Table Of Contents - Mercury 2000 Grand Marquis Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
Icons2
Introduction2
Warnings3
Breaking-In Your Vehicle3
Vehicle Symbol Glossary4
Instrumentation6
Warning Lights And Chimes8
Standard Instrument Cluster8
Optional Instrument Cluster8
Low Fuel8
Check Engine9
Light Turns On Solid9
Light Is Blinking10
Air Bag Readiness10
Engine Coolant Temperature10
Safety Belt10
Brake System Warning11
Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)11
Turn Signal11
High Beams11
Charging System12
Engine Oil Pressure12
Air Suspension12
O/D Off13
Traction Control13
Message Center Indicator Lights13
Speed Control13
Door Ajar14
Low Washer Fluid14
Trunk Ajar14
Safety Belt Warning Chime14
Headlamps On Warning Chime15
Standard Instrument Cluster Gauges15
Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges15
Fuel Gauge15
Speedometer16
Odometer17
Trip Odometer18
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge18
Battery Voltage Gauge19
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge19
Electronic Message Center20
Selectable Features20
Reset20
E/M21
Select21
To Reset Any Function21
Message Center Functions21
Avg Fuel Economy22
Trip A And Trip B23
Avg Speed (Average Speed)23
Controls And Features24
Panel Dimmer Control24
Headlamp Control24
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)24
Flash To Pass25
Autolamp Control25
Rear Window Defroster25
Climate Control System26
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System26
Fan Speed Control26
Temperature Control Knob26
Operating Tips27
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (Eatc) System28
Turning The Eatc On29
Turning The Eatc Off29
Automatic Operation29
Temperature Selection29
Temperature Conversion30
Fan Speed31
Manual Override Controls31
Displaying Outside Temperature33
Clock34
Using Your Audio System35
Am/Fm Stereo Cassette35
Volume/Power Control35
Am/Fm Select36
Am/Fm Select In Radio Mode36
Am/Fm Select In Tape Mode36
Tune Adjust In Radio Mode36
Scan Function37
Scan Function In Radio Mode37
Radio Station Memory Preset37
Setting Memory Preset Stations37
Treble Adjust38
Speaker Balance Adjust38
Speaker Fade Adjust38
Tape Select38
Automatic Music Search39
Rewind39
Fast Forward39
Tape Direction Select39
Dolby Noise Reduction40
Am/Fm Stereo / Single Cd Radio40
Premium Am/Fm Stereo/Cassette (Cd Changer Compatible)46
Scan Function In Tape Mode49
Scan Function In Cd Mode49
Starting Autoset Memory Preset50
Bass Adjust50
Setting The Clock55
Cd Changer55
Troubleshooting The Cd Changer57
If Sound Skips57
If Your Changer Does Not Work57
Cleaning Compact Discs58
Cd And Cd Changer Care58
Cassette And Cassette Player Care58
Radio Frequency Information58
Radio Reception Factors59
Turn Signal Control59
Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls60
Cornering Lamps60
Positions Of The Ignition60
Tilt Steering61
Overdrive Control61
Activating Overdrive61
Deactivating Overdrive61
To Turn Speed Control On62
To Turn Speed Control Off62
To Set A Speed63
To Set A Higher Set Speed63
To Set A Lower Set Speed64
To Disengage Speed Control64
To Return To A Previously Set Speed65
Indicator Light65
Homelink Universal Transceiver65
Programming66
Canadian Programming67
Operating The Homelink Universal Transceiver67
Rolling Code Programming67
Erasing Homelink Buttons68
Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button68
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror69
Electronic Compass69
Compass Zone Adjustment70
Compass Calibration Adjustment71
Trunk Remote Control71
Power Windows72
Express Down72
Power Door Locks73
Window Lock73
Smart Locks73
Power Side View Mirrors73
Childproof Door Locks74
Positive Retention Floor Mat74
Remote Entry System75
Unlocking The Doors75
Locking The Doors75
Deactivating/Activating The Horn Chirp Feature75
Autolock76
Relock76
Deactivating/Activating The Autolock Feature76
Opening The Trunk78
Sounding A Panic Alarm78
Illuminated Entry79
Replacing The Battery79
Replacing Lost Transmitters80
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System80
Theft Indicator81
Programming Spare Securilock Keys81
Keyless Entry System82
Programming Your Own Entry Code83
Erasing Personal Code84
Locking Doors With The Keyless Entry System85
Interior Luggage Compartment Release85
Head Restraints87
Adjusting The Front Manual Seat87
Seating And Safety Restraints87
Using The Manual Recline Function88
To Adjust The Front Seatback Using The Manual Recliner89
Adjusting The Power Front Seats – Door Mounted Controls89
Adjusting The Power Seats – Seat Mounted Controls90
Safety Restraints91
Using The Power Lumbar Support91
Safety Restraints Precautions91
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts92
Vehicle Sensitive Mode93
Automatic Locking Mode93
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode93
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode94
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode94
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment95
Adjusting The Lap Belt95
Safety Belt Extension Assembly96
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime96
Conditions Of Operation97
Belt Minder97
One Time Disable99
Deactivating/Activating The Belt Minder Feature99
Safety Belt Maintenance100
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)101
Important Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) Precautions101
Children And Air Bags103
How Does The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?103
Determining If The System Is Operational105
Disposal Of Air Bags And Air Bag Equipped Vehicles105
