2012 Ford Fiesta Quick Reference Guide 2nd Printing - Page 2

Audio system Blind spot mirrors Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex spotter mirror in the upper corner on the outside mirrors. These mirrors help increase visibility alongside the vehicle; thereby helping you see a vehicle which may be in your blind spot. As the vehicle approaches, its image will transition from the main mirror to the blind spot mirror. Refer to your Owner's Guide for more information. (if equipped) Intelligent access (IA) keys allow you to unlock the vehicle door(s) and start the car without using a key (provided your IA key is within approximately three feet). To unlock the driver's door, simply have the IA key within range (in your pocket or purse, for example) and press the lock button on the door handle. To start the car, have the IA key within range, press the brake pedal (automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission) and press the ENGINE START/STOP button next to the steering wheel. The IA key also contains a mechanical key blade which can be used to unlock the driver door if the battery runs low in the transmitter. Simply press and hold the push buttons on the edge of the transmitter and remove the key blade. Intelligent Access Key Setting the Clock: Press the H or M buttons on the outside of the multifunction display to access the clock settings. Once you are in the clock setting, press the H or M button repeatedly until the desired number appears. Press OK to confirm and close. Menu: Press to access features such as SIRIUS® (if equipped), SYNC® media (if equipped), SYNC® Phone (if equipped), Audio menu with Sound, DSP Occupancy, DSP Equalizer and other selections. (Sound Menu): Press to access the sound menu and make adjustments to Treble, Bass, Fade (if equipped) and balance settings. SOS Post-Crash Alert System ™ Your SYNC® system has unique phone and media features which allow you to make and receive hands-free calls as well as play your media selections by artist, album, genre or similar music. You can receive Vehicle Health Reports and set up and use 911 Assist™ which can call emergency services if you have an accident. SYNC® also offers Services, (Traffic, Directions and Information) which, if activated, can provide turn-by-turn directions, access to traffic reports, sports scores and business searches. SYNC® AppLink™ allows you to connect to and use applications on your smartphone such as Pandora® via your SYNC system (provided your phone is compatible with these features).To learn more about SYNC® and to set up your profile which will allow you to use the Vehicle Health Report and the Services features, please visit www.SyncMyRide.com or refer to your Owner's Guide. (Settings icon): This icon will illuminate in your multi-function display when you are able to access and adjust vehicle settings such as changing the language, making adjustments to the lane change indicator, turning traction control on/off, setting the clock, etc. Depending on your system, this icon will illuminate green (if equipped with SYNC®) or red (if not equipped with SYNC®). To access, press MENU on your audio system and use the arrow buttons to scroll through to the desired selection. Refer to the Multifunction Display section in your Instrument Cluster chapter for more information. SYNC® (if equipped) Fuel Tank Capacity/Fuel info Your vehicle has a fuel tank capacity of 12.4 gallons (47L). Use only "Regular" gasoline with an octane rating of 87. Do not use E85 fuels because your vehicle was not designed to run on fuels with more than 10% ethanol. This system provides audible and visual alarms when a crash causes the deployment of airbags or the activation of the safety belt pretensioners. The turn signals will flash and the horn will sound. The horn and lamps will turn off when you press the hazard control button or the vehicle runs out of power. SIRIUS® satellite radio (if equipped) Knee airbag system (driver's side only) Located under the instrument panel, this system works along with the driver's front airbag to help reduce injury to the legs. The knee airbag system will deploy when the driver's airbag deploys in a collision. Ensure that you are properly seated and restrained to reduce the risk of death or serious injury. Refer to your Owner's Guide for more information. Integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) and Intelligent Access (IA) remote entry icons (if equipped) o Press  once to lock all doors. If all the doors are closed the turn signal lamps will flash twice. o Press Your vehicle may be equipped with satellite radio. SIRIUS® satellite radio broadcasts music, sports, news and entertainment programming. For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS® satellite radio channels, visit www.sirius.com in the United States, www.siriuscanada.