Mercury 2004 Monterey Specifications

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 15Entertainment Systems 17AM/FM stereo with CD 17AM/FM stereo cassette with CD

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A wa

• Push again to operate the heated/cooled system at a lower level.• Push again to deactivate.The climate controlled seat systemincludes an air filter

A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is inPark. A memory seat position may be programmed at any time.The memory seat positi

Seat mounted cup holders (if equipped)Deploy by pressing the button ontop of the cupholder.The cupholder is designed to detach from the seat when subj

Adjusting 2nd row seats (if equipped)Lift control to adjust seat forward orbackward.Adjusting second row bucket seat backPull control forward to adjus

Lift the handle located on the rearlower corner of the seat.The seat back will fold flat.Continuing to lift the handle willtumble the seat forward, al

After entering the 3rd row seat,return the seat from the tumbledposition and latch it to the floor.Operate recline control to return theseatback to th

Removal of second row seats from vehicle1. Place seat in tumbled position.(See Accessing 3rd row seat)2. Pull up on front floor releasehandle (yellow)

4. Lift the seat.5. Remove the seat from vehicle.Installation of second row seatsPrior to installation, ensure that the seats are on the correct side

3. Rotate the seat forward until itlatches onto the front pin.4. Rotate seat rearward until theback of the seat latches onto thefloor.5. Operate recli

Stowing the third row seat1. If the comfort guide is on thecenter lap/shoulder belt, slip theguide off the belt and stow theguide in the pocket on the

Check fuel cap: Illuminates whenthe fuel cap may not be properlyinstalled. Continued driving withthis light on may cause the Checkengine warning light

3. Store the tongue of the slidinglatchplate in the belt pocket.4. Store the belt in the housingfound on the ceiling by inserting thesmaller tongue in

5. Push the head restraint release buttons and move the head restraintsfully down. Remove all objects from the seat and stowage tub.6. From the rear o

7. Release the cushion latches by pulling the number 2 strap.8. Pull the number 3 strap on the seat back to tumble seat all the way into the tub in th

Unstowing the third row seatEnsure seat latching area is free of objects.1. Lift the seat out of the tub in thefloor by pulling up on the exposedstrap

Third row seat featuresThe seat is equipped with a reclinefunction to allow for adjustment ofthe seat back for improved comfort.To activate the reclin

2. To access the tailgate function,the seat must be in the seatingposition. If the seat is not in theseating position, follow all the stepsof the ‘Uns

SAFETY RESTRAINTSPersonal Safety SystemThe Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontalcrash protection to front seat occupant

Driver and passenger dual-stage air bag supplemental restraintsThe dual-stage air bags offer the capability to tailor the level of air baginflation en

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.The passenger occupant classific

The Restraints control module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuitsand the circuits for the air bag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s),safety

Safety belt: Reminds you to fastenyour safety belt. A chime will alsosound to remind you to fasten yoursafety belt.Check transaxle: Illuminates whena

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a seat belt.Each seating position in your vehicle has

All restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts.While you are fastened in the seat belt, the combination lap/shoulder beltadjusts

Third row comfort guideThe safety belt for the 3rd rowcenter occupant may be stowed inthe ceiling if it has been detachedfrom the seat to carry large

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition...The safety belt war

If... Then...The driver’s and frontpassenger’s safety belts arebuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition or less than 1-2minutes h

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data)Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are ra

Reasons given... Consider...“I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to infla

To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the BeltMinder feature while driving the vehicle.1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or O

Safety belt maintenanceInspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to ma

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMThe air bag supplemental restraint system is designed to work inconjunction with the safety belts to help protect

Traction Control娂 orAdvanceTrac娂 active (ifequipped): Displays when theTraction Control娂 is active, refer tothe Driving chapter for moreinformation.Tr

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.The National Highway Traffic Saf

Children and air bagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rea

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work?The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainslongitudinal deceleration suff

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation.If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function

For larger children and very small adults, the passenger sensing systemmay leave the air bag system enabled, or turn it OFF. The occupant’sseating pos

the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, then the occupant shouldbe advised to ride in the back seat.After all occupants have adjusted their se

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag SRS, itsfuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag. See yourFord or Lincoln Merc

The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean thatsomething is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces werenot of

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Safety Canopy娂system, its fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on avehicle containing

• Rollover sensor in the restraints control module (RCM).The Safety Canopy娂 system, in combination with seat belts, can helpreduce the risk of severe

Door ajar: Displays which door orthe liftgate is open.Turn signal: Illuminates when theleft or right turn signal or thehazard lights are turned on. If

