2006 FORD MONDEO light

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The sun visors can be released fromthe retention clips and swivelledtowards the side window.
The mirror cover can be slid open.
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING
DIMMER
CLOCK
The time is adjusted by pressing thebutton. To advance the minutes,press the button briefly. To advancerapidly, hold the button pressed.
CIGAR LIGHTER
WARNING
Never hold the lighter in as thiswill result in damage. Alwaysremove the lighter as a precautionwhen children are left alone in thevehicle.
To use the lighter press it in and waituntil it pops out automatically.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The lighter socket can also be usedto power 12 volt appliances having acurrent rating of maximum 10amperes. However, if the engine isnot running, this will cause the batteryto discharge.
When connecting appliances, useonly specified connectors from theFord Accessory range or connectorsfor use with SAE standard sockets.
ASHTRAY
Front ashtray
Press on the cover to open.
To empty, take out the insert.
Rear ashtray
Swing out the ashtray. Push downthe leaf spring to remove.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Do not operate the starter for longerthan 30 seconds at a time. Releasethe ignition key as soon as the enginehas started. If the engine has notstarted, return the ignition key toposition 0 and repeat the startingprocedure.
Cold/hot engine
WARNING
At temperatures below –20 ºC,turn the ignition key to positionII for at least one second. Thisensures that maximum fuel pressureis established.
Depress the clutch pedal fully andstart the engine without touching theaccelerator.
If the engine does not start within 15seconds, wait for a short period andrepeat the procedure.
If the engine does not start afterthree attempts wait 10 seconds andfollow the Flooded engineprocedure.
Flooded engine
Depress the clutch pedal fully.
Slowly depress the accelerator fully,hold it in this position and start theengine.
If the engine does not start repeatthe Cold/hot engine procedure.
STARTING A DIESEL
ENGINE
General points on starting
WARNING
If the engine does not start,refer to the instructionsregarding the fuel cut-off switch. SeeFuel cut-off switch (page 135).
Do not operate the starter for longerthan 30 seconds. Release the ignitionkey as soon as the engine hasstarted. If the engine has not started,return the ignition key to position 0and repeat the starting procedure.
Cold/hot engine
Depress the clutch pedal withouttouching the accelerator.
Note: The glow plug indicator lampalso functions as an engine warninglight. See Warning lamps andindicators (page 73).
Turn the key to position IIand ensure the glow plugindicator lamp illuminates.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Emergency park positionrelease lever
Note: If position P is selected again,this procedure must be repeated.
It enables the selector lever to bemoved out of the park position P inthe event of a discharged battery orelectrical failure.
Remove the cover in the centreconsole next to the selector leverwith a flat bladed tool. With a suitableobject push down the locking leverin the slot beneath the cover andsimultaneously move the selectorlever out of the P position.
Drive modes (5-speedtransmission)
The transmission adapts accordinglyto support the current driving modewith the optimal shifting strategy.
Cold mode
In order to increase thetransmission’s efficiency, it will selectfifth gear only when the transmissiontemperature has risen slightly, forexample after a few minutes drivingon a cold morning.
Hot mode
When high ambient temperaturesprevail, the transmission will select ahigher gear in order to avoidoverheating until engine andtransmission temperatures havestabilised.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The ABS operates only when thewheels are about to lock. Itsoperation is indicated by a pulsing ofthe brake pedal and full steeringcontrol is retained. Do not releasethe pedal whilst braking.
PARKING BRAKE
All vehicles
WARNING
Vehicles with an automatictransmission should always beleft with the selector lever in positionP.
•Press the foot brake pedal firmly.
•Pull the parking brake lever upsmartly to its fullest extent.
•Do not press the release buttonwhile pulling the lever up.
•If your vehicle is parked on a hilland facing uphill, select first gearand turn the steering wheel awayfrom the kerb.
•If your vehicle is parked on a hilland facing downhill, select reversegear and turn the steering wheeltowards the kerb.
To release the parking brake, pressthe brake pedal firmly, pull the leverup slightly, depress the releasebutton and push the lever down.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine PRINCIPLE OF
OPERATION
When self-levelling rear suspensionis fitted, the vehicle will ride atapproximately the same heightirrespective of the load. When driving,the system maintains the correct rideheight automatically, whether weightis added or removed.
If a headlight levelling system is fitted,pay attention that the appropriateswitch position is used. SeeHeadlamp levelling (page 55).
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Front fog lamps
Rear fog lamps
Reversing lamp
Dipped beam or parkinglamp switch
Parking lamps
Interior lamps
Headlamp washers
Windscreen wipers,windscreen wiper switch
Rear window wiper
Heated windscreen, heatedwindscreen switch
Heated rear window
Heated exterior mirrors
Electric exterior mirrors,clock
Electric rear windows
Electric front windows
Sunroof
Electric seats
Heated and ventilated seats
Heated seats
Heater blower motor
Air conditioning, heaterblower motor
Air conditioning
Cigar lighter
Hazard warning flashers
Horn
Central locking
Engine management,electronic module
Starter motor
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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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