Table Of Contents - Mercury Montego 2007s Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
Introduction4
Safety And Environment Protection5
Protecting The Environment5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle5
Special Instructions6
Service Data Recording6
Event Data Recording6
Cell Phone Use7
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary8
Instrument Cluster10
Warning Lights And Chimes10
Check Engine10
Check Fuel Cap11
Brake System Warning Light11
Anti-Lock Brake System11
Airbag Readiness11
Safety Belt12
Charging System12
Engine Oil Pressure12
Engine Coolant Level12
Speed Control13
Low Washer Fluid13
Door Ajar13
Throttle Control/Transmission13
Gauges14
Speedometer14
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge14
Fuel Gauge15
Tachometer15
Odometer15
Trip Odometer15
Entertainment Systems16
Am/Fm Stereo With Cd16
Am/Fm Stereo/ Single Cd Satellite Compatible Sound System16
Accessory Delay16
Speed Sensitive Volume18
Am/Fm Stereo With In-Dash Six Cd21
General Audio Information26
Radio Frequencies26
Radio Reception Factors26
Cd/Cd Player Care26
Satellite Radio Information27
Satellite Radio Channels27
Satellite Radio Reception Factors27
Sirius Satellite Radio Service28
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (Esn)28
Family Entertainment Dvd System31
Dvd Player Controls31
Dvd Control Features32
Menu Control32
Next/Previous Control33
Rev/Fwd Control33
Enter Control33
Cd Play Mode34
Slow Play Mode34
User Menu Mode34
Remote Control35
Dual Play Mode36
Single Play Mode36
Battery Replacement37
Parental Control37
Wireless Headphone Operation38
Liquid Crystal Display (Lcd) Flip-Down Screen39
Playback And Format39
Saving Mp3 Files40
Family Entertainment Dvd System Protection Circuits40
High Temperature Sensor Circuit40
Inserting A Cd/Dvd41
Removing A Cd/Dvd (While Playing)41
Playing An Auxiliary Device41
On-Screen Indicators42
Safety Information42
Care And Service Of The Dvd Player44
Environmental Extremes44
Temperature Extremes44
Humidity And Moisture Condensation44
Foreign Substances45
Cleaning Compact Discs45
Cleaning The Dvd Player45
Climate Controls46
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control46
Dual Temperature Control47
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control With Heated Seats48
Operating Tips50
To Aid In Side Window Defogging/Demisting In Cold Weather50
Rear Window Defroster51
Lights52
Headlamp Control52
Autolamp Control52
Autolamps - Programmable Exit Delay52
Foglamp Control53
High Beams53
Flash To Pass53
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)54
Panel Dimmer Control54
Aiming The Headlamps54
Vertical Aim Adjustment54
Turn Signal Control56
Interior Lamps56
Dome Lamps And Map Lamps56
Bulb Replacement56
Using The Right Bulbs57
Replacing The Interior Bulbs57
Replacing Exterior Bulbs57
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs57
Replacing Hid Headlamp Bulbs58
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs58
Replacing Front Sidemarker Bulbs58
Replacing Turn Signal Lamp/Backup Lamp Bulbs59
Replacing Brake And Tail Lamp Bulbs59
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs59
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs60
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs60
Driver Controls61
Multi-Function Lever61
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control61
Mist Function61
Tilt Steering Wheel62
Illuminated Visor Mirror62
Slide On Rod Feature62
Steering Wheel Adjustment62
Instrument Panel Storage Compartment63
Overhead Console63
Storage Compartment63
Clock63
Center Console64
Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)64
Cigar/Cigarette Lighter64
Power Windows65
One Touch Up Or Down65
Window Lock66
Bounce-Back (Driver's Window Only)66
Security Override66
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror67
Exterior Mirrors67
Power Side View Mirrors67
Fold-Away Mirrors68
Heated Outside Mirrors68
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals68
Memory Feature69
Setting Speed Control69
Disengaging Speed Control70
Resuming A Set Speed70
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control70
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control71
Turning Off Speed Control71
Steering Wheel Controls72
Radio Control Features72
Moon Roof72
To Open The Moon Roof73
To Close The Moon Roof73
Bounce Back73
Bounce Back Override73
Homelink Wireless Control System74
Programming74
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming76
Operating The Homelink Wireless Control System77
Erasing Homelink Buttons77
Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button77
Message Center78
Selectable Features78
Odometer/Trip Odometer78
Distance To Empty (Dte)78
Average Fuel Economy (Afe)79
Fuel Used79
Trip Elapsed Drive Time80
Compass Display80
Compass Zone Adjustment80
Compass Calibration Adjustment81
Setup Menu82
Language82
Units (English/Metric)83
System Check83
System Warnings83
Interior Trunk Control87
Cargo Area Features87
Cargo Net87
Locks And Security88
Keys88
Power Door Locks88
Smart Locks88
Deactivating/Activating Autolock89
Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure89
Keyless Entry Key Pad Procedure89
Power Door Lock/Unlock Inhibit Feature90
Childproof Door Locks91
Interior Luggage Compartment Release91
Remote Entry System93
Unlocking The Doors93
Locking The Doors94
Sounding A Panic Alarm94
Opening The Trunk94
Memory Seats/Power Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals94
Activating The Memory Seat Feature95
Replacing The Battery95
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters96
How To Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters96
Illuminated Entry97
Battery Saver98
Illuminated Exit98
Keyless Entry System99
Erasing Personal Code100
Anti-Scan Feature100
Unlocking And Locking The Doors Using Keyless Entry100
Passive Anti-Theft System100
Anti-Theft Indicator101
Automatic Arming101
Automatic Disarming102
Replacement Keys102
Programming Spare Keys102
Perimeter Alarm System104
Arming The System104
Disarming The System105
Triggering The Anti-Theft System105
Adjustable Head Restraints106
Seating And Safety Restraints106
Using The Manual Lumbar Support107
Folding Down The Front Passenger Seatback107
Adjusting The Front Manual Seat108
Adjusting The Front Power Seat108
Heated Seats110
Head Restraints111
Split-Folding Rear Seat112
Seat Mounted Cup Holders And Armrest Storage Compartment113
Safety Restraints113
Personal Safety System113
How Does The Personal Safety System Work?114
Driver And Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints114
Front Crash Severity Sensor114
Driver's Seat Position Sensor115
Front Passenger Sensing System115
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors115
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners116
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors116
Determining If The Personal Safety System Is Operational116
Safety Belt Precautions117
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts118
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard118
Vehicle Sensitive Mode119
Automatic Locking Mode119
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode119
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode119
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode120
Safety Belt Height Adjustment120
Safety Belt Pretensioner121
Safety Belt Extension Assembly121
Safety Belt Maintenance121
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime122
Conditions Of Operation122
Beltminder123
One Time Disable125
Deactivating/Activating The Beltminder Feature125
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)127
Important Supplemental Restraint System Precautions127
Children And Airbags129
How Does The Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?129
If The Airbag Readiness Lamp Is Lit135
Determining If The System Is Operational135
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System136
How Does The Side Airbag System Work?137
Safety Canopy System138
How Does The Safety Canopy System Work?139
Disposal Of Airbags And Airbag Equipped Vehicles141
Safety Restraints For Children141
Important Child Restraint Precautions141
Children And Safety Belts142
Child Booster Seats142
When Children Should Use Booster Seats143
Types Of Booster Seats143
The Importance Of Shoulder Belts144
Safety Seats For Children145
Child And Infant Or Child Safety Seats145
Tires, Wheels And Loading153
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading153
Treadwear153
Traction Aa A B C153
Temperature A B C154
Tires154
Glossary Of Tire Terminology154
Inflating Your Tires155
Tire Inflation155
Tire Care157
Inspecting Your Tires157
Tire Wear158
Damage158
U.s. Dot Tire Identification Number (Tin)158
Tire Replacement Requirements159
Safety Practices160
Highway Hazards160
Tire And Wheel Alignment160
Tire Rotation161
Information Contained On The Tire Sidewall162
Information on "P" Type Tires163
Information on "T" Type Tires167
Location Of The Tire Label167
Snow Tires And Chains167
Vehicle Loading – With And Without A Trailer168
Base Curb Weight168
