FORD MONDEO 2006 2.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TOWING A TRAILER
Note: Mondeo ST vehicles are notapproved for trailer towing.
The maximum vehicle and trailerpayloads represent technicallybinding values for gradients up to 12% and at an altitude of 1 000 metresabove sea level. In high altituderegions, thinner atmosphere canreduce engine performance so thefollowing restrictions will apply:
Above 1 000 metres, the stipulatedmaximum permitted gross trainweight must be reduced by 10 % forevery 1 000 metres in altitude.
Steep gradients
WARNING
The overrun brake on a trailer isnot controlled by the anti-lockbraking system.
Change down in plenty of timebefore downhill gradients.
For vehicles with an automatictransmission, if downhill modeprovides insufficient braking thenselect manual mode and second orfirst gear as necessary.
ESSENTIAL TOWING
CHECKS
WARNING
If any of the following conditionscannot be met, do not use thetow bar and have it inspected by anexpert.
Before starting your journey, ensurethe tow ball is properly locked.Check:
•Lever 1 must be in its originalposition (right-hand side).
•The key has been removed.
•Secure positioning of the tow ball.(Must remain perfectly in placewhen jerked.)
WARNING
Never attach the safety cabledirectly to the tow ball.
•Attach the safety cable to thesafety cable eye.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine DETACHABLE TOW BALL
WARNINGS
Remove and reinstall the towball regularly to keep the lockingmechanism working smoothly.
Do not use any tools formounting/dismounting the towball. Do not modify the trailercoupling. Do not disassemble/repairthe tow ball.
To avoid risk of injury, neverunlock the tow ball with thetrailer attached.
To avoid risk of injury, neverleave the detached tow ballunsecured inside the vehicle.
Note: When the tow ball is not inuse, always remove it and secure itwith the strap to the eye on theright-hand side in the rear of theluggage compartment.
Removing the tow ball
•Unhitch the trailer.
•Remove the protection cap. Insertthe key and unlock in ananticlockwise direction.
•Pull off key with lock insert.
•Slide lever 1 to the left and hold inthis position. Then press lever 2forward and remove the tow ballby pulling rearwards.
When unlocked in this way, the towball can be reinserted any time.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine •Insert the plug.
•Insert the cover from underneathuntil it engages.
Installing the tow ball
•Remove the cover (depending onmodel variant) from the rearbumper. Grab the cover fromunderneath with both hands andcarefully pull it off downwards.
•Pull out the plug.
WARNINGS
Special care should be takenwhen fitting the tow ball, as thesafety of the vehicle and the trailerdepends on this.
The tow ball may only beinserted when completelyunlocked.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine •Insert the tow ball horizontally andpush forward until the lockingmechanism engages. (Do nothold your hand near the lockingmechanism.)
•The tow ball locks automatically.Lever 1 must be in its originalposition (right-hand side).
•To lock: Insert key with lock insertand turn clockwise. Pull off key.
•Cover the locking mechanismwith the protection cap.
Maintenance
WARNING
Remove the tow ball andprotect the seat with the plugbefore steam cleaning your vehicle.
Keep the system clean. Periodicallylubricate the lock with graphite.
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Avoid driving too briskly during thefirst 1 500 km (1 000 miles). Vary thespeed frequently and change up agear early. Avoid labouring theengine.
New tyres require a running-indistance of approximately 500 km(300 miles). During this period, thecar may exhibit different drivingcharacteristics. Therefore, avoiddriving too briskly during the first 500km (300 miles).
If possible, you should avoid heavyuse of the brake for the first 150 km(100 miles) in town and for the first 1500 km (1 000 miles) on motorways.
From 1 500 km (1 000 miles) onwardsyou can gradually increase theperformance of your vehicle up tothe permitted maximum speeds.
We wish you safe and pleasurabledriving with your Ford vehicle.
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Driving hints

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine FIRST AID KIT
4-door and 5-door
Vehicles with a temporaryspare wheel
Storage for a first aid kit is located oneither side of the luggagecompartment.
