washer fluid FORD MONDEO 2006 2.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Power steering fluid check..........153
Washer fluid check........................153
Technical specifications................154
Vehicle care..............156
Cleaning the exterior....................156
Cleaning the interior......................156
Repairing minor paint damage.....157
Vehicle battery..........158
Battery care....................................158
Using booster cables....................158
Wheels and tyres......160
Changing a road wheel................160
Tyre care.........................................166
Using winter tyres..........................166
Using snow chains........................166
Technical specifications................167
Vehicle
identification..........172
Vehicle identification plate............172
Vehicle identification number(VIN)..............................................172
Engine number..............................172
Technical
specifications.........173
Technical specifications................173
Type approvals.........183
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Table of Contents

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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See Maintenance (page 144).
Front and rear washer systems aresupplied from the same reservoir.The reservoir is located behind theright−hand headlamp.
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Quick startE73422

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ADJUSTING THE
WINDSCREEN WASHER
JETS
The eye ball jets can be adjustedprecisely using a pin.
HEADLAMP WASHERS
WARNING
Do not operate the washer formore than 10 seconds at a time,and never when the reservoir isempty.
The headlamp washers operatewhen the exterior lights are switchedon and the windscreen washer isused. The system is supplied fromthe washer fluid reservoir.
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
Check the wiper blades on yourvehicle for roughness by running thetip of your fingers over the edge ofthe blade. Clean the wiper blade lipswith water applied with a softsponge.
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Wipers and washersE73425 E73427 E66644

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine •Engine
•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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Instruments

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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

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNINGS
The electronic ignition systemworks with high voltage. Nevertouch these components with theengine running or the ignitionswitched on.
The ignition must be switchedoff before working in the enginecompartment. Under some operatingconditions, the cooling system fanmay continue to run for severalminutes after the engine has beenswitched off. This is quite normal.Take care not to get any fingers orclothing such as ties or scarvescaught in the fan.
•Check and top up fluid levelsregularly.
•Check tyre pressure.
•Check brakes and lamps areoperating correctly.
•Check warning and indicatorlamps.
Every day check
•Operation of all exterior andinterior lamps and make sure thatall lenses are clean.
When filling up check
•Engine oil level
•Brake fluid level
•Washer fluid level
•Tyre pressures and condition (onlywhen cold)
Once a month check
•Coolant level (engine cold)
•Assemblies, pipes, hoses andreservoirs for leaks
•Power steering fluid level
•Operation of the air conditioning
•Operation of the parking brake
•Operation of the horn
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Maintenance

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Duratec-HE/SCi
Engine coolant reservoirA
Power steering fluid reservoirB
Engine oil filler cap*C
Brake/clutch fluid reservoirD
Air cleanerE
Auxiliary fuse boxF
BatteryG
Engine oil dipstick*H
Washer fluid reservoirI
* For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked incolour.
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MaintenanceE73408

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Engine coolant reservoirA
Power steering fluid reservoirB
Engine oil filler cap*C
Brake/clutch fluid reservoirD
Air cleanerE
Auxiliary fuse boxF
BatteryG
Engine oil dipstick*H
Washer fluid reservoirI
* For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked incolour.
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MaintenanceE73409

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Engine coolant reservoirA
Power steering fluid reservoirB
Engine oil filler cap*C
Brake/clutch fluid reservoirD
Air cleanerE
Auxiliary fuse boxF
BatteryG
Engine oil dipstick*H
Washer fluid reservoirI
* For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked incolour.
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MaintenanceE73410