Page 1 COP LUM KA GB:Layout 1 18-10-2010 11:21 Pagina 1 FordKa Ford Ka Feel the difference Feel the difference Owner’s handbook Owner’s handbook The information contained in this publication was correct at the 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.
Page 2: Dashboard Views
603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 1 DASHBOARD (LEFT-HAND DRIVE) The presence and position of controls, instruments and gauges may vary depending on the versions. KA00177m 1. Side air vent – 2. Left steering column stalk: external lights – 3. Instrument panel and warning lights – 4. Right steering column stalk: windscreen wiper, washer, trip computer controls –...
Page 3 603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 2 DASHBOARD (RIGHT-HAND DRIVE) The presence and position of controls, instruments and gauges may vary depending on the versions. KA00178m 1. Side air vent – 2. Passenger side air bag – 3. Central air vents – 4. Oddment/Car radio compartment – 5. Left steering column stalk: external lights –...
Page 4: On Board Panel/Instruments
603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 3 ON BOARD PANEL AND 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.
Page 5 603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 4 Right-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 Digital display.
Page 6 603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 5 DIGITAL DISPLAY STANDARD SCREEN The standard screen shows the following information: A Headlight aiming position (only with dipped beam headlights on) KA00165m KA00016m B Time (always displayed, even with key extracted and front doors –...
Page 7 603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 6 MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY (where provided) The car can be equipped with the multifunction display that, depending on previous settings, shows useful information when driving. “STANDARD” SCREEN KA00166m KA00016m The standard screen shows the following information: Single presses on buttons + or –...
Page 8 603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 7 KA00206m KA00185m KA00017m LOCKING STEERING WHEEL TRIP COMPUTER AND RELEASING WITH It can be adjusted vertically (where General information REMOTE CONTROL provided). The Trip computer is used to display For adjustment, bring the lever...
Page 9: External Lights
603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 8 WINDOW WASHING WINDSCREEN WASHER/WIPER The stalk has five different positions (four speed levels): A windscreen wiper off. B intermittent operation. C continuous slow operation. D continuous fast operation. KA00109m KA00111m E fast temporary operation (spring-return position).
Page 10: Air Vents
603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 9 KA00203m KA00209m KA00204m AIR VENTS MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL Adjustment: move the vent, directing A Air temperature knob (red-hot/blue-cold). it as required. B Fan speed knob and climate control system activation/deactivation.
Page 11 603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 10 KA00060m USING THE MANUAL GEARBOX To engage the gears, press the clutch pedal fully and shift the gear lever into KA00191m one of the required positions (the AUTOMATIC CLIMATE Buttons +, –, F diagram is shown on the lever knob).
Page 12 603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 11 AUTO-START-STOP OPERATING MODES SYSTEM Engine stopping mode With the vehicle stationary, the engine INTRODUCTION stops with the gearbox in neutral and the clutch pedal released. The Auto-Start-Stop device automatically stops the engine each time...
Page 13 603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 12 ❒ driver’s door not shut; SEATS ENGINE STOPPING FAILURE CONDITIONS ❒ driver’s seat belt not fastened; With the device activated, for reasons FRONT SEATS ❒ reverse gear engaged (for example,...
Page 14 603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 13 KA00006m KA00008m KA00018m Driver side, where equipped with Driver side and passenger side position memory where not equipped with position memory To return the seat to its initial position, slide the seat back and press on the...
Page 15: Fuel Tank Cap
603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 14 KA00019m KA00035m KA00043m FRONT POWER FUEL TANK CAP REAR SEATS WINDOW CONTROLS Backrest release The cap B is provided with a loss (where provided) ❒ For versions with joint seat, prevention device C which secures it to the lid A.
Page 16: Ford Audio
603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 15 ❒ On your mobile phone, search for ❒ Ford Audio asks you if you want to FORD AUDIO ® devices equipped with Bluetooth copy the mobile phone phonebook technology (the setting on your...
Page 17 603.95.157 PP KA EN 1ed trip 15-10-2010 13:49 Pagina 16 Print no. 603.95.157 - 11/2010 - 1st Edition...
Page 18 11:20 Pagina 1 Instruction handbook Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you read this instruction handbook carefully to better understand your vehicle features. The better you understand, the better you will feel safe and enjoy driving it. Note The instruction handbook describes the product features and options available in the whole range, sometimes even before they are actually available.
Page 19: Table Of Contents
001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 2 DASHBOARD (LEFT-HAND DRIVE) ......WINDOW WASHING ............DASHBOARD (RIGHT-HAND DRIVE) ......ROOF LIGHT ............... SYMBOLS ................CONTROLS ................THE FORD CODE SYSTEM ..........INTERIOR FITTINGS ............THE KEYS ................
Page 20: Dashboard (Left-Hand Drive)
001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 3 DASHBOARD (LEFT-HAND DRIVE) The presence and position of controls, instruments and gauges may vary depending on the versions. fig. 1 KA00177m 1. Side air vent – 2. Left steering column stalk: external lights – 3. Instrument panel and warning lights – 4. Right steering column stalk: windscreen wiper, rear window washer, trip computer controls –...
Page 21: Dashboard (Right-Hand Drive)
001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 4 DASHBOARD (RIGHT-HAND DRIVE) The presence and position of controls, instruments and gauges may vary depending on the versions. fig. 2 KA00178m 1. Side air vent – 2. Passenger side airbag – 3. Central air vents – 4. Oddment/Car radio compartment – 5. Left steering column stalk: external lights –...
Page 22: Symbols
001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 5 SYMBOLS THE FORD CODE Warning light coming on when driving SYSTEM Special coloured labels have been ❒ If the warning light turns on, attached near or actually on some...
