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Entertainment Systems Remote control 1. REV (REVERSE) control Press to reverse the direction of the DVD movie. 2. FWD (FORWARD) control Press to advance the direction of the DVD movie. 3. PLAY/STOP control When playing, press PLAY/STOP to stop the disc. When stopped, press PLAY/STOP to play the disc. 4. SEEK control ) or advance ( ) the chapter of the DVD or the Press to reverse ( track of the CD. 5. DISP (DISPLAY) control Press to enable the on screen display of the player's menu and display settings. Once the display is on, use SEEK to highlight the desired screen setting. 6. ENTER /MEMORY control In DVD playback mode, press the control to select a highlighted item from the menu. In stop mode, press the control to select the next audio memory preset. 35 2007 Montego (mgo) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

Section	Page
Table of Contents	1
Introduction	4
CONGRATULATIONS	4
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION	5
Warning symbols in this guide	5
Warning symbols on your vehicle	5
Protecting the environment	5
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE	5
SPECIAL NOTICES	6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty	6
Special instructions	6
Service Data Recording	6
Event Data Recording	6
Cell phone use	7
Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information	7
Instrument Cluster	10
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES	10
GAUGES	14
Entertainment Systems	16
AUDIO SYSTEMS	16
AM/FM stereo/ single CD Satellite Compatible Sound System (if equipped)	16
Premium/Audiophile In-Dash Six CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible Sound System (if equipped)	21
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION	26
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	27
Navigation system (if equipped)	30
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	31
	31
DVD player controls	31
DVD control features	32
Menu control	32
Next/Previous control	33
REV/FWD control	33
Enter control	33
CD play mode	34
Slow play mode	34
User menu mode	34
Remote control	35
Dual play mode	36
Single play mode	36
Battery replacement	37
Parental control	37
Wireless headphone operation	38
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) flip-down screen	39
Playback and format	39
Saving MP3 files	40
Family Entertainment DVD System protection circuits	40
High temperature sensor circuit	40
Operating	40
Inserting a CD/DVD	41
Removing a CD/DVD (while playing)	41
Playing an auxiliary device	41
On-screen indicators	42
Safety information	42
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance	43
Care and service of the DVD player	44
Environmental extremes	44
Temperature extremes	44
Humidity and moisture condensation	44
Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen	44
Foreign substances	45
Cleaning compact discs	45
Cleaning the DVD player	45
Climate Controls	46
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	46
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with heated seats (if equipped)	48
Operating tips	50
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER	51
Lights	52
HEADLAMP CONTROL	52
Autolamp control (if equipped)	52
Autolamps - Programmable exit delay	52
Foglamp control (if equipped)	53
High beams	53
Flash to pass	53
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	54
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	54
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS	54
Vertical aim adjustment	54
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	56
INTERIOR LAMPS	56
Dome lamps and map lamps	56
BULB REPLACEMENT	56
Headlamp Condensation	56
Using the right bulbs	57
Replacing the interior bulbs	57
Replacing exterior bulbs	57
Replacing headlamp bulbs	57
Replacing HID headlamp bulbs	58
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs	58
Replacing front sidemarker bulbs	58
Replacing turn signal lamp/backup lamp bulbs	59
Replacing brake and tail lamp bulbs	59
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs	59
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs	60
Replacing foglamp bulbs	60
Driver Controls	61
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER	61
TILT STEERING WHEEL	62
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR	62
INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT	63
OVERHEAD CONSOLE	63
Storage compartment	63
CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED)	63
CENTER CONSOLE	64
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)	64
POWER WINDOWS	65
One touch up or down	65
Window lock	66
Bounce-Back (Driver’s window only)	66
Security Override	66
Accessory delay	67
AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)	67
EXTERIOR MIRRORS	67
Power side view mirrors	67
Fold-away mirrors	68
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)	68
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)	68
SPEED CONTROL	69
Setting speed control	69
Disengaging speed control	70
Resuming a set speed	70
Increasing speed while using speed control	70
Reducing speed while using speed control	71
Turning off speed control	71
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS	72
Radio control features	72
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)	72
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	74
Programming	74
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming	76
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System	77
Erasing HomeLink buttons	77
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button	77
MESSAGE CENTER	78
