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Transmission Hints on Driving with an Automatic Transmission WARNINGS Do not apply the brake and accelerator pedals simultaneously for more than three seconds as this limits engine rpm and labors the transmission. This may make it difficult to maintain speeds in traffic and lead to an accident or injury. Do not idle the engine for long periods of time in D with the brakes applied. This could damage the transmission and may lead to an accident or injury. Note: The system carries out a series of checks when you switch the ignition on and off. You may hear clicking sounds. This is normal. Moving off Press the brake pedal to apply the brakes. 2. Move the transmission selector lever to R, D or S. 3. Release the parking brake. 4. Release the brake pedal and press the accelerator pedal. Stopping 1. Release the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Move the transmission selector lever to N or P. 1. Downshift Press the accelerator pedal fully with the transmission selector lever in either D, S mode or manual shifting position to select a lower gear for optimum performance. Release the accelerator pedal when you no longer require downshift. If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out by shifting between D and R, stopping between shifts in a steady pattern. Press the accelerator lightly in each gear. Note: Do not rock your vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature as this can damage the transmission. Note: Do not rock your vehicle for more than a minute as this can damage the transmission or the tires and the engine may overheat. Emergency Park Position Release Lever WARNINGS Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brake lamps are working. Failure to adhere to warning indicators may lead to an accident or injury. If you release the parking brake and the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working correctly. Have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Failure to adhere to warning lamps and indicators may lead to an accident or injury. Use the emergency P position release lever to move the transmission selector lever from the P position in the event of a malfunction or if your vehicle battery has no charge. 127 Fiesta (CCT), enUSA, Second Printing

Section	Page
Copyright ©	2
Introduction	10
About This Manual	10
Symbols Glossary	10
Data Recording	12
California Proposition 65	14
Perchlorate	14
Ford Credit	14
Replacement Parts Recommendation	14
Special Notices	15
Mobile Communications Equipment	15
Export Unique Options	15
Child Safety	16
General Information	16
Installing Child Seats	17
Booster Seats	23
Child Seat Positioning	25
Child Safety Locks	27
Safety Belts	29
Principle of Operation	29
Fastening the Safety Belts	30
Safety Belt Height Adjustment	32
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime	33
Safety Belt Minder	33
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance	35
Personal Safety System™	36
Personal Safety System™	36
Supplementary Restraints System	37
Principle of Operation	37
Driver and Passenger Airbags	38
Front Passenger Sensing System	39
Side Airbags	41
Driver Knee Airbag	42
Side Curtain Airbags	42
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator	44
Airbag Disposal	44
Keys and Remote Controls	45
General Information on Radio Frequencies	45
Remote Control	45
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control	49
MyKey™	50
Principle of Operation	50
Creating a MyKey	50
Clearing All MyKeys	51
Checking MyKey System Status	52
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems	52
MyKey Troubleshooting	52
Locks	54
Locking and Unlocking	54
Manual Liftgate	57
Keyless Entry	58
Interior Luggage Compartment Release	60
Security	61
Passive Anti-Theft System	61
Anti-Theft Alarm	62
Steering Wheel	64
Adjusting the Steering Wheel	64
Audio Control	64
Voice Control	65
Cruise Control	65
Wipers and Washers	66
Windshield Wipers	66
Windshield Washers	66
Rear Window Wiper and Washers	67
Lighting	68
General Information	68
Lighting Control	68
Autolamps	69
Instrument Lighting Dimmer	70
Headlamp Exit Delay	70
Daytime Running Lamps	70
Front Fog Lamps	70
Direction Indicators	71
Interior Lamps	71
Ambient Lighting	72
Windows and Mirrors	73
Power Windows	73
Global Opening and Closing	74
Exterior Mirrors	75
Interior Mirror	76
Moonroof	77
Instrument Cluster	78
Gauges	78
Warning Lamps and Indicators	79
Warning Lamps and Indicators	82
Audible Warnings and Indicators	85
Information Displays	86
General Information	86
Clock	89
Trip Computer	89
Personalized Settings	90
Information Messages	90
Climate Control	98
Principle of Operation	98
Air Vents	98
Manual Climate Control	99
Automatic Climate Control	100
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate	101
Heated Windows and Mirrors	104
Cabin Air Filter	104
Seats	106
Sitting in the Correct Position	106
Head Restraints	106
Manual Seats	108
Rear Seats	109
Heated Seats	110
Auxiliary Power Points	112
Auxiliary Power Points	112
Cigar Lighter	112
Storage Compartments	113
Cup Holders	113
Starting and Stopping the Engine	114
General Information	114
Ignition Switch	114
Keyless Starting	114
Starting a Gasoline Engine	116
Switching Off the Engine	117
Engine Block Heater	117
Fuel and Refueling	119
Safety Precautions	119
Fuel Quality	120
Refueling	120
Fuel Consumption	122
Emission Control System	122
Transmission	125
Manual Transmission	125
Manual Transmission	126
Automatic Transmission	127
Hill Start Assist	131
Brakes	133
General Information	133
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes	133
Parking Brake	134
Traction Control	135
Principle of Operation	135
Using Traction Control	135
Stability Control	136
Principle of Operation	136
Using Stability Control	137
Using Stability Control	137
Parking Aids	138
Principle of Operation	138
Parking Aid	138
Rear View Camera	140
Cruise Control	142
Principle of Operation	142
Using Cruise Control	142
Driving Aids	144
Steering	144
Load Carrying	145
General Information	145
Rear Under Floor Storage	145
Cargo Nets	146
Luggage Covers	146
Load Limit	146
Towing	154
Towing a Trailer	154
Transporting the Vehicle	154
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels	154
Driving Hints	157
Breaking-In	157
Economical Driving	157
Cold Weather Precautions	158
Driving Through Water	158
Floor Mats	158
Roadside Emergencies	160
Roadside Assistance	160
Hazard Warning Flashers	161
Fuel Shutoff	161
Jump Starting the Vehicle	162
Customer Assistance	165
Getting the Services You Need	165
In California (U.S. Only)	166
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)	167
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)	167
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada	168
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature	169
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)	169
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)	170
Fuses	171
Fuse Specification Chart	171
Changing a Fuse	179
Maintenance	180
General Information	180
Opening and Closing the Hood	180
Under Hood Overview	182
Under Hood Overview	183
Under Hood Overview	184
Engine Oil Dipstick	185
Engine Oil Dipstick	185
Engine Oil Dipstick	185
Engine Oil Check	185
Oil Change Indicator Reset	186
Engine Coolant Check	186
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check	188
Brake Fluid Check	189
Power Steering Fluid Check	189
Washer Fluid Check	189
Fuel Filter	189
Changing the 12V Battery	189
Checking the Wiper Blades	189
Changing the Wiper Blades	189
Adjusting the Headlamps	190
Removing a Headlamp	191
Changing a Bulb	192
Changing a Bulb	197
Bulb Specification Chart	201
Changing the Engine Air Filter	202
Technical Specifications	203
Technical Specifications	206
Technical Specifications	209
Vehicle Care	213
Cleaning Products	213
Cleaning the Exterior	213
Waxing	214
Cleaning the Engine	214
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades	215
Cleaning the Interior	215
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens	215
Cleaning Leather Seats	216
Repairing Minor Paint Damage	217
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels	217
Vehicle Storage	217
Wheels and Tires	220
General Information	220
Tire Care	220
Using Winter Tires	235
Using Snow Chains	235
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	235
Changing a Road Wheel	239
Technical Specifications	243
Capacities and Specifications	244
Engine Specifications	244
Motorcraft Parts	245
Vehicle Identification Number	246
Vehicle Certification Label	246
Transmission Code Designation	247
Audio System	248
General Information	248
Audio Unit	249
Audio Unit	253
Audio Unit	257
Audio Unit	258
Digital Radio	260
Satellite Radio	262
Audio Input Jack	265
USB Port	266
Media Hub	266
Audio Troubleshooting	266
SYNC™	267
General Information	267
Using Voice Recognition	269
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone	271
SYNC™ Applications and Services	282
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player	289
SYNC™ Troubleshooting	299
MyFord Touch™	309
General Information	309
Settings	317
Entertainment	330
Phone	348
Information	355
Navigation	365
MyFord Touch™ Troubleshooting	373
Accessories	380
Accessories	380
Appendices	382
End User License Agreement	382
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	397
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	397
Scheduled Maintenance	399
General Maintenance Information	399
Normal Scheduled Maintenance	402
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance	405

