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Adjusting
the
front
power
seat
(if
equipped)
The
control
is
located
on
the
outboard
side
of
the
seat
cushion.
Press
front
to
raise
or
lower
the
front
portion
of
the
seat
cushion.
Press
rear
to
raise
or
lower
the
rear
portion
of
the
seat
cushion.
Press
the
control
to
move
the
seat
forward,
backward,
up
or
down.
Seating
and
Safety
Restraints
99
99
101
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
2
Table of Contents
2
Introduction
5
Safety and Environment Protection
6
Protecting the Environment
6
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
6
Special Instructions
7
Data Recording
7
Using Your Vehicle with a Snowplow
8
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
8
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information
8
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
9
Instrument Cluster
11
Optional Instrument Cluster
11
Standard Instrument Cluster
11
Warning and Control Lights
11
Warning Lights and Chimes
11
Brake System Warning Light
12
Check Fuel Cap
12
Air Bag Readiness
13
Anti-Lock Brake System
13
Check Gage
13
Safety Belt
13
Door Ajar
14
Low Washer
14
Overdrive off
14
Speed Control
14
Gauges
15
Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges
15
Speedometer
15
Standard Instrument Cluster Gauges
15
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
16
Odometer
16
Trip Odometer
16
Battery Voltage Gauge
17
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
17
Fuel Gauge
17
Tachometer
17
Entertainment Systems
18
AM/FM Stereo with CD
18
Audiophile In-Dash Six CD Sound System
18
Dsp
18
Fast Forward
18
Autostore
20
Setting the Clock
20
Automatic Volume Control
21
Premium Am/Fm Stereo/Cassette/Single CD
22
Mp3 Audio System
26
MP3 File Directory Structure
29
MP3 Functions
29
Cassette/Player Care
30
Error Messages
30
Radio Frequencies
30
Radio Reception Factors
30
CD/CD Player Care
31
Climate Controls
32
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
32
Operating Tips
32
Dual Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (DEATC) System
33
Auxiliary System
36
Front Auxiliary Controls
36
Rear Auxiliary Controls
36
Rear Passenger Climate Control
36
Floor Console Climate Controls
37
Rear Window Defroster
37
Lights
38
Headlamp Control
38
Autolamp Delay System
38
Foglamp Control
38
High Beams
39
Flash to Pass
39
Panel Dimmer Control
39
Aiming the Headlamps
40
Headlamp Aim Adjustment
40
Turn Signal Control
41
Interior Lamps
41
Courtesy/Reading Lamps
41
Cargo/Reading Lamps
42
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
42
Replacing the Interior Bulbs
42
Using the Right Bulbs
42
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
44
Replacing Front Parking/Turn Signal Bulbs
45
Replacing Side Repeater Bulbs
47
Replacing Front/Rear Side Marker Bulbs
47
Replacing Tail/Brake/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
47
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
48
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
48
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulb
48
Driver Controls
49
Multi-Function Lever
49
Speed Dependent Wipers
49
Windshield Wiper
49
Changing the Wiper Blades
50
Steering Wheel Adjustment
50
Tilt Steering Column
50
Cell Phone Use
51
Center Console
51
Overhead Console
52
Rear Console Features
52
Storage Compartment
52
Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror
53
Installing a Garage Door Opener
53
Auxiliary Power Point
54
Illuminated Visor Mirror
54
One Touch down
55
Power Windows
55
Rear Auxiliary Power Point
55
Accessory Delay
56
Heated Outside Mirrors
56
Power Side View Mirrors
56
Window Lock
56
Fold-Away Mirrors
57
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
57
Speed Control
57
Setting Speed Control
58
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
59
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
59
Resuming a Set Speed
59
Turning off Speed Control
60
Audio Control Features
61
Steering Wheel Controls
61
Climate Control Features
62
Moon Roof
62
Homelink Wireless Control System
