Ford Fiesta 2010 User Manual

FordFiesta		Feel the difference
Owner'shandbook

The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest of development the right is reserved to change specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice and without incurring any obligations. This publication, or part thereof, may not be reproduced nor translated without our approval. Errors and omissions excepted.

© Ford Motor Company 2009

All rights reserved.

Part number: 9V2J-19A321-ADA (CG3545en) 08/2009 20090911091511

Table of contents

Introduction
About this handbook................................	5
Symbols glossary......................................	5
Parts and accessories..............................	5

Alarm
Principle of operation	..............................36
Arming the alarm.....................................	36
Disarming the alarm................................	36

Quick start
Quick start..................................................	8
Child safety
Child seats.................................................	17
Child seat positioning..............................	18
Booster cushions....................................	20
ISOFIX anchor points...............................	21
Child safety locks....................................	22
Occupant protection
Principle of operation..............................	23
Fastening the seat belts........................	25
Seat belt height adjustment..................	26
Seat belt reminder..................................	26
Using seat belts during pregnancy......	26
Disabling the passenger airbag............	26
Keys and remote controls
General information on radio
frequencies..........................................	28
Programming the remote control........	28
Changing the remote control
battery...................................................	28
Locks
Locking and unlocking...........................	30
Keyless entry...........................................	32
Engine immobiliser
Principle of operation..............................	35
Coded keys.............................................	35
Arming the engine immobiliser.............	35
Disarming the engine immobiliser........	35

Steering wheel
Adjusting the steering wheel.................	37
Audio control............................................	37
Voice control............................................	38
Wipers and washers
Windscreen wipers.................................	39
Windscreen washers.............................	40
Rear window wiper and washers.........	41
Adjusting the windscreen washer
jets.........................................................	42
Checking the wiper blades...................	42
Changing the wiper blades...................	42
Lighting
Lighting control........................................	44
Autolamps................................................	45
Front fog lamps.......................................	45
Rear fog lamps........................................	45
Headlamp levelling..................................	45
Hazard warning flashers........................	46
Direction indicators.................................	46
Interior lamps...........................................	46
Removing a headlamp...........................	47
Changing a bulb......................................	47
Bulb specification chart..........................	52
Windows and mirrors
Electric windows.....................................	53
Exterior mirrors........................................	54
Electric exterior mirrors..........................	54
Auto-dimming mirror..............................	55

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Instruments
Gauges.....................................................	56
Warning lamps and indicators..............	56
Audible warnings and indicators..........	59
Information displays
General information.................................	61
Trip computer..........................................	65
Personalised settings.............................	65
Information messages...........................	66
Climate control
Principle of operation..............................	70
Air vents....................................................	70
Manual climate control............................	71
Automatic climate control......................	73
Heated windows and mirrors................	75
Seats
Sitting in the correct position.................	76
Head restraints........................................	76
Manual seats............................................	77
Rear seats................................................	78
Heated seats...........................................	78

Keyless starting.......................................	84
Steering wheel lock................................	85
Starting a petrol engine..........................	85
Starting a diesel engine..........................	86
Diesel particulate filter (DPF)..................	87
Fuel and refuelling
Safety precautions..................................	88
Fuel quality - Petrol.................................	88
Fuel quality - Diesel.................................	88
Fuel filler flap.............................................	88
Catalytic converter..................................	89
Refuelling..................................................	89
Fuel consumption...................................	89
Technical specifications.........................	90
Transmission
Manual transmission...............................	91
Automatic transmission..........................	91
Brakes
Principle of operation..............................	94
Hints on driving with ABS.......................	94
Parking brake...........................................	94

Convenience features
Sun visors.................................................	80
Clock.........................................................	80
Cup holders.............................................	80
Cigar lighter..............................................	80
Storage compartments.........................	80
Map pockets............................................	81
Toll reader..................................................	81
Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket..............	82
USB port...................................................	82
Satellite navigation unit holder..............	82
Starting the engine
General information................................	84

