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Main Message Centre : The meaning of Kuga

May 13, 2014, 4:36 pm
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Author: Speedysputnick
Subject: The meaning of Kuga
Posted: 13 May 2014 at 11:36pm

Apart from plague in Slovenia does anyone know what the word Kuga actually means?
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Main Message Centre : The meaning of Kuga

May 13, 2014, 6:51 pm
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Author: Dozers Dad
Subject: The meaning of Kuga
Posted: 14 May 2014 at 1:51am

Keep....Us....Guessing....About

1) Claimed MPG figures?

2) Why the dodgy 4x4 system/diff isn't part of the service schedule?

3) Why didn't we all get a Thingy with our Kuga (use search option for an explanation of what a Thingy is)?

4) Why does a basic oil service suddenly drop from £250 to £99 once the car is three years old?

5) Why do some Kugas allow water ingress due to half @rsed sealing of the bulk head?

6) Why do the tyres on 19" rims wear unevenly?

7) Why do alternators bite the dust 1000 of miles before they should?

etc etc etc

I'll blame this reply on being laid up in bed, pain killers & boredom

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Newbies : From KL - will be an owner of Kuga2 this weekend

May 13, 2014, 8:50 pm
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Author: falconfzn
Subject: From KL - will be an owner of Kuga2 this weekend
Posted: 14 May 2014 at 3:50am

Not the best, but here are some pictures of my Snowy Embarrassed


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Technical : ALL SYNC Bluetooth USB iPhone iPod Phone Info

May 13, 2014, 8:52 pm
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Author: falconfzn
Subject: ALL SYNC Bluetooth USB iPhone iPod Phone Info
Posted: 14 May 2014 at 3:52am

Anyone knows if we can change the sync voice from female to male voice? I tried fiddling around in the menu and cant seem to find the option. 
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Modifications : ALL Mk2 LED & standard bulbs info

May 13, 2014, 9:02 pm
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Author: SPA2TAN
Subject: ALL Mk2 LED & standard bulbs info
Posted: 14 May 2014 at 4:02am

Originally posted by McLaren McLaren wrote:

Originally posted by SPA2TAN SPA2TAN wrote:

Originally posted by McLaren McLaren wrote:

No problem like to help.
Am hoping to get some new h15 bulbs soon.


I found these:

http://m.ebay.com/itm/261361936620?nav=SEARCH

1x $23.99 around £15 each

What do you think?




Don't know as dose not say what k it is and that is for one bulb.
I know http://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk are testing one at min and they told me out end of May, so keep a eye out.
I have seen this on eBay tho not cheap tho http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/351041426416 and they are 7500k so will look good.


Will do thanks
Temped to buy the bulb from ebay its not cheap :(
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Main Message Centre : The meaning of Kuga

May 14, 2014, 1:56 am
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Author: Speedysputnick
Subject: The meaning of Kuga
Posted: 14 May 2014 at 8:56am

Great answer though. My handbook says that the awd system is sealed and maintenance free. I didn't get a thingy either.
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Main Message Centre : The meaning of Kuga

May 14, 2014, 2:28 am
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Author: Morph
Subject: The meaning of Kuga
Posted: 14 May 2014 at 9:28am

Originally posted by Dozers Dad Dozers Dad wrote:

Keep....Us....Guessing....About

1) Claimed MPG figures?

2) Why the dodgy 4x4 system/diff isn't part of the service schedule?

3) Why didn't we all get a Thingy with our Kuga (use search option for an explanation of what a Thingy is)?

4) Why does a basic oil service suddenly drop from £250 to £99 once the car is three years old?

5) Why do some Kugas allow water ingress due to half @rsed sealing of the bulk head?

6) Why do the tyres on 19" rims wear unevenly?

7) Why do alternators bite the dust 1000 of miles before they should?

etc etc etc

I'll blame this reply on being laid up in bed, pain killers & boredom



1. MPG figures are gained using a standard test that all manufactures have to use. It's not really Ford's fault you cannot get these figures in real world driving. Prius owners have tried to sue Toyota over their claimed MPG figures.

2. Ford did not make the AWD system. Haldex did. They supplied a sealed for life unit probably as requested, to keep maintenance costs down. Again not Fords fault that it is not upto the job.