Selectable features	78
Reset	78
Info menu	78
Odometer/Trip odometer	78
Distance to empty (DTE)	78
Average fuel economy (AFE)	79
Fuel Used	79
Trip elapsed drive time	80
Compass display	80
Compass zone adjustment	80
Compass calibration adjustment	81
Setup menu	82
Language	82
Units (English/Metric)	83
System check	83
System warnings	83
INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL	87
CARGO AREA FEATURES	87
Cargo net (if equipped)	87
Locks and Security	88
KEYS	88
POWER DOOR LOCKS	88
Smart locks	88
Autolock	88
Deactivating/activating autolock	89
Power door unlock/lock procedure	89
Keyless entry key pad procedure	89
Power door lock/unlock inhibit feature	90
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS	91
INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE	91
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM	93
Unlocking the doors	93
Locking the doors	94
Sounding a panic alarm	94
Opening the trunk	94
Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)	94
Activating the memory seat feature	95
Replacing the battery	95
Replacing lost remote entry transmitters	96
How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters	96
Illuminated entry	97
Battery saver	98
Illuminated exit	98
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM	99
Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory seats, mirrors and pedals	99
Erasing personal code	100
Anti-scan feature	100
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry	100
SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM	100
Anti-theft indicator	101
Automatic arming	101
Automatic disarming	102
Replacement keys	102
Programming spare keys	102
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	104
Arming the system	104
Disarming the system	105
Triggering the anti-theft system	105
Seating and Safety Restraints	106
SEATING	106
Adjustable head restraints	106
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)	107
Folding down the front passenger seatback	107
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)	108
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)	108
Heated seats (if equipped)	110
Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)	111
REAR SEATS	111
Head restraints (if equipped)	111
Split-folding rear seat	112
Seat mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment (if equipped)	113
SAFETY RESTRAINTS	113
Personal Safety System	113
How does the Personal Safety System work?	114
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints	114
Front crash severity sensor	114
Driver’s seat position sensor	115
Front passenger sensing system	115
Front safety belt usage sensors	115
Front safety belt pretensioners	116
Front safety belt energy management retractors	116
Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational	116
Safety belt precautions	117
Combination lap and shoulder belts	118
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard	118
Vehicle sensitive mode	119
Automatic locking mode	119
When to use the automatic locking mode	119
How to use the automatic locking mode	119
How to disengage the automatic locking mode	120
Safety belt height adjustment	120
Safety belt pretensioner	121
Safety belt extension assembly	121
Safety belt maintenance	121
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	122
Conditions of operation	122
BeltMinder	123
One time disable	125
Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature	125
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)	127
Important supplemental restraint system precautions	127
Children and airbags	129
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?	129
Front passenger sensing system	131
Determining if the system is operational	135
Seat-mounted side airbag system (if equipped)	136
How does the side airbag system work?	137
Safety Canopy system (if equipped)	138
How does the Safety Canopy system work?	139
Determining if the system is operational	141
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles	141
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN	141
Important child restraint precautions	141
Children and safety belts	142
Child booster seats	142
When children should use booster seats	143
Types of booster seats	143
The importance of shoulder belts	144
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN	145
Child and infant or child safety seats	145
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts	146
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps	149
Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors	151
Tires, Wheels and Loading	153
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING	153
Treadwear	153
Traction AA A B C	153
Temperature A B C	154
TIRES	154
Glossary of tire terminology	154
INFLATING YOUR TIRES	155
TIRE CARE	157
Inspecting your tires	157
Tire wear	158
Damage	158
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	158
Tire Replacement Requirements	159
Safety practices	160
Highway hazards	160
Tire and wheel alignment	160
Tire rotation	161
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL	162
Information on “P” type tires	163
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	166
Information on “T” type tires	167
Location of the tire label	167
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS	167
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER	168
TRAILER TOWING	174
Preparing to tow	174
Hitches	174
Safety chains	174
Trailer brakes	175
Trailer lamps	175
Driving while you tow	175
Servicing after towing	175
Trailer towing tips	175
RECREATIONAL TOWING	176
Driving	177
STARTING	177
Positions of the ignition	177
Starting your vehicle	177
