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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Service Data Recording
6
Event Data Recording
6
Special Instructions
7
Cell Phone Use
7
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information
7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
8
Instrument Cluster
10
Check Engine
10
Warning and Control Lights
10
Warning Lights and Chimes
10
Airbag Readiness
11
Anti-Lock Brake System
11
Brake System Warning Light
11
Check Fuel Cap
11
Charging System
12
Engine Coolant Level
12
Engine Oil Pressure
12
Safety Belt
12
Anti-Theft System
13
Door Ajar
13
Low Washer Fluid
13
Speed Control
13
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
14
Gauges
14
Speedometer
14
Fuel Gauge
15
Odometer
15
Tachometer
15
Trip Odometer
15
Entertainment Systems
16
Accessory Delay
16
AM/FM Stereo/ Single CD Sound System
16
Audio Systems
16
Autoset
17
Balance
17
Speed Sensitive Volume
17
AM/FM Stereo with In-Dash Six CD
19
Premium/Audiophile In-Dash Six CD/MP3 Sound System
19
CD/CD Player Care
23
General Audio Information
23
Radio Frequencies
23
Radio Reception Factors
23
DVD Player Controls
24
Family Entertainment DVD System
24
Navigation System
24
DVD Control Features
26
Menu Control
26
Next/Previous Control
26
CD Play Mode
27
Enter Control
27
REV/FWD Control
27
Slow Play Mode
27
Remote Control
28
Dual Play Mode
29
Single Play Mode
29
Battery Replacement
30
Parental Control
30
Wireless Headphone Operation
31
Wireless Headphones
31
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Flip-Down Screen
32
Family Entertainment DVD System Protection Circuits
33
High Temperature Sensor Circuit
33
Playback and Format
33
Saving MP3 Files
33
Playing an Auxiliary Device
34
Removing a CD/DVD (While Playing)
34
On-Screen Indicators
35
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance
36
Safety Information
36
Care and Service of the DVD Player
37
Environmental Extremes
37
Humidity and Moisture Condensation
37
Temperature Extremes
37
Cleaning Compact Discs
38
Cleaning the DVD Player
38
Foreign Substances
38
Climate Controls
39
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control
39
Dual Temperature Control
40
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with Heated Seats
41
Operating Tips
43
To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather
43
Rear Window Defroster
44
Lights
45
Autolamp Control
45
Autolamps - Programmable Exit Delay
45
Headlamp Control
45
Flash to Pass
46
Foglamp Control
46
High Beams
46
Aiming the Headlamps
47
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
47
Panel Dimmer Control
47
Vertical Aim Adjustment
47
Bulb Replacement
49
Dome Lamps and Map Lamps
49
Interior Lamps
49
Turn Signal Control
49
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
50
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
50
Using the Right Bulbs
50
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
51
Replacing Front Sidemarker Bulbs
51
Replacing HID Headlamp Bulbs
51
Replacing Brake and Tail Lamp Bulbs
52
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs
52
Replacing Turn Signal Lamp/Backup Lamp Bulbs
52
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
53
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
53
Driver Controls
54
Mist Function
54
Multi-Function Lever
54
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
54
Illuminated Visor Mirror
55
Overhead Console
55
Slide on Rod Feature
55
Steering Wheel Adjustment
55
Tilt Steering Wheel
55
Center Console
56
Clock
56
Instrument Panel Storage Compartment
56
Storage Compartment
56
Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)
57
Cigar/Cigarette Lighter
57
Power Windows
57
One Touch up or down
58
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror
59
Bounce-Back (Driver’s Window Only)
59
Security Override
59
Window Lock
59
Exterior Mirrors
60
Fold-Away Mirrors
60
Power Side View Mirrors
60
Heated Outside Mirrors
61
Memory Feature
61
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
61
Speed Control
61
Disengaging Speed Control
62
Setting Speed Control
62
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
63
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
63
Resuming a Set Speed
