Mercury Mountaineer 2001 User Manual

Before drivingIntroduction 2Instrumentation 6Controls and features 21Seating and safety restraints 113Starting and drivingStarting 143Driving 148Roads

Air bag readinessMomentarily illuminates when theignition is turned ON. If the lightfails to illuminate, continues to flashor remains on, have the sys

CENTER ARMREST/REAR CUPHOLDER (IF EQUIPPED)Do not attempt to raise the consolearmrest when the rear cupholder isin use. If you find resistance whenrai

The liftgate door and window should be closed before driving yourvehicle. If not, possible damage may occur to the liftgate door liftcylinders and att

1. Remove the shade from the vehicle and extend it with the smoothgrain facing you.2. Wrap the vinyl around the rollertube twice. Tuck the edges of th

Unlocking the doorsPress this control to unlock thedriver’s door. The interior lamps willilluminate.Press the control a second timewithin five seconds

Memory seat feature (if equipped)The remote entry system can alsocontrol the memory seat feature.Press the control once to unlock thedriver’s door and

Replacing the batteryThe transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium batteryCR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow yo

Programming remote transmittersIt is necessary to have all (maximum of four — original and/or new) ofyour remote transmitters available prior to begin

The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 45 minutes after theignition has been turned to the OFF position.Keyless entry system (if equipped)

If you wish to erase your personal code, use the following instructions:Erasing personal code1. Enter the factory-set code.2. Press 1/2 within five se

The autolock feature repeats when:• any door, except the drivers door, is opened then closed while theengine is running and• you put the vehicle in mo

Turn signalIlluminates when the left or rightturn signal or the hazard lights areturned on. If one or both of theindicators stay on continuously orfla

SECURILOCKY PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSecuriLocky passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilizationsystem. This system prevents the engine from bei

The SecuriLocky passive anti-theftsystem is not compatible withnon-Ford (aftermarket) remote startsystems. Use of these systems mayresult in vehicle s

Programming spare keysA maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. OnlySecuriLocky keys can be used. To program a coded key yourself, youwill

SEATINGAdjustable head restraints (if equipped)Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which arevertically adjustable. The purpose o

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips.Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of t

Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’ssafety belt in the event of a collision.The control is located on the outboard side o

Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)Turn the lumbar support controltoward the front of vehicle to movethe lumbar support forward formore dire

To return the seat to the uprightposition:• Press downward on the uppercorner of the seatback and hold.• Pull the release handle upward tounlatch the

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag SRS isprovided.It is extremely

After any vehicle collision, the safety belt system at all outboardseating positions (except driver, which has no “automatic lockingretractor” feature

Four wheel drive low (if equipped)Momentarily illuminates when theignition is turned to the ON/STARTposition. Illuminates whenfour-wheel drive low is

The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seatoutboard safety b

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is extracted.• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a cli

Front safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver and frontpassenger. Adjust the height of theshoulder

Safety belt warning light and indicator chimeThe seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occupan

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data)Reasons given... Consider...9Crashes are ra

Reasons given... Consider...9I have an air bag9 Air bags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to infla

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOTSTART THE ENGINE)2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately

recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in acollision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and a qualifiedtec

Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautionsThe supplemental restraint systemis designed to work with the safetybelt to help protect the

Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placingobjects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause thoseobjects to be propelled by the

Speed controlThis light comes on when either theSET/ACCEL or RESUME controlsare pressed. It turns off when thespeed control OFF control ispressed, the

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

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS servicedat your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unlessserviced,

How does the side air bag system work?The side air bag system consists ofthe following:• An inflatable nylon bag (air bag)with a gas generator conceal

Several air bag systemcomponents get hot afterinflation. Do not touch them afterinflation.If the side air bag hasdeployed, the air bag willnot functio

Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles (includingpretensioners)For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your localdealer

If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can bepositioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face or neck

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

Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder beltseating positionsAir bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place ar

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

GAUGESSpeedometerIndicates the current vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperature gaugeIndicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normal operati

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 rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strapanchors located behind the seats as described below.The tether anchors in your v

4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor.If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safetyseat may not be retained properlyin the event of a co

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLEEngine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. Thissystem meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equi

Important safety precautionsA computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute(RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster

• steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehicleMake sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly. If a light fails toilluminate,

Using the engine block heater (if equipped)An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improvesstarting, warms up the engine faster and all

Important ventilating informationIf the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area forlong periods of time, open the windows at lea

BRAKESYour service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduledmaintenance guide for scheduled maintenance.Occasional brake noise is normal and o

ABS warning lampABSTheABSwarning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light do

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot.This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not thecoolant le

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

STEERINGYour vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energyfrom the engine to help steer the vehicle.To prevent damage to the pow

The air suspension shut-off switch islocated in the cargo area behind theleft rear quarter trim panel.On vehicles equipped withAir Suspension, turn OF

Your vehicle has the capability to haul more cargo and people than mostpassenger cars. Depending upon the type and placement of the load,hauling peopl

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leaveyour vehicle.If the park

N (Neutral)With the gearshift in N (Neutral),the vehicle can be started and isfree to roll. Hold the brake pedaldown while in this gear.(Overdrive)The

2 (Second)Use 2 (Second) to start-up onslippery roads or to provideadditional engine braking ondowngrades. Transmission operatesonly in Second gear.1

Understanding gearshift positionsHold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift leverfrom P (Park) to another position. If you do not hold the

(Overdrive) can be deactivatedby pressing the transmission controlswitch on the end of the gearshiftlever.The transmission control indicatorlight (TCI

Forced DownshiftsTo gain acceleration in (Overdrive) or Drive (O/D OFF) whenpassing another vehicle, push the accelerator to the floor. Thetransmissio

Battery voltage gaugeThis shows the battery voltage whenthe ignition is in the ON position. Ifthe pointer moves and stays outsidethe normal operating

Positions of the Control-Trac systemThe Control-Trac system functions in three modes:• The 4WD AUTO mode providesfour-wheel drive with full powerdeliv

If your vehicle is equipped with 4WDor AWD, a spare tire of adifferent size than the road tires should never be used. Such atire could result in damag

Shifting from 4WD LOW to 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH1. Bring the vehicle to a stop.2. Depress the brake.3. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral).4. Move the 4WD

SandWhen driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solidarea of the trail. Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to a lowergear

When speed control is on and you are driving uphill, your vehicle speedmay drop considerably, especially if you are carrying a heavy load.If vehicle s

Driving off-road with AWDYour vehicle is specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud andrough terrain and has operating characteristics that are

When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water higherthan the bottom of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly. If theignition system

Automatic transmissions may shift frequently while driving up steepgrades. Eliminate frequent shifting by shifting out of(Overdrive) intoD (Drive).Dri

• GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating): Maximum total weight ofthe base vehicle, passengers, optional equipment and cargo. TheGVWR is specific to each v

to the front of your vehicle, (potentially including weight added to thecab), the weight added should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity(FARC)

The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle thefuel filler door is located.MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)With the ignition in the O

DRIVING THROUGH WATERDo not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth isunknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and i

Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety ComplianceCertification label. For load specification terms found on the label, referto Vehicle l

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 yourtrailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations. See your dealer

Trailer towing tips• Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turni

LUGGAGE RACKMaximum load is 75 kg (165 lbs), evenly distributed. If it is not possibleto distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible.

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers acomplimentary roadside assistance program. This program

Roadside coverage beyond basic warrantyIn the United States, you may purchase additional roadside assistancecoverage beyond this period through the Fo

RESETTING THE FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHFUELRESETThe fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the electricfuel pump when your vehicle has

FUSES AND RELAYSFusesIf electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinth

Fuel statusPress once to display theapproximate amount of fuelremaining in the fuel tank.Press again to display theapproximate amount of fuel usedsinc

Passenger compartment fuse panelThe fuse panel is located on the lefthand side of the instrument panelfacing the driver’s side door. Pull thepanel cov

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 7.5A Power Mirror Switch, Power Antenna,Me

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description11 7.5A Instrument Cluster12 7.5A Washer Pump Relay, Rear WasherPump Relay1

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description32 10A Heated Mirror33 15A Headlamps, Daytime Running Lamps(DRL) Module, In

The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 60A** I/P Fuse Panel fuses 1, 9, and 13

