Ford Fiesta Owners Manual

							Removing the Head Restraints
Front Head Restraint
1.Press and hold the locking button.
2.Using a suitable implement release theretaining clip.
Rear Outer Head Restraint
1.Press and hold the locking button.
2.Using a suitable implement release theretaining clip.
Rear Center Head Restraint
Press the locking buttons and remove thehead restraint.
MANUAL SEATS - VEHICLES
WITH: 3-DOOR
WARNINGS
Do not adjust the driver seat whenyour vehicle is moving. This mayresult in the loss of control of yourvehicle, serious personal injury or death.
Do not place cargo or any objectsbehind the seatback before returningit to the original position. Pull on theseatback to make sure that it has fullylatched after returning the seatback to itsoriginal position. An unlatched seat maybecome dangerous if you stop suddenly orhave a collision.
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							Moving the Seat Backward andForward
WARNING
Rock the seat backward and forwardafter releasing the lever to make surethat it is fully engaged in its catch. Aseat which is not fully engaged in its catchcould move when your vehicle is moving.This may result in the loss of control ofyour vehicle, serious personal injury ordeath.
Folding the Seatback Forward
Note:The memory function is onlyavailable on the driver seat.
1.Pull the locking lever to release theseatback.
Note:Do not hold on to the locking leverwhen moving the seat.
2.Fold the seatback fully forward.
3.Slide the seat forward.
Returning the Seatback to theSeating Position
Note:The memory function is onlyavailable on the driver seat.
Note:Make sure the seat base has beenmoved to the correct position before foldingthe seatback upright.
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							1.Push the seatback to slide the tiltedseat to the end stop (memory position)or desired seating position.
2.Fold the seatback to the uprightposition.
Adjusting the Lumbar Support
Adjusting the Height of the DriverSeat
Recline Adjustment
MANUAL SEATS
WARNING
Do not adjust the driver seat whenyour vehicle is moving. This mayresult in the loss of control of yourvehicle, serious personal injury or death.
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							Moving the Seat Backward andForward
WARNING
Rock the seat backward and forwardafter releasing the lever to make surethat it is fully engaged in its catch. Aseat which is not fully engaged in its catchcould move when your vehicle is moving.This may result in the loss of control ofyour vehicle, serious personal injury ordeath.
Adjusting the Lumbar Support (If
Equipped)
Adjusting the Height of the DriverSeat
Recline Adjustment
REAR SEATS
Folding the Seatback
WARNING
When folding the seatbacks down,take care not to get your fingerscaught between the seatback andseat frame.
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							1.Press the unlock buttons down andhold them there.
2.Push the seatback forward.
Note:Do not attempt to fold the rear seatcushion forward.
Note:Lower the head restraints. See HeadRestraints (page 88).
Unfolding the Seatback
WARNINGS
When folding the seatbacks up,make sure that the safety belts arevisible to an occupant and notcaught behind the seat.
Make sure that the seats and theseatbacks are secure and fullyengaged in their catches.
HEATED SEATS
WARNING
People who are unable to feel painto their skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinalcord injury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions,must exercise care when using the heatedseat. The heated seat may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods of time. Do not placeanything on the seat that insulates againstheat, such as a blanket or cushion. Thismay cause the heated seat to overheat.Do not puncture the seat with pins, needlesor other pointed objects. This may damagethe heating element which may cause theheated seat to overheat. An overheatedseat may cause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid is spilled on the seat. Allowthe seat to dry thoroughly.
•Operate the heated seats unless theengine is running. Doing so could drainyour vehicle battery.
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							Press the required switch once formaximum heating. Two lights willilluminate on the switch. Press the switchagain for a lower heating level. One lightwill illuminate on the switch. Press theswitch again to turn the heating offcompletely.
The heated seats will only operate withthe ignition switched on.
The heated seat will remain on until eitherthe heated seat switch or the ignition isswitched off.
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							12 Volt DC Power Point
WARNING
Do not plug optional electricalaccessories into the cigar lightersocket. Incorrect use of the lightercan cause damage not covered by yourwarranty, and can result in fire or seriousinjury.
Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 voltappliances with a maximum current ratingof 20 amps.
After you switch the ignition off the powersupply will only work for a maximum of 30minutes.Note:Do not insert objects other than anaccessory plug into the power point. Thiswill damage the outlet and blow the fuse.
Note:Do not hang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug.
Note:Do not use the power point over thevehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watt or afuse may blow.
Note:Do not use the power point foroperating a cigar lighter element.
Note:Incorrect use of the power point cancause damage not covered by yourwarranty.
Note:Always keep the power point capsclosed when not in use.
Run the engine for full capacity use of thepower point.
To prevent the battery from running out ofcharge:
•Do not use the power point longer thannecessary when the engine is notrunning.
•Do not leave devices plugged inovernight or when your vehicle isparked for extended periods.
Location
Power points may be found:
•on the center console
•on the rear of the center console.
CIGAR LIGHTER (IF EQUIPPED)
Note:Do not hold the cigar lighter elementpressed in.
Note:If you use the socket when the engineis not running, the battery may lose charge.
Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 voltappliances with a maximum current ratingof 20 amps.
Note:After you switch the ignition off thepower supply will only work for a maximumof 30 minutes.
Note:Use only Ford accessory connectorsor connectors specified for use with SAEstandard sockets.
Press the element in to use the cigarlighter. It will pop out automatically.
95Fiesta (CCN)Auxiliary Power Points 
						

