cruise control FORD FIESTA 2013 Owners Manual

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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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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VOICE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
A. Receive a call
B. Voice recognition
C. End a call
See theSYNCchapter.
CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
See theCruise Controlchapter.
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Anti-Theft System
Flashes when the anti-theft system has been activated.
Battery
If it illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction. Switch
off all unnecessary electrical equipment and have the system
checked by your authorized dealer.
Brake System
It will illuminate when the parking brake is engaged and the
ignition is on.
If it illuminates when you are driving, check that the parking
brake is not engaged. If the parking brake is not engaged, this indicates
low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction. Have the system
checked immediately by your authorized dealer.
WARNING:Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning
light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle.
Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause
brake failure and the risk of personal injury.
Cruise Control (If Equipped)
It will illuminate when you switch this feature on.
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard
warning flasher is turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash
faster, check for a burned out bulb.
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PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
Cruise control lets you maintain a set speed without keeping your foot
on the accelerator pedal.
USING CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Do not use cruise control in heavy traffic or on
roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.
Note:Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up or down a
steep hill. Apply the brakes if your vehicle speed increases above the set
speed while driving downhill.
Note:Cruise control will disengage if your vehicle speed decreases more
than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed while driving uphill.
The speed controls are located on the steering
wheel.
Switching On Cruise Control
Press and releaseON.
Setting a Speed
1. Accelerate to the desired speed.
2. Press and releaseSET+.
3. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
The indicator will turn on in the instrument cluster.
Changing the Set Speed
•Press and holdSET+orSET–to increase or decrease the set speed.
Release the control when you reach the desired speed.
•Press releaseSET+orSET–. The set speed will change in
approximately 1 mph (2 km/h) increments.
•Press the accelerator pedal or brake pedal until you reach the desired
speed then press and releaseSET+.
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Canceling a Set Speed
PressCAN, tap the brake pedal or press the clutch pedal. The set speed
will not be erased.
Note:When you use the clutch pedal to cancel a set speed, the engine
speed may briefly increase.
Resuming a Set Speed
Press and releaseRES.
Switching Off Cruise Control
Note:The set speed is erased when you switch off cruise control.
PressOFFor switch off the ignition.
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