FORD FIESTA 2013 Owners Manual

DE8J 19A321 AA | October 2012 | Second Printing | Owner’s Manual | Fiesta | Litho in U.S.A.
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Introduction 8
Child Safety 16
Child seats...........................................18
Child seat positioning...................................18
Booster seats.........................................20
Installing child safety seats...............................23
Child safety locks......................................32
Safety Belts 33
Fastening the safety belts................................35
Safetybeltwarninglightandindicatorchime..................38
Safety belt-minder.....................................39
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance...................41
Personal Safety System 42
Supplementary Restraints System 43
Driver and passenger airbags.............................44
Knee airbag..........................................46
Front passenger sensing system...........................46
Side airbags..........................................51
Side curtain airbags....................................52
Crash sensors and airbag indicator.........................54
Airbag disposal........................................55
Keys and Remote Control 56
General information on radio frequencies.....................56
Remote control.......................................57
Keys...............................................57
Replacing a lost key or remote control.......................61
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Locks 62
Locking and unlocking..................................62
Locks..............................................62
Trunk release.........................................68
Interior luggage compartment release.......................68
Security 70
SecuriLock® passive anti-theft system.......................70
Steering Wheel 73
Adjusting the steering wheel..............................73
Steering wheel controls.................................74
Wipers and Washers 76
Windshield wipers.....................................76
Windshield washers....................................76
Rear-window wiper and washer............................77
Lighting 78
Lighting control.......................................78
Instrument lighting dimmer...............................78
Headlamp exit delay....................................79
Daytime running lamps..................................79
Turn signal control.....................................79
Interior lamps........................................80
Ambient lighting.......................................81
Windows and Mirrors 82
Power windows.......................................82
Exteriormirrors.......................................84
Interiormirrors .......................................85
Moonroof............................................86
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Instrument Cluster 87
Gauges.............................................87
Warning lamps and indicators.............................88
Audible warnings and indicators...........................93
Information Displays 94
Multifunction display...................................95
Trip computer........................................95
Information messages...................................96
Audio System 100
AM/FMstereo........................................102
AM/FM/CD/SIRIUS Satellite Radio with SYNC.................104
Auxiliary input jack...................................109
USBport...........................................110
Satellite radio information...............................111
Climate Control 114
Manual heating and air conditioning........................114
Rear window defroster.................................117
Cabin air filter.......................................118
Seats 119
Sitting in the correct position............................119
Head restraints.......................................120
Front seats..........................................122
Heated seats........................................126
Rear seats..........................................126
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Auxiliary Power Points 128
Storage Compartments 129
Center console.......................................129
Starting and Stopping the Engine 130
Ignition switch.......................................130
Keyless starting......................................131
Engine block heater...................................134
Fuel and Refueling 136
Fuel quality.........................................137
Running out of fuel....................................138
Refueling...........................................139
Fuel consumption.....................................141
Transmission 146
Automatic transmission.................................146
Manual transmission...................................151
Hill start assist.......................................153
Brakes 155
Brakes.............................................155
Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes......................155
Parking brake........................................156
Traction Control 157
TractionControl™ ....................................157
Stability Control 158
AdvanceTrac®.......................................159
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Cruise Control 160
Driving Aids 162
Steering............................................162
Load Carrying 164
Vehicle loading.......................................164
Towing 170
Trailertowing........................................170
Wrecker towing......................................170
Recreational towing...................................171
Driving Hints 174
Economical driving....................................174
Floormats..........................................176
Roadside Emergencies 178
Getting roadside assistance..............................178
Hazard warning flashers................................179
Fuel cut-off switch....................................179
Jump-starting the vehicle...............................180
Customer Assistance 183
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only).......................189
Reporting safety defects (Canada only).....................190
Fuses 191
Changing a fuse......................................191
Fuse specification chart................................192
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Maintenance 199
General information...................................199
Under hood overview..................................201
Engine oil dipstick....................................202
Engine oil check......................................202
Engine coolant check..................................203
Automatic transmission fluid check........................205
Brake fluid check.....................................206
Power steering fluid check..............................206
Fuel filter...........................................206
Washer fluid check....................................207
Battery ............................................207
Checking the wiper blades..............................209
Changing the wiper blades..............................210
Air filter(s).........................................211
Adjusting the headlamps................................211
Changing a bulb......................................214
Bulb specification chart.................................220
Vehicle Care 222
Cleaning products.....................................222
Cleaning the exterior..................................222
Waxing.............................................224
Repairing minor paint damage............................224
Cleaning the engine...................................224
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades.....................225
Cleaning the interior...................................225
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens.......226
Cleaning leather seats..................................227
Cleaning the alloy wheels...............................227
Vehicle storage.......................................228
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Wheels and Tires 231
Tire care...........................................231
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)...................247
Changing a road wheel.................................252
Technical specifications.................................257
Wheel lug nut torque..................................257
Capacities and Specifications 258
Engine specifications..................................258
Engine drivebelt......................................258
Part numbers........................................261
Vehicle identification number............................261
Vehicle certification label...............................262
Transmission code designation............................263
Accessories 264
Accessories.........................................264
Ford Extended Service Plan 266
Scheduled Maintenance 269
Normal scheduled maintenance and log.....................274
SYNC® 285
Pairing your phone for the first time.......................290
911 Assist™.........................................304
Vehicle Health Report..................................307
Appendices 332
Index 340
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you
know about it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from
driving it.
WARNING:Always drive with due care and attention when
using and operating the controls and features on your vehicle.
Note:This manual describes a range of product features and options,
sometimes before they are generally available. Therefore, you may find
options in this manual that are not found on your vehicle.
Note:Some of the illustrations in this manual may be used for different
models, so they may appear different than your vehicle. However, the
essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Note:Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable
laws and regulations.
Note:Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral
part of the vehicle.
This manual may qualify the location of a component as left-hand side or
right-hand side. The side is determined when facing forward in the seat.
A. Right-hand side
B. Left-hand side
The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to
print. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change
specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation. No
part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval
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Protecting the Environment
You must play your part in protecting the environment. Correct
vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning
and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim.
SYMBOL GLOSSARY
WARNING:You risk death or serious injury to yourself and
others if you do not follow the instruction highlighted by the
warning symbol.
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Safety alertSee Owner’s
ManualAnti-lock
braking
system
Avoid
smoking,
flames, or
sparksBatteryBattery acid
Brake
fluid – non
petroleum
baseBrake systemCabin air
filter
Check fuel
capChild Safety
Door Lock
and UnlockChild seat
lower anchor
Child seat
tether anchorCruise
controlDo not open
when hot
Engine air
filterEngine
coolantEngine
coolant
temperature
Engine
oilExplosive gasFan warning
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