sensor FORD FIESTA 2013 User Guide

WARNING:All occupants of the vehicle including the driver
should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag
supplemental restraint system and side curtain airbag is provided.
WARNING:To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place
objects in the deployment path of the side curtain airbag.
WARNING:If the side curtain airbags have deployed, the side
curtain airbags will not function again. The side curtain airbags
(including the A, B and C pillar trim and headliner) must be inspected
and serviced by an authorized dealer. If the side curtain airbag is not
replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a crash.
A side curtain airbag will deploy during significant side crashes. The
airbags are mounted to the roof side-rail sheet metal, behind the
headliner, above each row of seats. In certain lateral crashes, the side
curtain airbag on the impacted side of the vehicle will be activated. The
side curtain airbags are designed to inflate between the side window area
and occupants to further enhance protection provided in side impact
crashes.
The system consists of:
•side curtain airbags located above
the trim panels over the front
and rear side windows identified
by a label or wording on the
headliner or roof-pillar trim.
•a flexible headliner which opens above the side doors to allow side air
curtain deployment.
•crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness
indicator. SeeCrash sensors and Airbag Indicatorlater in
this chapter.
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Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in
the back seats. The side curtain airbags will not interfere with children
restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat because it is
designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along
the side window opening.
The design and development of the side curtain airbags included
recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of
automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working
Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of
injuries related to the deployment of side curtain airbags.
CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR
WARNING:Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of
your vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure
and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system,
increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of your
vehicle.
Your vehicle has a collection of crash and occupant sensors which
provide information to the restraints control module which deploys
(activates) the front safety belt pretensioners, driver airbag, passenger
airbag, knee airbag, seat mounted side airbags, and the side curtain
airbags. Based on the type of crash (frontal impact or side impact) the
restraints control module will deploy the appropriate safety devices.
The restraints control module also monitors the readiness of the above
safety devices plus the crash and occupant sensors. The readiness of the
safety system is indicated by a warning indicator light in the instrument
cluster or by a backup tone if the warning light is not working. See the
Instrument Clusterchapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not
required.
A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:
•The readiness light will either flash or stay lit.
•The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after the
ignition is turned on.
•A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat
periodically until the problem or light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental
restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless
serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a crash.
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Opening the Luggage Compartment
Press twice (within 3 seconds) to open the luggage
compartment.
Note:This feature will not operate when the engine is running and
vehicle speed is more than 4 mph (7 km/h).
Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle.
Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block
the driver’s rear view.
Activating Intelligent Access (If Equipped)
The intelligent access key must be within 3 feet (1 meter) of your
vehicle.
At the Front Doors
Press the sensor on the door handle
to lock or unlock your vehicle.
At the Luggage Compartment
Press the exterior release button
above the license plate.
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Auto-Dimming Mirror (If Equipped)
Note:Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the mirror.
Mirror performance may be affected. A rear center passenger or raised
rear center head restraint may also block light from reaching the sensor.
The mirror will dim automatically to reduce glare when bright lights are
detected from behind your vehicle. It will automatically return to normal
reflection when you select reverse gear to make sure you have a clear
view when backing up.
MOONROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Do not let children play with the moonroof or leave
them unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt
themselves.
WARNING:When closing the moonroof, you should verify that it
is free of obstructions and make sure that children and pets are
not in the proximity of the roof opening.
You can manually open or close the sunscreen when the glass panel is
closed.
The moonroof controls are located
on the overhead console.
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
Press and release the rear of theSLIDEcontrol to open the moonroof.
The sunscreen, if closed, will automatically open prior to opening the
moonroof.
Press and hold the front of theSLIDEcontrol to close the moonroof.
Venting the Moonroof
Press and hold the rear of theTILTcontrol to vent the moonroof. Press
and hold the front of theTILTcontrol to close the moonroof.
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Using Hill Start Assist
Note:If the engine is revved excessively, hill start assist will be
deactivated.
1. Press the brake pedal to bring the vehicle to a complete standstill.
Keep the brake pedal pressed.
2. If the sensors detect that the vehicle is on a slope, the hill start assist
feature will be activated automatically.
3. When you remove your foot from the brake pedal, the vehicle will
remain on the slope without rolling away for approximately two or three
seconds. This hold time will automatically be extended if you are in the
process of driving off.
4. Drive off in the normal manner. The brakes will be released
automatically.
Note:Using the brakes and the hill start assist is the recommended
method of holding a position on a hill. It is not recommended to use the
accelerator pedal and engine torque to hold a hill position for an
extended period of time. Doing so will over heat the clutch in vehicles
equipped with a manual transmissions.
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PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
WARNING:Vehicle modifications involving braking system,
aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire
construction and wheel or tire size may change the handling
characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance
of the AdvanceTrac® system. In addition, installing any stereo
loudspeakers may interfere with and adversely affect the AdvanceTrac®
system. Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible
from the front center console, the tunnel, and the front seats in order
to minimize the risk of interfering with the AdvanceTrac® sensors.
Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac® system could lead to
an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
WARNING:Remember that even advanced technology cannot
defy the laws of physics. It is always possible to lose control of a
vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Aggressive
driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your
vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.
Activation of the AdvanceTrac® system is an indication that at least
some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this could
reduce the operator’s ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting
in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. If
your AdvanceTrac® system activates, SLOW DOWN.
The AdvanceTrac® system helps you keep control of your vehicle when
on a slippery surface. The electronic stability control portion of the
system helps avoid skids and lateral slides and the traction control
system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction. See the
Traction Controlchapter for details on traction control system
operation.
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The high-current fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse or relay
numberFuse amp
ratingProtected components
F1 40A* Anti-lock brake system pump
F2 50A* Transmission control module
F3 40A* Engine cooling fan relay and
motor
F4 40A* Heater blower relay and motor
F5 60A* Passenger compartment fuse
panel
F6 30A* Body control module – door locks
F7 60A* Passenger compartment fuse
panel (ignition relay)
F8 40A* Powertrain control module, Power
distribution box
F9 20A* Anti-lock brake system module
valve
F10 30A* Starter inhibit relay, Starter motor
F11 30A* Electronic fuel pump relay, Fuel
tank, Ignition coil
F12 — Not used
F13 — Not used
F14 — Not used
F15 — Not used
F16 — Not used
F17 20A** High beam relay
F18 — Not used
F19 20A** Low beam relay
F20 15A** Heated exhaust gas oxygen
sensor, Catalyst module sensor
F21 7.5A** Low and High beams coil relay
control
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Fuse or relay
numberFuse amp
ratingProtected components
F22 15A** Mass air flow sensor, Powertrain
control module, Fuel injectors,
Vehicle speed sensor, Variable
camshaft timing, Canister purge
F23 15A** Daytime running lights
F24 — Not used
F25 15A** Body control module – exterior
lighting
F26 20A** Body control module – battery
saver, horn
F27 — Not used
F28 15A** Body control module – turn
signals
F29 — Not used
F30 10A** A/C clutch solenoid and relay
F31 — Not used
F32 7.5A** Transmission control module,
Powertrain control module
F33 15A** Ignition coil
F34 30A** Body control module – rear
window defroster
F35 10A** Left headlamp (low beam)
F36 10A** Right headlamp (low beam)
F37 10A** Left headlamp (high beam)
F38 10A** Right headlamp (high beam)
F39 2A** Natural vacuum leak detection
F40 — Not used
F41 — Not used
F42 — Not used
F43 — Not used
F44 — Not used
F45 — Not used
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Fuse or relay
numberFuse amp
ratingProtected components
F7 7.5A Instrument panel display,
Intelligent access antenna, Manual
climate controls
F8 7.5A Front dome lamp, Moonroof
F9 20A Keyless vehicle module
F10 15A Radio, SYNC® module, Global
positioning system module
F11 20A Body control module – front
wipers
F12 20A Tire pressure monitoring system
F13 15A Body control module – rear wiper
F14 20A Intelligent access module
F15 15A Wiper switch
F16 7.5A Power mirror switch, Driver
window switch
F17 15A Heated seats
F18 10A Stop lamps, Turn signals
F19 7.5A Instrument cluster
F20 10A Airbag module
F21 10A Body control module – ignition
switch, Climate control, Passive
anti-theft system transceiver,
Electronic power steering module,
Instrument cluster, Engine
compartment fuse panel
F22 7.5A Accelerator pedal position sensor,
Powertrain control module, Gear
shifter, Anti-lock brake system
ignition feed
F23 10A Transmission control unit ignition
feed, Tire pressure monitoring
system ignition feed
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WARNING:When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you
should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the
sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions
listed below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure
indicated, re-lubricate and try again.
When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi (1.38 bar)
greater than the maximum pressure on the tire sidewall, the following
precautions must be taken to protect the person mounting the tire:
1. Make sure that you have the correct tire and wheel size.
2. Lubricate the tire bead and wheel bead seat area again.
3. Stand at a minimum of 12 feet (3.66 meters) away from the tire
wheel assembly.
4. Use both eye and ear protection.
For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the
maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service professional
should do the mounting.
Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person
inflating standing at a minimum of 12 feet (3.66 meters) away from the
tire wheel assembly.
Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and
handling capability.
Important:Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road
tires are replaced on your vehicle.
The two front tires or two rear tires should generally be replaced as a
pair.
The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on
your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels.
The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company
may affect the operation of your tire pressure monitoring system.
If the tire pressure monitoring system indicator is flashing, the system is
malfunctioning. Your replacement tire might be incompatible with your
tire pressure monitoring system, or some component of the system may
be damaged.
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