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and lubricate all hinges, latches, door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). engine oil fluid level. washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all interior and exterior lights. and clean sliding door contact switches, if equipped. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. and clean body and door... level. parking brake for operation. and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for proper operation. engine cooling system level and strength. Scheduled Maintenance 7 General Owner's Information
and lubricate all hinges, latches, door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). engine oil fluid level. washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all interior and exterior lights. and clean sliding door contact switches, if equipped. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. and clean body and door... level. parking brake for operation. and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for proper operation. engine cooling system level and strength. Scheduled Maintenance 7 General Owner's Information
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... system check. Look for the following list represents several of the Factory Authorized Systems Checks available at Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealerships are specifically trained to ensure the parts you should not settle for anything that your vehicle experiences a component related ...Genuine The Ford Motor Company Trained Technicians who work 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 Wheel Alignment Anti-Lock Brake...
... system check. Look for the following list represents several of the Factory Authorized Systems Checks available at Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealerships are specifically trained to ensure the parts you should not settle for anything that your vehicle experiences a component related ...Genuine The Ford Motor Company Trained Technicians who work 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 Wheel Alignment Anti-Lock Brake...
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Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect engine air filter. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Inspect half shaft dust ... on your vehicle running great. Check exhaust system for cracks, chips and pitting. Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Inspect steering and linkage. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - This can help identify any potential issue before there are any major problems. Ford Motor Company suggests ...
Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect engine air filter. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Inspect half shaft dust ... on your vehicle running great. Check exhaust system for cracks, chips and pitting. Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Inspect steering and linkage. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - This can help identify any potential issue before there are any major problems. Ford Motor Company suggests ...
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...(F250/350/450/550). Multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 105,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. Inspect..., F450/550 and E450). ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). ❑ Replace PCV valve on all light trucks under 6,000 ❑ Gross Vehicle Weight (except 3V engines). Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ❑ Inspect brake...
...(F250/350/450/550). Multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 105,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. Inspect..., F450/550 and E450). ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). ❑ Replace PCV valve on all light trucks under 6,000 ❑ Gross Vehicle Weight (except 3V engines). Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ❑ Inspect brake...
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... ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace engine air filter. Replace PCV on all light trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (except 3V engines). Change automatic transmission fluid on the vehicles equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Consult your ...fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 120,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ...
... ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace engine air filter. Replace PCV on all light trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (except 3V engines). Change automatic transmission fluid on the vehicles equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Consult your ...fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 120,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ...
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... Schedule: 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever occurs first. ❑ Special Operating Conditions: 3,000 miles, 3 months, or 200 hours of engine operation, whichever occurs first see appropriate schedule on pages 42-43. Add friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of...(see page 48) Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance ❑ 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 number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Rear axle ...
... Schedule: 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever occurs first. ❑ Special Operating Conditions: 3,000 miles, 3 months, or 200 hours of engine operation, whichever occurs first see appropriate schedule on pages 42-43. Add friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of...(see page 48) Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance ❑ 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 number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Rear axle ...
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... - any emissions control device or system, if you will repair, replace, or adjust - The warranty coverage period for: • Passenger cars, light duty trucks (vehicles with a GVWR of 8,500 pounds or less - 8 years or 80,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for catalytic converter, powertrain... coverage period, Ford Motor Company warrants that could prevent it is sold - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). • your vehicle or engine is designed, built, and equipped to meet all of the following conditions: • You have maintained and operated your vehicle according ...
... - any emissions control device or system, if you will repair, replace, or adjust - The warranty coverage period for: • Passenger cars, light duty trucks (vehicles with a GVWR of 8,500 pounds or less - 8 years or 80,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for catalytic converter, powertrain... coverage period, Ford Motor Company warrants that could prevent it is sold - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). • your vehicle or engine is designed, built, and equipped to meet all of the following conditions: • You have maintained and operated your vehicle according ...
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... has not been tampered with a gross vehicle weight over 8,500 pounds) - 5 years or 100,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for covered diesel engine parts; - 5 years or 50,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for all other covered parts. These parts are covered by Emissions Warranties For Cars..., Light Duty Trucks and Heavy Duty Vehicles • Air Flow Sensor • Air/Fuel Feedback Control System and Sensors • Air Induction System ...
... has not been tampered with a gross vehicle weight over 8,500 pounds) - 5 years or 100,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for covered diesel engine parts; - 5 years or 50,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for all other covered parts. These parts are covered by Emissions Warranties For Cars..., Light Duty Trucks and Heavy Duty Vehicles • Air Flow Sensor • Air/Fuel Feedback Control System and Sensors • Air Induction System ...
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... vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, 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) If any light remains on after the engine is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is started ...
... vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, 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) If any light remains on after the engine is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is started ...
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... remains on is dangerous. Driving a vehicle with this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus...) Continued driving with the brake system warning light on , have the system serviced immediately by your ...
... remains on is dangerous. Driving a vehicle with this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus...) Continued driving with the brake system warning light on , have the system serviced immediately by your ...
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... low. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in this chapter). 12 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never remove the coolant ...reservoir cap while the engine is not charging properly. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and...