3. Thingy missing. Not really needed if you have privacy glass, so comes down to cost cutting.

4. £250 for an oil service!!!!, nearer the £150 mark. Simple answer warrenty. 1st year is down to Fords and the final 2 are covered by the dealer, so they need to cover this incurred cost somehow. Bump up the service cost.It wasn't that long ago you only got 1 year warrenty! So for the little extra it costs you to get it serviced your car at least has some warrenty (granted trim and other items aren't covered, but it's better than nothing)

5. Water leaks. That is ALL Fords fault and should not come under trim and only be covered for a year!

Those are my thoughts for the first 5.

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Technical : Creaking Drivers Door

May 14, 2014, 3:08 am
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Author: Kuga 4Me
Subject: Creaking Drivers Door
Posted: 14 May 2014 at 10:08am

I have had the Kuga in the dealer who has had the door panel off to lubricate and tighten components. The result is the noise remains and they failed to cure it and I am returning it again tommorow for the damaged trim they caused to be replaced. They state that this is the first instance of anyone reporting this noise.

I shall sort it out myself and report back in due course. I am into hospital now so will be a little while.
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Main Message Centre : The meaning of Kuga

May 14, 2014, 4:09 am
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Author: Dozers Dad
Subject: The meaning of Kuga
Posted: 14 May 2014 at 11:09am

Hi Speedy,

Yeah the awd system is supposed to be sealed for life. Only problem is it's lifespan is less than that of the rest of the car!

Fortunately I have 2wd, a thingy as standard, tyres that wear evenly, no water ingress so far & my alternator still works. My spoof explanation of what KUGA might stand for wasn't based on my own experiences & was tounge in cheek. However it was based on the experiences of many users of this forum.

The humour appears to have been wasted on Morph though?

Edited by Dozers Dad - 2 hours 46 minutes ago at 11:14am
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Technical : Fitting a radio - Help needed!

May 14, 2014, 3:23 pm
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Author: Gazwats
Subject: Fitting a radio - Help needed!
Posted: 14 May 2014 at 10:23pm

It seems the dregs of society will help themselves to anything they believe carries some sort of value, earlier today I read the following from Herts Constabulary:
Quote A number of new series BMWs have had their steering wheel and satellite navigation systems stolen over the last week in the Harpenden and Hemel Hempstead area.
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Technical : Tyre Deflation Sensor

May 14, 2014, 4:01 pm
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Author: SRF
Subject: Tyre Deflation Sensor
Posted: 14 May 2014 at 11:01pm

My tyre low pressure warning has come on. Pressure checked no change but I am unable to extinguish warning light.  Very annoying. 
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Technical : Power Steering Failure message

May 15, 2014, 12:47 am
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Author: Morph
Subject: Power Steering Failure message
Posted: 15 May 2014 at 7:47am

Have you checked the fluid level?

Think the pump and tank are under the drivers side headlight.

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For Sale & Wanted : Towbar for sale

May 15, 2014, 3:23 am
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Author: nigel129
Subject: Towbar for sale
Posted: 15 May 2014 at 10:23am

Due to an unforeseen change of tow car, (currently a 2013 all new Mk 2 Kuga on a 63 plate, i will be removing my towbar for resale. It was bought in January2014 and is made by TowTrust. Its a detachable swan neck (lockable) which requires NO CUTOUT. The electrics pack cam from Right Connections and is included in the price, however you may need to sort a constant supply if you need to run any 12v while towing (fridge,battery etc). The 13pin socket also swivels up and is concealed when not neeed It has been used once and works perfectly with all the Kugas towing functions (subject to either a dealer activation or any competent towbar fitter. I made sure when purchacing that this bar and electrics meet all Fords stringent warranty requirements.
As my new car wont be available till 1st week of July im advertizing this early in case anyone is currently looking for a towbar but can wait till its available to grab a bargain.
Original cost of bar was £180.00 plus the electrics pack another £123.00. This is not an inferior towbar and kit that will invalidate your warranty or cause problems with the Kuga software.
All instructions will be supplied and apart from one use is as new. Copies of original receipts  available. I will consider a notional deposit via any payment method to hold the towbar till it is removed in July. Please message me and ill supply a telephone number if you have any questions. Price will be £200. Due to its weight it would be safe to say this will be on a collect in person basis, or im happy to help arrange a courier. No pics at present as hitch is in the caravan, but theres not really much to see anyway. Take the hassle out of choosing the correct towbar, ive done all the research and leg work for you.
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Technical : ALL Limp Home Mode / Engine Service Now info

May 15, 2014, 3:29 am
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Author: nigel129
Subject: ALL Limp Home Mode / Engine Service Now info
Posted: 15 May 2014 at 10:29am

I wont go into to much detail but all the faults listed here and other threads have applies to my 63 kuga, i have now arranged to exchange the Kuga for a newer model as it appears mine is a lemon. However, im now upgrading to a Titanium X which will be a 2014 build. Im not so much bound to secrecy how ive managed this but if youd like more info, message me. Current mileage is 4500. average mpg over that distance by logging fuel via my fuel card, 28mpg, well below what evn Ford would admit to.


