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2010 Mariner (mrn)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Manual heating and air conditioning Dual automatic temperature control Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 2 Reverse sensing system Rear-view camera system Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 3 Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2009 Ford Motor Company...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com •...
  • Page 5 Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 6 Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 7 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may...
  • Page 8 Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. To the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data Recording applies to SYNC or its...
  • Page 9 WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
  • Page 10 Brake Fluid - Parking Aid System Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Rear Window Defrost/Demist Defrost/Demist 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 11 Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Jack Air Filter Low Tire Pressure Check Fuel Cap Warning 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 12: Instrument Cluster

    If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 13 A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 14 For more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 15 High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 16: Gauges

    Message center activation chime: Sounds when a warning message (except PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED while parked) appears in the message center display for the first time. GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 17 See TRIP A/B under Message center in this chapter. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 18: Message Center

    For more information, refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter. MILES (km) TO E This displays an estimate of approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 19 Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy. When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows ↓, one or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 20 OIL LIFE This displays the remaining oil life. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 21 This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected. Press the RESET button to turn it off or on. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 22 • Some messages can be acknowledged and reset by pressing RESET. This allows you to use the full message center functionality by clearing the message. DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver’s door is not completely closed. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 23 Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON — Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 24 ACTIVE PARK CANCELLED (if equipped) — Displayed when the active park assist feature has been canceled when it is in use. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 25 See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. ACTIVE PARK FINISHED (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 26 Driving chapter for more information. ACTIVE PARK DEACTIVATED (if equipped) — Displayed when the active park feature has been turned off. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 27: Entertainment Systems

    AM/FM/single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
  • Page 28 10 in AM, 10 in FM1 and FM2. Saving presets automatically (Autoset)– Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 29 NO DISC will appear in the display. LOAD: This control is not operational. To load a CD, simply insert the disc, label side up, into the CD slot. EJECT: Press EJECT to eject the CD. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 30 Use SEEK/TRACK to switch between ON/OFF. When COMPRESSION is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 31 SCAN: Press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite channels. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.) press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite channels within the selected category. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 32 (If you try to save something other than a song, CANT SAVE will appear in the display.) When the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel, the system will alert you with 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 33 LOCK/UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL is displayed and the display will read ENTER PIN. Enter your four-digit PIN number (initial PIN is 1234) and the system will lock/unlock the channel and CHANNEL LOCKED or UNLOCKED will be displayed. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 34 Recommended level is 1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 35: Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)

    Auxiliary input jack (Line in) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.

  • Page 36: Play Music Player Using Input Jack

    6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN or SYNC LINE IN appears in the display. You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may be low. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 37: Usb Port

    USB port (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
  • Page 38 • Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 39 CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.
  • Page 40 .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255. • Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation through the disc files. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 41: Satellite Radio Information

    • Antenna obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 42 Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.
  • Page 43 The system is working properly. NO TEXT Song title information Song title information not not available. available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 44: Navigation System

    Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC , a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement or to the SYNC section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped). 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 45: Climate Controls

    : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents (if equipped). : Distributes air through the demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents (if equipped). 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 46 • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, select (defrost) or (floor/defrost). • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the system off or with (recirculated air) engaged and A/C off. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 47 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 48: Dual Automatic Temperature Control

    Press AUTO to return to full automatic control. Power/ : Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 49 Press the MAX A/C button again for normal A/C operation. 13. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 50: Automatic Operation

    3. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). • Manual operation: 1. Select MAX A/C. 2. Select 3. Select (recirculated air) to provide colder airflow. 4. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 51: Rear Window Defroster

    This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 52: Lights

    The delay time is set to 20 seconds at the factory, but the delay time may be changed by following the steps below (Steps 1 through 6 must be done within 10 seconds): 1. Turn the key to the off position. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 53 The fog lamp indicator light will illuminate. High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever toward you to deactivate. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 54 Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn on the interior lamps. Rotate to full down position (past detent) to prevent interior lamps from illuminating when the doors are opened. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 55 If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 56: Turn Signal Control

    To turn off the domelamp, rotate the panel dimmer control to the full down position past the detent. Note: When manually in the off position, the dome lamp will not illuminate when the door(s) are opened. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 57 ON position. • the control is in the DOOR position and any door is open. When the control is in the OFF position, it will not illuminate when you open the doors. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 58: Bulb Replacement

    Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water leak) are: • Water puddle inside the lamp • Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 59 To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 60 When the grooves in the plastic base are aligned, turn the new bulb clockwise to install. Replacing front parking lamp and turn signal bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 61 2. Depress the lever and carefully pry the license plate lamp assembly (located above the license plate) from the liftgate. 3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 62 2. Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by depressing the snaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. Install the new bulbs in reverse order. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 63 3. Carefully disconnect the bulb from the harness assembly via the two snap clips. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 64: Driver Controls

    When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 65: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    3. Push the steering column tilt lever up. This will lock the steering wheel in position. WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 66 Storage compartment (if equipped) Press the release on the door to open the storage compartment. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 67 2. Turn ignition to the on position. 3. Start the engine. 7 8 9 1011 4. Press the SETUP control to select the Update Zone function and display the current ZONE XX in the center stack display. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 68 (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CAL display changes to the direction value. It may take up to five circles to complete calibration. 4. The compass is now calibrated. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 69 MP3 players, CDs or handbags. To remove, open the console lid and pull the bin straight up and out from the console housing. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 70 • do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 71: Power Windows

    Press the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 72 Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 73: Mirrors

    Your vehicle is equipped with blind spot mirrors. Refer to Blind spot mirrors in the Driving chapter. Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 74: Speed Control

    Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 75 Resuming a set speed Press the RES control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 76 • Press the OFF control. • Turn off the ignition. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 77 In Satellite radio mode (if equipped): • Press to advance through preset channels. In any mode: • Press VOL + or VOL - to adjust the volume. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 78 Navigation display to use the voice command feature. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press and hold to exit phone mode or end a call. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 79: Moon Roof

    If during a bounce-back condition, the control is released to the neutral position, then held in the one-touch position within two seconds after the moon 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 80 WARNING: Make sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or security device you are programming. Do not program the Car2U system with the vehicle in the garage. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 81 If a panel of DIP switches is present your garage door opener is a fixed code device. If not, your garage door opener is a rolling code device. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 82 If you cannot locate the “learn” button, refer to the Owner’s Guide of your garage door opener or call the toll-free Car2U system help line at 1-866-57Car2U (1-866-572-2728). 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 83 Fixed code programming Note: Do not program the Car2U system with the vehicle in the garage. Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the transmitter. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 84 Car2U system by pressing and releasing the buttons corresponding to the settings you circled. 4. After inputting switch settings, simultaneously press and release all three Car2U system buttons. The indicator lights will turn on. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 85 The codes for all buttons are erased. If you sell your vehicle equipped with the Car2U system, it is recommended that you erase the programming for security reasons. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 86 Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate window open while driving. Doing so could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 87 WARNING: Do not place any objects on the cargo area shade. They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 88 Your vehicle may be equipped with factory-installed crossbars. Ford Genuine Accessory crossbars, designed specifically for your vehicle, are also recommended for use with your roof rack system.
  • Page 89 To remove the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) from the roof rack side rails: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide the cross-bar to the end of the rail. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 90 3. Slide the cross-bar assemblies over the end cap tongue and into the side rails. 4. Tighten thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 91: Locks And Security

    Note: Your vehicle’s IKTs were issued with a security label that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you keep the label in a safe place for future reference. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 92 MyKey™ into the ignition. Turn the ignition on. Use the message center buttons to do the following: 1. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY is displayed. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 93 6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional settings. Disable MyKey™ To reset all MyKeys™ as Admin keys do the following: 1. Turn the vehicle on using the Admin key. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 94 MyKey™ is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see your authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system. When using a Ford-approved remote start system, the default settings will recognize the remote start system as an additional Admin Key with its associated privileges.
  • Page 95 Refer to Create a MyKey™ section • Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as MyKey™. Refer to Using MyKey™ with remote start systems section. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 96 Refer to Using MyKey™ with Remote start systems section. • MyKey™ is not being used by the MyKey™ miles does not accumulate intended user. • MyKey™ system has been recently cleared. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 97: Locks

