Ford Mondeo 4 Owners Manual

							28Depress and twist the appropriate bulb to
remove it from the bulbholder (see
illustrations).
29Fit the new bulb using a reversal of the
removal procedure. Make sure that the rear
light cluster is fully inserted.
Number plate light
30Remove the cross-head screws from the
number plate light, and remove the light unit
(see illustration).
31Release the festoon-type bulb from the
contact springs (see illustration).
32Fit the new bulb using a reversal of the
removal procedure. Make sure that the
tension of the contact springs is sufficient to
hold the bulb firmly.
12•10 Body electrical system
5.26B  . . . and unclip the trim cover5.27A  Pressing the two plastic locking
tabs together (Estate)
5.30  Remove the cross-head screws . . .5.31  . . . for access to the festoon-type
bulb
5.27B  Removing the rear light cluster
(Estate)
5.28A  Removing a bulb from the rear light
cluster bulbholder
5.27C  Removing the rear light cluster
(Saloon)
5.28B  Bulb positions in the rear light cluster 
						

							Engine compartment light
1With the bonnet open, pull the wedge-type
bulb from the bulbholder.
2Fit the new bulb using a reversal of the
removal procedure.
Interior lights
3Switch off the interior light by locating the
switch in its middle position.
4Using a small screwdriver, carefully prise
out the light or bulb cover, as applicable (see
illustration).
5Lift up the reflector, then release the
festoon-type bulb from the contact springs
(see illustration).
6Fit the new bulb using a reversal of the
removal procedure. Make sure that the
tension of the contact springs is sufficient to
hold the bulb firmly.
Reading light
7With the reading light switched off, prise
out the light using a small screwdriver.
8Hinge back the contact plate, and release
the festoon-type bulb from the contact
springs.9Fit the new bulb using a reversal of the
removal procedure. Make sure that the
tension of the contact springs is sufficient to
hold the bulb firmly.
Instrument panel illumination and
warning lights
10Remove the instrument panel as
described in Section 10.
11Twist the bulbholder anti-clockwise to
remove it (see illustration).
12Fit the new bulbholder using a reversal of
the removal procedure.
Foglight warning indicator
13Using a screwdriver, prise out the
indicator from the facia, and disconnect the
multi-plug.
14Twist the bulbholder anti-clockwise with
the screwdriver, and remove it (see
illustration).
15Fit the new bulb using a reversal of the
removal procedure.
Hazard warning light
16Pull the cover directly up from the switch,
then remove the bulb (see illustrations).
17Fit the new bulb using a reversal of the
removal procedure.
Glovebox light
18Open the glovebox, then pull out the
wedge-type bulb from the light located under
the upper edge.
Heater fan switch illumination
19Pull off the switch knob, then depress and
twist the bulb to remove it.
Automatic transmission selector
panel illumination
20Disconnect the battery negative (earth)
lead (refer to Chapter 5, Section 1).
21Remove the ashtray.
22Select Neutral, then prise out the panel
from the centre console.
23Disconnect the multi-plug from the
overdrive control switch.
24Disconnect the bulbholder and pull out
the wedge-type bulb.
25Fit the new bulb using a reversal of the
removal procedure.
Interior door handle illumination
26Disconnect the battery negative (earth)
lead (refer to Chapter 5, Section 1).
27Remove the door interior trim panel as
described in Chapter 11.
28Using a knife, cut free the foam
watershield for access to the rear of the
interior door handle.
29Pull out the bulbholder and remove the
bulb.
Clock illumination
30Disconnect the battery negative (earth)
lead (refer to Chapter 5, Section 1).
31Remove the clock as described in Sec-
tion 13.
6 Bulbs (interior lights) - renewal
Body electrical system  12•11
12
6.14  Removing the bulb from the foglight
warning indicator6.16A  Pull off the hazard warning light
cover . . .6.16B  . . . and remove the bulb
6.4  Prise out the interior light with a
screwdriver6.5  Lifting the reflector from the interior
light6.11  Removing a bulb from the rear of the
instrument panel 
						

							32Twist the bulbholder anti-clockwise using
a screwdriver, then remove the bulbholder
from the rear of the clock (see illustrations).
