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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 2011 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 2011 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 © 2010 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 Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 6 Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package. Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. DATA RECORDING Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle.
  • 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 EDR. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder...
  • Page 9 WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your 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 2011 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 12: Instrument Cluster

    (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On-board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 13 A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light. 2011 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. 2011 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 16: Gauges

    (except PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED while parked) appears in the message center display for the first time. GAUGES Shown in standard measure. Metric similar. x1000 km/h Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. 2011 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. 2011 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. 2011 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 20 To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change, perform the following: 1. Press and release the SETUP button to display “OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW”. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 21 Electronic compass in the Driver Controls chapter. RESET FOR CALIBRATION (if equipped) For more information on the compass and compass set up, refer to Electronic compass in the Driver Controls chapter. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 22 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 23 Locks and Security chapter for more information. VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and the Admin has enabled the MyKey speed limit and the vehicle 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 24 CANCELLED BY ADV TRAC EVENT (if equipped) — Displayed when the active park feature has been canceled due to the AdvanceTrac system activating. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 25 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 26: 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. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
  • Page 27 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 28 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 29 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 30 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 31 (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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 32 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 33 Recommended level is 1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 34: 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 or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
  • Page 35: 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 36: 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 or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
  • Page 37 • 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 38 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 39 .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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 40: 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 41 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 42 The system is working properly. NO TEXT Song title Song title information not information not available at this time on available. this channel. The system is working properly. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 43: 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). 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 44: 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). 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 45 • 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 46 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 47: 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 48 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). 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 49 3. Fan speed will be increased to the highest speed, but can be adjusted as desired. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 50: Rear Window Defroster

    This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 51: 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 vehicle off. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 52 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 53 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 54 If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 55: Turn Signal Control

    To turn off the dome lamp, 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 56 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 57: 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 58 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 59 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 60 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 61 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 62 3. Carefully disconnect the bulb from the harness assembly via the two snap clips. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 63: 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 64: 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 65 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 66 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 67 (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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 68 MP3 players, CDs or handbags. To remove, open the console lid and pull the bin straight up and out from the console housing. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 69 • 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 70: Power Windows

    With accessory delay, the window switches, moon roof (if equipped) and audio system may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the off position or until either front door is opened. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 71 R (Reverse). As you shift into any other gear from R (Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turn off. Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 72: Mirrors

    Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 73: Speed Control

    • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 74 To turn off the speed control, press OFF or turn off the ignition. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 75 Press and hold to exit voice command. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press and hold to end a call or exit phone mode. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 76: Moon Roof

    Press and release the rear portion of the control. To stop motion at any time during the one-touch operation, press the control a second time. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 77 UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a universal garage door opener which can be used to replace the common hand-held transmitter. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 78 • Rolling code garage door openers were produced after 1996 and are code protected. Rolling code means the coded signal is changed every time your remote control garage door opener is used. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 79 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. 1. Firmly press the two outer Car2U system buttons for 1–2 seconds, then release. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 80 For example, you could assign the left-most button to the garage door, the center button to a security device, and the right-most button to another garage door opener. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 81 When a switch is in the down, off, or – position, circle “R.” Switch position 10 11 12 Up, on or + Middle, neutral or 0 M M M M M M M M Down, off or – L=left; M=middle; R=right 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 82 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 83 POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT WARNING: Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed floor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the brake pedals. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 84 This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate door or window open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 85 Cargo management system (if equipped) The cargo management system consists of two storage compartments located in the floor of the rear cargo area. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 86 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 87 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 88 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 89: 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 90 MyKey™ user will not be able to deactivate the system. Note: It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac system if the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, or sand. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 91 4. On any of the menus press RESET to highlight your choice with the <…>. 5. Press SETUP to enter your choice. The next optional setting will be displayed. 6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional settings. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 92 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 93 1. Enter the vehicle, close all doors. 2. Remote start the vehicle using your remote start fob. 3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Clear MyKey™ section. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 94 MyKey™. Refer to Using MyKey™ with remote start systems section. • Purchase a new key from your Lost the only admin key authorized dealer 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 95: Locks