    • Through your authorized dealer, or • Performing the power door lock control procedure, or • Performing the keyless entry keypad procedure, or • Performing the message center procedure. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 98 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been enabled. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 99 You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 100 With the key in any ignition position, the driver’s door will automatically unlock if it is locked using the power lock control on the driver’s door panel while the driver’s door is open. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 101 (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 102 The turn signal will flash twice to indicate that the vehicle has switched to one step unlocking. Repeat the procedure to switch back to two step unlocking. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 103 Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off position. Replacing the battery The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 104 Note: At least two IKTs are required to perform this procedure yourself. Illuminated entry The interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry system keypad is used to unlock the door(s). 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 105 When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. Programming your own personal entry code To create your own personal entry code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 106 To unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each other. The interior lamps will illuminate. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 107: Anti-Theft System

    Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.
  • Page 108 Note: Your vehicle comes equipped with two Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs). The IKT functions as both a programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, as well as a remote 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 109 3 (on) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 110 To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait 20 seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1. Note: To program MyKey™ features, refer to MyKey™ in this chapter. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 111: Seating And Safety Restraints

    : • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/release button (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove button (4). 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 112 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 113 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 114 The lumbar support control is located on the inboard side of the driver’s seatback. Turn the lumbar support control clockwise to increase firmness. Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase softness. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 115 (SRS) section for additional details. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 116 An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury. Note: Do not do the following: • Place heavy objects on the seat 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 117 (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/remove button (3), To adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 118 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 119 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 120 Note: Place the head restraint underneath the back of the front seat for storage. 2. Pull the seat release strap. Note: Make sure the floor is clear of all objects before folding the seat. 3. Flip seat forward. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 121 This is common for both 60% and 40% seatbacks. Note: When the seatback release lever is pulled, slowly lower seatback to the flat position. 5. Rotate seatback down into load floor position. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 122 3. Unsnap the safety belt webbing from the quarter trim panel. 4. Remove the second row head restraint from underneath the front seat and reinstall. See Second row adjustable head restraints in this chapter. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 123: Safety Restraints

    • Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints. • Front safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors, and safety belt usage sensors. • Driver’s seat position sensor • Front passenger sensing system 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 124 This allows your Personal Safety System™ to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual-stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 125 “pass airbag off” indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is off. See Front passenger sensing system in the airbags section of this chapter. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 126 • The warning light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 127 Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 128 • The front and rear outboard safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to extend the safety belt webbing in a controlled manner. This helps reduce the belt force acting on the user’s chest. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 129 Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 130 Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 131 Safety Canopy , and safety belt pretensioners. WARNING: Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 132 This feature provides additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster when the driver’s and front passenger’s safety belt is unbuckled. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 133 (5 km/h) and more than every 30 seconds, repeating for 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the approximately five minutes or until ignition switch has been turned to the safety belts are buckled. on... 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 134 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. Belts are uncomfortable Your Ford safety belts are designed to enhance comfort. If you are uncomfortable - try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible;...
  • Page 135 • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) • The ignition switch is in the off position • The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 136 • After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is complete. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 137: Airbags

    WARNING: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches (25 cm) between an occupant’s chest and the driver airbag module. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 138 Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. WARNING: Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 139 Front airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 140 • Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. • “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 141 • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time, When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated, the passenger side airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 142 • Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full upright position. • Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably extended. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 143 Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 144 The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or lighter due to the conditions described in the list above. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 145 If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner’s Guide.
  • Page 146 WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 147 In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated. The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 148 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 149 SRS and Safety Canopy System is provided. WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy . 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 150 The Safety Canopy system is designed to active when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the RCM to initiate Safety Canopy inflation or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 151 The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 152: Child Restraints

    Child safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 153 Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and consult your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle.
  • Page 154 Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 155 If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 156 All children are shaped differently. The child height, age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides education and 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 157 Seating and Safety Restraints training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle.
  • Page 158 LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 159 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 160 7. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 161 There should be no more than one inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 11. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed.
  • Page 162 Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps and Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information.
  • Page 163 The seat should move less than one inch when you do this for a proper installation. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 164 1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, remove the head restraint first, place under the front seat for storage, and then route the tether strap over the top of the seatback. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 165 If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap, and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, Ford also recommends its use. 2010 Mariner (mrn)
  • Page 166 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap/shoulder safety belts fit better.
  • Page 167 In this case, move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap/shoulder belts, or consider using a high back booster seat. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 168 (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder. The drawings below also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child’s hips. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 169 Refer to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.
  • Page 170 WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 171: Tires, Wheels And Loading

