2006 FORD MONDEO warning

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Always have the rear headrestraint raised when the rearseat is occupied by a passenger ora child restraint.
To raise: Pull the head restraint up.
To lower the outer head restraints:Press both locking buttons and pushthe head restraint down.
To lower the centre head restraint:Press the locking button and pushthe head restraint down.
To remove the outer head restraintsin 4/5-door models, the seatback ofthe corresponding seat must befolded forward. Then press thelocking buttons and pull out the headrestraint.
REAR SEATS
Folding the rear seatbackforwards
5-door and Estate
Push the unlocking button on the rearseatback and fold the seatbackforward.
4-door
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WARNING
Heating with the engine off willdrain the battery.
Note: The settings of the heatedseats are stored when the ignition isswitched off. When the ignition isswitched on again the settings arerestored automatically.
The heated seats can be individuallyadjusted step by step using thecontrols on the centre console.
Press the + button repeatedly to raisethe temperature. Pressing the –button repeatedly will lower thetemperature. The number ofilluminated lights beside the buttonindicates the selected step. When nolight is illuminated, the heating of theseat is switched off.
Recommended settings
Use step 1 or 2 for heating of the seatwith a comfortable temperature forlonger periods. The steps 4 and 5 areonly recommended for short periodswith a high difference in temperature.
VENTILATED SEATS
WARNING
Ventilating with the engine offwill drain the battery.
Note: The settings of the ventilatedseats are stored when the ignition isswitched off. When the ignition isswitched on again the settings arerestored automatically.
The ventilated seats can beindividually adjusted step by stepusing the controls on the centreconsole.
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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 AUXILIARY POWER
SOCKETS
Estate
The auxiliary power socket is locatedin the right-hand side trim panel ofthe luggage compartment.
The auxiliary power socket can alsobe used to power 12 volt applianceshaving a current rating of maximum10 amperes. However, if the engineis not running, this will cause thebattery to discharge.
When connecting appliances, useonly specified connectors from theFord Accessory range or connectorsfor use with SAE standard sockets.
CUP HOLDERS
WARNING
Do not place hot drinks in thecup holders whilst driving −there is a risk of scalding.
Press to open. Push in to close.
STORAGE
COMPARTMENTS
Glasses holder
Press to open.
Cassette and CD box
The storage box is located inside thecentre console. Lift the armrest toaccess the storage compartment.
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General points on starting
If the battery has been disconnectedthe vehicle may exhibit some unusualdriving characteristics for approx. 8kilometres (5 miles) afterreconnecting the battery.
This is because the enginemanagement system must realignitself with the engine. Any unusualdriving characteristics during thisperiod may be disregarded.
Starting the engine bytowing or pushing
WARNING
To prevent damage you mustnot push or tow start yourvehicle. Use booster cables and abooster battery. See Using boostercables (page 158).
IGNITION SWITCH
Ignition switch positions
Position 0
WARNING
Never return the key to the 0position when the vehicle is inmotion.
Ignition off. When the key is removedfrom the ignition switch, the steeringcolumn lock will be activated as soonas the steering wheel is turned.
Position I
Steering unlocked. Ignition and allmain electrical circuits are disabled.The ignition key should not be left inthis position for too long to avoiddischarging the battery.
Positon II
Ignition switched on, all electricalcircuits operational. Warning andindicator lamps illuminate. This is thekey position when driving, and mustalso be selected when being towed.
Postion III
Starter motor activated. Release thekey as soon as the engine starts.
STARTING A PETROL
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).
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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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WARNINGS
To avoid fuel spillage that couldbe hazardous to other roadusers, always stop refuelling after thefuel nozzle stops the second time.Additional fuel will fill the expansionspace in the fuel tank which couldlead to fuel overflowing.
The fuel system is underpressure. There is a risk of injuryif the fuel system is leaking. Do notuse any kind of flames or heat nearthe fuel system.
FUEL QUALITY
Use only high quality fuel without anysupplemental additives or otherengine treatments.
Vehicles with a petrolengine
Use unleaded petrol according tospecification EN 228 or equivalentwith minimum 95 octane. Leadedfuel or fuel/additives containing othermetallic compounds (e.g.manganese-based) may damagethe emission system.
Vehicles with a dieselengine
Use diesel fuel according tospecification EN 590 or equivalent.Do not mix it with any oil, petrol orother liquids. Diesel fuels whichcontain a mix of up to 5 % RME (biodiesel) are acceptable.
Prolonged use of supplementaladditives to prevent fuel waxing is notrecommended. Do not addkerosene, paraffin or petrol to dieselfuels.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
Driving with a catalyticconverter
Avoid running out of fuel.
Avoid unnecessarily long enginecranking periods.
Do not run the engine with adisconnected spark plug.
Do not push-start or tow-starting thevehicle; use booster cables. SeeUsing booster cables (page 158).
Never switch off the ignition whiledriving.
Parking
WARNING
It is important to avoid parking,idling or operating the vehicle ondry leaves or dry grass. Even whenthe engine is switched off, theexhaust will continue to radiate aconsiderable amount of heat for ashort period creating a potential firehazard.
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Fuel and refuelling

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine FUEL FILLER FLAP
Pull up the remote release leverbeside the driver’s seat. Open thefiller flap and turn the capanticlockwise.
When the filler cap is removed, ahissing noise may be heard. This isnormal and should be disregarded.
To refit the cap, turn clockwise untilit clicks.
REFUELLING
WARNING
If you fill your vehicle withincorrect fuel or additives, donot attempt to start the engine. Thismay lead to engine damage.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Fuel consumption
4-door and 5-door
Fuel consumption figures
CO2emissionsCombinedExtra-urbanUrban
Variant
g/kml/100 km(mpg)l/100 km(mpg)l/100 km(mpg)
1797.5 (37.7)5.6 (50.4)10.9 (25.9)1.8 l Duratec-HE 81 kW(110 PS), Stage IIIemissions
1827.6 (37.2)5.6 (50.4)11.2 (25.2)1.8 l Duratec-HE 81 kW(110 PS), Stage IVemissions
1827.6 (37.2)5.6 (50.4)11.0 (25.7)1.8 l Duratec-HE 92 kW(125 PS), Stage IIIemissions
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