Driving Hints
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
BREAKING-IN
Tires
New tires need to be run-in for
approximately 500 km (300 mi). During
this time, you may experience different
driving characteristics.
The following helps to improve fuel
consumption:
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Regularly check your tire pressures and
make sure that they are inflated to the
correct pressure. See Tire Pressures
(page 285).
Follow the recommended maintenance
schedule and carry out the
recommended checks.
Brakes and Clutch
Avoid heavy use of the brakes and clutch
if possible for the first 150 km (100 mi) in
town and for the first 1,500 km (1,000 mi)
on freeways.
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Plan your journey and check the traffic
before you set off.
Avoid idling the engine in cold weather
or for extended periods. Start the
engine only when you are ready to set
off.
Engine
Avoid driving too fast during the first
1,500 km (1,000 mi). Vary your speed
frequently and change up through the
gears early. Do not labor the engine.
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Do not carry unnecessary weight in your
vehicle as extra weight wastes fuel.
Do not add unnecessary accessories
to the exterior of your vehicle, for
example running boards. If you use a
roof rack, remember to fold it down or
remove it when not in use.
Vehicles With a Diesel Engine
During the first 3,000 km (2,000 mi), you
may notice a ticking sound when your
vehicle slows down. This is due to
adjustments of your new diesel engine and
is normal.
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Drive smoothly, accelerate gently and
anticipate the road ahead to avoid
heavy braking.
Switch off all electric systems when
not in use, for example air conditioning.
Make sure that you unplug any
accessories from the auxiliary power
points when not in use.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
WARNING: Do not drive through
flowing or deep water as you may lose
control of your vehicle.
COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
Note: Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
The functional operation of some
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
components and systems can be affected
at temperatures below -25°C (-13°F).
enters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of the front
rocker area of your vehicle.
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Fiesta (CE1) Vehicles Built From: 06-01-2020 Vehicles Built Up To: 19-04-2020, CG3654en enGBR, Edition date: 201909, Second-Printing
