Ford Ford Fiesta 2010, Owner'S Manual

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Top up with fluid that meets the Ford
specification. See
Technical
specifications (page 115).
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
(G558290)
Checking the coolant level
WARNING
Do not allow the fluid to touch your
skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse
the affected areas immediately with
plenty of water and contact your doctor.
CAUTION
Make sure that the level is between
the
MIN and the MAX marks.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot.
The level may therefore extend beyond
the
MAX mark.
If the level is at the MIN mark, top up
immediately.
Topping up
WARNINGS
Only top up when the engine is cold.
If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutes
for the engine to cool down.
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running.
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is hot. Wait for the engine
to cool down.
Undiluted coolant is flammable and
may ignite if spilt on a hot exhaust.
CAUTIONS
In an emergency, you can add just
water to the cooling system to reach
a vehicle service station. Have the
system checked by a properly trained
technician as soon as possible.
Prolonged use of incorrect dilution of
the coolant can cause engine
damage from corrosion, overheating
or freezing.
Unscrew the cap slowly . Any pressure
will escape slowly as you unscrew the
cap.
CAUTION
Do not top up further than the MAX
mark.
Top up with a 50/50 mixture of coolant
and water using fluid that meets the Ford
specification. See
Technical
specifications (page 115).
WASHER FLUID CHECK
(G558292)
The front and rear washer systems are
supplied from the same reservoir.
BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID
CHECK
(G558291)
WARNINGS
Do not allow the fluid to touch your
skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse
the affected areas immediately with
plenty of water and contact your doctor.
If the level is at the MIN mark, have
the system checked by a properly
trained technician as soon as
possible.
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