Mercury 2006 Montego User Manual

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:
• The readiness light (same light
for front and side airbag system)
will either flash or stay lit.
• The readiness light will not
illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on.
• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat
periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental
restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless
serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a
collision.
Seat-mounted side airbag system (if equipped)
Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag
cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front
seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag. Failure
to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in
the event of a collision.
Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seat
covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and
increase the risk of injury in an accident.
Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure
you as it deploys from the side of the seatback.
Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, its
fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See your
authorized dealer.
All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts
even when an airbag SRS is provided.
How does the side airbag system work?
The design and development of the side airbag system included
recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of
2006 Montego (mgo)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
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Mercury 2006 Montego Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	2006 Montego
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Warning Lights and Chimes

Alerts you to vehicle conditions that may require attention and explains their meaning.

Gauges

Provides information on vehicle speed, engine coolant temperature, fuel level, and engine speed.

Entertainment Systems

Audio Systems

Premium/Audiophile In-Dash Six CD/MP3 Sound System

Family Entertainment DVD System

Features and controls for the optional DVD system.

Climate Controls

Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control

Operation of the automatic climate control system for driver and passenger.

Driver Controls

Multi-Function Lever

Speed Control

How to set, increase, decrease, and disengage speed control.

Homelink Wireless Control System

Programming and operation of the HomeLink system.

Locks and Security

Power Door Locks

SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System

How the anti-theft system works and its indicator.

Perimeter Alarm System

Seating and Safety Restraints

Front Passenger Sensing System

How the system determines airbag deployment based on occupant.

Children and airbags

Safety precautions for children in relation to airbags.

Child booster seats

Guidance on when and how to use booster seats.

Attaching child safety seats with LATCH attachments

Tires, Wheels and Loading

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Inflating Your Tires

Proper procedures and recommendations for inflating tires.

Tire Replacement Requirements

Vehicle Loading

Understanding payload, Gross Vehicle Weight, and Gross Axle Weight.

Trailer Towing

Driving

Starting

Ignition positions and procedures for starting the vehicle.

Brakes

Information on brake noise, warning lights, and ABS.

Traction Control

Automatic Transaxle Operation

Reverse Sensing System

All Wheel Drive (AWD) System

Driving on snow and ice

Driving through water

Roadside Emergencies

Getting Roadside Assistance

Details on the complimentary roadside assistance program coverage.

Fuses and Relays

Changing the Tires

Instructions for changing a flat tire.

Jump Starting

Safety precautions and procedures for jump starting a vehicle.

Wrecker Towing

Customer Assistance

Getting the Services You Need

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)

Procedure for reporting vehicle safety defects to NHTSA.

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program

Maintenance and Specifications

Service Recommendations

Windshield Washer Fluid

Engine Oil

Procedures for checking and adding engine oil.

Engine Coolant

Checking and adding engine coolant and its specifications.

Calculating Fuel Economy

Methods for calculating and improving fuel economy.

Emission Control System

On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)

Understanding the OBD-II system and malfunction indicators.

Power Steering Fluid

Brake Fluid

Checking and maintaining brake fluid levels.

Transaxle Fluid

Checking and maintaining automatic transaxle fluid.

Lubricant Specifications