Contents: Turn on the ignition ↳ Engine speed limiter ↳ Adaptive function of the engine… ↳ Cars with automatic transmission ↳ Starting the engine ↳ Car with automatic transmission ↳
Turn on the ignition
To turn on, turn the ignition key clockwise. The starter should not be kept on for more than 5 seconds (20 seconds on diesel models) at a time.
If the starter needs to be turned on more than once, return the key to position I or 0, then turn the starter on again.
Engine speed limiter
The electronic control system limits engine speed, protecting it from overspeed.
Adaptive function of the engine management system
The Ford engine management system has an adaptive function: it remembers the settings of the engine management parameters taking into account its current technical condition. This allows the system to adapt more quickly to changes in the driving mode and control the engine more effectively. At the same time, all accumulated data stored in the RAM of the ECU disappears when the power supply (battery) is disconnected. In this case, after reconnecting the battery, the engine management system must again adapt to this engine. This occurs over a period of approximately 8 km. During this period, uneven engine operation is possible, but such failures do not mean a breakdown.
Warning: If the engine does not start, see Section 28 for details.
Cars with automatic transmission
The engine can be started when the selector lever is in the "N" or "P" positions. The Ford Mondeo is equipped with an additional device that locks the selector lever. It works when the handle is in the "P" position. After starting the engine, the handle can only be moved by pressing the brake pedal and the locking button.
Starting the engine
Hot/Cold Engine
Press the clutch pedal all the way down and use the starter to start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal.
If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, wait a short time and try again.
If the engine does not start on the third try, wait 10 seconds, then follow the starting procedure described in the "Flooded" engine section (see below).
If the temperature is -25°C and below, to facilitate starting, it is recommended to press the accelerator pedal 1/4-1/2 of the way.
"Choked" engine
If the engine "choked", you need to do the following. Press the clutch pedal all the way down, then slowly - the accelerator pedal. Keeping it pressed all the way down, try to start the engine.
If it does not start, you should repeat the starting procedure described in the chapter "Hot / Cold Engine" (see above).
Car with automatic transmission
The engine can be started when the selector lever is in the "N" or "P" positions.
Warning: Before shifting the selector lever to positions D, R, 2, 1, press the brake pedal, otherwise the car may start moving on its own.
[This article was borrowed from the website: FORDBOOK.RU]