If the Safety Canopy娂 system has deployed, the SafetyCanopy娂 will not function again unless replaced. TheSafety Canopy娂 system (including the A, B, C,

or younger and who weigh 18 kg [40 lbs] or less) ride in your vehicle,you must put them in safety seats made especially for children. Manystates requi

Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift thechild up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the kneesbend

• Those with a high back.If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boo

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDRENChild and infant or child safety seatsUse a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully fo

• LATCH lower anchors are recommended for use by children up to 22kg (48 pounds) in a child restraint. Top tether anchors can be usedfor children up t

1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt.If you use the 3rd row center seatand the safety belt has beendetac

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear

8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt.9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back to m

Front passenger seating position (manual adjusting seats only)1. Position the child safety seat onthe passenger seat cushion.2. Route the child safety

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtempera

4. Rotate the tether hook, and clipthe tether strap to the seat frame.If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly (as shown) thechild safety seat may no

7. Tighten the child safety seattether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions.Rear seating positionsFollow steps 1–7 as described above for

Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren) attachments for child seat anchorsAll child safety seats have two rigid or w

If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tightenthe tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushionwhe

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. ACC, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. OFF/LOCK, shut

Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage doorbefore you start the en

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced.• If the driver’s safety

Using the engine block heater (if equipped)An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in startingand heater/defroster performance. Use

Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)Your vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). Thissystem helps you maintain steering control

Parking brakeTo set the parking brake, pull thehandle up as far as possible. TheBRAKE warning lamp will illuminateand will remain illuminated until th

Odometer: Registers the totalkilometers (miles) of the vehicle.Refer to Message Center in theDrivers Controls chapter on how toswitch the display from

Driving conditions which may activate AdvanceTrac娂 include:• Accelerating on a slippery surface• Taking a turn too fast• Maneuvering quickly to avoid

Some drivers may notice a slight movement of the brake pedal when theAdvanceTrac娂 performs a system self-check. During AdvanceTrac娂operation you may e

STEERINGTo prevent damage to the power steering system:• Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until itstops) for more than a

When the key is in position between OFF/LOCK and RUN, theautomatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P(Park) position without the brake p

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransaxleP (Park)This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels fromtur

1 (First)• Transaxle operates in first gear only.• Provides maximum engine braking.• Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.• Will not downshift in

FORWARD AND REVERSE SENSING SYSTEMThe forward and reverse sensingsystem will warn the driver ofobstacles within a certain range ofthe front and rear b

The reverse sensing portion of thesystem detects obstacles up to 2meters (6 feet) from the rearbumper with a decreased coveragearea at the outer corne

Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike orsurfboard racks and any device that may block the normaldetection zone of the forward and

Keep the sensors (located on the front and rear bumper/fascia)free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not cleanthe sensors with sharp

PREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)1./ Tuner: Press tomanually go up or down the radiofrequency. Also use in menu modeto select various

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin w

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximumallowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo).

10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (fifth wheeltrailer), and driver only (68 kg [150 lbs]). Consult your dealership (orthe RV

and a kit (in a cardboard box) that includes an adapter wiring harnessthat contains the standard 4-pin trailer plug.Trailer towing puts additional loa

Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailerweight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result inengine damage, transmission dam

Trailer lampsTrailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all runninglights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working.

• After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check yourhitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts.• To aid in engine/transmiss

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006.If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will

This switch is located behind theservice panel on the right side ofthe cargo area.To reset the switch:1. Turn the ignition OFF.2. Check the fuel syste

Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes slightlywith vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Press MENUto access and u

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey ———3A Violet Vio

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 Relay Accessory delay relay 12 Relay Acces

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description12 5A Brake-Shift Interlock (BSI) Runfeed, Climate control system Runfeed13

Always disconnect the battery before servicing high currentfuses.Always replace the cover to the power distribution box beforereconnecting the battery

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription8 40A** Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) #2(coil power)9 30A** Power liftgate10 30A** SJB

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription43 15A* Engine #2 (Cooling fan relays,Injectors, PCM, MAF sensor, IAC,Ignition coil,

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription62 30A* SJB #3 – Right cornering/auxiliarylamps, Right low beam, Left frontpark/turn

CHANGING A FLAT TIREIf you get a flat tire while driving:• do not brake heavily.• gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed.• hold the steering wheel fir

• use tire chains• drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle’s reducedground clearance• try to repair the temporary spare tire or re

Removing the spare tireTo remove the spare tire:1. Open the liftgate and open theplastic cover from the carpeting oncargo floor to expose the hex nut.

