Market Segment:
Subcompact car
Target Audience:
Owners seeking DIY repairs, independent repair shops, dealership technicians
Competitors:
Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris, Chevrolet Sonic, Hyundai Accent
Manual Advantage:
Official factory information, specific to vehicle, comprehensive coverage
Diy Benefit:
Saves money, provides learning experience, empowers owners
Engine:
Full engine repair, diagnostics, and overhaul
Transmission:
Manual and automatic transmission service, repair, and diagnostics
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, ABS, EBD, brake pad and rotor replacement, caliper service
Electrical:
Wiring schematics, component testing, diagnostic procedures, battery, charging system, lighting, body controls
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension components, alignment, shock absorbers, struts
Steering:
Power steering system, steering rack, tie rod ends
Cooling:
Radiator, thermostat, water pump, coolant specifications, hose replacement
Fuel:
Fuel pump, injectors, fuel filter replacement, fuel system diagnostics
Exhaust:
Exhaust manifold, catalytic converter, muffler replacement, pipe repair
Body:
Body panel removal and installation, doors, hood, trunk, glass, interior trim
HVAC:
Air conditioning system, heater core, blower motor, controls
Safety Systems:
Airbag system, seat belts, SRS diagnostics
Maintenance:
Oil change, filter replacement, spark plug service, fluid checks and top-offs
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides, symptom-based diagnostics, OBD-II diagnostics
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for component replacement and repair
Rebuilds:
Engine and transmission rebuild procedures
Installation:
Accessory installation, component upgrades
Depth:
Complete factory-level service, diagnosis, and repair
NHTSA Rating:
Generally rated well, often 4 or 5 stars for overall safety (check specific market ratings)
IIHS Rating:
Good in most categories, often a Top Safety Pick contender
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System
Ebd:
Standard Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Esc:
Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Airbags:
Front, side, and curtain airbags
Seatbelts:
3-point seatbelts with pretensioners
Sync System:
Ford SYNC (version may vary) with voice control, Bluetooth, USB connectivity.
Screen Size:
Optional touchscreen displays (e.g., 4.2-inch or 6.5-inch).
Parking Assist:
Optional rear parking sensors.
Cruise Control:
Standard or optional cruise control.
Connectivity Options:
Bluetooth, USB, Auxiliary audio input.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (refer to manual for specific engine/oil type).
Air Filter Replacement:
Recommended every 30,000 miles or as needed based on driving conditions.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Typically around 60,000-100,000 miles for iridium spark plugs (check manual).
Engine Oil Specification:
Refer to manual for specific viscosity grade (e.g., 5W-20, 5W-30) and Ford WSS-M2C948-B or equivalent.
Coolant Specification:
Ford Super Plus Premium coolant (Green) or equivalent meeting WSS-M97B44-D.
Transmission Fluid Manual:
Refer to manual for specific gear oil specification (e.g., API GL-4).
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Ford Motorcraft XT-11-QGC (MERCON LV) or equivalent for PowerShift.
Power Shift Transmission Issues:
Some reports of clutch shudder, rough shifting, and transmission control module (TCM) issues.
Engine Mount Wear:
Potential for premature wear of engine mounts, leading to vibrations.
Evaporative Emissions System:
Possible issues with EVAP canister purge valves or vent solenoids.
Ford Heritage:
Long history of producing affordable, reliable, and popular compact and subcompact vehicles globally.
Fiesta Evolution:
Sixth generation (Mk6), a significant redesign for global markets, introducing Ford's Kinetic Design language.
Production Locations:
Primarily manufactured in Cologne, Germany; also produced in Valencia, Spain; Cuautitlán, Mexico; and Rayong, Thailand.
