Owner's Manual
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...and defroster vents. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, demisters and floor vents. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and floor vents. See the following for more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesired odors from ... the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents and can be disabled in any other airflow selection except defrost. Use with selection of MAX A/C or can be used to Rear window defroster in the vehicle. 24 2005 Montego (mgo...
...and defroster vents. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, demisters and floor vents. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and floor vents. See the following for more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesired odors from ... the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents and can be disabled in any other airflow selection except defrost. Use with selection of MAX A/C or can be used to Rear window defroster in the vehicle. 24 2005 Montego (mgo...
Owner's Manual
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... recirculated air colder airflow. • Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain passenger comfort. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. the air flow selector in cold weather: 1. Select A/C. Do not place objects on the windshield during humid...• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 25 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Set the temperature control to the coldest ...
... recirculated air colder airflow. • Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain passenger comfort. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. the air flow selector in cold weather: 1. Select A/C. Do not place objects on the windshield during humid...• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 25 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Set the temperature control to the coldest ...
Owner's Manual
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... used to cool down the interior of the vehicle. Climate Controls DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Defrost: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel and floor vents. 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) A. Recirculated air: Press to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Note: You may turn off automatically...
... used to cool down the interior of the vehicle. Climate Controls DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Defrost: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel and floor vents. 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) A. Recirculated air: Press to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Note: You may turn off automatically...
Owner's Manual
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Climate Controls 9. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. 10. F/C (Temperature conversions): Press to reach the desired temperature. 27 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate control system is disengaged. The system will automatically ...
Climate Controls 9. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. 10. F/C (Temperature conversions): Press to reach the desired temperature. 27 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate control system is disengaged. The system will automatically ...
Owner's Manual
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... range is directed. The system will be shown in the display. : Distributes air through the instrument panel and center console vents (if equipped). : Distributes air through the instrument panel, floor and center console vents (if equipped). : Distributes air through the air distribution modes listed...Driver heated seat control: Press to display cabin temperature settings. 13. Airflow direction control: Press to reach the desired temperature. 29 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Press again to heat the driver seat. decrease the fan speed. ...
... range is directed. The system will be shown in the display. : Distributes air through the instrument panel and center console vents (if equipped). : Distributes air through the instrument panel, floor and center console vents (if equipped). : Distributes air through the air distribution modes listed...Driver heated seat control: Press to display cabin temperature settings. 13. Airflow direction control: Press to reach the desired temperature. 29 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Press again to heat the driver seat. decrease the fan speed. ...
Owner's Manual
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... snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 30 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. Climate Controls OPERATING TIPS • To reduce fog...
... snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 30 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. Climate Controls OPERATING TIPS • To reduce fog...
Owner's Manual
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...autolamps on -off . control clockwise to The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a predetermined amount of time the lamps stay on . 32 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) To program the auto lamp exit time delay: 1. Turn the ignition switch to RUN and... the . Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off control of the autolamp exit delay to be changed. Turns the headlamps on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turn the headlamp switch to LOCK. 4. Turns on . You can change the amount of time after...
...autolamps on -off . control clockwise to The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a predetermined amount of time the lamps stay on . 32 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) To program the auto lamp exit time delay: 1. Turn the ignition switch to RUN and... the . Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off control of the autolamp exit delay to be changed. Turns the headlamps on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turn the headlamp switch to LOCK. 4. Turns on . You can change the amount of time after...
Owner's Manual
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...instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parklamp operation. Flash to pass Pull toward you , to the second detent, to activate. Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn on your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician. 34 2005 Montego... (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly ...
...instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parklamp operation. Flash to pass Pull toward you , to the second detent, to activate. Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn on your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician. 34 2005 Montego... (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly ...
Owner's Manual
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... to have it replaced. Replacing HID headlamp bulbs The low beam headlamps on your dealer or a qualified technician. 37 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) To replace all instrument panel lights - The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality...
... to have it replaced. Replacing HID headlamp bulbs The low beam headlamps on your dealer or a qualified technician. 37 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) To replace all instrument panel lights - The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality...
Owner's Manual
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... to fast forward. Press the control to secure sunglasses or similar sized objects. INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT The storage compartment may be moved to open . The visor will open slightly and can be used to open the storage compartment. 43 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Press...
... to fast forward. Press the control to secure sunglasses or similar sized objects. INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT The storage compartment may be moved to open . The visor will open slightly and can be used to open the storage compartment. 43 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Press...
