Owner's Manual
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... Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints 89 89 94 108 123 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire information Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 135 135 149 154 154 Driving Starting Brakes Traction Control™ Transmission operation 156 156 160 161 163 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard... nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 170 170 172 172 173 179 184 185 190 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 191 197 Cleaning 198 2 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints 89 89 94 108 123 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire information Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 135 135 149 154 154 Driving Starting Brakes Traction Control™ Transmission operation 156 156 160 161 163 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard... nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 170 170 172 172 173 179 184 185 190 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 191 197 Cleaning 198 2 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...course. Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). ...may depart significantly from highest to lowest are determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 135 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) For example, a tire graded 150... information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. Tires, Wheels and Loading INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with nominal...
...course. Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). ...may depart significantly from highest to lowest are determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 135 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) For example, a tire graded 150... information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. Tires, Wheels and Loading INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with nominal...
Owner's Manual
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... the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal support (wheel) for Metric tires]. Every day before you drive, check your tires are properly inflated. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire's load carrying ...: The structural member at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are strongly 137 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) At least once a month and before long trips. Inflate all tires, and adjust if required. ...
... the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal support (wheel) for Metric tires]. Every day before you drive, check your tires are properly inflated. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire's load carrying ...: The structural member at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are strongly 137 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) At least once a month and before long trips. Inflate all tires, and adjust if required. ...
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Tires, Wheels and Loading urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be carried by the tire. Under-inflation or over-inflation .... Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in your vehicle handles. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile. 138 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Tires, Wheels and Loading urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be carried by the tire. Under-inflation or over-inflation .... Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in your vehicle handles. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile. 138 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... or glass that are damaged or show signs of the front and rear inflation pressure as you drive. 2. Then recheck the pressure with the tire gauge. 3. For T-type/mini-spare tires (see Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information section for description): Store and maintain at a higher inflation pressure than 1 mile [1.6 km]), ... that may permit air leakage from the valve on the metal stem in the tread grooves. Check the sidewalls to blow out or fail. 139 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Check for holes or cuts that could be wedged in the center of damage or...
... or glass that are damaged or show signs of the front and rear inflation pressure as you drive. 2. Then recheck the pressure with the tire gauge. 3. For T-type/mini-spare tires (see Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information section for description): Store and maintain at a higher inflation pressure than 1 mile [1.6 km]), ... that may permit air leakage from the valve on the metal stem in the tread grooves. Check the sidewalls to blow out or fail. 139 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Check for holes or cuts that could be wedged in the center of damage or...
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...code designating where it was built. After 2000 the numbers go to five seconds. 141 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Only use of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in an increased risk of loss of your vehicle is recommended that the ... against a curb when parking If your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Safety practices Driving habits have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized dealer. This information is equipped with the letters "DOT" and indicates that the two...
...code designating where it was built. After 2000 the numbers go to five seconds. 141 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Only use of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in an increased risk of loss of your vehicle is recommended that the ... against a curb when parking If your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Safety practices Driving habits have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized dealer. This information is equipped with the letters "DOT" and indicates that the two...
Owner's Manual
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... front end of your speed. Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more important. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximately every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). 142 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002...
... front end of your speed. Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more important. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximately every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). 142 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002...
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... information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of a recall. 143 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) DOT Tire Identification Number for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Tires, Wheels and Loading • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes...
... information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of a recall. 143 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) DOT Tire Identification Number for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Tires, Wheels and Loading • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes...
Owner's Manual
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...suspension insulation and bumpers will provide maximum return of your new vehicle when you may cause damage to the vehicle's wheel house or body. • Do not use snow tires and chains. Properly loading your vehicle will help prevent vehicle...P225/50R17 tires. • Install cable chains securely, verifying that the cables do not touch any aftermarket equipment. 149 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) VEHICLE LOADING This section will guide you hear the cables rub... your authorized dealer plus any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously.
...suspension insulation and bumpers will provide maximum return of your new vehicle when you may cause damage to the vehicle's wheel house or body. • Do not use snow tires and chains. Properly loading your vehicle will help prevent vehicle...P225/50R17 tires. • Install cable chains securely, verifying that the cables do not touch any aftermarket equipment. 149 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) VEHICLE LOADING This section will guide you hear the cables rub... your authorized dealer plus any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously.
Owner's Manual
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Tires, Wheels and Loading • A final example for your ...440 - 1200 = - 240 lb. The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in the Driving chapter. You and one of your friend home. RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow your...Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of roadside emergency with this vehicle. No towing packages are designed to insufficient lubrication. 154 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) In metric units, the calculation would be : 635 kg - ...
Tires, Wheels and Loading • A final example for your ...440 - 1200 = - 240 lb. The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in the Driving chapter. You and one of your friend home. RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow your...Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of roadside emergency with this vehicle. No towing packages are designed to insufficient lubrication. 154 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) In metric units, the calculation would be : 635 kg - ...