Safety Restraints For Children105
Important Child Restraint Precautions106
Children And Safety Belts106
Safety Seats For Children107
Child And Infant Or Child Safety Seats107
When Installing A Child Safety Seat107
Installing Child Safety Seats In The Lap Belt Seating Positions111
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps111
Starting113
Preparing To Start Your Vehicle113
Important Safety Precautions113
Starting The Engine115
Using The Engine Block Heater116
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes116
Important Ventilating Information117
Brakes118
Driving118
Abs Warning Lamp119
Using Abs119
Parking Brake With Auto-Release119
Steering122
Speed Sensitive Steering (Except Police Vehicles)122
Air Suspension System (If Equipped)122
Automatic Transmission Operation123
Brake-Shift Interlock123
Driving With A 4–Speed Automatic Transmission124
Understanding Gearshift Positions124
Overdrive125
Drive125
Traction-Lok Axle126
Vehicle Loading127
Trailer Towing128
Preparing To Tow129
Hitches129
Safety Chains129
Trailer Brakes129
Driving While You Tow130
When Towing A Trailer130
Servicing After Towing130
Trailer Towing Tips130
Recreational Towing (All Wheels On The Ground)131
All Rear Wheel Drive (Rwd) Vehicles131
Driving Through Water132
Roadside Emergencies133
Getting Roadside Assistance133
Using Roadside Assistance133
Hazard Flasher134
Resetting The Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch134
Fuses And Relays135
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color136
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel136
Power Distribution Box138
High-Current Fuses139
Changing The Tires140
Relays140
Temporary Spare Tire Information140
Tire Change Procedure141
Anti-Theft Lug Nuts143
To Remove The Anti-Theft Lug Nut144
Jump Starting Your Vehicle144
To Install The Anti-Theft Lug Nut144
Preparing Your Vehicle145
Connecting The Jumper Cables145
Jump Starting147
Removing The Jumper Cables147
Wrecker Towing149
Maintenance And Care150
Service Recommendations150
To Help You Service Your Vehicle150
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle150
Working With The Engine Off151
Working With The Engine On151
Opening The Hood151
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment152
4.6L Sohc V8 Engine152
Checking The Engine Oil153
Adding Engine Oil154
Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations155
Brake Fluid156
Checking And Adding Brake Fluid156
Windshield Washer Fluid157
Checking And Adding Washer Fluid157
Checking Engine Coolant157
Adding Engine Coolant158
Recycled Engine Coolant160
Coolant Refill Capacity160
Severe Climates161
If You Drive In Extremely Hot Climates161
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling161
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works162
If The Engine Begins To Overheat162
Continued Operation Will Increase The Engine Temperature163
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated163
Checking And Adding Power Steering Fluid164
Transmission Fluid164
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid164
Low Fluid Level165
Correct Fluid Level165
High Fluid Level166
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels166
Battery167
Air Filter Maintenance169
Changing The Air Filter Element169
Windshield Wiper Blades170
Checking The Wiper Blades170
Changing The Wiper Blades170
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading171
To Replace The Wiper Blades171
Treadwear172
Traction Aa A B C172
Temperature A B C172
Servicing Your Tires173
Checking The Tire Pressure173
Tire Rotation173
Replacing The Tires174
Snow Tires And Chains175
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels175
When Fueling Your Vehicle178
Choosing The Right Fuel178
Octane Recommendations179
Fuel Quality179
Cleaner Air179
Running Out Of Fuel179
Fuel Filter180
If You Have Run Out Of Fuel180
Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy180
Measuring Techniques180
Calculating Fuel Economy181
Driving Style — Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits181
For Consistent Results When Filling The Fuel Tank181
Habits182
Maintenance182
Conditions182
Emission Control System183
Epa Window Sticker183
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing184
Replacing Exterior Bulbs185
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs185
To Remove The Headlamp Bulb185
To Install The New Bulb186
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs187
Replacing Tail Lamp/Brake/Turn Lamp Bulbs187
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs189
Replacing Backup Lamp Bulbs189
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs189
Replacing The Interior Bulbs189
Aiming The Headlamps190
Cleaning And Caring For Your Vehicle190
Washing Your Vehicle191
Waxing Your Vehicle191
Repairing Paint Chips192
Cleaning The Wheels192
Cleaning Non-Painted Plastic Exterior Parts192
Underbody192
Cleaning The Wiper Blades, Windshield And Rear Window193
Cleaning The Engine193
Cleaning The Instrument Panel194
Cleaning The Instrument Cluster Lens194
Cleaning Seats Equipped With Side Air Bags195
Woodtone Trim195
Inside Windows195
Cleaning And Maintaining The Safety Belts195
Cleaning Leather Seats196
Cleaning The Interior Fabric196
Capacities And Specifications197
Motorcraft Part Numbers197
Refill Capacities197
Lubricant Specifications198
Engine Data200
Vehicle Dimensions200
Identifying Your Vehicle202
Certification Label202
Vehicle Identification Number202
Engine Number202
Ford Extended Service Plan203
Customer Assistance203
Reporting Safety Defects214
Index215
Filling Station Information224