Heater control illumination
33Remove the heater control panel (Chapter
3), then twist the bulbholder anti-clockwise
and remove the bulb from the rear of the
panel.
Removal
1Disconnect the battery negative (earth) lead
(refer to Chapter 5, Section 1).
Headlight unit
2With the bonnet supported in its open
position, loosen (but do not remove) the screw
located above the front direction indicator.
3Withdraw the front direction indicator unit
forwards, and disconnect the wiring multi-
plug. Place the unit to one side.
4Disconnect the wiring multi-plug for the
headlight unit (see illustration).
5Remove the radiator grille as described in
Chapter 11.
6Remove the front bumper as described in
Chapter 11.
7The headlights fitted from new are a single
unit, joined by a plastic back-piece running
across the front of the vehicle. However, if it is
required to renew a headlight unit on one sideonly, the back-piece must first be removed
complete, then cut in half on the bench.
8Unscrew the mounting bolts from each side
of the headlight unit, and withdraw the unit
from the front of the vehicle (see
illustrations). Use a hacksaw to cut through
the centre of the headlight unit (ie between the
two headlights), and obtain a connecting kit
from a Ford dealer to attach the new unit.
9If necessary, the lens may be removed
separately by releasing the clips (see
illustrations). To remove the diffuser, release
the clips, then remove the rubber seal.
Front direction indicator
10With the bonnet supported in its open
position, loosen (but do not remove) the screw
7 Exterior light units - 
removal and refitting
12•12 Body electrical system
6.32A  Twist the bulbholder 
anti-clockwise . . .6.32B  . . . and remove it from the rear of
the clock7.4  Disconnecting the headlight unit
wiring multi-plug
7.8D  Using a hacksaw to cut through the
middle of the headlight back-piece, in
order to fit a new unit7.9A  Release the clips . . .7.9B  . . . and remove the headlight lens
7.8A  Unscrew the outer mounting 
screws . . .7.8B  . . . and inner mounting screws . . .7.8C  . . . and withdraw the headlight unit
assembly 
						

							located above the front direction indicator
(see illustration).
11Withdraw the front direction indicator light
unit.
12Rotate the bulbholder anti-clockwise, and
withdraw it from the light unit. Alternatively,
the wiring plug can be disconnected from the
bulbholder, leaving the bulb in position (see
illustration). Remove the light unit.
Foglight (front)
13Unscrew the cross-head screws securing
the front foglight unit to the valance, and
withdraw the light unit from the valance.
14Prise open the plastic clips, and remove
the rear cover from the light unit.
15Release the spring clips and withdraw the
bulb, then pull off the wiring connector.
Remove the foglight unit.
Rear light cluster
16With the tailgate or bootlid open, unhook
the parcel net (where fitted) from the rear of
the luggage compartment.
17On Saloon and Hatchback models,
remove the screws, release the clips, and
remove the trim panel from the rear cross
panel. On Estate models, it is sufficient to
open the flap.
18Remove the screws, and press the rear
light trim cover from the guides (where
applicable).
19Disconnect the wiring multi-plug.
20Unscrew the four mounting nuts, and
withdraw the light unit from the outside of the
vehicle (see illustrations).
Rear number plate light assembly
21Remove both number plate lights as
described in Section 5.
22With the tailgate or bootlid open, remove
the screws and withdraw the inner trim panel.
23Unscrew the nuts, and remove the outer
cover and number plate base from the
tailgate.
24Disconnect the multi-plug and remove the
light assembly.
Refitting
25Refitting of all the external light units is a
reversal of the removal procedure, noting the
following points:(a) When refitting the rubber seal on the
headlight unit, note that it has a tapered
seat.
(b) If one or both headlights have been
disturbed, have the beam alignment
checked as described in the next Section.
(c) When refitting the rear light cluster, check
the condition of the sealer on the body
panel, and if necessary renew it.
1Accurate adjustment of the headlight beam
is only possible using optical beam-setting
equipment. This work should therefore be
carried out by a Ford dealer, or other service
station with the necessary facilities.
2Temporary adjustment can be made after
renewal of a headlight bulb or unit, or as an
emergency measure if the alignment is
incorrect following accident damage. Turn the
adjustment screws on the top of the headlamp
unit to make the adjustment (see illustration).
