Mercury Mountaineer 2005 User Manual

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 14Entertainment Systems 16AM/FM stereo with CD 16AM/FM stereo with in-dash six

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

How to use the automatic locking mode• Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt.• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt

Safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the front outboardseating positions.Adjust the height of the shoulderb

BeltMinder姟The BeltMinder娂 feature is a supplemental warning to the safety beltwarning function. This feature provides additional reminders byintermit

If... Then...The driver’s or frontpassenger’s safety belt becomesunbuckled for approximately 1minute while the vehicle istraveling at least 3 mph(5 km

Reasons given... Consider...“Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur insingle-vehicle crashes, many whenno other vehicles are around.“Belts wrink

Read Steps1-4thoroughly before proceeding with thedeactivation/activation programming procedure.Note: The driver and front passenger BeltMinder娂 featu

Safety belt extension assemblyIf the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there isa8inch(20 cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be ad

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)The air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is designed to work inconjunction with the safety belts to

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bagsupplemental restraint system (

Children and airbagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear

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

The air bags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After air bagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burn

• diagnostic module.• and the electrical wiring which connects the components.The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and thesuppleme

the front passenger frontal airbag is off. When the front passenger seat isnot occupied (empty seat) or in the event that the front passengerfrontal a

The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objectsplaced on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the frontpassenger seat,

Determining if the system is operationalThe supplemental restraint system uses a warning indicator in theinstrument cluster or a back-up tone to indic

All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety beltseven when an air bag SRS is provided.How does the side air bag system work?The desig

not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Side air bags are designedto inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or

All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should alwayswear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS and SafetyCanopy娂 system is provided.T

Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained inthe second row seats. The Safety Canopy娂 will not interfere withchildren restra

Determining if the system is operationalThe SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Ref

Safety belt: Reminds you to fastenyour safety belt. A chime will alsosound to remind you to fasten yoursafety belt.Charging system: Illuminates whenth

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child frominjury in a collision.Alwa

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions:• Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withk

The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center ofthe shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips,never up

When installing a child safety seat:• Review and follow the informationpresented in the Air BagSupplemental Restraint Systemsection in this chapter.•

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulderbeltsAir bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place arear-facing chil

3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, route thetongue through the child seataccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructi

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with your knee on thechild seat.

The tether strap anchors in yourvehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view):Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anc

5. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safetyseat may not be retained properlyin the even

Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor.In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold twochild safety seat attachments

Low washer fluid: Illuminateswhen the windshield washer fluid islow.Door ajar: Illuminates when theignition is in the ON position andany door or deckl

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGNew vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have a rating on them calledTire Quality Grades. The Qualitygrade

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not includeacceleration, cornering, hydroplaning o

Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increasethe tire’s load carrying capability.• kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pr

tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage fromthe tire and make necessary repairs.Also inspect the tire sidewalls for cuts, b

pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure onthe tire label or certification label.When weather temperature changes occur, tire

Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same sizeand type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versusall-terrain) as those orig

If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not followthese precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose controlof the vehicle, po

the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford. If thedissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced ratherthan rep

Removing the spare tire and jack1. Lift the trunk cargo cover, andremove the wing nut that securesthe spare tire by turning itcounterclockwise.2. Lift

To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire,be sure to place the transaxle in P (Park), set the parking brakeand block (in both dir

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

4. Put the jack in the jack notchnext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack handle clockwise untilthe wheel is completely off theground.5. Remove

Stowing the tire and jack1. Fully collapse the jack, fold thelug wrench socket into the handleand place the jack and wrench intothe felt bag as shown.

If you are stowing the temporaryspare tire, place the tire over thejack and secure it with the largewing nut.WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSRetigh

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 - mph (km/h)M 81 mph (130 km/

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 beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

the road in adverse (wet, snowy, etc.) conditions. Visually check yourtires for uneven wear, looking for high and low areas or unusuallysmooth areas.

If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidlyspin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause anexplosion. A tire ca

Fuel gauge: Indicatesapproximately how much fuel is leftin the fuel tank (when the ignitionis in the ON position). The fuelgauge may vary slightly whe

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

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

• If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.• Remove the tire cables when they are no longer needed. Do not usetire cables on dry roads.• The susp

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that thevehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Lab

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle(front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload.GAWR (Gross Axle Wei

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

mandatory options, no cargo (internal or external), a tongue load of10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (fifth wheeltrailer), a

capacity to carry you, 4 of your friends and all the golf bags? You andfour friends average 220 lb. (99 kg) each and the golf bags weighapproximately

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

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

Driving while you towWhen towing a trailer:• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, stee

