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3.0L
DOHC
ENGINE
PLASTIC
(NON-PAINTED)
EXTERIOR
PARTS
Use
only
approved
products
to
clean
plastic
parts.
These
products
are
available
from
your
authorized
dealer
.
•
For
routine
cleaning,
use
Motorcraft
Detail
W
ash
(ZC-3-A).
•
If
tar
or
grease
spots
are
present,
use
Motorcraft
Bug
and
T
ar
Remover
(ZC-42).
•
For
plastic
headlamp
lenses,
use
Motorcraft
Ultra
Clear
Spray
Glass
Cleaner
(ZC-23).
2008
Milan
(mln)
Owners
Guide
(post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)
Cleaning
243
242
244
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Perchlorate Material
4
Safety and Environment Protection
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Special Notices
5
Special Instructions
6
Service Data Recording
6
Event Data Recording
6
Cell Phone Use
7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
8
Instrument Cluster
10
Warning Lights and Chimes
10
Service Engine Soon
10
Check Fuel Cap
11
Brake System Warning Light
11
Anti-Lock Brake System
11
Airbag Readiness
12
Safety Belt
12
Charging System
12
Engine Oil Pressure
12
Speed Control
13
Anti-Theft System
13
Throttle Control/Transmission
13
Turn Signal
13
Gauges
14
Speedometer
14
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
14
Fuel Gauge
15
Tachometer
15
Odometer
15
Trip Odometer
15
Entertainment Systems
16
Audio Systems
16
Listening to the Radio
16
Quick Start — How to Get Going
16
Listening to a CD/MP3
17
Listening to Satellite Radio
17
Accessory Delay
20
AM/FM Single CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible Sound System
20
AM/FM Stereo with CD
20
Category
21
Satellite Radio Menu
21
Save Song
21
Delete All Songs
22
Delete Song
22
Enable Alerts / Disable Alerts
22
Setting the Clock
22
Bal
23
Bass
23
Fade
23
Treb
23
Track/Folder Mode
24
AM/FM Stereo with In-Dash Six CD
27
Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
35
Required Equipment
35
To Play Your Portable Music Player Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
35
Troubleshooting
36
USB Port
36
CD/CD Player Care
37
General Audio Information
37
Radio Frequencies
37
Radio Reception Factors
37
Audio System Warranty and Service
39
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
39
Sample MP3 Structure
40
Satellite Radio Channels
40
Satellite Radio Information
40
Satellite Radio Reception Factors
40
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
41
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Service
41
Navigation System
43
Sync System (Late Availability)
43
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
44
Climate Controls
44
In the MAX A/C Mode
45
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System Operating Tips
45
Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) System
46
MAX A/C Setting
46
Temperature Conversion
46
Recirculation Control
47
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) System with Heated Seats
48
Automatic Operation
50
In MAX A/C Setting
50
Override Operation
50
Rear Window Defroster
51
Lights
52
Autolamp Control
52
Autolamps - Programmable Exit Delay
52
Headlamp Control
52
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
53
Fog Lamp Control
53
Flash to Pass
54
High Beams
54
Panel Dimmer Control
54
Aiming the Headlamps
55
Vertical Aim Adjustment
55
Dome Lamps and Map Lamps
56
Interior Lamps
56
Turn Signal Control
56
Ambient/Mood Lighting
57
Bulb Replacement
57
Headlamp Condensation
57
Using the Right Bulbs
57
Highbeam Bulb Replacement
58
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
58
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
58
Lowbeam Bulb Replacement
60
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
62
Replacing Front Side Marker Bulbs
64
Replacing Rear Turn Signal Bulbs
64
Replacing Stop/Tail/Turn/And Side Marker Bulbs
64
Replacing Backup Lamp Bulbs
65
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs
66
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulb
66
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
66
Driver Controls
68
Multi-Function Lever
68
Windshield Washer
68
Windshield Wiper
68
Illuminated Visor Mirror
69
Slide on Rod Feature
69
Steering Wheel Adjustment
69
Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel
69
To Adjust the Steering Wheel
69
Center Console
70
Overhead Console
70
Storage Compartment
70
Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)
71
Clock
71
Instrument Panel Storage Compartment
71
Cigar/Cigarette Lighter
72
Power Windows
72
One Touch down (AUTO)
73
Rear Window Buffeting
73
Window Lock
73
Automatic Dimming Interior Rear View Mirror
74
Interior Mirror
74
Exterior Mirrors
