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Ford Fiesta 2008-2016

2008–2016
Overview

In its 2008-2016 iteration, the Ford Fiesta continued to be a popular choice in the subcompact car segment. This generation brought a more modern and stylish design, with a sleeker exterior and improved interior quality compared to its predecessor. Available in various body styles, including sedan and hatchback, it provided versatility to suit different needs.

Inside, the Fiesta featured a well-designed cabin with user-friendly technology and comfortable seating. Its compact size made it easy to maneuver in city traffic and remained a fuel-efficient option. The Ford Fiesta from 2008-2016 was known for its fun-to-drive nature and agile handling, making it an appealing choice for urban dwellers and those seeking an economical and enjoyable daily driver in a small package.

Specifications

specifications, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Engine 1.0L 3-Cylinder DOHC.

  • Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
  • Oil certification: API
  • Drain plug torque: 18 ft-lbs
  • Oil capacity: 4.3 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

  • 1.0L 3-Cylinder: 0.028”

Engine 1.6L 4-Cylinder DOHC

  • Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
  • Oil certification: API
  • Drain plug torque: 21 ft-lbs
  • Oil capacity: 4.3 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

  • 1.6L 4-Cylinder: 0.032”

Coolant

  • Type:
    • U.S. and Mexico) Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted VC-3DIL-B /WSS-M97B44-D2
    • CanadaMotorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted CVC-3DIL-B/WSS-M97B44-D2
  • Capacity:  6.1 qt (5.8 L)

Brake Fluid

  • Type: Motorcraft DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance PM-20/WSS-M6C65-A2
  • Capacity: Between MIN and MAX on brake fluid reservoir

Manual transmission fluid (ib5)

  • Type: Motorcraft Full Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid XT-M5-QS/ WSD-M2C200-C
  • Capacity: 2.2 qt (2.1 L)

Windshield washer fluid

  • Type: 
    •  (U.S. and Mexico): Motorcraft Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant ZC-32-B2/WSS-M14P19-A
    • (Canada) : Motorcraft Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)/ WSS-M14P19-A
  • Capacity: Fill as required

Fuel

  • Capacity: 12.4 gal (47 L)

A/C refrigerant 

  • Type: 
    • U.S: Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant YN-19/ WSH-M17B19-A
    • Canada: Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant CYN-16-R / WSH-M17B19-A
    • Mexico: Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant MYN-19
  • ​​​​​​​Capacity: 24.0 oz (0.68 kg)

A/C refrigerant compressor oil

  • Type: Motorcraft PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-D/ WSH-M1C231-B

Multi-Purpose Grease

  • Type: Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5 CRCSL3151ESB

Lock Cylinder

  • Type: 
    • USPenetrating and Lock Lubricant XL-1
    • Canada: Penetrating Fluid CXC-51-A
    • Mexico: Penetrating and Lock Lubricant MXL-1

Powertrain

Engine

  • Petrol:
    • 1.0 L Duratec I3
    • 1.0 L Ecoboost I3 turbo
    • 1.25 L Sigma I4
    • 1.4 L Sigma I4
    • 1.5 L Sigma I4
    • 1.6 L Sigma I4
    • 1.6 L Ecoboost I4 turbo
  • Diesel:
    • 1.4 L Duratorq DLD-414 I4 turbo
    • 1.5 L Duratorq DLD-415 I4 turbo
    • 1.6 L Duratorq DLD-416 I4 turbo

Transmission

  • 4-speed 4F27E automatic
  • 5-speed IB5 manual
  • 6-speed PowerShift DPS6 DCT
  • 6-speed MMT6 manual (ST)

Fuel Consumption


FORD FIESTA 2016 FUEL CONSUMPTION

Safety Ratings

FORD 2016 FIESTA SAFETY RATINGS

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes

Front Lights

  • LED Driving Lights & Fog LightsLED Driving Lights & Fog Lights: FDC-MB1
  • Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
  • Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 3157NAK
  • High Beam Headlight Bulb: H1LL
  • Low Beam Headlight Bulb: H11-55W

Rear Lights

  • Back Up Light Bulb: 921
  • Brake Light Bulb: 3157K
  • Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
  • License Plate Light Bulb: 2825
  • Parking Light Bulb: 3157NAK
  • Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: 3157K
  • Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 3157NAK
  • Tail Light Bulb: 3157K

Interior Lights

  • Dome Light Bulb: 2886X
  • Map Light Bulb: 2825
  • Trunk Light Bulb: 2825

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