Owner's Manual
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... Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Speed Control Powertrain Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002...
... Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Speed Control Powertrain Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002...
Owner's Manual
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...service immediately from your servicing dealership. Brake system warning light: To P ! Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should be properly installed. Driving a vehicle with this light fails to illuminate when ignition is.... A significant decrease in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to flash or remains on , refer to ...
...service immediately from your servicing dealership. Brake system warning light: To P ! Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should be properly installed. Driving a vehicle with this light fails to illuminate when ignition is.... A significant decrease in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to flash or remains on , refer to ...
Owner's Manual
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... fault or an AWD fault (if equipped) has been detected. Parking brake ON: Sounds when the parking brake is left in the ignition in -ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is off , contact your dealer as soon as possible. 13 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If the indicators...-theft System has been activated. Turn signal warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on , the ignition is left ON and driven.
... fault or an AWD fault (if equipped) has been detected. Parking brake ON: Sounds when the parking brake is left in the ignition in -ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is off , contact your dealer as soon as possible. 13 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If the indicators...-theft System has been activated. Turn signal warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on , the ignition is left ON and driven.
Owner's Manual
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... 2 3157A (amber) *Stop/tail lamp N/A LED Backup lamp 2 921 3157A Rear turn signal lamp 2 (amber) License plate lamp 2 168 *High-mount brake lamp N/A LED Foglamp (if equipped) 2 9145 (H10) Map lamp 2 12V6W Dome/reading lamp 6 578 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where ... your dealer or a qualified service technician to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The bulb is burned out, the bulb assembly must be replaced by your dealer or a qualified technician. 37 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Replacing HID ...
... 2 3157A (amber) *Stop/tail lamp N/A LED Backup lamp 2 921 3157A Rear turn signal lamp 2 (amber) License plate lamp 2 168 *High-mount brake lamp N/A LED Foglamp (if equipped) 2 9145 (H10) Map lamp 2 12V6W Dome/reading lamp 6 578 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where ... your dealer or a qualified service technician to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The bulb is burned out, the bulb assembly must be replaced by your dealer or a qualified technician. 37 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Replacing HID ...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle. 4. Install new bulb(s) in the OFF position and open the trunk. 2. Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs This must be replaced by your dealer or a qualified technician. 39 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Make sure the headlamp switch is in ... brake and tail lamp bulbs These must be replaced by your dealer or a qualified technician. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the tail lamp assembly. 3. Follow the same steps to expose the backside of the lamp assembly. 5. Lights Replacing...
...vehicle. 4. Install new bulb(s) in the OFF position and open the trunk. 2. Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs This must be replaced by your dealer or a qualified technician. 39 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Make sure the headlamp switch is in ... brake and tail lamp bulbs These must be replaced by your dealer or a qualified technician. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the tail lamp assembly. 3. Follow the same steps to expose the backside of the lamp assembly. 5. Lights Replacing...
Owner's Manual
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...release it . light on an uphill, your speed control will automatically return the vehicle to reduce the speed. • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 30 mph (48 km/h). Disengaging the speed control will turn on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes to the ...4. Take your set speed on . OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET 49 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) This will disengage. Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or press CNCL (Cancel). OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET Note: ...
...release it . light on an uphill, your speed control will automatically return the vehicle to reduce the speed. • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 30 mph (48 km/h). Disengaging the speed control will turn on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes to the ...4. Take your set speed on . OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET 49 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) This will disengage. Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or press CNCL (Cancel). OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET Note: ...
Owner's Manual
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.... • This will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds. • This will enable the BeltMinder feature for 3 seconds again. 105 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: The driver and front passenger BeltMinder features must be deactivated/activated by 3 seconds ...ending in the OFF position • The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled To reduce the risk of the light turning on for that : • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) • The ignition switch is currently ...
.... • This will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds. • This will enable the BeltMinder feature for 3 seconds again. 105 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: The driver and front passenger BeltMinder features must be deactivated/activated by 3 seconds ...ending in the OFF position • The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled To reduce the risk of the light turning on for that : • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) • The ignition switch is currently ...