							CUP HOLDERS
WARNING
Do not place hot drinks in the cupholders when your vehicle is moving.
BOTTLE HOLDER
96Fiesta (CCN)Storage Compartments 
						

							GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNINGS
Extended idling at high enginespeeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine andexhaust system, creating the risk of fire orother damage.
Do not park, idle or drive your vehicleon dry grass or other dry groundcover. The emission system heats upthe engine compartment and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire.
Do not start the engine in a closedgarage or in other enclosed areas.Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Alwaysopen the garage door before you start theengine.
If you smell exhaust fumes insideyour vehicle, have your vehiclechecked by an authorized dealerimmediately. Do not drive your vehicle ifyou smell exhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehiclemay exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approximately 5 miles(8 kilometers) after you reconnect it. Thisis because the engine management systemmust realign itself with the engine. You candisregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets allCanadian interference-causing equipmentstandard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start the engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator pedal before and duringoperation. Only use the accelerator pedalwhen you have difficulty starting theengine.
IGNITION SWITCH
0(off) - The ignition is off.
Note:When you switch the ignition off andleave your vehicle, do not leave your key inthe ignition. This could cause your vehiclebattery to lose charge.
I (accessory) - Allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio to operatewhile the engine is not running.
Note:Do not leave the ignition key in thisposition for too long to avoid your vehiclebattery losing charge.
II (on) - All electrical circuits operational.Warning lamps and indicators areilluminated.
III (start) - cranks the engine. Release thekey as soon as the engine starts.
KEYLESS STARTING
WARNINGS
The system may not function if thekey is close to metal objects orelectronic devices such as cellphones.
Always check that the steering wheellock is deactivated beforeattempting to move your vehicle.
Note:The ignition will automatically switchoff when you leave your vehicle unattended.This is to prevent your vehicle batteryrunning out of charge.
97Fiesta (CCN)Starting and Stopping the Engine 
						

							Note:A valid key must be located insideyour vehicle to switch the ignition on andstart the engine.
Ignition On
Press the button once. It is located on theinstrument panel near the steering wheel.All electrical circuits and accessories areoperational and the warning lamps andindicators will illuminate.
Starting With ManualTransmission
Note:Releasing the clutch pedal while theengine is starting will stop the enginecranking and return to ignition on.
1.Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2.Briefly press the button.
Starting With AutomaticTransmission
Note:Releasing the brake pedal while theengine is starting will stop the enginecranking and return to ignition on.
1.Move the transmission selector leverto position P or N.
2.Fully depress the brake pedal.
3.Briefly press the button.
Starting a Diesel Engine
Note:Engine cranking will not commenceuntil the engine glow plug indicator hasextinguished. This may take several secondsin extremely cold conditions.
Failure to Start
All Vehicles
The system will not function if:
•The key frequencies are jammed.
•The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, dothe following.
1.Hold the key next to the steeringcolumn exactly as shown.
2.With the key in this position you canuse the button to switch the ignition onand start your engine.
Manual Transmission
Note:Releasing the clutch pedal while theengine is starting will stop the enginecranking and return to ignition on. Amessage will be shown in the display.
If the engine does not crank when theclutch pedal has been fully depressed andthe button is pressed:
1.Fully depress both the clutch and brakepedals.
2.Press the button until the engine starts.
98Fiesta (CCN)Starting and Stopping the Engine