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription4 15A* Fog Lamps and Daytime RunningLamps5 — Not Used6 10A* Powertrain Control Module

CHANGING THE TIRESIf you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel

Stowing the spare tire1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up.2. Slide the wheel under the vehicleand install the retainer through

3. Block the diagonally oppositewheel.4. Use the tip of the lug wrench toremove any wheel trim.5. Loosen each wheel lug nut, butdo not remove them unt

• Front• RearTo lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not putany part of your body under thevehicle while changing a tire. Donot start the engine when

System checkPress the system check control todisplay the status of the followingsystems:• engine oil life left• engine oil level• voltage level• engin

10. Lower the wheel by turning thejack handle counterclockwise.11. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown.12. Stow the flat t

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

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

• Engines except 4.0L SOHC• 4.0L SOHC5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts ofboth engines, or any fuel delivery syste

Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed.2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3.

• 4.0L SOHC2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of thebooster vehicle’s battery.+–+–+–+–Roadside emergencies195

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, your roadside assistance center.It

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

Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and donot remove it while the engine is running.OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the

The following warning may be required by California law:CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain

Oil change resetPress the OIL CHANGE RESETcontrol to reset the oil life feature to100% (or your personalized oil resetpercentage) (at optimal drivingc

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.0L SOHC V6 engine1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick3. Engi

5.0L V8 engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir3. Engine oil filler cap4. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick5. Brake

3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park).4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.5. Locate and car

6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain.• If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, or betweenteh MIN an

Engine Oil Recommendations5.0L EngineLook for this certificationtrademark.SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended.Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline En

SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended.Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). Use Motorcraft (Part: XO–

2. Visually inspect the fluid level.3. If necessary, add brake fluid froma clean un-opened container untilthe level reaches MAX. Do not fillabove this

Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer toLubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter.State or local r

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

Adding engine coolantUse only Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549-AA (inCanada, Motorcraft CXC-10) or a premium engine coolant thatmeets Ford speci

HEADLAMP CONTROLRotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second positionto also turn on the headlam

Plain water may be added in an emergency, but you must replace it witha 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible.Check

Coolant refill capacityTo find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in the Capacities and specificatio

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenanceguide for the service interval schedules. If

6. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checkingthe level until it reaches the correct operating range. Be sure to put thecap

Low fluid levelDo not drive the vehicle if the fluidlevel is at the bottom of the dipstickand the ambient temperature isabove 10°C (50°F).Correct flui

High fluid levelFluid levels above the safe rangemay result in transmission failure.An overfill condition of transmissionfluid may cause shift and/ore

CHECKING AND ADDING TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)1. Clean the filler plug.2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level.3. Add only enough

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

Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can causepersonal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lightedsubstances to come near th

• The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more torelearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.• If you do not allow the engine to relearn its

Flash to passPull toward you to activate andrelease to deactivate.PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headl

Changing the wiper bladesTo replace the wiper blades:1. Pull the wiper arm away from thewindshield and lock into the serviceposition.2. Turn the blade

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

SERVICING YOUR TIRESChecking the tire pressure• Use an accurate tire pressure gauge.•Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle ha

Replacing the tiresReplace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads.When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted,

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSSnow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle.The tires on your vehicle have all weat

If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure orvacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or causethe fuel cap to disengag

• Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms ofdisulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors,or skin

Octane recommendationsYour vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline withpump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.We do not recommend the use ofga

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

If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure orvacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or causethe fuel cap to disengag

Mode selector controlControls the direction of the airflowto the inside of the vehicle.The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes excep

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:• Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,an error in the reading wil

Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habitsGive consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to changea number of variables and

Conditions• Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economyat any speed.• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (a

• Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially athigh speeds.• Have the items listed in your scheduled maintenance guide perf

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

Replacing headlamp bulbsTo remove the headlamp bulb:1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position, then lift hood andopen the hinged headlamp cover.2

If the bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbingalcohol before being used.1. With the flat side of the new bulb’s plastic base f

4. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise about1⁄4turn andremove from lamp assembly.5. Carefully pull bulb straight out ofsocket and push in the new bulb.

