Table Of Contents - Mercury Mountaineer 2002 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents2
Icons3
Warnings3
Introduction3
Breaking-In Your Vehicle4
Using Your Vehicle With A Snowplow4
Using Your Vehicle As An Ambulance4
Vehicle Symbol Glossary5
Instrumentation7
Warning Lights And Chimes9
Standard Instrument Cluster9
Optional Instrument Cluster9
Service Engine Soon10
Light Turns On Solid10
Light Is Blinking10
Check Fuel Cap11
Air Bag Readiness11
Safety Belt11
Brake System Warning11
Check Gage12
Oil Pressure/Engine Coolant12
Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)12
Turn Signal13
High Beams13
Low Washer Fluid13
Charging System13
O/D Off14
Speed Control14
Seat Belt Warning Chime14
Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) Warning Chime14
Gauges15
Standard Instrument Cluster Gauges15
Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges15
Speedometer15
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge16
Odometer16
Trip Odometer17
Tachometer17
Battery Voltage Gauge17
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge18
Fuel Gauge18
Compass18
Compass Zone Adjustment19
Compass Calibration Adjustment20
Message Center20
Selectable Features21
Reset21
Info Menu21
Compass Display21
Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment22
Average Fuel Economy (Afe)23
Average Fuel Economy For Ffv-Equipped Vehicles23
Trip Elapsed Drive Time24
Distance To Empty (Dte)24
Setup Menu24
Autolocks25
Easy Entry/Exit25
Autolamp Delay25
Language25
Units (English/Metric)26
System Check26
System Warnings26
Check Engine Temperature27
Transmission Overheated28
Check Transmission28
Low Fuel Level28
Tire Pressure System Fault29
Tire Pressure Sensor Fault29
Low Washer Fluid Level29
Check Advancetrac29
To Reset The Oil Monitoring System To Your Personalized Oil Life %30
Tire Pressure System Off31
Data Err31
Controls And Features32
Headlamp Control32
Foglamp Control32
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)32
Flash To Pass33
Panel Dimmer Control33
Autolamp Control34
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals34
Reverse Sensing System34
Climate Control System37
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System37
Fan Speed Control37
Temperature Control Knob37
Cooling Your Vehicle With Outside Air39
A/C Control39
Defrost Control39
Operating Tips40
To Aid In Side Window Defogging/Demisting In Cold Weather Conditions40
Dual Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (Deatc) System41
Turning The Deatc System On42
Turning The Deatc System Off42
Deatc Automatic Operation42
Single/Dual Electronic Temperature Zone43
Driver Side Temperature Selection44
Passenger Side Temperature Selection44
Temperature Conversion44
Fan Speed45
Recirculation Control46
Manual Override Controls47
Displaying Outside Temperature48
To Aide In Side Window Defogging/Demisting In Cold Weather Conditions50
Auxiliary Climate Controls50
Front Auxiliary Control51
Rear Auxiliary Climate Controls52
Floor Console Climate Controls53
Rear Window Defroster54
Mode Selector Control54
Using Your Audio System55
Premium Am/Fm Stereo/Cassette/Single Cd55
Volume/Power Control55
Am/Fm Select56
Am/Fm Select In Radio Mode56
Am/Fm Select In Tape Mode56
Tune Adjust In Radio Mode56
Seek Function In Cd Mode57
Scan Function57
Scan Function In Radio Mode57
Scan Function In Tape Mode57
Autoset Memory Preset58
Starting Autoset Memory Preset58
Bass Adjust58
Treble Adjust59
Speaker Balance Adjust59
Speaker Fade Adjust60
Tape/Cd Select60
Rewind60
Fast Forward61
Tape Direction Select61
Eject Function61
Dolby Noise Reduction61
Compression Adjust62
Shuffle Feature62
Setting The Clock62
Mute Mode63
Audiophile Am/Fm Stereo In Dash Six Cd Radio64
Speed Sensitive Volume64
Seek Function In Radio Mode66
Scan Function In Cd Mode66
Radio Station Memory Preset66
Setting Memory Preset Stations66
Autostore67
Starting Autostore67
Cd Select68
Display Description68
Load68
Auto Load69
Eject69
Auto Eject69
Traffic Announcements72
Rds Traffic Seek Feature72
Rds Traffic Scan Feature73
Radio Data System (Rds) Feature73
Rds Features73
Program Type74
Show74
Digital Signal Processing74
Troubleshooting The Cd Changer76
Cleaning Compact Discs76
Cd And Cd Changer Care76
Cleaning Cassette Player77
Cassette And Cassette Player Care77
Radio Frequency Information77
Radio Reception Factors78
Turn Signal Control78
Positions Of The Ignition79
To Turn Speed Control On79
To Turn Speed Control Off80
To Set A Speed80
To Set A Higher Set Speed81
To Set A Lower Set Speed81
To Disengage Speed Control82
To Return To A Previously Set Speed82
Tilt/Telescope Steering Column83
Indicator Light83
Hazard Flasher84
Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls84
Speed Dependent Wipers84
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls84
Steering Wheel Controls85
Audio Control Features85
Climate Control Features86
Overhead Console86
Storage Compartment86
Installing A Garage Door Opener87
Moon Roof87
To Close The Moon Roof88
Interior Lamps88
Dome Lamps And Map Lamps88
Homelink Universal Transceiver89
