Owner's Manual
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... of your vehicle serviced immediately. If any light remains on after the engine is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)... USA_English (fus) Refer to cause extensive repairs. Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your catalytic ...
... of your vehicle serviced immediately. If any light remains on after the engine is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)... USA_English (fus) Refer to cause extensive repairs. Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your catalytic ...
Owner's Manual
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...lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to stop the vehicle. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is turned to Fuel filler cap in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002...-fmt) USA_English (fus) Driving a vehicle with this light on may cause the Check engine warning light to come on is turned to flash or remains on, have the system serviced...
...lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to stop the vehicle. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is turned to Fuel filler cap in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002...-fmt) USA_English (fus) Driving a vehicle with this light on may cause the Check engine warning light to come on is turned to flash or remains on, have the system serviced...
Owner's Manual
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Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off when the speed control system is disengaged. 12 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Refer to Engine oil in the fuel tank is not charging properly. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel... oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine coolant in this chapter). Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is running or hot. Engine coolant level: Illuminates when the engine coolant is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to...
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off when the speed control system is disengaged. 12 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Refer to Engine oil in the fuel tank is not charging properly. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel... oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine coolant in this chapter). Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is running or hot. Engine coolant level: Illuminates when the engine coolant is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to...
Owner's Manual
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... the theft indicator light will help prevent your dealer to the 1 (LOCK) position and remove the second previously programmed coded key from the 1 (LOCK) position to the 3 (RUN) position. Turn the ignition from unauthorized entry. 84 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)... 3. Turn the ignition from the ignition. 7. If the key has been successfully programmed it will not start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 6. Locks and Security Please read and understand ...
... the theft indicator light will help prevent your dealer to the 1 (LOCK) position and remove the second previously programmed coded key from the 1 (LOCK) position to the 3 (RUN) position. Turn the ignition from unauthorized entry. 84 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)... 3. Turn the ignition from the ignition. 7. If the key has been successfully programmed it will not start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 6. Locks and Security Please read and understand ...
Owner's Manual
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... off.) • After Step 3, the restraint system warning light (airbag light) will be turned on for three seconds. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. For the seating position being disabled, at a moderate speed, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. • ...Note: The driver and front passenger BeltMinder features must be disable/enabled during the same key cycle. As confirmation, the restraint system warning light will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds again. 105 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
... off.) • After Step 3, the restraint system warning light (airbag light) will be turned on for three seconds. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. For the seating position being disabled, at a moderate speed, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. • ...Note: The driver and front passenger BeltMinder features must be disable/enabled during the same key cycle. As confirmation, the restraint system warning light will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds again. 105 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
Page 159
... and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. 159 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are safe if installed properly and adjusted to your... vehicle. Safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to you require assistance. Use a load carrying hitch. You must meet local and Federal regulations. The trailer brakes must distribute the load in engine...
... and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. 159 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are safe if installed properly and adjusted to your... vehicle. Safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to you require assistance. Use a load carrying hitch. You must meet local and Federal regulations. The trailer brakes must distribute the load in engine...
Owner's Manual
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...speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). This position also shuts the engine and all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of fire or other damage. 162 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) RUN..., all electrical circuits operational. ACC, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Warning lights illuminated. LOCK, locks the automatic transaxle gearshift ...
...speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). This position also shuts the engine and all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of fire or other damage. 162 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) RUN..., all electrical circuits operational. ACC, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Warning lights illuminated. LOCK, locks the automatic transaxle gearshift ...
Owner's Manual
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...SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be used. If your vehicle sustains damage to normal on the control will affect the accuracy of the engine. 175 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) All components of a different size other than the tire provided should never be...highway with AWD, a spare tire of the AWD system are somewhat different from the operator. Driving off the highway. If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is not intended for driving on sand, snow, mud and rough roads and have operating characteristics that are sealed ...
...SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be used. If your vehicle sustains damage to normal on the control will affect the accuracy of the engine. 175 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) All components of a different size other than the tire provided should never be...highway with AWD, a spare tire of the AWD system are somewhat different from the operator. Driving off the highway. If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is not intended for driving on sand, snow, mud and rough roads and have operating characteristics that are sealed ...
Owner's Manual
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... operating temperature or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may be beneficial to disengage the Traction Control system while attempting to rock ... and the safety of others should be safer to stay on the accelerator in P (Park). Press lightly on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to the pavement. If...out by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. If your vehicle gets stuck If your vehicle. 176 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Driving Basic operating principles • Drive slower in ...
... operating temperature or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may be beneficial to disengage the Traction Control system while attempting to rock ... and the safety of others should be safer to stay on the accelerator in P (Park). Press lightly on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to the pavement. If...out by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. If your vehicle gets stuck If your vehicle. 176 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Driving Basic operating principles • Drive slower in ...
Owner's Manual
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... you must drive through mud, clean off to the point that could damage drive components. 178 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Under severe operating conditions, the ...sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that assistance may damage the...wheels. L (Low) gear operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability. avoid water higher than the bottom of the engine. If the transmission, AWD system components or axles are...