Stability control
Principle of operation..............................	95
Using stability control..............................	95
Parking aid
Principle of operation..............................	96
Using the parking aid - Vehicles With:
Rear Parking Aid..................................	96
Using the parking aid - Vehicles With:
Front and Rear Parking Aid................	97
Cruise control
Principle of operation..............................	98
Using cruise control................................	98

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Load carrying
General information..............................	100
Luggage covers....................................	100
Roof racks and load carriers...............	100
Towing
Towing a trailer........................................	101
Detachable tow ball...............................	101
Driving hints
Running-in..............................................	105
Cold weather precautions...................	105
Driving through water...........................	105
Emergency equipment
First aid kit...............................................	106
Warning triangle.....................................	106
Fuses
Fuse box locations................................	107
Changing a fuse.....................................	107
Fuse specification chart.......................	108
Vehicle recovery
Towing points..........................................	115
Towing the vehicle on four wheels......	115
Maintenance
General information...............................	117
Opening and closing the bonnet.........	117
Engine compartment overview - 1.25L
Duratec-16V (Sigma)/1.4L
Duratec-16V (Sigma)..........................	119
Engine compartment overview - 1.6L
Duratec-16V Ti-VCT (Sigma)............	120
Engine compartment overview - 1.4L
Duratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel................	121
Engine compartment overview - 1.6L
Duratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel...............	123

Engine oil dipstick - 1.25L Duratec-16V
(Sigma)/1.4L Duratec-16V
(Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT
(Sigma)................................................	124
Engine oil dipstick - 1.4L Duratorq-TDCi
(DV) Diesel/1.6L Duratorq-TDCi (DV)
Diesel...................................................	124
Engine oil check.....................................	124
Engine coolant check...........................	125
Washer fluid check................................	125
Brake and clutch fluid check...............	125
Technical specifications........................	126
Vehicle care
Cleaning the exterior............................	129
Cleaning the interior..............................	129
Repairing minor paint damage............	130
Vehicle battery
Using booster cables.............................	131
Battery connection points...................	132
Wheels and tyres
General information..............................	133
Changing a road wheel........................	133
Tyre repair kit..........................................	138
Tyre care..................................................	141
Using winter tyres..................................	142
Using snow chains................................	142
Technical specifications........................	142
Vehicle identification
Vehicle identification plate....................	146
Vehicle identification number (VIN).....	146
Technical specifications
Technical specifications........................	147
Audio unit overview
Audio unit overview................................	151

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Audio system security
Security code.........................................	155
Audio unit operation
On/off control.........................................	156
Bass/treble control................................	156
Balance/fade control............................	156
Waveband button.................................	156
Station tuning control............................	156
Station preset buttons..........................	157
Autostore control...................................	157
Traffic information control.....................	157
Audio unit menus
Automatic volume control....................	159
Regional mode (REG)...........................	159
Alternative frequencies.........................	159
News broadcasts..................................	160
Compact disc player
Compact disc playback........................	161
Track selection........................................	161
Fast forward/reverse.............................	161
Shuffle/random.......................................	161
Repeat compact disc tracks................	161
Compact disc track scanning.............	162
MP3 file playback..................................	162
MP3 display options..............................	164
Ending compact disc playback...........	164
Auxiliary input (AUX IN)
socket
Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket............	165
Audio troubleshooting
Audio troubleshooting..........................	166
Telephone
General information...............................	167

Telephone setup....................................	167
Bluetooth setup.....................................	168
Telephone controls...............................	168
Using the telephone..............................	169
Voice control
Principle of operation.............................	171
Using voice control.................................	171
Audio unit commands...........................	172
Telephone commands.........................	180
Climate control commands.................	184
Connectivity
General information...............................	187
Connecting an external device...........	188
Using a USB device...............................	188
Using an iPod.........................................	189
Navigation introduction
Road Safety.............................................	191
Navigation system
Getting started.......................................	192
Appendices
Type approvals......................................	194
Type approvals......................................	194
Type approvals......................................	194
Electromagnetic compatibility.............	195

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Introduction

ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK

Symbols on your vehicle

Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to get to know your vehicle by reading this handbook.Themorethatyouknowabout it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from driving it.

WARNING

Always drive with due care and attention when using and operating the controls and features on your

vehicle.

