Ford Fiesta 2011 User Manual

FORD FIESTA Owner's Manual

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Part Number: CG3545en 02/2011 20110404104115

Introduction

About This Manual...........................................7

Symbols Glossary.............................................7

Parts and Accessories.....................................7

At a Glance

At a Glance........................................................10

Child Safety

Child Seats.........................................................18

Child Seat Positioning...................................19

Booster Seats...................................................21

ISOFIX Anchor Points...................................22

Child Safety Locks..........................................23

Occupant protection

Principle of Operation..................................24

Fastening the seat belts..............................26

Seat belt height adjustment......................26

Seat belt reminder..........................................27

Using seat belts during pregnancy...........27

Disabling the passenger airbag.................27

Keys and Remote Controls

General Information on Radio

Frequencies..................................................29

Programming the remote control............29

Changing the remote control

battery............................................................29

Locks

Locking and Unlocking.................................33

Keyless Entry....................................................35

Engine immobiliser

Principle of Operation..................................38

Coded keys.......................................................38

Arming the engine immobiliser................38

Disarming the engine immobiliser...........38

Alarm

Principle of Operation..................................39

Arming the alarm...........................................39

Disarming the alarm.....................................39

Steering Wheel

Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................40

Audio Control..................................................40

Voice Control....................................................41

Wipers and Washers

Windscreen Wipers.......................................42

Autowipers........................................................42

Windscreen Washers....................................43

Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........43

Checking the Wiper Blades........................44

Changing the Wiper Blades.......................44

Lighting

Lighting Control..............................................46

Autolamps........................................................47

Front Fog Lamps............................................47

Rear Fog Lamps..............................................47

Headlamp Levelling.......................................47

Hazard Warning Flashers............................48

Direction Indicators.......................................48

Interior Lamps.................................................48

Removing a Headlamp................................49

Changing a Bulb.............................................49

Bulb Specification Chart.............................54

Windows and Mirrors

Power Windows..............................................55

Exterior Mirrors................................................56

Electric exterior mirrors................................56

Auto-Dimming Mirror....................................57

Instrument Cluster

Gauges...............................................................58

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Warning Lamps and Indicators................58

Audible Warnings and Indicators..............61

Information Displays

General Information......................................63

Trip Computer.................................................68

Personalised Settings..................................68

Information Messages.................................69

Climate Control

Principle of Operation...................................74

Air Vents.............................................................74

Manual Climate Control...............................75

Automatic Climate Control.........................77

Heated Windows and Mirrors....................78

Seats

Sitting in the Correct Position....................79

Head Restraints..............................................79

Manual Seats..................................................80

Rear Seats.........................................................82

Heated Seats...................................................82

Convenience features

Sun Visors.........................................................83

Clock...................................................................83

Cup Holders......................................................83

Cigar Lighter.....................................................83

Storage compartments...............................83

Map Pockets....................................................84

Toll Reader.......................................................84

Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket................84

USB port............................................................85

Satellite Navigation Unit Holder..............85

Floor Mats.........................................................85

Starting and Stopping the

Engine

General Information.....................................86

Ignition Switch................................................86

Keyless Starting..............................................86

Steering Wheel Lock....................................88

Starting a Petrol Engine..............................88

Starting a Diesel Engine..............................89

Diesel Particulate Filter...............................89

Fuel and Refuelling

Safety Precautions.........................................91

Fuel Quality - Petrol.......................................91

Fuel Quality - Diesel.......................................91

Fuel filler flap....................................................91

Catalytic Converter........................................92

Refuelling..........................................................93

Fuel Consumption.........................................93

Technical Specifications.............................93

Transmission

Manual Transmission...................................95

Automatic Transmission.............................95

Brakes

Principle of Operation..................................98

Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock

Brakes............................................................98

Parking Brake..................................................98

Stability Control

Principle of Operation..................................99

Using Stability Control.................................99

Parking Aids

Principle of Operation................................100

Using the Parking Aid - Vehicles With:

Rear Parking Aid.......................................100

Using the Parking Aid - Vehicles With:

Front and Rear Parking Aid....................101

Rear view camera

Principle of Operation.................................102

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Using the Rear View Camera...................102

Cruise Control

Principle of Operation................................104

Using Cruise Control...................................104

Load Carrying

General Information....................................106

Luggage Covers............................................106

Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................106

Towing

Towing a Trailer.............................................107

Tow Ball............................................................107

Driving Hints

Running-In.........................................................111

Cold Weather Precautions..........................111

Driving Through Water..................................111

Roadside Emergencies

First Aid Kit.......................................................112

Warning Triangle............................................112

Fuses

Fuse Box Locations.......................................113

Changing a Fuse.............................................113

Fuse Specification Chart............................114

Vehicle recovery

Towing Points.................................................123

Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......123

Maintenance

General Information....................................125

Opening and Closing the Bonnet...........126

Under Bonnet Overview - 1.25L

Duratec-16V (Sigma)/1.4L

Duratec-16V (Sigma)/1.6L

Duratec-16V Ti-VCT (Sigma)...............127

Under Bonnet Overview - 1.4L

Duratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel..................128

Under Bonnet Overview - 1.6L

Duratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel..................129

Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.25L Duratec-16V

(Sigma)/1.4L Duratec-16V
(Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT

(Sigma).......................................................130

Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.4L Duratorq-TDCi

(DV) Diesel/1.6L Duratorq-TDCi (DV)

Diesel............................................................130

Engine Oil Check...........................................130

Engine Coolant Check..................................131

Washer Fluid Check.....................................132

Brake and Clutch Fluid Check..................132

Technical Specifications............................133

Vehicle care

Cleaning the Exterior...................................135

Cleaning the Interior....................................135

Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............136

Vehicle battery

Jump-Starting the Vehicle.........................137

Battery connection points.........................138

Wheels and Tyres

General Information....................................139

Changing a Road Wheel............................139

Tyre Repair Kit...............................................144

Tyre Care..........................................................147

Using Winter Tyres.......................................148

Using Snow Chains......................................148

Technical Specifications...........................148

Vehicle identification

Vehicle Identification Plate.......................152

Vehicle Identification Number.................152

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Capacities and Specific-

ations

Technical Specifications............................153

Audio introduction

Important audio information...................156

Audio unit overview

Audio unit overview......................................157

Audio system security

Security code.................................................163

Audio unit operation

On/off control................................................164

Sound button.................................................164

Waveband button........................................164

Station tuning control................................164

Station preset buttons...............................165

Autostore control.........................................165

Traffic information control........................165

Audio unit menus

Automatic volume control........................167

Digital signal processing (DSP)..............167

News broadcasts..........................................167

Alternative frequencies..............................167

Regional mode (REG)................................168

Compact disc player

Compact disc playback.............................169

Track selection..............................................169

Fast forward/reverse...................................169

Shuffle/random............................................169

Repeat compact disc tracks....................169

Compact disc track scanning..................170

MP3 file playback.........................................170

MP3 display options.....................................172

Ending compact disc playback................172

Auxiliary input (AUX IN)

socket

Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket...............173

Audio troubleshooting

Audio troubleshooting................................174

Telephone

General Information.....................................175

Bluetooth setup.............................................175

Telephone setup............................................175

Telephone controls......................................176

Using the telephone....................................176

Voice control

Principle of Operation.................................179

Using voice control.......................................179

Audio unit commands...............................180

Telephone commands................................187

Climate control commands.....................192

Connectivity

General Information....................................195

Connecting an external device...............196

Connecting an external device - Vehicles

With: Bluetooth........................................196

Using a USB device......................................197

Using an iPod.................................................198

Navigation introduction

Road Safety..................................................200

Navigation system

Getting started..............................................201

Appendices

Type approvals.............................................203

Type approvals.............................................203

Type approvals.............................................203

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Electromagnetic compatibility..............204

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Thank you for choosing Ford. We
recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this
manual. The more that you know about 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 manual 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: Some of the illustrations in this
manual may be used for different models,
so may appear different to your vehicle.
However, the essential information in the
illustrations is always correct.

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

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

This vehicle has received the endorsement
of TÜV, the accredited international testing
organisation, for its allergy-friendly
properties.

All materials used in the manufacture of
the interior of this vehicle meet strict
requirements of the TÜV TOXPROOF
Criteria Catalogue for Vehicle Interiors by
TÜV Produkt and Umwelt GmbH and are
designed to minimize the risk of allergic
reactions.

Additionally an efficient pollen filter
protects the passengers against allergen
particles in the outdoor air.

For more information, contact TÜV at
www.tuv.com.

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.

Symbols on your vehicle

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.

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Introduction

Should the unexpected occur and a major
part needs replacing, we recommend that
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.

Look for the Ford logo on the
following parts

Sheet metal

• Bonnet

• Wing

• Doors

• Luggage compartment lid

E102435

Bumper and radiator grille

• Radiator grille

• Front and rear bumper

E102436

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Introduction

Exterior mirror

E102437

Glass

• Rear window

• Side glass

• Windscreen

E89939

Lighting

• Rear lamps

• Headlamp

E102438

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Introduction

AT A GLANCE

Instrument panel overview

Left-hand drive

E102562

HGFEDCBA

U T S QR P O N L JKM I

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At a Glance

Right-hand drive

E102559

AECDBFGH

I J L KM S P

QR

ON UT

Air vents. See Air Vents (page 74).A
Multi-function lever: Direction indicators. See Direction Indicators (page 48).

Main beam. See Lighting Control (page 46). See Voice Control (page 41).
See Trip Computer (page 68).

B

Instrument cluster. See Gauges (page 58). See Warning Lamps and
Indicators (page 58).

C

Start button. See Keyless Starting (page 86).D
Wiper lever. See Wipers and Washers (page 42).E
Multi functional display.F
Audio unit. See Audio unit overview (page 157).G

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Door lock button. See Locking and Unlocking (page 33).H
Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard Warning Flashers (page 48).I
Climate controls. See Climate Control (page 74).J
Card holder. or Parking aid warning lamp or switch. See Parking Aids (page

100).

K

Card holder. or Passenger airbag deactivation warning lamp. See Disabling
the passenger airbag (page 27).

L

Stability control (ESP) switch. See Using Stability Control (page 99).M
Ignition switch.N
Cruise control. See Using Cruise Control (page 104).O
Horn.P
Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 40).Q
Driver knee airbag. See Principle of Operation (page 24).R
Audio control. See Audio Control (page 40).S
Bonnet release lever. See Opening and Closing the Bonnet (page 126).T
Lighting control. See Lighting Control (page 46). Front fog lamps. See Front

Fog Lamps (page 47). Rear fog lamp. See Rear Fog Lamps (page 47).