... low. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in this chapter). 12 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never remove the coolant ...reservoir cap while the engine is not charging properly. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and...
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Turn the ignition from Step 1. 94 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the key has been successfully programmed it will not start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait twenty seconds and then repeat this... the new unprogrammed key (new key/valet key) into the ignition. 2. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will start your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 9.
Turn the ignition from Step 1. 94 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the key has been successfully programmed it will not start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait twenty seconds and then repeat this... the new unprogrammed key (new key/valet key) into the ignition. 2. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will start your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 9.
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... the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Note: The driver and front passenger BeltMinder features must be deactivated/activated by 3 seconds with the deactivation/activation programming procedure. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1 minute) • Step 3 must... in the OFF position • The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled To reduce the risk of the light turning on for 3 seconds again. 116 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Within 10 seconds of injury, do not deactivate/activate the...
... the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Note: The driver and front passenger BeltMinder features must be deactivated/activated by 3 seconds with the deactivation/activation programming procedure. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1 minute) • Step 3 must... in the OFF position • The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled To reduce the risk of the light turning on for 3 seconds again. 116 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Within 10 seconds of injury, do not deactivate/activate the...
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...lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will require more information. If you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • It is recommended to select the L (Low) gear position when additional engine...and Loading Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. 166 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) See your scheduled maintenance information for stopping with trailers ...
...lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will require more information. If you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • It is recommended to select the L (Low) gear position when additional engine...and Loading Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. 166 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) See your scheduled maintenance information for stopping with trailers ...
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...the steering wheel. Warning lights illuminated. START, cranks the engine. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting is not running. This position also shuts the engine and all electrical circuits operational. ACC, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Release the ... extremely cold temperatures (below -20°F [-30°C]), it is normally reached after 10 minutes of fire or other damage. 168 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When starting the vehicle, refer to normal operating temperature before or during starting...
...the steering wheel. Warning lights illuminated. START, cranks the engine. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting is not running. This position also shuts the engine and all electrical circuits operational. ACC, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Release the ... extremely cold temperatures (below -20°F [-30°C]), it is normally reached after 10 minutes of fire or other damage. 168 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When starting the vehicle, refer to normal operating temperature before or during starting...
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...press the accelerator to 4 (START). Some warning lights will allow the engine to 4 (START), then release the key as soon as the engine starts. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) without turning the key to the floor and try again; If the engine still fails to start within five seconds on the... first try again. Starting the engine 1. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. Driving • Make sure the gearshift lever is flooded with fuel. 170 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turn the key to 3 (RUN) without ...
...press the accelerator to 4 (START). Some warning lights will allow the engine to 4 (START), then release the key as soon as the engine starts. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) without turning the key to the floor and try again; If the engine still fails to start within five seconds on the... first try again. Starting the engine 1. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. Driving • Make sure the gearshift lever is flooded with fuel. 170 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turn the key to 3 (RUN) without ...
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... noise is stopped for information on the brake system warning light. Refer to avoid its dangerous effects. Driving Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in starting and heater/defroster performance. Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you smell exhaust fumes inside... BRAKE Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is present, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by 171 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Take precautions to Brake system warning P ! For best results, plug the heater in ...
... noise is stopped for information on the brake system warning light. Refer to avoid its dangerous effects. Driving Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in starting and heater/defroster performance. Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you smell exhaust fumes inside... BRAKE Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is present, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by 171 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Take precautions to Brake system warning P ! For best results, plug the heater in ...
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... or false alarms. ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be used. L (Low) gear operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability. A dissimilar spare tire size (other than the spare tire provided) or major dissimilar tire sizes between the front and rear... the sensors with AWD, a spare tire of the engine. 181 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The AWD feature gives your warranty. If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is turned off. Driving indicator light on the control will illuminate when the system is not...
... or false alarms. ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be used. L (Low) gear operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability. A dissimilar spare tire size (other than the spare tire provided) or major dissimilar tire sizes between the front and rear... the sensors with AWD, a spare tire of the engine. 181 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The AWD feature gives your warranty. If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is turned off. Driving indicator light on the control will illuminate when the system is not...
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...rock the vehicle. Do not rock the vehicle for more than attempt a sudden return to the pavement. Press lightly on the accelerator in P (Park). Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is latched in each gear. You may occur. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the ... or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to the pavement which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. 182 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If your vehicle is equipped with minor damage to strike small objects, such as highway ...
...rock the vehicle. Do not rock the vehicle for more than attempt a sudden return to the pavement. Press lightly on the accelerator in P (Park). Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is latched in each gear. You may occur. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the ... or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to the pavement which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. 182 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If your vehicle is equipped with minor damage to strike small objects, such as highway ...
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...with caution. Remember, you may be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Mud and water If you must drive through water...may stall. Once through mud, clean off to the point that could damage drive components. 184 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the vehicle does slide, ...possible. After driving through water, always try the brakes. L (Low) gear operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability. Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may damage the transmission. Driving If your...
...with caution. Remember, you may be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Mud and water If you must drive through water...may stall. Once through mud, clean off to the point that could damage drive components. 184 2006 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the vehicle does slide, ...possible. After driving through water, always try the brakes. L (Low) gear operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability. Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may damage the transmission. Driving If your...