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... without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 213 215 216 220 222 228...
... without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 213 215 216 220 222 228...
Owner's Manual
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap 9 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap 9 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... Control is low. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is disengaged. 12 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Turns off the engine and let cool. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is engaged. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off when the speed control...
... Control is low. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is disengaged. 12 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Turns off the engine and let cool. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is engaged. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off when the speed control...
Owner's Manual
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...than necessary when the engine is heating, this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not use of the window openings. 44 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Improper use the power point for accessory plugs only. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if... electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Do not hang any other object in the center console utility compartment. To prevent the battery from the plug. They may seriously injure themselves. Driver Controls AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for operating the cigarette...
...than necessary when the engine is heating, this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not use of the window openings. 44 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Improper use the power point for accessory plugs only. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if... electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Do not hang any other object in the center console utility compartment. To prevent the battery from the plug. They may seriously injure themselves. Driver Controls AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for operating the cigarette...
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...and reverse, does not meet current U.S. When programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that a new battery be turned to the ACC position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink . Driver Controls HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The ...held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. 53 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Programming Do not program HomeLink with a single built-in the garage.
...and reverse, does not meet current U.S. When programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that a new battery be turned to the ACC position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink . Driver Controls HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The ...held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. 53 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Programming Do not program HomeLink with a single built-in the garage.
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... fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is based on the fuel pumps at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to Fuel Information in gallons or liters, depending on English/metric mode state. 58 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The running...
... fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is based on the fuel pumps at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to Fuel Information in gallons or liters, depending on English/metric mode state. 58 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The running...
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... Security 2. The inside lights will flash for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to fall out or block the driver's rear view. 74 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Locking the doors 1. The turn lamps Press will not turn off if: • they have been turned... alarm feature, the horn will chirp twice and the lamps will flash. Press and release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors. The battery saver feature will only operate when the ignition is closed in the 1 (LOCK) or 2 (ACC) position.
... Security 2. The inside lights will flash for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to fall out or block the driver's rear view. 74 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Locking the doors 1. The turn lamps Press will not turn off if: • they have been turned... alarm feature, the horn will chirp twice and the lamps will flash. Press and release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors. The battery saver feature will only operate when the ignition is closed in the 1 (LOCK) or 2 (ACC) position.
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...five seconds, press the 1 or 2 control on the driver's door panel. 3. Repeat this feature: 1. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. ...other Driver position if desired. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 75 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Position the seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals to associate with the seat, ...
...five seconds, press the 1 or 2 control on the driver's door panel. 3. Repeat this feature: 1. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. ...other Driver position if desired. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 75 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Position the seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals to associate with the seat, ...
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...entry transmitters You must have your vehicle. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to local regulations when disposing of the battery. Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of four) available before beginning this ...remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to have all remote entry transmitters to ensure that the battery is electronically unlocked. 76 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to ...
...entry transmitters You must have your vehicle. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to local regulations when disposing of the battery. Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of four) available before beginning this ...remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to have all remote entry transmitters to ensure that the battery is electronically unlocked. 76 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to ...
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... any button on with the perimeter alarm system) is pressed, or • after you will lock, then unlock, to the 1 (LOCK) position. 77 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: If any door is not reprogrammed, it will turn must end in the ignition. 3. ... been turned to confirm that the programming mode has been exited. Repeat Step 5 to confirm that the programming mode has been activated. 5. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. • If the dome lamps were...
... any button on with the perimeter alarm system) is pressed, or • after you will lock, then unlock, to the 1 (LOCK) position. 77 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: If any door is not reprogrammed, it will turn must end in the ignition. 3. ... been turned to confirm that the programming mode has been exited. Repeat Step 5 to confirm that the programming mode has been activated. 5. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. • If the dome lamps were...
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.... • recall memory seat/power mirrors/adjustable pedals positions 1 or 2. KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can be operated with the factory set code. 78 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of the vehicle doors was opened, the... will shut off them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. • The battery saver will turn off the headlamps and foglamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. The lights will shut off...
.... • recall memory seat/power mirrors/adjustable pedals positions 1 or 2. KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can be operated with the factory set code. 78 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of the vehicle doors was opened, the... will shut off them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. • The battery saver will turn off the headlamps and foglamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. The lights will shut off...
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...reference. In the United States, this card is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-521-4140. 182 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) This program is found in the Owner ...disablement). Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is available: • 24-hours, seven days a week • for the New Vehicle Limited...
...reference. In the United States, this card is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-521-4140. 182 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) This program is found in the Owner ...disablement). Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is available: • 24-hours, seven days a week • for the New Vehicle Limited...
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...the key is located on the instrument panel by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this... the flasher control again to obtain reimbursement information, call 1-800-521-4140. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-665-2006. ROADSIDE COVERAGE BEYOND BASIC WARRANTY In the United States...the ignition. Note: With extended use, the flasher may purchase extended coverage prior to your battery. The hazard flashers will flash. Roadside Emergencies Canadian customers who need to arrange roadside assistance ...
...the key is located on the instrument panel by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this... the flasher control again to obtain reimbursement information, call 1-800-521-4140. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-665-2006. ROADSIDE COVERAGE BEYOND BASIC WARRANTY In the United States...the ignition. Note: With extended use, the flasher may purchase extended coverage prior to your battery. The hazard flashers will flash. Roadside Emergencies Canadian customers who need to arrange roadside assistance ...
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Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. 187 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. ...
Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. 187 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. ...
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... Description SJB, SJB fuses 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 and 12 Not used Not used 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Roadside Emergencies To reduce risk of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of electrical shock, always replace the cover to PDB, PDB...
... Description SJB, SJB fuses 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 and 12 Not used Not used 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Roadside Emergencies To reduce risk of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of electrical shock, always replace the cover to PDB, PDB...
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... heater fan on both vehicles to protect any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Do not attempt to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 191 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Automatic transmissions do ...not touch. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to start your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is considered normal and will ...
... heater fan on both vehicles to protect any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Do not attempt to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 191 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Automatic transmissions do ...not touch. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to start your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is considered normal and will ...
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Roadside Emergencies Connecting the jumper cables 1. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 192 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - - - + - + + + Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2.
Roadside Emergencies Connecting the jumper cables 1. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 192 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - - - + - + + + Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2.
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...negative (-) terminal of the stalled vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Jump starting 1. Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the disabled vehicle. 193 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) -... - - + + + + - Roadside Emergencies 3. Ensure that surround the battery. 5. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake ...
...negative (-) terminal of the stalled vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Jump starting 1. Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the disabled vehicle. 193 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) -... - - + + + + - Roadside Emergencies 3. Ensure that surround the battery. 5. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake ...
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... reverse order that they were connected. 1. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 194 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - - - - + + + + Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal...
... reverse order that they were connected. 1. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 194 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - - - - + + + + Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal...
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Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - - - + + - + + 195
Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - - - + + - + + 195