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Remove two screws and thelicense plate lamp assembly fromthe liftgate.2. Remove bulb socket from lampassembly by

4. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket and push in the new bulb.To complete installation, follow theremoval procedure in reverse order.USING THE R

•(Floor and defrost)-Distributes outside air through the windshielddefroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioningcapabilities are p

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

Waxing your vehicleWaxing your vehicle on a regular basis will reduce minor scratches andpaint damage.Wax when water stops beading on the surface. Thi

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine.• 5.0L• 4.0L SOHC• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; w

The brushes used in some automatic car washes may damage the finishon your wheels. Before going to a car wash, find out if the brushes areabrasive.Und

Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaningthe seat mounted side air bag. Such products could contaminatethe side air bag system a

Cleaning leather seats (if equipped)To clean, simply use a soft cloth dampened with water and a mild soap.Wipe the leather again with a damp cloth to

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 5.0L V8 engineAir filter element FA-1658 FA-1658Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986BBattery BXT-65-650 BXT

REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford Part Name Application CapacityBrake fluid High PerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluidAll Fill to the MAXline on reservoi

Fluid Ford Part Name Application CapacityFront axlelubricantMotorcraft SAE80W-90 PremiumRear AxleLubricant4x4 vehicles 1.7L (1.8 quarts)Rear axlelubri

lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected orservice is required. The axle lubricant should be changed any time theaxle ha

windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of thevehicle. Once the vehicle has been “aired out”, operate the climatecontrol system a

ItemFord part nameor equivalentFord partnumberFordspecificationAutomatictransmission2MotorcraftMERCONtVATFXT-5-QM MERCONtVPower steeringfluidMotorcraf

4.0L vehicles with limited slip differentials and all 5.0L applications userear axles that are filled with Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 High PerformanceSynt

VEHICLE DIMENSIONSVehicle dimensions mm (in)(1) Overall length 4 845 (190.7)(2) Overall width 1 832 (72.1)(3) Maximum height* 1 817 (71.5)(4) Wheelbas

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

Ford Extended Service PlanYou can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasingFord Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. For

If you have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied with the service youare receiving, follow these steps:1. Contact your Sales Representative or Se

If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicleneeds service, or if you need more help than the dealership couldprovide, after f

replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. Thisdispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing statecreated righ

Concerns are ineligible for review if the New Vehicle Limited Warrantyhas expired at receipt of your application and, in certain states eligibilityis

Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) system(if equipped)The EATC system will maintain aselected temperature andautomatically control airflo

• a brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford MotorCompany• the names (if known) of all the people you contacted at thedealership(s)

You may also contact the North American Customer Relationship Centerat 1-800-392-3673 (Ford), TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952or by writin

The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion maydamage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may causeengine knock

Ford Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not available in Canada)Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only)Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover* (no

Comfort and convenienceCargo netCargo organizerCargo shadeCargo trayEngine block heatersHome link visorTire stepTravel equipmentAuto headlamps with da

Protection and appearance equipmentAir bag anti-theft locksCargo liners, interiorCarpet floor matsCleaners, waxes and polishesDoor edge guardsFront en

• Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of yourvehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotiveuse or are not pro

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect that could cause a crash, orcould cause injury or death, youshould im

AAir bag supplemental restraintsystem ...127–128, 132and child safety seats ...129description ...128,

Certification Label ...254Child safety restraints ...135child safety belts ...135Child safety seats ...

When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat, air will besent to the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provideheat, the fan

Driveline universal joint andslip yoke ...216Driving under specialconditions ...163, 166mud ..

engine coolant temperaturegauge ...14engine oil pressure gauge ...16fuel gauge ...

LLampsbulb replacementspecifications chart ...239cargo lamps ...22daytime running light ...21fog

fluid, checking and adding ...212fluid, refill capacity ...247fluid, specifications ...249, 251Preparing to drive yourvehicle ...

