Ford Ford Fiesta 2010, Owner'S Manual, Page: 81 / 192

GENERAL INFORMATION
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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 Using booster cables
(page 119).
STEERING WHEEL LOCK
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WARNING
Always check that the steering is
unlocked before attempting to
move your vehicle.
To activate the steering wheel lock:
1. Remove the key from the ignition
switch.
2. Turn the steering wheel.
STARTING A PETROL
ENGINE
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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
-20ºC (-4ºF), 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.
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 -25ºC
(-13ºF), 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 the engine