U

Locking and unlocking

Unlocking the vehicle

E71963

A

B

C

UnlockA
LockB
Luggage compartment lid unlockC

Press the unlock button once to unlock the
vehicle. See Programming the remote
control (page 29).

Press the lock button once to activate
central locking.

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

Press the luggage compartment lid unlock
button twice within three seconds to
unlock the luggage compartment.

See Locking and Unlocking (page 33).

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At a Glance

Keyless entry

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.

Unlocking the vehicle

E87384

Press a locking button once.

See Keyless Entry (page 35).

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.

1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.

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At a Glance

2. Briefly press the start button.

See Keyless Starting (page 86).

Adjusting the steering wheel

WARNING

Never adjust the steering wheel
when the vehicle is moving.

1

2

2

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 40).

Manual climate control

Recommended settings for cooling

E112145

Open the centre and side air vents.
Direct the centre air vents upwards and the

side air vents toward the side windows.

Recommended settings for heating

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 75).

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At a Glance

Automatic climate control

Recommended settings for cooling

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.

Recommended settings for heating

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

77).

Autolamps

E70719

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

See Lighting Control (page 46).

Direction indicators

E102016

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

See Direction Indicators (page 48).

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At a Glance

Autowipers

E102034

B

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 42).

Airbag

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 18).

See Disabling the passenger airbag
(page 27).

Manual seats

Note: Do not hold on to the locking lever

when moving the seat.

To move the seat, follow the sequence
shown.

Folding the seatback forwards - 3-door

1

3

2

E112675

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Returning the seatback to the seating
position - 3-door

E112676

2

3

1

See Manual Seats (page 80).

Fuel filler flap

E103203

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

E119080

Insert the fuel nozzle up to and including
the first notch on the nozzle. Keep it resting
on the cover of the fuel pipe opening.

WARNING

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

to drain into the fuel tank.

E119081

Slightly raise the fuel nozzle to remove it.

See Fuel filler flap (page 91).

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At a Glance

CHILD SEATS

E133140

E68916

WARNINGS

Secure children that are less than
150 centimetres (59 inches) tall in a
suitable, approved child restraint, in

the rear seat.

Extreme Hazard! 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.

WARNINGS

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.

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

E68918

Secure children that weigh less than 13
kilograms (29 pounds) 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 (29 and 40 pounds) in a child
safety seat (Group 1) in the rear seat.

CHILD SEAT POSITIONING

WARNINGS

Please consult your Dealer for the
latest details relating to Ford
recommended child seats.

WARNINGS

Original text according to ECE
R94.01: Extreme Hazard! Do not use

a rearward facing child restraint on
a seat protected by an air bag in front of
it!

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 79).

Note: When using a child seat on a front
seat, always adjust the front passenger seat
to its fully rearwards position. If it proves
difficult to tighten the lap section of the seat
belt without slack remaining, adjust the
seatback to the fully upright position and
raise the height of the seat. See Seats
(page 79).

Mass group categories

Seating positions 3210+0

22 - 36 kg15 - 25 kg9 - 18 kgUp to 13 kgUp to 10 kg

UF¹UF¹UF¹XX

Front passenger seat
with airbag ON

U¹U¹U¹U¹U¹

Front passenger seat
with airbag OFF

UUUUURear seats

X Not suitable for children in this mass group.
U Suitable for universal category child seats approved for use in this mass group.

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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.

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

Mass group categories

Seating positions

10+

Forward facingRear facing

9 - 18 kgUp to 13 kg

Not ISOFIX equipped

Size classFront seat

Seat type

B, B1

*

E

*

Size class

Rear outboard seat ISOFIX

IL, IUF

***

IL

**

Seat type

Not ISOFIX equipped

Size classRear centre seat

Seat type

IL Suitable for particular ISOFIX child restraints systems of the semi-universal category.
Please consult child restraints systems suppliers' vehicle recommendation lists.

IUF Suitable for ISOFIX forward facing child restraints systems of universal category
approved for use in this mass group and ISOFIX size class.

*

The ISOFIX size class for both universal and semi-universal child restraints systems
is defined by the capital letters A to G. These identification letters are displayed on ISOFIX
child restraints.

**

At time of publishing the recommended Group O+ ISOFIX baby safety seat is the Britax
Romer Baby Safe. Please consult your Dealer for the latest details relating to Ford
recommended child seats.

***

At time of publishing the recommended Group 1 ISOFIX child seat is the Britax Romer
Duo. Please consult your Dealer for the latest details relating to Ford recommended child
seats.

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Child Safety

BOOSTER SEATS

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 (33 pounds) but

are less than 150 centimetres (59
inches) 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 79).

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 106).

E87591

1. Place the child seat on the back seat
cushion and fold the relevant seatback
forwards. See Rear Seats (page 82).

2. Remove the head restraint. See Head

Restraints (page 79).

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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Child Safety

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: Extreme Hazard! 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 79).

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.

Driver and front passenger airbags

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 At a Glance (page

10).

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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

79).

Never use a seat belt for more than

one person.

Use the correct buckle for each seat

belt.

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.

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Occupant protection

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.

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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.

SEAT BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

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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.

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Occupant protection

SEAT BELT REMINDER

WARNING

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

Note: The front passenger sport seat is not
fitted with a seat belt reminder.

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.

USING SEAT BELTS DURING 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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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.

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Occupant protection

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 Warning Lamps and
Indicators (page 58). Remove the child
restraint and have the system checked
immediately.

Disabling the passenger airbag

A B

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DisabledA
EnabledB

Turn the switch to position A.
When you switch the ignition on, check that

the passenger airbag deactivation warning
lamp illuminates.

Enabling the passenger airbag

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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Occupant protection

GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES

CAUTIONS

The radio frequency used by your
remote control can also be used by

other short distance radio
transmissions (e.g. amateur radios,
medical equipment, wireless headphones,
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.

Check your vehicle is locked before

leaving it unattended. This will

safeguard against any potential
malicious frequency blocking.

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

A maximum of eight remote controls
(including any supplied with your vehicle)
can be programmed. The remote controls
must remain inside the vehicle during the
programming procedure. Fasten the front
seat belts and close all doors to ensure
that conflicting chimes do not sound during
programming.

Programming a new remote
control

1. To programme new remote controls

turn the ignition key to position II four
times within six seconds.

2. Turn the ignition to position 0. A tone
sounds to indicate that it is now
possible to programme the remote
controls for ten seconds.

3. Press any button on a new remote
control. A tone will sound as
confirmation.

4. Repeat this last step for all your remote
controls, including your original. Do not
remove the key from the ignition when
pressing the button on this remote
control.

5. Switch the ignition back on (position
II) or wait for ten seconds without
programming another remote control
to end the key programming. Only the
remote controls which you have just
programmed are now able to lock and
unlock the vehicle.

Reprogramming the unlocking
function

Note: When you press the unlock button

either all the doors are unlocked or only the
driver’s door and the luggage compartment
lid are unlocked. Pressing the unlock button
again unlocks all the doors.

Press and hold the unlock and lock buttons
on the remote key simultaneously for at
least four seconds with the ignition off. The
direction indicators will flash twice to
confirm the change.

To return to the original unlocking function,
repeat the process.

CHANGING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY

E107998

Make sure that you dispose of
old batteries in an

environmentally friendly way.
Seek advice from your local authority
regarding recycling.

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Keys and Remote Controls

Remote control with a folding key
blade

1

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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.

E74384

2

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

E74385

3

3. Twist the screwdriver in the position
shown to separate the two halves of
the remote control.

4

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CAUTION

Do not touch the battery contacts or
the printed circuit board with the
screwdriver.

4. Carefully prise out the battery with the
screwdriver.

5. Install a new battery (3V CR 2032) with
the + facing downwards.

6. Assemble the two halves of the remote
control.

7. Install the key blade.

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Keys and Remote Controls

Remote control without a folding
key blade

Type 1

1

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1. Insert a screwdriver into the recess on
the back of the key and remove the key
blade.

E126153

2

2. Release the retaining clips with the
screwdriver and separate the two
halves of the remote control.

E126281

3

CAUTION

Do not touch the battery contacts or
the printed circuit board with the
screwdriver.

3. Carefully prise out the battery with the
screwdriver.

4. Install a new battery (3V CR 2032) with
the + facing upwards.

5. Assemble the two halves of the remote
control.

6. Install the key blade.

Type 2

1

2

1

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1. Press and hold the pushbuttons on the
edges to release the cover. Carefully
remove the cover.

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Keys and Remote Controls

2. Remove the key blade.

E105362

3

3. Twist a flat bladed screwdriver in the
position shown to separate the two
halves of the remote control.

E119190

4

4. Carefully insert the screwdriver in the
position shown to open the remote
control.

E125860

5

CAUTION

Do not touch the battery contacts or
the printed circuit board with the
screwdriver.

5. Carefully prise out the battery with the
screwdriver.

6. Install a new battery (3V CR 2032) with
the + facing downwards.

7. Assemble the two halves of the remote
control.

8. Install the key blade.

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Keys and Remote Controls

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING

Note: Do not leave your keys in the vehicle.

Locking

Locking with the key

Turn the top of the key towards the front
of the vehicle.

Locking with the remote control

Note: The driver’s door can be locked with

the key. This needs to be used if the remote
control is not functioning.

Press the button.

Double locking

WARNING

Do not activate double locking when
persons or animals are inside the

vehicle. You will not be able to
unlock the doors from the inside if you have
double locked them.

Double locking is a theft protection feature
that prevents someone from opening the
doors from the inside. You can only double
lock the doors if they are all closed.

Double locking with the key

Turn the key to the lock position twice
within three seconds.

Double locking with the remote control

Press the button twice within
three seconds.

Unlocking

Unlocking with the key

Turn the top of the key towards the rear of
the vehicle.

Unlocking with the remote control

Note: The driver’s door can be unlocked

with the key. This needs to be used if the
remote control is not functioning.

Note: If the vehicle remains locked for
several weeks, the remote control will be
disabled. The vehicle must be unlocked and
the engine started using the key. Unlocking
and starting the vehicle once will enable the
remote control.

Press the button.

Automatic relocking

The doors will relock automatically if you
do not open a door within 45 seconds of
unlocking the doors with the remote
control. The door locks and the alarm will
return to their previous state.

Reprogramming the unlocking function

The unlocking function may be
reprogrammed so that only the driver’s
door is unlocked ( See Programming the

remote control (page 29). ).

Locking and unlocking
confirmation

Note: If your vehicle has double locking, the

direction indicators will only flash twice
once you have activated double locking.

