The Ford Montego 2005-2007 Service Repair Manual provides comprehensive and detailed information for maintaining and repairing your vehicle. This manual is your ultimate resource for a wide range of repair and service procedures, designed for both the experienced mechanic and the DIY enthusiast. It offers clear and concise step-by-step instructions, supported by numerous illustrations and photographs, making complex tasks easier to understand. The manual covers a wide array of topics, including: * **General Maintenance:** Learn about routine maintenance procedures, such as oil changes, fluid checks, and filter replacements, to ensure your Montego runs smoothly. * **Troubleshooting:** Develop the skills to diagnose and resolve common vehicle issues, saving you time and money on potential repair bills. * **Engine Service & Repair:** Gain a deep understanding of your engine's workings, including disassembly, repair, and reassembly techniques. * **Transmission Service & Repair:** Learn how to maintain and repair your transmission system, ensuring smooth and efficient gear changes. * **Brake System:** Master the principles of braking systems, covering everything from pad replacement to complex system diagnostics. * **Wiring Diagrams:** Navigate the intricacies of your vehicle's electrical system with detailed wiring diagrams, allowing you to troubleshoot and repair electrical malfunctions. * **Electrical System:** Gain insight into the workings of your car's electrical components, including battery replacement, starter and alternator repair, and wiring repair. * **Suspension:** Learn how to maintain and repair your suspension system, ensuring optimal handling and ride quality. * **Periodic Lubrication:** Understand the importance of regular lubrication and learn how to properly lubricate key components for smooth operation. * **Steering:** Discover the workings of your steering system, covering repair and maintenance procedures for a responsive and safe driving experience. * **Cooling System:** Learn how to maintain and repair your cooling system, preventing overheating and ensuring optimal engine performance. * **Fuel Injection:** Gain knowledge about fuel injection systems, enabling you to troubleshoot and repair common fuel injection problems. * **Fuel System:** Understand the intricacies of your fuel system, covering repair and maintenance procedures for optimal fuel efficiency and performance. * **Emission System:** Learn about the emission control system, enabling you to understand its function and perform basic maintenance tasks. * **Heater/Air Conditioning:** Gain insight into the workings of your heating and air conditioning system, enabling you to troubleshoot and repair common problems. * **Engine Control System:** Understand the workings of your engine control system, allowing you to diagnose and resolve common engine performance issues. * **Chassis/Body:** Learn about the structure and repair of your vehicle's chassis and body, covering areas such as rust repair and collision damage. * **Restraint System:** Understand the safety features of your vehicle, including the airbag system, and learn how to properly maintain and repair them. * **Interior:** Gain knowledge about the interior of your vehicle, covering repairs and maintenance procedures for upholstery, trim, and other interior components. * **Differential/Drive:** Learn how to maintain and repair your differential and drive system, ensuring smooth and reliable power transfer to the wheels. * **Axle:** Understand the workings of your vehicle's axle system, covering repair and maintenance procedures for optimal performance and handling. The manual provides a wealth of information, giving you the confidence to tackle various repairs and maintenance tasks, saving you money and enhancing your understanding of your Ford Montego.

The Ford Montego, a mid-size sedan produced from 2005 to 2007, was a rebadged version of the Mazda 6 of the same years. This strategic partnership between Ford and Mazda aimed to leverage the strengths of both companies, offering a well-rounded sedan with a focus on affordability, practicality, and driving dynamics. While the Montego shared its platform and powertrains with the Mazda 6, Ford implemented its own unique styling cues to distinguish it. These included a bolder front grille, redesigned headlights, and a slightly more refined interior. The Montego was available in three trim levels: SE, SEL, and SES, offering a range of features catering to diverse needs. The Montego's powertrain options mirrored those of the Mazda 6, primarily featuring a 2.3L four-cylinder engine for the SE and SEL trims, delivering decent fuel economy and a smooth, responsive driving experience. The SES trim was powered by a more robust 3.0L V6 engine, offering greater power and performance for those seeking a more spirited driving experience. The Montego, despite its shared platform with the Mazda 6, aimed to provide a distinct driving experience emphasizing both comfort and handling. The suspension was tuned for a comfortable ride, while the steering was responsive and predictable, making it a capable and enjoyable car to drive. While boasting a practical and spacious interior with ample passenger room and cargo space, the Montego fell short in safety ratings compared to its Mazda counterpart, highlighting a potential concern for some buyers. Still, the Montego offered a compelling package for its target audience, providing a reliable and well-rounded sedan at a competitive price point.