warning FORD MONDEO 2006 2.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Introduction..................5
About this handbook........................5
Symbols glossary..............................5
Parts and accessories......................5
Quick start....................7
Child safety.................18
Child seats........................................18
Child seat positioning......................19
Booster cushions.............................21
Child safety locks............................24
Occupant
protection................25
Principle of operation.....................25
Seat belt reminder..........................29
Fastening the seat belts................29
Seat belt height adjustment..........30
Using seat belts duringpregnancy.....................................31
Airbag warning lamp.......................31
Keys and remote
controls...................32
General information on radiofrequencies..................................32
Programming the remotecontrol...........................................32
Changing the remote controlbattery...........................................33
Locks..........................35
Locking and unlocking...................35
Global opening and closing...........40
Engine immobiliser.....41
Principle of operation......................41
Coded keys......................................41
Arming the engine immobiliser.....43
Disarming the engineimmobiliser...................................43
Alarm..........................44
Arming the alarm.............................44
Disarming the alarm........................44
Steering wheel...........46
Adjusting the steering wheel.........46
Horn..................................................46
Audio control...................................46
Voice control....................................47
Wipers and
washers...................48
Windscreen wipers.........................48
Windscreen washers.....................49
Rear window wiper andwashers........................................50
Adjusting the windscreen washerjets..................................................51
Headlamp washers.........................51
Checking the wiper blades............51
Changing the wiper blades...........52
Lighting.......................53
Lighting control................................53
Front fog lamps...............................54
Rear fog lamps................................54
Adjusting the headlamps...............55
Headlamp levelling..........................55
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Hazard warning flashers................56
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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Brakes.......................118
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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK
Congratulations on acquiring yournew Ford. Please take the time to getwell acquainted with your vehicle byreading your owner literature. Themore you know and understandabout your vehicle the greater thesafety, economy, and pleasure youwill derive from driving it.
The Owner’s handbookdescribes every option andmodel variant available inevery European country andtherefore some of the itemscovered may not apply to yourparticular vehicle.Furthermore, due to printingcycles it may describe optionsbefore they are generallyavailable.
Regular servicing of your vehiclehelps maintain both itsroadworthiness and its resale value.A network of more than 7 000 Fordauthorized repairers throughoutEurope can help you with theirprofessional servicing expertise.
Their specially trained personnel arebest qualified to service your vehicleproperly and expertly. Also, they aresupported by a wide range of highlyspecialised tools and equipmentspecially developed for servicing Fordvehicles.
Note: Remember to pass on theOwner’s handbook when resellingthe vehicle. It is an integral part of thevehicle.
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
Warning symbols in thishandbook
WARNING
How can you reduce the risk ofpersonal injury and preventpossible damage to others, yourvehicle and its equipment? In thishandbook, answers to suchquestions are contained incomments highlighted by thewarning triangle symbol.
Note: Important information is alsogiven in paragraphs starting with thehighlighted word Note:
Warning symbols on yourvehicle
When you see this symbol,it is imperative that youconsult the relevant sectionof this handbook before touching orattempting adjustment of any kind.
PARTS AND
ACCESSORIES
Important: Ford genuine parts andaccessories have been specificallydesigned for Ford vehicles. They arededicated for your Ford vehicle.
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Introduction

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Left-hand drive
Headlamp levelling control. See Headlamp levelling (page 55).A
Multi-function lever: direction indicators, main beam, trip computercontrols. See Lighting (page 53). See Trip computer (page 78).B
Horn. See Horn (page 46).C
Instrument cluster. See Gauges (page 72). See Warning lamps andindicators (page 73).D
Wiper lever. See Windscreen wipers (page 48).E
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Gear selector buttons. See Automatic transmission (page 110).F
Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard warning flashers (page56).G
Air vents. See Air vents (page 81).H
Analogue clock. See Clock (page 97).I
Heated windscreen switch. See Heated windows and mirrors (page86).J
Heated rear window switch. See Heated windows and mirrors (page86).K
Climate controls. See Climate control (page 80).L
Audio/navigation equipment. See the separate handbooks.M
Cup holder. See Cup holders (page 99).N
Heated and ventilated seat switch. See Heated seats (page 95). SeeVentilated seats (page 95).O
Stability control (ESP) switch. See Using stability control (page 120).P
Ignition switch. See Ignition switch (page 100).Q
Cruise control. See Using cruise control (page 124).R
Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the steering wheel (page46).S
Audio control. See Audio control (page 46).T
Fuses. See Fuses (page 136).U
Instrument lighting dimmer. See Instrument lighting dimmer (page97).V
Lighting control/front fog lamps/ rear fog lamps. See Lighting (page53).W
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Climate controls. See Climate control (page 80).A
Heated windscreen switch. See Heated windows and mirrors (page86).B
Heated rear window switch. See Heated windows and mirrors (page86).C
Analogue clock. See Clock (page 97).D
Air vents. See Air vents (page 81).E
Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard warning flashers (page56).F
Gear selector buttons. See Automatic transmission (page 110).G
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Multi-function lever: direction indicators, main beam, trip computercontrols. See Lighting (page 53). See Trip computer (page 78).H
Instrument cluster. See Gauges (page 72). See Warning lamps andindicators (page 73).I
Horn. See Horn (page 46).J
Wiper lever. See Windscreen wipers (page 48).K
Headlamp levelling control. See Headlamp levelling (page 55).L
Lighting control/front fog lamps/ rear fog lamps. See Lighting (page53).M
Instrument lighting dimmer. See Instrument lighting dimmer (page97).N
Ignition switch. See Ignition switch (page 100).O
Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the steering wheel (page46).P
Cruise control. See Using cruise control (page 124).Q
Audio control. See Audio control (page 46).R
Stability control (ESP) switch. See Using stability control (page 120).S
Heated and ventilated seat switch. See Heated seats (page 95). SeeVentilated seats (page 95).T
Cup holder. See Cup holders (page 99).U
Audio/navigation equipment. See the separate handbooks.V
Warning lamps andindicators
See Warning lamps and indicators(page 73).
Glow plug indicator lamp
Frost warning lamp
Low washer fluid warninglamp
Ignition warning lamp
Oil pressure warning lamp
Oil change indicator lamp
Doors open warning lamp
Brake system warning lamp
Seat belt reminder
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Quick start

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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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WARNINGS
Extreme Hazard! Do not use achild restraint on a seatprotected by an airbag in front of it!
Original text according to ECER94.01: Extreme Hazard! Do notuse a rearward facing child restrainton a seat protected by an air bag infront of it!
There is a risk of death orserious injury when the airbagdeploys.
Always have the rear row headrestraint raised when a childrestraint is being installed oroccupying the seat, provided doingso does not move the child restraintaway from the vehicle seat.
Note: If the vehicle has beeninvolved in an accident, have the childsafety seat checked by an expert asit might be damaged.
Note: Do not leave childrenunattended in the child safety seat orin the vehicle.
Note: When installing a childseat/restraint with the seat belt,always ensure belts fit without slackor twists.
WARNING
There is a risk of death orserious injury when themanufacturer’s instructions are notfollowed properly or when the childseat/restraint is modified in any way.
Whenever installing a childseat/restraint, always read and followthe manufacturer’s instructions.
WARNING
Do not hold a child on your lapwhile the vehicle is moving.
Children of height 150 cm or underor aged 12 years or under should besecured in special restraints forchildren, such as baby seats, childsafety seats or booster cushions inthe rear seats.
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