Page 1: Table Of Contents
Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center Tailgate Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 2 Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) Cleaning 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 4: Introduction
How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 5 New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 6 Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 7 The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communications Equipment. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 8 Brake Fluid - Anti-Lock Brake System Non-Petroleum Based Powertrain Malfunction 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 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 9 Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Jack Air Filter Low Tire Pressure Check Fuel Cap Warning 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 10: Instrument Cluster
If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 11 ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 12 Traction Control active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Four wheel drive low: Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 13: Gauges
Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened. GAUGES 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 14 Metric to English. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. Press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP mode appears in the display. Press the RESET button to reset. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 15 The arrow next to the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. For more information, refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 16: Entertainment Systems
1. If the audio system is turned off, press VOL-PUSH to turn the radio on. Turn VOL-PUSH to adjust the volume. Note: The system may take a few moments to turn on. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 17 CD slot. LOADING CD and READING DISC will appear in the display. The first track on the disc will begin playing. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 18 SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display. If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CD 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 19 15 seconds, the system will reload the disc. To auto eject up to 6 discs, press and hold until the system begins ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system will reload the discs. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 20: Am/Fm Stereo With In-Dash Six Cd
Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2. MUTE/ : Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 21 To search for specific RBDS music categories: Press MENU repeatedly until a music category appears in the display. Press to find the desired type. Then press SEEK, SEEK or SCAN to begin the search. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 22 In Folder mode, pressing SEEK, SEEK will scroll only through tracks within the selected folder. COMPRESS (Compression): Available only in CD/MP3 mode. Press MENU until COMPRESS ON/OFF appears in the display. Use 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 23 SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode. SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display. If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 24 In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to enter TEXT MODE and display the current song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll through the current song title, artist, channel 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 25 Note: An MP3 disc with folders will show F001 (folder #) T001 (track #) in the display. An MP3 disc without folders will show T001 (track#) in the display. Refer to MP3 folder structure later in this chapter for further information. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 26: Auxiliary Input Jack
This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity. To achieve optimal performance, 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 27 3. If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the portable music player volume down. If the problems persists, replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 28 • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time. • Clean using a circular motion. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 29 .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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 30: 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 31 You will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS. While in Satellite Radio mode, you can view this number on the radio display by pressing AUX and Preset 1 control simultaneously. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 32 The system is working properly. NO TEXT Song title information Song title information not not available. available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 33 Your vehicle may be equipped with a Navigation System. Refer to the Navigation supplement for further information. Note: The navigation system, which may be available on your vehicle, is not equipped with THX . 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 34: Climate Controls
Units (Fahrenheit/Celsius) in the Driver Controls chapter. MAX A/C: For maximum cooling performance, press , A/C, and set the temperature to 60° F (16° C) and the highest blower setting. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 35 Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections except MAX A/C. 12. A/C control: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in AUTO, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 36 To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 37: Rear Window Defroster
This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 38: Lights
Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on. The foglamp indicator light will illuminate if the ignition is in the ON position. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 39 The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 40 Cover one of the headlamps so no light hits the wall. 4. On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with a distinct horizontal edge towards the right. If this edge is not at the 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 41: Turn Signal Control
7. Repeat Steps 3–5 for the other headlamp. 8. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 42: Bulb Replacement
ON or OFF by sliding the control. BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp Condensation The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 43 To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position and open the hood. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 44 Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 45 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the tailgate to expose the lamp assembly screws and remove the two screws from the tail lamp assembly. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 46 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb. Install the new bulb in reverse order. Replacing exterior mounted mirror turn signal indicator lamp bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 47 3. Pull out the old bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 48: Driver Controls
TILT STEERING Push the lever down to unlock the steering column. While the lever is in the down position, tilt the steering column to the desired position. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 49 Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to your option package. The overhead console can come on rails, which can 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 50 Failure to pin the bins together can allow the bins to become separated from the rail under certain conditions. Bin Removal Attach and remove bins from the rail using the following instructions: 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 51 Place both palms on the underside of the storage bin, avoiding the storage bin door. Push upwards with palms. While pushing upwards with palms, grip the side latches with fingers and squeeze. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 52 12 VDC/180W. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 53: Power Windows
