Chapter 1 Routine maintenance and servicing

1595Ford Fiesta Remake11•16 Bodywork and fittingssuitable adhesive; it is recommended that thistask be left to a Ford dealer or similar expert.15 To remove the window glass, remove theirretaining screws and withdraw the lockassemblies, slide the front glass as far to therear as possible, then prise up and withdrawthe front glass guide; it will be necessary topull the last part of the guide from under theglass.16 Withdraw the vertical seal and twosupport blocks from between the two glasses,slide the seal to the front of the frame, andwithdraw it. Slide each glass in turnto the front of the frame and withdraw it,then prise up and withdraw the rear glassguide.Refitting17 On refitting, check that the glass guidesare undamaged; renew them if necessary.Ensure that the lock assemblies are removedfrom both glasses.18 Press the rear glass guide into place. Refitfirst the rear glass, fitting it to the front of theframe and sliding it to the rear, then the frontglass, in the same way.19 To refit the vertical seal, sandwich itbetween two strips of thin sheet metal andinstall it, with its support blocks, first in thefront part of the frame, then push it into place.This will require some effort as the glass isreached, due to the distortion caused by thelocation notch on the block. When the seal isfully in place, withdraw the metal strips, andcheck that the seal’s lips have not folded backon themselves.20 When refitting the front glass guide, locateit first around the frame’s detent catch, thenslide it under the glass using soapy water as alubricant.21 Refit the lock assemblies, clean theglasses, and check the operation of thewindows and locks.34 Windscreen and tailgatewindow glass -removal and refitting4Note: The DIY mechanic is advised to leavewindscreen/tailgate window glass removaland refitting to an expert. For those with thenecessary tools and equipment, thefollowing paragraphs are a guide to theprocedure.Removal1 Remove the windscreen/tailgate wiper armsas described in Chapter 12.2 If removing the windscreen, remove both A-pillar trims, and release the front of theheadlining by removing the sun visors andcourtesy light. If a heated windscreen is fitted,disconnect its electrical contacts at thewindscreen. If removing the tailgate windowglass, disconnect the wiring to the heatingelement.3 As a precautionary measure to preventdamage to the paintwork, cover thesurrounding bodywork with an old blanket orsimilar.4 Using a suitable tool, release theweatherseal from the top and sides of thebody aperture flange before exerting pressurefrom the inside of the vehicle to remove theassembly. It is strongly advised that anassistant outside the vehicle is ready toreceive the glass as it is pushed out.5 With the assembly removed from thevehicle, detach the weatherseal from thewindscreen/tailgate glass.Refitting6 With reference to the procedures describedfor the fixed side window glass in Section 33,clean the weatherseal, then refit inaccordance with the rest of that Section.7 Any trim and equipment removed duringpreparation should now be refitted.35 Sunroof panel -removal and refitting1Removal1 Open the sunroof fully using the handwheel.2 Detach the sunroof from its rearwardmounting point by pressing in the red lockingbar on the handwheel, then raise it andremove.Refitting3 To refit, engage the hinges in theirlocations, in the forward edge of the sunroofopening, then lower the sunroof. Allow thehandwheel to click into its safety lock.4 Check that the safety lock mechanismretains the panel securely.5 Close the sunroof fully using thehandwheel.36 Sunroof panel seal -renewal11 Remove the sunroof panel, as described inSection 35, then lay the panel on a soft cloth.2 Remove the two hinge plate assembliesfrom the panel by undoing the hinge plateretaining screws.3 Pull the seal from the panel edge, noting theposition of its join.4 Starting from the position of the originaljoin, press the seal into position, ensuring thatit sits evenly right around. Adjust as necessaryso that the ends butt tightly together.5 Refit the two hinge plate assemblies to thepanel.6 Refit the sunroof panel, as described inSection 35.37 Sunroof weatherseal -removal and refitting1Removal1 Remove the sunroof panel, as described inSection 35.2 Starting from the joint on the rearwardopening edge, pull the seal up and remove.Refitting3 Refitting is a reversal of the removalprocedure, ensuring that the weathersealdoes not deform at the corners, or split at thejoint.38 Full-length sunroof -general information1 The full-length sunroof is electricallyoperated,the operating system consisting ofthe motor and the roof-mounted switch. Thecircuit is fed via fuses 18 and 28 from theignition switch; switch illumination is viafuse 6.2 All components are mounted in the roof ofthe passenger compartment, above theheadlining at the front of the vehicle.3 To open the sunroof, press the switchlightly on the upper side; to close it, checkfirst that the opening is completelyunobstructed, and press the switch on thelower side.4 Maintenance is confined to checking forfreedom of action and a snug fit when shut.Check that the seals are in good cleancondition and not scratched or damaged.5 Owners must note the following to ensurethat the maximum trouble-free life from thisfeature:a) It is normal for the motor to slow down asthe sunroof approaches full opening.b) If the sunroof stops before it is fullyopened in cold weather, this may be dueto the material being too hard to foldcorrectly; do not force the sunroof open ifthis is suspected.c) If the material does not fold correctly onopening at any time, close the sunroofagain, correct the folds by hand, and tryagain.d) Never open or close the sunroof with thevehicle travelling at more than 70 mph(120 km/h), and never allow passengers totravel standing up or with any part of theirbodies in the opening.e) Ensure that any collected water, snow orice is removed from the sunroof beforeopening it. Check that the deflector isclear of water, particularly after washingthe vehicle; sponge it dry if necessary.f) Never place heavy objects on the sunroofor its surrounds.g) The sunroof should be cleaned frequently