2018 FORD FIESTA heating

Under certain conditions, the engine
cooling fan may continue to run for several
minutes after you switch your vehicle off.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
WARNING: Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the cooling
system is hot. Wait 10 minutes for the
cooling system to cool down. Cover the
coolant reservoir cap with a thick cloth to
prevent the possibility of scalding and
slowly remove the cap. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury. WARNING: Do not put coolant in the
windshield washer reservoir. If sprayed on
the windshield, coolant could make it
difficult to see through the windshield. WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
personal injury, make sure the engine is
cool before unscrewing the coolant
pressure relief cap. The cooling system is
under pressure. Steam and hot liquid can
come out forcefully when you loosen the
cap slightly. WARNING:
Do not add coolant
further than the MAX mark.
When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the coolant at
the intervals listed in the scheduled
maintenance information. See Scheduled
Maintenance
(page 389).
Note: Make sure that the coolant level is
between the
MIN and MAX marks on the
coolant reservoir.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the
MAX mark. Maintain coolant concentration within
48% to 50%, which equates to a freeze
point between
-29°F (-34°C) and -35°F
(-37°C). Coolant concentration should be
checked using a refractometer. We do not
recommend the use of hydrometers or
coolant test strips for measuring coolant
concentration.
Adding Coolant WARNING:
Do not add engine
coolant when the engine is hot. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in
personal injury. WARNING:
Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the cooling
system is hot. Wait 10 minutes for the
cooling system to cool down. Cover the
coolant reservoir cap with a thick cloth to
prevent the possibility of scalding and
slowly remove the cap. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury.
Note: Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Take care not to put
engine coolant in the windshield washer
fluid reservoir or windshield washer fluid in
the engine coolant reservoir.
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets, cooling
system sealants, or non-specified additives
as they can cause damage to the engine
cooling or heating systems. Resulting
component damage may not be covered by
the vehicle Warranty.
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It is very important to use prediluted
coolant approved to the correct
specification in order to avoid plugging the
small passageways in the engine cooling
system. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 244). Do not mix
different colors or types of coolant in your
vehicle. Mixing of engine coolants or using
an incorrect coolant may harm the engine
or cooling system components and may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Note: If prediluted coolant is not available,
use the approved concentrated coolant
diluting it to 50/50 with distilled water. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
244).
Using water that has not been deionised
may contribute to deposit formation,
corrosion and plugging of the small cooling
system passageways.
Note: Coolants marketed for all makes and
models may not be approved to our
specifications and may cause damage to
the cooling system. Resulting component
damage may not be covered by the vehicle
Warranty.
If the coolant level is at or below the
minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
To top up the coolant level do the
following:
1. Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressure escapes as you unscrew the cap.
2. Add prediluted coolant approved to the correct specification. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
244
).
3. Add enough prediluted coolant to reach the correct level.
4. Replace the coolant reservoir cap, turn
it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance. 5. Check the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir the next few times you drive
your vehicle. If necessary, add enough
prediluted engine coolant to bring the
coolant level to the correct level.
If you have to add more than
1.1 qt (1 L) of
engine coolant per month, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Operating an engine with a low level of
coolant can result in engine overheating
and possible engine damage.
Note: During normal vehicle operation, the
coolant may change color from orange to
pink or light red. As long as the coolant is
clear and uncontaminated, this color change
does not indicate the coolant has degraded
nor does it require the coolant to be drained,
the system to be flushed, or the coolant to
be replaced.
In case of emergency, you can add a large
amount of water without engine coolant
in order to reach a vehicle service location.
In this instance, qualified personnel:
1. Must drain the cooling system.
2. Chemically clean the coolant system.
3. Refill with engine coolant as soon as possible.
Water alone, without engine coolant, can
cause engine damage from corrosion,
overheating or freezing.
Do not use the following as a coolant
substitute:
• Alcohol.
• Methanol.
• Brine.
• Any coolant mixed with alcohol or
methanol antifreeze.
Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine
damage from overheating or freezing.
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The air conditioning may automatically
turn on and off during severe operating
conditions to protect the engine from
overheating. When the coolant
temperature decreases to the normal
operating temperature, the air conditioning
turns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge moves
fully into the red zone, or if the coolant
temperature warning or service engine
soon messages appear in your information
display, do the following:
1. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so. Fully apply the parking brake,
shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
2. Leave the engine running until the coolant temperature gauge needle
returns to the normal position. After
several minutes, if the temperature
does not drop, follow the remaining
steps.
