brake FORD FIESTA 2013 User Guide

INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note:Depending on the vehicle options equipped with your vehicle, not
all of the messages will display or be available. Certain messages may be
abbreviated or shortened depending upon which cluster type you have.
: The message indicator will illuminate when there is a new message
stored.
Message Warning Lamp at
Instrument ClusterSystem
ABS MALFUNCTION
SERVICE NOW
ABS
ESP OFF— ABS
ESP MALFUNCTION
NEXT SERVICE— ABS
BRAKE SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION
STOP SAFELYBRAKE or
Brakes
ALARM SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION
NEXT SERVICE—Anti-theft security
system
INTERIOR SCAN
DEACTIVATED—Anti-theft security
system
IMMOBILIZER
MALFUNCTION
SERVICE NOW—Anti-theft security
system
ALARM TRIGGERED
CHECK VEHICLE—Anti-theft security
system
LEFT/RIGHT
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
CHANGE BULB— Lights
HILL START ASSIST
NOT AVAILABLE
Transmission
STEERING LOCK
ENGAGED TURN
STEERING WHEEL—Passive Entry/Passive
Start
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Message Warning Lamp at
Instrument ClusterSystem
STEERING
MALFUNCTION
SERVICE NOW—Passive Entry/Passive
Start
STEERING
MALFUNCTION
STOP SAFELY—Passive Entry/Passive
Start
POWER STEERING
MALFUNCTION
SERVICE NOW— Power Steering
KEY NOT
DETECTED—Passive entry/passive
start system
TURN IGNITION
OFF USE POWER
BUTTON—Passive entry/passive
start system
KEY OUTSIDE CAR
—Passive entry/passive
start system
KEY BATTERY LOW
REPLACE BATTERY—Passive entry/passive
start system
TO START PRESS
BRAKE—Passive Entry/Passive
Start
CLOSE TRUNK OR
USE SPARE KEY— Trunk
TO START PRESS
CLUTCH—Passive Entry/Passive
Start
ENGINE
MALFUNCTION
SERVICE NOW
Engine
TRANSMISSION
MALFUNCTION
SERVICE NOW— Transmission
TRANSMISSION
HOT STOP SAFELY— Transmission
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Message Warning Lamp at
Instrument ClusterSystem
TRANSMISSION
HOT STOP OR
SPEED UP— Transmission
USE BRAKE STOP
SAFELY— Transmission
TRANSMISSION
HOT WAIT X MIN— Transmission
TRANSMISSION
HOT WAIT...— Transmission
TRANSMISSION
READY— Transmission
HILL START ASSIST
ACTIVE— Transmission
HILL START ASSIST
OFF— Transmission
VEHICLE NOT IN
PARK SELECT P— Starting/Transmission
VEHICLE NOT IN
PARK SELECT P— Starting/Transmission
DOOR OPEN APPLY
BRAKE— Doors
X DOOR OPEN
Doors
TRUNK OPEN
Doors
HOOD OPEN
Hood
AIRBAG
MALFUNCTION
SERVICE NOW
Airbag
ENGINE OIL
CHANGE DUE NEXT
SERVICE
Engine Oil (SeeOil
life monitoring
system resetlater in
this section)
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Message Warning Lamp at
Instrument ClusterSystem
ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE LOW
STOP SAFELY
Engine Oil
BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL LOW
SERVICE NOWBRAKE or
Brakes
CHECK FUEL FILL
INLET— Fuel
Oil life monitoring system reset
To reset the oil service light and clear the oil change message after
servicing use the following procedure:
1. Begin with the ignition off.
2. For keyed vehicles, turn the key to the II (on) position.
For push button start vehicles, press the Start/Stop button once
quickly without pressing brake pedal. DO NOT attempt to start the
engine.
3. Press the accelerator and brake pedals fully for 20 seconds.
4.ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE NEXT SERVICEand
will display.
5. Turn the vehicle off. The message and lights will be cleared.
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The auxiliary input jack allows you
to connect and play music from
your portable music player through
your vehicle speakers. You can use
any portable music player designed
for use with headphones. Your audio
extension cable must have male
18-inch (3.5 millimeter) connectors
at each end.
1. Switch off the engine, radio and portable music player. Set the
parking brake and put the transmission in positionP.
2. Plug the extension cable from the portable music player into the
auxiliary input jack.
3. Switch the radio on. Select either a tuned FM station or a CD.
4. Adjust the volume as desired.
5. Switch your portable music player on and adjust its volume to half its
maximum level.
6. PressAUXuntilLINEorLINE INappears in the display. You
should hear music from your device even if it is low.
7. Adjust the volume on your portable music player until it reaches the
volume level of the FM station or CD. Do this by switching back and
forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls.
USB PORT (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you
use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take
your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation
of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device
while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when
possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws
that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
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Heating the Interior Quickly
1 Adjust the fan speed to the highest speed setting.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the highest setting.
