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Table of Contents
1
Introduction
2
Icons
2
Warnings
3
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
3
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
4
Instrumentation
6
Optional Instrument Cluster
8
Low Fuel
8
Standard Instrument Cluster
8
Warning Lights and Chimes
8
Check Engine
9
Light Turns on Solid
9
Light Is Blinking
10
Air Bag Readiness
10
Engine Coolant Temperature
10
Safety Belt
10
Brake System Warning
11
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
11
Turn Signal
11
High Beams
11
Air Suspension
12
Engine Oil Pressure
12
Charging System
12
O/D off
13
Traction Control
13
Message Center Indicator Lights
13
Speed Control
13
Door Ajar
14
Low Washer Fluid
14
Trunk Ajar
14
Safety Belt Warning Chime
14
Fuel Gauge
15
Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges
15
Standard Instrument Cluster Gauges
15
Headlamps on Warning Chime
15
Speedometer
16
Odometer
17
Trip Odometer
18
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
18
Battery Voltage Gauge
19
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
19
Electronic Message Center
20
Selectable Features
20
Reset
20
Message Center Functions
21
Select
21
To Reset any Function
21
E/M
21
Avg Fuel Economy
22
TRIP a and TRIP B
23
AVG SPEED (Average Speed)
23
Panel Dimmer Control
24
Headlamp Control
24
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
24
Controls and Features
24
Rear Window Defroster
25
Autolamp Control
25
Flash to Pass
25
Climate Control System
26
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
26
Fan Speed Control
26
Temperature Control Knob
26
Operating Tips
27
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) System
28
Turning the EATC on
29
Turning the EATC off
29
Automatic Operation
29
Temperature Selection
29
Temperature Conversion
30
Fan Speed
31
Manual Override Controls
31
Displaying Outside Temperature
33
Clock
34
Using Your Audio System
35
AM/FM Stereo Cassette
35
Volume/Power Control
35
AM/FM Select
36
AM/FM Select in Radio Mode
36
AM/FM Select in Tape Mode
36
Tune Adjust in Radio Mode
36
Setting Memory Preset Stations
37
Scan Function in Radio Mode
37
Radio Station Memory Preset
37
Scan Function
37
Treble Adjust
38
Speaker Balance Adjust
38
Speaker Fade Adjust
38
Tape Select
38
Automatic Music Search
39
Rewind
39
Fast Forward
39
Tape Direction Select
39
AM/FM Stereo / Single CD Radio
40
Dolby Noise Reduction
40
Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette (CD Changer Compatible)
46
Scan Function in Tape Mode
49
Scan Function in CD Mode
49
Starting Autoset Memory Preset
50
Bass Adjust
50
Setting the Clock
55
CD Changer
55
If Your Changer Does Not Work
57
If Sound Skips
57
Troubleshooting the CD Changer
57
CD and CD Changer Care
58
Cassette and Cassette Player Care
58
Radio Frequency Information
58
Cleaning Compact Discs
58
Radio Reception Factors
59
Turn Signal Control
59
Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
60
Cornering Lamps
60
Positions of the Ignition
60
Activating Overdrive
61
Deactivating Overdrive
61
Tilt Steering
61
Overdrive Control
61
To Turn Speed Control on
62
To Turn Speed Control off
62
To Set a Speed
63
To Set a Higher Set Speed
63
To Set a Lower Set Speed
64
To Disengage Speed Control
64
To Return to a Previously Set Speed
65
Indicator Light
65
Homelink Universal Transceiver
65
Programming
66
Rolling Code Programming
67
Canadian Programming
67
Operating the Homelink Universal Transceiver
67
Erasing Homelink Buttons
68
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
68
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror
69
Electronic Compass
69
Compass Zone Adjustment
70
Compass Calibration Adjustment
71
Trunk Remote Control
71
Power Windows
72
Express down
72
Power Side View Mirrors
73
Window Lock
73
Smart Locks
73
Power Door Locks
73
Childproof Door Locks
74
Positive Retention Floor Mat
74
Remote Entry System
75
Unlocking the Doors
75
Locking the Doors
75
Deactivating/Activating the Horn Chirp Feature
75
Autolock
76
Relock
76
Deactivating/Activating the Autolock Feature
76
Opening the Trunk
78
Sounding a Panic Alarm
78
Illuminated Entry
79
Replacing the Battery
79
Replacing Lost Transmitters
80
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
80
Theft Indicator
81
Programming Spare Securilock Keys
81
Keyless Entry System
82
Programming Your Own Entry Code
83
Erasing Personal Code
84
Interior Luggage Compartment Release
85
Locking Doors with the Keyless Entry System
85
Head Restraints
87
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
87
Seating and Safety Restraints
87
Using the Manual Recline Function
88
To Adjust the Front Seatback Using the Manual Recliner
89
Adjusting the Power Front Seats – Door Mounted Controls
89
Adjusting the Power Seats – Seat Mounted Controls
90
Safety Restraints
91
Using the Power Lumbar Support
91
Safety Restraints Precautions
91
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
92
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
93
Automatic Locking Mode
93
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
93
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
94
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
94
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
95
Adjusting the Lap Belt
95
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
96
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
96
Conditions of Operation
97
Belt Minder
97
One Time Disable
99
Deactivating/Activating the Belt Minder Feature
99
Safety Belt Maintenance
100
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
101
Important Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
101
Children and Air Bags
103
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
103
Determining if the System Is Operational
105
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
105
Safety Restraints for Children
105
Important Child Restraint Precautions
106
Children and Safety Belts
106
When Installing a Child Safety Seat
107
Safety Seats for Children
107
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