3Before making any adjustments to the
settings, it is important that the tyre pressures
are correct, and that the vehicle is standing on
level ground. Bounce the front of the vehicle a
few times to settle the suspension. Ideally,
somebody of average size should sit in the
driver’s seat during the adjustment, and the
vehicle should have a full tank of fuel. Where a
vehicle is fitted with an electrical beam
levelling system, set the switch to the “O”
position before making any adjustments.4Whenever temporary adjustments are
made, the settings must be checked and if
necessary reset by a Ford dealer or other
qualified person as soon as possible.
Removal
1Remove the headlight unit as described in
Section 7, then remove the cover.
2Disconnect the wiring multi-plug from the
motor.
3Rotate the motor upwards approximately
60°, then pull it forwards slightly.
4Disconnect the adjustment spindle by
pressing the ball coupling to one side, away
from the socket on the reflector.
5Withdraw the motor from the headlight unit.
Refitting
6Refitting is a reversal of the removal
procedure, but make sure that the motor is
turned down until it engages the stop.
Removal
1Disconnect the battery negative (earth) lead
(refer to Chapter 5, Section 1).
10 Instrument panel - 
removal and refitting
9 Headlight levelling motor -
removal and refitting
8 Headlight beam alignment-
checking and adjustment
Body electrical system  12•13
12
7.20B  Removing the rear light cluster unit
8.2  Headlight beam setting adjustment
screws
1  Vertical alignment screw
2  Horizontal alignment screw
7.10  Loosen the front direction indicator
retaining screw7.12  Disconnecting the wiring plug from
the indicator bulbholder7.20A  Rear light cluster mounting nuts
(arrowed) 
						

							2Where fitted, remove the clock as
described in Section 13.
3Where fitted, remove the trip computer
module as described in Section 18.
4Remove the heated rear window switch as
described in Section 4.
5Where fitted, remove the heated
windscreen switch.
6Where fitted, remove the display assembly
warning indicator for the foglights (see
illustration).
7Remove any blanking covers from the
unused switch positions (see illustration).
8Prise out the blanking covers, then unscrew
the retaining screws and remove the
instrument panel surround (see illustrations).
9Unscrew the mounting screws, andwithdraw the instrument panel a little way
from the facia (see illustration).
10Disconnect the two multi-plugs from the
rear of the instrument panel (see illustration).
11Withdraw the instrument panel from the
facia, at the same time releasing the
speedometer intermediate cable.
Refitting
12Refitting is a reversal of the removal
procedure.
Removal
1Remove the warning light and illumination
bulbs by twisting them anti-clockwise (see
illustration).
2Carefully prise off the glass and bezel from
the front of the instrument panel, noting the
positions of the retaining lugs (see
illustration).
3Note the positions of the five diffusers, then
remove them from the instrument panel.
4To remove the speedometer head, unscrew
the three mounting screws and withdraw the
head from the housing.
5To remove the tachometer, unscrew the
single screw and withdraw it from the
housing.
11 Instrument panel
components- 
removal and refitting
12•14 Body electrical system
10.6  Removing the foglight warning
indicator10.7  Removing a switch blanking cover10.8A  With the blanking covers removed,
unscrew the concealed screws . . .
10.10  Disconnecting the multi-plugs from
the rear of the instrument panel11.1  Rear view of the instrument panel,
showing bulbholders11.2  Bezel retaining lug on the instrument
panel
10.8C  . . . and lift out the instrument panel
surround10.9  Three of the instrument panel
mounting screws (arrowed)
10.8B  . . . and the remaining screws . . . 
						

							6Similarly remove the fuel gauge and
temperature gauge by unscrewing the single
screws.
7Remove all the pin contacts.
8Using a small punch, push in the multi-plug
securing pins, and remove the multi-plugs.
9Carefully lift the printed circuit from the
location dowels on the housing, taking care
not to damage it.
Refitting
10Refitting is a reversal of the removal
procedure.
Removal
1Remove the windscreen wiper arms as
described in Section 15.
2With the bonnet closed, release the grille
panel upper edge from just in front of the
windscreen, by prising off the caps and
unscrewing the upper retaining screws.
3Open the bonnet, and support with the
stay.
4Pull off the sealing strip from the cross
panel at the rear of the engine compartment.