When you lock the doors, the direction
indicators will flash twice.

When you unlock the doors, the direction
indicators will flash once.

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Locks

Locking and unlocking the doors
from inside

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Press the button. For item
location. See At a Glance (page

10).

Luggage compartment lid

Manual opening

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To open the luggage compartment, press
the switch. The driver's door must be
unlocked.

Opening with the remote control

Press the button twice within
three seconds.

Closing the luggage compartment lid

E89132

A recessed grip is incorporated inside the
luggage compartment lid to facilitate
closing.

Locking the doors individually with
the key

Note: If the central locking function fails to

operate, the doors can be individually locked
using the key in the position shown.

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Locks

Left-hand side

Turn clockwise to lock.

Right-hand side

Turn anti-clockwise to lock.

Unlocking

Note: If the child safety locks have also

been activated, pulling the internal lever will
only deactivate the emergency locking and
not the child safety lock. The doors can only
be opened using the external door handle.

Note: If the doors have been unlocked using
this method, the doors must be locked
individually until the central locking function
has been repaired.

Unlock the driver's door using the key. The
other doors can be unlocked individually
by pulling the interior door handles on
those doors.

KEYLESS ENTRY

General information

WARNING

The keyless entry system may not

function if the key is close to metal

objects or electronic devices such as
mobile phones.

The passive entry system will not function
if:

• The vehicle battery is flat.

• The passive key frequencies are

jammed.

• The passive key battery is flat.

Note: If the passive entry system does not
function, you will need to use the key blade
to lock and unlock your vehicle.

The keyless system allows the driver to
operate the vehicle without the use of a
key or remote control.

E78276

Passive locking and unlocking requires a
valid passive key to be located within one
of the three external detection ranges.
These are located approximately one and
a half metres from the driver and front
passenger door handles and the luggage
compartment lid.

Passive key

The vehicle can be locked and unlocked
with the passive key. The passive key can
also be used as a remote control. See

Locking and Unlocking (page 33).

Locking the vehicle

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35

Locks

WARNING

The vehicle does not lock itself
automatically. If no locking button is
pressed, the vehicle will remain

unlocked.

Locking buttons are located on each of the
front doors.

To activate central locking and arm the
alarm:

• Press a locking button once.
To activate double locking and arm the

alarm:

• Press a locking button twice within
three seconds.

Note: Once activated, the vehicle will
remain locked for approximately three
seconds. When the delay period is over, the
doors can be opened again, provided the
passive key is within the respective
detection range.

Two short flashes of the direction
indicators confirms that all the doors and
the luggage compartment lid have been
locked and that the alarm has been armed.

Luggage compartment lid

Note: The luggage compartment lid cannot

be closed and, will pop back up if the
passive key is located inside the luggage
compartment with the doors locked.

Note: If a second valid passive key is
located within the luggage compartment
lid detection range, the luggage
compartment lid can be closed.

Unlocking the vehicle

Note: If the vehicle remains locked for

longer than three days, the keyless system
will enter an energy-saving mode. This is to
reduce the discharge of the vehicle battery.
When the vehicle is unlocked while in this
mode, the reaction time of the system may
be a little longer than normal. Unlocking the
vehicle once will deactivate the
energy-saving mode.

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Press a locking button once.

Note: A valid passive key must be located
within the detection range of that door.

One long flash of the direction indicators
confirms that all the doors and the luggage
compartment lid have been unlocked and
that the alarm has been disarmed.

Unlocking only the driver's door

If the unlocking function is reprogrammed
so that only the driver’s door and the
luggage compartment lid are unlocked (
See Programming the remote control
(page 29). ), note the following:

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Locks

If the driver’s door is the first door which is
opened, the other doors will remain locked.
All the other doors can be unlocked from
inside the vehicle by pressing the unlock
button on the instrument panel. For item
location: See At a Glance (page 10).
Doors can be unlocked individually by
pulling the interior door handles on those
doors.

If the front passenger door is the first door
which is opened, all the doors and the
luggage compartment lid will be unlocked.

Disabled keys

Any keys left inside the vehicle interior
when it is locked will be disabled.

A disabled key cannot be used to turn the
ignition on or start the engine.

In order to use these passive keys again,
they have to be enabled.

To enable all your passive keys, unlock the
vehicle using a passive key or the remote
control unlocking function.

All passive keys will then be enabled if the
ignition is turned on or the vehicle is started
using a valid key.

Locking and unlocking the doors
with the key blade

1

2

1

E87964

1. Carefully remove the cover.

2. Remove the key blade and insert it into
the lock.

Note: Only the driver's door handle is fitted
with a lock cylinder.

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Locks

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The engine immobiliser is a theft protection
system that prevents someone from
starting the engine with an incorrectly
coded key.

CODED KEYS

Note: Do not shield your keys with metal

objects. This may prevent the receiver from
recognising your key as a valid one.

Note: Have all of your remaining keys
erased and recoded if you lose a key. Ask
your dealer for further information. Have
replacement keys recoded together with
your existing keys.

If you lose a key, you can obtain a
replacement from your Ford Dealer. If
possible, provide them with the key
number from the tag provided with the
original keys. You can also obtain
additional keys from your Ford Dealer.

ARMING THE ENGINE IMMOBILISER

The engine immobiliser is armed
automatically a short time after you have
switched the ignition off.

DISARMING THE ENGINE IMMOBILISER

The engine immobiliser is disarmed
automatically when you switch the ignition
on with a correctly coded key.

The indicator in the instrument cluster will
come on for approximately three seconds
and then go out. If the indicator stays on
for one minute or flashes for approximately
one minute and then repeatedly at irregular
intervals, your key has not been recognised.
Remove the key and try again.

If you are unable to start the engine with a
correctly coded key, this indicates a
malfunction. Have the immobiliser checked
immediately.

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Engine immobiliser

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The system acts as a deterrent against
unauthorised access to your vehicle
through the doors and the bonnet. It also
protects the audio unit.

Triggering the alarm

Once armed, the alarm is triggered in any
of the following ways:

• If someone opens a door, the luggage
compartment or the bonnet without a
valid key or remote control.

• If someone removes the audio system.

• If the ignition is turned to position I, II

or III without a valid key.

If the alarm is triggered, the alarm horn will
sound for 30 seconds and the hazard
warning flashers will flash for five minutes.

Any further attempts to perform one of the
above will trigger the alarm again.

ARMING THE ALARM

To arm the alarm, lock the vehicle. See

Locks (page 33).

Automatic arming delay

The 12 seconds arming delay begins when
the bonnet, luggage compartment and all
doors are closed.

DISARMING THE ALARM

Vehicles without keyless entry

Disarm and silence the alarm by unlocking
the doors with the key and switching the
ignition on with a correctly coded key, or
unlocking the doors with the remote
control.

Vehicles with keyless entry

Note: A valid passive key must be located

within the detection range of that door for
keyless entry. See Keyless Entry (page 35).

Disarm and silence the alarm by unlocking
the doors and switching the ignition on, or
unlocking the doors or the luggage
compartment lid with the remote control.

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Alarm

ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL

WARNING

Never adjust the steering wheel
when the vehicle is moving.

Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the
correct position. See Sitting in the Correct
Position (page 79).

1

2

2

E95178

3

E95179

WARNING

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

AUDIO CONTROL

E72288

A

C

B

D

E

Volume upA
Seek upB
Volume downC
Seek downD
ModeE

Mode

Press and hold the mode button to select
the audio source.

Press the mode button to:

• tune the radio to the next preset
station

• accept an incoming telephone call

• end a telephone call.

Seek

Press the seek button to:

• tune the radio to the next station up or
down the frequency band

• play the next or the previous CD track.

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Steering Wheel

Press and hold the seek button to:

• tune the radio up or down the
frequency band

• seek through a CD track.

VOICE CONTROL

E102756

Press the button to select or deselect voice
control.

For further information See Voice control
(page 179).

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Steering Wheel

WINDSCREEN WIPERS

D

C

B

A

E102032

Single wipeA
Intermittent wipeB
Normal wipeC
High speed wipeD

Intermittent wipe

E102033

B

C

A

Short wipe intervalA
Intermittent wipeB
Long wipe intervalC

The rotary control can be used to adjust
the intermittent wipe interval.

Automatic wiper system

Some models without autowipers are
fitted with a speed-dependent front screen
wiper system.

When the vehicle is slowed to walking
speed or is brought to a standstill, the
wiper speed will automatically switch to
the next lower wiper speed setting.

When the vehicle speed is increased, the
wiper speed will return to the
manually-chosen setting.

Moving the wiper lever when the system is
operating will switch off the system.

If the vehicle is again slowed to walking
speed or is brought to a standstill, the
system is reactivated.

AUTOWIPERS

CAUTIONS

Do not switch autowipers on in dry
weather conditions. The rain sensor

is very sensitive and the wipers may
operate if dirt, mist or flies hit the
windscreen.

Replace the wiper blades as soon as

they begin to leave bands of water

and smears. If you do not replace
them, the rain sensor will continue to
detect water on the windscreen and the
wipers will operate, even though the
majority of the windscreen is dry.

Fully defrost the windscreen in icy

conditions before you switch

autowipers on.

Switch autowipers off before you

enter a car wash.

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Wipers and Washers

E102033

B

C

A

High sensitivityA
OnB
Low sensitivityC

If you switch autowipers on, the wipers will
not cycle until water is detected on the
windscreen. The rain sensor will then
continuously measure the amount of water
on the windscreen and adjust the speed
of the wipers automatically.

Adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor
using the rotary control. With low
sensitivity, the wipers will operate when
the sensor detects a lot of water on the
windscreen. With high sensitivity, the
wipers will operate if the sensor detects a
small amount of water on the windscreen.

WINDSCREEN WASHERS

E102051

WARNING

Do not operate the washer for more
than 10 seconds at a time, and never
when the reservoir is empty.

While the button at the end of the lever is
pressed the washer will work in
conjunction with the wipers.

After releasing the button, the wipers
operate for a short time.

REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHERS

Intermittent wipe

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Pull the lever towards the steering wheel.

Reverse gear wipe

The rear wiper will be activated
automatically when selecting reverse gear
if:

• the rear wiper is not already switched
on,

• the wiper lever is in position A, B, C or
D and

• the front wiper is operating (when set
to position B).

The rear wiper will follow the front wiper
interval (at intermittent or normal speed).

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Wipers and Washers

Rear window washer

E102053

WARNING

Do not operate the washer for more
than 10 seconds at a time, and never
when the reservoir is empty.

While the lever is pulled towards the
steering wheel the washer will work in
conjunction with the wipers.