Page 23: The Keys
001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 6 THE KEYS CODE CARD (optional, for versions/markets, where provided) fig. 3 CODE The car is delivered with two copies ELECTRONIC KEYCODE of the ignition key and with the CODE...
Page 24 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 7 Door release Door locking Remote tailgate opening Short pressing of Ë button: release Short pressing of Á : button: remote Press button R twice to release of the doors, timed activation of locking of doors with deactivation of (open) the tailgate remotely.
Page 25 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 8 REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL REPLACING THE BATTERY REMOTE CONTROLS OF THE KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL fig. 6 The system can recognise up to 8 keys with incorporated remote control. To replace the battery, proceed...
Page 26 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 9 STEERING LOCK WARNING Never extract the key Engagement while the vehicle is moving. The steering wheel would When the key is at STOP, remove automatically lock as soon as you the key and turn the steering wheel try to turn it.
Page 27: On-Board Panel And Instruments
001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 10 ON-BOARD PANEL AND 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 Digital display.
Page 28 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 11 Right-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 Digital display.
Page 29 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 12 Instrument background colour and type FUEL LEVEL GAUGE ENGINE COOLANT may vary according to the version. TEMPERATURE INDICATOR This shows the amount of fuel in the tank. This shows the temperature of the...
Page 30: Digital Display
001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 13 DIGITAL DISPLAY STANDARD SCREEN fig. 12 The standard screen shows the following information: A Headlight aiming position (only with dipped beam headlights on). B Time (always displayed, even with key...
Page 31 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 14 SETUP MENU Selecting a menu option Hold down the MENU ESC button: The menu comprises a series of – to quit the setup menu if you are – press briefly button MENU functions arranged in a cycle which can in the menu;...
Page 32 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 15 Setting the clock (Hour) – press + or − to select the required Note Selection is possible between volume (adjustable over 8 levels). 30 and 200 km/h, or 20 and 125 mph This function is used to set the clock.
Page 33: Multifunction Display
001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 16 MULTIFUNCTION Setting the distance unit (Unit) Front passenger’s airbag and side bag activation/deactivation DISPLAY (where With this function it is possible to set (where provided) (P BAG) (*) the unit.
Page 34 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 17 Controlling the car interior lights – on the standard screen, they control brightness of instrument panel, radio and automatic climate control system. Setup menu – within the menu, to scroll the menu options upwards and downwards;...
Page 35 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 18 Operating modes are different Selecting an option from the main menu – to return to the main menu if you according to the characteristics with a submenu: are at another point of the menu of the option selected.
Page 36 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 19 Speed Beep (Speed limit) – briefly press button MENU Setting the time (Clock) to go back to the menu screen or press This function enables the clock to This function is used to set the car the button for long to go back to the be set through two submenus: “Time”...
Page 37 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 20 – when accessing the “Format” submenu: Set date (Setting the date) See radio (Repeat audio briefly pressing button MENU information) Using this function you can update makes the display mode flash;...
Page 38 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 21 Unit of measurement If the set distance unit is “km”, the fuel Language (Language selection) consumption unit will be displayed in (Set unit of measurement) After setting, display messages can km/l or l/100 km.
Page 39 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 22 Warning volume Adjusting the button volume Passenger front and side airbag (Button Vol.) activation/deactivation and side (Adjusting the failure/ bag protection (chest/pelvis) warning buzzer volume) This function may be used to adjust...
Page 40 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 23 Courtesy lights (Greeting lights) For activation/deactivation, proceed Exit Menu as follows: This functions allows the side lights This is the last function that closes and number plate lights to be turned –...
Page 41: Trip Computer
001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 24 TRIP COMPUTER “Trip B” shall be used to display IMPORTANT The range can be affected the figures relating to: by several factors: driving style (see “Driving style” in the “Starting –...
Page 42 001-025 Ford KA EN:001-025 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:20 Pagina 25 Average speed Start of journey procedure This value shows the car average speed With ignition key on MAR-ON, press based on the overall time elapsed since and hold the button TRIP pressed for the start of the new journey.
Page 43: Seats
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 26 SEATS FRONT SEATS WARNING All adjustments must be made with the car stationary. KA00006m KA00008m fig. 19 fig. 17 Horizontal adjustment fig. 17 Lift lever A and push the seat forwards and backwards.
Page 44: Head Restraints
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 27 HEAD RESTRAINTS Driver side, where equipped with position memory To return the seat to its initial position, FRONT fig. 22 slide the seat back and press on the Head restraints are height adjustable;...
Page 45: Steering Wheel
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 28 STEERING WHEEL It can be adjusted vertically (where provided). For adjustment, bring the lever fig. 24 downward to position 2 then position the wheel and lock it bringing lever to position 1.
Page 46: Rear View Mirrors
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 18-10-2010 12:12 Pagina 29 REAR VIEW MIRRORS REAR VIEW MIRROR fig. 25 The mirror is fitted with a safety device that causes its release in the event of a violent impact with the passenger.
Page 47: Temperature Comfort
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 30 TEMPERATURE COMFORT VENTS fig. 28 1. Vents for demisting/defrosting the windscreen 2. Orientable, adjustable central vents 3. Orientable, adjustable side vents 4. Fixed vents for side windows 5. Lower vents fig.
Page 48: Heating And Ventilation
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 31 HEATING AND VENTILATION CONTROLS fig. 29 A Air temperature knob (red-hot/blue-cold) B Fan speed knob C Air recirculation knob … – internal air recirculation Ú – air intake from outside...
Page 49: Manual Climate Control System
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 32 MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (where provided) CONTROLS fig. 30 A Air temperature knob (red-hot/ blue-cold) B Fan speed knob and climate control system activation/deactivation. Press the knob to activate the climate control system;...