    A vehicle equipped with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels to power itself. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 172 All other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may make your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 173: Tire Information

    Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
  • Page 174 WARNING: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 175 • Tread area of the tire: Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 176: Tire Inflation

    Ford Motor Company. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge.
  • Page 177 6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak. 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 178 If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional. Tires can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is also recommended. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 179 This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall. Tire replacement requirements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 180 (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door.
  • Page 181 The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
  • Page 182 • Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 183 This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 184 These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions. The ratings range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 185 Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 186 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 187 4. Maximum Load Single lb (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 188 B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading — with and without a trailer section. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 189: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    TPMS to continue to function properly. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 190 When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare, the TPMS system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel/tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 191 TPMS If your tires are properly inflated malfunction and your spare tire is not in use and the light remains ON, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 192 Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 193 SNOW TIRES AND CABLES WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.

  • Page 194: Vehicle Loading

    Tire Label in order to determine the new payload. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 195 Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Example only: 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 196 The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 197 WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 198 GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 199 2 years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 200: Trailer Towing

    Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. For your safety and to maximize vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment while towing. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 201 Your vehicle is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight(s) as specified above. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. This vehicle’s electrical system is not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 202 Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper; use a load carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 203 • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 204 • do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. • do not allow waves to break higher than 6 in. (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 205: Recreational Towing

    • Place the ignition to the accessory position (refer to Starting in the Driving chapter). • Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h) if the vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission or 70 mph (113 km/h) if equipped with a manual transmission. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 206 With the engine running and your foot on the brake, shift into D (Drive) and then into R (Reverse) before shifting back into N (Neutral). 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 207: Driving

    WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 208 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure vehicle accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 209 3. Turn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 210 Do not crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time as starter damage may occur. If the engine fails to start, turn the key to off and wait 30 seconds before trying again. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 211 120 volt A/C electrical source. The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0°F (-18°C). 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 212 Be sure to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately a half hour. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 213: Brakes

    Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and the 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 214 Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked. To set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 215 Pull the release lever to release the brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 216: Advancetrac

    Operating your vehicle with AdvanceTrac with RSC disabled could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 217 • A slight deceleration of the vehicle • The “sliding car” indicator light will flash. • A vibration in the pedal when your foot is on the brake pedal 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 218 During Electronic Stability Control events the “sliding car” icon in the instrument cluster will flash. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 219 Pressing the AdvanceTrac with RSC “Off” button again will turn off the “sliding car” icon In R (Reverse), ABS and the Engine and Brake Traction Control features will continue to function; however, ESC and RSC are disabled. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 220 This may cause the system to activate multiple times, and you may experience a slight deceleration of the vehicle. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 221 WARNING: Turning off trailer sway control increases the risk of loss of vehicle control, serious injury, or death. Ford does not recommend disabling this feature except in situations where speed reduction may be detrimental (e.g., hill climbing), the driver has significant trailer towing experience, and can control trailer sway and maintain safe operation.
  • Page 222 Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 223 WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 224: Transmission Operation

    2. Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear. To put your vehicle in P (Park): 1. Come to a complete stop. 2. Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park). 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 225 • Allows the transmission to select gears that will provide the desired engine braking based on the vehicle inputs mentioned above. This will increase engine RPM during engine braking. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 226: Reverse Sensing System

    (generally large and fixed) objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at “parking speeds”. Inclement weather may also affect the function of the RSS; this may include reduced performance or a false activation. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 227 R (Reverse) and the ignition is on. A control in the message center allows the driver to disable the system, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 228: Rear-View Camera System