63
Radio Control Features
64
Steering Wheel Controls
64
Turning off Speed Control
64
Moon Roof
65
To Open the Moon Roof
65
Homelink Wireless Control System
66
To Close the Moon Roof
66
To Vent
66
Programming
67
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
68
Erasing Homelink Buttons
69
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
69
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
69
Info Menu
70
Message Center
70
Reset
70
Selectable Features
70
Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
71
Distance to Empty (DTE)
71
Compass Display
72
Compass Zone Adjustment
72
Fuel Used
72
Trip Elapsed Drive Time
72
Compass Calibration Adjustment
73
Language
74
Setup Menu
74
System Check
75
Units (English/Metric)
75
System Warnings
76
To Reset the Oil Life to 100% with System Warnings
78
To Set the Oil Life to 100% Without System Warnings Displayed
78
Cargo Area Features
79
Cargo Net
79
Interior Trunk Control
79
Locks and Security
80
Keys
80
Power Door Locks
80
Smart Locks
80
Childproof Door Locks
81
Interior Luggage Compartment Release
82
Remote Entry System
83
Unlocking the Doors
83
Locking the Doors
84
Sounding a Panic Alarm
84
Opening the Trunk
84
Memory Seats/Power Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals
84
Activating the Memory Seat Feature
85
Replacing the Battery
85
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
86
How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
86
Illuminated Entry
87
To Reprogram the Remote Entry Transmitters
87
Battery Saver
88
Illuminated Exit
88
Keyless Entry System
89
Erasing Personal Code
90
Anti-Scan Feature
90
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
90
Autolock
90
Deactivating/Activating Autolock
91
Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure
91
Keyless Entry Key Pad Procedure
91
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
92
Anti-Theft Indicator
92
Automatic Arming
93
Automatic Disarming
93
Replacement Keys
93
Programming Spare Keys
93
Perimeter Alarm System
95
Arming the System
95
Disarming the System
96
Triggering the Anti-Theft System
96
Adjustable Head Restraints
97
Seating and Safety Restraints
97
Folding down the Front Passenger Seatback
98
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
98
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
99
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
100
Heated Seats
102
Head Restraints
103
Rear Seats
103
Split-Folding Rear Seat
103
Seat Mounted Cup Holders and Armrest Storage Compartment
104
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
105
Personal Safety System
105
Safety Restraints
105
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints
106
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
106
Front Crash Severity Sensor
106
Front Passenger Sensing System
106
Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
107
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
107
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
107
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
107
Safety Belt Precautions
108
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
109
Automatic Locking Mode
110
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard
110
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
110
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
110
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
111
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
111
Conditions of Operation
112
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
112
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
112
Beltminder
113
Deactivating/Activating the Beltminder Feature
115
One Time Disable
115
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
117
Safety Belt Maintenance
117
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
118
Important Supplemental Restraint System Precautions
118
Children and Airbags
120
How Does the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
120
Determining if the System Is Operational
126
If the Airbag Readiness Lamp Is Lit
126
How Does the Side Airbag System Work?
127
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System
127
Safety Canopy
129
How Does the Safety Canopy System Work?