Page 50 026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 33 Fast front window and front side SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ADDITIONAL HEATER windows demisting/defrosting (where provided) In winter, the climate control system (MAX-DEF) must be turned on at least once This device speeds up passenger Proceed as follows: a month for about 10 minutes.
Page 51: Automatic Climate Control System
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 34 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (where provided) The automatic climate control system automatically regulates the following depending on the temperature set by the user: ❒ the temperature of the air conveyed to the passenger compartment;...
Page 52 026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 35 ❒ it is not possible to supply into the Button … – D IMPORTANT Specifically, if the heating passenger compartment air with fluid is not sufficiently warm, the fan will...
Page 53 026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 36 ❒ air recirculation switching-off; ∂ to the front seat footwell vents. DEMISTING/DEFROSTING ❒ maximum air temperature setting (HI); Due to the natural tendency HEATED WINDSCREEN ❒ fan speed enabling depending on of heat to spread upwards, Press button N to activate this function.
Page 54: External Lights
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 37 EXTERNAL LIGHTS The left-hand stalk operates most of the external lights. The external lights can only be switched on when the ignition key is on MAR-ON. The instrument panel and the various dashboard controls will come on with the external lights.
Page 55: Window Washing
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 38 WINDOW WASHING “FOLLOW ME HOME” DEVICE This allows the space surrounding The right stalk fig. 34 controls the car to be lit up for a certain period windscreen wiper/washer and heated of time.
Page 56 026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 39 REAR WINDOW WASHER/ “Smart washing” function Do not use the rear window WIPER wiper to remove layers Pushing the stalk towards the of snow or ice. In these dashboard (unstable position) will...
Page 57: Roof Light
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 40 ROOF LIGHT Roof light timing LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT (lens central position) ROOF LIGHT FRONT ROOF LIGHT Three different switching-on modes For versions fitted with boot light, it will The lens can be set to three positions:...
Page 58: Controls
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 41 CONTROLS FRONT/REAR FOG LIGHTS fig. 35 (where provided) To turn on the front/rear fog lights, use HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS the button C as follows: fig. 35 1° Pressing: front fog lights on...
Page 59 026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:23 Pagina 42 ❒ deactivate the right indicator; FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM The following procedure should be carried out to restore the correct ❒ activate the left indicator; This intervenes in the case of an impact...
Page 60: Interior Fittings
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:24 Pagina 43 INTERIOR FITTINGS CIGAR LIGHTER (where provided) fig. 36 WARNING The cigar lighter gets very KA00122m KA00031m fig. 36 fig. 38 hot. Handle it carefully and make sure that children do not ODDMENT COMPARTMENT touch it: risk of fire and/or burns.
Page 61 026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:24 Pagina 44 CURRENT SOCKET (where provided) fig. 39 The current socked is located on the central tunnel and is powered with ignition key on MAR-ON. To use the socket, open the protection lid A.
Page 62: Doors
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:24 Pagina 45 DOORS LOCK/RELEASE FROM OUTSIDE fig. 40 To unlock Rotate the key to 1 and pull the handle upward. KA00033m KA00192m fig. 40 fig. 41 With central locking (where provided),...
Page 63: Power Windows
026-046 Ford KA EN:026-046 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:24 Pagina 46 POWER WINDOWS To lock With central locking push control lever A toward the door. Operating the lever FRONT POWER WINDOWS A on driver side or the passenger side (where provided) fig. 42 centrally locks the doors.
Page 64: Boot
047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 47 BOOT TAILGATE OPENING By means of the key without remote control fig. 43a To release the lock, use the metal insert of the ignition key A. Tailgate opening is eased by the action of the side gas...
Page 65 047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 48 ❒ check that the seat belt is not twisted; ❒ lift handle A or B-fig. 45 to release either the left or right part of the backrest and guide the backrest down onto the cushion.
Page 66: Bonnet
047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 49 BONNET Repositioning the rear seat Raise the seat backrests and push them back until hearing the locking click Opening fig. 46-47-48 of both retainers. Proceed as follows: Position the seat belt buckles up.
Page 67 047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 50 Closing fig. 48 WARNING Proceed as follows: Before lifting the bonnet, ensure that the wiper arm ❒ hold the bonnet up with one hand is not lifted from the windscreen.
Page 68: Headlights
047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 51 HEADLIGHTS WARNING For safety reasons, the bonnet must always be HEADLIGHT BEAM AIMING properly closed while the car is The correct aiming of the headlights travelling. Make sure that the...
Page 69 047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 52 Correct positions depending ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHTS ALIGNMENT OF FRONT FOG on the load WHEN ABROAD LIGHTS (where provided) Position 0 – one or two passengers on Dipped headlights are adjusted to drive Contact a Ford Dealership to have front seats.
Page 70: Abs System
047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 53 ABS SYSTEM ABS SYSTEM INTERVENTION WARNING The driver can feel that the ABS system The ABS system exploits This system, an integral part of the has come into action because the brake...
Page 71: Esp System
047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 54 ESP SYSTEM (Electronic EBD failure WARNING Stability Program) If warning light x only EBD failure is indicated by the turning on of warning lights > and x on the...
Page 72 047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 55 System engagement HILL HOLDER SYSTEM Failure warnings (where provided) The ESP system comes on automatically A system failure is indicated by the turning on of warning light I when the vehicle is started and cannot It is integral to the ESP system.
Page 73 047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 56 ASR SYSTEM Switching the ASR system on/off (Antislip Regulation) fig. 50 (where provided) The ASR can work only when the ignition key is on MAR-ON. This is integral to the ESP system and...
Page 74: Eobd System
047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 57 EOBD SYSTEM The system also has a diagnosis Go to a Ford Dealership connector that can be interfaced as soon as possible if the to suitable instruments, to read...
