With your Mondeo signaling devices, you inform other road users of your intentions. If, for example, you want to change direction, then turn on the direction indicator, when you press the brake pedal, the rear driver observes automatically appearing «red» lights. Before you overtake the vehicle in front outside the settlement, you signal him with a sound signal. In addition to those listed, other alarm systems can be found in your Mondeo.
Must be in public traffic - horn and hazard warning lights
Technical requirements for the operation of trackless transport (StVZO) require that every car has an audible alarm. In addition, the legislator «insists» with a hazard warning light that will keep your Mondeo safe in an emergency at the push of a button. Since such a system must be ready for operation at any time, it «suspended» to protect against possible short circuits directly to the electric circuit of the battery (terminal 30). In contrast, the turn signal system depends on the voltage at terminal 15 (ignition). However, before driving off, check your Mondeo's signaling devices.
Hazard Light System
- With the ignition off, turn on the hazard warning system. All six direction indicators - together with the control light on the switch - should flash in the same rhythm.
Direction indicators
- Turn on the ignition and press the turn signal lever. All indicators of the corresponding side of the vehicle must flash in the same rhythm, as well as the indicator lamp on the instrument panel.
Brake lights
- Put your car «backwards» to the wall and then press the brake pedal - the wall should reflect the light of the brake lights. Similarly, you can check their functioning when standing in «line» cars. Take a look in the rear view mirror for reflections «burning» brake lights in the headlights or on the polish of the rear car.
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