Recycled engine coolant, Severe climates, Transmission fluid check – FORD 2013 Fiesta v.2 User Manual

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Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough prediluted engine coolant to bring the coolant
level to the proper level.

Recycled Engine Coolant

Ford Motor Company does not recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.

Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner.

Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling and
disposing of automotive fluids.

Severe Climates

If you drive in extremely cold climates:
• It may be necessary to have a Ford authorized dealer increase the

coolant concentration above 50%.

• A coolant concentration of 60% will provide improved freeze point

protection. Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% will
decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant
and may cause engine damage.

If you drive in extremely hot climates:
• It may be necessary to have a Ford authorized dealer decrease the

coolant concentration to 40%.

• A coolant concentration of 40% will provide improved overheat

protection. Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the corrosion and freeze protection characteristics of the
engine coolant and may cause engine damage.

Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use
prediluted engine coolant for optimum cooling system and engine
protection.

TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECK

Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid

Note: Transmission fluid should be checked and, if required, added by
an authorized dealer.

The automatic transmission does not have a transmission fluid dipstick.

See your Scheduled Maintenance Information for scheduled intervals
for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid.

Maintenance

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

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