75
Heated Mirrors
75
Power Side View Mirrors
75
Setting Speed Control
75
Disengaging Speed Control
76
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
77
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
77
Resuming a Set Speed
77
Radio Control Features
78
Steering Wheel Controls
78
Turning off Speed Control
78
In CD Mode
79
In Radio Mode
79
In Satellite Radio Mode
79
Navigation System Hands Free Control Features
79
Moon Roof
80
Navigation System/Sync Hands Free Control Features
80
SYNC System Hands Free Control Feature
80
Bounce Back
81
Bounce Back Override
81
To Close the Moon Roof
81
To Open the Moon Roof
81
Info Menu
82
Message Center
82
Reset
82
Selectable Features
82
Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
83
Distance to Empty (DTE)
83
Odometer/Trip Odometer
83
Average Speed
84
Compass Display
84
Trip Elapsed Drive Time
84
Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment
85
Setup Menu
86
System Check
86
Easy Entry/Exit
87
Language
87
Units (English/Metric)
87
Reverse Sensing System (Park Assist)
88
System Warnings
88
Interior Trunk Control
91
Locks and Security
92
Keys
92
Recommended Handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
93
Power Door Locks
94
Smart Locks
94
Power Door Lock/Unlock Inhibit Feature
94
Autolock Feature
95
Autounlock Feature
96
Deactivating/Activating Autolock Feature
96
Keyless Entry Key Pad Procedure
97
Deactivating/Activating Autounlock Feature
97
Childproof Door Locks
99
Interior Luggage Compartment Release
99
Remote Entry System
101
Unlocking the Doors/Two Stage Unlock
102
Locking the Doors
102
Car Finder
102
Sounding a Panic Alarm
102
Opening the Trunk
103
Replacing the Battery
103
Replacing Lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
104
How to Reprogram Your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
104
Illuminated Entry
104
Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
104
Deactivating/Activating Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
105
Illuminated Exit
105
Battery Saver
106
Keyless Entry System
106
Programming a Personal Entry Code
106
To Create Your Own Personal Entry Code
106
Erasing Personal Code
107
Anti-Scan Feature
107
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
107
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
108
Anti-Theft Indicator
108
Automatic Arming
109
Automatic Disarming
109
Replacement Integrated Keyless Transmitters (IKT) and Coded Keys
109
Programming Spare Keys
109
Perimeter Alarm System
111
Arming the System
111
Disarming the System
112
Triggering the Anti-Theft System
112
Adjustable Head Restraints
113
Seating and Safety Restraints
113
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
114
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
114
Folding down the Front Passenger Seatback
115
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
116
Heated Seats
117
Rear Seats
118
Split-Folding Rear Seatbacks
118
Personal Safety System
120
Safety Restraints
120
Seat Mounted Cup Holders and Armrest Storage Compartment
120
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints
121
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
121
Front Crash Severity Sensor
121
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
121
Front Passenger Sensing System
122
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
122
Determining if the Personal Safety System
123
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
123
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
123
Is Operational
123
Safety Belt Precautions
124
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
125
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard
125
Automatic Locking Mode
126
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
126
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
126
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
126
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
127
Safety Belt Pretensioner
127
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
128
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
128
Safety Belt Maintenance
128
Belt-Minder
129
Conditions of Operation
129
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
129
One Time Disable
132
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
134
Important Supplemental Restraint System Precautions
134
Children and Airbags
136
If the Airbag Readiness Light Is Lit
142
Determining if the System Is Operational
143
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System
143
How Does the Side Airbag System Work?
144
Side Curtain Airbag System
146
How Does the Side Air Curtain System Work?