To close, push assembly in completely and release. POWER WINDOWS Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 54 Press the right side to restore the window controls. Power Sliding Back Window To operate the power sliding back window, the ignition switch must be in the Run or Accessory position. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 55 R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 56: Mirrors
Should this occur, wait approximately 3 minutes for the system to reset and function to return to normal. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 57 • Press the top of the control to adjust the pedals away from you. The adjustment allows for approximately 3 inches (76 mm) of maximum travel. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 58: 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 59 You can also use the CST control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 60 In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode: • Press and release SEEK to select the next preset station or press and hold SEEK to select the next strong station within the selected radio band. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 61 The moon roof control is located on the overhead console. Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 62 This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 63 2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1–3 inches (2–8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program (located on your visor) while keeping the indicator light in view. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 64 HomeLink should now activate your rolling code equipped device. To program additional HomeLink buttons begin with Step 2 in the “Programming” section. For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 65 For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. In the event that there are still programming difficulties, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 66: Message Center
If equipped with an outside temperature display, it will display in the instrument cluster all the time, except when a warning message is present. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 67 This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 68 9. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED. It will take up to five circles to complete calibration. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 69 RESET this warning message, this display and tone will return within 10 minutes. DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is not 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 70 The sequence of the system check report and how it appears in the message center is as follows: 1. FUEL LEVEL 2. ENGINE TEMP 3. OIL PRESSURE 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 71 Autolamp delay values of >0, >10, >20, >30, >60, >90, >120 or >180. Language 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 72 • They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset. • They will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been completed. This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 73 STOP ENGINE SAFELY. Displayed when the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 74 Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 75: Tailgate
• Insert ignition key and turn to the right to engage lock. • Turn ignition key to the left to unlock. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 76 1. Lower tailgate. 2. Pull the lever on each side of the bed extender to release it from the pickup box. 3. Lift the bed extender over on to the tailgate. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 77 3. Press the locking clips below the middle bar and lift the bed extender out of the channels on the “D” pillar. To install the bed extender, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 78: Locks And Security
• Operating the driver’s door with a key. Autolock The autolock feature will lock all the doors when: • all the doors are closed, • the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 79 ON if it was previously OFF, or OFF if it was previously ON. The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short chirp and one long honk) if autolock was activated. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 80 • Move control down to disengage childproof locks. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 81 Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp once, and the parklamps will flash once more. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 82 5. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position to exit programming. Note: After exiting the driver configuration mode, the horn will chirp once to indicate a feature has been activated/deactivated. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 83 SET control on the driver’s seat. 3. Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 84 • Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your authorized dealer for programming, or • Perform the programming procedure yourself. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 85 The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition switch is turned to the 3 (ON) position, or • the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 86 3. Turn the ignition to the 3 (ON) position; the horn will chirp to indicate the driver configuration mode has been activated. 4. Within five seconds, press the control two times. Note: One horn chirp should be heard, indicating the system has been disabled. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 87 4. After the code is entered, the locks will cycle, confirming that the new code has been set. Tips: • Do not set a code that uses five of the same number. • Do not use five numbers in sequential order. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 88 To lock all doors, press the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time. You do not need to enter the keypad code first. Note: The interior lamps will turn off. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 89: Anti-Theft System
3 (ON) position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 90 If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare coded key(s) programmed. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 91 Steps 1 through 5. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new spare key(s) programmed. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 92: Seating And Safety Restraints
Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. The head restraints can be moved up and down. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 93 Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 94 The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press the front or rear portion to tilt the seat. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 95 To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 96 The rear seat has a split 60/40 cushion. Each seat cushion can be flipped up into the seatback position. 1. Pull control to release seat cushion. 2. Rotate seat cushion up until it locks into vertical storage position. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 97: Safety Restraints