Note: This handbook describes product features and options available throughout the range, sometimes even before they are generally available. It may describe options not fitted to your vehicle.

Note: Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable laws and regulations.

Note: Pass on this handbook when selling your vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

SYMBOLS GLOSSARY

Symbols in this handbook

WARNING

You risk death or serious injury to yourself and others if you do not follow the instructions highlighted

by the warning symbol.

CAUTION

You risk damaging your vehicle if you do not follow the instructions highlighted by the caution symbol.

When you see these symbols, read and follow the relevant instructions in this handbook before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Now you can be sure that your Ford parts are Ford parts

Your Ford has been built to the highest standards using high quality Ford Original Parts. As a result, you can enjoy driving it for many years.

Should the unexpected occur and a major partneedsreplacing,werecommendthat you accept nothing less than Ford Original Parts.

The use of Ford Original Parts ensures that your vehicle is repaired to its pre-accident condition and maintains its maximum residual value.

Ford Original Parts match Ford's stringent safety requirements and high standards of fit, finish and reliability. Quite simply, they represent the best overall repair value, including parts and labour costs.

Now it is easier to tell if you have really been given Ford Original Parts. The Ford logo is clearly visible on the following parts if they are Ford Original Parts. If your vehicle has to be repaired, look for the clearly visible Ford branding and make sure that only Ford Original Parts have been used.

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Introduction

Look for the Ford logo on the following parts

Sheet metal

•Bonnet

•Wing

• Doors

• Luggage compartment lid

E102436

Exterior mirror

E102435

Bumper and radiator grille

•Radiator grille

•	Front and rear bumper	E102437

Glass

• Rear window

• Side glass

• Windscreen

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Introduction

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Lighting

•Rear lamps

•Headlamp

E102438

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Quick start

QUICK START

Instrument panel overview

Left-hand drive

A B C D E F G H

S R Q P O N M L K J I

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Quick start

Right-hand drive

H G F B D C E A

I J L K Q O P M N R S

E102559

AAir vents. See Air vents (page 70).

BMulti-function lever: Direction indicators. See Direction indicators (page 46). Main beam. See Lighting control (page 44). See Voice control (page 38). See Trip computer (page 65).

CInstrument cluster. See Gauges (page 56). See Warning lamps and indicators (page 56).

DStart button. See Keyless starting (page 84).

E Wiper lever. See Wipers and washers (page 39).

FMulti functional display.

GAudio unit. See Audio unit overview (page 151).

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HDoor lock button. See Locking and unlocking (page 30).

I Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard warning flashers (page 46).

JClimate controls. See Climate control (page 70).

KCard holder. or Parking aid warning lamp or switch. See Parking aid (page 96).

LCard holder. or Passenger airbag deactivation warning lamp. See Disabling the passenger airbag (page 26).

MIgnition switch.

NCruise control. See Using cruise control (page 98).

OHorn.

P Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjustingthesteeringwheel (page 37).

QAudio control. See Audio control (page 37).

RBonnet release lever. See Opening and closing the bonnet (page 117).

SLighting control. See Lighting control (page 44). Front fog lamps. See Front fog lamps (page 45). Rear fog lamp. See Rear fog lamps (page 45).

Locking and unlocking

Unlocking the vehicle

A

B

C

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AUnlock

BLock

CLuggage compartment lid unlock

Press the unlock button once to unlock the vehicle. See Programming the remote control (page 28).

Press the lock button once to activate central locking.

Press the lock button twice within three seconds to activate double locking.

Presstheluggagecompartmentlidunlock button twice within three seconds to unlock the luggage compartment.

See Locking and unlocking (page 30).

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Quick start

Keyless entry

Unlocking the vehicle

E78276

Passive locking and unlocking requires a valid passive key to be located within one of the three external detection ranges.

Locking the vehicle

E87384

Locking buttons are located on each of the front doors.

Press a locking button once.

E87384

Press a locking button once.

See Keyless entry (page 32).

Keyless starting

E85766

Press the start button once.

Starting with automatic transmission

Note: Releasing the brake pedal during engine start will stop the engine cranking and return to ignition on.