Page 75: Parking Sensors
047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 58 PARKING SENSORS If several obstacles are detected by the sensors, only the nearest one (where provided) is considered. Parking sensors are located in the rear FAILURE WARNINGS bumper fig. 51 and their function...
Page 76 047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 59 ❒ The performance of the parking GENERAL WARNINGS WARNING assistance system could be affected ❒ When parking, watch out for When repainting the by the position of the sensors, e.g.
Page 77: Auto-Start-Stop System
047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 60 AUTO-START-STOP SYSTEM INTRODUCTION The Auto-Start-Stop device automatically stops the engine each time the vehicle is stationary and starts it again when the driver wants to resume driving. KA00168m KA00169m fig.
Page 78 047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 61 ❒ during the first period of use, ENGINE STOPPING FAILURE With a gear engaged, the engine can CONDITIONS to initialize the system. be automatically restarted only by fully depressing the clutch pedal. The driver...
Page 79 047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 62 SAFETY FUNCTIONS In engine cut-out conditions through the Auto-Start-Stop system, if the driver unfastens his seat belt and opens the driver’s door or the passenger door, the engine can only be restarted using the key.
Page 80 047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 63 WARNINGS 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...
Page 81: Radio
047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 64 SOUND SYSTEM SETUP SYSTEM (where provided) RADIO (where provided) (where provided) The radio setup system is composed of: Speakers for Basic Audio – radio supply leads; specification For the operation of the radio with CD/MP3 player (where provided), –...
Page 82: Accessories Purchased By The Owner
047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 65 ACCESSORIES ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND MOBILE PHONES DEVICE INSTALLATION PURCHASED Electrical and electronic devices Radio transmission equipment BY THE OWNER installed after buying the vehicle (e.g.: ETACS mobile phones, CB radio...
Page 83: Refuelling The Car
047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 66 REFUELLING THE CAR DIESEL ENGINES For diesel engines, use only diesel fuel for motor vehicles Operation at low temperatures in accordance with EN590 PETROL ENGINES European specifications. If the outside temperature is very low,...
Page 84: Protecting The Environment
047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 67 PROTECTING WARNING THE ENVIRONMENT Do not bring naked flames or lit cigarettes near to the fuel tank opening: fire risk. The following devices are used for Keep your face away from the...
Page 85 047-068 Ford KA EN:047-063 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:26 Pagina 68 DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER The regeneration procedure is controlled automatically by the engine (DPF) (for 1.3L Duratorq versions) management control unit according The Diesel Particulate Filter is to the filter conditions and car a mechanical filter, integral with use conditions.
Page 86 069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 69 SEAT BELTS ................SBR SYSTEM ................. PRETENSIONERS ..............CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY ........FITTING UNIVERSAL CHILD SEAT ......ASSEMBLY SETUP ISOFIX CHILD SEAT ...... FRONT AIR BAGS .............. SIDE BAGS (Side bag – Window bag) ......
Page 87: Seat Belts
069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 70 SEAT BELTS SBR SYSTEM The car is provided with the SBR (Seat USING THE SEAT BELTS Belt Reminder) system, which warns fig. 1 the driver and the front passenger if the...
Page 88: Pretensioners
069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 71 PRETENSIONERS If due to unusual natural events (floods, LOAD LIMITERS sea storms, etc.) the device has been To increase passenger safety, the front affected by water and mud, it must...
Page 89 069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 72 KA00045m KA00046m KA00047m fig. 2 fig. 3 fig. 4 IMPORTANT The belt must not be IMPORTANT Each belt shall be used WARNING twisted. The upper part must pass over...
Page 90: Carrying Children Safely
069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 73 CARRYING CHILDREN SEAT BELTS MAINTENANCE WARNING SAFELY For keeping the seat belts in efficient SERIOUS DANGER: never conditions, observe the following: place cradle child seats facing backwards on the For optimal protection in the event of ❒...
Page 91: Fitting Universal Child Seat
069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 74 All child restraint devices must bear the certification data, together with the control mark, on a label solidly fixed to the seat which must never be removed. Over 1.50 m in height, from the point...
Page 92 069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 75 WARNING The figures are only examples for fitting purposes. Refer to the instructions supplied with the child restraint. KA00050m KA00051m fig. 7 fig. 8 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 Children from 15 to 25 kg may use For children from 22 kg to 36 kg the car seat belts directly fig.
Page 93 ON UNIVERSAL CHILD SEAT USE ❒ Install the child seats on the rear Ford complies with the new European Directive 2003/20/EC which governs seat, which is the most protected the arrangement possibilities for child restraints on the various seats of the car position in the event of an accident.
Page 94: Assembly Setup Isofix Child Seat
069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 77 ❒ Only one child is to be strapped ASSEMBLY SETUP to each retaining system. ISOFIX CHILD SEAT ❒ Always check the seat belts do not fit around the child’s throat.
Page 95 069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 78 PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON UNIVERSAL ISOFIX CHILD SEAT USE The table below shows the different installation possibilities of Universal Isofix restraint systems on the seats fitted with Isofix fasteners, in accordance with European standard EEC 16.
Page 96: Front Air Bags
069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 79 AIR BAG Driver and passenger front air bags are WARNING not a replacement of but complementary Do not apply stickers to the belts, which you are The vehicle is equipped with front air...
Page 97 069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 80 WARNING SERIOUS DANGER: never place cradle child seats facing backwards on the front passenger’s seat of cars fitted with passenger’s air bag. Deployment of the air bag in an accident could cause fatal injuries to the child.
