2006 FORD MONDEO warning

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The engine warning lampshould extinguish as soonas the engine starts. If itilluminates with the engine running, itindicates a malfunction. Have thischecked by an expert as soon aspossible. If it flashes, when driving,reduce the vehicle speedimmediately. If it continues to flash,avoid heavy acceleration ordeceleration. The engine will continueto operate but it will have limitedengine power. Have your vehiclechecked by an expert immediately.
Frost warning lamp
WARNING
Even if the temperature rises toabove 4ºC there is noguarantee that the road is free ofhazards caused by inclementweather.
For ambient temperaturesbetween 4°C and 1°C, theorange sign warns ofpossible ice on the roads. From 0°Cand below, the red sign warns of anincreased danger of icy roads.
Glow plug indicator lamp
If the glow plug indicatorlamp illuminates, wait untilthe it extinguishes beforestarting.
Headlamp indicator lamp
Illuminates when theheadlamps are on dippedbeam or when the side andtail lamps are on.
Ignition warning lamp
WARNING
If the charging system drive belton the diesel engines is loose,torn or broken, the servo assistancefor the braking system also no longeroperates.
If it illuminates whilst driving,switch off all unnecessaryelectrical equipment anddrive immediately to the nearestexpert.
Low fuel level warning lamp
When the warning lampilluminates, refuel as soon aspossible.
Low washer fluid warninglamp
When the warning lampilluminates, top up as soonas possible.
Main beam indicator lamp
Illuminates when theheadlamps are on mainbeam or when theheadlamp flasher is used.
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If the lamp stays on afterstarting or illuminates duringa journey, stop immediately,switch off the engine and check theengine oil level. See Engine oil check(page 149). Top up straight away ifthe level is low.
Oil change indicator lamp
Vehicles with a dieselparticulate filter (DPF)
The oil change indicatorlamp will come on andremain on if the engine oilneeds to be changed outside of theregular service schedule. Have theengine oil changed as soon aspossible.
Your dealer will switch the oil changeindicator lamp off for you aftercompleting the oil change.
Seat belt reminder
See Seat belt reminder(page 29).
Stability control (ESP)indicator lamp
Note: If the it does not illuminatewhen the ignition is switched on or ifit stays illuminated whilst driving, itindicates a malfunction (unless thesystem has been switched offmanually when it will also illuminate).During a malfunction the system willbe switched off. Have the systemchecked by an expert.
Illuminates when stabilitycontrol is switched off andflashes when stability control(ESP) is activated.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS
AND INDICATORS
Frost
A warning tone will sound if theambient temperature falls below 4°C.
Lights on
A warning tone will sound if thedriver's door is opened when thelights are on.
Parking aid
A short tone will sound whenselecting reverse gear if the systemis operational. A continuous tone ora deep tone at three second intervalswill sound when selecting reversegear is the system has a malfunction.
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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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TRIP COMPUTER
The following functions are availablewhen the ignition is on:
•Outside air temperature
•Remaining fuel range
•Average fuel consumption
•Instantaneous fuel consumption(depending on country)
•Average speed
Info button
WARNING
For road safety reasons, set andreset the functions only whilstthe vehicle is stationary.
Press to change between functions.You will hear an audible signal everytime you press the button.
Reset button
Press the button briefly to togglebetween metric and imperial units.
The functions average fuelconsumption and average speed canbe individually reset by holding thereset button for two seconds whilethe desired function is selected.
Outside air temperature
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Information displaysE70435 E70436 E70437 E70438

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Shows the outside air temperature.At temperatures of +4 ºC or lowerthe frost warning lamp will illuminate.See Warning lamps and indicators(page 73).
Remaining fuel range
Indicates the approximate distancethe vehicle will travel on the fuelremaining in the tank.
Average fuel consumption
Press the reset button to set to zero.
Instantaneous fuelconsumption
The instantaneous fuel consumptionis indicated when the vehicle speedis above 6,5 km/h (4 mph). When thevehicle speed is below 5 km/h (3mph), _._ l/100km is indicated (0 MPGif imperial units are selected).
Average speed
Indicates the average speed sincethe function was last reset. Press thereset button to set to zero.
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Information displaysE70439 E70440 E70441 E70442

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine AUXILIARY HEATER
The auxiliary heater aids in warmingthe engine and the interiorcompartment. It is integrated into thecooling system and is automaticallyswitched on or off depending uponthe coolant temperature.
It is possible that when theprogrammable auxiliary heater isactivated, exhaust fumes may comefrom under the sides of the vehicle.This is normal.
ELECTRIC SUNROOF
WARNING
Before operating the electricsunroof you should verify it isfree of obstructions and ensure thatchildren and/or pets are not in theproximity of the sunroof opening.Failure to do so could result in seriouspersonal injury. It is the primaryresponsibility of the supervising adultsto never leave a child unattended ina vehicle and to never leave the keysin an unattended vehicle.
Note: When the switches areoperated often during a short periodof time, the system might becomeinoperable for a certain time toprevent damage due to overheating.
Note: The electric sunroof isconnected to the vehicle’s globalopening and closing feature. SeeGlobal opening and closing (page 40).
There are two ways of opening thesunroof – the rear of the sunroof liftsopen or the sunroof opens from thefront, sliding back under the roof. Thesunroof opens and closes whilst theswitch is pressed.
Switch on the ignition to operate theelectric sunroof.
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Climate controlE72187

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Opening and closing thesunroof
Press to closeA
Press to openB
Tilting the sunroof
Press to openA
Press to closeB
Opening and closing thesunroof automatically
Momentarily press the open or closebutton to open or close the sunroofautomatically. Press the button asecond time to stop the sunroofopening or closing.
Sunroof anti-trapprotection
WARNINGS
Anti-trap protection is not activeduring the sunroof relearningfunction and when the sunroof is insafety mode. Make sure that thereare no obstacles in the way of theclosing sunroof.
Careless closing of the electricsunroof can override theanti-trap protection and causeinjuries.
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Climate controlE72188 E72185BA E72189 E72185BA

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine SITTING IN THE
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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SeatsE66528 E72312