1.Make sure the transmission is in P or

N.

2.Fully depress the brake pedal.

3.Briefly press the start button.

Starting with manual transmission

Note: Releasing the clutch pedal during engine start will stop the engine cranking and return to ignition on.

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Quick start

1.Fully depress the clutch pedal.

2.Briefly press the start button.

See Keyless starting (page 84).

Adjusting the steering wheel

WARNING

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

2

2

1

E95178

WARNING

Make sure that you fully engage the locking lever when returning it to its original position.

3

E95179

See Adjusting the steering wheel

(page 37).

Manual climate control

Recommendedsettingsforcooling

E112145

Open the centre and side air vents.

Direct the centre air vents upwards and the side air vents toward the side windows.

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Quick start

Recommendedsettingsforheating Recommendedsettingsforheating

E112146

Close the centre air vents and open the side air vents.

Direct the side air vents toward the side windows.

See Manual climate control (page 71).

Automatic climate control

Recommendedsettingsforcooling

E112147

Set the temperature to 22°C (72°F).

Open the centre and side air vents.

Direct the centre air vents upwards and the side air vents toward the side windows.

E112148

Set the temperature to 22°C (72°F).

Open the centre and side air vents.

Direct the centre air vents upwards and the side air vents toward the side windows.

See Automatic climate control

(page 73).

Autolamps

E70719

The headlamps will come on and go off automatically depending on the ambient light.

See Lighting control (page 44).

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Quick start

Direction indicators

Airbag

E102016

If the lever is tapped up or down, the direction indicators will flash three times.

See Direction indicators (page 46).

Autowipers

B

E102034

Move the lever up one position.

The rain sensor will continuously measure the amount of water on the windscreen and adjust the speed of the front wipers automatically.

Adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor using the rotary control.

See Windscreen wipers (page 39).

E69213

WARNING

To avoid the risk of death or serious injury, never use a rearward facing child restraint in the front, unless the

air bag is off.

See Child safety (page 17).

See Disabling the passenger airbag (page 26).

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Quick start

Manual seats

Folding the seatback forwards - 3-door

1

2

3

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1.Pull the locking lever to release the seatback.

Note: Do not hold the locking lever.

2.Push the seatback forwards to lock it in the folded position.

3.Continue to push the seatback to slide the seat forwards.

Returning the seatback to the seating position - 3-door

2

3

1

E112676

WARNING

Do not place any objects behind the seatback which could prevent the engagement of the seat lock.

1.Slide the seat backwards to the end stop (memory position) or desired forward seating position.

Note: The memory function is only available on the driver's seat.

2.Pull the locking lever to release the seatback.

3.Unfold the seatback until it locks with a distinct click.

See Manual seats (page 77).

Fuel filler flap

WARNINGS

Take care when refuelling to avoid spilling any residual fuel from the fuel pipe nozzle.

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WARNINGS

We recommend that you wait at least 10 seconds before removing the fuel pipe nozzle to allow any

residual fuel to drain into the fuel tank.

E103203

Press the flap to open it. Open the flap fully until it engages.

When you insert the fuel pipe nozzle, a spring loaded inhibitor will open if the correct size nozzle is detected. This will prevent filling up with the wrong fuel.

E107539

Insert the fuel pipe nozzle up to the first notch on the nozzle, and keep it in position on the fuel filler opening.

See Fuel filler flap (page 88).

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Child safety

CHILD SEATS	Only child restraints certified to
	ECE-R44.03 (or later) have been tested
	and approved for use in your vehicle. A
	choice of these are available from your
	Dealer.
	Child restraints for different
	mass groups
	Use the correct child restraint as follows:
	Baby safety seat

E68916

WARNINGS

Secure children that are less than 150 centimetres tall or less than 12 years of age in a suitable, approved

child restraint, in the rear seat.

Original text according to ECE R94.01: ExtremeHazard!Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on

a seat protected by an air bag in front of it!

Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions when you are fitting a child restraint.

Do not modify child restraints in any way.

Do not hold a child on your lap when the vehicle is moving.

Do not leave unattended children in your vehicle.