Page 98: Side Bags (Side Bag - Window Bag)
069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 81 SIDE BAGS MANUAL DEACTIVATION OF PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG (Side bag – Window AND SIDE BAG (where provided) bag) (where provided) Whenever a child needs to be carried on the front seat, the passenger’s front air bag and the Side Bag (where SIDE BAG fig.
Page 99 069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 82 IMPORTANT The best protection IMPORTANT Should an accident occur WARNING in the event of side crash is achieved in which any of the safety devices are Do not rest your head,...
Page 100 069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 83 GENERAL WARNINGS WARNING WARNING Do not travel with objects It someone tried to steal in your lap, in front of your or damage your car, and in WARNING chest, or keeping between your lips...
Page 101 069-084 Ford KA EN:065-080 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:28 Pagina 84 WARNING WARNING WARNING When the key is turned The front air bags deploy The air bag does not to MAR-ON, the warning in the event of more severe replace seat belts, light “...
Page 102 085-094 Ford KA EN:081-090 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:32 Pagina 85 STARTING THE ENGINE ..........HANDBRAKE ............... USING THE MANUAL GEARBOX ........ FUEL SAVING ............... SNOW TYRES ..............SNOW CHAINS ..............CAR INACTIVITY ...............
Page 103: Starting The Engine
085-094 Ford KA EN:081-090 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:32 Pagina 86 STARTING THE ENGINE PROCEDURE FOR PETROL With engine off, do not VERSIONS leave the key in the ignition The car is fitted with an electronic switch on MAR-ON Proceed as follows:...
Page 104 085-094 Ford KA EN:081-090 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:32 Pagina 87 PROCEDURE FOR DIESEL If the engine does not start at the HOW TO WARM UP first attempt, return the ignition key VERSIONS THE ENGINE AFTER IT HAS to STOP before repeating starting.
Page 105: Handbrake
085-094 Ford KA EN:081-090 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:32 Pagina 88 HANDBRAKE STOPPING THE ENGINE Turn the ignition key to STOP while The handbrake lever is located between the engine is idling. the two front seats. IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, Pull the lever upwards to operate you should allow the engine to “catch...
Page 106: Using The Manual Gearbox
085-094 Ford KA EN:081-090 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:32 Pagina 89 USING THE MANUAL WARNING GEARBOX Press the clutch pedal fully to change gears correctly. To engage the gears, press the clutch Therefore, the floor area under the pedal down fully and shift the gear lever...
Page 107: Fuel Saving
085-094 Ford KA EN:081-090 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:32 Pagina 90 FUEL SAVING Accessories installed DRIVING STYLE on longitudinal bars Starting Here are some useful tips to save fuel Remove accessories like: roof racks, and minimise harmful emissions of CO ski racks, luggage container, etc.
Page 108 085-094 Ford KA EN:081-090 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:32 Pagina 91 Max. speed CONDITIONS OF USE Traffic and road conditions Fuel consumption considerably Rather high consumption levels are Cold starting increases with speed. Maintain linked to situations with heavy traffic,...
Page 109: Snow Tyres
085-094 Ford KA EN:081-090 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:32 Pagina 92 SNOW TYRES The winter performance of these tyres IMPORTANT When using snow tyres is considerably reduced when the tread with a maximum speed index below thickness is less than 4 mm. Replace...
Page 110: Snow Chains
085-094 Ford KA EN:081-090 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:32 Pagina 93 SNOW CHAINS CAR INACTIVITY IMPORTANT Snow chains cannot be fitted on the space-saver wheel. So, if a front (drive) wheel is punctured If the car is to be left inactive for longer...
Page 111 085-094 Ford KA EN:081-090 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:32 Pagina 94 ❒ clean and protect the shiny metal ❒ inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above parts using special compounds readily the standard specified pressure available; and check it periodically; ❒ sprinkle talcum powder on the ❒...
Page 112 095-104 Ford KA EN:091-100 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:34 Pagina 95 GENERAL WARNINGS ............. REAR FOG LIGHTS ............GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION ......... LOW BRAKE FLUID ............ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR FAILURE ....HANDBRAKE APPLIED ............. AUTO-START-STOP SYSTEM DEACTIVATION ..AIR BAG FAILURE ..............
Page 113: General Warnings
095-104 Ford KA EN:091-100 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:34 Pagina 96 WARNING LIGHTS LOW BRAKE FLUID Handbrake applied (red) AND MESSAGES The warning light turns on when the handbrake is applied. HANDBRAKE APPLIED (red) On certain versions, if the car is moving GENERAL WARNINGS the buzzer will also sound.
Page 114: Front Passenger Air Bag Deactivated
095-104 Ford KA EN:091-100 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:34 Pagina 97 FRONT PASSENGER OVERHEATED ENGINE WARNING “ ç AIR BAG DEACTIVATED COOLANT (red) If when turning the key to (amber) MAR-ON the warning light Turning the ignition key to ¬...
Page 115: Low Battery Charge
095-104 Ford KA EN:091-100 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:34 Pagina 98 ❒ If the vehicle is used under ABS FAILURE (amber) LOW ENGINE OIL > demanding conditions PRESSURE (red) (e.g. towing trailers uphill or fully Turning the ignition key DEGRADED OIL...
Page 116: Electric Power Steering Failure
095-104 Ford KA EN:091-100 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:34 Pagina 99 INCOMPLETE DOOR EOBD/INJECTION WARNING LOCKING (red) SYSTEM FAILURE If the warning light (amber) flashes, immediately The warning light turns contact the nearest Ford Dealership on when one or more doors...
Page 117: Diesel Particulate Filter Clogged
095-104 Ford KA EN:091-100 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:34 Pagina 100 If the warning light flashes, release the DIESEL PARTICULATE GLOW PLUG HEATING accelerator pedal to lower the speed FILTER CLOGGED (1.3L Duratorq versions – of the engine until the warning light (1.3L Duratorq versions -...