5Unscrew the lower screws, and remove the
grille panel halves from in front of thewindscreen, withdrawing first one side and
then the other.
6Disconnect the battery negative (earth) lead
(refer to Chapter 5, Section 1).
7Reach in behind the bulkhead. Squeeze the
collar on the upper end of the speedometer
cable, where it is attached to the intermediate
cable from the rear of the speedometer head.
Disconnect the cable, and withdraw it from
the bulkhead inner panel, together with the
rubber grommet (see illustrations).
8Apply the handbrake, jack up the front of
the vehicle and support it on axle stands.
9Unscrew the nut and disconnect the
speedometer cable from the vehicle speed
sensor on the transmission, then withdraw the
cable from within the engine compartment.
Use two spanners to loosen the nut - one to
counterhold the sensor, and the other to
unscrew the cable nut (see illustrations).Refitting
10Refitting is a reversal of the removal
procedure.
Removal
1Disconnect the battery negative (earth) lead
(refer to Chapter 5, Section 1).2Using a small screwdriver, prise the clock
out of the facia (see illustration). To prevent
damage to the facia, place a cloth pad
beneath the screwdriver.
3Disconnect the multi-plug from the rear of
the clock, and withdraw the clock (see
illustration).
Refitting
4Refitting is a reversal of the removal
procedure. Reset the clock on completion.
Removal
1Apply the handbrake, jack up the front of
the vehicle and support it on axle stands.
2Unscrew the bolts, and release the clips
securing the radiator lower cover to the front
of the vehicle.
3Disconnect the wiring from the horn
terminal.
4Unscrew the mounting bolt, and withdraw
the horn with its mounting bracket from under
the vehicle (see illustration).
Refitting
5Refitting is a reversal of the removal
procedure.
14 Horn - removal and refitting
13 Clock- removal and refitting
12 Speedometer drive cable -
removal and refitting
Body electrical system  12•15
12
12.9B  . . . and disconnect the
speedometer cable from the vehicle speed
sensor13.2  Prising the clock out of the facia13.3  Disconnecting the multi-plug from
the rear of the clock
12.7A  Squeeze the collar . . .12.7B  . . . and disconnect the
speedometer main cable from the
intermediate cable12.9A  Unscrew the cable nut . . . 
						

							Removal
1Disconnect the battery negative (earth) lead
(refer to Chapter 5, Section 1). If the windscreen
wiper arms are to be removed, close the bonnet.
2With the wiper(s) “parked” (ie in the normal
at-rest position), mark the positions of the
blade(s) on the screen, using a wax crayon or
strips of masking tape.
3Lift up the plastic cap from the bottom of
the wiper arm, and loosen the nut one or two
turns (see illustration).
4Lift the wiper arm, and release it from the
taper on the spindle by moving it to one side.5Completely remove the nut, and withdraw the
wiper arm from the spindle (see illustration).
Refitting
6Refitting is a reversal of the removal
procedure. Make sure that the arm is fitted in
the previously-noted position.
Removal
1Disconnect the battery negative (earth) lead
(refer to Chapter 5, Section 1).
2Remove the wiper arms as described in
Section 15.
3With the bonnet closed, release the grillepanel upper edge from just in front of the
windscreen, by prising off the caps and
unscrewing the upper retaining screws (see
illustrations).
4Open the bonnet, and support it with the
stay.
5Pull off the bonnet sealing strip from the
cross panel at the rear of the engine
compartment (see illustration).
6Unscrew the lower screws, and remove the
grille panel halves from in front of the
windscreen, withdrawing one side then the
other side (see illustrations).
7Unscrew the mounting bolts securing the
wiper motor and linkage to the bulkhead. On
right-hand-drive models, the linkage is on the
right-hand side of the bulkhead (see
illustration); on left-hand-drive models, it is
on the left-hand side.
16 Windscreen wiper motor and
linkage - removal and refitting
15 Wiper arms- 
removal and refitting
12•16 Body electrical system
14.4  Horn and mounting bracket (arrowed)15.3  Loosening the wiper arm retaining
nut15.5  Removing the wiper arm from the
spindle
16.6A  Unscrew the lower screws . . .16.6B  . . . and remove the grille panel from
in front of the windscreen16.7  Wiper motor mounting bolt locations
(right-hand-drive)
16.3A  Prise off the cap . . .16.3B  . . . and remove the upper retaining
screws16.5  Removing the bonnet sealing strip 
						

							8Disconnect the wiper motor multi-plug.