    Use the side mirrors and rearview mirror to get better coverage on both sides and rear of the vehicle. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 229 WARNING: Do not use the camera with the liftgate open. If the back end of the vehicle is hit or damaged, then check with your authorized dealer to have your camera checked for proper coverage and operation. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 230 The message center will display ACTIVE PARK SEARCHING. To designate what side of the street to search on, use the turn signal. The arrow symbols >> and << in the message center indicate on which 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 231 When you stop the vehicle in position to begin parking, the message center displays REMOVE HANDS PUT IN REVERSE. The driver should always come to a complete stop before changing gears. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 232 R (Reverse). The message center may display BACK UP SLOWLY USE CAUTION followed by a chime. The system may offer subsequent backward and forward maneuvers before proceeding to the finish phase. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 233 • The front bumper or side sensors are damaged (i.e. in a collision) or obstructed by a foreign object (i.e. front bumper cover). • A mini-spare tire is used 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 234 • The vehicle had a repair or alteration that is not authorized by the manufacturer. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 235 For more information on your side view mirrors, refer to Exterior mirrors in the Driver Controls chapter. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 236 The 4WD system is always active and requires no driver input. It is capable of handling all road conditions, including street and highway driving as well as off-road and winter driving. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 237 • It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to the pavement. You may lose control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 238 See your authorized dealer. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 239 Remember, you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 240 Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”...
  • Page 241 Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 242 Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box cover).
  • Page 243 Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 244: Roadside Emergencies

    Roadside Emergencies ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: •...

  • Page 245: Hazard Flasher Control

    Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-665-2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursement information, U.S.

  • Page 246: Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch

    Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 247: Standard Fuse Amperage Rating/Color

    Remove the panel cover to access the fuse cover. Press the tabs on the top and bottom of the fuse cover to remove. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 248 Turn signals, Stop lamps Low beam headlamps (left) Low beam headlamps (right) Interior lights Backlighting Four wheel drive 7.5A Power mirror switch Not used (spare) FCIM (radio buttons), Front display module, GPS module 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 249 Four wheel drive, Electric power assist steering (EPAS), Park aid module, Active park assist module Passive anti-theft system (PATS) transceiver Climate control Subwoofer/Amp (premium radio) Radio, Radio amplifier (navigation only) Front power point 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 250 The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 251 Heated mirror 30A** Rear defroster 20A** Rear power point (center console) — Not used 10A* Powertrain control module (PCM) – keep alive power, PCM relay, Canister vent 15A* Alternator 15A* Liftgate latch 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 252 PCM – general powertrain components malfunction indicator lamp 20A* PCM – emission related powertrain components malfunction indicator lamp 15A* — Cooling fan 1 relay — Starter relay — Cooling fan main relay 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 253: Changing Tires

    (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels, and Loading chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 254 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
  • Page 255 • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 256 2. Unbuckle the strap and remove the jack and tools by pulling the right side up first. Remove the tools from the jack in order to remove the spare tire from under the vehicle. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 257 3. Slide the retainer through the center of the wheel. If equipped with a tether, perform the following additional steps: 4. Lift the spare tire on end to access tether attachment (1). 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 258 (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. WARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 259 Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 1. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 2. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 260 View shown from rear of front tire. Position the jack directly below the protruding bolt. • Rear View shown from forward of rear tire. Position the jack directly below the stud on the rear trailing arm. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 261 Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. 6. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 262 If you are stowing a tire that requires reattaching it to the vehicle with a tether, perform these steps first, then proceed with the steps following. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 263: Wheel Lug Nut Torque

    WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km) after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 264 M12 x 1.5 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel.

  • Page 265: Jump Starting

    Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 266 Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 267 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 268 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 269 After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 270: Wrecker Towing

    It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. On FWD vehicles, if your vehicle is to be towed from the front, ensure proper wheel lift equipment is used to raise the front wheels off the ground.
  • Page 271 Roadside Emergencies Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur.
  • Page 272 A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford.
  • Page 273 • The name of the authorized dealer and city where located • The vehicle’s current odometer reading In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states.
  • Page 274 Dearborn, MI 48126 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing...
  • Page 275 (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
  • Page 276 CAMVAP decisions are fast, fair, and final as the arbitrator’s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada. CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces. For more information, without charge or obligation, call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1-800-207-0685.

  • Page 277: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)

    National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 278: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153);...

  • Page 279: Cleaning

    • Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 280 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 281 • Never wash or rinse any ignition coil, spark plug wire or spark plug well, or the area in and around these locations. 2.5L I4 ENGINE 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 282 Fluid [CXC-37-(A, B, D, or F)] in Canada, available from your authorized dealer. • The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A), available from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid contains 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 283 If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrument panel or on interior trim surfaces, clean as follows: 1. Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean, white, cotton cloth. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 284 WARNING: On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products could contaminate the side-airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in a collision. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 285 FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs;...
  • Page 286 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine (ZC-28) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 287: Maintenance And Specifications

    WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 288: Engine Compartment

    2. Engine oil filler cap 8. Engine coolant bleed valve 3. Automatic transmission dipstick 9. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 289 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 5. Power distribution box 6. Battery 7. Coolant bleed valve 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 290 In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streaking and smearing.
  • Page 291 The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 292: Engine Oil

    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 carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 293 • If the oil level is below the lower hole or lower mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. • 2.5L I4 engine 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 294 1/4 of a turn until it is seated. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 295 Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers. To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.

