Get Fuel and Refueling Guide for Ford Fiesta 4 Door Sixth Generation (2009-2016)

Fuel and Refueling

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Automotive fuels can be harmful or

fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as

gasoline is highly toxic and if

swallowed can cause death or

permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed,

call a physician immediately, even if no

symptoms are immediately apparent.

The toxic effects of fuel may not be

visible for hours.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNINGS

Do not overfill the fuel tank. The

pressure in an overfilled tank may

cause leakage and lead to fuel spray

and fire.

The fuel system may be under

pressure. If you hear a hissing sound

near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel

capless fuel system), do not refuel until

the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray

out, which could cause serious personal

injury.

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Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too

much fuel vapor of any kind can lead

to eye and respiratory tract irritation.

In severe cases, excessive or prolonged

breathing of fuel vapor can cause

serious illness and permanent injury.

Automotive fuels can cause serious

injury or death if misused or

mishandled.

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Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If

fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove

contact lenses (if worn), flush with

water for 15 minutes and seek medical

attention. Failure to seek proper

medical attention could lead to

permanent injury.

Flow of fuel through a fuel pump

nozzle can produce static electricity.

This can cause a fire if you are filling

an ungrounded fuel container.

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Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed

through the skin. If fuel is splashed on

the skin, clothing or both, promptly

remove contaminated clothing and

wash skin thoroughly with soap and

water. Repeated or prolonged skin

contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes

skin irritation.

Fuel ethanol and gasoline may

contain benzene, which is a

cancer-causing agent.

When refueling always shut the

engine off and never allow sparks or

open flames near the filler neck.

Never smoke or use a cell phone while

refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely

hazardous under certain conditions. Avoid

inhaling excess fumes.

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Be particularly careful if you are taking

“Antabuse” or other forms of disulfiram

for the treatment of alcoholism.

Breathing gasoline vapors, or skin

contact could cause an adverse

Observe the following guidelines when

handling automotive fuel:

reaction. In sensitive individuals, serious

personal injury or sickness may result.

If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly

wash skin thoroughly with soap and

water. Consult a physician immediately

if you experience an adverse reaction.

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Extinguish all smoking materials and

any open flames before refueling your

vehicle.

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Always turn off the vehicle before

refueling.

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Fuels containing the octane booster

additive, methylcyclopentadienyl

manganese tricarbonyl.

FUEL QUALITY - GASOLINE

ChoosingtheRightFuel(Gasoline

Vehicles)

Leaded fuel. The use of leaded fuel is

prohibited by law.

Use only unleaded gasoline or unleaded

gasoline blended with a maximum of 15%

ethanol in your gasoline vehicle.

Note: The use of any fuel other than the

recommended fuel can cause powertrain

damage, impair the emission control system

or cause loss of vehicle performance and

repairs may not be covered under warranty,.

Do not use:

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Fuels containing more than 15%

ethanol or E-85 fuel.

Octane Recommendations

1.6L Engine

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Fuels containing methanol.

Fuels containing metallic based

additives, including manganese-based

compounds.

Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump

(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 is

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Fuels containing the octane booster

additive, methylcyclopentadienyl

manganese tricarbonyl.

recommended. Some fuel stations offer

fuels posted as regular with an octane

rating below 87, particularly in high altitude

areas. Fuels with octane levels below 87

are not recommended.

Leaded fuel. The use of leaded fuel is

prohibited by law.

Note: The use of any fuel other than the

recommended fuel can cause powertrain

damage, impair the emission control system

or cause loss of vehicle performance and

repairs may not be covered under warranty,.

1.0L and 1.6L EcoBoost Engines

Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump

(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 is

recommended. Some fuel stations offer

fuels posted as regular with an octane

rating below 87, particularly in high altitude

areas. Fuels with octane levels below 87

are not recommended. Premium fuel will

provide improved performance and is

recommended for severe duty usage such

as trailer tow.

Choosing the Right Fuel (Flexible

Fuel Vehicles)

Use only unleaded gasoline or unleaded

gasoline blended with a maximum of 85%

ethanol E-85 in your vehicle. Your vehicle

will have a yellow bezel placed over the

fuel tank filler pipe.

Do not be concerned if your engine

sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it

knocks heavily while you are using fuel with

the recommended octane rating, see an

authorized dealer to prevent any engine

damage.

Do not use:

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Fuels containing more than 85%

ethanol or E-100 fuel.

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Fuels containing methanol.

Fuels containing metallic based

additives, including manganese-based

compounds.

REFUELING

WARNINGS

Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel

fire can cause severe injuries.

