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Lincoln Mercury 2001 Owner's Manual

Lincoln Mercury 2001 Owner's Manual (242 pages)

Brand: Lincoln | Category: Automobile | Size: 2.1 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
2
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
3
Icons
3
Introduction
3
- Warnings
  4
- Breaking-In Your Vehicle
  4
- Information about this Guide
  4
- Emission Warranty
  4
- Vehicle Symbol Glossary
  5
Instrumentation
7
- Light Turns on Solid
  9
- Service Engine Soon
  9
- Warning Lights and Chimes
  9
- Air Bag Readiness
  10
- Light Is Blinking
  10
- Safety Belt
  10
- Check Fuel Cap
  11
- Brake System Warning
  11
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
  11
- Turn Signal
  12
- High Beams
  12
- Charging System
  12
- Engine Oil Pressure
  12
- Door Ajar
  13
- Trunk Ajar
  13
- Engine Coolant Temperature
  13
- Air Suspension
  14
- O/D off
  14
- Trac off
  14
- Trac Active
  15
- Speed Control
  15
- Washer
  15
- Safety Belt Warning Chime
  15
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
  16
- Headlamps on Warning Chime
  16
- Turn Signal Chime (if Equipped)
  16
- Gauges
  16
- Speedometer
  17
- Odometer
  17
- Fuel Gauge
  17
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
  18
- Electronic Message Center
  18
- Selectable Features
  19
- Reset
  19
- Compass Display (if Equipped)
  20
- Compass Zone Adjustment
  21
- Compass Calibration Adjustment
  21
- Message Center Functions
  22
- Fuel Econ (Average Fuel Economy)
  22
- AVG Speed
  24
- Dist to Empty (DTE)
  24
- E/M
  25
- Trip a B
  25
- Panel Dimmer Control
  26
- Autolamp Control
  26
- Headlamp Control
  26
Controls and Features
26
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (if Equipped)
  27
- Flash to Pass
  27
- Turning the EATC on
  28
- Turning the EATC off
  28
- Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) System
  28
- Climate Control System
  28
- Temperature Selection
  29
- Temperature Conversion
  29
- Fan Speed
  30
- Manual Override Controls
  30
- Displaying Outside Temperature
  32
- Operating Tips
  32
- To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather Conditions
  33
- Rear Window Defroster
  34
- Using Your Audio System
  34
- AM/FM Stereo Cassette
  34
- AM/FM Select in Tape Mode
  35
- AM/FM Select in Radio Mode
  35
- AM/FM Select
  35
- Volume/Power Control
  35
- Tune Adjust
  36
- Tune Adjust in Radio Mode
  36
- Seek Function
  36
- Scan Function
  36
- Setting Memory Preset Stations
  37
- Bass Adjust
  37
- Treble Adjust
  37
- Speaker Balance Adjust
  38
- Speaker Fade Adjust
  38
- Tape Select
  38
- Tape Direction Select
  39
- Rewind
  39
- Fast Forward
  39
- Automatic Music Search
  39
- Eject Function
  40
- Dolby Noise Reduction
  40
- Setting the Clock
  40
- Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette (CD Changer Compatible)
  42
- Alpine Audio System with AM/FM Stereo Cassette
  42
- Speed Sensitive Volume (if Equipped)
  43
- Phone Mode
  53
- Digital Signal Processing (if Equipped)
  53
- Setting the Clock with Radio Data System (RDS) Feature
  54
- CD Changer (if Equipped)
  54
- If Your Changer Does Not Work
  56
- If Sound Skips
  56
- Troubleshooting the CD Changer (if Equipped)
  56
- Cleaning Compact Discs
  57
- CD and CD Changer Care
  57
- Cleaning Cassette Player (if Equipped)
  57
- Cassette and Cassette Player Care
  57
- Radio Frequency Information
  58
- Radio Reception Factors
  58
- Audio System Warranties and Service
  58
- Clock (if Equipped)
  59
- Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
  59
- Positions of the Ignition
  60
- Traction Control
  60
- Auxiliary Power Point
  60
- Tilt Steering
  61
- Turn Signal Control
  61
- Keys
  61
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
  62
- Mist Function
  62
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Features
  62
- To Turn Speed Control off
  63
- To Set a Speed
  63
- To Set a Higher Set Speed
  64
- To Set a Lower Set Speed
  64
- To Disengage Speed Control
  65
- Radio Control Features
  66
- To Return to a Previously Set Speed
  66
- Indicator Message
  66
- Indicator Light
  66
- Climate Control Features
  67
