How to Check Tire Pressure on Ford Kuga?
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You can view the tire pressure values on the central LCD screen of the instrument panel or the multimedia screen. The Ford Kuga's tire pressure monitoring system displays the temperature and pressure of the tires on the central LCD screen or multimedia screen. Generally, a tire pressure between 240kPa and 250kPa is considered normal. If the pressure is higher or lower than this range, it is recommended to drive to a repair shop for inspection as soon as possible. There are three commonly used methods for tire pressure monitoring: Direct Tire Pressure Monitoring: Direct tire pressure monitoring devices use pressure sensors installed in each tire to directly measure the tire pressure. The pressure information is transmitted wirelessly from inside the tire to a central receiver module, which then displays the pressure data for each tire. The system automatically alerts the driver if the tire pressure is too low or if there is a leak. Indirect Tire Pressure Monitoring: When the pressure in a tire decreases, the weight of the vehicle causes the rolling radius of that tire to become smaller, making it rotate faster than the other wheels. By comparing the differences in rotational speed between the tires, the system monitors the tire pressure. Indirect tire pressure monitoring systems essentially rely on calculating the rolling radius of the tires to monitor pressure. Introduction to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS): This system combines the advantages of both direct and indirect systems. It is equipped with direct sensors in two diagonally opposite tires and a four-wheel indirect system. Compared to a fully direct system, this hybrid system can reduce costs and overcome the limitation of indirect systems, which cannot detect low pressure in multiple tires simultaneously. However, it still cannot provide real-time pressure data for all four tires like a direct system.
When I drive my Ford Kuga, checking the tire pressure is quite straightforward. First, after starting the car, use the small buttons on the right side of the steering wheel to navigate through the menu on the central dashboard screen. Look for an option with a tire icon or labeled 'TPMS' to enter and display the pressure value for each tire. Make sure the car is running when you do this, otherwise it might not respond. It's normal for the pressure to fluctuate a bit in winter or summer. The display usually shows PSI units, and a range between 2.2 and 2.5 is considered normal. If it's too low, you should inflate the tires promptly to avoid increased fuel consumption or excessive tire wear. I also make it a habit to check every few thousand kilometers, developing a good routine to prevent issues on the road.
