Cruise control, Principles of operation, Using cruise control (if equipped) – FORD 2013 Fiesta v.2 User Manual

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PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

Cruise control lets you maintain a set speed without keeping your foot
on the accelerator pedal.

USING CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: Do not use cruise control in heavy traffic or on
roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.

Note: Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up or down a
steep hill. Apply the brakes if your vehicle speed increases above the set
speed while driving downhill.

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 speed controls are located on the steering
wheel.

Switching On Cruise Control

Press and release ON.

Setting a Speed

1. Accelerate to the desired speed.

2. Press and release SET+.

3. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

The indicator will turn on in the instrument cluster.

Changing the Set Speed
• Press and hold SET+ or SET– to increase or decrease the set speed.

Release the control when you reach the desired speed.

• Press release SET+ or SET–. The set speed will change in

approximately 1 mph (2 km/h) increments.

• Press the accelerator pedal or brake pedal until you reach the desired

speed then press and release SET+.

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Cruise Control

2013 Fiesta (fie)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing
USA
(fus)

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