Edited by nigel129 - 9 hours 27 minutes ago at 10:33am
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Technical : Tyre Deflation Sensor

May 15, 2014, 4:56 am
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Author: buzzrm
Subject: Tyre Deflation Sensor
Posted: 15 May 2014 at 11:56am

Does this system work even if you don't "set tyre pressure" via the information display?
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MK2 General Discussion : Bob's Kuga No:3 a comparison to his 2 Mk1s.

May 15, 2014, 8:18 am
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Author: bobuptown
Subject: Bob's Kuga No:3 a comparison to his 2 Mk1s.
Posted: 15 May 2014 at 3:18pm

Had a Mk 3 Kuga Titanium powershift for a little over a month now and their are some aspects of Kuga 2 that I miss, the Split Tailgate for example and believe it or not the ickle "keep net" on the passenger side lower centre console, the sliding cup holder nick knack "cover" the extremely useful additional (2) under floor storage areas, in the Mk 3 the second one has either been deleted or carpeted over, parking ticket slots/holders second, Kuga 2 was much better than the Kuga number one, however I have read other members mention ride is better and quieter, smoother but you know what I'm not sure about that, one thing is certain this Mk3 162/3 ps diesel engine is a lot more vocal in fact I could not hear Kuga 2's 163ps diesel and when you put your foot down my new Kuga engine has a kind of "motor boat" exhaust note to it, seats are slimmer, and after a recent trip to Southampton and back I don't think they are quite as comfortable, yes, yes it's longer so more room in the boot, but it's all subjective but the Focus type dash is a welcomed improvement shiny piano black was probably not the best way for Fords interior designers to go but it's modern and functional and my guess is that they were attempting to get into the Guinness book of records by designing a radio with the most buttons on any car radio in the world, they succeeded, generally Kuga Mk III is better to look at but when you factor in what Ford have dropped it's really a missed opportunity and as this is a Global Kuga my expectations whether rightly or wrongly were higher, but that said it is still a very nice vehicle, but hey what's your opinion?
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MK2 General Discussion : Bob's Kuga No:3 a comparison to his 2 Mk1s.

May 15, 2014, 8:25 am
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Author: Morph
Subject: Bob's Kuga No:3 a comparison to his 2 Mk1s.
Posted: 15 May 2014 at 3:25pm

Bob, update your signature lol.

Pretty much agree with most of your points (have said most of them myself to you before)

But I don't know why, I can't put my finger on it. I just prefer the MK2 Kuga. Had 5 Mk1's from Zetec 136's to Titanium 163's and I still think this is the best one yet.


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MK1 General Discussion : ALL Mk1 Kuga prices / part exchange info

May 15, 2014, 11:29 am
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Author: max-kuga
Subject: ALL Mk1 Kuga prices / part exchange info
Posted: 15 May 2014 at 6:29pm

we have a mk1 kuga titanium x 163 diesel on a 61plate (nov2011) with 15000 miles on, in mint condition and full service history, that we are putting up for sale in the next week or two (other half just cant get on with it for some reason) what are these worth at the moment as a private sale??
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Technical : Power Steering Failure message

May 15, 2014, 12:04 pm
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Author: Kirkley
Subject: Power Steering Failure message
Posted: 15 May 2014 at 7:04pm

Power steering fluid checked ok. Also checked electrical connections to pump and again all seemed ok.
Still searching for an answer. The message has been cleared and the power steering is working but as others seemed to have found out it will return.
There must be answer some where:-(
 
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MK2 General Discussion : Delays to Mk2 orders

May 16, 2014, 5:01 am
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Author: Ulsterman
Subject: Delays to Mk2 orders
Posted: 16 May 2014 at 12:01pm

Enjoy my friend
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