2015 Ford Fiesta Owner Manual Printing 2 - Page 125
2015 Ford Fiesta Manual
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Transmission MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1.6L DURATEC-16V TI-VCT (SIGMA)/1.0L ECOBOOST™ 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. 2. Fully depress the clutch pedal then start the engine. 3. Press the brake pedal and shift the gearshift 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 shift the gearshift 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 3-4 E157512 15 mph (24 km/h) 24 mph (38 km/h) 32 mph (51 km/h) 43 mph (70 km/h) 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 shift the gearshift lever to the neutral position. Reverse Note: Do not shift the gearshift 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. Shift the gearshift lever to the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before moving it to reverse. 122 Fiesta (CCT), enUSA, Second Printing