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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)
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... (API). To protect your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in scheduled maintenance information. Maintenance and Specifications Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for your engine application. 219 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) ...USA_English (fus) and Japanese automobile manufacturers. Change your engine's warranty use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting all requirements for added engine protection and long life. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel...
... (API). To protect your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in scheduled maintenance information. Maintenance and Specifications Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for your engine application. 219 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) ...USA_English (fus) and Japanese automobile manufacturers. Change your engine's warranty use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting all requirements for added engine protection and long life. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel...
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Aftermarket products could cause damage to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for changing the fuel filter. 232 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Cleaner air Ford endorses the use high quality fuel of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling...
Aftermarket products could cause damage to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for changing the fuel filter. 232 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Cleaner air Ford endorses the use high quality fuel of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling...
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.... The advertised capacity is the amount of information about actual fuel economy is filled. • Allow no more accurate measurement after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km-5,000 km). Maintenance and Specifications Replace the fuel filter with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality...still present in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty. Empty reserve is the difference in the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you fill up. 233 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus...
.... The advertised capacity is the amount of information about actual fuel economy is filled. • Allow no more accurate measurement after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km-5,000 km). Maintenance and Specifications Replace the fuel filter with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality...still present in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty. Empty reserve is the difference in the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you fill up. 233 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus...
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...in 1/2 pint (250 mL) increments through the filler tube until the level is a critical emission component. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Engine air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs 1 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine FA-1771 FG-1060 BXT-36R FL-820-S 1 2 The PCV valve is...overfill occurs, excess fluid should be used . It is one ATF fluid specification has been tested and approved for changing the PCV valve. 241 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) For PCV valve replacement, see your vehicle and to its emissions system. Use ...
...in 1/2 pint (250 mL) increments through the filler tube until the level is a critical emission component. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Engine air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs 1 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine FA-1771 FG-1060 BXT-36R FL-820-S 1 2 The PCV valve is...overfill occurs, excess fluid should be used . It is one ATF fluid specification has been tested and approved for changing the PCV valve. 241 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) For PCV valve replacement, see your vehicle and to its emissions system. Use ...
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Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Engine oil (includes filter change)2 Ford Part Application Name Motorcraft SAE 3.0L engine 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) N/A All 3.0L engine Capacity 6.0 quarts (5.7L) Fuel tank capacity Power steering Motorcraft fluid MERCON ATF Motorcraft Automatic ....0 gallons (71.9L) Between MAX and MIN on reservoir 10.0 quarts (9.5L)4 6-speed automatic transaxle AWD 7.4 quarts (7.0L) 1.5 pints (0.7L) Coupler 1.5 pints (0.7L) 243 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Engine oil (includes filter change)2 Ford Part Application Name Motorcraft SAE 3.0L engine 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) N/A All 3.0L engine Capacity 6.0 quarts (5.7L) Fuel tank capacity Power steering Motorcraft fluid MERCON ATF Motorcraft Automatic ....0 gallons (71.9L) Between MAX and MIN on reservoir 10.0 quarts (9.5L)4 6-speed automatic transaxle AWD 7.4 quarts (7.0L) 1.5 pints (0.7L) Coupler 1.5 pints (0.7L) 243 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
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...vehicles driving off road ...175 Fuel ...228 calculating fuel economy ...58, 233 cap ...230 capacity ...242 choosing the right fuel ...231 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates ...236 detergent in fuel ...232 filling your vehicle with fuel ...228, 230, 233 filter, specifications ...232, 241 fuel pump shut-off switch ...183 improving fuel economy ...233 octane rating ...... cleaning ...210 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior ...34 J Jack ...135 positioning ...135 storage ...135 Jump-starting your vehicle ...191 255 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
...vehicles driving off road ...175 Fuel ...228 calculating fuel economy ...58, 233 cap ...230 capacity ...242 choosing the right fuel ...231 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates ...236 detergent in fuel ...232 filling your vehicle with fuel ...228, 230, 233 filter, specifications ...232, 241 fuel pump shut-off switch ...183 improving fuel economy ...233 octane rating ...... cleaning ...210 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior ...34 J Jack ...135 positioning ...135 storage ...135 Jump-starting your vehicle ...191 255 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
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... on the vehicles equipped with the Torqshift and 4R100 transmissions. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator). Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Change automatic transmission fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on vehicles equipped ...
