2014 Ford Fiesta Owner Manual Printing 2 - Page 129

Transmission MANUAL TRANSMISSION Using the Clutch Note: Failure to fully depress the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission. Note: Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These actions will reduce the life of the clutch and could nullify a clutch warranty claim. 3. Press the brake pedal and move the transmission selector lever to first or reverse gear. 4. Release the parking brake and slowly release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator. During each shift, make sure you fully depress the clutch pedal. Recommended Shift Speeds Note: Do not move the transmission selector lever to first gear when your vehicle is moving faster than 15 mph (24 km/h). This will damage the clutch. We recommend you change gear according to the following guide to achieve the best fuel economy for your vehicle. Shift from Recommended speed 1-2 2-3 E157512 15 mph (24 km/h) 24 mph (38 km/h) 32 mph (51 km/h) 43 mph (70 km/h) 3-4 4-5 Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. Starting Your Vehicle WARNING Make sure the floor mat is positioned correctly so that it does not interfere with the full extension of the clutch pedal. 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set and move the transmission selector lever to the neutral position. 2. Fully depress the clutch pedal then start the engine. Reverse Note: Do not move the transmission selector lever to reverse gear when your vehicle is moving. This can cause damage to the transmission. 1. Fully depress the clutch pedal to disengage clutch. 2. Move the transmission selector lever to the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before moving it to reverse. 126 Fiesta (CCT) Vehicles Built From: 01-04-2013, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013