... you must drive through mud, clean off to the point that could damage drive components. 178 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Under severe operating conditions, the ...sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that assistance may damage the...wheels. L (Low) gear operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability. avoid water higher than the bottom of the engine. If the transmission, AWD system components or axles are...
Owner's Manual
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...wheels have to be able to steer the vehicle. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on the engine and the possibility of Land Management in neutral; It is an educational program designed to ...hill without seeing what conditions are on the other public and private lands by "treading lightly." Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel ...in a lower gear rather than downshifting to climb the hill. Do not "pump" the brakes. 179 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Do not drive over . This reduces strain...
...wheels have to be able to steer the vehicle. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on the engine and the possibility of Land Management in neutral; It is an educational program designed to ...hill without seeing what conditions are on the other public and private lands by "treading lightly." Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel ...in a lower gear rather than downshifting to climb the hill. Do not "pump" the brakes. 179 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Do not drive over . This reduces strain...
Owner's Manual
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...hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars). 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 pedal. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle may stall.... Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 181 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002...
...hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars). 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 pedal. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle may stall.... Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 181 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002...
Owner's Manual
Page 231
The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by your warranty. We recommend using fuel 87 231 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) However, if it knocks heavily under pressure. If you do not recommend the use of (R+M)/2 METHOD ..., excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which your engine sometimes knocks lightly. We do not use "Regular" unleaded gasoline with your vehicle. In Canada, premium grade fuel generally contains more rapidly. Repairs to correct the ...
The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by your warranty. We recommend using fuel 87 231 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) However, if it knocks heavily under pressure. If you do not recommend the use of (R+M)/2 METHOD ..., excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which your engine sometimes knocks lightly. We do not use "Regular" unleaded gasoline with your vehicle. In Canada, premium grade fuel generally contains more rapidly. Repairs to correct the ...
Owner's Manual
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... required and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with... compared to driving on the gas pedal. • Close windows for high speed driving. 235 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Unnecessary shifting of this chapter. ... shifting between third and fourth gear occurs. Maintenance and Specifications • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or...
... required and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with... compared to driving on the gas pedal. • Close windows for high speed driving. 235 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Unnecessary shifting of this chapter. ... shifting between third and fourth gear occurs. Maintenance and Specifications • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or...
Owner's Manual
Page 236
... to the specified schedule. Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of engine power, could indicate that the catalytic converter and other... than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are essential to the life and performance of the window sticker. These numbers represent the Range of operation and conditions. It is not working properly. 236 2005 Montego...
... to the specified schedule. Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of engine power, could indicate that the catalytic converter and other... than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are essential to the life and performance of the window sticker. These numbers represent the Range of operation and conditions. It is not working properly. 236 2005 Montego...
Owner's Manual
Page 237
...engine soon light remains on or near the engine. Maintenance and Specifications Exhaust leaks may misfire or run poorly.) 2. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications. This OBD-II system protects the environment by filling the fuel tank with a computer that your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 237 2005 Montego... (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by ensuring that monitors the engine's emission control system.
...engine soon light remains on or near the engine. Maintenance and Specifications Exhaust leaks may misfire or run poorly.) 2. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications. This OBD-II system protects the environment by filling the fuel tank with a computer that your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 237 2005 Montego... (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by ensuring that monitors the engine's emission control system.
Owner's Manual
Page 238
...or highway. • Next, at least 20 minutes driving in the Warning lights and chimes section of city and highway driving is low, add fluid in ...interval schedules. Once started, do not turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. Turn the engine off the engine until it may not pass the I /M test of the normal area between H and C). 2. If ...idle periods. If your the description in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with indicator on the reservoir. 238 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Your vehicle may be a legal requirement to sit...
...or highway. • Next, at least 20 minutes driving in the Warning lights and chimes section of city and highway driving is low, add fluid in ...interval schedules. Once started, do not turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. Turn the engine off the engine until it may not pass the I /M test of the normal area between H and C). 2. If ...idle periods. If your the description in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with indicator on the reservoir. 238 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Your vehicle may be a legal requirement to sit...
Owner's Manual
Page 253
...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 parking ...167 ... with tether straps ..126 in front seat ...124 in rear 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)
...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 parking ...167 ... with tether straps ..126 in front seat ...124 in rear 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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...panel, dimming ...34 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 ......view mirrors (power) ...47 Moon 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 ... system ...73 illuminated entry ...77-78 opening the trunk ...74 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
...panel, dimming ...34 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 ......view mirrors (power) ...47 Moon 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 ... system ...73 illuminated entry ...77-78 opening the trunk ...74 2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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...Check Check Check Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. power steering fluid level. engine cooling system level and strength. OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES It is properly stowed (tight) (see dealer) and outside locks. Check ... (replace blades as necessary). and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. battery connections and clean if necessary. engine oil fluid level. washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all interior and exterior lights. and lubricate all hinges, latches, door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). and clean body...
...Check Check Check Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. power steering fluid level. engine cooling system level and strength. OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES It is properly stowed (tight) (see dealer) and outside locks. Check ... (replace blades as necessary). and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. battery connections and clean if necessary. engine oil fluid level. washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all interior and exterior lights. and lubricate all hinges, latches, door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). and clean body...