... on the vehicles equipped with the Torqshift and 4R100 transmissions. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator). Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Change automatic transmission fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on vehicles equipped ...
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...U-joints. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Replace the remote filter element on vehicles equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Consult your dealer for wear and rotate. ❑ ...Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator, Expedition and Aviator). Replace engine air filter. Change automatic transmission fluid on the vehicles equipped with the Torqshift and 4R100 transmissions. Lubricate...
...U-joints. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Replace the remote filter element on vehicles equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Consult your dealer for wear and rotate. ❑ ...Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator, Expedition and Aviator). Replace engine air filter. Change automatic transmission fluid on the vehicles equipped with the Torqshift and 4R100 transmissions. Lubricate...
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...Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance Normal ... SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for your particular requirements. Replace engine air filter. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 95,000 miles...
...Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance Normal ... SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for your particular requirements. Replace engine air filter. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 95,000 miles...
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...❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Replace engine air filter. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter on all other vehicles, if equipped with CVT. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator...Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (Excursion). Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Replace the remote filter element on all light trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (except for your dealer for...
...❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Replace engine air filter. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter on all other vehicles, if equipped with CVT. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator...Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (Excursion). Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Replace the remote filter element on all light trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (except for your dealer for...
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...page 46 and record page 48). Change transfer case fluid (4X4 only). Replace fuel filter (see pages 42 and 46). Change front axle lubricant (4X4 only). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. filter not required on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see page 47)....equipped (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator). Replace 4X2 wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings. Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER ...
...page 46 and record page 48). Change transfer case fluid (4X4 only). Replace fuel filter (see pages 42 and 46). Change front axle lubricant (4X4 only). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. filter not required on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see page 47)....equipped (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator). Replace 4X2 wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings. Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER ...
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..., half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Rotation recommended for Focus). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level...
..., half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Rotation recommended for Focus). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level...
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...life. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Consult your particular requirements. Replace ... heat shields. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & MINIVANS 55,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for Focus). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (LS and Monterey). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE:...
...life. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Consult your particular requirements. Replace ... heat shields. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & MINIVANS 55,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for Focus). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (LS and Monterey). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE:...
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...and heat shields. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Change automatic transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with 4F50N or 4F27E. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (LS and...-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 95,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for Focus). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, ...
...and heat shields. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Change automatic transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with 4F50N or 4F27E. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (LS and...-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 95,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for Focus). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, ...
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Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all vehicles equipped with 4F50N or 4F27E. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION... vehicles equipped with dipstick. Inspect wheel ends for your dealer for endplay and noise. Consult your particular requirements. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter on all other vehicles, if equipped with CVT. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and...
Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all vehicles equipped with 4F50N or 4F27E. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION... vehicles equipped with dipstick. Inspect wheel ends for your dealer for endplay and noise. Consult your particular requirements. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter on all other vehicles, if equipped with CVT. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and...
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...Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension (see page 47). Replace fuel filter (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles...). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (LS and Monterey). Change automatic transaxle filter (except CVT, Five Hundred and Montego equipped with 6-speed automatic transaxle). Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid (except CVT). Check air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required (Focus only)....
...Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension (see page 47). Replace fuel filter (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles...). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (LS and Monterey). Change automatic transaxle filter (except CVT, Five Hundred and Montego equipped with 6-speed automatic transaxle). Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid (except CVT). Check air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required (Focus only)....
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...Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as in one of engine operation Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube front lower control arm and steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter... Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid Lubricate 4X2 front wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs Change transfer case fluid As required Replace cabin air filter 42 Scheduled...
...Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as in one of engine operation Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube front lower control arm and steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter... Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid Lubricate 4X2 front wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs Change transfer case fluid As required Replace cabin air filter 42 Scheduled...
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... as unpaved or dusty roads Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid Check air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required (Focus only) Every 50,000 miles Change rear axle lubricant (E450 and F450...
... as unpaved or dusty roads Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid Check air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required (Focus only) Every 50,000 miles Change rear axle lubricant (E450 and F450...
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... the vehicle's useful life. For E450 and F450/550 vehicles operated at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be replaced every 50,000 miles. California Fuel Filter Replacement ❑ If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all E450 and F450/550 applications. Special Operating Conditions...
... the vehicle's useful life. For E450 and F450/550 vehicles operated at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be replaced every 50,000 miles. California Fuel Filter Replacement ❑ If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all E450 and F450/550 applications. Special Operating Conditions...