Ford Fiesta: Stability Control

Ford Fiesta 2009-2019 Owners Manual

Principle of Operation

Electronic Stability Program

WARNINGS

The system does not relieve you of your responsibility to drive with due care and attention. Failure to drive with due care and attention could lead to loss of vehicle control.

Vehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and wheel and tire size may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance of the AdvanceTrac system. In addition, installing any stereo loudspeakers may interfere with and adversely affect the AdvanceTrac system.

Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible from the front center console, the tunnel, and the front seats in order to minimize the risk of interfering with the AdvanceTrac sensors. Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac system could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.

Remember that even advanced technology cannot defy the laws of physics. It's always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Aggressive driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage. Activation of the AdvanceTrac system is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this could reduce the operator's ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. If your AdvanceTrac system activates, SLOW DOWN.

1. Without Advance Trac
2. With Advance Trac

The system supports stability when your vehicle starts to slide away from your intended path. This is performed by braking individual wheels and reducing engine torque as needed.

The system also provides an enhanced traction control function by reducing engine torque if the wheels spin when you accelerate. This improves your ability to pull away on slippery roads or loose surfaces, and improves comfort by limiting wheel spin in hairpin bends.

Stability Control Warning Lamp

While driving, it flashes when the system is operating. See Warning Lamps and Indicators.

Using Stability Control

Note: The system automatically switches on every time you switch the ignition on.

You can switch the system on and off using the information display. See General Information.

Using Stability Control - 1.6L EcoBoost

Note: The system will switch on automatically every time you switch the ignition on.

Note: You can also switch the system off and on using the information display. See Information Displays.

Switching Sport Mode On

Press the switch. It will illuminate and a message will be displayed in the information display. Press the switch again to return the system to normal mode.

Note: In this mode stability control is only reduced and not switched off completely.

Switching the System Off

Press and hold the switch for approximately five seconds. It will illuminate and a message will be displayed in the information display. Press the switch again to return the system to normal mode.