FORD FIESTA 2012 Owners Manual

Function Number of bulbs Trade number
5-door rear lamp
(stop/reverse)2 3157K
5-door rear lamp (turn) 1 3157A
(amber)
License plate lamp 1 W5W
* 5–door high-mounted
brake lamp1 LED
* 4–door high-mounted
brake lamp5 W5W
Interior lamp 1 W6W
Reading lamp 1 W5W
Luggage compartment
lamp1 W5W
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
All replacement bulbs are clear in color, except where noted.
* To replace these lamps, see your authorized dealer.
Replacing interior bulbs
Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
Replacing bulbs
Note:Before changing bulb, verify the corresponding fuse is not blown.
The low beam headlamps, high beam headlamps, front turn signals and
side marker lamps are located in the lamp assembly and can be replaced
individually by removing the lamp assembly as a unit.
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Removing the front lamp assembly
Note:The front lamp assembly must be removed in order to replace
bulbs.
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the off position, then open the
hood.
2. Remove the screws and pushpin
holding the lamp assembly (1).
(Driver side shown)
3. Detach the lamp harness clips
from the lamp assembly and
disconnect the electrical connectors
(2).
4. Remove the lamp assembly (3).
Note:When lamp is removed, you
will hear a clicking sound.
5. Reverse the procedure to install
the lamp assembly.
Note:When installing the front
lamp assembly, the front flange must
be placed under the fascia. Ensure
that the bottom tab gets placed into
the white clip.
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Replacing the low beam headlamps
Note:The low beam headlamp is the outboard lamp.
Note:Never hold a bulb by the glass. This is particularly valid for
halogen bulbs as the intensity of the light may be reduced if the hands
touch the bulb. If the glass has been handled, clean it with alcohol.
1. Remove the bulb cover.
2. Turn the bulb holder
counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Reverse the procedure to install the new bulb
Replacing the high beam headlamps
Note:The high beam headlamp is the inboard lamp.
Note:Never hold a bulb by the glass. This is particularly valid for
halogen bulbs as the intensity of the light may be reduced if the hands
touch the bulb. If the glass has been handled, clean it with alcohol.
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1. Remove the bulb cover.
2. Turn the bulb holder
counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Reverse the procedure to install the new bulb.
Replacing the park/turn signals
1. Turn the bulb holder
counterclockwise and remove it.
2. Remove the bulb from the bulb
holder.
3. Reverse the procedure to install the new bulb.
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Replacing the side marker lamps
1. Turn the bulb holder clockwise
and remove it.
2. Remove the bulb from the bulb
holder.
3. Reverse the procedure to install the new bulb.
Replacing the signal indicator mirror bulbs (if equipped)
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
Replacing the rear lamps (5-door)
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the screws holding the
lamp assembly.
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Replacing the rear stop lamp (5-door)
1. Turn the bulb holder
counterclockwise and remove it.
2. Remove the bulb from the holder.
3. Reverse the procedure to install the new bulb.
Replacing the reverse signal rear lamp (5-door)
1. Turn the bulb holder
counterclockwise and remove it.
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2. Remove the bulb from the holder.
3. Reverse the procedure to install the new bulb.
Replacing the turn signal rear lamp (5-door)
1. Turn the bulb holder
counterclockwise and remove it.
2. Remove the bulb from the holder.
3. Reverse the procedure to install the new bulb.
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Replacing bodyside rear lamp bulb (4-door)
1. Open the deck lid and remove the interior bodyside carpet.
2. Turn the bulb holder
counterclockwise and remove it (2).
3. Remove the bulb (3) from the
holder.
4. Reverse the procedure to install the new bulb.
Replacing the decklid mounted reverse lamp bulb (4-door)
1. Open the deck lid and remove its interior carpet.
2. Turn the bulb holder
counterclockwise and remove it (2).
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3. Remove the bulb (3) from the
holder.
4. Reverse the procedure to install the new bulb.
5. Reinstall the carpet.
Replacing the license plate lamps
1. Carefully release the spring clip
(1).
2. Remove the lamp (2).
3. Remove the bulb (3).
Replacing the high-mounted brake lamp
For replacement, see your authorized dealer.
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Move the lever down for a single
wipe.
For intermittent operation,
move control up one position and
adjust the rotary control to the
desired speed.
For normal operation, move
control up two positions and up three positions for high-speed wiping.
Windshield washer
To activate the windshield washer, press the windshield washer
control in. Release control to stop washer fluid spray. The wipers will
operate for a short time after the wash is turned off.
Note:Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid
level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry.
This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield,
always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper
blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.
Rear window wiper/washer (if equipped)
Wiper
Pull the lever towards you for intermittent wiping.
Washer
Pull the lever farther to operate the washer. The wiper will operate
for a short time and will activate once more after pausing to clear the
windshield.
Driver Controls
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