FORD MONDEO 2006 2.G Manual PDF

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Manual exterior mirrors
Convex exterior mirrors
WARNING
Objects seen in these mirrorswill look smaller and appearfurther away than they actually are.Be careful not to over estimate thedistance of the objects seen in themirrors.
In both mirrors the rearward field ofvision is increased to minimise theso-called blind spot at the rearquarter of the vehicle.
Manual folding exteriormirrors
To return the mirror to its originalposition, push it into the mirrorsupport until engaged.
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MIRRORS
Left-hand mirrorA
OffB
Right-hand mirrorC
The mirrors are heated when theheated rear window is switched on.
Mirror tilting positions
upA
rightB
downC
leftD
Electric folding mirrors
In the centre position push thecontrol unit down. To return the doormirror to its original position, push thecontrol unit down again.
INTERIOR MIRROR
To reduce glare when driving at nightdip the mirror by adjusting the lever.
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The auto-dimming mirrorautomatically activates the dimmingfunction when hit by glaring light frombehind. The function is automaticallydeactivated when reverse gear isselected.
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Engine coolant temperature gaugeA
TachometerB
SpeedometerC
Fuel gaugeD
Tripmeter reset buttonE
Odometer and tripmeterF
Information displayG
Trip computer reset buttonH
Engine coolant temperaturegauge
At normal operating temperature, theneedle remains within the centresection.
If the needle enters the red section,the engine is overheating. Switch offthe ignition and determine the sourceof the problem once the engine hascooled down.
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On vehicles with a diesel engine, thetachometer goes to 5 000revolutions per minute.
Fuel gauge
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pumpsymbol indicates on which side of thevehicle the fuel filler cap is located.
Odometer and tripmeter
TripmeterA
OdometerB
Tripmeter
The tripmeter can register thedistance of individual journeys. Toreset, depress the button E.
Odometer
The odometer registers the totaldistance of the vehicle. Theodometer reading will be displayedfor another 10 minutes after theignition has been switched off.
Information display
Cruise control indicatorA
Overdrive indicatorB
Indicates the outside temperature orserves as trip computer display,depending on equipment fitted. SeeTrip computer (page 78).
On vehicles with 5-speed automatictransmission it also shows the shiftingmode and the current selector leverposition or the selected gear. SeeAutomatic transmission (page 110).
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning and indicatorlamps illuminate when the ignition isswitched on to confirm that thesystem is operational:
•ABS
•Airbag
•Brake system
•Doors open
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•Stability control (ESP)
•Ignition
•Low washer fluid
•Oil pressure
•Oil change
If a warning or indicator lamp doesnot illuminate when the ignition isswitched on, it indicates amalfunction. Have the systemchecked by an expert.
ABS warning lamp
If the ABS warning lampilluminates when driving, itindicates a malfunction.Have this checked by an expert.Normal braking (without ABS) will bemaintained.
Airbag warning lamp
See Airbag warning lamp(page 31).
Brake system warning lamp
WARNING
If it illuminates after releasing theparking brake or when driving,have the braking system checked byan expert immediately.
Illuminates when the parkingbrake is applied.
Brake system and ABSwarning lamps
WARNING
Reduce vehicle speed gradually.Use the brake with great care.Do not step on the brake pedalabruptly.
If both warning lamps illuminate at thesame time, stop the vehicle as soonas it is safe to do so. Have thebraking system checked by anexpert before continuing yourjourney.
Direction indicator lamp
Flashes during operation. Asudden increase in the rateof flashing warns of a failedindicator bulb. If your vehicle hasbeen equipped with factory fittedtowing equipment, the control lampalso warns of failure of the indicatorbulbs on the trailer.
Doors open warning lamp
Illuminates if any door or theluggage compartment is notclosed properly.
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The engine warning lampshould extinguish as soonas the engine starts. If itilluminates with the engine running, itindicates a malfunction. Have thischecked by an expert as soon aspossible. If it flashes, when driving,reduce the vehicle speedimmediately. If it continues to flash,avoid heavy acceleration ordeceleration. The engine will continueto operate but it will have limitedengine power. Have your vehiclechecked by an expert immediately.
Frost warning lamp
WARNING
Even if the temperature rises toabove 4ºC there is noguarantee that the road is free ofhazards caused by inclementweather.
For ambient temperaturesbetween 4°C and 1°C, theorange sign warns ofpossible ice on the roads. From 0°Cand below, the red sign warns of anincreased danger of icy roads.
Glow plug indicator lamp
If the glow plug indicatorlamp illuminates, wait untilthe it extinguishes beforestarting.
Headlamp indicator lamp
Illuminates when theheadlamps are on dippedbeam or when the side andtail lamps are on.
Ignition warning lamp
WARNING
If the charging system drive belton the diesel engines is loose,torn or broken, the servo assistancefor the braking system also no longeroperates.
If it illuminates whilst driving,switch off all unnecessaryelectrical equipment anddrive immediately to the nearestexpert.
Low fuel level warning lamp
When the warning lampilluminates, refuel as soon aspossible.
Low washer fluid warninglamp
When the warning lampilluminates, top up as soonas possible.
Main beam indicator lamp
Illuminates when theheadlamps are on mainbeam or when theheadlamp flasher is used.
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If the lamp stays on afterstarting or illuminates duringa journey, stop immediately,switch off the engine and check theengine oil level. See Engine oil check(page 149). Top up straight away ifthe level is low.
Oil change indicator lamp
Vehicles with a dieselparticulate filter (DPF)
The oil change indicatorlamp will come on andremain on if the engine oilneeds to be changed outside of theregular service schedule. Have theengine oil changed as soon aspossible.
Your dealer will switch the oil changeindicator lamp off for you aftercompleting the oil change.
Seat belt reminder
See Seat belt reminder(page 29).
Stability control (ESP)indicator lamp
Note: If the it does not illuminatewhen the ignition is switched on or ifit stays illuminated whilst driving, itindicates a malfunction (unless thesystem has been switched offmanually when it will also illuminate).During a malfunction the system willbe switched off. Have the systemchecked by an expert.
Illuminates when stabilitycontrol is switched off andflashes when stability control(ESP) is activated.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS
AND INDICATORS
Frost
A warning tone will sound if theambient temperature falls below 4°C.
Lights on
A warning tone will sound if thedriver's door is opened when thelights are on.
Parking aid
A short tone will sound whenselecting reverse gear if the systemis operational. A continuous tone ora deep tone at three second intervalswill sound when selecting reversegear is the system has a malfunction.
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A warning tone will sound if thevehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h (70mph).
Seat belt reminder
A warning tone will sound if thedriver's seat belt is unbuckled.
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The following functions are availablewhen the ignition is on:
•Outside air temperature
•Remaining fuel range
•Average fuel consumption
•Instantaneous fuel consumption(depending on country)
•Average speed
Info button
WARNING
For road safety reasons, set andreset the functions only whilstthe vehicle is stationary.
Press to change between functions.You will hear an audible signal everytime you press the button.
Reset button
Press the button briefly to togglebetween metric and imperial units.
The functions average fuelconsumption and average speed canbe individually reset by holding thereset button for two seconds whilethe desired function is selected.
Outside air temperature
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