RECREATIONAL TOWINGFollow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to towyour vehicle for personal travel (such as behind a recreatio

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. LOCK, locks the automatictransaxle gearshift lever and allowskey removal. This position also shutsthe engine and a

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dryground cover. The emission system heats up the enginecompartment and exhaust system,

• Make sure the gearshift lever is inP (Park).3. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START).Make sure the corresponding lights illumin

Starting the engine1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START).2. Turn the key to 4 (START), thenrelease the key as soon as theengin

BRAKESOccasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grindingor continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-o

Parking brakeApply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake pedal down until the pedalstops.Th

is especially useful on slippery road surfaces. The system operates bydetecting and controlling wheel spin. The system borrows many of theelectronic e

• Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, checkfor low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by yourdealer.

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

3. Locate the white plastic cover atthe front driver side of the gearshiftlever. Locate the screw whichattaches this cover and removeusing a screwdriv

decreasing engine RPM which causes a slight energy loss as the gearschange. The gear changes can be felt by the driver.With the CVT, there is no energ

R (Reverse)With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R(Re

• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn

This system is not designed to prevent contact with small ormoving objects. The system is designed to provide a warning toassist the driver in detecti

indicator light on the control will illuminate when the system is turnedoff. If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is not turned off, itmay

Basic operating principles• Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steeringcharacteristics of your vehicle.• Be extremely caref

If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.See your dealer or a qua

gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowlyand avoid spinning the wheels.If your vehicle is equipped with a 6–speed tran

“Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increase publicawareness of land-use regulationsand responsibilities in our nationswilderness are

10. Fast forward: Press tomanually advance in a CD track.11. Rewind: Press to manuallyreverse in a CD track.12. Memory presets: To set astation: Selec

Driving on snow and iceNote: Excessive tire slippage can cause transaxle damage.AWD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice butcan

DRIVING THROUGH WATERIf driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth is not known. Never drive

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

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the front passengerfootwell area in the right uppercorner.To reset the switch:1. Turn the ignition OFF.2. C

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge5A Tan Tan — — —7.5A Brown Br

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel DescriptionF1 20A High beamsF2 15A Interior lamps (Courtesy anddemand lamps), Delayeda

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel DescriptionF17 30A Rear defrosterF18 10A PCM relay coil, Shifter Brake-ShiftInterlock

To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover tothe Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery orrefilling fluid reservoirs

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription10 40A* Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)(Motor)11 30A* Starter12 30A* Powertrain Control

PREMIUM/AUDIOPHILE IN-DASH SIX CD/MP3 SOUND SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1./ Tune/Disc selector:Press to manually go up or downthe radio frequency or to select

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription33 30A* Driver seat motors, Memorymodule34 30A* Ignition switch (to SJB)35 — Not used

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription58 High currentrelayWipers59 — Not used60 1A Diode PCM61 1A Diode PCM* Cartridge Fuse

Connecting the jumper cables1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery.Note: In the illustrations,

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.Removing the jum

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

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

In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, flatbed transport vehicle or a car hauling trailer) yourvehic

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Lincoln or Mercury vehicle to an authorized LincolnMercury dealer for warranty repairs. While a

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

Seating and Safety Restraints 87Seating 87Safety restraints 94Air bags 107Child restraints 119Tires, Wheels and Loading 130Tire Information 131Tire In

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use / / SEEK .Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use/ / SEEK .Balance: Press to adjust the audio betw

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY)The Dispute Settlement Board is:• an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes.• avai

Board membershipThe Board consists of:• Three consumer representatives• A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representativeConsumer candidates for Boa

Oral presentationsIf you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford ofCanada and the dealer to

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformatio

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

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

• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips.• Always

• 3.0L Duratec engine• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage.PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED)

Find: Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for the desired musiccategory. Use/ to find the desired program type, then useSEEK or SCAN to begin t

Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean theinside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may causedamage to the rear window d

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 Car Wash (Canada only) (CXC-21)Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15)Motorcraft Custom Clear Coat Polish (ZC–8–A)Motorcraft Custom

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

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel nearthe steering column.2. Go to th

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT3.0L DOHC V6 DURATEC ENGINE1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Power steering fluid reservoir3. Engine coola

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

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick).6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain.•

• If required, add engine oil to theengine. Refer to Adding engineoil in this chapter.• Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark

Engine oil and filter recommendationsLook for this certificationtrademark.Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil.Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by t

14. Seek: Press to access theprevious strong station or track.15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FMfrequency band.16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turnON/OFF. T

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.How

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

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“CO

Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn youbadly. Also, you can be bur

1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolantpressure relief cap on the c