- Overdrive Control
  67
- Activating Overdrive
  67
- Deactivating Overdrive
  67
- Homelink Universal Transceiver (if Equipped)
  68
- Programming
  68
- Canadian Programming
  69
- Operating the Homelink Universal Transceiver
  70
- Rolling Code Programming
  70
- Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
  71
- Erasing Homelink Buttons
  71
- Moon Roof (if Equipped)
  72
- To Open the Moon Roof
  72
- Interior Lamps
  72
- Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps
  72
- Trunk Remote Control
  73
- Fuel Door Release
  73
- Fuel Filler Door Override Release
  74
- Power Windows
  74
- Express down
  74
- Window Lock
  74
- Smart Locks
  75
- Power Side View Mirrors
  75
- Power Door Locks
  75
- Accessory Delay (if Equipped)
  75
- Heated Outside Mirrors (if Equipped)
  76
- Childproof Door Locks
  76
- Memory Seats/Rearview Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals
  77
- Rear Center Console Features (if Equipped)
  77
- Radio/Climate Controls
  78
- Radio/Climate Controls Lockout
  78
- Remote Seat Adjustment
  78
- Remote Seat Adjustment Lockout
  79
- Positive Retention Floor Mat
  80
- Remote Entry System
  80
- Deactivating/Activating the Horn Chirp Feature
  81
- Unlocking the Doors
  81
- Locking the Doors
  81
- Opening the Trunk
  82
- Sounding a Panic Alarm
  82
- Replacing the Battery
  82
- To Replace the Battery
  83
- Replacing Lost Transmitters
  83
- Illuminated Entry
  84
- Autolock
  84
- The Inside Lights will Not Turn off if
  84
- Memory Seat/Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals Feature (if Equipped)
  85
- Keyless Entry System (if Equipped)
  86
- Deactivating the Memory Seat/Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals Feature
  86
- Reactivating the Memory Seat/Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals Feature
  86
- Programming Your Own Entry Code
  87
- Erasing Personal Code
  87
- Unlocking the Doors and Releasing the Trunk with the Keyless Entry System
  88
- Locking Doors with the Keyless Entry System
  88
- Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
  89
- Automatic Arming
  89
- Automatic Disarming
  89
- Key Information
  89
- Programming Spare Keys
  91
- Interior Luggage Compartment Release
  92
- Adjusting the Power Front Seats – Door Mounted Controls
  93
- Head Restraints
  93
Seating and Safety Restraints
93
Starting
127
- Starting the Engine
  129
- Using the Engine Block Heater (if Equipped)
  129
- Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
  130
- Important Ventilating Information
  130
- Brakes
  131
Driving
131
- ABS Warning Lamp
  132
- Using ABS
  132
- Parking Brake with Auto-Release
  132
- Traction Control Switch
  134
- Speed Sensitive Steering
  135
- Steering
  135
- Automatic Transmission Operation (if Equipped)
  136
- Brake-Shift Interlock
  136
- Driving with a 4–Speed Automatic Transmission
  137
- Understanding Gearshift Positions
  137
- Overdrive
  138
- Drive
  139
- Forced Downshifts
  140
- Traction-Lok Axle (if Equipped)
  140
- Vehicle Loading
  140
- Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
  141
- GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
  141
- GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
  141
- GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
  141
- Trailer Towing
  142
- Preparing to Tow
  142
- Hitches
  142
- Safety Chains
  142
- Trailer Brakes
  143
- Trailer Lamps
  143
- Driving While You Tow
  143
- Servicing after Towing
  143
- Trailer Towing Tips
  144
- Launching or Retrieving a Boat
  144
- Recreational Towing (All Wheels on the Ground)
  144
- Driving through Water
  145
- All Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Vehicles
  145
- Getting Roadside Assistance
  146
- Using Roadside Assistance
  146
Roadside Emergencies
146
- Hazard Flasher
  147
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  147
- Fuses
  148
- Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
  149
- Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
  149
- Fuses Codes
  150
- Power Distribution Box
  152
- High-Current Fuses
  153
- Tire Change Procedure
  155
- Temporary Spare Tire Information
  155
- Changing the Tires
  155
- Jack Location
