2006 FORD MONDEO ignition

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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 GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNINGS
The electronic ignition systemworks with high voltage. Nevertouch these components with theengine running or the ignitionswitched on.
The ignition must be switchedoff before working in the enginecompartment. Under some operatingconditions, the cooling system fanmay continue to run for severalminutes after the engine has beenswitched off. This is quite normal.Take care not to get any fingers orclothing such as ties or scarvescaught in the fan.
•Check and top up fluid levelsregularly.
•Check tyre pressure.
•Check brakes and lamps areoperating correctly.
•Check warning and indicatorlamps.
Every day check
•Operation of all exterior andinterior lamps and make sure thatall lenses are clean.
When filling up check
•Engine oil level
•Brake fluid level
•Washer fluid level
•Tyre pressures and condition (onlywhen cold)
Once a month check
•Coolant level (engine cold)
•Assemblies, pipes, hoses andreservoirs for leaks
•Power steering fluid level
•Operation of the air conditioning
•Operation of the parking brake
•Operation of the horn
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Maintenance

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Removing a wheel
All vehicles
WARNINGS
Park your vehicle in such aposition that neither the trafficnor you are hindered or endangeredwhen changing a wheel.
Set up a warning triangle.
Ensure that the vehicle is onfirm, level ground.
If necessary, secure the vehiclewith suitable chocks.
Point the front wheels straightahead.
Switch off the ignition and applythe parking brake.
Select first or reverse gear.
If the vehicle has an automatictransmission, select the Pposition.
Have the passengers leave thevehicle.
If your vehicle is fitted withdirectional tyres, make sure thatthe arrows on the tyres point in thedirection of rotation when the vehicleis moving forwards. The arrows onboth tyre sidewalls indicate thedirection of rotation.
If a spare wheel has to be fittedwith the arrows pointing in theopposite direction to the direction ofrotation, have the tyre remounted inthe correct direction by an expert assoon as possible.
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Wheels and tyresE72562

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
I
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
K
Keys and remote controls.............32
L
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
M
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

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Warning lamps and indicators.......73ABS warning lamp...............................74Airbag warning lamp...........................74Brake system and ABS warninglamps..................................................74Brake system warning lamp..............74Direction indicator lamp......................74Doors open warning lamp..................74Engine warning lamp...........................75Frost warning lamp..............................75Glow plug indicator lamp....................75Headlamp indicator lamp...................75Ignition warning lamp..........................75Low fuel level warning lamp...............75Low washer fluid warning lamp.........75Main beam indicator lamp..................75Oil change indicator lamp...................76Oil pressure warning lamp..................76Seat belt reminder...............................76Stability control (ESP) indicatorlamp....................................................76
Warning triangle.............................1344-door and 5-door............................134Estate...................................................134
Washer fluid check........................153Washer jets.........................................153
Wheels and tyres..........................160Technical specifications....................167
Windows and mirrors.....................67Windscreen washers.....................49Windscreen wipers.........................48Autowipers...........................................48Intermittent wiping...............................48
Wipers and washers.......................48
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