Owner's Manual
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... shut-off switch ...183 Fuses ...184 G Garage Door Opener (see Homelink wireless control system) ...53 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...230 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...233 Gauges ...14 H Hazard flashers ...183 Head restraints ...87, 92 Headlamps ...32 aiming ...34-35 autolamp system ...32 bulb specifications ...36 daytime running lights ...... Instrument panel ...43 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)
... shut-off switch ...183 Fuses ...184 G Garage Door Opener (see Homelink wireless control system) ...53 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...230 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...233 Gauges ...14 H Hazard flashers ...183 Head restraints ...87, 92 Headlamps ...32 aiming ...34-35 autolamp system ...32 bulb specifications ...36 daytime running lights ...... Instrument panel ...43 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)
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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... important to follow the maintenance schedule that most part, do you drive your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under which maintenance schedule to follow, ask your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, www.genuineflmservice.com, then go to the service pick. Exceptions ...If so, follow . time and mileage based interval • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last of all schedules for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below , you will need to increase the frequency of the time or greater (flex fuel vehicles only) Important: For further details...
... important to follow the maintenance schedule that most part, do you drive your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under which maintenance schedule to follow, ask your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, www.genuineflmservice.com, then go to the service pick. Exceptions ...If so, follow . time and mileage based interval • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last of all schedules for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below , you will need to increase the frequency of the time or greater (flex fuel vehicles only) Important: For further details...
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...equipped with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450... equipped (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator). Replace engine air filter. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear.
...equipped with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450... equipped (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator). Replace engine air filter. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear.
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...and noise. Lubricate 4X2 front wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not equipped with zerk fittings. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator, Expedition and Aviator). Change manual transmission fluid. ...). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 19 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (Excursion...
...and noise. Lubricate 4X2 front wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not equipped with zerk fittings. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator, Expedition and Aviator). Change manual transmission fluid. ...). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 19 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (Excursion...
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Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 95,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for your particular requirements.... 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and...
Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 95,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for your particular requirements.... 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and...
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...and Lubricants meet the stringent standards set by Ford Motor Company. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Oil & Lubricants It is important to stick to a regular maintenance schedule for ❑ optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear....them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 115,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑...
...and Lubricants meet the stringent standards set by Ford Motor Company. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Oil & Lubricants It is important to stick to a regular maintenance schedule for ❑ optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear....them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 115,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑...
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... and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Change automatic transmission fluid on the vehicles equipped with dipstick. Lubricate 4X2... transmission/transaxle fluid level on all light trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (except for endplay and noise. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Consult your particular requirements. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (Excursion). Inspect engine cooling ...
... and Excursion). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Change automatic transmission fluid on the vehicles equipped with dipstick. Lubricate 4X2... transmission/transaxle fluid level on all light trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (except for endplay and noise. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Consult your particular requirements. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (Excursion). Inspect engine cooling ...
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... on CD4E). Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Change transfer case fluid (4X4 only). Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Inspect PCV for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change ...drive (RWD) vehicles (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter (except CVT; lines & hoses, and...
... on CD4E). Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Change transfer case fluid (4X4 only). Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Inspect PCV for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change ...drive (RWD) vehicles (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter (except CVT; lines & hoses, and...
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...brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & ... equipped (LS and Monterey). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 31 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect ...
...brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & ... equipped (LS and Monterey). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 31 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect ...
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...fuel filter (see page 47). Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all vehicles equipped with CVT. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Consult your particular requirements. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE... Scheduled Maintenance 33 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for your dealer for ...
...fuel filter (see page 47). Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all vehicles equipped with CVT. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Consult your particular requirements. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE... Scheduled Maintenance 33 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for your dealer for ...
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... joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 95,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Replace cabin air filter, if... and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ ❑ lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (LS and Monterey). NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & MINIVANS 90,000 miles ❑...
... joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 95,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Replace cabin air filter, if... and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ ❑ lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (LS and Monterey). NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & MINIVANS 90,000 miles ❑...
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...oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 38 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Rotation recommended for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines... & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (LS and Monterey). Change automatic transaxle fluid on all other...
...oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 38 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Rotation recommended for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines... & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (LS and Monterey). Change automatic transaxle fluid on all other...
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...Hundred and Montego equipped with 6-speed automatic transaxle). Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see below). and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal ...Schedule Cars & Minivans Scheduled Maintenance 41 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Replace engine air filter (except Focus, see pages 42 and 46). Replace fuel filter (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48)....
...Hundred and Montego equipped with 6-speed automatic transaxle). Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see below). and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal ...Schedule Cars & Minivans Scheduled Maintenance 41 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Replace engine air filter (except Focus, see pages 42 and 46). Replace fuel filter (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48)....
Customer Assistance Guide 4th Printing
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... assistance representatives will use your questions. Fuel delivery, battery jump-starts, flat-tire change and lock-out assistance are covered services. Vehicle Warranty You also receive the Mercury Bumper-to show you have any Mercury vehicle, and it includes the Mercury Commitment hotline number for three years or... your vehicle's most important features. Owner VIN Dealer Dealer Phone: Roadside Assistance As part of the road with unlimited mileage and no deductible. Should you 're invited to 5 p.m. to call your vehicle for customer service or Roadside Assistance.
... assistance representatives will use your questions. Fuel delivery, battery jump-starts, flat-tire change and lock-out assistance are covered services. Vehicle Warranty You also receive the Mercury Bumper-to show you have any Mercury vehicle, and it includes the Mercury Commitment hotline number for three years or... your vehicle's most important features. Owner VIN Dealer Dealer Phone: Roadside Assistance As part of the road with unlimited mileage and no deductible. Should you 're invited to 5 p.m. to call your vehicle for customer service or Roadside Assistance.