winter tires FORD FIESTA 2014 6.G ST Supplement Manual

Introduction
About This Supplement.................................3
Product History..................................................4
At a Glance
At a Glance..........................................................5
Instrument Cluster
Warning Lamps and Indicators - 1.6LEcoBoost™.....................................................9
Fuel and Refueling
Fuel Quality.......................................................10
Transmission
Manual Transmission - 1.6LEcoBoost™....................................................11
Stability Control
Using Stability Control - 1.6LEcoBoost™...................................................13
Driving Hints
Breaking-In........................................................15
General Driving Points...................................15
Engine Overspeed...........................................15
Engine Overboost...........................................15
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance......................................17
Maintenance
Under Hood Overview - 1.6LEcoBoost™...................................................18
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.6LEcoBoost™...................................................19
Wheels and Tires
Wheels...............................................................20
Tires.....................................................................20
Using Winter Tires...........................................21
Changing a Road Wheel..............................22
Technical Specifications..............................23
Capacities and Specific-ations
Motorcraft Parts.............................................24
Technical Specifications.............................24
Warranty Terms andConditions
Base Warranty.................................................26
1Fiesta (CCT)Table of Contents

WHEELS
Your ST vehicle is equipped with uniquewheels matched to the tires. These wheelsare more susceptible to damage due totheir diameter, width and low profile tires.To avoid damage to your wheels:
•Maintain proper tire pressure.
•Exercise caution when usingautomated, commercial car washes.Hand washing or using touchlesscommercial car washes withoutmechanical tracks is the best way toavoid potential damage.
•When installing wheels, always torquelug nuts to specification with a torquewrench.
•Inspect your wheels for damage on aregular basis. If a wheel is damaged,replace it immediately.
•If you encounter an abnormally harshimpact, inspect the outer diameter ofyour wheels, both inside and out, fordamage.
TIRES
Your ST vehicle is equipped with lowprofile, high performance tires that aredesigned to optimize the driving dynamicsyou expect in an ST vehicle. These tires arenot optimized for off-road or winter (snowor cold weather) performance, and theirride, noise and wear characteristics aredifferent than non-performance tires. Also,
because of their lower profile, the tires aremore susceptible to damage due topotholes and rough roads. To make surethat your tires perform as intended, it isimportant that you maintain your tiresproperly:
Note:Do not use tire chains on the originalwheels and tires of your vehicle. The use ofany type of tire chain on these tires maydamage your vehicle.
•Do not overload your vehicle. Maximumvehicle and axle weights are listed onthe tire information placard.
•Take extra caution when operating thevehicle near its maximum load,including assuring proper tire pressureand reducing speeds.
•Take extra caution when operating onrough roads to avoid impacts thatcould cause tire damage.
•If you encounter an abnormally harshimpact, inspect your tires for damage.
•Inspect your tires for damage on aregular basis. If a tire is damaged,replace it immediately.
•Proper suspension alignment is criticalfor maximum performance andoptimal tire wear. If you notice uneventire wear, have your alignment checked.
•When replacing tires, the only way tomaintain original performance is to usethe original equipment tire. If a differentsummer tire is used, it should be thesame size, speed rating and load ratingas the originally equipped tire. Replacetires as a set of four. Never mix tirebrands or models.
20Fiesta (CCT)Wheels and Tires