9Withdraw the wiper motor, complete with
the linkage, from the bulkhead (see
illustration).
10Mark the position of the motor arm on the
mounting plate, then unscrew the centre nut
(see illustration).
11Unscrew the motor mounting bolts, and
separate the motor from the linkage assembly.
Refitting
12Refitting is a reversal of the removal
procedure. There are two tightening torques
for the motor mounting bolts - the lower one
for bolts that are being re-inserted into an old
motor, and the higher ones for bolts that are
being inserted into a new motor. Make sure
that the wiper motor is in its “parked” position
before fitting the motor arm, and check that
the wiper linkage is in line with the motor arm.
Removal
1Disconnect the battery negative (earth) lead
(refer to Chapter 5, Section 1).
2Remove the tailgate wiper arm as
described in Section 15.
3Remove the tailgate inner trim panel by
unscrewing the retaining screws.
4Release the multi-plug from the clip, then
disconnect it (see illustration).5Disconnect the wiper motor earth lead.
6Unscrew the mounting bolts, and remove
the wiper motor from inside the tailgate (see
illustrations).
7Unbolt and remove the mounting plate. If
necessary, remove the mounting rubbers for
renewal (see illustrations).
Refitting
8Refitting is a reversal of the removal
procedure. Make sure that the wiper motor is
in its “parked” position before fitting the wiper
arm.
Removal
1Disconnect the battery negative (earth) lead
(refer to Chapter 5, Section 1).
2Using a small screwdriver, prise the trip
computer module out of the facia. To prevent
damage to the facia, place a cloth pad
beneath the screwdriver.
3Disconnect the multi-plug from the rear of
the trip computer module, and withdraw the
unit.
4If necessary, the bulb can be removed by
twisting it anti-clockwise.
Refitting
5Refitting is a reversal of the removal
procedure.1Some models are fitted with an auxiliary
warning system, which monitors brake lights,
sidelights, dipped beam and tail lights,
external temperature, and door/tailgate/
bootlid opening. An engine oil level warning
light on the instrument panel is also part of the
system.
2The auxiliary warning system module and
graphic warning display are combined into
one unit.
Service interval reminder
3The system also includes a service interval
reminder warning light, which is illuminated if
19 Auxiliary warning system -
general information and
component renewal
18 Trip computer module-
removal and refitting
17 Tailgate wiper motor 
assembly - removal and refitting
Body electrical system  12•17
12
17.6B  . . . and remove the tailgate wiper
motor assembly (Hatchback shown -
Estate similar)17.7A  Tailgate wiper motor assembly and
mounting plate17.7B  A mounting rubber removed from
the mounting plate
17.6A  Unscrew the mounting bolts . . .
16.9  Removing the wiper motor and
linkage16.10  Wiper motor arm and mounting
plate located on the motor17.4  Disconnecting the tailgate wiper
motor multi-plug 
						

							the specified mileage (or time) since the last
service has been reached.
4To reset the service interval system and
turn off the light, a switch inside the glovebox
must be depressed for a minimum of 4
seconds with the ignition switched on. This
should be carried out by a Ford dealer if the
vehicle is still in the warranty period.
Component renewal
5The following paragraphs describe brief
removal procedures for the auxiliary warning
system components. Disconnect the battery
negative (earth) lead before commencing
work (refer to Chapter 5, Section 1). Refitting
procedures are a reversal of removal.
Display warning bulb
6Remove the control assembly.
7Prise off the cover, and pull out the relevant
bulb and bulbholder.
Low air temperature warning sender
unit
8Remove the front bumper.
9Unclip the sender unit and disconnect the
multi-plug (see illustration).
Engine oil level sensor
10Apply the handbrake, jack up the front of
the vehicle and support it on axle stands.
11Place a container beneath the oil level
sensor, to catch any spilt oil.12Unscrew the screws and remove the
cover from the sensor.
13Disconnect the multi-plug.
14Unscrew and remove the sensor, and
remove the seal (see illustration).
Door ajar sensor
15Remove the door lock as described in
Chapter 11, Section 14.
