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...for operation. battery connections and clean if necessary. engine oil fluid level. windshield washer fluid level. washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all interior and exterior lights. Check Every Month for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check function of new vehicle operation and after any wheel...1033; for more information. and lubricate all hinges, latches, door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. and clean body and door drain holes. engine cooling system level and strength. clutch fluid level, if equipped. Retightening...
...for operation. battery connections and clean if necessary. engine oil fluid level. windshield washer fluid level. washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all interior and exterior lights. Check Every Month for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check function of new vehicle operation and after any wheel...1033; for more information. and lubricate all hinges, latches, door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. and clean body and door drain holes. engine cooling system level and strength. clutch fluid level, if equipped. Retightening...
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... parts you should not settle for the following list represents several of the Factory Authorized Systems Checks available at your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealership. The Technician's goal is to ensure that your vehicle meet these specifications. KEEP IT...related concern, please contact your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership. A Factory Authorized Systems Check can find them at a participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealers: Air Conditioning Check Engine Light All Wheel Drive and 4X4 Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling and Cabin Heating Steering and Suspension Charge/...
... parts you should not settle for the following list represents several of the Factory Authorized Systems Checks available at your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealership. The Technician's goal is to ensure that your vehicle meet these specifications. KEEP IT...related concern, please contact your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership. A Factory Authorized Systems Check can find them at a participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealers: Air Conditioning Check Engine Light All Wheel Drive and 4X4 Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling and Cabin Heating Steering and Suspension Charge/...
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...Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir...10065; window washer Inspect tires for leaks and damage. Check exhaust system for oil and fluid leaks. Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect ...checked regularly. Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Check shocks and struts and other suspension components for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Check battery performance. Check...
...Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir...10065; window washer Inspect tires for leaks and damage. Check exhaust system for oil and fluid leaks. Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect ...checked regularly. Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Check shocks and struts and other suspension components for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Check battery performance. Check...
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...10065; Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part ... Operating Conditions & Exceptions EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to be checked or changed anytime the axle and PTO have been submerged in water. Add ...whichever occurs first. ❑ Special Operating Conditions: 3,000 miles, 3 months, or 200 hours of engine operation, whichever occurs first see "Owner's Guide" for complete refill of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546...
...10065; Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part ... Operating Conditions & Exceptions EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to be checked or changed anytime the axle and PTO have been submerged in water. Add ...whichever occurs first. ❑ Special Operating Conditions: 3,000 miles, 3 months, or 200 hours of engine operation, whichever occurs first see "Owner's Guide" for complete refill of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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..., the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle's functions. Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has...
..., the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle's functions. Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has...
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... authorized dealer. Airbag readiness: If this light on may cause the Check engine warning light to come on, refer to flash or remains on is not running, or in the Maintenance and Specification chapter. Brake system warning light: To P ! A significant decrease in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002...
... authorized dealer. Airbag readiness: If this light on may cause the Check engine warning light to come on, refer to flash or remains on is not running, or in the Maintenance and Specification chapter. Brake system warning light: To P ! A significant decrease in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002...
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...8226; After you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your scheduled maintenance information for more frequent service intervals. The speed...hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot weather while stopped in traffic, place ... on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. 166 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Trailer towing...Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are required on a trip to prevent them from ...
...8226; After you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your scheduled maintenance information for more frequent service intervals. The speed...hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot weather while stopped in traffic, place ... on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. 166 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Trailer towing...Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are required on a trip to prevent them from ...
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... Mud and water If you regain control of the vehicle. Once through mud, clean off to the point that could damage drive components. 184 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Even AWD vehicles can be required from another vehicle. Do not perform this operation if...you came if you may be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that assistance may be checked and changed , if necessary. Be cautious of the engine. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the hubs (...
... Mud and water If you regain control of the vehicle. Once through mud, clean off to the point that could damage drive components. 184 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Even AWD vehicles can be required from another vehicle. Do not perform this operation if...you came if you may be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that assistance may be checked and changed , if necessary. Be cautious of the engine. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the hubs (...
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... of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on the "check • The engine" or the "service engine soon" indicator, refer to Warning lights and chimes in your fuel may have run out of the world's automakers approved the World-wide Fuel Charter..." unleaded gasoline because it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using an aftermarket product in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 244 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system. Ask your warranty. Maintenance...
... of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on the "check • The engine" or the "service engine soon" indicator, refer to Warning lights and chimes in your fuel may have run out of the world's automakers approved the World-wide Fuel Charter..." unleaded gasoline because it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using an aftermarket product in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 244 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system. Ask your warranty. Maintenance...