63
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
65
Erasing Homelink Buttons
66
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
66
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
66
Compass
67
Compass Zone Adjustment
67
Electronic Compass/Temperature Display
67
Outside Air Temperature
67
Compass Calibration Adjustment
68
Info Menu
69
Message Center
69
Reset
69
Selectable Features
69
Compass Display
70
Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment
70
Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
71
Average Fuel Economy for FFV-Equipped Vehicles
72
Distance to Empty (DTE)
72
Trip Elapsed Drive Time
72
Setup Menu
73
System Check
73
Autolamp Delay
74
Autolocks
74
Easy Entry/Exit
74
Units (English/Metric)
74
System Warnings
75
Check Engine Temperature
76
Transmission Overheated
76
Data Err
79
Tire Pressure System off
79
Positive Retention Floor Mat
80
Rear Liftgate
80
7 Passenger Stowage:
81
Cargo Cover
81
Cargo Management System
81
5 Passenger Stowage
82
Luggage Rack
82
Locks and Security
84
Keys
84
Power Door Locks
84
Power Door Lock/Unlock Inhibit
84
Childproof Door Locks
85
Remote Entry System
85
Unlocking the Doors
86
Locking the Doors/Liftgate
86
Opening the Liftgate Window
86
Sounding a Panic Alarm
86
Anti-Theft System
86
Memory Seats/Adjustable Pedals/Easy Entry-Exit Feature
87
Activating the Memory Seat Feature
87
Deactivating the Memory Seat Feature
87
Replacing the Battery
87
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
88
How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
88
To Replace the Battery
88
Illuminated Entry
89
Keyless Entry System
90
Programming a Personal Entry Code
90
Anti-Scan Feature
91
To Deactivate/Reactivate the Autolock Feature Using the Keypad
92
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
92
Theft Indicator
93
Automatic Arming
93
Automatic Disarming
93
Replacement Keys
93
Programming Spare Keys
94
Perimeter Alarm System
95
Arming the System
95
Disarming the System
96
Triggering the Anti-Theft System
96
Power Door Lock Disable Feature
96
Deactivating/Activating Power Door Lock Disable Feature
97
Adjustable Head Restraints
98
Seating and Safety Restraints
98
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
99
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
100
Heated Seats
102
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
102
Folding down the 40/20/40 Rear Seats
103
Folding down the 60/40 Rear Seats
103
Rear Seats
103
Operating the 2Nd Row Seat for E-Z Entry
104
Folding the Middle 2Nd Row Seat
106
3Rd Row Stow Feature
107
Second Row Center Seat Storage Space
107
Third Row Seat
107
To Put Seat in Stowed Position
107
To Put Seat in Upright Position
108
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
109
Personal Safety System
109
Safety Restraints
109
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Air Bag Supplemental Restraints
110
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
110
Front Crash Severity Sensor
110
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
110
Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
111
Safety Restraints Precautions
111
Energy Management Feature
112
Automatic Locking Mode
113
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
113
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
113
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
114
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
114
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
114
Safety Belt Pretensioner
115
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
116
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
116
Beltminder
117
Conditions of Operation
117
Deactivating/Activating the Beltminder Feature
119
One Time Disable
119
Safety Belt Maintenance
120
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
121
Important SRS Precautions
121
Children and Air Bags
123
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
123
Determining if the System Is Operational
125
Safety Canopy System
125
How Does the Safety Canopy System Work?