130
Disposal of Airbags and Airbag Equipped Vehicles
132
Important Child Restraint Precautions
132
Safety Restraints for Children
132
Child Booster Seats
133
Children and Safety Belts
133
Types of Booster Seats
134
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
134
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
135
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
136
Safety Seats for Children
136
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
137
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
140
Attaching Safety Seats with LATCH Attachments for Child Seat Anchors
141
Tires, Wheels and Loading
144
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
144
Traction AA a B C
144
Treadwear
144
Glossary of Tire Terminology
145
Temperature a B C
145
Tires
145
Inflating Your Tires
146
Tire Inflation
146
Inspecting Your Tires
148
Tire Care
148
Damage
149
Tire Wear
149
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
149
Safety Practices
150
Tire Replacement Requirements
150
Highway Hazards
151
Tire and Wheel Alignment
151
Tire Rotation
151
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
152
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
152
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
153
Information on “P” Type Tires
153
Information on “T” Type Tires
157
Location of the Tire Label
157
Snow Tires and Chains
158
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
158
Base Curb Weight
159
Payload
159
Vehicle Curb Weight
159
Cargo Weight
160
GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
160
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
161
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
161
GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
162
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
162
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
162
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
163
Trailer Towing
164
Hitches
165
Preparing to Tow
165
Safety Chains
165
Trailer Brakes
165
Driving While You Tow
166
Servicing after Towing
166
Trailer Lamps
166
Trailer Towing Tips
166
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Vehicles
167
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Vehicles
167
Recreational Towing
167
Driving
168
Starting
168
Positions of the Ignition
168
Starting Your Vehicle
168
Important Safety Precautions
169
Starting the Engine
170
Using the Engine Block Heater
171
Brakes
171
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
171
Important Ventilating Information
171
Using ABS
172
ABS Warning Lamp
172
Parking Brake
172
Traction Control
173
Steering
174
Automatic Transaxle Operation
175
Brake-Shift Interlock
175
Transmission Operation
175
Reverse Sensing System
179
All Wheel Drive (Awd) System
181
Driving Off-Highway with AWD Vehicles
181
Basic Operating Principles
182
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
182
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
182
Emergency Maneuvers
183
AWD Systems
183
Sand
183
Mud and Water
184
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
185
Driving on Snow and Ice
186
Maintenance and Modifications
186
Driving through Water
187
Roadside Emergencies
188
Getting Roadside Assistance
188
Hazard Flasher Control
189
Using Roadside Assistance
189
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
190
Fuses and Relays
190
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
191
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel/Smart Junction Box (SJB)
191
Power Distribution Box
193
High-Current Fuses
194
Changing the Tires
197
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
197
Removing the Spare Tire and Jack
199
Tire Change Procedure
199
Stowing the Tire and Jack
202
If You Are Stowing the Flat Tire
202
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
203
Jump Starting
203
Preparing Your Vehicle
204
Connecting the Jumper Cables
204
Removing the Jumper Cables
207
Wrecker Towing
209
Customer Assistance
211
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
217
Cleaning
218
Washing the Exterior
218
Exterior Chrome
218
Waxing
219
Paint Chips
219
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
219
Engine
220
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
220
Windows and Wiper Blades
221
Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
221
Interior Trim
222
Interior
222
Leather Seats
222
Underbody
223
Ford and Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products
223
Maintenance and Specifications
225
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
225
Service Recommendations
225
Working with the Engine off
225
Opening the Hood
226
3.0L Dohc V6 Duratec Engine
227
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
227
Changing the Wiper Blades
228
Windshield Washer Fluid
228
Checking the Engine Oil
229
Adding Engine Oil
230
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
231
Battery
232
Checking Engine Coolant
234
Engine Coolant
234
Adding Engine Coolant
235
Coolant Refill Capacity
239
Recycled Engine Coolant
239
Severe Climates
239
Fuel Filter
240
Fuel Information
240
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
240
Fuel Filler Cap
242
Refueling
242
Choosing the Right Fuel
243
Octane Recommendations
243
Cleaner Air
244
Fuel Quality
244
Running out of Fuel
244
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
245
Filling the Tank
245
Measuring Techniques
245
Calculating Fuel Economy
246
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
246
Habits
246
Conditions
247
EPA Window Sticker
247
Maintenance
247
Emission Control System
248
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
249
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
249
Power Steering Fluid
250
Brake Fluid
251
Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid—Cvt Transaxle
251
Transaxle Fluid
251
Checking 6–Speed Automatic Transmission Fluid
252
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid at Operating Temperature
252
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
253
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid at Cool Temperature
253
High Fluid Level
253
Low Fluid Level
253
Motorcraft Part Numbers
254
Refill Capacities
255
Lubricant Specifications
257
Engine Data
259
Vehicle Dimensions
259
Identifying Your Vehicle
261
Safety Compliance Certification Label
261
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
261
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
262
Accessories
263
Index
265
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Mercury 2006 Montego Specifications
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Model
2006 Montego
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Language
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