Ford Fiesta Owners Manual

In certain situations it is advisable todisable the system, for example:
•Driving off road when objects maycover the windshield.
•Driving through a car wash facility.
You can switch the system off and on usingthe information display. See GeneralInformation (page 66).
Active City Stop Relearning Procedure
Note:When you disconnect the battery, thesystem will go through a relearningprocedure. During this time the system willnot be available.
You must drive your vehicle above 31mph(50 km/h) in a straight...

GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNINGS
Use load securing straps to anapproved standard, e.g. DIN.
Make sure that you secure all looseitems properly.
Place luggage and other loads as lowand as far forward as possible withinthe luggage or loadspace.
Do not drive with the liftgate or reardoor open. Exhaust fumes may enteryour vehicle.
Do not exceed the maximum frontand rear axle loads for your vehicle.See Vehicle Identification Plate(page 195).
Do not allow items to contact therear windows.
Note:When loading long...

LUGGAGE COVERS
WARNING
Do not place objects on the luggagecover.
Removing the Cover
131Fiesta (CCN)Load Carrying 

TOWING A TRAILER
WARNINGS
Do not exceed 62 mph (100 km/h).This could result in the loss of vehiclecontrol, serious personal injury ordeath.
The rear tire pressures must beincreased by 3 psi (0.2 bar) abovespecification. Do not exceed themaximum pressure stated on the tiresidewall. This could cause serious personalinjury. See Wheels and Tires (page 182).
Do not exceed the maximum grosstrain weight stated on your vehicleidentification plate. This could resultin the loss of vehicle control, seriouspersonal...

Note:Not all vehicles are suitable orapproved to have tow bars fitted. See anauthorized dealer for further information.
Trailer Lighting
The electrical system on your vehicle is notsuitable for towing trailers with LED lamps.
TOWING A TRAILER - 1.6L
ECOBOOST™
WARNING
Your vehicle is not approved fortrailer towing.
TOW BALL
WARNINGS
When not in use, always transportthe tow ball arm securely fastenedin the luggage compartment.
Take special care when fitting thetow ball arm as the safety of yourvehicle and...

Inserting the Tow Ball Arm
WARNING
The tow ball arm may only beinserted when completely unlocked.
Note:Pull out the plug.
1.Insert the tow ball arm vertically andpress it upwards until it engages.
Note:Do not hold your hand near thehandwheel.
Note:The green mark on the handwheelmust align with the green mark on the towball.
2.Turn the key counterclockwise andremove the key to lock the tow ball.
3.Pull the protecting cap from the keybow and press it onto the lock.
Driving With a Trailer
WARNING
If any of...

Removing the Tow Ball Arm
Note:Unhitch the trailer.
1.Remove the protecting cap. Press thecap into the key bow. Insert the key andunlock.
2.Hold the tow ball arm. Pull thehandwheel out, turn it clockwiseagainst the stop.
3.Remove the tow ball arm.
4.Release the handwheel.
When unlocked in this way, the tow ballarm can be reinserted at any time.
Driving Without a Trailer
WARNING
Never unlock the tow ball arm withthe trailer attached.
Remove the tow ball arm. Insert the pluginto its seat (1).
Maintenance...

TOWING POINTS
Front Towing Point
WARNING
The recovery hook has a left-handthread. Turn it counterclockwise toinstall it. Make sure that it is fullytightened. Failure to do so could result inthe recovery hook becoming loose.
1.Push the cover.
2.Release the cover.
3.Install the recovery hook.
The recovery hook is located in the sparewheel well.
You must carry the recovery hook in yourvehicle at all times.
Rear Towing Point
Remove the cover.
Note: If your vehicle has a tow bar, use thisto tow other...

TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS
All Vehicles
WARNINGS
You must switch the ignition on whenyour vehicle is being towed.
The brake and steering assistancewill not operate unless the engine isrunning. Press the brake pedal harderand allow for increased stopping distancesand heavier steering.
Too much tension in the tow ropecould cause damage to your vehicleor the vehicle that is towing.
Do not use a rigid tow bar on thefront towing eye.
When towing your vehicle you mustselect neutral.
Drive off slowly and...

BREAKING-IN
Tires
WARNING
New tires need to be run-in forapproximately 300 miles (500kilometers). During this time, youmay experience different drivingcharacteristics.
Brakes and Clutch
WARNING
Avoid heavy use of the brakes andclutch if possible for the first 100miles (150 kilometers) in town andfor the first 1000 miles (1500 kilometers)on freeways.
Engine
WARNING
Avoid driving too fast during the first1000 miles (1500 kilometers). Varyyour speed frequently and changeup through the gears early. Do not...