
Why doesn't my Ford Kuga engine start anymore?
Answer: If the engine of our Ford Kuga suddenly stopped starting, the first thing we can do is check that your battery is sufficiently charged. Otherwise, we ... read all

Posted on 2-03-2023
What problems could the 2019 Ford Kuga present?
Answer: Online we read about some possible problems related to the car in question: The pre-tensioning system of the seat belt, not perfectly set and shortcom... read all

Posted on 24-02-2023
What problems could the Ford Kuga particulate filter present?
Answer: The Ford Kuga particulate filter could get dirty and clogged over time, therefore working badly. Even in the event of failed regeneration, the engine ... read all

Posted on 24-02-2023
Where is the cigarette lighter fuse located in 2012 Ford Kuga?
Answer: On the 2012 Ford Kuga the cigarette lighter fuse is located in the fuse box in the passenger compartment behind the glove box on the passenger side an... read all

Posted on 17-02-2023
What are the warning lights on Ford Kuga?
Answer: On this model of car, as in all modern cars, the warning lights are orange and the most important ones are those for engine failure and low fuel level... read all

Posted on 17-02-2023
What to do when the check engine light comes on on Ford Kuga?
Answer: When the engine failure warning light comes on on the instrument panel of our car, the control unit is indicating a generic engine failure that must b... read all

Posted on 17-02-2023
Where are the fuses located in the Ford Kuga Mk1?
Answer: The fuse boxes in the Ford Kuga Mk1 are located: in the passenger compartment, behind the glove compartment, which must be emptied and removed to acce... read all

Posted on 2-02-2023
How often do you replace the fuel filter on the Ford Kuga Mk1?
Answer: Due to its diesel fuel supply, the Ford Kuga Mk1 requires the replacement of the fuel filter every 50,000 km, a very limited interval compared to petr... read all

Posted on 21-01-2023
What to do when your Ford Kuga key is not detected?
Answer: When we access the passenger compartment and notice that the key not recognized indication appears on the display, there is probably a problem with th... read all

Posted on 20-01-2023
How to change the battery in the Ford Kuga remote control?
Answer: To change the battery in the Ford Kuga remote control, we have to open it in two by levering it with a screwdriver. In this way we can access the dead... read all

Posted on 16-01-2023
Why did the particle filter light come on in the Ford Kuga?
Answer: In the Ford Kuga, the particle filter warning light indicates that it is clogged and that the automatic cleaning procedure is in progress. In this sit... read all

Posted on 10-01-2023
How much is the Ford Kuga service?
Answer: The regular coupon of your Ford Kuga second series (year 2012-2019), as indicated by the manufacturer itself, should preferably be carried out at an a... read all

Posted on 31-12-2022
What to do if you have problems with your Ford Kuga automatic transmission?
Answer: The automatic gearbox can have problems due to inadequate lubrication: we replace the gearbox oil with new and clean lubricant. If this is not enough ... read all

Posted on 26-12-2022
Where is the Ford Kuga 2 car radio security code located?
Answer: The security code useful for unlocking the stock radio of your Ford Kuga second series (year 2012-2019) can be found in the paper manual of the vehicl... read all

Posted on 18-12-2022
Are there any problems with the Ford Kuga Full Hybrid?
Answer: Currently there are no particular problems regarding the Ford Kuga Full Hybrid. Only in 2020 some cars were withdrawn due to overheating of the batter... read all

Posted on 8-12-2022
How do you reset the Ford Kuga oil light?
Answer: First turn on the instrument panel. Then fully depress the brake and accelerator pedals and wait approximately 15 seconds until the oil warning light ... read all

Posted on 6-12-2022
Why is the air conditioning in Ford Kuga not working?
Answer: In this short and easy guide we will see why the air conditioning on Ford Kuga does not turn on; getting on board the car we realize that the air comi... read all

Posted on 27-11-2022

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