Important safety precautions	178
Starting the engine	179
Guarding against exhaust fumes	180
Important ventilating information	180
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)	180
BRAKES	180
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)	180
Using ABS	181
ABS warning lamp	181
Parking brake	181
TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	182
STEERING	183
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OPERATION	184
Brake-shift interlock	184
Understanding the gearshift positions of the Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT) (if equipped)	185
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transaxle (if equipped)	187
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	188
ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	190
Driving off-highway with AWD vehicles	190
Basic operating principles	191
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	191
If your vehicle gets stuck	191
Emergency maneuvers	192
AWD Systems (if equipped)	192
Sand	192
Mud and water	193
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	194
Driving on snow and ice	195
Maintenance and Modifications	195
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	196
Roadside Emergencies	197
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE	197
Getting roadside assistance	197
Using roadside assistance	198
Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty	198
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL	199
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH	199
FUSES AND RELAYS	200
Fuses	200
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	200
Passenger compartment fuse panel/Smart Junction Box (SJB)	201
Power distribution box	203
CHANGING THE TIRES	206
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	207
Removing the spare tire and jack	209
Tire change procedure	209
Stowing the tire and jack	212
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS	213
JUMP STARTING	213
Preparing your vehicle	214
Connecting the jumper cables	214
Jump starting	216
Removing the jumper cables	217
WRECKER TOWING	219
Customer Assistance	221
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	221
At home	221
Away from home	221
Additional Assistance	222
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)	223
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)	224
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)	225
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN	225
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	226
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	227
Obtaining a French owner’s guide	227
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)	227
Cleaning	228
WASHING THE EXTERIOR	228
WAXING	228
PAINT CHIPS	229
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS	229
ENGINE	229
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS	230
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES	230
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS	231
INTERIOR TRIM	232
INTERIOR	232
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)	232
UNDERBODY	233
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS	233
Maintenance and Specifications	235
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS	235
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE	235
Working with the engine off	235
Working with the engine on	235
OPENING THE HOOD	236
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT	237
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID	238
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES	239
ENGINE OIL	239
Checking the engine oil	239
Adding engine oil	241
Engine oil and filter recommendations	242
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil.	242
BATTERY	243
ENGINE COOLANT	245
Checking engine coolant	245
Adding engine coolant	246
Recycled engine coolant	250
Coolant refill capacity	250
Severe climates	250
FUEL FILTER	251
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS	251
Important safety precautions	251
Refueling	253
Fuel Filler Cap	253
Choosing the right fuel	254
Octane recommendations	254
Fuel quality	255
Cleaner air	255
Running out of fuel	255
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY	256
Measuring techniques	256
Filling the tank	256
Calculating fuel economy	257
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits	257
Habits	257
Maintenance	258
Conditions	258
EPA window sticker	259
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM	259
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)	260
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing	261
POWER STEERING FLUID	261
BRAKE FLUID	262
TRANSAXLE FLUID	262
Checking automatic transaxle fluid—CVT transaxle	262
Checking 6–speed automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)	263
Checking automatic transmission fluid at operating temperature (158°F-176°F [70°C-80°C])	263
Checking automatic transmission fluid at cool temperature (32°F-81°F [17°C-27°C])	264
Low fluid level	264
High fluid level	264
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels	264
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS	265
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES	266
ENGINE DATA	268
Engine drivebelt routing	268
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE	269
Safety Compliance Certification Label	269
Vehicle identification number (VIN)	269
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS	270
Accessories	271
GENUINE MERCURY ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE	271
Exterior style	271
Interior style	272
Lifestyle	272
Peace of mind	272