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1. Put the vehicle in park (P) or neutral

WARNINGS

on vehicles with manual transmission,

apply the parking brake and switch the

ignition off.

Read and follow all the instructions

on the pump island.

Turn off your engine when you are

refueling.

2. Open the fuel filler door.

3. Slowly insert the fuel filler nozzle fully

into the fuel system, and leave the

nozzle fully inserted until you are done

pumping. Hold handle higher during

insertion for easier access.

Do not smoke if you are near fuel or

refueling your vehicle.

Keep sparks, flames and smoking

materials away from fuel.

4. After you are done pumping fuel, slowly

remove the fuel filler nozzle—allow

about five to ten seconds after

Stay outside your vehicle and do not

leave the fuel pump unattended

when refueling your vehicle. This is

against the law in some places.

pumping fuel before removing the fuel

filler nozzle. This allows residual fuel

to drain back into the fuel tank and not

spill onto the vehicle.

Keep children away from the fuel

pump; never let children pump fuel.

Note: A fuel spillage concern may occur if

overfilling the fuel tank. Do not overfill the

tank to the point that the fuel is able to

bypass the fuel filler nozzle. The overfilled

fuel may run down the drain located below

and in front of the fuel filler door.

Do not use personal electronic

devices while refueling.

Use the following guidelines to avoid

electrostatic charge build-up when filling

an ungrounded fuel container:

If the fuel fill inlet was not properly closed,

a service engine warning lamp may appear

on the instrument cluster.

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Place approved fuel container on the

ground.

Do not fill a fuel container while it is in

the vehicle (including the cargo area).

At the next opportunity, do the following:

1. Put the vehicle in park (P) or neutral

on vehicles with manual transmission,

apply the parking brake and switch the

ignition off.

Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact

with the fuel container while filling.

Do not use a device that would hold

the fuel pump handle in the fill position.

2. Open the fuel filler door and remove

any visible debris from the fuel fill

opening.

Easy Fuel™ Capless Fuel System

3. Insert either the fuel fill nozzle or the

fuel fill funnel provided with the vehicle

several times to allow the inlet to close

properly. This will dislodge any debris

preventing the inlet from sealing.

WARNING

The fuel system may be under

pressure. If you hear a hissing sound

near the fuel filler door, do not refuel

until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may

spray out, which could cause serious

personal injury.

When fueling your vehicle:

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If this action corrects the problem, the

Calculating Fuel Economy

warning lamp may not reset immediately.

It may take several driving cycles for the

warning lamp to turn off. A driving cycle

consists of an engine start-up (after four

or more hours with the engine off) followed

by city or highway driving.

Do not measure fuel economy during the

first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers) of

driving (this is your engine’s break-in

period); a more accurate measurement is

obtained after 2000 miles - 3000 miles

(3200 kilometers - 4800 kilometers). Also,

fuel expense, frequency of fill ups or fuel

gauge readings are not accurate ways to

measure fuel economy.

FUEL CONSUMPTION

Note: The amount of usable fuel in the

empty reserve varies and should not be

relied upon to increase driving range. When

refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge

indicates empty, you might not be able to

refuel the full amount of the advertised

capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty

reserve still present in the tank.

1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record

the initial odometer reading.

2. Each time you fill the tank, record the

amount of fuel added.

3. After at least three to five tank fill ups,

fill the fuel tank and record the current

odometer reading.

Empty reserve is the amount of fuel

remaining in the tank after the fuel gauge

indicates empty. Do not rely on this fuel for

driving. The usable capacity of the fuel

tank is the amount of fuel that can be put

into the tank after the gauge indicates

empty. The advertised capacity is the total

fuel tank size – it is the combined usable

capacity plus the empty reserve.

4. Subtract your initial odometer reading

from the current odometer reading.

5. Calculate fuel economy by dividing

miles traveled by gallons used (For

Metric: Multiply liters used by 100, then

divide by kilometers traveled).

Keep a record for at least one month and

record the type of driving (city or highway).

This provides an accurate estimate of the

vehicle’s fuel economy under current

driving conditions. Additionally, keeping

records during summer and winter show

how temperature impacts fuel economy.

In general, lower temperatures mean lower

fuel economy.

Filling the Tank

For consistent results when filling the fuel

tank:

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Turn the ignition off before fueling; an

inaccurate reading results if the engine

is left running.

Use the same fill rate

(low-medium-high) each time the tank

is filled.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

WARNINGS

Allow no more than two automatic

click-offs when filling.

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle

in dry grass or other dry ground cover.

The emission system heats up the

engine compartment and exhaust system,

which can start a fire.

