2013 FORD FIESTA Owners Manual

Introduction 8
Child Safety 16
Child seats...........................................18
Child seat positioning...................................18
Booster seats.........................................20
Installing child safety seats...............................22
Child safety locks......................................31
Safety Belts 32
Fastening the safety belts................................34
Safetybeltwarninglightandindicatorchime..................37
Safety belt-minder.....................................38
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance...................40
Personal Safety System 41
Supplementary Restraints System 42
Driver and passenger airbags.............................44
Knee airbag..........................................45
Front passenger sensing system...........................46
Side airbags..........................................50
Side curtain airbags....................................51
Crash sensors and airbag indicator.........................53
Airbag disposal........................................54
Keys and Remote Control 55
General information on radio frequencies.....................55
Remote control.......................................56
Keys...............................................56
Replacing a lost key or remote control.......................60
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Locks 61
Locking and unlocking..................................61
Locks..............................................61
Trunk release.........................................67
Interior luggage compartment release.......................68
Security 69
SecuriLockpassive anti-theft system.......................69
Steering Wheel 72
Adjusting the steering wheel..............................72
Steering wheel controls.................................73
Wipers and Washers 75
Windshield wipers.....................................75
Windshield washers....................................76
Rear-window wiper and washer............................76
Lighting 77
Lighting control.......................................77
Instrument lighting dimmer...............................77
Headlamp exit delay....................................78
Daytime running lamps..................................78
Turn signal control.....................................78
Interior lamps........................................79
Ambient lighting.......................................80
Windows and Mirrors 81
Power windows.......................................81
Exteriormirrors.......................................83
Interiormirrors .......................................84
Moonroof............................................85
Instrument Cluster 86
Gauges.............................................86
Warning lamps and indicators.............................87
Audible warnings and indicators...........................92
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Information Displays 93
Multifunction display...................................94
Trip computer........................................94
Information messages...................................95
Audio System 99
AM/FMstereowithCD.................................101
AM/FM/CD/SIRIUS Satellite Radio with SYNC.................103
Auxiliary input jack...................................108
USBport...........................................109
Satellite radio information...............................109
Climate Control 113
Manual heating and air conditioning........................113
Rear window defroster.................................116
Cabin air filter.......................................117
Seats 118
Sitting in the correct position............................118
Head restraints.......................................119
Front seats..........................................122
Heated seats........................................123
Rear seats..........................................124
Auxiliary Power Points 126
Storage Compartments 127
Center console.......................................127
Starting and Stopping the Engine 128
Ignition switch.......................................129
Keyless starting......................................129
Engine block heater...................................132
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Fuel and Refueling 134
Fuel quality.........................................135
Running out of fuel....................................136
Refueling...........................................137
Fuel consumption.....................................139
Transmission 143
Automatic transmission.................................143
Manual transmission...................................148
Hill start assist.......................................150
Brakes 152
Brakes.............................................152
Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes......................153
Parking brake........................................153
Traction Control 154
TractionControl™ ....................................154
Stability Control 155
AdvanceTrac.......................................156
Cruise Control 157
Driving Aids 159
Steering............................................159
Load Carrying 161
Vehicle loading.......................................161
Towing 167
Trailertowing........................................167
Wrecker towing......................................167
Recreational towing...................................168
Driving Hints 171
Economical driving....................................171
Floormats..........................................173
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Roadside Emergencies 175
Getting roadside assistance..............................175
Hazard warning flashers................................176
Fuel cut-off switch....................................176
Jump-starting the vehicle...............................177
Customer Assistance 180
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only).......................186
Reporting safety defects (Canada only).....................187
Fuses 188
Changing a fuse......................................188
Fuse specification chart................................189
Maintenance 196
General information...................................196
Under hood overview..................................198
Engine oil dipstick....................................199
Engine oil check......................................199
Engine coolant check..................................200
Automatic transmission fluid check........................202
Brake fluid check.....................................203
Power steering fluid check..............................203
Fuel filter...........................................203
Washer fluid check....................................204
Battery ............................................204
Checking the wiper blades..............................206
Changing the wiper blades..............................207
Air filter(s).........................................208
Adjusting the headlamps................................209
Changing a bulb......................................211
Bulb specification chart.................................218
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Vehicle Care 219
Cleaning products.....................................219
Cleaning the exterior..................................219
Waxing.............................................221
Repairing minor paint damage............................221
Cleaning the engine...................................221
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades.....................222
Cleaning the interior...................................222
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens.......223
Cleaning leather seats..................................224
Cleaning the alloy wheels...............................224
Vehicle storage.......................................225
Wheels and Tires 228
Tirecare ...........................................228
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)...................244
Changing a road wheel.................................248
Technical specifications.................................253
Wheel lug nut torque..................................253
Capacities and Specifications 254
Engine specifications..................................254
Engine drivebelt......................................254
Part numbers........................................258
Vehicle identification number............................259
Vehicle certification label...............................260
Transmission code designation............................260
Accessories 261
Accessories.........................................261
Ford Extended Service Plan 263
Scheduled Maintenance 266
Normal scheduled maintenance and log.....................271
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SYNC281
Pairing your phone for the first time.......................286
911 Assist™.........................................301
Vehicle Health Report..................................303
Appendices 328
Index 336
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you know
about it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from driving it.
WARNING:Always drive with due care and attention when
using and operating the controls and features on your vehicle.
Note:This manual describes a range of product features and options,
sometimes before they are generally available. Therefore, you may find
options in this manual that are not found on your vehicle.
Note:Some of the illustrations in this manual may be used for different
models, so they may appear different than your vehicle.. However, the
essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Note:Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable
laws and regulations.
Note:Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral
part of the vehicle.
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
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