11. Rewind: Press to manuallyreverse in a CD track.12. Memory presets: To set astation: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune to a station, press andhold a

If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could beseriously injured.1. Park on a level surface, activatehazard flashers and set parkingbr

7. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn counterclockwise butdo not remove them until the wheelis raised off the ground.If Ford Accessory Running Boa

To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of yourbody under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start theengine when your vehic

Stowing the spare tireNote: If no tire is to be stowed under the vehicle, attach the secondary(locking) wheel retainer to the primary retainer using c

4. Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properlytightened. Try to push or pull, then turn the tire to be sure it will notmove. Loose

Preparing your vehicleWhen the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, th

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery.3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negat

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarbureto

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surfa

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

Locks and Security 82Keys 82Locks 82Anti-theft system 84Seating and Safety Restraints 97Seating 97Safety restraints 116Air bags 129Child restraints 14

AM/FM STEREO WITH CASSETTE/CD (IF EQUIPPED)1./ Tuner: Press tomanually go up or down the radiofrequency. Also use in menu modeto select various settin

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handli

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf yo

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or

The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMotor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modifyprocedu

from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management, recognized fortheir business leadership qualities.What the Board needsTo have your case reviewed

Making a decisionBoard members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentations, and arrive at a fair and impar

In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conducthearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informalenvironment. These impa

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at:HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detro

3. The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total ofmore than 30 calendar days (not necessarily all at one time)In the case o

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers.Use/ / SEEK .Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speaker

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is

sliding door. If necessary, clean the contacts with Motorcraft Bug andTar Remover (ZC-42) to remove any sealant. Do not use any abrasiveson the contac

• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all partsthat require cleaning and pressure rinse clean.• Cover the highlighted areas to pr

• Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.• Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orwindshield washer so

Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’ssafety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing.Do not use chemical solvents or

Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93)Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94)Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not ava

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide a

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel.2. Go to the front of th

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.2L V6 engines1. Brake fluid reservoir2. Air filter assembly3. Power distribution box4. Battery5. Aut

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

8. Shuffle: Press to play CD tracksin random order.9. Compress (Compression): InCD mode, brings soft and loud CDpassages together for a moreconsistent

4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick).6. Wipe the indicator clea

2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap

It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (oranother brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application.BATTERYYour

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,resulting in personal injury a

6. With your foot on the brake pedal and with the A/C on, put thevehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.7. Drive th

60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:• Freeze protection down t

Adding engine coolantWhen adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolantand distilled water. Add the mixture to the coolant reservo

reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant andwater to the “cold full” level. For all other vehicles, which have a coolantde

Recycled engine coolantFord Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled enginecoolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequateprotection at the temperatures i

18. CD: Press to enter CD mode. Ifa CD is already loaded into thesystem, CD play will begin where itended last.19. CD eject: Press to eject a CD.20. C

swallowed can cause death or permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed,call a physician immediately, even if no symptoms are immediatelyapparent. The tox

• DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fillposition.Fuel Filler CapYour fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1

Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metalliccompounds, including manganese-based additives.Repairs to correct the effects

Running out of fuelAvoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseaffect on powertrain components.If you have run out of fuel:• Y

vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the emp

Habits• Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.• Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fueleconomy.• Idlin

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel econom

emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuineFord Motor Company parts in performance and durability.Do not park, idle, or driv

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tankwith good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After threedrivi

1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will benear the center

When the rear seat controls are activated, rear seat passengers can usethe controls to change the playing media for all passengers (Single Playmode).

1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches normal operatingtemperature.2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking br

Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levelsBefore adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type offluid used is normally indicated

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernmen

TIRESTires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service, but theymust be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them.Glossary

Information on “P” type tiresP215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is notrequired by federal law.Letter rating Speed rating - km/h (mph)Q 159 km/h (99 mp

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades• Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when tested u

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation than those of “P” typetires; t

Information on “T” type tiresT145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize.Note: The temporary tire size foryour vehicle may be different thanthis example.1.

recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge ratherthan a stick type of tire pressure gauge.Use the recommended cold inflation pre

• Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation.Don’t:• Use cassettes th

5. Repeat this procedure for each tire, including the spare.Note: Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure than the othertires.6. Visually i

• Front Wheel Drive (FWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)vehicles (front tires at top of

Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires.Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at areputable rep

• Avoid fast starts, stops and turns• Avoid potholes and objects on the road• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parkingIf you

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:• Use only cable type SAE Class “S” chains. Conventional link or othertype chains may cause d

REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityBrake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid1All Fill to MAX lineon res

