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EnglishStarting and Stopping the Engine -> Starting a Gasoline Engine-Manual Transmission for your Ford Fiesta 2017-2023
Starting and Stopping the Engine
Starting System Information Messages
Message
Action
Full accessory power
active
Displays if you switch the ignition on and do not start the
engine.
Cranking time exceeded Displays if you exceed the starting time limit. You cannot
attempt to start the engine for 15 minutes. If you cannot start
the engine after 15 minutes passes, have your vehicle imme-
diately checked.
Starting system
malfunction
Displays if you are unable to start your vehicle with a correctly
coded key. The system has detected a fault that requires
service. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE - MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
Note: The engine takes longer to start at
lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.
Vehicles with a Push Button
The speed at which the engine idles
immediately after starting is optimized to
minimize vehicle emissions and maximize
cabin comfort and fuel economy.
Note: You can only attempt to start the
engine for a limited amount of time before
the starting system temporarily disables. If
you exceed the starting time limit, a
message may appear and you cannot
attempt to start the engine for at least 15
minutes.
Ignition Switch
See Push Button Ignition Switch (page
124).
Failure to Start
If you cannot start the engine after 3
attempts, wait 10 seconds and do the
following:
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
Before starting your vehicle, check the
1. Fully press the clutch pedal.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Shift into neutral.
following:
•
Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
•
•
Make sure the parking brake is on.
4. Fully press the accelerator pedal and
hold it there.
Make sure the transmission is in
neutral.
5. Turn the key to position III and wait
until the engine stops.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1. Fully press the clutch pedal.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
2. Turn the key to position III.
6. Release the accelerator pedal.
7. Start the engine.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
Vehicles with a Push Button Ignition
a timer counting down. If you do not
intervene within 30 seconds, your vehicle
shuts down. Another message appears in
the information display to inform you that
your vehicle has shut down to save fuel.
Start your vehicle as normal.
Switch
See Push Button Ignition Switch (page
124).
Automatic Engine Shutdown
Automatic Engine Shutdown Override
For vehicles with a push button ignition
switch, the engine shuts down if it has been
idling for an extended period. The ignition
also turns off to save battery power.
You can stop the shutdown, or reset the
timer, at any point before the 30-second
countdown has expired by doing any of the
following:
Before your vehicle shuts down, a message
appears in the information display showing
•
•
Pressing the brake or accelerator pedal.
Switching off the automatic engine
shutdown in the information display.
•
Pressing the OK or RESET button
during the 30-second countdown.
Switching the Automatic Engine Shutdown On or Off
To switch the automatic engine shutdown on or off, use the information display
controls on the steering wheel to select the following:
Menu Item
Settings
Action
Press the menu button.
Press the OK button.
Press the OK button.
Vehicle settings
30min max idle
Note: You cannot permanently switch off
the automatic shutdown. If you switch it
off, it turns on each time you switch the
ignition on.
Vehicles with a Push Button Ignition
Switch
See Push Button Ignition Switch (page
124).
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1. Shift into neutral.
2. Turn the key to position 0.
3. Apply the parking brake.
WARNING: Switching off the
engine when your vehicle is still moving
results in a significant decrease in
braking assistance. Higher effort is
required to apply the brakes and to stop
your vehicle. A significant decrease in
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
Engine Warning Lamps
steering assistance could also occur. The
steering does not lock, but higher effort
could be required to steer your vehicle.
When you switch the ignition off, some
electrical circuits, for example airbags,
also turn off. If you unintentionally switch
the ignition off, shift into neutral (N) and
restart the engine.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Check Engine
If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. The On Board
Diagnostics system has detected a
malfunction of the vehicle emission control
system.
If it flashes, engine misfire may be
occurring. Increased exhaust gas
temperatures could damage the catalytic
converter or other vehicle components.
Avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration
and have your vehicle immediately
serviced.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1. Shift into neutral and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. Turn the key to position 0.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with a Push Button Ignition
Switch
Powertrain Warning Lamp
See Push Button Ignition Switch (page
124).
If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. If it flashes
when you are driving, immediately reduce
the vehicle speed. Avoid heavy
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may
result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger
acceleration and deceleration and have
your vehicle immediately serviced.
If both lamps illuminate when the engine
is running, stop your vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so. Continuing to drive your
vehicle may cause reduced power or the
engine to stop. Switch the ignition off and
attempt to restart the engine. Have your
vehicle immediately checked.
compartment. If you smell exhaust
fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not
drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
•
•
Open the windows at least 3 cm (1 in).
Set your climate control to outside air.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
Starting System Information Messages
Message
Action
Full accessory power
active
Displays if you switch the ignition on and do not start the
engine.
Cranking time exceeded Displays if you exceed the starting time limit. You cannot
attempt to start the engine for 15 minutes. If you cannot start
the engine after 15 minutes passes, have your vehicle imme-
diately checked.
Starting system
malfunction
Displays if you are unable to start your vehicle with a correctly
coded key. The system has detected a fault that requires
service. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Note: You can only attempt to start the
engine for a limited amount of time before
STARTING A DIESEL ENGINE
the starting system temporarily disables. If
you exceed the starting time limit, a
message may appear and you cannot
attempt to start the engine for at least 15
minutes.
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
•
Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
Vehicles with a Push Button
•
•
Make sure the parking brake is on.
Ignition Switch
Make sure the transmission is in
See Push Button Ignition Switch (page
neutral.
124).
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
Failure to Start
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1. Turn the key to position II.
2. Wait until the glow plug indicator turns
off.
If the engine does not start, do the
3. Fully press the clutch pedal.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
4. Turn the key to position III.
Note: Releasing the clutch pedal when the
engine is starting stops the engine cranking
and the ignition returns to on.
Note: When the temperature is below -15°C
(5°F), you may need to crank the engine for
up to 10 seconds.
following:
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Shift into neutral.
4. Turn the key to position III until the
engine starts.
Vehicles with a Push Button Ignition
Switch
See Push Button Ignition Switch (page
124).
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