battery replacement FORD FIESTA 2012 Owners Manual

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Getting roadside assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service
is available:
•24-hours, seven days a week
•for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card
included in your Owner manual portfolio.
Roadside assistance will cover:
•a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been
supplied with a tire inflation kit)
•battery jump start
•lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility)
•fuel delivery – Independent Service Contractors, if not prohibited by
state, local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2.0 gallons (7.5L) of
gasoline or 5.0 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle. Fuel
delivery service is limited to two no-charge occurrences within a
12-month period.
•winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or
county maintained road, no recoveries.
•towing – Ford and Lincoln eligible vehicles towed to an authorized
dealer within 35 miles (56 km) of the disablement location or to the
nearest authorized dealer. If a member requests to be towed to an
authorized dealer more than 35 miles (56 km) from the disablement
location, the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of 35 miles (56 km).
Trailers shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle
requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled,
but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any
roadside services.
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Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine
treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that
is not covered by Ford warranty.
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule
listed in thescheduled maintenance information.
Ford production and Motorcraftreplacement oil filters are designed for
added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used
that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up
engine noises or knock may be experienced.
It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraftoil filter or
another with equivalent performance for your engine application.
BATTERY
Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraftmaintenance-free battery
which normally does not require additional water during its life of
service.
Note:If your battery has a
cover/shield, make sure it is
reinstalled after the battery has
been cleaned or replaced.
For longer, trouble-free operation,
keep the top of the battery clean
and dry. Also, make certain the
battery cables are always tightly
fastened to the battery terminals.
If you see any corrosion on the
battery or terminals, remove the cables from the terminals and clean
with a wire brush. You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking
soda and water.
It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal be
disconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for an
extended period of time. This will minimize the discharge of your battery
during storage.
Note:Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the
vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery
performance and durability.
Maintenance and Specifications
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MOTORCRAFTPART NUMBERS
Component 1.6L engine
Air filter element FA-1904
Oil filter FL-910S
1
Battery BXT-96R-500
Spark plugs2
Cabin air filter FP69
Windshield wiper bladeWW-2601-PF (driver side)
WW-1601-PF (passenger side)
1Only use the specified replacement oil filter. The use of a non-specified
oil filter can result in engine damage.
2For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the spark plugs.
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraftor
equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not
used.
Maintenance and Specifications
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911 Assist™ ................................69
A
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call ...............52
Accessing your media menu
features ........................................80
Accessing your phone menu
features ........................................56
Active call menu options ...........52
Advanced menu options .......64, 86
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) ................................64
AdvanceTrac ..............................243
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................170, 179, 182
and child safety seats ............172
description ..............170, 179, 182
disposal ....................................185
driver airbag ............172, 180, 183
indicator light .................179, 185
operation .................172, 180, 183
passenger airbag .....172, 180, 183
side airbag ...............................179
Air cleaner filter .......320–321, 324
Ambient mood/lighting .............109
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................302
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ......................................241
Anti-theft system ..............144, 146
arming the system ..........145–146
disarming a triggered
system .....................................146
triggering .................................146AppLink™ ...................................74
Armrests ....................................151
Audio system (see Radio) ...24, 29
Automatic transmission ....249, 251
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................249
fluid, adding ............................319
fluid, checking ........................319
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....33
Auxiliary powerpoint ................121
B
Battery .......................................300
acid, treating emergencies .....300
jumping a disabled battery ....274
maintenance-free ....................300
replacement, specifications ...324
servicing ..................................300
Belt-Minder.............................165
Blind spot mirror ......................256
Booster seats .............................200
Brakes ................................240–241
anti-lock ...................................241
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................241
fluid, checking and adding ....319
fluid, refill capacities ..............325
fluid, specifications .................325
lubricant specifications ..........325
parking ....................................242
shift interlock ..........................247
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ..........................................110
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....325
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