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItem Ford partnameFord partnumberFordspecificationBrake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid1PM-1 ESA

Item Ford partnameFord partnumberFordspecificationAutomatictransaxle(4F50N)MotorcraftMERCON威VATF2XT-5-QM MERCON威VDisc brakecaliper railsMotorcraftSili

VEHICLE DIMENSIONSVehicle dimensions Wagon mm (in)(1) Overall length 5105 (201.0)(2) Overall width 1945 (76.6)(3) Overall height*1748 (68.8)(4) Wheelb

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixedt

DUAL ZONE MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMWITH REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CLIMATE CONTROL(IF EQUIPPED)1. Air flow selections: Controlsthe di

Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Plea

Transmission/Transaxle code designationsYou can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certificationlabel which is located on the door pill

Code Transmission DescriptionElectricH One speed electricD Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R44E)R Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55S)Passenger car appli

MERCURY ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of genuine Mercury accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Mercur

LifestyleBike racksCargo organization and managementEngine block heaters and blanketsRear seat entertainment systems - DVDTowing mirrorsTrailer hitche

AAccessory delay ...59AdvanceTrac ...159Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...

waxing ...210wheels ...211wiper blades ...212Clock ...

FFloor mats ...66Fluid capacities ...255Foglamps ...37Fuel ...

Keys ...94positions of the ignition ...154LLampsautolamp system ...38bulb replacem

RRadio ...17, 20Relays ...179Remote entry system ...84illuminate

with MAX A/C or can be engaged manually in any mode except Defrost.Press to engage/disengage. To reduce humidity inside the vehicle, turnrecirculation

Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) ...260Vehicle loading ...169Ventilating your vehicle

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ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(IF EQUIPPED)1.Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defrostervents. Can be used to clear ic

8. :Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and thefloor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reducewindow foggi

Customer Assistance 201Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 209Cleaning 210Maintenance and Specifications 216Engine compartment 218Engine oil 219Batte

ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITHHEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)1.Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defrostervents. Can b

7. :Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and thefloor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reducewindow foggi

ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITHHEATED AND COOLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)1.Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defrosterv

7. Passenger cooled seat control: Press to cool the passenger seat.Press once to activate high cool. Press a second time to activate lowcool. Press a

17. REAR: Press to activate the rear climate controls.18.Recirculation control: Press to engage/disengage. Used tomanually enable or disable recircula

AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed: Turn to select thedesired fan speed.2. Temperature/mode selection:The distribution of air from th

CABIN AIR FILTERYour vehicle is equipped with a Cabin air filter. The cabin air filterrestricts the entry of airborne dust and pollen particles. The f

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Note:

Autolamp control (if equipped)The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the hea

Flash to passPull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate.Battery saverThe battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps and interio

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

AIMING THE HEADLAMPSThe headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of yo

6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND ISNON-ADJUSTABLE.7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to act

Second row & third row dome and map lamps (if equipped)The second row dome and map lamps are located overhead, above thesecond row passenger seats

Cargo lampThe cargo lamp will stay on if thecontrol is moved to the driver sideposition. When the control is in themiddle position, the lamp will only

Function Trade NumberMap lamps (overhead console) 906Stepwell lamp T-562Front seat footwell 194Front door mounted courtesy lamp 168All replacement bul

Replacing front parking/turn/sidemarker signal bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the hood.2. Remove the two headla

Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbsFor bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician.Replacing license plate lamp bulbThe license plate bulb

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

Changing the wiper blades1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Push the lockpin manually to releas

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamps.OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)The appearance of your vehi

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, you

Outside air temperatureThe temperature can be displayed ineither Centigrade or Fahrenheit.This is controlled via the MessageCenter. Please refer to th

3. Press and hold the momentarypush-button for approximately 4seconds, until VAR is displayed,then release it. (Pressing themomentary push-button for

SLIDING DOOR OPERATIONManual door operationIf equipped with a Power Sliding Door (PSD), turn the Power DoorLockout control on the overhead console to

Vehicle operation with the door in the open position is notrecommended. Abrupt vehicle acceleration or deceleration could causethe door to move sudden

• pushing and releasing the right orleft hand second row passengercontrol. The control(s) arelocated on the trim panel in frontof the sliding door.• m

Resetting the PSDThe power sliding door may operate incorrectly or not at all because ofthe following conditions:• a low voltage or dead battery• the

To open the sliding door when thechild safety lock is on:• Unlock the sliding door and openthe door from the outside.• Press the right or left handcon

CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED)Press the right + control to movethe time display forward.Press the left - control to move thetime display backwards.AUXILIARY POWE

