2006 FORD MONDEO belt

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A warning tone will sound if thevehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h (70mph).
Seat belt reminder
A warning tone will sound if thedriver's seat belt is unbuckled.
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CORRECT POSITION
•Sit in an upright position with thebase of your spine as far back aspossible and with the backrestreclined no more than 30degrees.
•Adjust the head restraints so thatthe top is level with the top of yourhead.
•Do not move the front seat tooclose to the instrument panel. Thedriver should hold the steeringwheel in the ‘10 to 2 o’clock’position with arms slightly bent.The legs should also be slightlybent so that the pedals can bepressed fully to the floor.
•The seat belt should cross thecentre of the shoulder; the lapstrap should fit tightly across thehips, not the stomach.
MANUAL SEATS
WARNING
Do not adjust the seats whilethe vehicle is moving.
Moving the seats forwardsor backwards
Pull up on the lever. After releasingthe lever, rock the seat to ensure thatthe catch is securely engaged.
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Returning the seatback toits upright position
The seatback must engage in thelatches on both sides. The seat beltsmust be forward of the seatback.
Folding rear seat cushionsand seatback forwards
5-door and Estate
Pull the loop between the seatcushion and the seatback and foldthe seat cushion forward. Removethe head restraints of the rear seatsand fold the seatback forward.
Note: When the red marking in theunlocking button is visible, theseatback is not fully engaged.Release the seatback and repeat theprocedure until the red marking is nolonger visible. If the seatbeltintegrated into the seatback doesnot function properly, check theunlocking mechanism.
When returning the seats to theiroriginal positions, make sure the seatbelts will function properly and arepositioned in front of the seatback.On vehicles with heated rear seats,make sure the heating system wiringdoes not get stuck or damaged.
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Vehicles with a Duratecengine
The fuel supply may be cut off as aresult of an accident or suddenvibrations (e.g. collision whenparking).
The switch is located in the side panelin front of the left-hand door. Thebutton will be raised when the switchis activated.
Resetting the switch
WARNING
Do not reset the fuel cut-offswitch if you see or smell leakingfuel.
•Turn the ignition switch to position0.
•Check fuel system for leaks.
•If no fuel leak is apparent, resetthe switch by pushing in thebutton (see illustration).
•Turn the ignition switch to positionII. After a few seconds return thekey to position I.
•Make a further check for leaks inthe fuel system.
INSPECTING SAFETY
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Seat belts
Belts subjected to strain − as a resultof an accident − should be renewedand the anchorages checked by anexpert.
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EXTERIOR
WARNINGS
In installations operating withhigh water pressure, watermight be forced into the vehicle’sinterior or parts may get damaged.
Unscrew and remove the radioaerial before entering anautomatic car wash. Switch off theheater blower to preventcontamination of the fresh air filter.
The best procedure is brushlesswashing in a good car washinstallation.
If a waxing cycle is selected, pleaseensure that the wax is removed fromthe windscreen afterwards.
Cleaning the headlamps
To avoid damaging the clear plasticheadlamp lens do not use aggressiveabrasives or chemical solvents. Donot wipe the headlamps when theyare dry or use sharp objects to cleanthe lenses.
Cleaning the rear window
To avoid damaging the heatingelements when cleaning the insideof the rear window use only a softcloth or a damp chamois leather. Donot use solvent or sharp objects toclean the glass.
Body paintworkpreservation
WARNING
When polishing your vehicleensure that polish does notcome into contact with the plasticsurfaces as it may prove difficult toremove. Do not polish the vehicle instrong sunshine.
Wax the body paintwork of yourvehicle once or twice a year. This willhelp retain the glossy paintwork finishand water droplets will run off moreeasily.
Do not apply polish to windscreen orrear window, as this may result inpoor or noisy wiper action.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
Seat belts
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Do not attempt to repair orlubricate retractor or bucklemechanisms or to modify the beltsin any way.
Periodically check the belts fordamage or fraying.
Use interior cleaner or clean warmwater. Dry naturally, away fromartificial heat.
Do not use chemical cleaners, boilingwater, bleach, or dye. Do not allowmoisture to penetrate the seat beltretractor mechanism.
REPAIRING MINOR PAINT
DAMAGE
WARNING
To retain vehicle warranty onpaintwork, remove apparentlyharmless looking but oftenaggressive particles from thepaintwork immediately − e.g. birddroppings, tree resins, insectremains, tar spots, road salt andindustrial fall-out.
Paint damage from road chippingsor minor scratches can be dealt withusing aerosol paint spray or touch-uppaint. Observe the applicationinstruction on each product. The FordAccessory range is recommended.
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PLATE
The vehicle identification plate islocated on the lower section of theright-hand front door pillar.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN)
The vehicle identification number islocated in the engine compartment.Additionally it is stamped onto theplastic tag on the left-hand side ofthe instrument panel. A symbol onthe tag identifies the air bag system.
ENGINE NUMBER
Depending on the engine type theengine number is stamped on theengine block (viewed from thedriver’s seat):
Duratec-HE/SCi
Sticker on timing belt cover.
Duratec-VE/ST
Front of engine compartment,left-hand camshaft cover.
Duratorq-TDDi/TDCiTurbodiesel
Right-hand side, adjacent to thetiming chain cover.
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About this handbook........................5Adjusting the headlamps...............55Vehicles with Xenon headlamps.......55
Adjusting the steering wheel.........46Adjusting the windscreen washerjets....................................................51Air vents.............................................81Airbag warning lamp.......................31Alarm.................................................44Approach lamps..............................66Arming the alarm.............................44Alarm......................................................44Automatic arming delay.....................44Interior sensors....................................44
Arming the engine immobiliser.....43Ashtray..............................................98Front ashtray........................................98Rear ashtray.........................................98
Audible warnings andindicators........................................76Frost.......................................................76Lights on................................................76Overspeed............................................77Parking aid............................................76Seat belt reminder...............................77
Audio control...................................46Mode......................................................47Seek.......................................................47Volume..................................................46
Automatic climate control.............84Blower and air distribution..................85Setting the temperature.....................84Switching the air conditioning on andoff.......................................................85Switching the automatic climatecontrol on and off............................85
Automatic transmission fluidcheck............................................152
Automatic transmission................110Drive modes (5-speedtransmission)...................................116Driving with an automatictransmission.....................................114Emergency park position releaselever...................................................116Gear selection.....................................110
Auxiliary heater................................87Auxiliary power sockets.................99Estate....................................................99
B
Battery care....................................158Booster cushions.............................21Integrated booster cushion................21Vario child safety seat.........................23
Brake and clutch fluid check.......152Brakes..............................................118Principle of operation.........................118
C
Cargo nets......................................126Catalytic converter........................103Driving with a catalytic converter.....103Parking.................................................103
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