  157
- Jump Starting Your Vehicle
  159
- Preparing Your Vehicle
  159
- Connecting the Jumper Cables
  160
- Jump Starting
  162
- Removing the Jumper Cables
  162
- Wrecker Towing
  164
- Service Recommendations
  165
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  165
Maintenance and Care
165
- Opening the Hood
  166
- Working with the Engine off
  166
- Working with the Engine on
  166
- 4.6L SOHC V8 Engine
  167
- Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
  167
- Checking the Engine Oil
  168
- Adding Engine Oil
  169
- Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
  170
- Brake Fluid
  171
- Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
  171
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  172
- Engine Coolant
  172
- Checking Engine Coolant
  172
- Adding Engine Coolant
  173
- Severe Climates
  176
- Recycled Engine Coolant
  176
- Coolant Refill Capacity
  176
- What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
  177
- How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
  177
- When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
  178
- Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
  179
- Transmission Fluid
  179
- Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (if Equipped)
  179
- Low Fluid Level
  180
- Correct Fluid Level
  180
- Battery
  182
- Air Filter Maintenance
  184
- Changing the Air Filter Element
  184
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  185
- Checking the Wiper Blades
  185
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  185
- To Replace the Wiper Blades:
  186
- Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
  186
- Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature a
  186
- Treadwear
  187
- Traction AA a B C
  187
- Temperature a B C
  187
- Servicing Your Tires
  188
- Tire Rotation
  188
- Replacing the Tires
  189
- What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
  190
- Fuel Filler Cap
  192
- Choosing the Right Fuel
  193
- Octane Recommendations
  193
- Fuel Quality
  194
- Cleaner Air
  194
- Running out of Fuel
  194
- Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
  195
- Fuel Filter
  195
- Measuring Techniques
  195
- Filling the Tank
  195
- Habits
  196
- Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
  196
- Calculating Fuel Economy
  196
- Maintenance
  197
- Conditions
  197
- EPA Window Sticker
  198
- Emission Control System
  198
- Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
  199
- Replacing Exterior Bulbs
  200
- Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
  200
- To Install the New Bulb
  202
- Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Lamp Bulbs
  203
- Replacing the Interior Bulbs
  204
- Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
  204
- Replacing Tail Lamp/Backup Bulbs
  204
- Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
  204
- Using the Right Bulbs
  205
- Aiming the Headlamps
  205
- Horizontal Aim Adjustment
  206
- Vertical Aim Adjustment
  207
- Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
  207
- Washing Your Vehicle
  207
- Underbody
  208
- Waxing Your Vehicle
  208
- Repairing Paint Chips
  208
- Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
  209
- Cleaning Mirrors
  209
- Cleaning Non-Painted Plastic Exterior Parts
  209
- Cleaning the Wheels
  209
- Cleaning the Engine
  210
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel
  211
- Cleaning the Instrument Cluster Lens
  211
- Cleaning Seats Equipped with Side Air Bags
  211
- Woodtone Trim
  211
- Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
  212
- Cleaning Leather Seats (if Equipped)
  212
- Cleaning the Interior Fabric
  212
- Motorcraft Part Numbers
  213
- Refill Capacities
  213
Capacities and Specifications
213
- Lubricant Specifications
  215
- Engine Data
  216
- Vehicle Dimensions
  217
- Identifying Your Vehicle
  219
- Certification Label
  219
- Vehicle Identification Number
  219
- Engine Number
  219
- Ford Extended Service Plan
  220
- Getting the Services You Need
  220
Customer Assistance
220
Reporting Safety Defects
231
Index
232
Filling Station Information
241

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