Vehicle Maintenance Ford Mondeo 1

Vehicle maintenance plan

Maintenance should be performed at least once a year. If during this time more than 10,000 km (diesel models) or more than 15,000 km (carburetor engine) have been...

Resetting the service interval indicator

Depending on the model and equipment, an additional signaling system is installed in the car. It controls the operation of the external lighting, indicates the opening...

General information about maintenance

This section describes all maintenance operations that must be carried out according to the maintenance plan. They are divided into individual vehicle components....

Engine and exhaust system

The following points must be carried out according to the maintenance plan: Engine: oil change, visual inspection for oil leaks. Checking the coolant level and...

Engine oil change

To change the engine oil, you will need the following tools: A car pit or a hydraulic repair jack with stands. Special tool for unscrewing the oil filter (oil filter...

Visual inspection for oil leaks

If there are traces of oil on the engine and its consumption is high, check where the leak is coming from. Check the following places: Open the oil filler cap and check...

Checking the engine oil level

The engine oil level should be checked approximately every 1000 km and topped up if necessary. The engine should not consume more than 1 liter of oil per 1000 km. Higher...

Checking the coolant level

The coolant level should be checked at regular intervals - approximately every four weeks - at least before each long journey. To top up - also in warm weather - use a...

Visual inspection of the cooling system for leaks

Check coolant hoses for porosity by bending and squeezing, replace hardened hoses. The hoses should not be too short at the fittings. Check the tightness of the hose...

Antifreeze check

The following test tool is required: A test hydrometer, which can be purchased relatively inexpensively at a parts store or may be available at a gas station. Before the...

Diesel engine: checking and adjusting valve clearances

If this operation is performed incorrectly, serious engine malfunctions may occur. Therefore, strictly follow the valve clearance adjustment method described in Chapter...

Replacing spark plugs and checking electrical components

The special tool required is a 16mm spark plug wrench, which can be purchased at a specialist retailer. The following spare parts need to be purchased: Four spark plugs....

Replacing the air filter insert

No special equipment is required. The following spare parts should be purchased: Air filter insert. When purchasing a bearing insert, make sure it matches your vehicle...

Replacing the fuel filter

No special tool is required. The following spare part is required: Fuel filter for the corresponding engine. When purchasing, please provide the car model and year of...

Checking and replacing the V-belt and toothed belt

Checking the V-belt No special tool is required. Necessary spare parts: V-belt. Its length depends on the engine type. Keep this in mind when purchasing the belt. Too...

Diesel: Tightening the turbocharger and intake manifold bolts

No special tool is required. Remove the air filter, see p. 5.6 . Remove the charge air radiator, see item 1.9 . Caution: Be careful not to damage the O-ring between the...

Diesel Engine: Replacing CVT Filter

No special tool is required. The following spare part is required: CVT filter for diesel engine. The CVT valve "1" is a low pressure valve that is activated by the...

Replacing the pulse air filter

The pulse air filter is mounted in petrol engines on the front side of the engine next to the exhaust manifold. It belongs to the pulse system, in which fresh air is...

Visual inspection of the exhaust system

There is no need for special tools or spare parts. Raise the car. Check the tightness of the installation of the fastening clamps. Inspect the exhaust system with a lamp...

Clutch, gearbox and final drive

Clutch: Check clutch adjustment. Automatic transmission: check the oil level. Manual and automatic transmissions: visual inspection for oil leaks. Vehicle with all-wheel...

Visual inspection of transmission tightness

Oil leaks may occur in the following places: The junction between the engine block and the gearbox (flywheel seal / shaft seal - gearbox). The joint of the gearbox...

Checking the rubber seal of the cardan shaft

Raise the car. Note the visible traces of grease on and around seal "1". Check the strength of the installation of the fastening clamps "2". Inspect the rubber of the...

Automatic transmission: checking the oil level

Must have in stock: Transmission oil for automatic transmission, specification Ford ESP-M2C166-N. Examination Warm up the engine by driving about 20 km so that the...

Adjusting the clutch rod

This requires a special tool. Checking/adjusting is described in the chapter " Clutch ", see p. 9.3 .

Brakes, tires and wheels

Brake system: check the brake fluid level and lining thickness. Brake system: check for leaks and damage to pipes, hoses, brake cylinders and connecting elements. Remove...

Checking the brake fluid level

The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment. It has two chambers, one for each brake circuit. The reservoir screw cap has a ventilation hole, which...

Checking the thickness of brake pads

Mark the position of the disc in relation to the wheel rim with paint to install the balanced wheel in the same position again. Unscrew the wheel nuts. Raise the car and...

Visual inspection of brake lines

Raise the car. Clean the brake lines with cold cleaner. Caution! The brake lines are coated with a synthetic coating to protect them from corrosion. If this coating is...

Replacing brake fluid

Special tool required: Socket wrench for bleed screws. It is necessary to have in stock: brake fluid of specification DOT4, SUPER DOT4 or FORD SAM-6C-9103-A,...

Checking the tread depth of your tires

Tires on balanced wheels, with the prescribed air pressure, correct wheel installation and good shock absorption, wear evenly over the entire tread surface. If tires...

Checking the air pressure in the tires

Check air pressure only when tires are cold. Check your tire pressure once a month and as part of your maintenance. The tire pressure chart is provided in p. 16.1 ....

Checking the tire valve

Unscrew the dust cap from the tire valve. Apply a small amount of soapy water to the valve. If a soap bubble forms, tighten the valve by turning the protective cap....

Steering and front axle

Tie rod ends: check clearance and fastening, as well as dust caps. Axle joints: Check dust caps. Check clearances in axle joints. Steering: Check bellows for damage and...

Checking the dust caps of the steering rods and axle joints

Raise the car from the front. Tie rod joint Axial hinge Shine a light on the dust caps on the right and left and check for damage, paying attention to traces of grease...

Checking the axle joint clearance

Raise the car from the front. Position a suitable lever so that it rests on the inside edge of the rim and on the lower wishbone. Gently push the control arm upward and...

Checking the tie rod bellows

Look out for visible traces of grease (oily dirt) on and around the bellows. Check the tightness of the screw or clamp clamps. Examine the rubber of the bellows with a...

Checking the steering clearance

Set the steering wheel to the center position. Turn the steering wheel to one side or the other while watching the front wheels. The steering wheel should have a maximum...

Checking the Power Steering Oil Level

Must have in stock: ATF oil specification FORD ESP-M2C166-H. Examination Drive about 15 km to allow the engine and steering to reach normal operating temperature. Check...

Electrical equipment system

Lighting: Check all headlights, taillights, turn signals with flashing light, adjust headlights if necessary. Check the operation of all current consumers. Check the...

Checking the battery

Special tool required: Acid-protective grease, such as BOSCH pole grease. Steel wire brush for cleaning poles and terminals. You need to have in stock: distilled water....

Car body and interior

Apply a small amount of multi-purpose grease to the door latches, door locks, lock wedges, bottom and top of the lid lock. Vehicle base protective coating and cavity...




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