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUS® at 1-888-539-7474. Satellite radio is only available with a valid SIRIUS® radio subscription. The recommended specifications are on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. As an added safety feature, your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure warning light when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Refer to the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter in your Owner's Guide for more information. Tire Pressure by gently pulling the top of the head restraint. Once it is in its forward-most position, tilting it forward once more will release it to the upright position. Note: Do not attempt to force the headrest backward after its tilted. Instead, continue tilting it forward until the headrest releases to the upright position. thereby giving you time to move your foot to the accelerator and pull away. This feature is activated automatically if the sensors detect that the vehicle is on a slope. AdvanceTrac stability enhancement system ® or once to unlock the driver's door. The interior lamps will illuminate and the parking lamps will flash. Press again within three seconds to unlock all doors. twice within three seconds to open the luggage compartment. Addit ional r featu Essen Fuel Economy Tips Driving style can affect fuel usage. With these tips you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy. o Drive sensibly. o Keep your tires properly inflated. o Use cruise control when you can. o Don't carry more than you need. eatur tial f Easy fuel® 'no cap' fuel system With this system, you simply open the fuel filler door, insert the nozzle and begin fueling. Wait five seconds from the time the refueling nozzle is shut-off until the nozzle is pulled back out of the fill pipe to allow residual fuel in the nozzle to drain into the tank. This system is self-sealing and therefore protected against dust, dirt, water, snow and ice. To use a portable fuel container, slowly insert the fuel funnel (located in the spare tire compartment in your trunk), and pour the fuel into the funnel. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose of it. Extra funnels can be purchased from your authorized dealer. Do not use aftermarket funnels as they will not work with the Easy Fuel® system and may cause damage. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Central locking/unlocking To lock/unlock all vehicle doors from outside the vehicle: o turn the key in the driver's side door counterclockwise to lock all doors. o turn the key clockwise once to unlock the driver's door or twice to recline adjustment Lift the control to adjust the angle of the seatback. Location of Spare Tire and Tools You will lose up to 1% in fuel economy per 100 lb (45 kg). o Observe the speed limit. Speeds unlock all doors. Your vehicle's AdvanceTrac® system is comprised of two major components traction control which helps avoid wheel spin and loss of traction and electronic stability control which helps avoid skids or lateral slides. These components work together to help you maintain stability and steerability of your vehicle during a variety of road conditions. The system activates automatically each time the engine is started and can be turned off in the vehicle settings menu. Refer to the Multifunction Display section in the Instrument Cluster chapter of your Owner's Guide. o Press Your spare tire is located in the trunk. Remove the spare and jack by turning their tie-down bolts counterclockwise. For complete details, refer to your Owner's Guide. over 70 mph (112 km/h) decrease your overall fuel economy. o Ensure that your car is properly maintained. o Check and replace your air Moonroof (if equipped) Your moonroof has a built-in sliding shade. To open your moonroof, press the rear of the SLIDE control. If the sliding shade is closed, it will open along with the moonroof. To close, press and hold the front of the SLIDE control. To vent, press the rear of the TILT control. To close from a venting position, press and hold the front of the TILT control to close the moonroof. Convenience smartphone interactive. Scan here. Folding rear seat(s) with adjustable head restraints The rear seatbacks can be folded down for more cargo space. To do this; make sure the adjustable rear head restraints are lowered and tilted forward. Press and hold the release button on the seatback and fold the seatback down. When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch into place. Pull down on the seatback to make sure it has latched. filter regularly. o Use the recommended grade es Roadside Assistance Perimeter alarm (if equipped) Turn signal control Your new Ford Fiesta comes with the assurance and support of 24-hour emergency roadside assistance. To receive roadside assistance in the United States, call 1 (800) 241-3673. In Canada, call 1 (800) 665-2006. of motor oil. o Avoid excessive idling. es When armed, the perimeter alarm system will sound the horn and flash the park/turn lamps if unauthorized entry is attempted. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) When your rear window defrost is activated, both outside mirrors will be heated to automatically remove ice, mist and fog. Push the control up or down to the first stop to activate the right or left turn signal. When changing lanes, tap the control up or down for the turn signal to flash one or three times. For information on programming the lane change indicator, refer to the Multifunction Display in the Instrument Cluster chapter of your Owner's Guide. Heated Seat cushions (if equipped) Press to activate/deactivate. facebook.com/fordfiesta twitter.com/fordfiesta accessories.ford.com fordowner.com Your vehicle's front row head restraints can be adjusted. Pull up to raise the head restraint. To lower, press the head restraint down while pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button. Tilt the head restraint forward for additional comfort Tilting Head Restraints* Hill START AssisT Hill start assist (HSA) makes it easier to pull away when your vehicle is parked on a slope without using a parking brake. When active, this feature allows your vehicle to remain stationary on a slope for up to two to three seconds after you release the brake pedal