Accelerator FORD FIESTA 2011 6.G User Guide
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WARNING:During all times you are responsible for controlling
the vehicle, supervising the HSA system and intervening, if
required.
Activating HSA
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 HSA system
will be activated automatically in D (Drive) uphill or R (Reverse)
downhill.
3. When you remove your foot from the brake pedal, the vehicle will
remain on the slope without rolling away for approximately two to 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:If the engine is revved excessively, HSA will be deactivated.
Deactivating hill start assist
To deactivate HSA, perform one of the following:
•Apply the parking brake.
•Drive off uphill without re-applying the brake.
•Wait for two to three seconds until the HSA system deactivates
automatically.
•If hill start assist is active in D (Drive), select R (Reverse).
•If hill start assist is active in R (Reverse), select N (Neutral).
Note:The HSA warning lamp in the
instrument cluster momentarily
illuminates when the ignition is
turned on. If a malfunction is
detected in the HSA system, HSA will be deactivated and this warning
lamp will appear on the instrument cluster.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out by
shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a
steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
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Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the
transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Using the clutch
Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents
cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed.
To start the vehicle:
1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the
floor, then put the gearshift lever in
the neutral position.
3. Start the engine.
4. Press the brake pedal and move
the gearshift lever to the desired
gear; 1 (First) or R (Reverse).
5. Release the parking brake, then slowly release the clutch pedal while
slowly pressing on the accelerator.
During each shift, the clutch pedal must be fully pressed to the floor.
Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it doesn’t interfere with
the full extension of the clutch pedal.
Failure to fully press the clutch pedal to the floor may cause
increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission
components or damage the transmission.
Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the
clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a
hill. These actions will severely reduce the life of the clutch and
could nullify a clutch warranty claim.
Recommended shift speeds
Do not downshift into 1 (First) when your vehicle is moving
faster than 15 mph (24 km/h). This will damage the clutch.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected circuits
F21 10A BCM, 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
(PCM), Gear shifter, Anti-lock
brake system (ABS) ignition feed
F23 10A Transmission control unit ignition
feed, TPMS ignition feed
F24 7.5A Front dome lamp, Moon roof
switch
F25 7.5A Exterior mirrors
F26 7.5A TPMS
F27 — Not used
F28 — Not used
F29 — Not used
F30 — Not used
F31 30A Driver and rear power window
switches
F32 20A Passenger compartment fuse
panel battery saver relay
F33 20A Power points
F34 30A Driver and passenger power
window switches
F35 20A Moon roof
F36 — Not used
R1 — Ignition relay
R2 — Left rear stop/turn lamp relay
R3 — Right rear stop/turn lamp relay
R4 — Driver heated seat relay
Roadside Emergencies
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