tow FORD MONDEO 2006 2.G Owner's Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The ABS operates only when thewheels are about to lock. Itsoperation is indicated by a pulsing ofthe brake pedal and full steeringcontrol is retained. Do not releasethe pedal whilst braking.
PARKING BRAKE
All vehicles
WARNING
Vehicles with an automatictransmission should always beleft with the selector lever in positionP.
•Press the foot brake pedal firmly.
•Pull the parking brake lever upsmartly to its fullest extent.
•Do not press the release buttonwhile pulling the lever up.
•If your vehicle is parked on a hilland facing uphill, select first gearand turn the steering wheel awayfrom the kerb.
•If your vehicle is parked on a hilland facing downhill, select reversegear and turn the steering wheeltowards the kerb.
To release the parking brake, pressthe brake pedal firmly, pull the leverup slightly, depress the releasebutton and push the lever down.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine PRINCIPLE OF
OPERATION
WARNING
The parking aid is an auxiliarysystem which is not intended torelieve the driver of his responsibilityfor exercising due care and attentionwhen reversing. In particular, someobjects close to the vehicle (approx.30 cm) and above or below thesensors may not be detected by thepark distance sensor and causedamage to the vehicle. Ultrasonicwaves, heavy rain and/or conditionscausing disruptive reflections maylead to objects not being detectedby the sensors. In addition, objectswhich absorb ultrasonic waves maynot always be detected due to theirunfavourable surface characteristics.
USING THE PARKING AID
WARNING
Be careful when a tow bar isinstalled.
Note: If the vehicle is fitted with anoriginal Ford fixed tow bar, particularcare must be taken when reversing.
The system is activated automaticallyafter the reverse gear is selected withthe ignition switched on. A short tonewill sound to indicate systemreadiness.
The measuring range is divided intofive warning zones. As the distanceto an obstacle reduces, a warningsounds, beginning as a slow bleepand increasing to a continuous tone.
A system failure will be indicated bya deep continuous tone or a deeptone sounding in three-secondintervals. Have the system checkedby an expert.
Vehicles with Original Ford towingequipment, whether fixed ordetachable, will indicate the distancefrom the bumper to the obstacle.
Always keep the sensors free fromdirt, ice and snow (do not clean withsharp objects).
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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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine RUNNING-IN
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 TOWING POINTS
The screw-in towing eye is storedwith the jack in the luggagecompartment. The towing eye mustalways be carried in the vehicle.
WARNING
The towing eye has a left-handthread. Install it by turninganticlockwise. Tighten by hand.
Prise off the cover in the bumper witha flat-bladed screwdriver and installthe towing eye.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Mount for rear towing eye(vehicles without a sportsbumper)A
Mount for rear towing eye(vehicles with a sportsbumper)B
To use the rear towing eye on4/5-door ST models, remove thecentre rear grille. Insert a screwdriver,or suitable equivalent, into the grilleand pull it off. Replace the grille whenthe rear towing eye is not in use.
TRANSPORTING THE
VEHICLE
Vehicles with an automatictransmission
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle with anautomatic transmission fasterthan 50 km/h (30 mph) or furtherthan 50 kilometres (30 miles).
If it is necessary to tow the vehicle agreater distance, the drive wheelsmust be lifted clear off the ground.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TOWING THE VEHICLE
ON FOUR WHEELS
All vehicles
WARNING
The ignition key must be set toposition II when the vehicle isbeing towed so that the steering,direction indicator lamps and brakelamps are fully operational. Since thebrake servo and the power steeringdo not operate with the engineswitched off, you will need to exertgreater force to the brake pedal andsteering wheel. Make allowances forthe increased braking distance andheavier steering.
Note: Observe the safetyregulations that are valid for towinga vehicle depending on country.
When towing always drive off slowlyand smoothly without jerking thetowing vehicle. Excessive tow ropetension could result in damage toeither vehicle.
Vehicles with an automatictransmission
WARNINGS
Never tow a vehicle with anautomatic transmission fasterthan 50 km/h (30 mph) or furtherthan 50 kilometres (30 miles). SeeTransporting the vehicle (page 142).
Never tow a vehicle backwardswith the drive wheels turning. Ifthis instruction is not adhered to, itcould cause damage to theautomatic transmission.
When a vehicle with an automatictransmission is towed, the selectorlever must be in position N (neutral).
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