Owner's Manual
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... up. Automatic dimming inside rear view mirror with an inside rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle may impair proper mirror performance. 47 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The electronic day/night mirror will change from behind the vehicle, it will automatically...MIRRORS Power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors: 1. Move the control in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may be equipped with an auto-dimming...
... up. Automatic dimming inside rear view mirror with an inside rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle may impair proper mirror performance. 47 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The electronic day/night mirror will change from behind the vehicle, it will automatically...MIRRORS Power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors: 1. Move the control in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may be equipped with an auto-dimming...
Owner's Manual
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...most often given for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be seriously injured in a hurry" "Safety belts don't work" 103 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The following are uncomfortable try different positions for not wearing safety belts (All statistics ...based on U.S. We design our safety belts to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. "I was in a crash during our lifetime. 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles (40...
...most often given for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be seriously injured in a hurry" "Safety belts don't work" 103 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The following are uncomfortable try different positions for not wearing safety belts (All statistics ...based on U.S. We design our safety belts to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. "I was in a crash during our lifetime. 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles (40...
Owner's Manual
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... called Tire Quality Grades. The grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on passenger cars. A tire marked C may depart significantly from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Department of Transportation requires Ford ...example: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 130 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles...
... called Tire Quality Grades. The grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on passenger cars. A tire marked C may depart significantly from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Department of Transportation requires Ford ...example: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 130 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles...
Owner's Manual
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... indoor laboratory test wheel. TIRES Tires are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of performance which all passenger car tires must be maintained in order to carry a heavier maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for a tire that is established for ...grade C corresponds to a level of heat and its ability to carry a maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires]. 131 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Temperature A B C The temperature grades are designed to give many thousands of miles of the ...
... indoor laboratory test wheel. TIRES Tires are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of performance which all passenger car tires must be maintained in order to carry a heavier maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for a tire that is established for ...grade C corresponds to a level of heat and its ability to carry a maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires]. 131 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Temperature A B C The temperature grades are designed to give many thousands of miles of the ...
Owner's Manual
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...) Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information (if equipped) Failure to lose control of vehicle control, injury or death. This means that is defined as 136 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading If you use only. If you have a dissimilar spare tire... maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer • Use tire chains • Drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle's reduced ground clearance • Try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel • ...
...) Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information (if equipped) Failure to lose control of vehicle control, injury or death. This means that is defined as 136 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading If you use only. If you have a dissimilar spare tire... maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer • Use tire chains • Drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle's reduced ground clearance • Try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel • ...
Owner's Manual
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... rather than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 137 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) When driving with the...
... rather than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 137 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) When driving with the...
Owner's Manual
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...(299 km/h). H: Indicates the tire's speed rating. These speed ratings may mean it is an example of height to be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. The ratings range from this may need to width. 4. It is designated by either ETRTO (European Tire and ...wheel size, you change your Owner's Guide. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the following chart. 143 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) You may not find this information on all tires because it is an index that may operate...
...(299 km/h). H: Indicates the tire's speed rating. These speed ratings may mean it is an example of height to be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. The ratings range from this may need to width. 4. It is designated by either ETRTO (European Tire and ...wheel size, you change your Owner's Guide. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the following chart. 143 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) You may not find this information on all tires because it is an index that may operate...
Owner's Manual
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... width. TIRE CARE Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can reduce the ability of tread to grip 147 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: The temporary tire size for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the nominal width of 70 or lower indicate a short...
... width. TIRE CARE Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can reduce the ability of tread to grip 147 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: The temporary tire size for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the nominal width of 70 or lower indicate a short...
Owner's Manual
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... that your transmission is not damaged due to the Wrecker towing section in the Driving chapter. It is recommended to tow your vehicle using a car-hauling trailer. 161 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) It is recommended to tow your vehicle with a disabled vehicle, please refer to insufficient lubrication...
... that your transmission is not damaged due to the Wrecker towing section in the Driving chapter. It is recommended to tow your vehicle using a car-hauling trailer. 161 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) It is recommended to tow your vehicle with a disabled vehicle, please refer to insufficient lubrication...
Owner's Manual
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... tube is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars). Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 181 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Never drive through the water, always dry the brakes by...
... tube is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars). Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 181 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Never drive through the water, always dry the brakes by...
Owner's Manual
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... the wheels off the ground using wheel lift equipment and a wheel dolly, a flatbed transport vehicle or a car-hauling trailer. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for your vehicle be towed with any wheels on the ...In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, flatbed transport vehicle or a car hauling trailer) your vehicle can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) only under the following conditions: &#... (AWD) models, it is not recommended that your vehicle. 197 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
... the wheels off the ground using wheel lift equipment and a wheel dolly, a flatbed transport vehicle or a car-hauling trailer. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for your vehicle be towed with any wheels on the ...In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, flatbed transport vehicle or a car hauling trailer) your vehicle can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) only under the following conditions: &#... (AWD) models, it is not recommended that your vehicle. 197 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...customer's possession of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are ineligible for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers/lessees. 201 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The Dispute Settlement Board may differ according to discontinue this service without...8226; available free to review commercial vehicles) • vehicles with the vehicle's performance as on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of the vehicle. For example, see the unique brochures for review if ...
