fuel FORD MONDEO 2006 2.G Owners Manual

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Direction indicators.........................56
Interior lamps...................................57
Changing a bulb..............................57
Approach lamps..............................66
Windows and
mirrors.....................67
Electric windows.............................67
Exterior mirrors................................69
Electric exterior mirrors..................70
Interior mirror...................................70
Instruments................72
Gauges.............................................72
Warning lamps and indicators.......73
Audible warnings andindicators.......................................76
Information displays...78
Trip computer..................................78
Climate control...........80
Principle of operation.....................80
Air vents.............................................81
Manual climate control....................81
Automatic climate control.............84
Heated windows and mirrors.......86
Auxiliary heater................................87
Electric sunroof................................87
Seats..........................90
Sitting in the correct position........90
Manual seats...................................90
Electric seats....................................91
Head restraints................................92
Rear seats........................................93
Heated seats...................................95
Ventilated seats...............................95
Convenience
features...................97
Sun visors.........................................97
Instrument lighting dimmer............97
Clock.................................................97
Cigar lighter......................................97
Ashtray..............................................98
Auxiliary power sockets.................99
Cup holders.....................................99
Storage compartments.................99
Starting the engine...100
General information......................100
Ignition switch................................100
Starting a petrol engine................100
Starting a diesel engine.................101
Switching off the engine...............102
Fuel and refuelling....103
Safety precautions........................103
Fuel quality......................................103
Catalytic converter........................103
Fuel filler flap...................................104
Refuelling........................................104
Technical specifications................104
Transmission............109
Manual transmission.....................109
Automatic transmission................110
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Principle of operation.....................118
Hints on driving with ABS..............118
Parking brake..................................119
Stability control.........120
Principle of operation....................120
Using stability control....................120
Traction control.........121
Principle of operation.....................121
Using traction control....................121
Self-levelling
suspension.............122
Principle of operation....................122
Parking aid................123
Principle of operation....................123
Using the parking aid....................123
Cruise control...........124
Principle of operation....................124
Using cruise control......................124
Load carrying...........126
General information......................126
Cargo nets......................................126
Luggage covers.............................127
Roof racks and load carriers........127
Towing......................129
Towing a trailer...............................129
Essential towing checks...............129
Detachable tow ball......................130
Driving hints..............133
Running-in......................................133
Emergency
equipment..............134
First aid kit.......................................134
Warning triangle.............................134
Status after a
collision..................135
Fuel cut-off switch.........................135
Inspecting safety systemcomponents...............................135
Fuses........................136
Fuse box locations........................136
Changing a fuse.............................137
Fuse specification chart................137
Vehicle recovery.......141
Towing points..................................141
Transporting the vehicle...............142
Towing the vehicle on fourwheels.........................................143
Maintenance.............144
General information......................144
Engine compartmentoverview......................................145
Opening and closing thebonnet.........................................149
Engine oil check.............................149
Engine coolant check....................151
Automatic transmission fluidcheck...........................................152
Brake and clutch fluid check.......152
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Low fuel level warning lamp
Direction indicator lamp
Airbag warning lamp
Stability control (ESP)indicator lamp
ABS warning lamp
Headlamp indicator lamp
Main beam indicator lamp
Adjusting the steeringwheel
See Adjusting the steering wheel(page 46).
WARNING
Never adjust the steering wheelwhen the vehicle is moving.
Manual climate control
See Manual climate control (page81).
Rapid windowdefrosting/demisting
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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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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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Instruments

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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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Shows the outside air temperature.At temperatures of +4 ºC or lowerthe frost warning lamp will illuminate.See Warning lamps and indicators(page 73).
Remaining fuel range
Indicates the approximate distancethe vehicle will travel on the fuelremaining in the tank.
Average fuel consumption
Press the reset button to set to zero.
Instantaneous fuelconsumption
The instantaneous fuel consumptionis indicated when the vehicle speedis above 6,5 km/h (4 mph). When thevehicle speed is below 5 km/h (3mph), _._ l/100km is indicated (0 MPGif imperial units are selected).
Average speed
Indicates the average speed sincethe function was last reset. Press thereset button to set to zero.
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OPERATION
Outside air
Always keep the air intakes forwardof the front windscreen free of snow,leaves etc., to allow the system tofunction effectively.
Recirculated air
Note: It is not recommended to userecirculated air for more than 30minutes as there is no air exchangeand the windows may mist up.
When recirculated air is selected, onlythe air currently in the passengercompartment will be circulated.Outside air will not enter the vehicle.
Fresh air filter/activecarbon filter
The fresh air filter removes mostpotentially harmful particles such aspollen, industrial fallout and road dustfrom the air entering the vehicle’sinterior. The active carbon filterremoves odours.
In an automatic car wash, you shouldswitch off the ventilation blower toprevent the filter collecting waxdeposits.
Blower
The blower motor may emit noises.
Heating
The heating depends upon thecoolant temperature and is thereforeonly effective when the engine iswarm.
Air conditioning
Note: The air conditioning systemonly operates when the temperatureis above +5 ºC, the engine is runningand the blower is switched on.Operating the air conditioning leadsto higher fuel consumption.
The air is directed through thecoolant heat exchanger where it iscooled if the air conditioning isswitched on. In addition, humidity isextracted from the air to help keepthe windows free of mist.
The resulting condensation isdirected to the outside of the vehicle.It is therefore quite normal if younotice a small pool of waterunderneath the parked vehicle.
General notes oncontrolling the climate inthe vehicle’s interior
Close all the windows completely.
To warm the interior effectively, directthe heated air to the footwell area. Incold or humid weather, direct someof the air towards the frontwindscreen and side windows.
To cool the interior effectively, directthe cooled air towards the face level.
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Climate control

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General points on starting
If the battery has been disconnectedthe vehicle may exhibit some unusualdriving characteristics for approx. 8kilometres (5 miles) afterreconnecting the battery.
This is because the enginemanagement system must realignitself with the engine. Any unusualdriving characteristics during thisperiod may be disregarded.
Starting the engine bytowing or pushing
WARNING
To prevent damage you mustnot push or tow start yourvehicle. Use booster cables and abooster battery. See Using boostercables (page 158).
IGNITION SWITCH
Ignition switch positions
Position 0
WARNING
Never return the key to the 0position when the vehicle is inmotion.
Ignition off. When the key is removedfrom the ignition switch, the steeringcolumn lock will be activated as soonas the steering wheel is turned.
Position I
Steering unlocked. Ignition and allmain electrical circuits are disabled.The ignition key should not be left inthis position for too long to avoiddischarging the battery.
Positon II
Ignition switched on, all electricalcircuits operational. Warning andindicator lamps illuminate. This is thekey position when driving, and mustalso be selected when being towed.
Postion III
Starter motor activated. Release thekey as soon as the engine starts.
STARTING A PETROL
ENGINE
General points on starting
WARNING
If the engine does not start,refer to the instructionsregarding the fuel cut-off switch. SeeFuel cut-off switch (page 135).
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