Vehicles with a full-size sparewheel
A fastening tape to secure a first aidkit is provided on the left side of theluggage compartment.
Estate
Storage for a first aid kit is located onthe left-hand side of the luggagecompartment.
WARNING TRIANGLE
4-door and 5-door
Vehicles with a temporaryspare wheel
Storage for a warning triangle islocated on either side of the luggagecompartment.
Vehicles with a full-size sparewheel
Storage for a warning triangle islocated on the right side of theluggage compartment in a foam trayunder the carpet.
Estate
Storage for a warning triangle islocated on the left-hand side of theluggage compartment.
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Emergency equipment

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Vehicles with a Duratecengine
The fuel supply may be cut off as aresult of an accident or suddenvibrations (e.g. collision whenparking).
The switch is located in the side panelin front of the left-hand door. Thebutton will be raised when the switchis activated.
Resetting the switch
WARNING
Do not reset the fuel cut-offswitch if you see or smell leakingfuel.
•Turn the ignition switch to position0.
•Check fuel system for leaks.
•If no fuel leak is apparent, resetthe switch by pushing in thebutton (see illustration).
•Turn the ignition switch to positionII. After a few seconds return thekey to position I.
•Make a further check for leaks inthe fuel system.
INSPECTING SAFETY
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Seat belts
Belts subjected to strain − as a resultof an accident − should be renewedand the anchorages checked by anexpert.
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WARNING
Any improper alterations to theelectrical or fuel system canendanger the safety of the vehicle asthey could constitute a fire hazard orcause engine damage. Have anywork involving these systems or thereplacement of relays or high currentcarrying fuses carried out by anexpert.
Auxiliary fuse boxA
Central fuse boxB
Auxiliary fuse box
To check or replace a fuse, first pulloff the battery cover 1. Then removethe cover of the fuse box 2 byreleasing the catch and lifting up.
You will find the fuse chart inside thefuse box cover.
Central fuse box
Left-hand drive
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The central fuse box is locatedbehind the storage compartmentunderneath the instrument panel. Toremove the storage compartment,open it and pull it outwards.
To reinstall the storage compartment,fit it into the opening and push untilyou feel it engage.
The fuse chart label located on theoutside of the removed storagecompartment will help you identifythe fuses.
Right-hand drive
The central fuse box is locatedbehind the glove compartment. Toremove the glove compartment,open it and push the lever at theback to the left. Press the sidesinwards and pull out the glovecompartment.
To reinstall the glove compartment,fit it into the opening and push thelever to the right until you feel itengage.
The fuse chart label located on theoutside of the removed glovecompartment will help you identifythe fuses.
CHANGING A FUSE
WARNING
Switch off the ignition and all theelectrical equipment beforechanging a fuse.
Always replace a faulty fuse with anew one of the same rating.
FUSE SPECIFICATION
CHART
The following fuses and relays areidentified by the See Owner’shandbook symbol in the fuse chartsin your vehicle.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Auxiliary fuse box
Circuits protectedFuse
Conventional headlamps: 7.5 A; Xenon headlamps: 20 A16/18
Automatic transmission: 10 A17
Auxiliary heater (Diesel): 20 A; Battery Backed−up Sounder (ST):7.5 A23
Diode electronic module34
Diode air conditioning35
Diode engine cooling fan36
HO2S sensor37
Engine Control Valves/Vehicle Speed Sensor40
Engine management Duratec engines: 10 A; Duratorq engines:15 A42
Central fuse box
Circuits protectedFuse
Audio system or audio system and instrument cluster69
Trailer – max. 20 A fuse74
Instrument cluster78
Reversing lamps80
Sensors for passenger airbag and automatic climate control81
Daytime running lamps88
Trailer – max. 20 A fuse92
Brake lamps93
License plate lamps97
Symbols in the fuse box
See Owner’s handbook
Airbag
ABS
Dipped beam
Main beam or headlamps
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Fuses