2006 Mercury Montego 232

Maintenance and Specifications 225
Engine compartment 227
Engine oil 229
Battery 232
Engine Coolant 234
Fuel information 240
Part numbers 254
Refill capacities 255
Lubricant specifications 257
Accessories 263
Index 265
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GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED
At home
You must take your Lincoln or Mercury vehicle to an authorized dealer
for warranty repairs. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle
line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your
selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued
satisfaction. Please note that certain warranty repairs require special
training and/or equipment, so not all authorized dealers are authorized to
perform all warranty repairs. This means that, depending on the
warranty repair needed, you may have to take your vehicle to another
authorized dealer. A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair
after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be made
using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are
authorized by Ford.
If you have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied with the service you
are receiving, follow these steps:
1. Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your
selling/servicing authorized dealer.
2. If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved, contact the Sales
Manager, Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager.
3. If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company
policies or procedures, please contact the Lincoln Mercury Customer
Relationship Center at 1-800-521-4140.
Away from home
If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when
your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the authorized
dealer could provide, after following the steps described above, contact
the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to
help you.
In the United States:
Ford Motor Company
Customer Relationship Center
P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, MI 48121
1-800-392-3673 (FORD)
(TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952)
www.customersaskford.com
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In Canada:
Customer Relationship Centre
Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited
P.O. Box 2000
Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4
1-800-565-3673 (FORD)
www.ford.ca
If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle
needs service, or if you need more help than the authorized dealer could
provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford
Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to help you.
In the United States:
Ford Motor Company
Customer Relationship Center
P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, MI 48121
1-800-521-4140
(TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952)
www.customersaskford.com
In Canada:
Lincoln Centre
Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited
P.O. Box 2000
Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4
1-800-387-9333
www.lincolncanada.com
In order to help you service your Lincoln vehicle, please have the
following information available when contacting the Lincoln Centre:
•Your telephone number (home and business)
•The name of the authorized dealer and the city where the authorized
dealer is located
•The year and make of your vehicle
•The date of vehicle purchase
•The current odometer reading
•The vehicle identification number (VIN)
Additional Assistance
If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wish
to contact the Better Business Bureau (BBB) AUTO LINE program (U.S.
only).
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BATTERY
Your vehicle is equipped with a
Motorcraft maintenance-free battery
which normally does not require
additional water during its life of
service.
However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the
battery electrolyte level. Refer toscheduled maintenance information
for the service interval schedules.
Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the “level indicator”.
Do not overfill the battery cells.
If the electrolyte level in the battery is low, you can add plain tap water
to the battery, as long as you do not use hard water (water with a high
mineral or alkali content). If possible, however, try to only fill the battery
cells with distilled water. If the battery needs water often, have the
charging system checked.
If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled
after the battery has been cleaned or replaced.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and
dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to
the battery terminals.
If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cables
from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize the
acid with a solution of baking soda and water.
Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause
personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted
substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery,
always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper
ventilation.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................59
Air cleaner filter .......................254
Air conditioning ....................39, 41
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................118, 127, 129
and child safety seats ............120
description ..............118, 127, 129
disposal ....................................132
driver airbag ............120, 127, 130
indicator light .................126, 132
operation .................120, 127, 130
passenger airbag .....120, 127, 130
side airbag ...............................127
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................181
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................234
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................171–172
Anti-theft system ..................92, 95
arming the system ....................95
disarming a triggered
system .......................................96
triggering ...................................96
Audio system (see Radio) ...16, 19
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ....................251–252
fluid, checking ................251–252
fluid, refill capacities ..............255
fluid, specification ..................259
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................176, 178
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........257
B
Battery .......................................232acid, treating emergencies .....232
jumping a disabled battery ....203
maintenance-free ....................232
replacement, specifications ...254
servicing ..................................232
BeltMinder .................................113
Brakes ........................................171
anti-lock ...........................171–172
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............172
fluid, checking and adding ....251
fluid, refill capacities ..............255
fluid, specifications .........257, 259
lubricant specifications ..257, 259
parking ....................................172
shift interlock ..........................175
Bulbs ............................................49
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....255
Cargo net .....................................79
Cassette tape player ...................16
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................197
Child safety restraints ..............133
child safety belts ....................133
Child safety seats ......................136
attaching with tether straps ..140
in front seat ............................137
in rear seat ..............................137
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............220
instrument panel ....................221
interior .....................................222
interior trim ............................222
plastic parts ............................220
washing ....................................218
waxing .....................................219
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wheels ......................................219
wiper blades ............................221
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......39, 41
Clock ............................................56
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................20
AM/FM/CD .................................16
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................72
Console ........................................56
overhead ..............................55–56
Controls
power seat ...............................100
steering column ........................64
Coolant
checking and adding ..............234
refill capacities ................239, 255
specifications ..................257, 259
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................61
Cupholder(s) .............................104
Customer Assistance ................188
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................215
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............216
Getting roadside assistance ...188
Getting the service you
need .........................................211
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................216
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............214
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................47Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................251–252
engine oil .................................229
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........257
Driving under special
conditions ..........................182, 185
sand .........................................183
snow and ice ...........................186
through water .................184, 187
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Electronic message center .........70
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................203
Emission control system ..........248
Engine ........................................259
cleaning ...................................220
coolant .....................................234
idle speed control ...................232
lubrication
specifications ..................257, 259
refill capacities ........................255
service points ..........................227
starting after a collision .........190
Engine block heater .................171
Engine oil ..................................229
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................229
checking and adding ..............229
dipstick ....................................229
filter, specifications ........231, 254
recommendations ...................231
refill capacities ........................255
specifications ..................257, 259
Exhaust fumes ..........................171
F
Fluid capacities .........................255
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