Traction-lok rear axle ...167Transfer casefluid checking ...216Transmission ...153fluid, c

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Item InformationRequired fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octaneFuel tank capacity 75.5L (21.0 gallons)4.0L Engine oil capacity (includesfilter change)4.7

Temperature conversionPress MAX A/C and DEF atthe same time (for one second) toswitch between Fahrenheit andCelsius.If your vehicle has an English/Met

handle. MERCONt and MERCONt V are not interchangeable. DO NOTmix MERCONt and MERCONt V. Refer to your scheduled maintenanceguide to determine the corr

The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except FLOORand VENT. It will also operate only when required when AUTOMATIChas been selecte

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLEThere are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During thefirst 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds fre

• OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For shortperiods of time only, use this mode to reduce undesirable odors fromentering the

• Remove any snow, ice or leavesfrom the air intake area at thebase of the windshield.• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during

Turn the fan speed control to thedesired position.Selectfor air to flow throughthese vents:Selectfor air to flow throughthese vents:- VOLUME +MODESE

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTERThe rear defroster control is locatedon the instrument panel.Press the rear defroster control toclear the rear window of thin ice

To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when inreverse and when using the reverse sensing system.This system is not designed to prevent cont

The reverse sensing system isautomatically enabled when the gearselector is placed in R (Reverse)and the ignition is ON. A reversesensing control allo

USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEMAM/FM stereo cassetteVolume/power controlPress the control to turn the audiosystem on or off.Turn the control to raise or lower

AM/FM selectThe AM/FM select control works inradio and tape modes.AM/FM select in radio modeThis control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands

Scan functionThe scan function works in radiomode.Scan function in radio modePress the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable station

Treble adjustThe treble adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s treble output.Speaker balance adjustSpeaker sound distribut

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-

Automatic Music SearchThe Automatic Music Search featureallows you to quickly locate thebeginning of the tape selectionbeing played or to skip to the

DolbyTnoise reductionDolbyt noise reduction operatesonly in tape mode. Dolbyt noisereduction reduces the amount ofhiss and static during tape playback

To set the minute, press and holdthe CLK control and press theTUNE control:•to decrease minutes and•to increase minutes.The CLK control will allow you

Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CDVolume/power controlPress the control to turn the audiosystem on or off.Audio power can also be turned onby pre

If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when theignition

Tune adjust for CD changer (if equipped)• Press to select the previousdisc in the CD changer. (Play willbegin on the first track of thedisc unless the

Seek function for CD or CD changer (if equipped)• Press to seek to the previoustrack of the current disc. If aselection has been playing forthree seco

Setting memory preset stations1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control.2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function fo

To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system’s manually setmemory stations, press the AUTO control again.Bass adjustThe bass adjust control a

Speaker balance adjustSpeaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers.Press the BAL control then press:• to shift sound t

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Engine OilEngine CoolantEngine CoolantTemperat

With the dual media audio system, press the CD control to togglebetween single CD and CD changer play (if equipped).Do not insert any promotional (odd

DolbyTnoise reductionDolbyt noise reduction operates intape mode. Dolbyt noise reductionreduces the amount of hiss andstatic during tape playback.Pres

Setting the clockTo set the hour, press and hold theCLK control and press SEEK:•to decrease hours and•to increase hours.To set the minute, press and h

The CLK button will allow you toswitch between media display mode(radio station, stereo information,etc.) and clock display mode (time).When in clock

To turn on the rear seat controls,press the memory preset controls 3and 5 at the same time. Thewill appear in the display.Pressing 3 and 5 at the same

Turning the speakers on and offPress to turn all speakers on or off.Using headphonesPlug a 3.5 mm headphone (not included) into the jack. Press thespe

Memory preset controlPush the MEMORY controlsuccessively to allow rear seatpassengers to scroll through the 6memory presets in AM, FM1 orFM2.Push the

MACHT Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CDVolume/power controlPress the control to turn the audiosystem on or off.Turn control to raise o

AM/FM selectThe AM/FM select control works inradio, tape and CD modes.AM/FM select in radio modeThis control allows you to select AM or FM frequency b

Tune adjust for CD changer (if equipped)• Press to select the previousdisc in the CD changer. (Play willbegin on the first track of thedisc unless the

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Seek function for CD changer (if equipped)• Press to seek to the previoustrack of the current disc. If aselection has been playing forthree seconds or

Setting memory preset stations1. Select the frequency band withthe AM/FM select control.2. Select a station. Refer to Tuneadjust or Seek function for

Bass adjustThe bass adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s bass output.Press the BASS control then press:• to decrease bas

Speaker fade adjustSpeaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers.Press the FADE control then press:• to shift sound to the frontand•