Page 118: Water In Diesel Filter
095-104 Ford KA EN:091-100 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:34 Pagina 101 WATER IN DIESEL FORD CODE – GENERIC FAILURE è FILTER (1.3L Duratorq – PROTECTION SYSTEM INDICATION (amber) versions – amber) FAILURE (red) Turning the ignition key to MAR-ON The warning light turns on in the...
Page 119: Auto-Start-Stop System Deactivation
095-104 Ford KA EN:091-100 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:34 Pagina 102 Fuel cut-off inertia switch ESP SYSTEM FAILURE SIDE LIGHTS intervention/fuel cut-off (amber) AND DIPPED BEAM not available HEADLIGHTS (green) HILL HOLDER FAILURE The warning light turns on when the...
Page 120: Fog Lights
095-104 Ford KA EN:091-100 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:34 Pagina 103 FOG LIGHTS (green) MAIN BEAM SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED HEADLIGHTS (blue) The display will show the dedicated The warning light comes message when the car exceeds the on when the front fog lights The warning light comes on set speed limit (see “Reconfigurable...
Page 121: Worn Brake Pads
095-104 Ford KA EN:091-100 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:34 Pagina 104 WORN BRAKE PADS SEAT BELTS HEATED REAR < (amber) NOT FASTENED (red) WINDOW (amber) The warning light on the dial The warning light turns turns on (and the message...
Page 122 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 105 STARTING THE ENGINE ..........CHANGING A WHEEL ............. QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT FIX&GO AUTOMATIC ... CHANGING A BULB ............REPLACING EXTERIOR BULBS ........REPLACING INTERIOR BULBS ........REPLACING FUSES ............. BATTERY RECHARGING ..........
Page 123: Starting The Engine
105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 106 STARTING THE ENGINE If warning light on the instrument panel stays lit with a fixed light, contact the Ford Dealership immediately. JUMP STARTING If the battery is flat, it is possible to start the engine using a booster battery with the same capacity or a little higher than the flat one.
Page 124 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 107 Proceed as follows to start the car If after a few attempts the engine does BUMP STARTING with a booster battery: not start, do not insist any further but Never bump start the engine by contact a Ford Dealership.
Page 125: Changing A Wheel
Note A duplicate of the bolts and a space-saver wheel. special adaptor may be ordered from The sticker gives the following the Ford Dealership by providing the information in four languages: numerical reference code attached Caution! For temporary use only! to the kit.
Page 126 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 109 WARNING WARNING WARNING Use your hazard lights, The jack may be used to Fit the wheel cap correctly warning triangle, etc to replace wheels only on the to prevent it from coming show that your car is stationary.
Page 127 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 110 KA00062m KA00064m fig. 3 fig. 5 ❒ for the vehicles equipped with alloy To change a wheel proceed as follows: rims, remove the pressure-fitted hub ❒ stop the car in a position so that it cap using the supplied screwdriver;...
Page 128 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 111 KA00065m fig. 6 ❒ position the jack near the wheel ❒ warn bystanders that the car is about If you become soiled with the to be replaced at a distance to be lifted. They must stay clear and...
Page 129 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 112 ❒ pressure-fit the hub cap, aligning the special groove (on the cap itself) with the inflation valve; ❒ lower the car and remove the jack; ❒ using the wrench provided, fully tighten the bolts in the sequence shown previously.
Page 130 105-132 Ford KA EN 21-10-2010 12:35 Pagina 113 After tyre replacement IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes REAR TYRE DAMAGE with tubeless tyres. Check the inflation (if the alternative space-saver ❒ stow the space-saver wheel D-fig. 3 pressure of the tyres and wheel is available, as described in the space provided in the boot;...
Page 131: Quick Tyre Repair Kit Fix&Go Automatic
105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 114 ❒ Keep the kit out of the reach TYRE REPAIR KIT WARNING of children. Do not try and repair The vehicle may not have a spare wheel. ❒ Use the kit only at an ambient...
Page 132 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 115 ❒ Park the vehicle at the side of the HOW TO INFLATE THE TYRE WARNING road without hindering the traffic The sealant contains flow, to use the kit without any natural rubber latex.
Page 133 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 116 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 the damaged tyre.
Page 134 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 117 13. Remove the power plug F from 18. Stop the vehicle after having driven Note Please note that emergency the socket of the cigar lighter or approximately for three kilometres repair kits offer a temporary mobility from the auxiliary supply socket.
Page 135: Changing A Bulb
105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 118 CHANGING A BULB WARNING When handling halogen bulbs just touch the metal Modifications or repairs part. If the transparent bulb to the electric system that GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS are not carried out properly or is touched with the fingers, ❒...
Page 136 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 119 BULB TYPES fig. 10 If possible, we recommend that you let Ford Dealership Various types of bulbs are fitted to replace the bulbs. The your car: correct operation and A Glass bulbs: they are pressure-fit.
Page 137 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 120 Bulbs Type Power Re. figure Main beam Dipped beam Front side lights/daytime running lights Front direction indicators PY21W Side direction indicators Rear direction indicators PY21W Rear side lights P21/5 21/5W Brake light...
Page 138: Replacing Exterior Bulbs
105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 121 REPLACING EXTERIOR BULBS For the type of bulb and relevant power rating, see “Changing a bulb”. FRONT LIGHT UNITS The front light units contain side lights, dipped beam, main beam and direction...
Page 139 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 122 KA00087m KA00153m KA00089m fig. 15 fig. 16a fig. 17 DIRECTION INDICATORS MAIN BEAM/DIPPED HEADLIGHTS Front To change the bulb, proceed as follows: ❒ remove the protecting rubber cap To change the bulb, proceed as follows: mentioned above;...