Results are most accurate when the filling

method is consistent.

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An improperly operating or damaged

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exhaust system may allow exhaust to

enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or

improperly operating exhaust system

inspected and repaired immediately.

Exhaust leaks may result in entry of

harmful and potentially lethal fumes

into the passenger compartment. If

you smell exhaust fumes inside your

vehicle, have your dealer inspect your

vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you

smell exhaust fumes.

Do not make any unauthorized changes to

your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle

owners and anyone who manufactures,

repairs, services, sells, leases, trades

vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles

are not permitted to intentionally remove

an emission control device or prevent it

from working. Information about your

vehicle’s emission system is on the Vehicle

Emission Control Information Decal

located on or near the engine. This decal

also lists engine displacement

Your vehicle is equipped with various

emission control components and a

catalytic converter that will enable your

vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust

emission standards. To make sure that the

catalytic converter and other emission

control components continue to work

properly:

Please consult your warranty information

for complete details.

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Use only the specified fuel listed.

Avoid running out of fuel.

On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)

Do not turn off the ignition while your

vehicle is moving, especially at high

speeds.

Your vehicle is equipped with an on-board

diagnostics system (OBD-II) that monitors

the engine’s emission control system. This

system protects the environment by

ensuring that your vehicle continues to

meet government emission standards. The

OBD-II system also assists your authorized

dealer in properly servicing your vehicle.

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Have the items listed in scheduled

maintenance information performed

according to the specified schedule.

The scheduled maintenance items listed

in scheduled maintenance information are

essential to the life and performance of

your vehicle and to its emissions system.

When the service engine soon

indicator illuminates, the OBD-II

system has detected a

If you use parts other than Ford, Motorcraft

or Ford-authorized parts for maintenance

replacements, or for service of

components affecting emission control,

such non-Ford parts should be the

equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company

parts in performance and durability.

malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may

cause the service engine soon indicator to

illuminate.

Examples of temporary malfunctions are:

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the vehicle has run out of fuel—the

engine may misfire or run poorly

Illumination of the service engine soon

indicator, charging system warning light or

the temperature warning light, fluid leaks,

strange odors, smoke or loss of engine

power could indicate that the emission

control system is not working properly.

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poor fuel quality or water in the

fuel—the engine may misfire or run

poorly

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the fuel fill inlet may not have been

properly closed See Refueling (page

117).

Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test if

the service engine soon indicator is on or

not working properly (bulb is burned out),

or if the OBD-II system has determined

that some of the emission control systems

have not been properly checked. In this

case, your vehicle is not ready for I/M

testing.

driving through deep water—the

electrical system may be wet.

You can correct these temporary

malfunctions by filling the fuel tank with

good quality fuel, properly closing the fuel

fill inlet or letting the electrical system dry

out. After three driving cycles without these

or any other temporary malfunctions

present, the service engine soon indicator

should stay off the next time you start the

engine. A driving cycle consists of a cold

engine startup followed by mixed

If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has

just been serviced, or the battery has

recently run down or been replaced, the

OBD-II system may indicate that the

vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To

determine if the vehicle is ready for I/M

testing, turn the ignition key to the on

position for 15 seconds without cranking

the engine. If the service engine soon

indicator blinks eight times, it means that

the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing; if

the service engine soon indicator stays on

solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for

I/M testing.

city/highway driving. No additional vehicle

service is required.

If the service engine soon indicator remains

on, have your vehicle serviced at the first

available opportunity. Although some

malfunctions detected by the OBD-II may

not have symptoms that are apparent,

continued driving with the service engine

soon indicator on can result in increased

emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced

engine and transmission smoothness, and

lead to more costly repairs.

The OBD-II system monitors the emission

control system during normal driving. A

complete check may take several days. If

the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, you

may need to perform the following driving

cycle consisting of mixed city and highway

driving:

Readiness for

Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)

Testing

Drive on an expressway or highway for a

steady 15 minutes, followed by 20 minutes

of stop-and-go driving with at least four

30-second idle periods.

Some state/provincial and local

governments may have

Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs

to inspect the emission control equipment

on your vehicle. Failure to pass this

inspection could prevent you from getting

a vehicle registration.

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight

hours without starting the engine. Then,

start the engine and complete the above

driving cycle. The engine must warm up to

its normal operating temperature. Once

started, do not turn off the engine until the

above driving cycle is complete. If the

vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, you

will have to repeat the above driving cycle.

If the service engine soon

indicator is on or the bulb does

not work, you may need to have

the vehicle serviced. See On-Board

Diagnostics (OBD-II).

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