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Closing the Bonnet
1.Remove the bonnet strut from thecatch and secure correctly after use.
2.Lower the bonnet and allow it to dropfrom under its own weight for the last8 - 11 inches (20 – 30 centimetres).
Note:Make sure that you have closed thebonnet correctly.
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(74KW/100PS)/1.0L ECOBOOST (90KW/120PS)
Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine Coolant Check (page 140).A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and ClutchFluid Check (page 141).B
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine Oil Check (page 139).C
Battery: See Changing the 12V Battery (page 141).D
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive)*: See Brake and Clutch FluidCheck (page 141).E
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 124).F
Windscreen and rear window washer fluid reservoir: See Washer Fluid Check(page 141).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine Oil Check (page 139).I
* The filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are coloured for easy identification.
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(66KW/90PS)/1.6L DURATEC-16V TI-VCT (77KW/105PS) -
SIGMA
Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine Coolant Check (page 140).A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and ClutchFluid Check (page 141).B
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine Oil Check (page 139).C
Battery: See Changing the 12V Battery (page 141).D
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive)*: See Brake and Clutch FluidCheck (page 141).E
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 124).F
Windscreen and rear window washer fluid reservoir: See Washer Fluid Check(page 141).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine Oil Check (page 139).I
* The filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are coloured for easy identification.
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(55KW/75PS)/1.6L DURATORQ-TDCI (70KW/95PS) (T3)
Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine Coolant Check (page 140).A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and ClutchFluid Check (page 141).B
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine Oil Check (page 139).C
Battery: See Changing the 12V Battery (page 141).D
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive)*: See Brake and Clutch FluidCheck (page 141).E
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 124).F
Windscreen and rear window washer fluid reservoir: See Washer Fluid Check(page 141).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine Oil Check (page 139).I
* The filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are coloured for easy identification.
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ECOBOOST
(74KW/100PS)/1.0L
ECOBOOST (90KW/120PS)
MinimumA
MaximumB
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 1.4L
DURATEC-16V
(66KW/90PS)/1.6L
DURATEC-16V TI-VCT
(77KW/105PS) - SIGMA
MinimumA
MaximumB
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 1.5L
DURATORQ-TDCI
(55KW/75PS)/1.6L
DURATORQ-TDCI
(70KW/95PS) (T3)
MinimumA
MaximumB
ENGINE OIL CHECK
WARNING
Do not use oil additives or otherengine treatments. Under certainconditions, they could damage theengine.
Note:The oil consumption of new enginesreaches its normal level after approximately3000 miles (5000 kilometres).
Checking the Oil Level
Note:Check the level before starting theengine.
Note:Make sure that the level is betweenthe MIN and the MAX marks.
1.Make sure that your vehicle is on levelground.
2.Switch off the engine and wait 10minutes for the oil to drain into the oilpan.
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If the level is at the MIN mark, top upimmediately.
Topping Up
WARNINGS
Only top up when the engine is cold.If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutesfor the engine to cool down.
Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is running.
Remove the filler cap.
WARNING
Do not top up further than the MAXmark.
Note:Soak up any spillage with anabsorbent cloth immediately.
Top up with fluid that meets the Fordspecification. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 150).
Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you feela strong resistance.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
WARNING
Do not allow the fluid to touch yourskin or eyes. If this happens, rinse theaffected areas immediately withplenty of water and contact your doctor.
Note:Make sure that the level is betweenthe MIN and the MAX marks.
Note:Coolant expands when it is hot. Thelevel may therefore extend beyond the MAXmark.
If the level is at the MIN mark, add coolantimmediately.
Adding Engine Coolant
WARNINGS
Only add coolant when the engine iscold. If the engine is hot, wait 10minutes for the engine to cool down.
Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is running.
Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is hot. Wait for the engineto cool down.
Undiluted coolant is flammable andmay ignite if spilt on a hot exhaust.
Note:In an emergency, you can add justwater to the cooling system to reach avehicle service station. Have the systemchecked by an authorised dealer as soon aspossible.
Note:Prolonged use of incorrect dilutionof the coolant can cause engine damagefrom corrosion, overheating or freezing.
Note:Do not add coolant further than theMAX mark.
1.Remove the filler cap. Any pressure willescape slowly as you unscrew the cap.
2.Add a 50/50 mixture of coolant andwater using fluid that meets the Fordspecifications. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 150).
3.Replace the filler cap. Turn it until youfeel a strong resistance.
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CHECK
WARNINGS
Use of any fluid other than therecommended brake fluid mayreduce brake efficiency and not meetFord's performance standards.
Do not allow the fluid to touch yourskin or eyes. If this happens, rinse theaffected areas immediately withplenty of water and contact your doctor.
If the level is at the MIN mark, havethe system checked by an authoriseddealer as soon as possible.
Note:Keep brake fluid clean and dry.Contamination with dirt, water, petroleumproducts or other materials may result inbrake system damage and possible failure.
Note:The brake and the clutch systems aresupplied from the same reservoir.
Add fluid that meets the Ford specification.See Technical Specifications (page 150).
WASHER FLUID CHECK
Note:The reservoir supplies the front andrear washer systems.
When adding fluid, use a mixture of washerfluid and water to help prevent freezing incold weather and improve the cleaningcapability. We recommend that you useonly high quality washer fluid.
For information on fluid dilution, refer tothe product instructions.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
WARNING
For vehicles with start-stop thebattery requirement is different. Youmust replace the battery with one ofexactly the same specification.
Note:Where applicable you mustreprogram the audio system using thekeycode.
The battery is located in the enginecompartment. See Maintenance (page134).
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge ofthe blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluidor water applied with a soft sponge orcloth.
CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES
Windscreen Wiper Blades
Note:The windscreen wiper blades aredifferent in length. See TechnicalSpecifications (page 150). If you installwiper blades of the wrong length, the rainsensor may not work correctly.
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1.Press the locking buttons together.
2.Rotate and remove the wiper blade.
3.Install in the reverse order.
Note:Make sure that the wiper blade locksinto place.
Rear Window Wiper Blade
1.Lift the wiper arm.
2.Position the wiper blade at right anglesto the wiper arm.
3.Disengage the wiper blade from thewiper arm.
4.Remove the wiper blade.
5.Install in the reverse order.
Note:Make sure that the wiper blade locksinto place.
REMOVING A HEADLAMP
1.Open the bonnet. See Opening andClosing the Bonnet (page 134).
2.Remove the screws and push pins.
3.Lift the outer side of the headlamp todisengage it from the lower fixing point.
4.Pull the headlamp as far as possibletoward the centre of your vehicle andremove.
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