Page 140 ❒ reinstall the rubber cap; (where provided) The bulbs are arranged as follows fig. 21: IMPORTANT to replace the front fog lights you must contact a Ford C – Side/Brake (upper arch) Dealership. D – Direction indicators E – Side (lower arch) F –...
Page 141: Replacing Interior Bulbs
105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 124 REPLACING INTERIOR BULBS For the type of bulb and power rating, see “Changing a bulb”. ROOF LIGHT To change the bulbs, proceed as follows: KA00091m KA00092m fig. 22 fig. 23 ❒ using the screwdriver provided, extract the roof light A-fig.
Page 142 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 125 KA00094m KA00096m KA00098m fig. 25 fig. 27 fig. 29 ❒ 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 until the locking click is heard.
Page 143: Replacing Fuses
105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 126 REPLACING FUSES WARNING In case of general protection fuse intervention GENERAL INFORMATION fig. 30 (MEGA-FUSE, MIDI-FUSE, Fuses protect the electric system: they MAXI-FUSE) contact a Ford cut in (i.e. they blow) in the event Dealership.
Page 144 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 127 FUSE LOCATION Dashboard fuses Left-hand drive versions To access the fuse you must remove the press-fitted cover E. The 5-A fuse for door mirror demisting is located in the diagnostic socket area, as shown in fig.
Page 145 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 128 Engine compartment fuse box fig. 34 and 35 A second fuse box is located on the right side of the engine compartment, next to the battery; to access it press device I, release tabs M and remove cover L.
Page 146 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 129 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 coils on fuse box in engine compartment (INT/A)
Page 147: Battery Recharging
You are recommended to go to personnel before recharging to a Ford Dealership to have this check that the internal elements operation performed. are not damaged and that the...
Page 148: Raising The Car
Pagina 131 RAISING THE CAR TOWING THE CAR If the car is to be lifted, go to a Ford The tow ring, which is provided with Dealership which is equipped with the the car, is housed in the tool box, arm hoist or workshop lift.
Page 149 105-132 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 11:37 Pagina 132 WARNING When towing, remember that without the help of the brake servo and electric power steering, a greater effort is required on the pedal and steering wheel. Do not use bendy cables for towing and avoid jerking.
Page 150 133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 133 CHECKING LEVELS ............AIR CLEANER ..............POLLEN FILTER ..............DIESEL FILTER ..............BATTERY ................WHEELS AND TYRES ............RUBBER HOSES ..............WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WIPERS ....BODYWORK ............... INTERIORS ................
Page 151: Checking Levels
133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 134 CHECKING FLUID LEVELS Left-hand drive versions A. Engine oil filler B. Engine oil level dipstick C. Engine coolant D. Windscreen washer fluid E. Brake fluid + Clutch fluid (right-hand drive, petrol version only) F.
Page 152 133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 135 ENGINE OIL fig.1-2 Engine oil consumption WARNING Check the oil level a few minutes The maximum engine oil consumption When the engine is hot, (about five) after the engine has stopped, is usually 400 grams every 1000 km.
Page 153 133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 136 ENGINE COOLANT fig. 1-2 WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW The engine cooling system WASHER FLUID fig. 1-2 The coolant level must be checked uses protective antifreeze fluid. Use the same fluid as...
Page 154 133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 137 BRAKE FLUID fig. 1-2 WARNING Prevent brake fluid which Undo the cap E: and check that the is highly corrosive from The symbol π, on the coming into contact with...
Page 155: Air Cleaner
133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 138 AIR CLEANER/ BATTERY WARNING POLLEN FILTER Using the battery when the The car is fitted with a low-maintenance fluid is too low can damage battery: no top-ups with distilled water...
Page 156 133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 139 IMPORTANT If the charge level WARNING Incorrect installation remains for a long time under 50%, of electric and electronic When you must perform the battery is damaged by sulphation,...
Page 157: Wheels And 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 damage to the wheels and tyres;...
Page 158: Rubber Hoses
133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 141 RUBBER HOSES Have the tyres checked by skilled WARNING personnel if they have been fitted If the pressure is too low, for longer than six years. As far as the brake system and fuel...
Page 159: Windscreen/Rear Window Wipers
133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 142 WINDSCREEN/REAR WARNING WINDOW WIPERS Driving with worn wiper blades is a serious hazard, because visibility is reduced in bad BLADES weather. Clean the rubber part regularly using special products.
Page 160 133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 143 KA00079m KA00080m KA00200m fig. 8 fig. 9 fig. 7 Changing the rear SPRAY NOZZLES Rear window washer fig. 9 window wiper blade fig. 7 The rear window washer jets are fixed.
Page 161: Bodywork
133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 144 ❒ spraying the underbody, BODYWORK ADVICE FOR PRESERVING engine compartment, internal wheel THE BODYWORK arches and other parts with highly PROTECTION FROM protective wax products; Paint ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS ❒ spraying of protective plastic...
Page 162 133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 145 To correctly wash the vehicle, proceed Do not wash the car after it has been Glasses as follows: left in the sun or with the bonnet hot: To clean glasses, use specific window this may alter the shine of the ❒...
Page 163: Interiors
133-146 Ford KA EN:131-148 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 11:41 Pagina 146 INTERIORS Engine compartment SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS At the end of each winter, thoroughly Remove dust with a soft brush or Periodically check that water is not wash the engine compartment, taking a vacuum cleaner.
Page 164 147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 147 IDENTIFICATION DATA ..........ENGINE CODES – BODYWORK VERSIONS .... ENGINE ................. POWER SUPPLY ..............TRANSMISSION ..............BRAKES .................. SUSPENSION ................ STEERING ................WHEELS ................. DIMENSIONS ............... PERFORMANCE ..............WEIGHTS ................