Vehicle Curb Weight169
Payload169
Cargo Weight170
Gawr (Gross Axle Weight Rating)171
Gvw (Gross Vehicle Weight)171
Gcw (Gross Combined Weight172
Gcwr (Gross Combined Weight Rating)172
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight172
Steps For Determining The Correct Load Limit172
Trailer Towing174
Preparing To Tow174
Hitches174
Safety Chains174
Trailer Brakes175
Trailer Lamps175
Driving While You Tow175
Servicing After Towing175
Recreational Towing176
Front Wheel Drive (Fwd) Vehicles176
All Wheel Drive (Awd) Vehicles176
Driving177
Starting177
Positions Of The Ignition177
Starting Your Vehicle177
Important Safety Precautions178
Starting The Engine179
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes180
Important Ventilating Information180
Engine Block Heater180
Brakes180
Using Abs181
Abs Warning Lamp181
Parking Brake181
Traction Control182
Steering183
Automatic Transaxle Operation184
Brake-Shift Interlock184
Transmission Operation184
Reverse Sensing System188
All Wheel Drive (Awd) System190
Driving Off-Highway With Awd Vehicles190
Basic Operating Principles191
If Your Vehicle Goes Off The Edge Of The Pavement191
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck191
Emergency Maneuvers192
Awd Systems192
Mud And Water193
Driving On Hilly Or Sloping Terrain194
Driving On Snow And Ice195
Maintenance And Modifications195
Driving Through Water196
Roadside Emergencies197
Getting Roadside Assistance197
Using Roadside Assistance198
Hazard Flasher Switch199
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch199
Fuses And Relays200
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color200
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel/Smart Junction Box (Sjb)201
Power Distribution Box203
Changing The Tires206
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information207
Removing The Spare Tire And Jack209
Tire Change Procedure209
Stowing The Tire And Jack212
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications213
Jump Starting213
Preparing Your Vehicle214
Connecting The Jumper Cables214
Removing The Jumper Cables217
Wrecker Towing219
Customer Assistance221
Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)227
Cleaning228
Washing The Exterior228
Exterior Chrome228
Waxing228
Paint Chips229
Aluminum Wheels And Wheel Covers229
Engine229
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts230
Windows And Wiper Blades230
Instrument Panel And Cluster Lens231
Interior Trim232
Interior232
Leather Seats232
Underbody233
Ford And Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products233
Maintenance And Specifications235
Service Recommendations235
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle235
Working With The Engine Off235
Opening The Hood236
Engine Compartment237
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment237
3.0L Dohc V6 Duratec Engine237
Windshield Washer Fluid238
Changing The Wiper Blades239
Checking The Engine Oil239
Adding Engine Oil241
Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations242
Battery243
Checking Engine Coolant245
Adding Engine Coolant246
Recycled Engine Coolant250
Coolant Refill Capacity250
Severe Climates250
Fuel Filter251
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels251
Fuel Information251
Refueling253
Fuel Filler Cap253
Choosing The Right Fuel254
Octane Recommendations254
Fuel Quality255
Cleaner Air255
Running Out Of Fuel255
Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy256
Measuring Techniques256
Filling The Tank256
Calculating Fuel Economy257
Driving Style — Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits257
Habits257
Maintenance258
Conditions258
Epa Window Sticker259
Emission Control System259
On Board Diagnostics (Obd-Ii)260
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing261
Power Steering Fluid261
Brake Fluid262
Transaxle Fluid262
Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid—Cvt Transaxle262
Checking 6–Speed Automatic Transmission Fluid263
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid At Operating Temperature263
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid At Cool Temperature264
Low Fluid Level264
High Fluid Level264
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels264
Motorcraft Part Numbers265
Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities266
Engine Data268
Engine Drivebelt Routing268
Identifying Your Vehicle269
Safety Compliance Certification Label269
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)269
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations270
Accessories271
Index273