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Direction indicators.........................56
Interior lamps...................................57
Changing a bulb..............................57
Approach lamps..............................66
Windows and
mirrors.....................67
Electric windows.............................67
Exterior mirrors................................69
Electric exterior mirrors..................70
Interior mirror...................................70
Instruments................72
Gauges.............................................72
Warning lamps and indicators.......73
Audible warnings andindicators.......................................76
Information displays...78
Trip computer..................................78
Climate control...........80
Principle of operation.....................80
Air vents.............................................81
Manual climate control....................81
Automatic climate control.............84
Heated windows and mirrors.......86
Auxiliary heater................................87
Electric sunroof................................87
Seats..........................90
Sitting in the correct position........90
Manual seats...................................90
Electric seats....................................91
Head restraints................................92
Rear seats........................................93
Heated seats...................................95
Ventilated seats...............................95
Convenience
features...................97
Sun visors.........................................97
Instrument lighting dimmer............97
Clock.................................................97
Cigar lighter......................................97
Ashtray..............................................98
Auxiliary power sockets.................99
Cup holders.....................................99
Storage compartments.................99
Starting the engine...100
General information......................100
Ignition switch................................100
Starting a petrol engine................100
Starting a diesel engine.................101
Switching off the engine...............102
Fuel and refuelling....103
Safety precautions........................103
Fuel quality......................................103
Catalytic converter........................103
Fuel filler flap...................................104
Refuelling........................................104
Technical specifications................104
Transmission............109
Manual transmission.....................109
Automatic transmission................110
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Power steering fluid check..........153
Washer fluid check........................153
Technical specifications................154
Vehicle care..............156
Cleaning the exterior....................156
Cleaning the interior......................156
Repairing minor paint damage.....157
Vehicle battery..........158
Battery care....................................158
Using booster cables....................158
Wheels and tyres......160
Changing a road wheel................160
Tyre care.........................................166
Using winter tyres..........................166
Using snow chains........................166
Technical specifications................167
Vehicle
identification..........172
Vehicle identification plate............172
Vehicle identification number(VIN)..............................................172
Engine number..............................172
Technical
specifications.........173
Technical specifications................173
Type approvals.........183
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Recommended headlamp levelling control positions
Control positionLoad
EstateSaloonLoad inluggagecompart-ment1
Persons
with self-level. susp.withoutself-level.susp.
Rear seatsFront seats
000--1-2
01212-31-2
02222max.131-2
123232max.1-1
1 See Technical specifications (page 173).
2Control position must be increased by 0.5 on vehicles with 2.0 l Duratorq-TDCi
or 2.5 l Duratec-VE engines and automatic transmission. Higher controlpositions (+1) may be necessary when towing a trailer.
HAZARD WARNING
FLASHERS
Press the switch to turn on or off. Thehazard warning flashers can also beoperated when the ignition is off.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
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LightingE72166 E72167
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine FUEL FILLER FLAP
Pull up the remote release leverbeside the driver’s seat. Open thefiller flap and turn the capanticlockwise.
When the filler cap is removed, ahissing noise may be heard. This isnormal and should be disregarded.
To refit the cap, turn clockwise untilit clicks.
REFUELLING
WARNING
If you fill your vehicle withincorrect fuel or additives, donot attempt to start the engine. Thismay lead to engine damage.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Fuel consumption
4-door and 5-door
Fuel consumption figures
CO2emissionsCombinedExtra-urbanUrban
Variant
g/kml/100 km(mpg)l/100 km(mpg)l/100 km(mpg)
1797.5 (37.7)5.6 (50.4)10.9 (25.9)1.8 l Duratec-HE 81 kW(110 PS), Stage IIIemissions
1827.6 (37.2)5.6 (50.4)11.2 (25.2)1.8 l Duratec-HE 81 kW(110 PS), Stage IVemissions
1827.6 (37.2)5.6 (50.4)11.0 (25.7)1.8 l Duratec-HE 92 kW(125 PS), Stage IIIemissions
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Vehicle fluids
SpecificationRecommended fluidPart
WSS-M2C204-AFord Power Steering FluidPower assisted steering
WSS-M97B44-DMotorcraft SuperPlusAntifreezeCoolant
Capacities
Vehicles with a petrol engine
Capacities
Capacity inlitres (gallons)ItemVariant
Max-markPower assisted steering fluidAll
58.5 litresFuel tankAll
4.3 litresEngine oil - with filter1.8 l Duratec-HE
3.9 litresEngine oil - without filter1.8 l Duratec-HE
8.3 litresCooling system including heating1.8 l Duratec-HE
6.6 litresWindscreen washer system - withheadlamp washer1.8 l Duratec-HE
2.6 litresWindscreen washer system -without headlamp washer1.8 l Duratec-HE
4.3 litresEngine oil - with filter1.8 l Duratec-SCi
3.9 litresEngine oil - without filter1.8 l Duratec-SCi
8.3 litresCooling system including heating1.8 l Duratec-SCi
5.0 litresWindscreen washer system - withheadlamp washer1.8 l Duratec-SCi
2.5 litresWindscreen washer system -without headlamp washer1.8 l Duratec-SCi
4.3 litresEngine oil - with filter2.0 l Duratec-HE
3.9 litresEngine oil - without filter2.0 l Duratec-HE
8.1 litresCooling system including heating2.0 l Duratec-HE
6.5 litresWindscreen washer system - withheadlamp washer2.0 l Duratec-HE
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine In order to avoid damagingfull-diameter wheel covers, theyshould be removed while driving withsnow chains.
Vehicles with stabilitycontrol (ESP)
Vehicles with stability control (ESP)may exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics which can be avoidedby switching the system off. SeeUsing stability control (page 120).
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Tyre pressures (cold tyres)
Up to 160 km/h (100 mph)
Tyre pressures
Full loadNormal load
Tyre sizeVariantRearFrontRearFront
bar(lbf/in²)bar(lbf/in²)bar(lbf/in²)bar(lbf/in²)
4.24.24.24.2T125/85 R 16All - temporary sparetyre - 80 km/h (50 mph)MAX
2.82.52.12.3205/50 R 161.8 l Duratec-HE
2.82.42.12.1205/55 R 161.8 l Duratec-HE
2.82.52.12.1205/50 R 171.8 l Duratec-HE
2.82.42.12.2225/40 R 181.8 l Duratec-HE, Saloon
2.92.42.12.2225/40 R 181.8 l Duratec-HE, Estate
2.82.52.12.3205/50 R 161.8 l Duratec-SCi
2.82.42.12.1205/55 R 161.8 l Duratec-SCi
2.82.52.12.1205/50 R 171.8 l Duratec-SCi
2.82.42.12.2225/40 R 181.8 l Duratec-SCi,Saloon
2.92.42.12.2225/40 R 181.8 l Duratec-SCi, Estate
2.82.52.12.3205/50 R 162.0 l Duratec-HE
2.82.42.12.1205/55 R 162.0 l Duratec-HE
2.82.52.12.1205/50 R 172.0 l Duratec-HE
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Vehicle dimensions - Saloon
173
Technical specificationsE73444
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Dimension in mm(inches)Dimension descriptionItem
4731 mmMaximum length - without body styling kitA
4753 mmMaximum length - with body styling kitA
4756 mmMaximum length - ST modelsA
1958 mmOverall width - incl. exterior mirrorsB
1415 - 1459 mmOverall height - EC kerb weightC
2754 mmWheelbaseD
1522 mmTrack - FrontE
1537 mmTrack - RearE
Vehicle dimensions - Estate
174
Technical specificationsE73445