Page 165: Identification Data
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 148 IDENTIFICATION DATA C2 Gross towing mass C3 Maximum permissible front axle It is advisable to take note of the load identification codes. The following C4 Maximum permissible rear axle identification codes fig.
Page 166 147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 149 ENGINE MARKING Engine marking is stamped on the cylinder block and includes the model and the chassis serial number. KA00126m fig. 3 CHASSIS MARKING fig. 3 It contains the following information: ❒...
Page 167: Engine Codes - Bodywork Versions
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 150 ENGINE CODE – BODYWORK VERSIONS Versions Engine type code Bodywork version code 1.2L Duratec 169A4000 RU8ABAA1U 1.3L Duratorq 169A5000 RU8ABAA1U...
Page 168: Engine
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 151 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION 1.3L Duratorq 1.2L Duratec Engine code 169A5000 169A4000 Cycle Diesel Otto Number and arrangement of cylinders 4 in line 4 in line Piston bore and stroke 69.6 ×...
Page 169: Power Supply
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 152 POWER SUPPLY 1.2L Duratec 1.3L Duratorq Power supply Multipoint electronic injection Common Rail direct injection sequential, phased, returnless system with electronic control, turbo and intercooler WARNING 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 cause malfunctions leading to fire risk.
Page 170: Brakes
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 153 BRAKES 1.2L Duratec – 1.3L Duratorq Service brakes: – front discs – rear drum, self-centring shoes with control cylinder for each wheel Parking brake controlled by hand lever, working on rear brakes 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.
Page 171: Wheels
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 154 WHEELS SPACE-SAVER WHEEL Pressed steel wheel. Tubeless tyre. RIMS AND TYRES WHEEL GEOMETRY Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless Front wheel toe-in measured from rim radial carcass tyres. The vehicle to rim: 1.8 ±...
Page 172 147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 155 Maximum speed index READING RIM MARKINGS fig. 4 Q = up to 160 km/h. Example: 6J x 15H2 R = up to 170 km/h. 6 = rim width in inches 1.
Page 173 147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 21-10-2010 12:39 Pagina 156 Versions Rims Tyres Tyres Space-saver wheel (where provided) standard tyre Snow tyre Tyre 5.5Jx14 H2 ET 35 165/65 R14 79T 165/65 R14 79Q 5.5Jx14 H2 ET 35 1.2L 175/65 R14 82T 175/65 R14 82Q 5Bx14 H ET 31.5...
Page 174: Dimensions
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 157 DIMENSIONS Dimensions are expressed in mm and refer to the vehicle equipped with its original tyres. Height is measured with the vehicle unladen. fig. 5 KA00084m Versions 1.2L Duratec...
Page 175: Performance
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 158 PERFORMANCE Max. allowed speed after initial car use, in km/h. 1.2L Duratec 1.3L Duratorq...
Page 176: Weights
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 159 WEIGHTS Weights (kg) 1.2L Duratec 1.3L Duratorq Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank filled to 90% and without optional equipment) Payload (*) including the driver: Maximum admitted loads (**) –...
Page 177: Capacities
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 160 CAPACITIES Recommended fuels 1.2L Duratec 1.3L Duratorq and original lubricants Fuel tank: litres 35 (▲) Unleaded petrol with R.O.N. no lower than 95 including a reserve of: litres 5 (▲) (▲) Diesel fuel for motor vehicles...
Page 178: Fluids And Lubricants
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 161 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND THEIR SPECIFICATIONS Fluid and lubricant features Interval for correct car operation for replacement Lubricants for SAE 5W-40 engine oil (WSS-M2C917-A) According to Scheduled...
Page 179 147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 162 Fluid and lubricant features Fluids and lubricants Applications for correct car operation genuine SAE 75W-85 grade synthetic lubricant. TUTELA CAR Manual gearboxes Lubricants and greases TECHNYX and differentials for drive transmission...
Page 180: Fuel Consumption
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 163 FUEL CONSUMPTION ❒ extra-urban cycle: frequent IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic accelerations in all gears, simulating situations, weather conditions, driving style, general conditions of the car, trim extra-urban use of the vehicle: speed The fuel consumption figures given varies between 0 and 120 km/h;...
Page 181: Co 2 Emissions
147-164 Ford KA EN:145-162 Ford KA IT 14-10-2010 12:10 Pagina 164 EMISSIONS The CO emission levels given in the following table refer to combined consumption. Versions emissions according to the current directive (g/km) 1.2L Duratec 1.3L Duratorq...
Page 182 165-172 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 12:23 Pagina 165 Boot light ..........40 emissions ........164 BS system.......... 53 – bulb replacement ......125 Code Card ........... ABS ............53 Boot ............47 Control buttons ........41 Accessories purchased by – closing ..........47 the owner ..........
Page 183 165-172 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 12:23 Pagina 166 – bulb replacement ......123 – front fog lights alignment .... 52 BD (fault) .......... 54 – control button ......41 – headlamp alignment corrector ... 52 Electric windows ........ 46 Fuel consumption ....... 163 Hill Holder system ......
Page 184 165-172 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 12:23 Pagina 167 Mirrors ..........29 Seat belts ..........70 adio ............ 64 – electric ..........29 – general warning ......71 Radio frequency remote control ..– external .......... 29 – load limiters ........71 –...
Page 185 165-172 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 12:23 Pagina 168 Starting up and driving ....... 85 entilation .......... 31 Steering ..........153 Steering wheel adjustment ....28 arning lights and messages ..95 Steering wheel lock ......Weights ..........159 Sun visors ..........43 Wheel ...........
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Page 189 165-172 Ford KA EN 14-10-2010 12:23 Pagina 172 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...

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