Programming90
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming92
Operating The Homelink Universal Transceiver92
Erasing Homelink Buttons93
Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button93
Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror93
Illuminated Visor Mirror94
Power Windows94
Manual Door Locks95
One Touch Down95
Window Lock95
Accessory Delay95
Power Door Locks96
Power Door Lock/Unlock Inhibit96
Liftgate96
Childproof Door Locks97
Power Side View Mirrors97
To Adjust Your Mirrors97
Heated Outside Mirrors98
Fold-Away Mirrors98
Center Console98
Auxiliary Power Point99
Rear Auxiliary Power Point99
Rear Console Features99
Positive Retention Floor Mat100
Rear Liftgate100
Cargo Cover101
Cargo Management System101
7 Passenger Stowage:102
5 Passenger Stowage:102
Remote Entry System102
Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate103
Locking The Doors/Liftgate103
Opening The Liftgate Window104
Sounding A Panic Alarm104
Memory Seat Feature104
Activating The Memory Seat Feature105
Deactivating The Memory Seat Feature105
Replacing The Battery105
To Activate This Feature105
Replacing Lost Transmitters106
To Replace The Battery106
Programming Remote Transmitters107
Illuminated Entry107
Keyless Entry System108
Programming Your Own Personal Entry Code109
Erasing Personal Code110
Anti-Scan Feature110
Autolock112
Deactivating/Activating Autolock112
Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure113
Keyless Entry Key Pad Procedure113
Smart Unlock113
Perimeter Alarm System114
Power Door Lock Disable Feature114
Deactivating/Activating Power Door Lock Disable Feature114
Arming The System115
Disarming The System116
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System117
Triggering The Anti-Theft System117
Theft Indicator118
Automatic Arming118
Automatic Disarming118
Key Information118
Programming Spare Keys119
Front Seat Adjustable Head Restraints121
Adjusting The Front Manual Seat121
Seating And Safety Restraints121
Adjusting The Front Power Seat122
Memory Seat/Easy Entry/Exit Feature124
Using The Manual Lumbar Support125
Heated Seats125
Rear Seats126
Adjustable Head Restraints126
Folding Down The 60/40 Rear Seats126
Folding Down The 40/20/40 Rear Seats128
Adjusting The 2Nd Row Seat For E-Z Entry129
To Enter The 3Rd Row Seat129
Folding The Middle 2Nd Row Seat131
Second Row Center Seat Storage Space132
Third Row Seat132
3Rd Row Stow Feature132
To Put Seat In Stowed Position132
To Put Seat In Upright Position133
Safety Restraints134
Personal Safety System134
How Does The Personal Safety System Work?134
Driver And Passenger Dual-Stage Air Bag Supplemental Restraints134
Front Crash Severity Sensor135
Driver's Seat Position Sensor135
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors135
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners135
Safety Restraints Precautions136
Energy Management Feature137
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts138
Vehicle Sensitive Mode138
Automatic Locking Mode139
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode139
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode139
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode139
Adjusting The Lap Belt140
Safety Belt Pretensioner142
Safety Belt Height Adjustment143
Safety Belt Extension Assembly143
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime144
Conditions Of Operation144
Beltminder144
One Time Disable147
Deactivating/Activating The Beltminder Feature147
Safety Belt Maintenance150
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)150
Important Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) Precautions151
Children And Air Bags153
How Does The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?153
Determining If The System Is Operational155
Safety Canopy155
How Does The Safety Canopy System Work?156
Disposal Of Air Bags And Air Bag Equipped Vehicles158
Safety Restraints For Children159
Important Child Restraint Precautions159
Children And Safety Belts159
Child Booster Seats160
When Children Should Use Booster Seats160
Types Of Booster Seats161
The Importance Of Shoulder Belts161
Safety Seats For Children162
Child And Infant Or Child Safety Seats162
When Installing A Child Safety Seat163
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps167
Starting170
Preparing To Start Your Vehicle170
Important Safety Precautions170
Starting The Engine172
If The Engine Fails To Start Using The Preceding Instructions173
Using The Engine Block Heater173
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes174
Important Ventilating Information174
Driving175
Brakes175
Abs Warning Lamp176
Using Abs176
Brake Assist176
Parking Brake177
Advancetrac Stability Enhancement System178
Steering181
Preparing To Drive Your Vehicle181
Automatic Transmission Operation182
Brake-Shift Interlock182
Driving With A 5–Speed Automatic Transmission184
P (Park)185
N (Neutral)185
D (Overdrive)185
Drive (Overdrive Deactivated)186
3 (Third)186
2 (Second)186
1 (First)186
Forced Downshifts187
All Wheel Drive (Awd) System187