127
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
129
Important Child Restraint Precautions
129
Safety Restraints for Children
129
Child Booster Seats
130
Children and Safety Belts
130
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
130
Types of Booster Seats
131
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
132
Safety Seats for Children
132
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
132
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
134
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
136
Attaching Safety Seats with LATCH Attachments for Child Seat Anchors
139
Driving
143
Starting
143
Positions of the Ignition
143
Important Safety Precautions
143
Starting the Engine
145
Cold Weather Starting (Flexible Fuel Vehicles Only)
145
Brakes
146
If the Engine Fails to Start Using the Preceding Instructions
146
Using the Engine Block Heater
146
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
146
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
147
ABS Warning Lamp
147
Parking Brake
147
Steering
148
Preparing to Drive Your Vehicle
149
Automatic Transmission Operation
149
Brake-Shift Interlock
149
Driving with a 5–Speed Automatic Transmission
151
Forced Downshifts
153
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
153
Reverse Sensing System
154
Limited-Slip Axle
156
All Wheel Drive (Awd) System
156
Driving through Water
156
Vehicle Loading
157
Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
158
Trailer Towing
159
4X2 W/Automatic Transmission
160
AWD W/Automatic Transmission
160
Preparing to Tow
161
Hitches
161
Safety Chains
161
Trailer Brakes
161
Driving While You Tow
162
Servicing after Towing
162
Trailer Towing Tips
162
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
163
Recreational Towing (All Wheels on the Ground)
163
Roadside Emergencies
164
Getting Roadside Assistance
164
Using Roadside Assistance
165
Hazard Flasher Switch
165
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
166
Fuses and Relays
167
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
167
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
168
To Remove a Fuse
168
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel (Top Side)
171
Power Distribution Box
172
High-Current Fuses
173
Rear Relay Box
175
Auxiliary Relay Box
176
Changing the Tires
177
Spare Tire Information
177
Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
177
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
178
Removing the Jack and Tools
179
Removing the Spare Tire
180
Changing the Spare Tire
181
Stowing the Flat/Spare Tire
183
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
184
Re-Stowing the Jack and Tools
184
Preparing Your Vehicle
185
Connecting the Jumper Cables
185
Jump Starting
188
Removing the Jumper Cables
188
Wrecker Towing
190
Customer Assistance
191
The Dispute Settlement Board
194
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration
197
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
197
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
198
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
200
Cleaning
201
Washing the Exterior
201
Waxing
201
Paint Chips
202
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
202
Engine
202
4.6L V8 Engine
203
4.0L SOHC V6 Engine
203
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
204
Windows and Wiper Blades
204
Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
204
Interior Trim
205
Interior
205
Leather Seats
205
Underbody
205
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Car Care Products
206
Maintenance and Specifications
207
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
207
Service Recommendations
207
Working with the Engine off
207
Opening the Hood
208
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
210
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
212
Windshield Washer Fluid
212
Checking the Engine Oil
213
Adding Engine Oil
216
Engine Oil Recommendations
216
Engine Oil Filter Recommendation
217
Battery
218
Checking Engine Coolant
220
Adding Engine Coolant
221
Recycled Engine Coolant
223
Coolant Refill Capacity
224
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
224
Severe Climates
224
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling (4.6L V8 Engine Only)
224
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
225
Fuel Information
226
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
226
Choosing the Right Fuel
228
FFV Engine
229
Fuel Quality
229
Octane Recommendations
229
Unleaded Gasoline Engines
229
Cleaner Air
230
Fuel Filler Cap
230
Running out of Fuel
230
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
231
Fuel Filter
231
Measuring Techniques
231
Filling the Tank
232
Filling the Tank for FFV Equipped Vehicles
232
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
233
Habits
233
Conditions
234
EPA Window Sticker
234
Flex Fuel (E-85) Cruising Range
234
Maintenance
234
Emission Control System
235
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
236
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
236
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
237
Brake Fluid Reservoir
238
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
238
Transmission Fluid
238
Checking and Adding Transfer Case Fluid
239
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
239
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
240
Traction AA a B C
240
Treadwear
240
Servicing Your Tires
241
Temperature a B C
241
Tire Rotation
241
Replacing Tires
242
Changing Tires with TPMS
243
Low Tire Warning System
243
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
243
Motorcraft Part Numbers
244
Using Snow Tires and Traction Devices
244
Refill Capacities
245
Lubricant Specifications
247
Engine Data
249
Vehicle Dimensions
250
Certification Label
251
Identifying Your Vehicle
251
Engine Number
252
Vehicle Identification Number
252
Accessories
253
Index
257
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Mercury Mountaineer 2003 Specifications
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Brand
Mercury
Model
Mountaineer 2003
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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