automatic transmission FORD FIESTA 2011 Owner's Manual

TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a transmission code on
the Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The following table tells you
which transmission each code
represents.
Description Code
Five-speed manual transmission C
Six-speed automatic transmission A
Maintenance and Specifications
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Check every six months
Battery connections; clean if necessary
Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary
Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary
Parking brake for proper operation
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary
Multi-point inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Multi-point inspection – Recommended each visit
Accessory drive belt(s) Half-shaft dust boots (if equipped)
Battery performance Horn operation
Clutch operation (if equipped) Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter Suspension components for leaks and
damage
Exhaust system Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps and hazard
warning system operationTires for wear and proper pressure,
including spare
Fluid levels*; fill if necessary Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation
*Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission
(with an underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and
window washer
Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the
multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a comprehensive way to perform a
thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s your checklist that gives you
immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. You’ll know
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Miles (x 1,000) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150
Kilometers (x 1,000) 16 32 48 64 80 96 112 128 144 160 176 192 208 224 240
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180
Change engine oil and filter• ••••••••••••••
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread
depth• ••••••••••••••
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag• ••••••••••••••
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)• ••••••••••••••
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with dipstick); consult dealer for
requirements• ••••••••••••••
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake• ••••••••••••••
Inspect engine cooling system concentration and
hoses• ••••••••••••••
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields• ••••••••••••••
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)• ••••••••••••••
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings• ••••••••••••••
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)••••••••
Reset your oil life monitoring system after each engine oil and filter change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter
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Every 20,000 miles
(32,000 km)Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if
equipped)
Replace engine air filter
Every 100,000 miles
(160,000 km)Change engine coolant
1
Replace spark plugs
Inspect accessory drive belt(s)2
Every 150,000 miles
(240,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
(filter not required on 6F35, 6F50, DPS6 and
AWF-21 transmissions); consult dealer for
requirements
Change manual transmission fluid
Change rear axle fluid (RWD vehicles)
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced
within the last 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Replace timing belt (Fiesta);failure to replace
belt can cause internal engine damage
1Initial replacement at 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 72 months; every
50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 36 months thereafter
2Perform a follow-up inspection at 120,000 miles (192,000 km)
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your vehicleprimarilyin one of the more demanding
conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintained
more frequently. If you onlyoccasionallyoperate your vehicle under
these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional
maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your dealership service
advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
As required– Change engine oil and filter as indicated by message
center and perform services listed in the Normal
Scheduled Maintenance chart
Inspect frequently, service as
required– See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except Fiesta and
vehicles equipped with a 6R80 transmission)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid
Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy
commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery
As required– Change engine oil and filter as indicated by message
center and perform services listed in the Normal
Scheduled Maintenance chart (except Fiesta)
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
– Replace engine air filter
Every 300 hours of engine
operation*– Change engine oil and filter (Fiesta)
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except Fiesta and
vehicles equipped with a 6R80 transmission)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Replace spark plugs
* Engine hour meter installation is recommended for these operating
conditions.
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Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
– Replace engine air filter
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Change engine oil and filter
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except Fiesta and
vehicles equipped with a 6R80 transmission)
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid
Reset your oil life monitoring system after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only)
Every oil change interval– If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with
regular unleaded fuel
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911 Assist™ ................................65
A
Accessing and using your USB
port ..............................................79
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call ...............54
Accessing system settings .........83
Accessing vehicle applications ..82
Accessing your phone book .......55
Accessing your playlists .............92
Active call menu options ...........52
Adding a Bluetooth media
device which is in discoverable
mode ............................................84
Adding a Bluetooth media
device which is in discovery
mode ............................................84
Adding (pairing) a phone ..........71
AdvanceTrac ..............................239
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................167, 176, 178
and child safety seats ............169
description ..............167, 176, 178
disposal ....................................182
driver airbag ............169, 177, 180
indicator light .................176, 181
operation .................169, 177, 180
passenger airbag .....169, 177, 180
side airbag ...............................176
Air cleaner filter ...............317, 320
Ambient mood/lighting .............110
Answering an incoming call .......51
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................299Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................238
Anti-theft system ..............144, 146
arming the system ..........145–146
disarming a triggered
system .....................................146
triggering .................................146
Applications .................................70
AppLink™ ...................................82
Audio system (see Radio) ...23, 27
Automatically download your
phone book ..................................61
Automatic transmission ............246
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................246
fluid, adding ............................316
fluid, checking ........................316
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....31
Auxiliary power point ...............122
B
Battery .......................................297
acid, treating emergencies .....297
jumping a disabled battery ....270
maintenance-free ....................297
replacement, specifications ...320
servicing ..................................297
Belt-Minder.............................162
Blind spot mirror ......................252
Booster seats .............................197
Brakes ................................237–238
anti-lock ...................................238
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................238
fluid, checking and adding ....315
fluid, refill capacities ..............321
fluid, specifications .................321
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lubricant specifications ..........321
parking ....................................239
shift interlock ..........................244
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ..........................................111
C
Call history ..................................55
Capacities for refilling fluids ....321
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................263
Changing the SYNClanguage
setting ....................................74, 87
Child safety seats ......................187
attaching with tether straps ..193
in front seat ............................188
in rear seat ..............................188
LATCH .....................................191
recommendations ...................185
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................197
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............284
instrument panel ....................286
interior .....................................287
plastic parts ............................285
washing ....................................283
waxing .....................................283
wheels ......................................284
wiper blades ............................286
Clock ..........................19, 23, 27–28
Clutch
fluid ..........................................315
operation while driving ..........250
recommended shift speeds ....251
Connecting a Bluetooth media
device ...........................................85Connecting a digital media
player to SYNC.........................77
Connecting a phone ....................71
Console ......................................122
Controls
steering column ......................129
Coolant
checking and adding ..............299
refill capacities ................302, 321
specifications ..........................321
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................127
Customer Assistance ................254
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................329, 332
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................280
Getting roadside assistance ...254
Getting the service you
need .........................................275
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................281
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................279
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ..............................107
Delete a device ...........................86
Deleting all phones .....................73
Deleting all text messages .........58
Deleting a phone .........................73
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................316
engine oil .................................295
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rotating ....................................209
safety practices .......................208
sidewall information ...............210
snow tires and chains ............220
spare tire .................................264
terminology .............................202
tire grades ...............................202
treadwear ........................201, 206
Towing .......................................227
recreational towing .................227
trailer towing ..........................227
wrecker ....................................273
Traffic, Directions and
Information ..................................61
Transmission
automatic operation ...............246
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....244
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................316
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................316
fluid, refill capacities ..............321
lubricant specifications ..........321
manual operation ....................250
Trunk
remote release ........................140
Turning Bluetooth on/off ............72
Turning prompts on/off ........73, 86
Turn signal ................................109
U
USB port ......................................33
Using privacy mode ....................52
Using SYNC’s play menu ..........88
Using the Auxiliary input jack
(Line in) ......................................81Using the media settings ............81
Using the play all feature ...........89
Using voice commands with
SYNC..........................................43
Using your media menu .............78
V
Vehicle health report ..................68
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................325
Vehicle loading ..........................221
Ventilating your vehicle ...........236
Voice commands in media
mode ............................................75
Voice commands in phone
mode ............................................47
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................294
Water, Driving through .............253
What is SYNC? ..........................39
What’s playing? ...........................78
Windows
power .......................................123
rear wiper/washer ...................121
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....294
operation .................................121
replacing wiper blades ...........294
Wrecker towing .........................273
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