Driving Off-Road With Truck And Utility Vehicles187
How Your Vehicle Differs From Other Vehicles187
Basic Operating Principles188
If Your Vehicle Goes Off The Edge Of The Pavement188
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck188
Emergency Maneuvers189
Awd Systems190
Sand190
Mud And Water190
Driving On Hilly Or Sloping Terrain191
Driving On Snow And Ice192
Tires, Replacement Requirements193
Maintenance And Modifications194
Limited-Slip Axle195
Vehicle Loading195
Calculating The Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow197
Driving Through Water197
Trailer Towing198
4X2 W/Automatic Transmission199
Awd W/Automatic Transmission199
Preparing To Tow200
Hitches200
Safety Chains200
Trailer Brakes201
Trailer Lamps201
Driving While You Tow201
When Towing A Trailer201
Trailer Towing Tips202
Launching Or Retrieving A Boat202
Recreational Towing (All Wheels On The Ground)202
Rear Wheel Drive (Rwd) 4X2 Vehicles203
Luggage Rack203
To Adjust Cross-Bar Position204
Roadside Emergencies205
Using Roadside Assistance205
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch206
Fuses And Relays207
Fuses207
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color208
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel208
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel (Top Side)211
Power Distribution Box212
Rear Relay Box215
Auxiliary Relay Box216
Changing The Tires217
Spare Tire Information217
Location Of The Spare Tire And Tools218
Removing The Jack218
Removing The Spare Tire219
Tire Change Procedure219
Stowing The Spare Tire222
Jump Starting Your Vehicle223
Preparing Your Vehicle223
Connecting The Jumper Cables224
Removing The Jumper Cables227
Wrecker Towing229
Maintenance And Care230
Service Recommendations230
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle230
Working With The Engine Off230
Opening The Hood231
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment233
4.0L Sohc V6 Engine233
4.6L V8 Engine234
Checking The Engine Oil234
Adding Engine Oil237
Engine Oil Recommendations238
4.6L Engine238
4.0L Engine239
Engine Oil Filter Recommendation239
Brake Fluid240
Checking And Adding Brake Fluid240
Windshield Washer Fluid241
Engine Coolant241
Checking Engine Coolant241
Adding Engine Coolant242
Recycled Engine Coolant245
Coolant Refill Capacity245
Severe Climates245
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling245
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works246
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated246
Checking And Adding Power Steering Fluid247
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid248
Checking And Adding Transfer Case Fluid248
Driveline Universal Joint And Slip Yoke249
Battery249
Windshield Wiper Blades251
Checking The Wiper Blades251
Changing The Wiper Blades252
Rear Window Wiper Blade252
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading252
To Replace The Wiper Blades252
Treadwear253
Traction Aa A B C253
Temperature A B C253
Servicing Your Tires254
Checking The Tire Pressure254
Tire Rotation254
Replacing The Tires255
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)256
Changing Tires With Tpms257
Using Snow Tires And Traction Devices257
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels258
Choosing The Right Fuel260
Octane Recommendations261
Unleaded Gasoline Engines261
Ffv Engine261
Fuel Quality261
Cleaner Air262
Running Out Of Fuel262
Fuel Filter263
When Fueling Your Vehicle263
Filling The Tank264
Filling The Tank For Ffv Equipped Vehicles264
Calculating Fuel Economy265
Driving Style — Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits265
Habits265
Maintenance266
Conditions266
Flex Fuel (E-85) Cruising Range266
Epa Window Sticker267
Emission Control System267
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing268
Replacing Exterior Bulbs269
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs269
To Remove The Headlamp Bulb269
To Install The New Bulb270
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs271
Replacing Side Repeater Bulbs272
Replacing Front/Rear Side Marker Bulbs272
Replacing Tail/Brake/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs272
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs273
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs273
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs274
Using The Right Bulbs274
Vertical Aim Adjustment275
Cleaning And Caring For Your Vehicle276
Waxing277
Paint Chips277
Aluminum Wheels And Covers278
Engine278
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts279
Windows And Wiper Blades280
Instrument Panel And Cluster Lens280
Wood-Tone Trim280
Leather Seats281
Underbody281
Ford, Lincoln And Mercury Car Care Products282
Capacities And Specifications283
Motorcraft Part Numbers283
Refill Capacities283
Lubricant Specifications286
Engine Data288
Vehicle Dimensions288
Identifying Your Vehicle290
Certification Label290
Vehicle Identification Number290
Engine Number291
Ford Extended Service Plan292
Customer Assistance292
Reporting Safety Defects304
Index305
Filling Station Information312