    • Press the control to lock all doors. Door key unlocking/locking Unlocking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder to unlock the driver’s door only. All other doors will remain locked. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 96 You must complete Steps 1-5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. Note: All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout the configuration process. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 97 12 mph (20 km/h); • the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned to the off or accessory position; and 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 98 7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the off position. 2. Close all doors. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 99 Insert the key and turn in the direction of arrow shown on the door to engage the child proof lock. Turn in the opposite direction to disengage childproof locks. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 100 Two step door unlocking 1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate if the control on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR position. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 101 To deactivate the feature, press the control again, turn the ignition to the on or start position, or wait for the alarm to time out in approximately three minutes. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 102 To program a new Integrated Keyhead Transmitter yourself, refer to Programming spare keys in the SecuriLock passive anti-theft section of this chapter. Note: At least two IKTs are required to perform this procedure yourself. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 103 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 104 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 105: 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 106 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 107 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 108 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 109: 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). 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 110 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 111 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 112 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 113 (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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 114 Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles, or other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element which may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 115 The adjustable head restraints consist of : • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/remove button (3), 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 116 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 117 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 118 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 119 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 120 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 121: 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 122 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 123 “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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 124 • 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 125 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 126 The shoulder portion of the safety belt should be positioned across the chest. Pregnant women should also follow this practice. See figure below. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 127 In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 128 How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 129 A safety belt pretensioner is a device which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts in such a way that they fit more snugly against the body. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 130 Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 131 (driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the Belt-Minder feature. Note: If you are using MyKey™, the Belt-Minder warning will not expire. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and security chapter. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 132 30 seconds, repeating for (5 km/h) and more than approximately five minutes or until 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the safety belts are buckled. the ignition switch has been turned to on... 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 133 I’m not going far 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 134 The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder features can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 135 • After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is complete. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 136: 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 137 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 138 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 139 • “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. The RCM (restraints control module) monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental airbag electrical system wiring (including the 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 140 • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time, Note: When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated, the passenger (seat mounted) side airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 141 • Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger’s frontal airbag. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 142 Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the pass airbag off lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 143 (if equipped). Check the “passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp for proper airbag Status. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 144 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 145 SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See an authorized dealer. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 146 Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 147 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 148 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 . 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 149 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 150 • The readiness 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/or light are repaired. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 151: 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 152 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 153 Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 154 If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 155 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 156 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 157 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 158 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 159 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 160 There should be no more than 1 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 161 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 162 Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child seat. Refer to Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children in this chapter. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 163 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 164 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. Child booster seats The belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit of the vehicle safety belt.
  • Page 165 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 166 • High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child’s head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 167 It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 168 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 169: Tires, Wheels And Loading

    With the 4WD option, power will be delivered to the front wheels and distributed to the rear wheels as needed. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 170 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 171: 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 172 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 173 • 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 174: 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 175 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 176 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 177 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 178 (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 179 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 180 Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. • Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 181 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 182 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 183 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 184 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 185 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 186 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 187: 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 188 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 189 It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your tire pressure monitoring system: 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 190 TPMS If your tires are properly malfunction inflated and your spare tire is not in use and the light remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 191 (If one or more tires are flat, repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 192: Vehicle Loading

    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 193 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 194 GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 195 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 196 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 197 GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 198 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 199 Your vehicle can haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars. Depending upon the type and placement of the load, hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 200: Trailer Towing

    Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer in this chapter. Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 201 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 202 Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Do not drive faster than 70 mph (113 km/h) during the first 500 miles (800 km) of trailer towing and don’t make full-throttle starts. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 203 • Do not allow waves to break higher than 6 in (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components: • Causing internal damage to the components. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 204: Recreational Towing

    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). 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 205 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). 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 206: Driving

    WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 207 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure vehicle accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 208 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 209 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 210 120 volt A/C electrical source. The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0°F (-18°C). 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 211 • Finally, have the engine block heater system checked during your fall tune-up to be sure it’s in good working order. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 212: Brakes

    ABS braking is done and normal brake operation resumes. These are normal characteristics of the ABS and should be no reason for concern. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 213 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 214: Advancetrac

    • Traction control (TCS), which functions to help avoid drive-wheel spin and loss of traction • Electronic stability control (ESC), which functions to help avoid skids or lateral slides 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 215 All features of the AdvanceTrac with RSC system (TCS, ESC, and RSC ) are active and monitor the vehicle from start-up. However, the system will only intervene if the driving situation requires 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 216 Traction control is most active at low speeds. During traction control events, the stability control light in the instrument cluster will flash. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 217 During an event that activates Roll Stability Control™ (RSC ), the stability control light in the instrument cluster will flash. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 218 When the AdvanceTrac button is pressed momentarily, traction control is disabled. When the AdvanceTrac button is pressed and held for more than five seconds, trailer sway control is disabled. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 219 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 220 Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 221 P (Park) position and into the N (Neutral) position. 4. Remove tool and reinstall the BTSI cover cap. 5. Start the vehicle and release the parking brake. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 222: Transmission Operation

    This fuel economy benefit may be perceived as a light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from the accelerator pedal. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 223 Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through six. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 224 L (Low) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Will downshift to the lowest available gear for the current vehicle speed; allows for first gear when vehicle reaches slower speeds. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 225: Reverse Sensing System