How does the Personal Safety System work? The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 98 For other occupants, this occurs when the occupant is not properly restrained by safety belts or child safety seats 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 99 This helps increase the effectiveness of the safety belts. In frontal collisions, the safety belt pretensioners can be activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficient severity, together with the front airbags. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 100 Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit in the back seat where they can be properly restrained. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 101 Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 102 Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 103 Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 104 Do NOT place objects between the seats, as this could interfere with the functioning of the pretensioner. The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt pretensioners are designed to activate only during certain frontal or near-frontal collisions 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 105 The Personal Safety System provides the most benefit to belted occupants. The system monitors and tailors the air bag deployment based upon safety belt usage. Failure to properly wear your safety belt will increase your risk of injury. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 106 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 107 When the BeltMinder feature is activated, the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until the safety belts are buckled. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 108 This time does not count towards the 5-minute expiration time. The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data) 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 109 Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the BeltMinder chime. To do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle’s air bag system. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 110 3. For the seating position being disabled, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt 9 times, ending in the unbuckled state. (Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off.) 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 111 Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 112: Airbags
The airbag supplemental restraints are an integral part of the Personal Safety System. They are designed to be deployed in cases where the Personal Safety System has determined the occupant conditions and 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 113 • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 114 Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Please refer to the Body Builders Layout Book for instructions about the appropriate installation of additional equipment. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 115 Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 116 Refer to Airbag readiness in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 117 • the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat, • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time, 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 118 • 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 119 Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the pass airbag off lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 120: Child Restraints
You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S. and Canada. If small children (generally children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 40 lb. [18 kg] or less) ride in your vehicle, you 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 121 Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 122 (top of ear level) above the top of the seat. In this case, move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back and lap/shoulder belts. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 123 It is best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat- the safest place for children to ride. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 124 If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. When installing a child safety seat: 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 125 If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 126 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 127 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 128 The rear seat has three straps along the top of the seatback that function as both routing loops for the tether straps and anchor loops. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 129 Many tether straps cannot be tightened if the tether strap is hooked to the loop directly behind the child seat. To provide a tight tether strap: 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 130 Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to two anchors at certain seating positions in your vehicle. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 131 The LATCH anchors are below the locator buttons on the seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 132 Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 133: Tires, Wheels And Loading
A vehicle equipped with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels to power itself. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 134 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 135: Tire Information
Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 136 Glossary of tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 137: Tire Inflation
Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 138 1 psi (7 kPa) in inflation pressure. Check your tire pressures frequently and adjust them to the proper pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 139 Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Also inspect the tire sidewalls for 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 140 You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 141 Additionally the use of non-recommended tires and wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized dealer. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 142 • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 143 Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximately every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 144 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 145 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 146 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 147 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 148 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 149 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 150: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
(at least monthly) using a tire gauge, see Inflating your tires in this chapter. Failure to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire failure, loss of control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 151 When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you when your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 152 TPMS If your tires are properly malfunction inflated and your spare tire is not in use and the light remains ON, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 153 If the low tire pressure warning light is ON, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. If one or more tires are flat, repair as necessary. Check air pressure in the road tires. If 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 154: Vehicle Loading
It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 155 Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 156 GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 157 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 158 Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 159 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 to 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 160: Trailer Towing
If your vehicle is not equipped with a heavy-duty trailer towing package, the maximum weight your vehicle can tow is limited to 5,000 lb. (2,268 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 161 GCWR-lb. (kg) trailer weight-lb. (kg) 5.4L 3.73 14500 (6577) 8800 (3992) 4x4 (139” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) trailer weight-lb. (kg) 5.4L 3.73 14500 (6577) 8600 (3901) 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 162 Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 163 • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 164 Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 165: Recreational Towing
