2006 FORD MONDEO key

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine •Insert the tow ball horizontally andpush forward until the lockingmechanism engages. (Do nothold your hand near the lockingmechanism.)
•The tow ball locks automatically.Lever 1 must be in its originalposition (right-hand side).
•To lock: Insert key with lock insertand turn clockwise. Pull off key.
•Cover the locking mechanismwith the protection cap.
Maintenance
WARNING
Remove the tow ball andprotect the seat with the plugbefore steam cleaning your vehicle.
Keep the system clean. Periodicallylubricate the lock with graphite.
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TowingE72524

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH
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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Status after a collisionE72531

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TOWING THE VEHICLE
ON FOUR WHEELS
All vehicles
WARNING
The ignition key must be set toposition II when the vehicle isbeing towed so that the steering,direction indicator lamps and brakelamps are fully operational. Since thebrake servo and the power steeringdo not operate with the engineswitched off, you will need to exertgreater force to the brake pedal andsteering wheel. Make allowances forthe increased braking distance andheavier steering.
Note: Observe the safetyregulations that are valid for towinga vehicle depending on country.
When towing always drive off slowlyand smoothly without jerking thetowing vehicle. Excessive tow ropetension could result in damage toeither vehicle.
Vehicles with an automatictransmission
WARNINGS
Never tow a vehicle with anautomatic transmission fasterthan 50 km/h (30 mph) or furtherthan 50 kilometres (30 miles). SeeTransporting the vehicle (page 142).
Never tow a vehicle backwardswith the drive wheels turning. Ifthis instruction is not adhered to, itcould cause damage to theautomatic transmission.
When a vehicle with an automatictransmission is towed, the selectorlever must be in position N (neutral).
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Vehicle recovery

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine OPENING AND CLOSING
THE BONNET
Opening the bonnet
WARNING
Remove the key immediatelyafter opening the bonnet.
The bonnet must be opened fromthe outside.
Swivel the Ford badge in the radiatorgrille to the side. Insert the key in thelock on the radiator grille.
Turn the key first anticlockwise 1.Raise the bonnet slightly and turn thekey fully clockwise 2 to open thebonnet. It is held by gas filled liftcylinders.
Closing the bonnet
To close, lower the bonnet and allowit to drop into the catch for the last20 – 30 cm.
Always check to ensure that thebonnet lock is fully engaged.
ENGINE OIL CHECK
WARNING
Do not use oil additives or otherengine treatments. They areunnecessary and could, undercertain conditions, lead to enginedamage which is not covered byFord Warranty.
The oil consumption of new enginesreaches the normal value only afterapproximately 5 000 km (3 000miles).
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MaintenanceE73406 E73407

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The vehicle jack must only beused to carry out wheelchanges. Do not work underneaththe vehicle when it is supported onlyby the jack.
•Insert the flat end of thewheelbrace between the rim andthe hub cover and twist carefullyto remove the cover.
Vehicles with locking wheelnuts
Note: Replacement locks and wheelnuts can be obtained using the wheelnut reference number certificate.
•Insert the nut key onto the lockingnut.
All vehicles
WARNING
The jack must be appliedvertically to the jacking point.
•Slacken the wheel nuts.
•Place the jack with the whole footarea on firm ground.
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Wheels and tyresE72571 E72572

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine •Jack up the vehicle until the wheelis clear of the ground.
•Unscrew and remove the wheelnuts and take off the wheel.
Fitting a wheel
Vehicles with alloy wheels
WARNING
Alloy wheels must never besecured using wheel nuts forsteel wheels.
Note: The wheel nuts of alloy wheelscan also be used for the steel sparewheel for a short time (maximum twoweeks).
All vehicles
•Push the wheel onto the wheelstuds. Screw on the wheel nutsand secure in a clockwisedirection ensuring that thetapered end of the wheel nuts isfacing the wheel.
•Lower the vehicle and remove thejack.
Vehicles with locking wheelnuts
•Insert the nut key onto the lockingnut.
All vehicles
•Fully tighten the wheel nuts in thepattern shown.
•Press on the hub cap firmly withthe ball of the hand.
Have the tightening torque of thewheel nuts and the tyre pressurechecked as soon as possible.
Stowing the wheel
•Stow the jack and defective wheelin reverse order and secure them
•Stow the locking nut and thewheelbrace safely.
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Wheels and tyresE72573