107
Installing Child Safety Seats in the Lap Belt Seating Positions
111
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
111
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
113
Important Safety Precautions
113
Starting
113
Starting the Engine
115
Using the Engine Block Heater
116
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
116
Important Ventilating Information
117
Brakes
118
Driving
118
ABS Warning Lamp
119
Using ABS
119
Parking Brake with Auto-Release
119
Steering
122
Speed Sensitive Steering (Except Police Vehicles)
122
Air Suspension System (if Equipped)
122
Automatic Transmission Operation
123
Brake-Shift Interlock
123
Understanding Gearshift Positions
124
Driving with a 4–Speed Automatic Transmission
124
Overdrive
125
Drive
125
Traction-Lok Axle
126
Vehicle Loading
127
Trailer Towing
128
Preparing to Tow
129
Hitches
129
Safety Chains
129
Trailer Brakes
129
Trailer Towing Tips
130
Servicing after Towing
130
When Towing a Trailer
130
Driving While You Tow
130
Recreational Towing (All Wheels on the Ground)
131
All Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Vehicles
131
Driving through Water
132
Getting Roadside Assistance
133
Using Roadside Assistance
133
Roadside Emergencies
133
Hazard Flasher
134
Resetting the Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
134
Fuses and Relays
135
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
136
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
136
Power Distribution Box
138
High-Current Fuses
139
Changing the Tires
140
Relays
140
Temporary Spare Tire Information
140
Tire Change Procedure
141
Anti-Theft Lug Nuts
143
To Remove the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
144
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
144
To Install the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
144
Preparing Your Vehicle
145
Connecting the Jumper Cables
145
Jump Starting
147
Removing the Jumper Cables
147
Wrecker Towing
149
Service Recommendations
150
To Help You Service Your Vehicle
150
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
150
Maintenance and Care
150
Working with the Engine off
151
Working with the Engine on
151
Opening the Hood
151
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
152
4.6L SOHC V8 Engine
152
Checking the Engine Oil
153
Adding Engine Oil
154
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
155
Brake Fluid
156
Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
156
Windshield Washer Fluid
157
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid
157
Checking Engine Coolant
157
Adding Engine Coolant
158
Coolant Refill Capacity
160
Recycled Engine Coolant
160
Severe Climates
161
If You Drive in Extremely Hot Climates
161
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
161
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
162
If the Engine Begins to Overheat
162
Continued Operation will Increase the Engine Temperature
163
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
163
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
164
Transmission Fluid
164
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
164
Low Fluid Level
165
Correct Fluid Level
165
High Fluid Level
166
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
166
Battery
167
Air Filter Maintenance
169
Changing the Air Filter Element
169
Windshield Wiper Blades
170
Checking the Wiper Blades
170
Changing the Wiper Blades
170
To Replace the Wiper Blades
171
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
171
Treadwear
172
Traction AA a B C
172
Temperature a B C
172
Servicing Your Tires
173
Checking the Tire Pressure
173
Tire Rotation
173
Replacing the Tires
174
Snow Tires and Chains
175
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
175
Choosing the Right Fuel
178
When Fueling Your Vehicle
178
Octane Recommendations
179
Fuel Quality
179
Cleaner Air
179
Running out of Fuel
179
Fuel Filter
180
If You Have Run out of Fuel
180
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
180
Measuring Techniques
180
Calculating Fuel Economy
181
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
181
For Consistent Results When Filling the Fuel Tank
181
Conditions
182
Maintenance
182
Habits
182
Emission Control System
183
EPA Window Sticker
183
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
184
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
185
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
185
To Remove the Headlamp Bulb
185
To Install the New Bulb
186
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
187
Replacing Tail Lamp/Brake/Turn Lamp Bulbs
187
Replacing the Interior Bulbs
189
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
189
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
189
Replacing Backup Lamp Bulbs
189
Aiming the Headlamps
190
Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
190
Washing Your Vehicle
191
Waxing Your Vehicle
191
Repairing Paint Chips
192
Cleaning the Wheels
192
Cleaning Non-Painted Plastic Exterior Parts
192
Underbody
192
Cleaning the Engine
193
Cleaning the Wiper Blades, Windshield and Rear Window
193
Cleaning the Instrument Panel
194
Cleaning the Instrument Cluster Lens
194
Cleaning Seats Equipped with Side Air Bags
195
Woodtone Trim
195
Inside Windows
195
Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
195
Cleaning Leather Seats
196
Cleaning the Interior Fabric
196
Motorcraft Part Numbers
197
Refill Capacities
197
Capacities and Specifications
197
Lubricant Specifications
198
Engine Data
200
Vehicle Dimensions
200
Identifying Your Vehicle
202
Certification Label
202
Vehicle Identification Number
202
Engine Number
202
Ford Extended Service Plan
203
Customer Assistance
203
Reporting Safety Defects
214
Index
215
Filling Station Information
224
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Mercury 2000 Grand Marquis Specifications
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Brand
Mercury
Model
2000 Grand Marquis
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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