8. Add coolant/water mixturethrough the thermostat housingopening until full at housingopening.9. Install the thermostat housingbleed plug. Install me

If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant permonth, have your dealer check the engine cooling system. Your coolingsystem ma

• Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the freeze protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damag

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforerefueling your vehicle.• Al

RADIO RECEPTION FACTORSThere are three factors that can effect radio reception:• Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, theweak

RefuelingFuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severeinjuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:• Read and follow all the instr

If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel fillercap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty maybe void for any

with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice technician to prevent any engine damage.Fuel qualityIf you are experiencing

Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. Thecustomer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel systemif an authorized Motorcr

• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.Calculating fu

• Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.• Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.• You may want to

EPA window stickerEvery new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact yourdealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle. Th

Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentiallylethal fumes into the passenger compartment.Do not make any unauthorized changes to your v

Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testingIn some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test ofthe on-board diagnostics sys

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIRThe fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Temperature selection:Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle.2. Air flow sele

3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gearranges. Allow

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

Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material anddesign specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft orequivalent replacement part.

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityEngine oil(includes filterchange)2Motorcraft SAE5W-20PremiumSyntheticBlend MotorOil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 Sup

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityPower Take-offUnit (PTU)Motorcraft SAE75W-90 FuelEfficient HighPerformanceRear AxleLubricantPTU 1.9 pints (0.9L

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItemsFord PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationBrake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeF

ItemsFord PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationPower TransferUnitMotorcraft SAE75W-90 FuelEfficient HighPerformanceRear AxleLubricantX

ENGINE DATAEngine 3.0L-DOHC V6 engineDisplacement 183 cubic inchesRequired fuel 87 octaneFiring order 1–4–2–5–3–6Spark plug gap 1.32–1.42mm (0.052–0.0

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

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

Operating tips• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in theposition.• To reduce humidity build up

Transmission/Transaxle code designationsYou can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certificationlabel. The following table tells you wh

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

LifestyleAsh cup/smoker’s packInterior cargo organization and managementRoof rack carrier productsPeace of mindFirst aid and safety kitsFull vehicle c

AAccessory delay ...46Air bag supplementalrestraint system ...107, 114, 116and child safety seats ...109descripti

washing ...207waxing ...207wheels ...208wiper bl

specifications ...245, 247Exhaust fumes ...165FFluid capacities ...242Foglamps ...

KKeyless entry system ...78autolock ...80Keyspositions of the ignition ...162LLampsautolamp syst

Reverse sensing system ...173Roadside assistance ...182SSafety Belt Maintenance ...106Safety belts(see Safety restraints

remote release ...69, 74Turn signal ...36VVehicle dimensions ...247Vehicle Identificat

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DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(IF EQUIPPED)1.Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defrosterand demister vents. Can be used

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9. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.10. Manual override controls: Allows you to manually select whereairflow is directed. To retur

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITHHEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)1.Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defrosterand demister

8. Airflow direction control: Press to toggle through the airdistribution modes listed below. The selected mode will be shown in thedisplay.: Distribu

Maintenance and Specifications 213Engine compartment 215Engine oil 216Battery 220Engine Coolant 222Fuel information 228Part numbers 241Refill capaciti

OPERATING TIPS• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in theposition.• To reduce humidity build up

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTERRThe rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel andworks to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice.The ign

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

5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up tothree minutes), then turn the headlamp switch to. The headlampswill turn off.Fogl

High beamsPull the lever towards you, to thesecond detent, to activate. Pull thelever towards you again todeactivate.Flash to passPull toward you, to

Vertical aim adjustment1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.• (1) 8 fe

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.INTERIOR LAMPSDome lamps and map lampsThe ma

“E” for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and patternand safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assemblyor void

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open thehood.2. Turn the front wheels inboard

Replacing turn signal lamp/backup lamp bulbsThe backup lamp and turn signal lamp bulbs are located in the tail lampassembly. Follow the same steps to

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

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position, then removethe two screws and the license platelamp assembly

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: For intermittentoperation, move control up oneposition.Adjust the rotary control to thedesired speed setting.Mis

Changing the wiper blades1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade 90 degreesfrom the wiper arm and remove itfrom the arm.2. Attach t

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRRORLift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp. The visor willslide back and forth on the rod forincreased sunlight cov

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insertany other object in the power outlet for this will dama

Press and pull the rocker switchesto open and close windows.• Push down (to the first detent)and hold the switch to open.• Pull up (to the first deten

Window lockThe window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows.To lock out all the window controlsexcept for the driver’s press

MIRRORSPower side view mirrorsTo adjust your mirrors:1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is

3. Press the SET + control andrelease it.4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.5. The indicatorlight on theinstrument cluster will turn on.Note:•