If your vehicle has been involved in an accident, have the child restraints checked by properly trained

technicians.

Note: Mandatory use of child restraints varies from country to country.

E68918

Secure children that weigh less than 13 kilograms in a rearward facing baby safety seat (Group 0+) in the rear seat.

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Child safety seat

E68920

Secure children that weigh between 13 and 18 kilograms in a child safety seat (Group 1) in the rear seat.

CHILD SEAT POSITIONING

WARNINGS

When using a child seat with a support leg, the support leg must rest securely on the floor.

When using a child seat with a seat belt, make sure that the seat belt is not slack or twisted.

CAUTION

The child seat must rest tightly against the vehicle seat. It may be necessary to lift or remove the head

restraint. See Head restraints (page 76).

Note: When using a child seat on a front seat, it may prove difficult to tighten the lap section of the seat belt without slack remaining. If this is the case, adjust the seatback to the fully upright position and raise the height of the seat. See Seats (page 76).

Seating positions		Mass group categories
	0	0+	1	2	3
	Up to 10	Up to 13	9 - 18 kg	15 - 25 kg	22 - 36 kg
	kg	kg
Front passenger seat	X	X	UF¹	UF¹	UF¹
with airbag ON
Front passenger seat	U¹	U¹	U¹	U¹	U¹
with airbag OFF
Rear seats	U	U	U	U	U

X Not suitable for children in this mass group.

U Suitable for universal category child seats approved for use in this mass group.

U¹ Suitable for universal category child seats approved for use in this mass group. However, we recommend that you secure children in a government approved child seat, in the rear seat.

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UF¹ Suitable for universal category forward facing child seats approved for use in this mass group. However, we recommend that you secure children in a government approved child seat, in the rear seat.

ISOFIX child seats

Seating positions		Mass group categories
	0		0+	1
	Up to 10 kg		Up to 13 kg	9 - 18 kg
Rear seat ISOFIX seats	IL		IL	IL, IUF**
Rear seat ISOFIX classes*	E		E	B, B1

IUF Suitable for universal category ISOFIX child seats approved for use in this mass group.

IL Suitable for the following ISOFIX child seats: Roemer Duo ISOFIX (group 1), Roemer Babysafe ISOFIX (group 0+). In addition, any semi-universal ISOFIX child seat may be used if indicated in the child seat manufacturers vehicle list.

Note: * As defined by ECE-R16.

Note: ** When you are purchasing an ISOFIX seat, make sure that you know the correct mass group and ISOFIX size class for the intended seating locations.

Note: ** Make sure that the top tether mechanism does not interfere with the luggage cover.

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Child safety

BOOSTER CUSHIONS

WARNINGS

Do not install a booster seat or a booster cushion with only the lap strap of the seat belt.

Do not install a booster seat or a booster cushion with a seat belt that is slack or twisted.

Do not put the seat belt under your child’s arm or behind its back.

Do not use pillows, books or towels to boost your child’s height.

Make sure that your children sit in an upright position.

Secure children that weigh more than 15 kilograms but are less than 150 centimetres tall in a booster

seat or a booster cushion.

CAUTION

When using a child seat on a rear seat, make sure that the child seat rests tightly against the vehicle seat.

It may be necessary to lift or remove the head restraint. See Head restraints (page 76).

Booster seat (Group 2)

E70710

We recommend that you use a booster seat that combines a cushion with a backrest instead of a booster cushion only. The raised seating position will allow you to position the shoulder strap of the adult seat belt over the centre of your child’s shoulder and the lap strap tightly across its hips.

Booster cushion (Group 3)

E68924

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Child safety

ISOFIX ANCHOR POINTS

WARNING

Use an anti-rotation device when using the ISOFIX system. We recommend the use of a top tether

or support leg.

Your vehicle is fitted with ISOFIX anchor points that accommodate universally approved ISOFIX child seats.

The ISOFIX system comprises of two rigid attachment arms on the child seat that attach to anchor points on the outboard rear seats, where the cushion and backrest meet. Tether anchor points are fitted behind the outboard rear seats for child seats with a top tether.