RewindThe rewind control works in tapeand CD modes.• In tape mode, radio play willcontinue until rewind is stopped(with the TAPE control) or the begin

DolbyTnoise reductionDolbyt noise reduction operatesonly in tape mode. Dolbyt noisereduction reduces the amount ofhiss and static during tape playback

Setting the clockPress the clock/RDS control untilSELECT HOUR is displayed andpress:•to decrease hours and•to increase hours.To set the minute, press

Radio Data System (RDS) featureThis feature allows your audiosystem to receive text informationfrom RDS-equipped FM radiostations.Press and hold the c

RDS select program type• Press the RDS control until FINDprogram type is displayed.• Use the SEL control to select theprogram type. With the featureon

• Use the SEL control to selectTYPE, NAME, TEXT or NONE.When your radio is turned to aRDS station, RDS station TYPE,station NAME, or TEXT messagewill

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If there is a discrepancy between the rear seat and the front audiocontrols, (such as both trying to listen to the same playing media), thefront audio

Turning the speakers on and offPress to turn all speakers on or off.Using headphonesPlug a 3.5 mm headphone (not included) into the jack. Press thespe

Memory preset controlPush the MEMORY controlsuccessively to allow rear seatpassengers to scroll through the 6memory presets in AM, FM1 orFM2.Push the

CD changer (if equipped)The CD changer is located in one of the following locations:• in the trunk• in the center console• under the driver’s seat1. S

If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may comecompletely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holderback into th

The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off.ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer, other types willdamage the uni

• Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changermagazine.Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, ordiscs with re

• Terrain. Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle’santenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems.Static can b

3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking thesteering wheel.4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illumina

Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speedwill be erased.To set a speed• Press SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL.For speed control to

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESCheck engineYour vehicle is equipped with acomputer that monitors the engine’semission control system. This systemis commonly

• Accelerate with your accelerator pedal. When the desired vehiclespeed is reached, press and release SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL.You can accelerate with th

Pressing OFF will erase thepreviously programmed set speed.To return to a previously set speed• Press RES/RSM/RESUME. ForRES/RSM/RESUME to operate,the

TILT STEERING WHEELPull the tilt steering control towardyou to move the steering wheel upor down. Hold the control whileadjusting the wheel to the des

Push (tap) the end of the stalkbriefly for a single swipe (no wash).Push and hold for three swipes withwash. Push and hold for a longerwash (up to ten

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate controlfeatures.Radio control features• Press BAND/MOD

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package.Storage compartment (if equi

• Place the provided heightadaptors onto the back of theGARAGE control as needed.• Press the GARAGE control toactivate the transmitter.Moon roof (if e

Do not let children play with the moon roof. They may seriouslyhurt themselves.Electronic compass/temperature display (if equipped)Outside air tempera

Compass zone adjustment1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in by referring to the zonemap.2. Turn ignition to the ON position.3. Press and hold th

Compass calibration adjustmentPerform this adjustment in an openarea free from steel structures andhigh voltage lines:• Press and hold the MODE contro

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tankwith high quality fuel of the recommended octane and/or properlyinstalling and s

Programming1. Prepare for programming theHomeLinkt Universal Transceiver byerasing the three factory defaultcodes by holding down the twooutside butto

To program your hand-heldtransmitters:• continue to hold the button onthe HomeLinkt UniversalTransceiver.• press and re-press the hand-heldtransmitter

3. Press and release the programmedHomeLinkt button. Press and releasethe HomeLinkt button a second timeto complete the training process.(Some garage

Operating TravelNoteTTravelNotet records and stores messages for up to three minutes in totallength with simple controls. When you get an idea or reme

To delete a message:1. Press and release the DEL buttonwhile listening to a message orshortly after. The indicator light willflash green twice.2. To d

4. The autolamp automatically turns the lamps on and off. The indicatorlight will illuminate when the headlamps turn on.AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR VIEW MI

One touch down• Press AUTO completely down andrelease quickly. The driver’swindow will open fully. Depressagain to stop window operation.One touch dow

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKSWhen these locks are set, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear doors can beopened from the outside when thedoo

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)Both mirrors are heatedautomatically to remove ice, mistand fog when the rear windowdefrost is activated.Do not re

Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure youin a collision.Auxiliary power pointThe power point is an additionalpower source for e