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answ

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET + controluntil you get to the desiredspeed,

Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off the speed control:• Depress the brake pedal or pressCNCL (Cancel). This will noterase your veh

In any mode:• Press VOL up or down to adjustthe volume.• Press MUTE to mute the volume.MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)You can move the glass panel of the moon

HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The HomeLink威 Wireless Control System, located on the driver’s visor,provides a convenient way to repla

1. Press and hold the two outsidebuttons releasing only when theindicator light begins to flash after20 seconds. Do not repeat Step 1to program additi

Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate Step 8.8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds andrelease the HomeLink威 button

Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control SystemTo operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink威 button.Activation will now occur for thet

MESSAGE CENTERWith the ignition in the ON position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle informationthrough

The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL when you haveapproximately 20–25 miles (32–40 km) to empty. If you RESET thiswarning message, this displa

Trip elapsed drive timeSelect this function from the INFOmenu to display a timer.To operate the Trip Elapsed DriveTime perform the following:1. Press

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

Note: If the compass displays ⬙CAL 000000.0 mi⬙ instead of headinginformation, the compass will need to be calibrated. Slowly drive thevehicle in a ci

10. The compass is now calibrated.Setup menuPress this control for the followingdisplays:• Language• Units (English/Metric)• System CheckLanguage1. Se

System checkSelecting this function from theSETUP menu causes the messagecenter to cycle through each of thesystems being monitored. For eachof the mo

the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing theRESET control and clearing the warning message.Warning messages that have been res

Warnings StatusLow brake fluid Warning returns after the ignition keyis turned from OFF to RUNLiftgate ajar (if equipped)Trunk ajar (if equipped)Check

AWD MALFUNCTION (if equipped). Displayed when the AWDsystem is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues tocome on, contact your de

COOLANT LEVEL LOW. Displayed when the engine coolant is low.Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let itcool. Check the

To reset the oil monitoring system to your personalized oil life %:1. From step 3 above.2. Release the RESET controlmomentarily, then press RESET andS

CENTER CONSOLEYour vehicle may be equipped with avariety of console features. Theseinclude:• Utility compartment with powerpoint• Gear Shift• Cup hold

INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROLPress the remote trunk releasecontrol on the instrument panel tothe left of the steering wheel.CARGO AREA FEATURESCargo net (if

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

KEYSOne key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry aspare key with you in case of an emergency.Your keys are programmed to your v

1. Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the 3 (RUN)position.2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times.3.

Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation andlocation of the release handle.To open the luggage compartmentdoor (lid) from withi

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEMThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two con

2. Press and release again within three seconds to unlock all thedoors.The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; thisfeature tu

Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)The remote entry system can also control the memory seat /powermirrors/adjustable pedals fea

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board.3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local r

2. Put the key in the ignition.3. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 1 (LOCK)position and 3 (RUN). Note: The eighth turn must e

• If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doorswas opened, the battery saver will shut off them off 10 minutes afterthe igniti

2. Within five seconds press the 1 • 2 on the keypad.3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be enteredwithin five seconds of each other

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-

Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entryTo unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or yourpersonal code. Each number m

Power door unlock/lock procedureYou must complete steps 1-5 within30 seconds or the procedure willhave to be repeated. If theprocedure needs to be rep

Note: The SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is not compatible withnon-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems mayresult in veh

The theft indicator will flash everytwo seconds when the vehicle isarmed.Automatic disarmingThe vehicle is disarmed immediately after the vehicle is u

Please read and understand theentire procedure before you begin.1. Insert the first previouslyprogrammed coded key into theignition.2. Turn the igniti

If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle,ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership,to aid in

Disarming the systemYou can disarm the system by any of the following actions:• Unlock the doors by using your remote entry transmitter.• Unlock the d

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

Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)The lumbar support control islocated on the outboard side of theseatback.Move the control up or down toad

Before returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any objects are not trapped underneath theseatback. After returning the

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

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving.Do not pile cargo higher than the sea

Press the control (if equipped) torecline the seatback forward orrearward.Heated seats (if equipped)To operate the heated seats:• Push the control loc

A position can be recalled:• in any gearshift position if the ignition is not in the RUN position.• only in Park or Neutral if the ignition is in the

To lower the seatback(s) frominside the vehicle, pull the straplocated on the outboard side of theseatback to release it, and then foldseatback down.W

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

(child size) occupants from air bag deployments when they areimproperly seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contrary toproper child-seati

the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrumentcluster. A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of thefollowing.

Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety beltassembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue thatare designed to be used as

Energy Management Feature — Outboard• This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy managementfeature at the front seats to help further reduce