Top tether anchor points

E87146

Attaching a child seat with top tethers

WARNING

Do not attach a tether strap to anything other than the correct tether anchor point.

Note: Where applicable, remove the luggage cover to ease installation. See

Luggage covers (page 100).

E87591

1.Place the child seat on the back seat cushion and fold the relevant seatback forwards. See Rearseats(page 78).

2.Remove the head restraint. See

Head restraints (page 76).

WARNING

Make sure the top tether strap is not slack or twisted and is properly located on the anchor point.

3.Route the tether strap to the anchor point.

WARNING

Make sure that the seatback is secure and fully engaged in the catch.

4.Push the seatback to the upright position.

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E87145

5.Push the child seat back firmly to engage the ISOFIX lower anchor points.

6.Tighten the tether strap in line with the child seat manufacturer's instructions.

CHILD SAFETY LOCKS

WARNING

You cannot open the doors from inside if you have put the child safety locks on.

E112197

Left-hand side

Turn anti-clockwise to lock and clockwise to unlock.

Right-hand side

Turn clockwise to lock and anti-clockwise to unlock.

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Occupant protection

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Airbags

WARNINGS

Do not modify the front of your vehicle in any way. This could adversely affect deployment of the

airbags.

Original text according to ECE R94.01: ExtremeHazard!Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on

a seat protected by an airbag in front of it!

Wear a seat belt and keep sufficient distance between yourself and the steering wheel. Only when you use the seat belt properly, can it hold you in a

position that allows the airbag to achieve its optimum effect. See Sitting in the correct position (page 76).

Have repairs to the steering wheel, steering column, seats, airbags and seat belts carried out by a properly

trained technician.

Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction. Do not affix anything to or over the

airbag covers.

Do not poke sharp objects into areas where airbags are fitted. This could damage and adversely affect

deployment of the airbags.

Use seat covers designed for seats with side airbags. Have these fitted by a properly trained technician.

Note: You will hear a loud bang and see a cloud of harmless powdery residue if an airbag deploys. This is normal.

Note: Only wipe airbag covers with a damp cloth.

Driverandfrontpassengerairbags

E74302

The driver and front passenger airbags will deploy during significant frontal collisions or collisions that are up to 30 degrees from the left or the right. The airbags will inflate within a few thousandths of a second and deflate on contact with the occupants, thus cushioning forward body movement. During minor frontal collisions, overturns, rear collisions and side collisions, the driver and front passenger airbags will not deploy.

Driver knee airbag

CAUTION

Do not attempt to open the driver knee airbag cover.

The driver knee airbag will deploy during frontal collisions or collisions that are up to 30 degrees from the left or the right. The airbag will inflate within a few thousandths of a second and deflate on contact with the occupants, thus providing a cushion between the driver’s knees and the steering column. During overturns, rear collisions and side collisions, the knee airbag will not deploy.

For item location: See Quickstart(page 8).

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Occupant protection

Note: The knee airbag has a lower deployment threshold than the front airbags. During a minor collision, it is possible that only the knee airbag deploys.

Side airbags

E72658

Side airbags are fitted inside the seatback of the front seats. A label indicates that side airbags are fitted to your vehicle.

The side airbags will deploy during significant lateral collisions. The airbags will inflate within a few thousandths of a second and deflate on contact with the occupants, thus providing protection for the chest and shoulder areas. During minor lateral collisions, overturns, front collisions and rear collisions, the side airbags will not deploy.

Curtain airbags

E75004

Curtain airbags are fitted inside the trim panels over the front and rear side windows. Moulded badges in the B-pillar trim panels indicate that curtain airbags are fitted to your vehicle.

The curtain airbags will deploy during significant lateral collisions. The airbag will inflate within a few thousandths of a second and deflate on contact with the occupants, thus providing protection for the head. During minor lateral collisions, front collisions, rear collisions, or overturns the curtain airbags will not deploy.

Seat belts

WARNINGS

Wear a seat belt and keep sufficient distance between yourself and the steering wheel. Only when you use the seat belt properly, can it hold you in a

position to achieve its optimum effect. See Sitting in the correct position

(page 76).

Never use a seat belt for more than one person.