  • Page 296: Battery

    Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 297 This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 298: Engine Coolant

    50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Proper function of calibrated gauges. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 299 Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 300 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle). Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 301 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner.
  • Page 302 If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 303 FUEL FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 304: Fuel Information

    • Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 305 WARNING: Flexible fuel components and standard unleaded gasoline fuel components are not interchangeable. If your vehicle is not serviced in accordance with flexible fuel vehicles procedures, damage may occur and your warranty may be invalidated. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 306 • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling. • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 307 (Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 308 (Ed75–Ed85), “Regular” unleaded gasoline or any mixture of the two fuels. Use of other fuels such as Fuel Methanol may cause powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and your warranty may be invalidated. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 309 Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. 2010 Mariner (mrn)
  • Page 310 Fuel™ system with foreign objects. This could damage the fuel system and its seal and cause injury to you or others. When filling the vehicle’s fuel tank from a portable fuel container, use the funnel included with the vehicle. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 311 The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of this chapter. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 312 5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used. Calculation 2: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometers traveled. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 313 • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 314 • Use only the specified fuel listed. • Avoid running out of fuel. • Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 315 If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
  • Page 316 Refer to the on- board diagnostics (OBD-II) description in this chapter. If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 317 However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 318 The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperatures 185°F-200°F (85°C-93°C) on a level surface. The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles (30 km) of driving. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 319 Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick blade. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 320 These guidelines are designed to prevent damage to your transmission. Before you recreational flat tow, your fluid level must be verified by an authorized dealer. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 321: Air Filter(S)

    3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 322: Part Numbers

    Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.

  • Page 323: Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities

    Maintenance and Specifications 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 324 Maintenance and Specifications 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 325 Maintenance and Specifications 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 326: Engine Data

    Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug 0.049–0.053 inch 0.045–0.049 inch Spark plug gap (1.25–1.35mm) (1.15–1.25mm) Compression 9.7:1 10.3:1 ratio Engine drivebelt routing • 2.5L I4 Engine • 3.0L V6 Engine 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 327 Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 328 8. Production sequence number TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Code Six-speed automatic 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 329: Accessories

    GENUINE MERCURY ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Mercury Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
  • Page 330 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 331: Ford Extended Service Plan

    FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind” protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage.
  • Page 332 Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
  • Page 333 Ford Extended Service Plan 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 334: Index

    Audio system (see Radio) ..27 Cargo area shade ......87 Automatic transmission driving an automatic Cargo management system ..88 overdrive .........224 CD ..........27 fluid, refill capacities ....323 fluid, specification ....323 Cell phone use ......8 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 335 ........281 Cruise control (see Speed coolant ........298 control) ........74 fail-safe cooling .......302 Customer Assistance ....244 idle speed control ....296 Ford Extended Service lubrication specifications ..323 Plan ..........331 refill capacities ......323 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 336 ......310 filling your vehicle with fuel ......304, 307, 311 filter, specifications ..303, 322 Ignition .......207, 326 fuel pump shut-off switch ..246 improving fuel economy ..311 Illuminated visor mirror .....66 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 337 ......60 Oil (see Engine oil) ....292 LATCH anchors ......161 Overdrive ........224 Liftgate ........86, 103 Lights, warning and indicator ..12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..214 Parental MyKey programming ...92 Load limits .........194 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 338 ......103 replacement/additional SOS Post Crash Alert ....152 transmitters ......104 Spark plugs, replacing the batteries ...103 specifications .....322, 326 Reverse sensing system ...226 Special notice Roadside assistance ....244 ambulance conversions ....7 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 339 ......254, 256 wipers ..........64 checking and adding fluid ..290 terminology ......175 liftgate reservoir .....290 tire grades .......174 replacing wiper blades ...291–292 treadwear ......174, 178 Wrecker towing ......270 Towing ........200 2010 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

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