3. Switch the engine off and wait for it to
cool. Check the coolant level.
4. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
5. If the coolant level is normal, restart the engine and continue.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
The automatic transmission does not have
a transmission fluid dipstick.
Have an authorized dealer check and
change the transmission fluid at the
correct service interval. See Scheduled
Maintenance (page 389). Your
transmission does not consume fluid.
However, if the transmission slips, shifts
slowly or if you notice a sign of leaking
fluid, contact an authorized dealer. Do not use supplemental transmission
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning
agents. The use of these materials may
affect transmission operation and result
in damage to internal transmission
components.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
WARNING:
Do not use any fluid
other than the recommended brake fluid
as this will reduce brake efficiency. Use of
incorrect fluid could result in the loss of
vehicle control, serious personal injury or
death. WARNING: Only use brake fluid from
a sealed container. Contamination with
dirt, water, petroleum products or other
materials may result in brake system
damage or failure. Failure to adhere to this
warning could result in the loss of vehicle
control, serious personal injury or death. WARNING: Do not allow the fluid to
touch your skin or eyes. If this happens,
rinse the affected areas immediately with
plenty of water and contact your physician. WARNING: A fluid level between the
MAX
and MIN lines is within the normal
operating range and there is no need to
add fluid. A fluid level not in the normal
operating range could compromise the
performance of the system. Have your
vehicle checked immediately.
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Sometimes irregular tire wear can
be corrected by rotating the tires.
USING SUMMER TIRES
Summer tires provide superior
performance on wet and dry roads.
Summer tires do not have the Mud and
Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on
the tire side wall. Since summer tires do
not have the same traction performance
as All-season or Snow tires, we do not
recommend using summer tires when
temperatures drop to about 45°F (7°C) or
below (depending on tire wear and
environmental conditions) or in snow and
ice conditions. Like any tire, summer tire
performance is affected by tire wear and
environmental conditions. If you must drive
in those conditions, we recommend using
Mud and Snow (M+S, M/S), All-season or
Snow tires.
Always store your summer tires indoors at
temperatures above 19°F (-7°C). The
rubber compounds used in these tires lose
flexibility and may develop surface cracks
in the tread area at temperatures below
19°F (-7°C)
. If the tires have been
subjected to 19°F (-7°C) or less, warm
them in a heated space to at least 41°F
(5°C) for at least 24 hours before installing
them on a vehicle, or moving the vehicle
with the tires installed, or checking tire
inflation. Do not place tires near heaters
or heating devices used to warm the room
where the tires are stored. Do not apply
heat or blow heated air directly on the tires.
Always inspect the tires after storage
periods and before use. USING WINTER TIRES WARNING:
When you use winter
tires on your vehicle, you must make sure
that you use the correct lug nuts.
If winter tires are used, you must make sure
that you use the correct tire pressures.
USING SNOW CHAINS WARNING:
Your vehicle is not
approved for use with snow chains.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM WARNING:
The tire pressure
monitoring system is not a substitute for
manually checking tire pressures. You
should periodically check tire pressures
using a pressure gauge. Failure to correctly
maintain tire pressures could increase the
risk of tire failure, loss of control, vehicle
rollover and personal injury.
Note: You should only use tire sealants in
roadside emergencies as they may cause
damage to the tire pressure monitoring
system sensor.
Note: If the tire pressure monitoring system
sensor becomes damaged, it may not
function.
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Ford Motor Company has recommended
maintenance intervals for various parts
and component systems based upon
engineering testing. Ford Motor Company
relies upon this testing to determine the
most appropriate mileage for replacement
of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you and
recommends against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured
replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the Ford
Workshop Manual list the recommended
additives and chemicals for your vehicle.
We do not recommend using chemicals or
additives not approved by us as part of
your vehicle
’s normal maintenance. Please
consult your warranty information. Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle
’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals. Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
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Sources..................................................................