Once the wash and wipe cycle is
completed, the wipers will pause and then
perform one more wipe to clear the
windscreen.

After releasing the lever, the wipers
operate for a short time.

CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES

E66644

Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.

Clean the wiper blade lips with water
applied with a soft sponge.

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES

Windscreen wiper blades

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1

2

1. Press the locking button.

2. Remove the wiper blade.

Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place.

3. Install in the reverse order.

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Wipers and Washers

Rear window wiper blade

1. Lift the wiper arm.

2

3

4

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2. Position the wiper blade at right angles
to the wiper arm.

3. Disengage the wiper blade from the
wiper arm.

4. Remove the wiper blade.

Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place.

5. Install in the reverse order.

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Wipers and Washers

LIGHTING CONTROL

Lighting control positions

E70718

A B C

OffA
Side and tail lampsB
HeadlampsC

Parking lamps

CAUTION

Prolonged use of the parking lamps
will discharge the battery.

Switch off the ignition.
Set the lighting control to position B.

Main and dipped beam

E101829

Pull the lever fully towards the steering
wheel to switch between main and dipped
beam.

Headlamp flasher

Pull the lever slightly towards the steering
wheel.

Home safe lighting

Switch the ignition off and pull the
direction indicator lever towards the
steering wheel to switch the headlamps
on. You will hear a short tone. The
headlamps will go off automatically after
three minutes with any door open, or 30
seconds after the last door has been
closed.

With all doors closed, but within the 30
second delay, opening any door will result
in the three minute timer starting again.

The home safe lights can be cancelled by
either pulling the direction indicator lever
towards the steering wheel again or by
turning the ignition switch on.

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Lighting

AUTOLAMPS

E70719

Note: If you have switched autolamps on,
you can only switch the main beam on when
autolamps has switched the headlamps on.

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

FRONT FOG LAMPS

E70721

WARNING

Only use the front fog lamps when
visibility is considerably restricted by
fog, snow or rain.

REAR FOG LAMPS

E70720

WARNINGS

Only use the rear fog lamps when
visibility is restricted to less than 50
metres.

Do not use the rear fog lamps when
it is raining or snowing and visibility
is more than 50 metres.

HEADLAMP LEVELLING

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A

B

Raised headlamp beamsA
Lowered headlamp beamsB

You can adjust the level of the headlamp
beams according to the vehicle load.

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Lighting

Recommended headlamp levelling control positions

Control position

Load in luggage

compartment

1

Load

Rear seatsFront seats

0--1-2

2-31-2

2.5Max31-2

3.5

2

Max-

1-2

2

4Max-1

1

See Vehicle Identification Plate (page 152).

2

Van only.

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS

Note: Depending on applicable laws and

regulations in the country for which your
vehicle was originally built, the hazard
warning flashers may flash if you brake
heavily.

E71943

For item location: See At a Glance (page

10).

DIRECTION INDICATORS

E102016

Note: Tap the lever up or down to make the
direction indicators flash only three times.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Courtesy lamp

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B

C

A

OffA
Door contactB
OnC

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Lighting

If you set the switch to position B, the
courtesy lamp will come on when you
unlock or open a door or the luggage
compartment lid. If you leave a door open
with the ignition switch off, the courtesy
lamp will go off automatically after some
time to prevent the vehicle battery from
discharging. To switch it back on, switch
on the ignition for a short time.

The courtesy lamp will also come on when
you switch off the ignition. It will go off
automatically after a short time or when
you start or restart the engine.

If you set the switch to position C with the
ignition switch off, the courtesy lamp will
come on. It will go off automatically after
a short time to prevent the vehicle battery
from discharging. To switch it back on,
switch on the ignition for a short time.

Reading lamps

E112208

If you switch off the ignition, the reading
lamps will go off automatically after some
time to prevent the vehicle battery from
discharging. To switch them back on,
switch on the ignition for a short time.

REMOVING A HEADLAMP

1. Open the bonnet. See Opening and
Closing the Bonnet (page 126).

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2

2. Remove the screws.

E102590

3

4

3. Disconnect the electrical connector.

4. Remove the headlamp.

Note: When fitting the headlamp, make
sure that you fully engage the headlamp in
the retaining clips.

CHANGING A BULB

WARNINGS

Switch the lights and the ignition off.

49

Lighting

WARNINGS

Let the bulb cool down before
removing it.

CAUTIONS

Do not touch the glass of the bulb.

Only fit bulbs of the correct
specification. See Bulb

Specification Chart (page 54).

Headlamp

Direction indicator

1. Remove the headlamp. See
Removing a Headlamp (page 49).

E102593

2

4

2. Remove the cover.

3. Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise
and remove it.

4. Gently press the bulb into the bulb
holder, turn it anti-clockwise and
remove it.

Headlamp dipped beam

1. Remove the headlamp. See
Removing a Headlamp (page 49).

E102598

2

4

2. Remove the cover.

3. Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise
and remove it.

4. Remove the bulb.

Headlamp main beam

1. Remove the headlamp. See
Removing a Headlamp (page 49).

E102597

2

4

50

Lighting

2. Remove the cover.

3. Release the retaining clip. Turn the bulb
holder anti-clockwise and remove it.

4. Remove the bulb.

Side lamp

1. Remove the headlamp. See
Removing a Headlamp (page 49).

E102596

2

3

2. Remove the cover.

3. Pull the bulb holder and remove it.
Remove the bulb.

Side repeaters

1

2

E112777

1. Press the side of the cover to release
the clips.

2. Remove the cover.

3

E112778

3. Remove the bulb and bulb holder.
Remove the bulb.

Front fog lamps

Note: The front fog lamps are not

serviceable items, please consult your
dealer if these fail.

51

Lighting

Rear lamps

E102854

1

1. Remove the screws.

E112775

2. Lift up the luggage compartment seal.

E112776

3. Remove the carpet.

E102620

4

5

4. Remove the wing nut.

5. Remove the rear lamp and unclip the
bulb holder.

52

Lighting

B

C

A

E102621

Tail and BrakeA
ReverseB
IndicatorC

4. Remove the bulb.

Rear fog lamps

Note: The rear fog lamps are not

serviceable items, please consult your
dealer if these fail.

Central high mounted brake lamp

Note: The LED board is not a serviceable

item, please consult your dealer if this fails.

Number plate lamp

3

2

1

E72789

1. Carefully release the spring clip.

2. Remove the lamp.

3. Remove the bulb.

Interior lamp

E99452

2

3

1

1. Carefully prise out the lamp.

2. Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise
and remove it.

3. Remove the bulb.

Reading lamps

E99453

2

3

1

1. Carefully prise out the lamp.

2. Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise
and remove it.

3. Remove the bulb.

53

Lighting

Luggage compartment lamp

E72784

1. Carefully prise out the lamp.

2. Remove the bulb.

BULB SPECIFICATION CHART

Power (watt)SpecificationLamp

21PY21WFront direction indicator

55H1Headlamp main beam

55H7Headlamp dipped beam

5WY5WSide repeater

55H11Front fog lamp

5W5WSide lamp

21PY21WRear direction indicator

21/5P21/5WBrake and tail lamp

21P21WRear fog lamp

16W16WReversing lamp

5W5WNumber plate lamp

6W6WInterior lamp

5W5WReading lamp

5W5WLuggage compartment lamp

54

Lighting

POWER WINDOWS

WARNING

Do not operate the electric windows
unless they are free from obstruction.

Note: If you operate the switches often
during a short period of time, the system
might become inoperable for a certain time
to prevent damage due to overheating.

Switch on the ignition to operate the
electric windows.

Driver's door switches

You can operate all the windows with the
switches on the door trim panel of the
driver’s door.

E121510

Opening and closing the driver's
window automatically

Press or lift the switch to the second action
point and release it completely. Press or
lift it again to stop the window.

Safety switch for rear windows

Note: You can always operate the rear

windows from the driver’s door.

E121511

A switch in the driver’s door disables the
rear electric window switches.

The light in the switch comes on and the
lights in the rear window switches go off
when the rear windows are disabled.

Anti-trap function

WARNING

Careless closing of the window can
override the protection function and
cause injuries.

Note: The anti-trap function is only
available on the driver's window.

The electric window will stop
automatically while closing and reverse
some distance if there is an obstacle in the
way.

55

Windows and Mirrors

Overriding the anti-trap function

CAUTION

While you close the window for the
third time, the anti-trap function is
disabled. Make sure there are no

obstacles in the way of the closing window.

To override this protection function when
there is a resistance, e.g. in the winter,
proceed as follows:

1. Close the window twice until it reaches
the resistance and let it reverse.

2. Close the window a third time to the
resistance. The anti-trap function is
disabled and you cannot close the
window automatically. The window
will override the resistance and you can
close it fully.

3. If the window does not close after the
third attempt, have it checked by a
properly trained technician.

Resetting the memory of the
electric window

WARNING

The anti-trap function is deactivated
until you have reset the memory.

After the battery has been disconnected
from the vehicle you must reset the
memory for the driver's window:

1. Lift the switch until the window is fully
closed. Hold the switch lifted for one
more second.

2. Release the switch and lift it again, two
or three times, for one more second.

3. Open the window and try to close it
automatically.

4. Reset and repeat procedure if the
window does not close automatically.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

WARNING

Do not overestimate the distance of
the objects that you see in the

convex mirror. Objects seen in
convex mirrors will appear smaller and
further away than they actually are.

Manual folding mirrors

Folding

Push the mirror towards the door window
glass.

Unfolding

Make sure that you fully engage the mirror
in its support when returning it to its
original position.

ELECTRIC EXTERIOR MIRRORS

E71280

B

C

A

Left-hand mirrorA
OffB
Right-hand mirrorC

56

Windows and Mirrors

Mirror tilting positions

E71281

Electric folding mirrors

Automatic folding and unfolding

Note: If the mirrors have been folded using

the manual fold button they can only be
unfolded using the manual fold button.

The mirrors will fold automatically when
you lock the vehicle with the key, the
remote control or a keyless entry system
request. The mirrors will unfold when you
unlock the vehicle with the key, the remote
control, a keyless entry system request,
the driver's interior door handle or starting
the engine.

Manual folding and unfolding

E72184

AUTO-DIMMING MIRROR

E71028

The auto-dimming mirror will adjust
automatically when hit by glaring light
from behind. It will not work when you have
selected reverse gear.

57

Windows and Mirrors

GAUGES

E102660

C

A

DE

B

TachometerA
Information displayB
SpeedometerC
Fuel gaugeD
Tripmeter reset buttonE

Fuel gauge

The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump
symbol indicates on which side of the
vehicle the fuel filler cap is located.

WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS

The following warning lamps and
indicators illuminate when the ignition is
switched on:

• ABS

• Airbag

• Brake system

• Coolant temperature

• Doors open

• Engine

• Frost

• Ignition

• Oil pressure

• Power steering

• Stability control (ESP)

If a warning or indicator lamp does not
illuminate when the ignition is switched
on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the
system checked by a properly trained
technician.

58

Instrument Cluster

ABS warning lamp

If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a

malfunction. You will continue
to have normal braking (without ABS).
Have the system checked by a properly
trained technician as soon as possible.

Airbag warning lamp

If it illuminates when driving, this

indicates a malfunction. Have

the system checked by a
properly trained technician.

Brake system lamp

It illuminates when the parking

brake is engaged.

WARNING

Reduce your speed gradually and
stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so. Use your brakes with care.

If it illuminates when you are driving, check
that the parking brake is not engaged. If
the parking brake is not engaged, this
indicates a malfunction. Have the system
checked by a properly trained technician
immediately.

Coolant temperature warning
lamp

CAUTION

Do not resume your journey if it
illuminates despite the level being
correct. Have the system checked by

a properly trained technician immediately.

If it stays on after starting or
illuminates when driving, this

indicates a malfunction. Stop
your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so
and switch the engine off. Check the
coolant level. See Engine Coolant Check
(page 131).

Cruise control indicator

E71340

It will illuminate when you have

set a speed using the cruise

control system. See Using

Cruise Control (page 104).

Direction indicator

Flashes during operation. A

sudden increase in the rate of

flashing warns of a failed
indicator bulb. See Changing a Bulb
(page 49).

Doors open warning lamp

Illuminates when the ignition is

switched on and remains on if

any door, the bonnet or the
luggage compartment is not closed
properly.

59

Instrument Cluster

Engine warning lamps

Malfunction indicator lamp

Powertrain warning lamp

All vehicles

If either lamp illuminates when the engine
is running, this indicates a fault. The engine
will continue to run but it may have limited
power. If it flashes when you are driving,

reduce the speed of your vehicle
immediately. If it continues to flash, avoid

heavy acceleration or deceleration. Have
the system checked by a properly trained
technician immediately.

WARNING

Have this checked immediately.

If both lamps illuminate together, stop

your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so (continued use may cause reduced

power and cause the engine to stop). Turn
the ignition off and attempt to restart the
engine. If the engine restarts have the
system checked by a properly trained
technician immediately. If the engine does
not restart the vehicle must be checked
before continuing your journey.

Front fog lamp indicator

It will illuminate when you switch
the front fog lamps on.

Frost warning lamp

WARNING

Even if the temperature rises to
above +4ºC there is no guarantee
that the road is free of hazards

caused by inclement weather.

It will illuminate and glow orange
when the outside air

temperature is between 4ºC and
0ºC. It will glow red when the temperature
is below 0ºC.

Fuel in oil warning lamp

E124297

It will illuminate when the engine

oil has been diluted with fuel.

Have the engine oil changed as

soon as possible.

Oil pressure warning lamp

CAUTION

Do not resume your journey if it
illuminates despite the level being
correct. Have the system checked by

a properly trained technician immediately.

If it stays on after starting or

illuminates when driving, this

indicates a malfunction. Stop
your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so
and switch the engine off. Check the engine
oil level. See Engine Oil Check (page 130).

Glow plug indicator

If it illuminates, wait until it

extinguishes before starting.

Headlamp indicator

It will illuminate when you switch

the headlamp dipped beam or

the side and tail lamps on.

60

Instrument Cluster

Ignition warning lamp

If it illuminates when driving, this
indicates a malfunction. Switch

off all unnecessary electrical
equipment. Have the system checked by
a properly trained technician immediately.

Low fuel level warning lamp

If it illuminates, refuel as soon as

possible.

Main beam indicator

It will illuminate when you switch

the headlamp main beam on. It

will flash when you use the
headlamp flasher.

Message indicator

It will illuminate when a new

message is stored in the

information display. See

Information Messages (page 69).

Power steering warning lamp

Illuminates to indicate a

malfunction of the power

steering system. Full steering will
be maintained but you will need to exert
greater force on the steering wheel. Have
the system checked by a properly trained
technician as soon as possible.

Rear fog lamp indicator

It will illuminate when you switch

the rear fog lamps on.

Seat belt reminder

See Seat belt reminder (page

27).

Shift indicator

It will illuminate to inform you
that shifting to a higher gear may

give better fuel economy and
lower CO2 emissions. It will not illuminate
during periods of high acceleration, braking
or when the clutch pedal is pressed.

Stability control (ESP) indicator

While driving, it flashes during

activation of the system. After

switching on the ignition, if it
does not illuminate or illuminates
continuously while driving, this indicates a
malfunction. During a malfunction, the
system switches off. Have the system
checked by a properly trained technician
as soon as possible.

If you switch ESP off, the warning lamp will
illuminate. The lamp will go out when you
switch the system back on or when you
switch the ignition off.

AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS

Automatic transmission

If position P is not selected, a warning
chime will sound when the driver’s door is
opened.

Key outside car

Vehicles with the keyless system

If the engine is running and a passive key
is no longer detected within the vehicle
interior, a warning chime will sound as soon
as the door is closed.

Lights on

A warning chime will sound if the driver’s
door is opened with the exterior lights
switched on and the ignition switched off.

61

Instrument Cluster

Low fuel

A warning chime will sound when the low
fuel warning lamp illuminates.

Seat belt reminder

WARNINGS

The seat belt reminder remains in
stand-by mode when the front seat
belts have been fastened. It will be

reactivated if either seat belt is unfastened.

Do not sit on top of a fastened seat
belt to prevent the seat belt reminder

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

When the vehicle’s speed exceeds the
pre-determined limit, a warning chime will
sound if either of the front seat belts are
unfastened. The chime will stop after five
minutes.

62

Instrument Cluster

GENERAL INFORMATION

Note: The information display will remain

on for several minutes after you switch off
the ignition.

Various systems can be programmed using
the audio unit controls.

Device list

The icon changes to show the current
function in use.

CD

Radio

Auxiliary input

Phone

Settings

Controls

E103626

Press the up and down arrow buttons to
scroll through and highlight the options
within a menu.

Press the right arrow button to enter a
sub-menu.

Press the left arrow button to exit a menu.
Hold the left arrow button pressed at any

time to return to the main menu display
(escape button).

Press the OK button to choose and
confirm a setting.

Menu structure

Type 1

AM AST

AM

FM AST

FM

Folder / Tracks

LINE IN

Stations

Stations

Stations

Stations

E104381

63

Information Displays

RADIO MODE

MANUAL TUNE
SCAN
AUTOSTORE

AVC LEVEL
SOUND
DSP OCCUPANCY
DSP EQUALISER
NEWS
ALTERNATIVE FREQ.
RDS REGIONAL

NORMAL
REPEAT
SHUFFLE

SCAN

CD MODE

AUDIO MENU

POWERFOLD MIRRORS
TURN INDICATOR
AMBIENT LIGHTING
WARNING CHIMES
INFO CHIMES

VEHICLE SETTINGS

NORMAL
REPEAT
SHUFFLE

SCAN

MP3 CD MODE

SET TIME
SET DATE
12H/24H MODE

CLOCK SETTING

MEASURE UNIT
DISPLAY LANGUAGE
DIMMING

DISPLAY SETTINGS

MESSAGES

E104129

64

Information Displays

Type 2

Note: Phone menu depends on phone

capabilities and call status etc.

Use the MENU button and left arrow key
to access the menus.

65

Information Displays

Adaptive Vol.
Sound
DSP Occupancy
DSP Equaliser
News
Alternat Freq.
RDS Regional

AudioMenu

Phone

AUX

Dial Number
Active Call
Redial
Phone book
Call Lists

Select Phone
Bluetooth On
Reject all Calls

Missed Calls
Incoming Calls
Outgoing Calls

Powerf Mirror
Lane change in.
Ambient light
Chimes

Vehicle

Set time
Set date
24H Mode

Clock

Measure unit
Language

Dimming

Display

Messages

E104130

BT Audio

USB

iPOD

AM AST

AM

FM AST

FM

Folder / Tracks

Line In

Playlists
Artists
Albums
Songs
Genres

Radio

CD

Stations

Stations

Stations

Stations

66

Information Displays

Type 3

Note: Phone menu depends on phone

capabilities and call status etc.

Use the MENU button and left arrow key
to access the menus.

Adaptive vol
Sound
DSP settings
DSP Equaliser
News
Alt Frequency
RDS Regional
BT Audio

Audio settingsMenu

Phone

AUX

Dial Number
Phone book
Call Lists
Bluetooth on
Redial
Select Phone
Reject all Calls

Powerf Mirror
Lane change in.
Ambient light
Chimes

Vehicle settings

Set time
Set date
24-hour mode

Clock settings

E129773

BT Audio

USB

iPOD

AM AST

AM

FM AST

FM

Line In

Radio

CD

67

Information Displays

TRIP COMPUTER

E103499

A

B

Outside air temperatureA
Trip computerB

Trip computer

E102759

Press the button to scroll through the
displays.

To reset the trip, average fuel consumption
and average speed, scroll to the required
display and press and hold the button.

The trip computer includes the following
information displays:

Trip

Registers the mileage of individual
journeys.

Distance to empty

Indicates the approximate distance the
vehicle will travel on the fuel remaining in
the tank. Changes in driving pattern may
cause the value to vary.

Average fuel consumption

Indicates the average fuel consumption
since the function was last reset.

Average speed

Indicates the average speed calculated
since the function was last reset.

Odometer

Registers the total mileage of the vehicle.

PERSONALISED SETTINGS

Measure units

To toggle between metric and imperial
units, scroll to this display and press the
OK button.

Toggling the measure units using this
display will affect the following displays:

• Distance to empty

• Average fuel consumption

• Instantaneous fuel consumption

• Average speed

Chime deactivation

The following chimes can be deactivated:

• Warning messages.

• Information messages.

68

Information Displays

INFORMATION MESSAGES

Airbag

ActionWarning lampMessage

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

amberAirbag malfunction service now

Alarm

ActionWarning lampMessage

See Alarm (page 39).amberAlarm triggered check vehicle

See Alarm (page 39).amberInterior scan deactivated

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.

