Mercury 2000 Mystique User Manual

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Contents
Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 6
Controls and features 22
Seating and safety restraints 74
Starting and driving
Starting 108
Driving 116
Roadside emergencies 141
Servicing
Maintenance and care 162
Capacities and specifications 223
Customer assistance 223
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 241
Index 242
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Mercury 2000 Mystique Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	2000 Mystique
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Instrumentation

Instrument Cluster Overview

Details the main dashboard gauges, indicators, and controls.

Check Engine Light

Alerts to potential issues with the engine's emission control system.

Controls and Features

Seating and Safety Restraints

Using Safety Restraints Properly

Guidance on the correct use of lap and shoulder seat belts.

Children and Air Bags

Safety advice regarding children and the air bag system.

Starting

Important Safety Precautions

General safety advice and warnings for starting the vehicle.

Preparing to Start the Vehicle

Steps to take before starting the vehicle's engine.

Starting the Engine

Detailed procedure for starting the vehicle's engine.

Driving

Brakes and ABS

Traction Control System

Transaxle Operation

Roadside Emergencies

Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch

Tire Changing Procedure

Jump Starting Your Vehicle

Safety precautions and procedures for jump starting a vehicle.

Maintenance and Care

Service Recommendations

Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle

General safety precautions to follow during vehicle servicing.

Engine Oil Check and Add

How to check and add engine oil to the vehicle.

Cooling System - Engine Coolant

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)

Reporting Vehicle Defects to NHTSA

Procedure for reporting vehicle safety defects to the NHTSA.