334
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................. 342
USB Ports............................................................. 342
Environment......................................................14
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Exterior Mirrors................................................76
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors............................... 76
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors........................... 76
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 76
F
Fan See: Engine Cooling Fan................................... 187
Fastening the Seatbelts
..............................29
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 30
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................29
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 239
Floor Mats.......................................................159
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps......................................... 72
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
US Only...................................................................... 11
Ford Protect
...................................................387
Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY).......................................... 388
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only).................................................................. 387
Front Fog Lamps.............................................72
Front Parking Aid..........................................140 Sensing System Audible Warnings...............141
Switching the Parking Aid System Off........141
Front Passenger Sensing System
............38
Front Wiper Blades See: Changing the Front Wiper Blades.......195
Fuel and Refueling........................................115
Fuel Consumption.......................................120 Calculating Fuel Economy................................ 121
Filling the Fuel Tank............................................ 121
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.........................116
Fuel Quality......................................................115 Choosing the Right Fuel.................................... 115
Fuel Shutoff.....................................................161
Fuses..................................................................172 Fuse Specification Chart............................172
Engine Compartment Fuse Box..................... 172
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box.............176
G
Gauges................................................................79 Compass (If Equipped)...................................... 79
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............79
Fuel Gauge............................................................. 80
Low Fuel Reminder............................................. 80
Gearbox See: Transmission.............................................. 126
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................45
Intelligent Access................................................. 45
General Maintenance Information.......389 Multi-Point Inspection...................................... 391
Owner Checks and Services......................... 390
Protecting Your Investment.......................... 389
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 389
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 389
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................168
Getting the Services You Need...............165 Away From Home............................................... 165
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake.............................................. 133
Hazard Flashers.............................................161
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 196
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................72
Headlamp Removal See: Removing a Headlamp........................... 197
Headrest See: Head Restraints.......................................... 101
Head Restraints.............................................101 Adjusting the Head Restraint......................... 102
Heated Seats
.................................................105
Heated Windows and Mirrors...................99 Heated Exterior Mirrors.................................... 100
Heated Windows................................................. 99
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 94
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Hill Start Assist..............................................133
Switching the System On and Off...............134
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 134
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate...........................................................96
Cooling the Interior Quickly.............................. 98
General Hints......................................................... 96
Heating the Interior Quickly.............................. 97
Maximum Cooling Performance in Instrument Panel or Instrument Panel
and Footwell Positions................................. 99
Recommended Settings for Cooling ...........98
Recommended Settings for Heating...........98
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather.............................................................. 99
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High Ambient
Temperatures................................................... 99
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.............................................................133
Home Screen.................................................325
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........182
I
Ignition Switch................................................110
In California (U.S. Only).............................166
Information Displays
....................................84
General Information........................................... 84
Information Messages
.................................86
Installing Child Restraints............................16
Child Restraints...................................................... 16
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 17
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)............................................. 19
Using Tether Straps.............................................. 21
Instrument Cluster
.........................................79
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................72
Interior Lamps
..................................................73
Front Interior Lamps............................................ 73
Rear Interior Lamps............................................. 73
Interior Luggage Compartment Release.............................................................61
Interior Mirror....................................................77 Automatic Dimming Mirror................................ 77
Manual Dimming Mirror...................................... 77
Introduction.........................................................7 J
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................162
Connecting the Jumper Cables..................... 162
Jump Starting....................................................... 163
Preparing Your Vehicle...................................... 162
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 163
K
Keyless Entry
....................................................59
Disabled Keys........................................................ 60
General Information............................................ 59
Locking and Unlocking the Doors With the Key Blade............................................................. 61
Locking Your Vehicle........................................... 59
Passive Key............................................................. 59
Unlocking Your Vehicle...................................... 60
Keyless Starting
...............................................111
Failure to Start....................................................... 111
Ignition On............................................................... 111
Starting with Automatic Transmission.........111
Starting with Manual Transmission...............111
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving................................................................. 112
Stopping the Engine with Your Vehicle Stationary.......................................................... 112
Keys and Remote Controls.........................45
L
Lighting Control..............................................70 Headlamp Flasher................................................. 71
High Beams.............................................................. 71
Lighting Control Positions................................. 70
Parking Lamps....................................................... 70
Lighting..............................................................70 General Information............................................ 70
Load Carrying
.................................................148
Load Limit.......................................................149
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles............................................................. 154
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer................................................................. 149
Locking and Unlocking.................................55 Auto Lock Feature................................................ 56
Automatic Re-locking......................................... 55
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