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How to Open the Bonnet of the Ford Kuga When the Battery is Flat?

Model: Ford Kuga C394, MK 1 - Years 2008-2012
Part: Body

To open the bonnet of the Ford Kuga when the car battery is flat, detach the cover from the back of the remote control to access the emergency key inside. Once the key is extracted, lift the logo located at the front of the vehicle, just below the bonnet. At the back of the logo, there will be a lock where you need to insert the key: turning it counterclockwise will unlock the bonnet, allowing you to open it and access the engine compartment.

Updated on 14 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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