Mercury 2006 Montego User Manual

decreasing engine RPM which causes a slight energy loss as the gears
change. The gear changes can be felt by the driver.
With the CVT, there is no energy transfer loss from shifting because
there is no gear shifting up or down. Acceleration up to vehicle operating
speed is smooth and continuous; uninterrupted by gear shifting. The
same holds true for coasting down to idle; smooth and continuous.
Unlike traditional automatic transmissions/transaxles, the CVT offers
more responsive performance and increased fuel economy.
P (Park)
This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from
turning.
To put your vehicle in gear:
• Depress the brake pedal
• Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear
To put your vehicle in P (Park):
• Come to a complete stop
• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and
remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
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