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Changing a bulb..............................57Approach lamps..................................60Central brake lamp (4-door)..............63Central brake lamp (5-door andEstate)...............................................63Fog lamps (ST variants).......................61Fog lamps (vehicles with sportbumpers)...........................................60Footwell lamp.......................................65Front interior lamp...............................64Glove compartment lamp..................65Headlamps, side lamps, directionindicators...........................................58Luggage compartment lamp............65Number plate lamp.............................64Reading lamps.....................................65Rear interior lamp................................64Rear lamps (4-door and 5-door).......61Rear lamps (Estate)............................62Side repeater indicator.......................60Sun visor lamps....................................65
Changing a fuse.............................137Changing a road wheel................160Fitting a wheel.....................................165Jacking points.....................................161Removing a wheel.............................163Spare wheel........................................160Stowing the wheel.............................165Vehicle jack..........................................161
Changing the remote controlbattery............................................33Changing the wiper blades...........52Checking the wiper blades............51Child safety locks............................24Child safety.......................................18Child seat positioning......................19Child seats........................................18Child restraints for different massgroups................................................19
Cigar lighter......................................97
Cleaning the exterior....................156Body paintwork preservation...........156Cleaning the headlamps...................156Cleaning the rear window................156
Cleaning the interior......................156Seat belts............................................156
Climate control................................80Principle of operation..........................80
Clock.................................................97Coded keys......................................41Coding erasure....................................42Key coding............................................41
Convenience features....................97Cruise control.................................124Principle of operation........................124
Cup holders.....................................99
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Detachable tow ball......................130Installing the tow ball..........................131Maintenance.......................................132Removing the tow ball......................130
Direction indicators.........................56Disarming the alarm........................44Vehicles with 3.0 l Duratec-VE/-ST or2.5 l Duratec-VE engine..................45
Disarming the engineimmobiliser.....................................43Driving hints....................................133
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Electric exterior mirrors..................70Electric folding mirrors.........................70Mirror tilting positions..........................70
Electric seats....................................912-way electric seat...............................918-way electric seat...............................91
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Index

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Head restraints................................92Front head restraints...........................92Rear head restraints............................92
Headlamp levelling..........................55Headlamp washers.........................51Heated seats...................................95Recommended settings....................95
Heated windows and mirrors.......86Heated exterior mirrors......................86Heated windows.................................86
Hints on driving with ABS..............118Horn..................................................46
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Ignition switch................................100Ignition switch positions....................100
Information displays........................78Inspecting safety systemcomponents................................135Seat belts............................................135
Instrument lighting dimmer............97Instruments......................................72Interior lamps...................................57Reading lamps.....................................57
Interior mirror...................................70Auto-dimming mirror............................71
Introduction........................................5
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Keys and remote controls.............32
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Lighting control................................53Autolamps.............................................53Headlamp flasher................................54Main/dipped beam..............................53Parking lamps.......................................53
Lighting.............................................53
Load carrying.................................126General information...........................126
Locking and unlocking...................35Central and double locking................36Doors.....................................................35Tailgate..................................................35
Locks................................................35Luggage covers.............................1275-door..................................................127Estate...................................................127
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Maintenance..................................144General information...........................144Technical specifications....................154
Manual climate control....................81Air distribution control..........................81Blower....................................................81Permanent comfort settings.............83Rapid cooling of the vehicleinterior................................................83Rapid heating of the vehicleinterior................................................83Rapid windowdefrosting/demisting.......................82Recirculated air....................................82Switching the air conditioning on andoff.......................................................82Switching the climate control systemon and off..........................................82Temperature control............................81
Manual seats...................................90Adjusting the angle of theseatback............................................91Adjusting the lumbar support.............91Moving the seats forwards orbackwards........................................90
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Index