Use the correct buckle for each seat belt.

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Occupant protection

WARNINGS

Do not use a seat belt that is slack or twisted.

Do not wear thick clothing. The seat belt must fit tightly around your body to achieve its optimum effect.

Position the shoulder strap of the seat belt over the centre of your shoulder and position the lap strap

tightly across your hips.

The driver and front passenger seat belt retractors are fitted with a seat belt pretensioner. Seat belt pretensioners have a lower deployment threshold than the airbags. During minor collisions, it is possible that only the seat belt pretensioners will deploy.

Status after a collision

WARNING

Seat belts subjected to strain, as a result of an accident, should be renewed and the anchorages

checked by a properly trained technician.

FASTENING THE SEAT BELTS

WARNING

Insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear a distinct click. You have not fastened the seat belt

properly if you do not hear a click.

E74124

E85817

Pull the belt out steadily. It may lock if you pull it sharply or if the vehicle is on a slope.

Press the red button on the buckle to release the belt. Let it retract completely and smoothly.

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Occupant protection

SEAT BELT HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

E104440

Note: Lifting the slider slightly while pressing the locking button makes it easier to release the locking mechanism.

To raise or lower, press the locking button on the adjuster and move as necessary.

SEAT BELT REMINDER

WARNING

The occupant protection system will only provide optimum protection when you use the seat belt properly.

The seat belt reminder warning

lamp illuminates and an audible warning will sound if the driver's

or front seat passenger's seat belt has not been fastened and the vehicle exceeds a relatively low speed. It will also illuminate if the driver's or front seat passenger's seat belt is unfastened when the vehicle is moving. The audible warning will go off after five minutes but the seat belt reminder warning lamp will remain on until the driver's or front seat passenger's seat belt is fastened.

Deactivating the seat belt reminder

See your dealer.

USINGSEATBELTSDURING PREGNANCY

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WARNING

Position the seat belt correctly for your safety and that of your unborn child. Do not use only the lap strap

or the shoulder strap.

Position the lap strap comfortably across your hips and low beneath your pregnant abdomen. Position the shoulder strap between your breasts, above and to the side of your pregnant abdomen.

DISABLING THE PASSENGER AIRBAG

WARNING

Make sure that the passenger airbag is disabled when using a rearward facing child restraint on the

front passenger seat.

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Occupant protection

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Fitting the passenger airbag deactivation switch

WARNING

If you need to fit a child restraint on a seat protected by an operational airbag in front of it, have a

passenger airbag deactivation switch fitted. Ask your dealer for further information.

Note: The key switch is located in the glove compartment with an airbag deactivation lamp in the instrument panel.

If the airbag warning lamp illuminates or flashes when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. See Warninglampsand indicators (page 56). Remove the child restraint and have the system checked immediately.

Disablingthepassengerairbag

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A Disabled

BEnabled

Turn the switch to position A.

When you switch the ignition on, check that the passenger airbag deactivation warning lamp illuminates.

Enablingthepassengerairbag

WARNING

Make sure that the passenger airbag is enabled when you are not using a child restraint on the front

passenger seat.

Turn the switch to position B.

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Keys and remote controls

GENERALINFORMATIONON RADIO FREQUENCIES

CAUTION

The radio frequency used by your remote control can also be used by other short distance radio

transmissions (e.g. amateur radios, medicalequipment,wirelessheadphones, remote controls and alarm systems). If the frequencies are jammed, you will not be able to use your remote control. You can lock and unlock the doors with the key.

Note: You could unlock the doors if you press the buttons on the remote control unintentionally.

The operating range between your remote control and your vehicle varies depending on the environment.

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL

You can programme a maximum of eight remote controls to use with your vehicle (including any supplied with your vehicle). Ask your dealer for instructions.

CHANGING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY

Make sure that you dispose of old batteries in an environmentally friendly way.

Seek advice from your local authority regarding recycling.

Remote control with a folding key blade

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1.Insert a screwdriver as far as possible into the slot on the side of the remote control, push it towards the key blade and remove the key blade.

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2.Twist the screwdriver in the position shown to start separating the two halves of the remote control.

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