    WARNING: Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the RSS system may create false beeps. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 226 RSS. If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 227: Rear-View Camera System

    5 mph (8 km/h), only if the rear camera delay feature is on, or until any navigation radio button is pressed. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 228 Servicing • If the image comes on while the vehicle is not in R (Reverse), have the camera inspected by your authorized dealer. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 229 >> and << in the message center indicate on which side of the vehicle APA will park. If the turn signal is not on, the system will automatically search the passenger side. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 230 You may cancel APA at anytime by grabbing the steering wheel or by pressing the APA control switch. When the vehicle is in R (Reverse), the message center displays BACK UP USE CAUTION. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 231 The system can also be deactivated at any time by the following: • Pressing the APA control switch • Grabbing the steering wheel • Exceeding a vehicle speed of 18 mph (30 km/h) for 30 seconds during active park searching 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 232 • The vehicle is driven too close to the side objects (e.g. less than 16 inches [41 cm] from neighboring parked vehicles). • You may be driving in R (Reverse). APA can only look for a parking space while moving forward. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 233 They are designed to assist the driver by increasing visibility along the side of the vehicle. For more information on your side view mirrors, refer to Exterior mirrors in the Driver Controls chapter. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 234 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 235 • It often may be less risky to strike small objects, such as highway reflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 236 “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e., turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency. Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control, 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 237 Remember, you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 238 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 239 Since your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Do not “pump” the brakes. Driving on snow and ice 4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 240 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 241 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 242: 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 243: 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 244: Fuses And Relays

    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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 245 Remove the panel cover to access the fuse cover. Press the tabs on the top and bottom of the fuse cover to remove. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 246 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 247 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 248 WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 249 – keep alive power, PCM relay, Canister vent 15A* Alternator 15A* Liftgate latch 20A* Trailer tow parking lamps 50A** Anti-lock brake system (ABS) 30A** Front wipers 30A** Starter 40A** Blower motor 10A* A/C clutch 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 250 Cooling fan main relay — Cooling fan 2 relay — Reverse lamp relay — Not used — Trailer tow left turn relay — Trailer tow right turn relay — Trailer tow park relay 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 251: Changing Tires

    (TPMS) and should not be used. However, if you must use a sealant, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. WARNING: Refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information.
  • Page 252 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
  • Page 253 • 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 254 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 255 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). 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 256 (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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 257 2. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations: 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 258 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 259 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 260 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 261: 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.). 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 262 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 263: 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 264 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 265 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 266: 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 267 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 268: Customer Assistance

    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 269 • 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 270 You are required to submit your warranty dispute to BBB AUTO LINE before asserting in court any rights or remedies conferred by California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b). You are also required to use BBB AUTO 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 271 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 procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program.
  • Page 272 (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 273 If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate to any of the above locations, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing...
  • Page 274: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. 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 275: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)

    If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1–800–333–0510, or online at: https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/PCDB-BDPP/Index.aspx. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 276: Cleaning

    • Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. WAXING • Wash the vehicle first. • Use a quality wax that does not contain abrasives. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 277 • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 278 • 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 3.0L V6 ENGINE 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 279 Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may cause damage to the rear window defroster’s heated grid lines. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 280 4. Remove the soaked cloth, and if it is not soiled badly, use this cloth to clean the area by using a rubbing motion for 60 seconds. 5. Following this, wipe area dry with a clean, white, cotton cloth. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 281 • To check for compatibility, first test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of the leather. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 282 Ranch Saddle Shop. Visit the website at www.krsaddleshop.com, or telephone (in the United States) 1–800–282–KING (5464). If you are unable to obtain King Ranch Leather Conditioner, use another premium leather conditioner. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 283 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 284: 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 285: 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 6. Power distribution box 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 286 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 287 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 288 Changing rear window wiper blade The rear wiper arm is designed without a service position. This reduces the risk of damage to the blade in an automatic car wash. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 289: 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 290 • 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 291 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 292 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 293: Battery

    Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 294 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 295: 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 296 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 297 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. 3. Step back while the pressure releases. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 298 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 299 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 300 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 301: 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 302 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 303 • 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 304 (Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 305 (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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 306 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn)
  • Page 307 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 308 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 309 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 310 • 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 311 The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting 2011 Mariner (mrn)
  • Page 312 Maintenance and Specifications emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
  • Page 313 I/M testing. The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 314 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 315 DO NOT ADD ADD (CHECK HOT) failure. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 316: Air Filter(S)

    Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 317 Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 318 • With your foot on the brake, shift through all the gears while the engine is running. Fuel system • Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel pump nozzle. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 319 Note: During extended periods of vehicle storage (30 days or more), fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation. Add Motorcraft Gas Stabilizer or equivalent meeting Ford material specification ESE-M99C112-A to the vehicle fuel system whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 30 days.
  • Page 320: 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 321: Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities

    Maintenance and Specifications 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 322 Maintenance and Specifications 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 323 Maintenance and Specifications 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 324: 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 325 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 326 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 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 327: Accessories

    MERCURY CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Mercury Custom 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 328 Ford Motor Company engineering requirements. Contact your Ford dealer for details regarding the manufacturer’s limited warranty and/or a copy of the FLA product limited warranty offered by the accessory manufacturer.
  • Page 329 • 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. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 330: Ford Extended Service Plan

    FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) 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”...
  • Page 331 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 332 Ford Extended Service Plan 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 333 Motor Company dealers. For more information, visit your local Ford of Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you. NOTE: Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are not eligible for Ford ESP coverage. This information is subject to change.
  • Page 334: Scheduled Maintenance Guide

    Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance using genuine Ford parts. They are committed to meeting your service needs and to assuring your continuing satisfaction.
  • Page 335 Lincoln Mercury dealership for all your vehicle’s needs. Get the most from your service and maintenance visits There are a lot of reasons why visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for all your service needs is a great way to help keep your vehicle running great.
  • Page 336 With factory-trained technicians, and one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers can offer. WHICH MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SHOULD YOU FOLLOW?
  • Page 337 In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps running great.
  • Page 338 Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service advisor or technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s your checklist that gives you immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle.
  • Page 339 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 340: Normal Scheduled Maintenance And Log

    Instrument Cluster chapter. If your message center is prematurely reset or becomes inoperative, you should perform the oil change interval at six months or 5,000 miles (8,000 km) from your last oil change. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 341 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 342 (2WD vehicles) Every 100,000 miles Change engine coolant (160,000 km) Change manual transmission fluid (except Escape) Change rear axle fluid (Dana axles only) Replace spark plugs Inspect accessory drive belt(s) 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 343 (2WD vehicles) Initial replacement at 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 72 months; every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 36 months thereafter Perform a follow-up inspection at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 344 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 345 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 346 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 347 Scheduled Maintenance Guide SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding Special Operating Conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance.
  • Page 348 Example #2: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 25,000 miles [40,000 km].) 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 349 Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) – Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles). Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 350 Instrument Cluster chapter. Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only) Every oil change interval – If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel. 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 351 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 352 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 353 3,000 miles (4,800 km) or three months, whichever occurs first. The 3,000 mile (4,800 km) lubricant change interval may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction- Lok rear axles (refer to Maintenance product and specifications in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for details).
  • Page 354 Engine coolant ❑ 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change coolant (whichever comes first). ❑ After initial change - change coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 355: Engine Coolant Change Log

    OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 356: Index

    Audio system (see Radio) ..26 Cargo area shade ......85 Automatic transmission driving an automatic Cargo management system ..85 overdrive .........222 CD ..........26 fluid, refill capacities ....321 Cell phone use ......9 fluid, specification ....321 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 357 Emission control system ..311 refill capacities ....298, 321 Engine ........324 specifications ......321 cleaning ........277 Cruise control (see Speed coolant ........295 control) ........73 fail-safe cooling .......299 Customer Assistance ....242 idle speed control ....293 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 358 ....44 choosing the right fuel ...305 detergent in fuel .....306 Hood ..........285 filler funnel ......307 filling your vehicle with fuel ....301, 304, 308 filter, specifications ..300, 320 Ignition .......206, 324 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 359 Motorcraft parts ....283, 320 specifications chart ....58 daytime running light ....53 MyKey ..........90 fog lamps ........52 headlamps .........51 headlamps, flash to pass ..53 instrument panel, dimming ..53 Navigation system .......43 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 360 Safety Compliance Certification Label ....325 Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for Satellite Radio Information ..40 children ........154 Scheduled Maintenance Guide Relays ........244 Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log .....340 Remote entry system ....100 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 361 Steering wheel lubricant specifications ..321 controls ........75 tilting .........64 Trunk ...........86 Stereo Turn signal ........55 CD-MP3 ........26 SYNC ..........43 Universal garage door opener ..77 USB port ........36 Tilt steering wheel ......64 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 362 Windshield washer fluid and Ventilating your vehicle ...210 wipers ..........63 checking and adding fluid ..287 liftgate reservoir .....287 replacing wiper blades ...288 Warning lights (see Lights) ..12 Wrecker towing ......266 Washer fluid ......287 2011 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

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