Ford Fiesta: Cruise Control, Driving Aids

Ford Fiesta 2009-2019 Owners Manual

Cruise Control

Principle of Operation

WARNING

The system does not relieve you of your responsibility to drive with due care and attention.

Cruise control allows you to control your speed using the switches on the steering wheel. You can use cruise control when you exceed approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).

Using Cruise Control

WARNINGS

Do not use cruise control in heavy traffic, on winding roads or when the road surface is slippery. This could result in loss of vehicle control, serious injury or death.

When you are going downhill, your speed may increase above the set speed. The system will not apply the brakes. Change down a gear to assist the system in maintaining the set speed.

Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control, serious injury or death.

Note: Cruise control will disengage if your vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed while driving uphill.

The cruise controls are located on the steering wheel.

Switching Cruise Control On

Press and release ON.

The indicator will display in the instrument cluster.

Setting a Speed

1. Accelerate to the desired speed.

2. Press and release SET+.

3. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Changing the Set Speed

• Press and hold SET+ or SET-. Release the control when you reach the desired speed.
• Press and release SET+ or SET-. The set speed will change in approximately 1 mph (2 km/h) increments.
• Press the accelerator or brake pedal until you reach the desired speed. Press and release SET+.

Canceling the Set Speed

Press and release CAN, or tap the brake pedal. The set speed will not be erased.

Resuming the Set Speed

Press and release RES.

Switching Cruise Control Off

Note: You will erase the set speed if you switch the system off.

Press and release OFF or switch the ignition off.

 

Driving Aids

Steering

Electric Power Steering

WARNINGS

The electric power steering system has diagnostic checks that continuously monitor the system to ensure proper operation. When a system error is detected a steering message will appear in the information display.

The electric power steering system has diagnostic checks that continuously monitor the system to ensure proper operation of the electronic system. When an electronic error is detected, a message will be displayed in the information display. If this happens, stop the vehicle in a safe place, and turn off the engine. After at least 10 seconds, reset the system by restarting the engine, and watch the information display for a steering message. If a steering message returns, or returns while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked.

Obtain immediate service if a system error is detected. You may not notice any difference in the feel of your steering, but a serious condition may exist.

Failure to do so may result in loss of steering control.

Your vehicle is equipped with an electric power-assisted steering system. There is no fluid reservoir to check or fill.

If your vehicle loses electrical power while you are driving (or if the ignition is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. Extreme continuous steering may increase the effort it takes for you to steer. This occurs to prevent internal overheating and permanent damage to your steering system. If this should occur, you will neither lose the ability to steer the vehicle manually nor will it cause permanent damage. Typical steering and driving maneuvers will allow the system to cool and steering assist will return to normal.

Steering Tips

If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:

• an improperly inflated tire
• uneven tire wear
• loose or worn suspension components
• loose or worn steering components
• improper vehicle alignment

A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander or pull.

Adaptive Learning

The EPS system adaptive learning helps correct for road irregularities and improves overall handling and steering feel. It communicates with the vehicle's brake system to help operate advanced stability control and accident avoidance systems.

Additionally, whenever the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the vehicle must be driven a short distance before the strategy is relearned and all systems are reactivated.