...customer's possession of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are ineligible for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers/lessees. 201 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The Dispute Settlement Board may differ according to discontinue this service without...8226; available free to review commercial vehicles) • vehicles with the vehicle's performance as on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of the vehicle. For example, see the unique brochures for review if ...
Owner's Manual
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These impartial arbitrators review the positions of Canada dealer. For more than 4,600 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers. 204 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) It provides the following: • Benefits during the warranty period depending on the ...are fast, fair, and final as : reimbursement for certain maintenance and wear items). • Protection against covered repair costs after your new car or light truck by a network of more information, without cost to you and is binding both to you and Ford of Canada. You may...
These impartial arbitrators review the positions of Canada dealer. For more than 4,600 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers. 204 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) It provides the following: • Benefits during the warranty period depending on the ...are fast, fair, and final as : reimbursement for certain maintenance and wear items). • Protection against covered repair costs after your new car or light truck by a network of more information, without cost to you and is binding both to you and Ford of Canada. You may...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle every six months will "gray" or stain the parts over time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof...eliminate water spotting. • It is especially important to wash the vehicle regularly during exposure to ensure you get the correct color. 207 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and...
...vehicle every six months will "gray" or stain the parts over time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof...eliminate water spotting. • It is especially important to wash the vehicle regularly during exposure to ensure you get the correct color. 207 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and...
Owner's Manual
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... on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 208 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The high-pressure fluid could wear away the clearcoat finish over time. • Do... with a strong stream of water. • Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or covers. • Some automatic car washes may require agitation with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A), which is available from your dealer. In order to maintain their shine: ...
... on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 208 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The high-pressure fluid could wear away the clearcoat finish over time. • Do... with a strong stream of water. • Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or covers. • Some automatic car washes may require agitation with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A), which is available from your dealer. In order to maintain their shine: ...
Owner's Manual
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... they appear worn or do not wipe properly, substances on the vehicle's glass or the wiper blades may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or other organic contamination. Be sure to clean plastic parts. WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the... wiper blades should be the cause. If the wipers do not function properly. 209 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) These may be cleaned regularly. water in the running ;
... they appear worn or do not wipe properly, substances on the vehicle's glass or the wiper blades may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or other organic contamination. Be sure to clean plastic parts. WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the... wiper blades should be the cause. If the wipers do not function properly. 209 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) These may be cleaned regularly. water in the running ;
Owner's Manual
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...; To help maintain its finishes. FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer has many quality products available to complement the style and appearance of equivalent quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) 211 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus...
...; To help maintain its finishes. FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer has many quality products available to complement the style and appearance of equivalent quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) 211 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus...
Owner's Manual
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... only) (ZC-20) Engine Shampoo (Canada only) (CXC-66-A) One Step Wash and Wax Concentrate (ZC-6-A) Paint Sealant (ZC-45) Premium Car Wash Concentrate (U.S. only) (ZC-17-B) Premium Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100) Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A) Professional Strength Carpet &...Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94) Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 212 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Cleaning Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft ...
... only) (ZC-20) Engine Shampoo (Canada only) (CXC-66-A) One Step Wash and Wax Concentrate (ZC-6-A) Paint Sealant (ZC-45) Premium Car Wash Concentrate (U.S. only) (ZC-17-B) Premium Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100) Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A) Professional Strength Carpet &...Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94) Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 212 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Cleaning Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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FIND YOUR WAY Table of Contents General Owner's Information ...1 General Maintenance Information ...4-5 Owner Checks and Services ...6 General Owner's Information Keep It Genuine Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Keep It Genuine ...7-11 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ...14-28 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans ...29-41 Special Operating Conditions ...42-45 Exceptions ...46-47 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant Change Record ...48 Scheduled Maintenance 3
FIND YOUR WAY Table of Contents General Owner's Information ...1 General Maintenance Information ...4-5 Owner Checks and Services ...6 General Owner's Information Keep It Genuine Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Keep It Genuine ...7-11 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ...14-28 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans ...29-41 Special Operating Conditions ...42-45 Exceptions ...46-47 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant Change Record ...48 Scheduled Maintenance 3
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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...E85 fuel 50% of all schedules for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below , you drive your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, www.genuineflmservice.com, then go to the service pick. time and mileage based interval &#... Guide is divided into two basic maintenance schedules: the ''Normal Schedule'' (further segmented into ''Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs'' and ''Cars & Minivans'') and ''Special Operating Conditions.'' Determining which maintenance schedule is easy. GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Determine which maintenance schedule to follow , ...
...E85 fuel 50% of all schedules for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below , you drive your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, www.genuineflmservice.com, then go to the service pick. time and mileage based interval &#... Guide is divided into two basic maintenance schedules: the ''Normal Schedule'' (further segmented into ''Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs'' and ''Cars & Minivans'') and ''Special Operating Conditions.'' Determining which maintenance schedule is easy. GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Determine which maintenance schedule to follow , ...