Owner's Manual
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... corners. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are safe if installed properly and adjusted to you require assistance. You must meet local and Federal regulations. Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to tow Use the proper equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. 159 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post...
... corners. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are safe if installed properly and adjusted to you require assistance. You must meet local and Federal regulations. Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to tow Use the proper equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. 159 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post...
Owner's Manual
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...as ABS braking is done and normal brake operation resumes. Using ABS When hard braking is normal. However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. normal braking is turned on. Driving BRAKES Occasional brake noise is required, apply continuous force on the brake pedal; light in ...a malfunction and needs to Brake system warning P ! The ABS will increase your brake system serviced immediately.) 166 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) BRAKE Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is present, the brake linings may be inspected by ...
...as ABS braking is done and normal brake operation resumes. Using ABS When hard braking is normal. However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. normal braking is turned on. Driving BRAKES Occasional brake noise is required, apply continuous force on the brake pedal; light in ...a malfunction and needs to Brake system warning P ! The ABS will increase your brake system serviced immediately.) 166 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) BRAKE Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is present, the brake linings may be inspected by ...
Owner's Manual
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...may overheat. Remember, your safety and the safety of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your vehicle goes off the edge ...of the pavement • If your speed. Press lightly on pavement made slippery by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a... by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. You may occur. If your vehicle. 176 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Do not rock the vehicle if the ...
...may overheat. Remember, your safety and the safety of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your vehicle goes off the edge ...of the pavement • If your speed. Press lightly on pavement made slippery by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a... by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. You may occur. If your vehicle. 176 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Do not rock the vehicle if the ...
Owner's Manual
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... the transmission. Remember, you may be able to the point that could damage drive components. 178 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Traction or brake capability may stall. avoid water higher than the bottom of the engine. Be cautious of sudden changes...mud. L (Low) gear operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. If your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that assistance may cycle on and ...
... the transmission. Remember, you may be able to the point that could damage drive components. 178 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Traction or brake capability may stall. avoid water higher than the bottom of the engine. Be cautious of sudden changes...mud. L (Low) gear operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. If your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that assistance may cycle on and ...
Owner's Manual
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...losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other public and private lands by "treading lightly." Driving on a hill, determine beforehand the route you would use . Too much power will use to climb up the hill to drive.... When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you won't be turning in our nations wilderness areas. Do not drive over . Do not "pump" the brakes. 179 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) When you brake hard, the front wheels can't turn and if they...
...losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other public and private lands by "treading lightly." Driving on a hill, determine beforehand the route you would use . Too much power will use to climb up the hill to drive.... When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you won't be turning in our nations wilderness areas. Do not drive over . Do not "pump" the brakes. 179 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) When you brake hard, the front wheels can't turn and if they...
Owner's Manual
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... and cause internal transmission damage. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 181 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Driving through water, traction or brake capability may stall. Once through water... that is not known. Also, water may enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake...
... and cause internal transmission damage. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 181 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Driving through water, traction or brake capability may stall. Once through water... that is not known. Also, water may enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake...
Owner's Manual
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... not required and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your vehicle (for high speed driving. 235 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Refer to Lubricant specifications in this type could... steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Close windows for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel ... alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may want to your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go ...
... not required and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your vehicle (for high speed driving. 235 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Refer to Lubricant specifications in this type could... steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Close windows for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel ... alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may want to your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go ...
