2005 Mercury Montego Support Question
2005 Mercury Montego Support Question
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Question posted by sbastian228 on October 18th, 2012
Check Engine Light
Lastnight after I got gas in my car I noticed my check engine light came on... I checked the gas cap but this morning it was still on.
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Owner's Manual - Page 9
... Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery
Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas
Battery Acid
Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack
MAX MIN
Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap
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2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post...
Owner's Manual - Page 10
... illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of 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 detected a malfunction. Solid illumination after starting the vehicle, have your ...
Owner's Manual - Page 11
... is turned to ON, continues to Fuel filler cap in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.
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2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on may cause the Check engine warning light to come on, refer to flash or remains...
Owner's Manual - Page 63
... ajar Passenger door ajar Left rear door ajar Right rear door ajar Park brake engaged Check engine temp Reduced engine power ETC-Engine failsafe mode AWD malfunction (if equipped) Check transmission Low fuel level Check fuel cap Check charging system Oil pressure low Check brake system Status Warning cannot be reset (CLOSE DOOR TO RESET) will be displayed
RELEASE...
Owner's Manual - Page 65
.... Displayed when the AWD system is not completely closed . OIL PRESSURE LOW. CHECK TRACTION CONTROL (if equipped). If the warning stays on when the engine is not properly installed. CHECK TRANSMISSION. LOW FUEL LEVEL. Check the fuel filler cap for information about adding engine oil. Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. Indicates the brake fluid...
Owner's Manual - Page 66
... Life XX%, CHANGE SOON/OIL LIFE 0%, CHANGE OIL, OIL LIFE XX%, CHANGE SOON displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10 percent and again when the engine oil life remaining is not operating properly. CHECK ENGINE. Press and hold the RESET control to 100% after each oil change is low. Stop the vehicle...
Owner's Manual - Page 178
... the way you came if you regain control of the vehicle. avoid water higher than the bottom of the engine. Once through the... water may stall. If your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that... the wheels. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can be checked and changed , if necessary. Drying can work against you ...
Owner's Manual - Page 222
..." level or within the "COLD FILL RANGE" in the Adding engine coolant section.
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ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of coolant falls below , add coolant... listed in a responsible manner. If the level falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly.
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2005 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post...
Owner's Manual - Page 226
... coolant concentration, refer to -34° F [-36° C]), drain some coolant and adjust the concentration. If the concentration is not 50/50 (protection to Checking engine coolant section. Add coolant/water mixture through the thermostat housing opening until full at housing opening.
9. It may take several drains and additions to the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 230
... (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Turn the engine off your vehicle; To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the fuel container while filling. • DO NOT use a device...you and others: Read and follow all the instructions on /off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it stops. 3. never let children pump fuel
Use the...
Owner's Manual - Page 231
Otherwise, fuel may be available; check with your warranty. It can cause your vehicle's emission control system to deteriorate more ... right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL. We recommend using a fuel for your engine sometimes knocks lightly. The customer warranty may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to use of such additives may spray out and injure you or others. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 235
... vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks)...engine oil. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this type could result in reduced fuel economy. • Warming up a vehicle on the gas...checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Maintenance and Specifications
• Revving the engine... steady pressure on cold mornings is lost for every ...
Owner's Manual - Page 236
...your vehicle and to its emissions system. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which will enable your vehicle. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM...exhaust emission standards. 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 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 237
....) 2. Poor fuel quality or water in properly servicing your vehicle or engine. When the Check engine/Service engine soon light illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. Examples are not permitted to meet government emission standards. See Fuel filler cap in entry of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service...
Owner's Manual - Page 238
... sit for I /M test with at least eight hours without starting the engine. Check the fluid level in the Warning lights and chimes section of driving on an expressway or highway. • Next...near the center of indicator is low, add fluid in this range. 5. The engine must warm up to put the cap back on -board diagnostics system is complete. If your the description in the reservoir....
Owner's Manual - Page 252
... Ash cup/smoker's pack Interior cargo organization and management Roof rack carrier products Peace of mind First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Navigation systems Remote start Vehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in the area of the front or rear...
Owner's Manual - Page 253
... conditioning ...26, 28 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...175 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...222 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...166 Anti-theft system ...84 ...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...
Owner's Manual - Page 255
...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...
Owner's Manual - Page 256
... ...36-40 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...36 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...166...Motorcraft parts ...232, 241 O Octane rating ...231 Oil (see Engine oil) ...216 P Parking brake ...167 Parts (see Motorcraft parts)...Power mirrors ...47 Power point ...44 Power steering ...168 fluid, checking and adding ...238 fluid, refill capacity ...242 fluid, specifications ...
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing - Page 6
... problems with a display of status. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. c
| Check Engine Lamp The Check Engine indicator lamp illuminates when the ignition is also illuminated. If the light turns solid or blinks, the On Board Diagnostics System has detected a malfunction.
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