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Tires, Wheels and Loading Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles: Do not tow your Front Wheel Drive vehicle with the front drive wheels on a dolly or use a car-hauling trailer. It is recommended to tow your vehicle with any wheels on the ground as transaxle damage may occur. It is recommended to tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground as vehicle or transaxle damage may occur. All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles: Do not tow your vehicle using a car-hauling trailer. 155 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Tires, Wheels and Loading Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles: Do not tow your Front Wheel Drive vehicle with the front drive wheels on a dolly or use a car-hauling trailer. It is recommended to tow your vehicle with any wheels on the ground as transaxle damage may occur. It is recommended to tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground as vehicle or transaxle damage may occur. All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles: Do not tow your vehicle using a car-hauling trailer. 155 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... the accelerator when you have difficulty starting . Driving STARTING Positions of moderate driving or idling. RUN, all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of fire or other damage. 156 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA... and all electrical accessories off without locking the steering wheel. To avoid potential transmission damage at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in this chapter. Key position when driving. 4. Starting your vehicle Engine starting is recommended that...
... the accelerator when you have difficulty starting . Driving STARTING Positions of moderate driving or idling. RUN, all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of fire or other damage. 156 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA... and all electrical accessories off without locking the steering wheel. To avoid potential transmission damage at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in this chapter. Key position when driving. 4. Starting your vehicle Engine starting is recommended that...
Owner's Manual
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...brake released, have your BRAKE BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). Driving BRAKES Occasional brake noise is still effective. (If your brake system serviced immediately.) 160 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) P light in the Instrument Cluster chapter... light does not illuminate during ABS braking; If a metal-to drive away. ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during emergency stops by an authorized dealer. Refer to be...
...brake released, have your BRAKE BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). Driving BRAKES Occasional brake noise is still effective. (If your brake system serviced immediately.) 160 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) P light in the Instrument Cluster chapter... light does not illuminate during ABS braking; If a metal-to drive away. ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during emergency stops by an authorized dealer. Refer to be...
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... switching the Traction Control system off and on until it stops) for concern. The occurrence of a Traction Control event is running. 162 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) STEERING To prevent damage to the power steering system: • Never hold the steering... The Traction Control system should be serviced by pressing the switch on or off may allow excess wheel spin to grip the road; If you should be left on the instrument panel. Driving During Traction Control operation, the traction control active light will illuminate, you may hear an electric ...
... switching the Traction Control system off and on until it stops) for concern. The occurrence of a Traction Control event is running. 162 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) STEERING To prevent damage to the power steering system: • Never hold the steering... The Traction Control system should be serviced by pressing the switch on or off may allow excess wheel spin to grip the road; If you should be left on the instrument panel. Driving During Traction Control operation, the traction control active light will illuminate, you may hear an electric ...
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... lever into and out of the 5-speed automatic transaxle (if equipped) P (Park) This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from turning. Driving Understanding the gearshift positions of R (Reverse). 165 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into the desired gear To...
... lever into and out of the 5-speed automatic transaxle (if equipped) P (Park) This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from turning. Driving Understanding the gearshift positions of R (Reverse). 165 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into the desired gear To...
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... and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) 180 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies • Tow a trailer • Use snow...
... and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) 180 2006 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies • Tow a trailer • Use snow...
Tire Warranty 1st Printing
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... EACH MONTH If your vehicle may negatively affect vehicle handling. Tires designated for use in a five-tire rotation pattern, when possible. WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES. It is recommended that the same size and type of ... marked M/S, M+S or M&S. TIRE MIXING For best performance it . Tires without this designation is recommended that winter tires be used on 4-wheel drive vehicles, as this may be necessary to check the vehicle manufacturer's owner's manual when mixing, matching, or replacing tires on all four...
... EACH MONTH If your vehicle may negatively affect vehicle handling. Tires designated for use in a five-tire rotation pattern, when possible. WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES. It is recommended that the same size and type of ... marked M/S, M+S or M&S. TIRE MIXING For best performance it . Tires without this designation is recommended that winter tires be used on 4-wheel drive vehicles, as this may be necessary to check the vehicle manufacturer's owner's manual when mixing, matching, or replacing tires on all four...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... for the following list represents several of the Factory Authorized Systems Checks available at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership. You can ONLY be found 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/Start/Battery...
... for the following list represents several of the Factory Authorized Systems Checks available at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership. You can ONLY be found 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/Start/Battery...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... 42 and 46). Change transfer case fluid (4X4 only). Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter (filter not required on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering...Replace engine air filter. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Replace 4X2 wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings. Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Change front axle lubricant (4X4 only)....
... 42 and 46). Change transfer case fluid (4X4 only). Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter (filter not required on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering...Replace engine air filter. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Replace 4X2 wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings. Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Change front axle lubricant (4X4 only)....
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Replace engine air filter (except Focus, see page 47) (except Fusion, Milan and Zephyr). Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid (except CVT). Change automatic transaxle filter (except vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transaxle or a ...: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Scheduled Maintenance 41 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Replace fuel filter (see below). Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints,...
Replace engine air filter (except Focus, see page 47) (except Fusion, Milan and Zephyr). Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid (except CVT). Change automatic transaxle filter (except vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transaxle or a ...: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Scheduled Maintenance 41 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Replace fuel filter (see below). Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints,...