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...of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to driving on hilly terrain. • ...pedal. • Close windows for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy... Fuel economy may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your vehicle. 247 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Unnecessary shifting...items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Maintenance and Specifications • You may...
...of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to driving on hilly terrain. • ...pedal. • Close windows for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy... Fuel economy may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your vehicle. 247 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Unnecessary shifting...items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Maintenance and Specifications • You may...
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...232 replacement, specifications ...254 servicing ...232 BeltMinder ...113 Brakes ...171 anti-lock ...171-172 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...172 fluid, checking and adding ...251 fluid, refill capacities ...255 fluid, specifications ...257, 259 lubricant specifications ..257, 259 parking ...172 shift interlock...straps ..140 in front seat ...137 in rear seat ...137 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...220 instrument panel ...221 interior ...222 interior trim ...222 plastic parts ...220 washing ...218 waxing ...219 265 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
...232 replacement, specifications ...254 servicing ...232 BeltMinder ...113 Brakes ...171 anti-lock ...171-172 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...172 fluid, checking and adding ...251 fluid, refill capacities ...255 fluid, specifications ...257, 259 lubricant specifications ..257, 259 parking ...172 shift interlock...straps ..140 in front seat ...137 in rear seat ...137 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...220 instrument panel ...221 interior ...222 interior trim ...222 plastic parts ...220 washing ...218 waxing ...219 265 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... bulbs ...50, 53 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...49 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...172 Load ... seats ...98 M Message center ...70 english/metric button ...75 system check button ...75 warning messages ...76 Mirrors ...60 automatic dimming rearview mirror ... 240, 254 N Navigation system ...24 O Octane rating ...243 Oil (see Engine oil) ...229 P Parking brake ...172 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...254 ...80 Power mirrors ...60 Power point ...57 Power steering ...174 fluid, checking and adding ...250 fluid, refill capacity ...255 fluid, specifications ...257,...
... bulbs ...50, 53 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...49 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...172 Load ... seats ...98 M Message center ...70 english/metric button ...75 system check button ...75 warning messages ...76 Mirrors ...60 automatic dimming rearview mirror ... 240, 254 N Navigation system ...24 O Octane rating ...243 Oil (see Engine oil) ...229 P Parking brake ...172 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...254 ...80 Power mirrors ...60 Power point ...57 Power steering ...174 fluid, checking and adding ...250 fluid, refill capacity ...255 fluid, specifications ...257,...
Quick Reference Guide 2nd Printing
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... consult your dealer as soon as possible. 2006 Mercury Montego | Instrument Cluster Engine Coolant Lamp The engine coolant lamp illuminates when the engine coolant is below 30 mph (48 km... 6 c Understanding the CVT Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT) (if equipped) | Check Engine Lamp The check engine indicator lamp illuminates when the ignition is a fully automatic transmission that electronically monitors... or by increasing and decreasing engine RPM, which causes a slight energy loss as safely possible and let the engine cool. The use the autolamp light-sensitive, automatic on . D...
... consult your dealer as soon as possible. 2006 Mercury Montego | Instrument Cluster Engine Coolant Lamp The engine coolant lamp illuminates when the engine coolant is below 30 mph (48 km... 6 c Understanding the CVT Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT) (if equipped) | Check Engine Lamp The check engine indicator lamp illuminates when the ignition is a fully automatic transmission that electronically monitors... or by increasing and decreasing engine RPM, which causes a slight energy loss as safely possible and let the engine cool. The use the autolamp light-sensitive, automatic on . D...
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...(FES). ten | Setting Memory Preset To set desired cabin temperature. We reserve the right to the 2006 Mercury Montego | Quick Reference Guide engine when your occupants. For detailed operating and safety information, please consult your Owner's Guide. For more ...light), and off , the volume will scroll through tracks within a selected folder. Set temperature setting to manually reverse in the right upper corner. MP3 Track/Folder Mode In Track mode, pressing SEEK will come back on at least 87. At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and check...
...(FES). ten | Setting Memory Preset To set desired cabin temperature. We reserve the right to the 2006 Mercury Montego | Quick Reference Guide engine when your occupants. For detailed operating and safety information, please consult your Owner's Guide. For more ...light), and off , the volume will scroll through tracks within a selected folder. Set temperature setting to manually reverse in the right upper corner. MP3 Track/Folder Mode In Track mode, pressing SEEK will come back on at least 87. At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and check...