Ford Fiesta 2011 User Manual

FORD FIESTA Owner's Manual

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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

Table of Contents

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

Table of Contents

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

Table of Contents

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

Table of Contents

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

Table of Contents

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.

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

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Bumper and radiator grille

• Radiator grille

• Front and rear bumper

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Introduction

Exterior mirror

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Glass

• Rear window

• Side glass

• Windscreen

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Lighting

• Rear lamps

• Headlamp

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Introduction

AT A GLANCE

Instrument panel overview

Left-hand drive

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At a Glance

Right-hand drive

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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).

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

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

At a Glance

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).

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

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).

Locking and unlocking

Unlocking the vehicle

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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).

At a Glance

Keyless entry

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

Locking the vehicle

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Locking buttons are located on each of the front doors.

Press a locking button once.

Unlocking the vehicle

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Press a locking button once.

See Keyless Entry (page 35).

Keyless starting

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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.

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.

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WARNING

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

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See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 40).

Manual climate control

Recommended settings for cooling

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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

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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).

At a Glance

Automatic climate control

Recommended settings for cooling

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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

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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

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

See Lighting Control (page 46).

Direction indicators

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

See Direction Indicators (page 48).

At a Glance

Autowipers

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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

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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

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At a Glance

Returning the seatback to the seating position - 3-door

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See Manual Seats (page 80).

Fuel filler flap

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

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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.

See Fuel filler flap (page 91).

At a Glance

CHILD SEATS

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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

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Secure children that weigh less than 13 kilograms (29 pounds) in a rearward facing baby safety seat (Group 0+) in the rear seat.

Child Safety

Child safety seat

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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.

Child Safety

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

Size class

Rear outboard seat ISOFIX

IL, IUF

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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.

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)

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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)

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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

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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).

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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.

Child Safety

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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.

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Left-hand side

Turn anti-clockwise to lock and clockwise to unlock.

Right-hand side

Turn clockwise to lock and anti-clockwise to unlock.

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

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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).

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

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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

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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.

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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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.

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.

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.

Occupant protection

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