• Located next to the second rowseat.• Located on the right trim panel inthe rear cargo area.POWER WINDOWSWhen closing the powerwindows, you should ve

One touch downAllows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press completely down onthe bottom part of the rocker switchand

SPECIAL NOTICESEmission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage,Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and

Press the control to turn the mirrorOFF or AUTO.The mirror will automatically returnto the normal state whenever thevehicle is placed in R(Reverse)(wh

When the sliding door is open, the indicator in the appropriate mirrorwill flash indicating people may be entering/exiting the vehicle.Fold-away mirro

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads thatare winding, slippery or unpaved.Setting speed controlThe controls for using your speedc

Resuming a set speedPress the RESUME control andrelease it. This will automaticallyreturn the vehicle to the previouslyset speed. The RESUME control w

• Depress the brake pedal until thedesired vehicle speed is reached,press the SET + control.Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off th

In CD mode:• Press SEEK to listen to the next track on the disc.In any mode:• Press VOL up or down to adjustthe volume.• Press MUTE to mute the volume

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED)To install floor mats that have a retention post:Position the floor mat so that theeyelet is over the pointe

U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door openermodel manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannotdetect an objec

4. The red light will flash slowly and then rapidly. Release both buttonswhen the red light flashes rapidly. (The rapid flashing light indicatesaccept

• Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button (note step 3 in the“Programming” section) while you press and release — every twoseconds (“cycle”) y

Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.Please read the section Supplemental Restraint

2. The red indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Withoutreleasing the HomeLink威 button, follow step 2 in the “Programming”section.For

Distance to empty (DTE)Selecting this function from theINFO menu estimates approximatelyhow far you can drive with the fuelremaining in your tank unde

Trip elapsed drive timeSelect this function from the INFOmenu to display your trip elapseddrive time. When selected thedisplay will accumulate when th

3. Press and hold the RESETcontrol for 2 seconds to set thelanguage choice.Units (English/Metric)1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the cu

System warningsSystem warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in yourvehicle’s operating systems.In the event of a multiple warning si

Liftgate ajar Warning returns after the ignition keyis turned from OFF to ONCheck left park lampCheck right park lampCheck left headlampCheck fuel cap

REDUCED ENGINE POWER. Displayed when the engine temperatureexceeds safe driving operating range and the vehicle limits engine powerto prevent engine d

CHANGE OIL SOON. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 5percent or less. When oil life left is between 5% and 0%, the CHANGEOIL SOON message

To reset the oil monitoring system to your personalized oil life %:1. Press the SETUP control toaccess the System Check function.2. Press and release

LIFTGATEUnlock the liftgate (but not releaseit) with the power door lock systemand remote entry key fob.To open the liftgate, pull the liftgatehandle

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-

Utility hooks (if equipped)The utility hooks can be used tohang small items. Do not hang morethan 12 kg (20 lbs.) on each of thehooks. The hooks are n

To remove the cross-bar (if equipped) assembly:1. Loosen the thumbwheel (2) at both ends of the cross-bar (1) andslide the cross-bar (1) to the end of

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer.You should always carry a second key w

Childproof door locks• When these locks are set, thesliding doors cannot be openedwith the inside handle.• The sliding doors can be openedfrom the out

• 5–button remoteThe remote entry system allows you to:• lock or unlock all vehicle doors and liftgate without a key.• unlock/open a RH power sliding

• Press this control another two times within three seconds to close thepower sliding door and turn off the interior lights.Locking the doors1. Press

To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIR

How to reprogram your remote entry transmittersYou must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four)available before beginning this procedure.

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:• the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position, or• the keyless entry system or

Deactivating/activating perimeter lampsYou may enable/disable this feature by having your vehicle serviced byyour authorized dealer.You may also perfo

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Eng

Deactivating/activating the autolock featureThe deactivating/activating the autolock feature can be turned off by thekeyless entry pad (if equipped) o

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)You can use the keyless entrykeypad to:• lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key.• activate or deactivate theaut

Tips for setting codes:• The factory set code cannot be erased or changed.• The factory code will work even after you have set your own personalcodes.

5. Release the 3 • 4.6. Release the 7 • 8.The horn will chirp once when the system has been successfullydeactivated.The horn will chirp twice (one sho

If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock娂 system, the indicator will flashrapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the ON position. If thisoccu

will need two previously programmed coded keys (keys that alreadyoperate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readilyaccessible for

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of anunauthorized entry to your vehicle.If there is any

SEATINGNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips.Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward.Pull lever u

Press to raise or lower the frontportion of the seat cushion.Press to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion.Press the control to move the