-

Alarm system malfunction next
service

Doors open

ActionWarning lampMessage

Vehicle is moving. Stop the vehicle
as soon as safely possible and
close.

redDriver door open

Vehicle is moving. Stop the vehicle
as soon as safely possible and
close.

redDriver's rear door open

Vehicle is moving. Stop the vehicle
as soon as safely possible and
close.

redPassenger door open

Vehicle is moving. Stop the vehicle
as soon as safely possible and
close.

redPassenger rear door open

Vehicle is moving. Stop the vehicle
as soon as safely possible and
close.

redBoot open

Vehicle is moving. Stop the vehicle
as soon as safely possible and
close. See Opening and Closing
the Bonnet (page 126).

redBonnet open

69

Information Displays

ActionWarning lampMessage

Vehicle not moving. Close.amberDriver door open

Vehicle not moving. Close.amberDriver's rear door open

Vehicle not moving. Close.amberPassenger door open

Vehicle not moving. Close.amberPassenger rear door open

Vehicle not moving. Close.amberBoot open

Vehicle not moving. Close. See

Opening and Closing the
Bonnet (page 126).

amberBonnet open

Engine

ActionWarning lampMessage

See Starting a Diesel Engine
(page 89).

amberEngine preheating

Engine immobiliser

ActionWarning lampMessage

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

red

Immobiliser malfunction service
now

Keyless system

ActionWarning lampMessage

See Keyless Entry (page 35).amberKey not detected

See Keyless Entry (page 35).amberKey outside car

See Changing the remote
control battery (page 29).

amberKey battery low replace battery

See Keyless Starting (page 86).amber

Turn ignition off use POWER
button

See Keyless Starting (page 86).-To start press brake

See Keyless Starting (page 86).-To start press clutch

70

Information Displays

ActionWarning lampMessage

See Keyless Entry (page 35).-Close boot or use spare key

See Steering Wheel Lock (page

88).

-

Steering lock engaged turn
steering wheel

Lighting

ActionWarning lampMessage

See Changing a Bulb (page 49).-

Left indicator malfunction change
bulb

See Changing a Bulb (page 49).-

Right indicator malfunction
change bulb

Maintenance

ActionWarning lampMessage

See Brake and Clutch Fluid
Check (page 132).

redBrake fluid level low stop safely

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician imme­diately.

red

Brake system malfunction stop
safely

See Engine Oil Check (page 130).redEngine oil pressure low stop safely

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

amberEngine malfunction service now

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.

amber

Auto wiper/lights malfunction
next service

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.

-Engine oil change due next service

Steering

ActionWarning lampMessage

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician imme­diately.

redSteering malfunction service now

71

Information Displays

ActionWarning lampMessage

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician imme­diately.

redSteering malfunction stop safely

Full steering will be maintained
but you will need to exert greater
force on the steering wheel. Have
the system checked by a properly
trained technician as soon as
possible.

amber

Power steering malfunction
service now

Transmission

ActionWarning lampMessage

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician imme­diately.

red

Transmission malfunction service
now

Under certain driving conditions it
is possible that the clutches in the
transmission can overheat. In
these circumstances it is neces­sary to press the brake pedal and
stop the vehicle to prevent

red

Transmission overtemp. stop
safely damage to the transmission.

Select N (NEUTRAL) or P
(PARK) and apply the parking
brake until the transmission has
cooled and the message disap­pears from the display.

See Automatic Transmission
(page 95). See Starting and
Stopping the Engine (page 86).

-Vehicle not in PARK select P

See Automatic Transmission
(page 95). See Starting and
Stopping the Engine (page 86).

-To start select N or P

See Starting and Stopping the
Engine (page 86).

-To start press brake

See Automatic Transmission
(page 95). See Starting and
Stopping the Engine (page 86).

-To start select N

72

Information Displays

ActionWarning lampMessage

See Automatic Transmission
(page 95). See Starting and
Stopping the Engine (page 86).

-Door open apply brake

Stability control (ESP)

ActionWarning lampMessage

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as
soon as possible.

amberABS malfunction service now

Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician.

-ESP malfunction next service

See Using Stability Control
(page 99).

-ESP off

73

Information Displays

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Outside air

Keep the air intakes forward of the
windscreen free from obstruction (snow,
leaves etc.) to allow the climate control
system to function effectively.

Recirculated air

CAUTION

Prolonged use of recirculated air may
cause the windows to mist up. If the

windows mist up, follow the settings
for defrosting and demisting the
windscreen.

The air currently in the passenger
compartment will be recirculated. Outside
air will not enter the vehicle.

Heating

Heating performance depends on the
temperature of the engine coolant.

Air conditioning

Note: The air conditioning operates only

when the temperature is above 4ºC (39ºF).
Note: If you use the air conditioning, the

fuel consumption of your vehicle will be
higher.

Air is directed through the evaporator
where it is cooled. Humidity is extracted
from the air to help keep the windows free
of mist. The resulting condensation is
directed to the outside of the vehicle and
it is therefore normal if you see a small
pool of water under your vehicle.

General information on controlling
the interior climate

Fully close all the windows.

Warming the interior

Direct the air towards your feet. In cold or
humid weather conditions, direct some of
the air towards the windscreen and the
door windows.

Cooling the interior

Direct the air towards your face.

AIR VENTS

Centre air vent

A B

E112167

CloseA
OpenB

Side air vent

E71942

74

Climate Control

MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL

Air distribution control

A

C

D

B

E

E102387

FootwellA
Footwell and windscreenB
WindscreenC
Face levelD
Face level and footwellE

You can set the air distribution control to
any position between the symbols.

Blower

E102390

A

OffA

Note: If you switch the blower off, the
windscreen may mist up.

Recirculated air

E73059

Press the button to toggle between outside
air and recirculated air.

System settings

Note: Set all controls to the positions

shown.

Heating the interior quickly

E102393

Ventilation

E102394

Set the air distribution control, blower and
air vents to suit your requirements.

75

Climate Control

Switching the air conditioning on and
off

If you turn the blower off, the air
conditioning will turn off. When you turn
the blower on again, the air conditioning
will come on automatically.

Cooling with outside air

E102395

Cooling the interior quickly

E102396

Defrosting and demisting the
windscreen

E102397

When the temperature is above 4°C
(39°F), the air conditioning will switch on
automatically. Make sure that the blower
is on. The indicator in the switch will
illuminate during defrosting and demisting.

If you move the air distribution control to
a position other than C, the A/C will
remain on.

You can switch the air conditioning and
recirculated air on and off while the air
distribution control is set to position C.

If necessary, switch the heated windows
on. See Heated Windows and Mirrors
(page 78).

Reducing interior air humidity

E102398

76

Climate Control

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL

The system controls the temperature,
amount and distribution of the air flow
automatically and adjusts them according
to the driving and weather conditions.
Pressing the AUTO button once switches
on the auto mode.

Note: Avoid adjusting the settings when
the vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold.
The automatic climate control adjusts to
the current circumstances automatically.
For the system to function properly, the side
and centre vents should be fully open.

Note: The sunload sensor is located on top
of the instrument panel. Do not cover the
sensor with any objects.

Note: At low outside temperatures, when
the system is in auto mode, the air stream
will be directed to the windscreen and the
side windows as long as the engine is cold.

Setting the temperature

E102706

You can set the temperature between 16ºC
and 28ºC in steps of 0.5ºC. In position LO
(below 16ºC) the system will switch to
permanent cooling, in HI (above 28ºC) to
permanent heating, and not regulate a
stable temperature.

Blower

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The blower setting is indicated in the
display.

To return to auto mode, press the AUTO
button.

Air distribution

To adjust air distribution, press the desired
button. Any combination of settings can
be selected simultaneously.

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A B C

FootwellA
Face levelB
WindscreenC

When you select windscreen defrosting
and demisting, A, B and C switch off
automatically and the air conditioning
switches on. Outside air will flow into the
vehicle. You cannot select recirculated air.

Windscreen defrosting and
demisting

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Climate Control

Press the windscreen defrosting and
demisting button. Outside air will flow into
the vehicle. Air conditioning is
automatically selected. As long as the air
distribution is set to this position, you
cannot select recirculated air.

The blower speed and the temperature
control operate automatically and cannot
be adjusted manually. The blower is set to
high speed and the temperature to HI.

When you select windscreen defrosting
and demisting, the heated screens switch
on automatically and switch off after a
short time.

To return to auto mode, press the AUTO
button.

Switching the air conditioning on
and off

E91393

Press the A/C button to switch the air
conditioning on and off. A/C OFF appears
in the display when the air conditioning is
switched off.

A/C ON appears in the display when the
air conditioning is switched on.

Recirculated air

Press the recirculated air button to toggle
between outside air and recirculated air.

Note: When the system is in auto mode and
the interior and exterior temperatures are
quite hot, the system selects recirculated
air automatically to maximise cooling of the
interior. Once the selected temperature is
reached, the system will reselect outside air
automatically.

Switching off the automatic
climate control

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Press the OFF button.
When switched off, the heating, ventilation

and air conditioning system is switched off
and recirculated air is selected.

HEATED WINDOWS AND MIRRORS

Heated windows

Use the heated windows to defrost or
demist the windscreen or rear window.

Note: The heated windows operate only
when the engine is running.

Heated windscreen

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Heated rear window

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Heated exterior mirrors

Electric exterior mirrors are fitted with a
heating element that will defrost or demist
the mirror glass. They will switch on
automatically when you switch the heated
rear window on.

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SITTING IN THE CORRECT POSITION

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WARNINGS

Do not adjust the seats when the
vehicle is moving.

Only when you use the seat belt
properly, can it hold you in a position
that allows the airbag to achieve its

optimum effect.

When you use them properly, the seat,
head restraint, seat belt and airbags will
provide optimum protection in the event
of a collision. We recommend that you:

• sit in an upright position with the base
of your spine as far back as possible.

• do not recline the seatback more than
30 degrees.

• adjust the head restraint so that the
top of it is level with the top of your
head and as far forwards as possible,
remaining comfortable.

• keep sufficient distance between
yourself and the steering wheel. We
recommend a minimum of 250
millimetres (10 inches) between your
breastbone and the airbag cover.

• hold the steering wheel with your arms
slightly bent.

• bend your legs slightly so that you can
press the pedals fully.

• position the shoulder strap of the seat
belt over the centre of your shoulder
and position the lap strap tightly across
your hips.

Make sure that your driving position is
comfortable and that you can maintain full
control of your vehicle.

HEAD RESTRAINTS

Adjusting the head restraint

WARNINGS

Raise the rear head restraint when
the rear seat is occupied by a
passenger.

When using a forward facing child
restraint on a rear seat, always
remove the head restraint from that

seat.