3 Adjust the air distribution control to the footwell air vents
position.
Recommended Settings for Heating
1 Adjust the fan speed to the second speed setting.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the hot
settings.
3 Adjust the air distribution control to the footwell and
windshield air vents position.
Cooling the Interior Quickly
1 Adjust the fan speed to the highest speed setting.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the MAX A/C position.
3 Adjust the air distribution control to the instrument panel air
vents position.
Recommended Settings for Cooling
1 Adjust the fan speed to the second speed setting.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the
cold settings.
3 Adjust the air distribution control to the instrument panel air
vents position.
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High
Ambient Temperatures
1 Apply the parking brake.
2 Move the transmission selector lever to positionP.
3 Adjust the temperature control to the MAX A/C position.
4 Adjust the fan speed to the lowest speed setting.
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0 (Off):The ignition is off.
I (Accessory):Allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not running.
II (On):All the electrical circuits are operational. Warning lights are
illuminated. This is the key position when driving.
III (Start):Cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
KEYLESS STARTING (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:The keyless starting system may not function if the
key is close to metal objects or electronic devices such as mobile
phones.
Note:A valid passive key must be located inside the vehicle to switch
the ignition on and start the engine.
Note:When locking your vehicle, any remote controls left inside the
vehicle may become disabled. A message may appear in the information
display indicating that there is no key detected if you try to start the
engine. Press the unlock button on the remote control to enable it, then
start the engine.
To switch the ignition on, press the start button. It is
located on the right side of the steering column. All
electrical circuits and accessories are operational, and
warning lamps and indicators illuminate.
To start the vehicle with an automatic transmission:
1. Move the transmission selector lever to positionP.
2. Fully press the brake pedal.
START
STOP ENGINE
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3. Press the start button.
To start the vehicle with a manual transmission:
1. Move the transmission selector lever to the neutral position.
2. Fully press the clutch pedal.
3. Press the start button.
The system does not function if:
•the key frequencies are jammed.
•the key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle:
1. Locate the key backup slot on the
steering column.
2. Hold the key next to the backup
slot.
3. With the key in this position, you
can use the start button to switch
the ignition on and start the
vehicle.
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary
1. Move the transmission selector lever to positionP.
2. Press the start button.
Note:The ignition, all electrical circuits, warning lamps and indicators
are switched off.
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving
WARNING:Switching off the engine when the vehicle is still
moving will result in a loss of brake and steering assistance. The
steering will not be locked, but higher effort will be required. When the
ignition is switched off, some electrical circuits, warning lamps and
indicators may also be off.
1. Press and hold the start button for at least one second or press the
start button three times within two seconds.
2. Move the transmission selector to positionNand use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
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3. When your vehicle has stopped, move the transmission selector lever
to positionPand switch the ignition off.
Fast Restart
If a valid key is not present, the fast restart feature allows you to restart
your vehicle within 20 seconds of switching it off. Press the brake pedal
(automatic transmission) or the clutch pedal (manual transmission) if
the car is stationary. If the car is still moving, press the start button.
After 20 seconds have expired, you can no longer start your vehicle
without the key present inside the vehicle.
Once your vehicle has started, it remains running until you press the
start button, even if a valid key has not been detected. If you open and
close a door while your vehicle is running, the system searches for a
valid key. You are not able to start your vehicle if a valid key is not
detected within 20 seconds.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When you start your engine, the idle speed increases to warm the engine
up. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Before starting your vehicle, check the following:
•Make sure all occupants have fastened their safety belts.
•Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is on.
•Move the transmission selector lever to positionP(automatic
transmission) or neutral (manual transmission).
•Turn the key to position II.
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Move the transmission selector lever to positionPorN.
3. Start the engine. The engine may continue cranking for up to
10 seconds or until it starts.
Note:If you cannot start your engine on the first try, wait for a short
period of time and try again.
If you have difficulty starting the engine when the temperature is below
-13°F (-25°C), press the accelerator pedal slightly and try again.
If you cannot start your engine after three attempts, wait 10 seconds,
then follow this procedure:
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and hold it there.
3. Move the transmission selector lever to positionPorN.
4. Start the engine.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Do not apply the brake pedal and accelerator pedal
simultaneously. Applying both pedals simultaneously for more
than three seconds will limit engine rpm, which may result in difficulty
maintaining speed in traffic and could lead to serious injury.
WARNING:Always set the parking brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off
position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
Note:The automatic transmission performs a series of automated checks
when the ignition is turned to the off position. A slight clicking sound
may be heard and is considered a normal part of operation.
P (Park)
This position locks the transmission
and prevents the front wheels from
turning.
To put your vehicle in gear:
•Press the brake pedal.
•Move the gearshift lever into the
desired gear.
To put your vehicle in P (Park):
•Come to a complete stop.
•Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park).
R (Reverse)
With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.
Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R
(Reverse).
N (Neutral)
With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is
free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.
D (Drive)
The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission
operates in gears one through six.
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