147
Disposal of Airbags and Airbag Equipped Vehicles
149
Important Child Restraint Precautions
149
Safety Restraints for Children
149
Child Booster Seats
150
Children and Safety Belts
150
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
150
Types of Booster Seats
151
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
152
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
153
Safety Seats for Children
153
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
157
Tires, Wheels and Loading
161
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
161
Traction AA a B C
161
Treadwear
161
Glossary of Tire Terminology
162
Temperature a B C
162
Tires
162
Inflating Your Tires
163
Tire Inflation
163
Inspecting Your Tires
165
Tire Care
165
Damage
166
Tire Wear
166
Tire Replacement Requirements
167
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
167
Safety Practices
168
Highway Hazards
169
Tire and Wheel Alignment
169
Tire Rotation
169
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
170
Information on “P” Type Tires
171
Information on “T” Type Tires
175
Location of the Tire Label
175
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
176
Changing Tires with TPMS
177
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
177
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
178
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
178
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
179
When Inflating Your Tires
179
Snow Tires and Chains
180
Vehicle Loading
180
Base Curb Weight
181
Payload
181
Vehicle Curb Weight
181
Cargo Weight –
182
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
183
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
183
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
184
Recreational Towing
185
Trailer Towing
185
Driving
187
Starting
187
Positions of the Ignition
187
Starting Your Vehicle
187
Important Safety Precautions
188
Before Starting the Vehicle
188
Starting the Engine
190
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
190
Important Ventilating Information
190
Engine Block Heater
190
How to Use the Engine Block Heater
192
Brakes
192
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
192
ABS Warning Lamp
193
Using ABS
193
Parking Brake
193
Traction Control™
194
Steering
195
To Help Prevent Damage to the Power Steering System
195
Speed Sensitive Steering
196
Automatic Transmission Operation
196
Brake-Shift Interlock
196
P (Park)
198
R (Reverse)
198
N (Neutral)
199
D (Drive)
199
L (Low)
199
To Put Your Vehicle in Gear
200
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
200
Manual Transmission Operation
201
Using the Clutch
201
To Start the Vehicle
201
Recommended Shift Speeds
202
Reverse
202
Parking Your Vehicle
202
Removing the Key
202
Reverse Sensing System
203
All Wheel Drive (Awd) System
205
Driving Off-Highway with AWD Vehicles
205
Basic Operating Principles
205
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
205
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
206
Emergency Maneuvers
206
AWD Systems
207
Sand
207
Mud and Water
207
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
208
Driving on Snow and Ice
209
Maintenance and Modifications
210
Driving through Water
210
Getting Roadside Assistance
211
Roadside Emergencies
211
Using Roadside Assistance
212
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
213
Hazard Flasher Switch
213
To Reset the Switch
213
Fuses and Relays
214
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
214
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
214
High-Current Fuses
217
Power Distribution Box
217
Changing the Tires
220
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
220
Removing the Spare Tire and Jack
222
Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
222
Tire Change Procedure
223
Stowing the Wheel and Jack
225
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
225
Jump Starting
226
Preparing Your Vehicle
226
Connecting the Jumper Cables
227
Removing the Jumper Cables
229
Wrecker Towing
231
At Home
232
Away from Home
232
Getting the Services You Need
232
Customer Assistance
232
Additional Assistance
233
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
238
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
239
Cleaning
240
Washing the Exterior
240
Exterior Chrome
240
Waxing
241
Paint Chips
241
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
241
Engine
242
2.3L I4 Engine
242
3.0L Dohc Engine
243
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
243
Windows and Wiper Blades
244
Instrument Panel/Interior Trim and Cluster Lens
244
Interior
245
Leather Seats
246
Underbody
246
Ford and Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products
246
Maintenance and Specifications
248
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
248
Service Recommendations
248
Working with the Engine off
248
Opening the Hood
249
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
250
3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec Engine
251
Changing the Wiper Blades
252
Windshield Washer Fluid
252
Checking the Engine Oil
253
Engine Oil
253
Adding Engine Oil
256
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
257
Use SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil
257
Battery
258
Checking Engine Coolant
260
Engine Coolant
260
Adding Engine Coolant
261
Coolant Refill Capacity
264
Recycled Engine Coolant
264
Severe Climates
264
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
265
If the Engine Begins to Overheat
265
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling (2.3L I4 Engine Only)
265
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
265
Fuel Filter
266
Fuel Information
266
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
266
Fuel Filler Cap
268
Refueling
268
When Fueling Your Vehicle
268
Choosing the Right Fuel
269
Cleaner Air
270
Fuel Quality
270
Octane Recommendations
270
Running out of Fuel
270
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
271
Filling the Tank
271
Measuring Techniques
271
Calculating Fuel Economy
272
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
272
Habits
272
Conditions
273
Maintenance
273
Emission Control System
274
EPA Window Sticker
274
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
275
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
276
Power Steering Fluid
277
Brake/Clutch Fluid
278
Checking 5–Speed Automatic Transaxle Fluid
278
Transaxle Fluid
278
Correct Fluid Level
279
Low Fluid Level
279
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
280
Checking 6–Speed Automatic Transmission Fluid
280
High Fluid Level
280
Air Filter
283
Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid
283
Changing the Air Filter Element
284
Motorcraft Part Numbers
285
Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities
287
Engine Data
290
Engine Drivebelt Routing
290
Identifying Your Vehicle
291
Safety Compliance Certification Label
291
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
291
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
292
Accessories
293
Genuine Mercury Accessories for Your Vehicle
293
Exterior Style
293
Interior Style
293
Wheel Locks
294
Vehicle Security Systems
294
Index
295
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Brand
Mercury
Model
2008 Milan
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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