Ford recommends the driveshafts be removed/installed only by your authorized. Improper removal/installation of the driveshaft can cause transmission fluid or transfer case fluid loss, damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission and transfer case components. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 166: Driving
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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 167 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 168 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 169: Brakes
BRAKE system warning light. Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 170 Parking brake To set the parking brake (1), press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 171: Traction Control
The Traction Control system will automatically turn on every time the ignition is turned off and on. The Traction Control system should normally be left on. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 172 This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. The axle may 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 173: Transmission Operation
ON position and the brake pedal depressed, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are not operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 174 Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 175 This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine • Depress the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear • Release the parking brake. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 176 Drive (not shown) Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is pressed. • This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive. • O/D OFF lamp is illuminated. • Provides engine braking. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 177 Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 178 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 179 Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with sharp objects). If the sensors are covered, it will affect the accuracy of the RSS. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 180 Provides optimal smoothness and fuel economy at high speeds. 4H (4WD High) - Used for extra traction such as in snow or icy roads or in off-road situations. Not intended for use on dry pavement. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 181 Maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in rough terrain. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside. Do not grip the spokes. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 182 Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 183 • If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., from concrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 184 Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 185 Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight up 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 186 Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 187 Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off-road usage. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 188 (SRS) deployment sensitivity, vehicle crash integrity, or powertrain durability. The Snowplow Package Option is not available. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 189: Roadside Emergencies
Trailers shall be covered up to $100 if the disabled eligible vehicle requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled, but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any roadside services. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 190 Similarly in Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s Roadside Assistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact 1–877–294–2582 or visit our website at www.ford.ca. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 191: Hazard Flasher Switch
This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switch may have been activated. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 192: 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 193 To reinstall the fuse box cover, place the top part of the cover on the fuse panel, then push the bottom part of the cover until you hear it click shut. Gently pull on the cover to make sure it is seated properly. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 194 Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description 10A* Run/Accessory - Wipers, Instrument cluster 20A* Stop/Turn lamps, Brake on/off switch, Hazard flashers 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 195 Trailer tow back-up lamps relay coil, ABS, Reverse park aid, EC mirror, Navigation radio (reverse input) Overdrive cancel, Cluster, Traction control switch 10A* Brake-shift interlock solenoid 15A* Fog lamp relay (R202) 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 196 Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen (HEGO) sensors #11 and #21, CMCV, Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, VCT, Electronic fan clutch 15A* Shift solenoid, CMS #12 and #22 15A* Fuel injectors and PCM power 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 197 Not used 30A** 4x4 relays 40A** ABS pump power 30A** Wipers and washer pump 40A** Heated backlite, Heated mirror power 20A** Moon roof 30A** Blower motor — Not used 30A** Heated seats 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 198 * Mini fuses ** Cartridge fuses Auxiliary relay box The relay box is located in the engine compartment on the left fender. • With Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) and 4x4 options 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 199: Changing Tires
(TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. The use of tire sealants may damage your tires. The use of tire sealants may also damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 200 • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 201 Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations: 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 202 To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 203 7. Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 204 The jack is only meant for changing the tire. • Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 205 4. Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properly tightened. Try to push or pull, then turn the tire to be sure it will not 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 206: Lug Nut Torque
An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 207 Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 208 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 209 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 210 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 211 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 212: Wrecker Towing
On 4x4 vehicles, it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground. If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 213: Customer Assistance
Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to help you. In the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, MI 48121 1-800-392-3673 (FORD) (TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952) www.customersaskford.com 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 214 In some states (in the U.S.) 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 215 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer. Experience has shown that our customers have been very successful in 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 216 UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (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 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 217 Since this information is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 218 ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at: HELM, INCORPORATED P.O. Box 07150 Detroit, Michigan 48207 Or call: For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 219: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 220: Cleaning
• Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to your vehicle every six months will assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 221 • Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or covers. • Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your wheel rims or covers. Chemical-strength cleaners, or cleaning 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 222 • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 223 (if equipped). INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry cloth, or use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A). 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 224 Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over the leather. • To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-11-A). Dry the area with a soft cloth. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 225 Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A) Motorcraft Dusting Cloth (ZC-24) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (Canada only) (CXC-66-A) Motorcraft One Step Wash and Wax Concentrate (ZC-6-A) Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 226 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine (ZC-28) Motorcraft Triple Clean (U.S. only) (ZC-13) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37–A) 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 227: Maintenance And Specifications
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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 228 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located on the front bumper under the grill. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 229: Engine Compartment
3. Air filter assembly 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 230 2. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard. Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 231: Engine Oil
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 232 3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the normal operating range on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 233 Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 234: Battery
Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 235 If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 236: 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. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 237 Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 238 1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 239 To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 240 The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot) area. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 241 Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. FUEL FILTER For fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 242: Fuel Information
The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours. • Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases, 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 243 • Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle — this is against the law in some places; • Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 244 The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 245 “Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized dealer. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 246 You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 247 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in gallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 248 • Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 249 Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact your authorized dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle. The EPA window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 250 Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 251 OBD-II may not have symptoms that are apparent, continued driving with the indicator on can result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 252 POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use MERCON ATF. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 253 Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 254 You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 50°F (10°C). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 255 Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 256 Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for maintenance intervals. If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be necessary. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 257: Air Filter(S)
The air filter box needs to be free of any debris before installing a new air filter. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 258: Part Numbers
Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 259: Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities
Maintenance and Specifications 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 260 Maintenance and Specifications 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 261 Maintenance and Specifications 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 262: Engine Data
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Ignition system Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0.040–0.050 inch (1.02–1.28mm) Compression ratio 9.85:1 The spark plug gap can not be adjusted. Engine drivebelt routing • 5.4L V8 Engine 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 263 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 264 TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Description Code Four-speed automatic (4R75E) 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 265: Accessories
Exterior style Bug shields Chrome exhaust tips Deflectors Exterior trim Fender flares Grille inserts Running boards Splash guards Step bars Tonneau covers Wheels 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 266 • 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. 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 267: Index
..259 Cleaning your vehicle refill capacities ......259 engine compartment ....222 traction lok ......172 instrument panel ....223 interior ........224 interior trim ......224 plastic parts ......222 Battery ........234 safety belts ......224 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 268 Mediation/Arbitration message center .......231 Program ........216 checking and adding ....231 dipstick ........231 filter, specifications ..233, 258 recommendations ....233 Daytime running lamps refill capacities ......259 (see Lamps) ........39 specifications ......259 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 269 Fuel pump shut-off switch ..191 cleaning ........223 Fuses ........192–193 cluster ........10 lighting up panel and interior ........40 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ....244 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ....246 Jack ..........199 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 270 Classification Sensor ....98 Locks Power distribution box autolock ........78 (see Fuses) .......193 childproof ........80 doors ..........78 Power door locks ......78 Power mirrors ......56 Lubricant specifications ...259 Power point .........52 Lug nuts ........206 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 271 ......206 BeltMinder , Steering wheel deactivating/activating ...110 extension assembly ....111 controls ........60 tilting .........48 for adults ......102–104 for children .....120–121 Occupant Classification Sensor ........98 safety belt maintenance ..111 Tailgate ........75–76 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 272 ..54 Traction control ......171 Windshield washer fluid and Traction-lok rear axle ....172 wipers ..........48 Transfer case checking and adding fluid ..230 fluid checking ......256 replacing wiper blades ...230 2007 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

Lincoln 2007 Mark LT Owner's Manual

Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Entertainment Systems

Climate Controls

Lights

Driver Controls

Locks and Security

Seating and Safety Restraints

Tires, Wheels and Loading

Driving

Roadside Emergencies

Customer Assistance

Cleaning

Maintenance and Specifications

Accessories

Index

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