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Hints on Driving with an Automatic

Transmission

WARNINGS

Do not apply the brake and

accelerator pedals simultaneously

for more than three seconds as this

limits engine rpm and labors the

transmission. This may make it difficult to

maintain speeds in traffic and lead to an

accident or injury.

Do not idle the engine for long

periods of time in

with the brakes

applied. This could damage the

transmission and may lead to an accident

or injury.

Note:

The system carries out a series of

checks when you switch the ignition on and

off. You may hear clicking sounds. This is

normal.

Moving off

Press the brake pedal to apply the

brakes.

Move the transmission selector lever

Release the parking brake.

Release the brake pedal and press the

accelerator pedal.

Stopping

Release the accelerator pedal and

press the brake pedal.

Apply the parking brake.

Move the transmission selector lever

Downshift

Press the accelerator pedal fully with the

transmission selector lever in either

mode or manual shifting position to select

a lower gear for optimum performance.

Release the accelerator pedal when you

no longer require downshift.

If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or

Snow

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow,

it may be rocked out by shifting between

and

, stopping between shifts in a

steady pattern. Press the accelerator

lightly in each gear.

Note:

Do not rock your vehicle if the engine

is not at normal operating temperature as

this can damage the transmission.

Note:

Do not rock your vehicle for more

than a minute as this can damage the

transmission or the tires and the engine may

overheat.

Emergency Park Position Release

Lever

WARNINGS

Do not drive your vehicle until you

verify that the brake lamps are

working. Failure to adhere to warning

indicators may lead to an accident or injury.

If you release the parking brake and

the brake warning lamp remains

illuminated the brakes may not be

working correctly. Have your vehicle

checked by an authorized dealer as soon

as possible. Failure to adhere to warning

lamps and indicators may lead to an

accident or injury.

Use the emergency

position release lever

to move the transmission selector lever

from the

position in the event of a

malfunction or if your vehicle battery has

no charge.

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Fiesta (CCT), enUSA, Second Printing

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