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Adjust the head restraint so that the top
of it is level with the top of your head.

Removing the head restraint

Press the locking buttons and remove the
head restraint.

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Seats

MANUAL SEATS

WARNINGS

Do not use any accessory seat covers
that are not specifically designed for

seats with side airbags. These seat
covers must be fitted by properly trained
technicians.

Do not adjust the seats while the

vehicle is moving.

Moving the seats forwards or
backwards

WARNING

Rock the seat backwards and

forwards after releasing the lever to

make sure that it is fully engaged in
its catch.

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Folding the seatback forwards - 3­door

1

3

2

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1. Pull the locking lever to release the
seatback.

Note: Do not hold on to the locking lever
when moving the seat.

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

WARNING

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

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Seats

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2

3

1

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.

Adjusting the lumbar support

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Adjusting the height of the driver’s
seat

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Each pull or press on the lever will raise or
lower the height by a small amount.

Adjusting the angle of the
seatback

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Seats

REAR SEATS

Folding the seatbacks down

WARNING

When folding the seatbacks down,
take care not to get your fingers
caught between the seatback and

seat frame.

CAUTIONS

Do not attempt to fold the rear seat
cushion forwards.

Lower the head restraints. See Head
Restraints (page 79).

1

2

1

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1. Press the unlock buttons down and
hold them there.

2. Push the seatback forwards.

WARNINGS

When folding the seatbacks up,
make sure that the belts are visible
to an occupant and not caught

behind the seat.

Make sure that the seats and the
seatbacks are secure and fully
engaged in their catches.

HEATED SEATS

CAUTION

Operating this function with the
engine off will drain the battery.

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The seat heating will operate only when
the ignition is switched on.

The maximum temperature is reached
after five or six minutes. It is regulated
thermostatically.

The seat heating will remain on until either
the heated seat switch or the ignition is
turned off.

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SUN VISORS

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CLOCK

To adjust the clock, switch the ignition on
and press buttons H or M as necessary.

CUP HOLDERS

WARNING

Do not place hot drinks in the cup
holders when the vehicle is moving.

CIGAR LIGHTER

CAUTIONS

If you use the socket when the engine
is not running, the battery may
discharge.

Do not hold the cigar lighter element
pressed in.

Note: You can use the socket to power 12
volt appliances that have a maximum
current rating of 15 Amperes. Use only Ford
accessory connectors or connectors
specified for use with SAE standard sockets.

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Press the element in to use the cigar
lighter. It will pop out automatically.

STORAGE COMPARTMENTS

WARNING

Do not drive with any storage
compartment lid open. Make sure
that you secure the lid before setting

off.

CAUTION

Do not keep heat-sensitive items and
liquids in any storage compartment.

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Convenience features

MAP POCKETS

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TOLL READER

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40

13

70

120

On vehicles with an anti-heat windscreen,
toll readers should be placed in the area
as shown (all measurements shown in
millimetres), otherwise communication
performance with toll stations may be
reduced.

The toll reader should be placed on the
passenger side to prevent the reader from
obscuring the driver’s vision (e.g. at traffic
lights).

AUXILIARY INPUT (AUX IN) SOCKET

E102671

See Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket
(page 173).

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Convenience features

USB PORT

E102670

See Connectivity (page 195).

SATELLITE NAVIGATION UNIT HOLDER

Adjusting the holder

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1

3

2

1. Unlock.

2. Adjust the holder to the desired
position.

3. Lock.

Note: Make sure that the navigation unit
holder is locked in position.

FLOOR MATS

WARNING

When using the floor mats, always
make sure the floor mat is properly

secured using the appropriate fixings
and positioned so that it does not interfere
with the operation of the pedals.

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Convenience features

GENERAL INFORMATION

General points on starting

If the battery has been disconnected the
vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approx. 8 kilometres (5
miles) after reconnecting the battery.

This is because the engine management
system must realign itself with the engine.
Any unusual driving characteristics during
this period may be disregarded.

Starting the engine by towing or
pushing

WARNING

To prevent damage you must not
push or tow start your vehicle. Use
booster cables and a booster battery.

See Jump-Starting the Vehicle (page

137).

IGNITION SWITCH

WARNING

Never return the key to position 0 or
I when the vehicle is in motion.

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0 The ignition is off.
I The ignition and all main electrical circuits

are disabled.

Note: Do not leave the ignition key in this
position for too long to avoid discharging
the battery.

II The ignition is switched on. All electrical
circuits are operational. Warning lamps
and indicators illuminate. This is the key
position when driving. You must also select
it when being towed.

III The starter motor is activated. Release
the key as soon as the engine starts.

KEYLESS STARTING

WARNINGS

The keyless starting system may not
function if the key is close to metal
objects or electronic devices such as

mobile phones.

Always check that the steering wheel
lock is deactivated before
attempting to move your vehicle.

Note: A valid passive key must be located
inside the vehicle to switch the ignition on
and start the engine.

Note: To start your engine you must also
fully depress the brake or clutch pedal,
depending on the transmission fitted.

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Ignition on

Press the start button once. All electrical
circuits are operational, warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.

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Starting and Stopping the Engine

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.

1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.

2. Briefly press the start button.

Starting a diesel engine

Note: Engine cranking will not commence

until the engine glow plug cycle has been
completed. This may take several seconds
in extremely cold conditions.

Note: Continue to press the clutch or brake
pedal until engine cranking begins.

Failure to start

The passive starting system will not
function if:

• The passive key frequencies are
jammed.

• The passive key battery is flat.

If you are unable to start your vehicle carry
out the following procedure.

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1. Hold the key next to the steering
column shroud exactly as shown.

2. With the key in this position you can
use the start button to switch the
ignition on and start your vehicle.

Stopping the engine with the
vehicle stationary

Note: The ignition, all electrical circuits,

warning lamps and indicators will be
switched off.

Manual transmission

Press the start button.

Automatic transmission

1. Move the selector lever to position P.

2. Press the start button.

Stopping the engine when the
vehicle is moving

WARNING

Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a

loss of brake and steering assistance.
The steering will not be locked, but higher
effort will be required. When the ignition is
switched off some electrical circuits,
warning lamps and indicators may also be
OFF.

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Starting and Stopping the Engine

Press and hold the start button for two
seconds, or press three times within three
seconds.

STEERING WHEEL LOCK

WARNING

Always check that the steering is
unlocked before attempting to move
your vehicle.

Vehicles without keyless starting

To activate the steering wheel lock;

1. Remove the key from the ignition
switch.

2. Turn the steering wheel.

Vehicles with keyless starting

Note: The steering wheel lock will not

activate when the ignition is on or the
vehicle is moving.

Your vehicle has an electronically
controlled steering wheel lock. This
operates automatically.

The steering wheel lock will activate after
a short period of time once you have
parked your vehicle and the passive key is
outside of the vehicle.

Deactivating the steering wheel lock

Switch the ignition on, or:
Vehicles with automatic transmission

• Press the brake pedal.

Vehicles with manual transmission

• Press the clutch pedal.

STARTING A PETROL ENGINE

Note: You can only operate the starter for

a maximum of 30 seconds at a time.

Cold or hot engine

All vehicles

CAUTION

When the temperature is below -20°C
(-4°F), switch the ignition on for at

least one second before starting the
engine. This will make sure that the
maximum fuel pressure is established for
starting the engine.

Vehicles with manual transmission

Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.

1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.

2. Start the engine.

3. If the engine does not start, fully

depress the brake and clutch pedals
and try again.

Vehicles with automatic transmission

Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.

1. Select park or neutral.

2. Fully depress the brake pedal.

3. Start the engine.

All vehicles

If the engine does not start within 15
seconds, wait for a short period and try
again.

If the engine does not start after three
attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow the
Flooded engine procedure.

If you have difficulty starting the engine
when the temperature is below -25°C
(-13°F), press the accelerator pedal
between ¼ to ½ of its travel and try again.

Flooded engine

Vehicles with manual transmission

1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.

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Starting and Stopping the Engine

2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal and
hold it there.

3. Start the engine.

Vehicles with automatic transmission

1. Select park or neutral.

2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal and
hold it there.

3. Fully depress the brake pedal.

4. Start the engine.

All vehicles

If the engine does not start, repeat the

Cold or hot engine procedure.

Engine idle speed after starting

The speed at which the engine idles
immediately after starting will vary
depending on the engine temperature.

If the engine is cold then the idle speed will
automatically be increased in order to heat
the catalytic converter as quickly as
possible. This makes sure that vehicle
emissions are kept to an absolute
minimum.

The idle speed will slowly decrease to the
normal level as the catalytic converter
warms up.

STARTING A DIESEL ENGINE

Cold or hot engine

All vehicles

Note: When the temperature is below -15°C

(5°F), you may need to crank the engine for
up to 25 seconds. If you consistently operate
the vehicle in such temperatures, we
recommend that you have an engine block
heater fitted.

Note: Continue cranking the engine until it
starts.

Note: You can only operate the starter for
a maximum of 30 seconds at a time.

Switch the ignition on and wait
until the glow plug indicator goes
off.

Vehicles with manual transmission

Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.

1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.

2. Start the engine.

3. If the engine does not start, fully
depress the brake and clutch pedals
and try again.

Vehicles with automatic transmission

1. Select park or neutral.

2. Fully depress the brake pedal.

3. Start the engine.

DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER

The DPF forms part of the emissions
reduction systems fitted to your vehicle. It
filters harmful diesel particulates (soot)
from the exhaust gas.

Regeneration

WARNING

Do not park or idle your vehicle over
dry leaves, dry grass or other

combustible materials. The DPF
regeneration process creates very high
exhaust gas temperatures and the exhaust
will radiate a considerable amount of heat
during and after DPF regeneration, and
after you have switched the engine off.
This is a potential fire hazard.

CAUTION

Avoid running out of fuel.

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Starting and Stopping the Engine

Note: After you have switched your engine

off the fans may continue to run for a short
period of time.

Unlike a normal filter which requires
periodic replacement, the DPF has been
designed to regenerate, or clean itself to
maintain operating efficiency. The
regeneration process takes place
automatically. However, some driving
conditions mean that you may need to
support the regeneration process.

If you drive only short distances or your
journeys contain frequent stopping and
starting, where there is increased
acceleration and deceleration, occasional
trips with the following conditions will
assist the regeneration process:

• Drive your vehicle at a constant speed,
preferably on a main road or motorway,
for up to 20 minutes.

• Avoid prolonged idling and always
observe speed limits and road
conditions.

• Do not switch off the ignition.

• Use a lower gear than normal to

maintain a higher engine speed during
this journey, where appropriate.