16Unclip the sensor and disconnect the
multi-plug.
Low coolant warning switch
17Refer to Chapter 3, Section 6.
Low washer fluid switch
18Disconnect the multi-plug from the
washer fluid reservoir.
19Drain or syphon out the fluid from the
reservoir.
20Using a screwdriver, lever out the switch
from the reservoir (see illustration).
Service indicator reset switch
21Remove the glove compartment lid as
described in Chapter 11, Section 32.
22Carefully lever out the switch using a
small screwdriver.
23Remove the rear cover and disconnect
the wiring (see illustration).
Control assembly
24Remove the instrument panel surround,
referring to Section 10.25Unscrew the mounting screws,
disconnect the multi-plugs and remove the
assembly.
Bulb failure module
26Remove the lower facia panel from under
the steering wheel.
27Unclip the bulb failure module and
disconnect the multi-plug.
Note: From November 1993, for added
security, a complex Bosch immobiliser system
was fitted to some models. For further details,
refer to your Ford dealer.
1All UK models are fitted with an anti-theft
alarm system, incorporating movement
sensors and an ignition immobiliser. The
system is activated when the vehicle is
locked.
2The system includes a start inhibitor circuit,
which makes it impossible to start the engine
with the system armed.
3The movement sensors consist of two
ultrasonic units, located in the “B” pillars,
incorporating transmitters and receivers (see
illustrations). The receivers check that the
echo frequency matches the original
frequency. If there is any significant
difference, the system triggers the alarm.
20 Anti-theft alarm system- general
information
12•18 Body electrical system
19.9  Low air temperature sender unit
removal
1  Clip     2  Sender unit     3  Multi-plug19.14  Engine oil level sensor removal
1  Cover    2  Multi-plug    3  Sensor    4  Seal19.20  Removing the low washer fluid
switch
19.23  Service indicator switch removal
1  Lever out the switch    2  Cover    3  Wiring20.3A  Disconnecting a movement sensor
multi-plug20.3B  Removing a movement sensor 
						

							4The system module is located on a bracket
beneath the right-hand side of the facia. The
set and reset switches are located in a
housing by the lock barrel holder in the doors,
tailgate or bootlid.
5To allow temporary opening of the tailgate
or bootlid, an inhibit switch is fitted to the lock
barrel. This suppresses the alarm system until
the tailgate or bootlid is closed again.
6Where remote central locking is fitted, an
infra-red receiver is located on the exterior
door handle (see illustration). Note that
excessive heat can destroy this receiver;
therefore, it should be covered with aluminium
tape if (for instance) a paint-drying heat
process is to be used.
7The alarm system is fitted with its own horn.
On Hatchback and Saloon models, it is
located on the left-hand side of the luggage
compartment; on Estate models, it is located
on the right-hand side of the luggage
compartment (see illustration).
8The alarm system incorporates a self-test
function, which can be activated by operating
the bonnet switch or one of the lock position
switches eight times within 10 seconds.
During the check, the horn or buzzer issues
acoustic signals which should occur every
time a door, bonnet or tailgate is opened. If
the doors are double-locked, the signal will
occur when something is moved within the
passenger compartment. A more
comprehensive test can be made using the
Ford FDS 2000 diagnostic tester.
9The door lock switches associated with the
alarm system are located behind the door trim
panels (see illustration).
1Cruise control is available as an option on
some models.
2The cruise control system components are
shown in the accompanying illustration (see
illustration). The system is active at road
speeds between 25 mph and 125 mph.
3The system comprises an electronic speed
control unit with integral actuator and
21 Cruise control system -
general information
Body electrical system  12•19
12
21.2  Cruise control component location on left-hand drive models
1  Speed control unit
2  Vehicle speed sensor (VSS)
3  Throttle valve actuator
4  Interrupt relay (vehicles with traction control 
system only)5  Stop-light switch, brake and clutch pedal-
operated disable switches
6  Driver’s controls (buttons on steering wheel)
20.6  Infra-red receiver location on the
door handle
1  Receiver   2  Infra-red eye on the door handle20.7  Alarm system horn location on
Hatchback and Saloon models20.10  Alarm system door lock switch
removal
1  Clips (arrowed)     2  Multi-plug