Owner's Manual
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...220 acid, treating emergencies ...220 jumping a disabled battery ...191 maintenance-free ...220 replacement, specifications ...241 servicing ...220 BeltMinder ...102 Brakes ...166 anti-lock ...166 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...166 fluid, checking and adding ...239 fluid, refill capacities ...242 fluid, specifications ...245, 247 lubricant specifications ..245, 247 ...seat ...124 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...208 instrument panel ...210 interior ...210 interior trim ...210 plastic parts ...209 253 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
...220 acid, treating emergencies ...220 jumping a disabled battery ...191 maintenance-free ...220 replacement, specifications ...241 servicing ...220 BeltMinder ...102 Brakes ...166 anti-lock ...166 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...166 fluid, checking and adding ...239 fluid, refill capacities ...242 fluid, specifications ...245, 247 lubricant specifications ..245, 247 ...seat ...124 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...208 instrument panel ...210 interior ...210 interior trim ...210 plastic parts ...209 253 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...interior lamps ...36 replacing bulbs ...36-40 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...36 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...166 Load limits ...152 Locks autolock ...80 childproof ...71 doors ...70 Lubricant...roof ...52 Motorcraft parts ...232, 241 O Octane rating ...231 Oil (see Engine oil) ...216 P Parking brake ...167 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...241 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ...95 Power adjustable foot pedals ...48 Power ......73 illuminated entry ...77-78 opening the trunk ...74 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
...interior lamps ...36 replacing bulbs ...36-40 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...36 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...166 Load limits ...152 Locks autolock ...80 childproof ...71 doors ...70 Lubricant...roof ...52 Motorcraft parts ...232, 241 O Octane rating ...231 Oil (see Engine oil) ...216 P Parking brake ...167 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...241 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ...95 Power adjustable foot pedals ...48 Power ......73 illuminated entry ...77-78 opening the trunk ...74 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...extension assembly ...106 for adults ...98-100 for children ...119-120 Occupant Classification Sensor ...95 safety belt maintenance ...106 warning light and chime ...101 Safety seats for children ...122 Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ...94 Seats ...87 child safety seats ...... ...196 Traction control ...167 Transaxle fluid, refill capacities ...242 lubricant specifications ...247 Transmission ...169 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...169 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...239 lubricant specifications ...245 Trunk ...71 257 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
...extension assembly ...106 for adults ...98-100 for children ...119-120 Occupant Classification Sensor ...95 safety belt maintenance ...106 warning light and chime ...101 Safety seats for children ...122 Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ...94 Seats ...87 child safety seats ...... ...196 Traction control ...167 Transaxle fluid, refill capacities ...242 lubricant specifications ...247 Transmission ...169 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...169 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...239 lubricant specifications ...245 Trunk ...71 257 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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tires for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check function of all interior and exterior lights. OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES It is recommended that externally mounted spare tire is properly stowed (tight) (see dealer) and outside ...operation, and clean all hinges, latches, door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for proper operation. power steering fluid level. parking brake for operation. engine cooling system level and strength. and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. that the following basic maintenance...
tires for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check function of all interior and exterior lights. OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES It is recommended that externally mounted spare tire is properly stowed (tight) (see dealer) and outside ...operation, and clean all hinges, latches, door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for proper operation. power steering fluid level. parking brake for operation. engine cooling system level and strength. and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. that the following basic maintenance...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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... There are a lot of maintenance and light repair automotive services. Value Shopping for Your Vehicle's Maintenance Needs Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of reasons why your vehicle. Factory-trained Technicians Ford and Lincoln Mercury service technicians participate in extensive factory-sponsored ..., and we stand behind them become the experts on the operation of your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership is a great way to become certified. Get the most from routine maintenance like brake service, check out the value your service and maintenance visits.
... There are a lot of maintenance and light repair automotive services. Value Shopping for Your Vehicle's Maintenance Needs Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of reasons why your vehicle. Factory-trained Technicians Ford and Lincoln Mercury service technicians participate in extensive factory-sponsored ..., and we stand behind them become the experts on the operation of your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership is a great way to become certified. Get the most from routine maintenance like brake service, check out the value your service and maintenance visits.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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...Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer (if equipped with a dipstick... check air pressure, including spare. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Recommended at every scheduled maintenance interval as one way to keep your vehicle running right, it is important that you have the...
...Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer (if equipped with a dipstick... check air pressure, including spare. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Recommended at every scheduled maintenance interval as one way to keep your vehicle running right, it is important that you have the...