BridgestoneTires
205/40 R17Size
WSpeed rating
84Load rating
Summer onlyUsage
17 in. x 7.0 in, 47.5 mm offset aluminumwheelsWheels
Tire Pressure
•For tire pressures, see the placardlocated on the B-pillar inside thedriver's door.
•Always maintain your tire pressuresaccording to the tire informationplacard on the driver's door jamb, usingan accurate gauge.
•Tire pressures are specified cold. Checkthem after the vehicle has been parkedfor at least three hours. Do not reducepressure of warm tires.
•Check your tire pressure often tomaintain it properly. Tire pressure candiminish over time and fluctuate withtemperature.
Tire Pressure for High Speed Usage
If you are operating your ST vehicle in areasthat allow high-speed driving over 100 mph(161 km/h), increase the tire pressure in allfour tires by 3 psi above the pressureslisted on the Tire Pressure placard locatedon the driver’s side b-pillar.
USING WINTER TIRES
The original equipment tires on your STvehicle are designed for maximumperformance in dry and wet summerconditions. They are not designed forwinter use on ice or snow and cannot beused with snow chains. Ford does notrecommend using the original equipmenttires when temperatures drop toapproximately 40°F (5°C) or below(depending on tire wear and environmentalconditions) or in snow and ice conditions.You must use winter or all-season tires ifyou will be operating your vehicle in theseconditions.
•Even with clear, dry driving conditionsdo not operate your vehicle aboveposted speed limits or perform highspeed maneuvers with winter tires.
•Do not use tire chains on the originalwheels and tires of your vehicle. Theuse of any type of tire chain on thesetires may damage your vehicle.
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The following table lists acceptable tiresizes for winter tires. Tire speed and loadratings should match those of the originallyequipped tires as closely as possible. If itis required to fit winter tires with a speed
rating less than the original equipment tires(to fit snow chains, for example), be awareof the maximum speed rating for the tireand never exceed.
Compatible Snow Tire and Wheel Packages
Required wheelTire size
Original equipment ST wheel or equivalent205/40 R17
Owner supplied. See your Ford dealer forsuitable wheels from the Fiesta lineup.195/45 R16*
* Required size to prevent vehicle damage if snow chain use is required
Please call the Ford Performance InfoCenter at 1-800-FORD-SVT (367-3788)for specific winter tire recommendations.
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
See the Wheels and Tires chapter of yourowner's manual for instructions onchanging a road wheel.
Full Size Spare
Your ST vehicle is equipped with a full size,dissimilar spare tire assembly. Althoughthe spare is a traditional, full size tire (asopposed to a mini spare), it is different inboth size and handling characteristics fromthe standard Fiesta ST performance tire.If you need to install the spare tire, youmust adhere to the following precautions:
•Because of the different performancecharacteristics of the spare tire, avoidaggressive steering, braking,acceleration or high speeds when thespare tire is installed.
•Never enable electronic stabilitycontrol sport mode or fully disableelectronic stability control when thespare tire is installed.
•Replace the spare tire with the correctoriginal equipment specified tire assoon as possible.
The following table lists the specificationsfor the full size spare tire and wheelassembly. Tire speed and load ratingsshould match those of the originallyequipped tires as closely as possible.
-Spare tire
185/60 R15Size
HSpeed rating
84Load rating
All seasonUsage
15 in. x 6.0 in., 47.5 mm offset steel wheelsWheel
22Fiesta (CCT)Wheels and Tires

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About This Supplement.................................3At a Glance..........................................................5Engine Specifications............................................7Suspension Specifications..................................7Vehicle Specifications...........................................6
B
Base Warranty.................................................26Breaking-In........................................................15
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Capacities and Specifications...................24Technical Specifications....................................24Changing a Road Wheel..............................22Full Size Spare.......................................................22Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications..........23
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Driving Hints......................................................15
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Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.6LEcoBoost™....................................................19Engine Overboost...........................................15Engine Overspeed...........................................15
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Fuel and Refueling.........................................10Fuel Quality.......................................................10OCTANE RECOMMENDATIONS......................10
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General Driving Points...................................15Curbs, Parking Lot Obstacles andCommercial Car Washing.............................15Operating at High Speeds..................................15
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Instrument Cluster...........................................9
Introduction........................................................3
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Maintenance.....................................................18Manual Transmission - 1.6LEcoBoost™......................................................11Parking Your Vehicle.............................................12Recommended Shift Speeds............................11Reverse.......................................................................11Using the Clutch.....................................................11Motorcraft Parts.............................................24
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Product History..................................................4GLOBAL PERFORMANCE VEHICLES .............4TEAM RS HISTORY................................................4
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Roadside Assistance......................................17Roadside Emergencies..................................17
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Stability Control...............................................13
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Tires.....................................................................20Tire Pressure............................................................21Transmission......................................................11
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Under Hood Overview - 1.6LEcoBoost™....................................................18Using Stability Control - 1.6LEcoBoost™.....................................................13Enhanced Torque Vectoring Control..............14Using Winter Tires...........................................21
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Warning Lamps and Indicators - 1.6LEcoBoost™......................................................9Gauges........................................................................9
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