Owner's Manual
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... accessory plugs only. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of the window openings. 44 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The lighter will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. The auxiliary power points are designed for... children and/or pets are not in the proximity of 12 VDC/180W. Driver Controls AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are located on the instrument panel and in the center console utility compartment.
... accessory plugs only. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of the window openings. 44 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The lighter will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. The auxiliary power points are designed for... children and/or pets are not in the proximity of 12 VDC/180W. Driver Controls AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are located on the instrument panel and in the center console utility compartment.
Owner's Manual
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... (73 mm) of maximum travel. OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET 48 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The adjustment allows for using your convenience. 1. Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the instrument panel) to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the top of the...
... (73 mm) of maximum travel. OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET 48 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The adjustment allows for using your convenience. 1. Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the instrument panel) to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the top of the...
Owner's Manual
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Driver Controls INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL Press the remote trunk release control on the instrument panel to the anchors provided. CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo net (if equipped) (Wagon) The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the net. Attach the net to the left of the steering wheel. Do not put more than 50 lbs. (22 kg) in the cargo area. This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision. 69 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Driver Controls INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL Press the remote trunk release control on the instrument panel to the anchors provided. CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo net (if equipped) (Wagon) The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the net. Attach the net to the left of the steering wheel. Do not put more than 50 lbs. (22 kg) in the cargo area. This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision. 69 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...). 82 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will not start systems. Use of these objects from the coded key and restart the engine. These objects will glow for service. Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster...
...). 82 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will not start systems. Use of these objects from the coded key and restart the engine. These objects will glow for service. Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster...
Owner's Manual
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... reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer's directions. Restart the vehicle and have adjusted their seats and put on the floor. 112 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) This will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is off. After all occupants have...enabled, the indicator will be unlit and stay unlit to remind you that they continue to ride in the seat, centered on the instrument panel. The front passenger sensing system is designed to turn off and ask the person to enable (may inflate), the indicator light will...
... reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer's directions. Restart the vehicle and have adjusted their seats and put on the floor. 112 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) This will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is off. After all occupants have...enabled, the indicator will be unlit and stay unlit to remind you that they continue to ride in the seat, centered on the instrument panel. The front passenger sensing system is designed to turn off and ask the person to enable (may inflate), the indicator light will...
Owner's Manual
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... be ON, and the gear selector in detecting large stationary objects to the ground. An 174 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) When the obstacle is ON. To turn the RSS on the instrument panel allows the driver to prevent contact with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of...
... be ON, and the gear selector in detecting large stationary objects to the ground. An 174 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) When the obstacle is ON. To turn the RSS on the instrument panel allows the driver to prevent contact with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of...
Owner's Manual
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... you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this switch may have been activated. 183 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The hazard flashers will flash... control again to the engine when your battery. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-521-4140. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-...had a substantial jolt. HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flasher is located on the instrument panel by contacting your vehicle is disabled and is not in the ignition. Push in...
... you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this switch may have been activated. 183 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The hazard flashers will flash... control again to the engine when your battery. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-521-4140. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-...had a substantial jolt. HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flasher is located on the instrument panel by contacting your vehicle is disabled and is not in the ignition. Push in...
Owner's Manual
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... maxi cartridge fuses Blue Blue - - Pink Pink Green Green Red Red Yellow Yellow Black Black Passenger compartment fuse panel/Smart Junction Box (SJB) The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The fuses are coded as follows. 185 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
... maxi cartridge fuses Blue Blue - - Pink Pink Green Green Red Red Yellow Yellow Black Black Passenger compartment fuse panel/Smart Junction Box (SJB) The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The fuses are coded as follows. 185 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
Page 210
... damage to the interior painted surfaces. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the air bag system. • Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if ...INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry cloth; The dull finish in contact with cleaning solution. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials. 210 2005 Montego...
... damage to the interior painted surfaces. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the air bag system. • Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if ...INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry cloth; The dull finish in contact with cleaning solution. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials. 210 2005 Montego...
Owner's Manual
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Lift the prop rod by the sleeve and not the bare metal. 214 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the bottom of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the front center of the instrument panel near the steering column. 2. Maintenance and Specifications OPENING THE HOOD 1.
Lift the prop rod by the sleeve and not the bare metal. 214 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the bottom of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the front center of the instrument panel near the steering column. 2. Maintenance and Specifications OPENING THE HOOD 1.