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Starting and Stopping the Engine

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNINGS

Stop refuelling after the fuel nozzle
stops the second time. Additional

fuel will fill the expansion space in
the fuel tank which could lead to fuel
overflowing. Fuel spillage could be
hazardous to other road users.

Do not use any kind of flames or heat

near the fuel system. The fuel system

is under pressure. There is a risk of
injury if the fuel system is leaking.

FUEL QUALITY - PETROL

CAUTION

Do not use leaded petrol or petrol with
additives containing other metallic
compounds (e.g. manganese-based).

They could damage the emission system.

Note: We recommend that you use only
high quality fuel without additives or other
engine treatments.

Use minimum 95 octane unleaded
petrol that meets the specification defined
by EN 228, or equivalent.

FUEL QUALITY - DIESEL

WARNING

Do not mix diesel with oil, petrol or

other liquids. This could cause a

chemical reaction.

CAUTIONS

Do not add kerosene, paraffin or
petrol to diesel. This could cause
damage to the fuel system.

CAUTIONS

Use diesel that meets the
specification defined by EN 590, or
the relevant national specification.

Note: We recommend that you use only
high quality fuel.

Note: The use of additives or other engine
treatments not approved by Ford is not
recommended.

Note: We do not recommend the prolonged
use of additives intended to prevent fuel
waxing.

Long-term storage

Most diesel fuels contain bio-diesel, it is
recommended to fill the tank with purely
mineral diesel (where available) or add an
anti-oxidant prior to long-term storage of
your vehicle exceeding two months. Your
dealer can help you with a suitable
anti-oxidant.

FUEL FILLER FLAP

WARNINGS

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

Do not use any kind of flames or heat
near the fuel system. The fuel system
is under pressure. There is a risk of

injury if the fuel system is leaking.

CAUTION

If you use a high pressure spray to
wash your vehicle, only spray the fuel
filler flap briefly from a distance not

less than 20 centimetres (8 inches).

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

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

WARNING

Stop refuelling after the fuel nozzle
stops the second time. Additional

fuel will fill the expansion space in
the fuel tank which could lead to fuel
overflowing. Fuel spillage could be
hazardous to other road users.

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Insert the fuel nozzle up to and including
the first notch on the nozzle. Keep it resting
on the cover of the fuel pipe opening.

WARNING

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

to drain into the fuel tank.

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Slightly raise the fuel nozzle to remove it.

Vehicles with tyre repair kit

A funnel is located in the spare wheel well.
Use this when refilling with a fuel can.

Vehicles without tyre repair kit

A funnel is located in the glove box. Use
this when refilling with a fuel can.

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

WARNING

Do not park or idle your vehicle over
dry leaves, dry grass or other

combustible materials. The exhaust
will radiate a considerable amount of heat
during use, and after you have switched
the engine off. This is a potential fire
hazard.

Driving with a catalytic converter

CAUTIONS

Avoid running out of fuel.

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CAUTIONS

Do not crank the engine for long
periods.

Do not run the engine when a spark
plug lead is disconnected.

Do not push-start or tow-start your
vehicle. Use booster cables. See
Jump-Starting the Vehicle (page

137).
Do not switch the ignition off when

driving.

REFUELLING

CAUTION

Do not attempt to start the engine if
you have filled the fuel tank with the
incorrect fuel. This could damage the

engine. Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician immediately.

FUEL CONSUMPTION

The CO2 and fuel consumption figures are
derived from laboratory tests according to
EEC Directive 80/1268/EEC and
subsequent amendments and are carried
out by all vehicle manufacturers.

They are intended as a comparison
between makes and models of vehicles.
They are not intended to represent the real
world fuel consumption you may get from
your vehicle. Real world fuel consumption
is governed by many factors including;
driving style, high speed driving, stop/start
driving, air conditioning usage, the
accessories fitted and towing etc.

Your Ford dealer can give you advice on
improving your fuel consumption.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Fuel Consumption Figures

CO2 Emis-

sions

CombinedExtra-UrbanUrban

Variant

g/km

l/100 km

(mpg)

l/100 km

(mpg)

l/100 km

(mpg)

1275.5 (51.4)4.4 (64.2)7.3 (38.7)

1.25L Duratec-16V (Sigma)
(44kW/60PS) Stage V

1295.6 (50.4)4.5 (62.8)7.4 (38.2)

1.25L Duratec-16V (Sigma)
(60kW/82PS) Stage V

1335.7 (49.6)4.6 (61.4)7.5 (37.7)

1.4L Duratec-16V (Sigma)
(71kW/96PS) Stage IV,
manual transmission

1335.8 (48.7)4.7 (60.1)7.6 (37.2)

1.4L Duratec-16V (Sigma)
(71kW/96PS) Stage V,
manual transmission

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CO2 Emis-

sions

CombinedExtra-UrbanUrban

Variant

g/km

l/100 km

(mpg)

l/100 km

(mpg)

l/100 km

(mpg)

1546.5 (43.5)5.1 (55.4)8.9 (31.7)

1.4L Duratec-16V (Sigma)
(71kW/96PS) Stage IV,
automatic transmission

1546.6 (42.8)5.2 (54.3)8.9 (31.7)

1.4L Duratec-16V (Sigma)
(71kW/96PS) Stage V,
automatic transmission

1345.8 (48.7)4.6 (61.4)7.9 (35.8)

1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT
(Sigma) (88kW/120PS)
Stage V

1395.9 (47.9)4.8 (58.9)8.0 (35.3)

1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT
(Sigma) (99kW/134PS)
Stage V

1104.2 (67.3)3.5 (80.7)5.3 (53.3)

1.4L Duratorq-TDCi (DV)
Diesel (50kW/68PS) Stage
IV

1074.1 (68.9)3.6 (78.5)4.8 (58.9)

1.4L Duratorq-TDCi (DV)
Diesel (51kW/70PS) Stage
V

1074.1 (68.9)3.6 (78.5)4.9 (57.6)

1.6L Duratorq-TDCi (DV)
Diesel (55kW/75PS) Stage
V

1074.1 (68.9)3.6 (78.5)4.9 (57.6)

1.6L Duratorq-TDCi (DV)
Diesel (70kW/95PS) Stage
V

983.7(76.3)3.2 (88.3)4.6 (61.4)

1.6L Duratorq-TDCi ECOn­etic (70kW/95PS) Stage V

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MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Selecting reverse gear

CAUTIONS

Do not engage reverse gear when the
vehicle is moving. This can cause
damage to the transmission.

Fully depress the clutch pedal and
wait for three seconds before you
select reverse gear.

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On some vehicles it is necessary to raise
the collar whilst selecting reverse gear.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

General information

This transmission also allows you to
change gear manually (similar to a manual
transmission).

Selector lever positions

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ParkP
ReverseR
NeutralN
DriveD
Manual shiftingM

WARNING

Apply the brakes before moving the
selector lever and keep them applied
until you are ready to move off.

Note: A cold engine has a higher idle speed.
This will increase the tendency for your
vehicle to creep when you have selected a
drive gear.

Press the button on the selector lever to
select reverse and park.

The selector lever position will be shown
in the information display.

Park

WARNINGS

Select park only when your vehicle
is stationary.

Apply the parking brake and
select park before leaving your
vehicle. Make sure that the selector

lever is latched in position.

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Transmission

Note: An audible warning will sound if you

open the driver's door and you have not
selected park.

Note: The battery saver will deactivate the
warning chime after a period of time.

In this position, power is not transmitted
to the drive wheels and the transmission
is locked. You can start the engine with the
selector lever in this position.

Reverse

WARNING

Select reverse only when your vehicle
is stationary and the engine is at idle
speed.

Neutral

In this position, power is not transmitted
to the drive wheels but the transmission is
not locked. You can start the engine with
the selector lever in this position.

Drive

Select drive to shift automatically through
the forward gears.

Manual shifting

Note: A shift will occur only when the

vehicle speed and the engine speed are
appropriate.

Select manual shifting to shift manually
through the forward gears. Push the
selector lever forwards to shift down and
pull it backwards to shift up.

WARNING

Do not hold the selector lever
permanently in – or +.

Gears can be skipped by moving the
selector lever repeatedly at short intervals.

Manual mode also provides a kickdown
function. See Kickdown.

The transmission will automatically
downshift when the engine speed is too
low and upshift when to high.

Drive modes

The transmission will select the
appropriate gear for optimum performance
based on ambient temperature, road
gradient, vehicle load and driver input.

Hints on driving with an automatic
transmission

Moving off

WARNING

It is not possible to tow-start or
push-start a vehicle fitted with an
automatic transmission. See

Jump-Starting the Vehicle (page 137).

1. Release the parking brake.

2. 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.

Kickdown

Press the accelerator pedal fully with the
selector lever in the drive position to select
the next lowest gear for optimum
performance. Release the accelerator
pedal when you no longer require
kickdown.

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Transmission

Emergency park position release
lever

Use the lever to move the selector lever
from the park position in the event of an
electrical malfunction or if your vehicle has
a flat battery.

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CAUTION

Take care when lifting up the hinged
cover.

Lift up the hinged cover in the centre
console next to the selector lever with a
small flat bladed tool.

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With a suitable object push down the
locking lever in the slot and simultaneously
move the selector lever out of the P
position.

Note: If position P is selected again, this
procedure must be repeated.

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Transmission

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Disc brakes

Wet brake discs result in reduced braking
efficiency. Dab the brake pedal when
driving from a car wash to remove the film
of water.

ABS

WARNING

The ABS does not relieve you of your
responsibility to drive with due care
and attention.

The ABS helps you to maintain full steering
and directional stability when you brake
heavily in an emergency, by preventing the
road wheels from locking.

HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKES

When the ABS is operating, the brake pedal
will pulse. This is normal. Maintain pressure
on the brake pedal.

The ABS will not eliminate the dangers
inherent when:

• you drive too close to the vehicle in
front of you.

• the vehicle is aquaplaning.

• you take corners too fast.

• the road surface is poor.

PARKING BRAKE

All vehicles

WARNING

Vehicles with an automatic
transmission should always be left
with the selector lever in position P.

• Press the foot brake pedal firmly.

• Pull the parking brake lever up smartly

to its fullest extent.

• Do not press the release button while
pulling the lever up.

• If your vehicle is parked on a hill and
facing uphill, select first gear and turn
the steering wheel away from the kerb.

• If your vehicle is parked on a hill and
facing downhill, select reverse gear and
turn the steering wheel towards the
kerb.

To release the parking brake, press the
brake pedal firmly, pull the lever up slightly,
depress the release button and push the
lever down.

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Brakes