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Passenger
compartment
fuse
panel
The
fuse
panel
is
located
on
the
left
hand
side
of
the
instrument
panel
facing
the
driver’
s
side
door
.
Pull
the
panel
cover
outward
to
access
the
fuses.
T
o
remove
a
fuse
use
the
fuse
puller
tool
provided
on
the
fuse
panel
cover
.
Roadside
emergencies
180
179
181
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
2
Icons
2
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
3
Special Notices
3
Using Your Vehicle with a Snowplow
3
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
3
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
4
Instrumentation
6
Warning Lights and Chimes
8
Check Engine
8
What You Should Do if the Check Engine Light Illuminates
8
Check Fuel Cap
9
Light Is Blinking
9
Safety Belt
10
Brake System Warning
10
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
10
Air Bag Readiness
10
Turn Signal
11
High Beams
11
Anti-Theft System
11
Charging System
11
Four Wheel Drive Low
12
Four Wheel Drive High
12
Door Ajar
12
O/D off
12
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
13
Speed Control
13
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
13
Safety Belt Warning Chime
13
Speedometer
14
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
14
Odometer
15
Trip Odometer
15
Tachometer
15
Battery Voltage Gauge
16
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
16
Fuel Gauge
16
Fuel Range
17
English/Metric Display
17
Selectable Features
17
Message Center
17
Fuel Status
18
Fuel Economy
18
Reset
18
System Check
19
Operating the Message Center During System Check
19
Oil Change Reset
20
Headlamp Control
21
Foglamp Control
21
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
21
Controls and Features
21
Fan Speed Control
22
Flash to Pass
22
Climate Control System
22
Panel Dimmer Control
22
Mode Selector Control
23
Operating Tips
24
To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather Conditions
25
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) System
26
Turning the EATC on
26
Turning the EATC off
26
Automatic Operation
26
Temperature Selection
27
Temperature Conversion
28
Fan Speed
28
Manual Override Controls
28
To Aid in Defogging and Demisting
30
Rear Fan off
30
Rear Console Climate Controls
31
Rear Window Defroster
33
4Wd Control
33
Reverse Sensing System
33
Using Your Audio System
36
AM/FM Stereo Cassette
36
Volume/Power Control
36
AM/FM Select
37
AM/FM Select in Radio Mode
37
AM/FM Select in Tape Mode
37
Tune Adjust
37
Setting Memory Preset Stations
38
Scan Function
38
Radio Station Memory Preset
38
Scan Function in Radio Mode
38
Treble Adjust
39
Speaker Balance Adjust
39
Speaker Fade Adjust
39
Tape Select
39
Automatic Music Search
40
Rewind
40
Fast Forward
40
Tape Direction Select
40
Dolby Noise Reduction
41
Setting the Clock
41
Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD
43
Tune Adjust in Radio Mode
44
Tune Adjust for CD Changer
45
Seek Function
45
Seek Function in Tape Mode
45
Seek Function in Radio Mode
45
Seek Function for CD or CD Changer
46
Autoset Memory Preset
47
Starting Autoset Memory Preset
47
Bass Adjust
48
Tape/CD Select
49
Compression Adjust
51
Shuffle Feature
51
Rear Seat Controls
53
Mute Mode
53
Adjusting the Volume
54
Turning the Speakers on and off
55
Using Headphones
55
Mode Select
55
Memory Preset Control
56
MACH Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD
57
Seek Function for CD Changer
60
Radio Data System (RDS) Feature
67
RDS Traffic Announcement
67
RDS Select Program Type
68
RDS Show
68
CD and CD Changer Care
75
If Sound Skips
75
Cleaning Compact Discs
75
Troubleshooting the CD Changer
75
Cleaning Cassette Player
76
Cassette and Cassette Player Care
76
Radio Frequency Information
76
Radio Reception Factors
76
Turn Signal Control
77
Positions of the Ignition
77
To Turn Speed Control on
78
To Turn Speed Control off
78
To Set a Speed
79
To Set a Higher Set Speed
79
To Disengage Speed Control
80
To Set a Lower Set Speed
80
Indicator Light
81
To Return to a Previously Set Speed
81
Tilt Steering Wheel
82
Hazard Flasher
82
Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
82
Speed Dependent Wipers
83
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
83
Steering Wheel Controls
84
Radio Control Features
84
Overhead Console
85
Storage Compartment
85
Installing a Garage Door Opener
85
To Close the Moon Roof
86
Moon Roof
86
To Open the Moon Roof
86
Electronic Compass/Temperature Display
87
Outside Air Temperature
87
Compass
87
Compass Zone Adjustment
88
Compass Calibration Adjustment
89
Homelink Universal Transceiver with Travelnote
89
Programming
90
Canadian Programming
90
To Program Your Hand-Held Transmitters
91
Operating the Homelink Universal Transceiver
91
Rolling Code Programming
91
Erasing Homelink Buttons
92
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
92
To Play a Message
93
Operating Travelnote
93
To Record a Message
93
Autolamp Delay System
94
To Delete a Message
94
Setting Autolamp
94
Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror
95
Power Windows
95
One Touch down
96
Window Lock
96
Power Door Locks
96
To Adjust Your Mirrors
97
Power Side View Mirrors
97
Childproof Door Locks
97
Fold-Away Mirrors
98
Center Console
98
Heated Outside Mirrors
98
Auxiliary Power Point
99
Rear Console Features
99
Center Armrest/Rear Cupholder
100
Positive Retention Floor Mat
100
Rear Liftgate
100
Cargo Cover
101
To Install the Shade
101
Rewinding the Shade
101
Remote Entry System
102
Sounding a Panic Alarm
103
Unlocking the Doors
103
Locking the Doors
103
Memory Seat Feature
104
Replacing the Battery
105
Replacing Lost Transmitters
105
Programming Remote Transmitters
106
Illuminated Entry
106
Keyless Entry System
107
Programming Your Own Personal Entry Code
107
Erasing Personal Code
108
Unlocking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
108
Locking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
108
Autolock
108
Deactivating Autolock
109
Passive Anti-Theft System
110
Automatic Arming
110
Automatic Disarming
110
Key Information
110
Programming Spare Keys
112
Adjustable Head Restraints
113
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
113
Seating and Safety Restraints
113
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
114
Rear Seats
116
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
116
Folding Rear Seats
116
To Return the Seat to the Upright Position
117
Safety Restraints Precautions
117
Safety Restraints
117
Energy Management Feature
118
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
119
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
120
Automatic Locking Mode
120
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
120
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
120
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
121
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
122
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
122
Belt Minder
123
Conditions of Operation
123
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
123
One Time Disable
125
Deactivating/Activating the Belt Minder Feature
125
Safety Belt Maintenance
126
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
127
Important Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
128
Children and Air Bags
129
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
130
Determining if the System Is Operational
131
Side Air Bag System
132
How Does the Side Air Bag System Work?
133
Safety Restraints for Children
135
Important Child Restraint Precautions
135
Children and Safety Belts
135
Safety Seats for Children
136
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
136
When Installing a Child Safety Seat
137
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
140
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
143
Starting
143
Important Safety Precautions
144
Before Starting the Vehicle
144
Starting the Engine
145
Using the Engine Block Heater
146
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
146
Important Ventilating Information
147
Brakes
148
Driving
148
ABS Warning Lamp
149
Using ABS
149
Parking Brake
150
Steering
151
Air Suspension System
151
Preparing to Drive Your Vehicle
152
Automatic Transmission Operation
153
Brake-Shift Interlock
153
Driving with a 4–Speed Automatic Transmission
154
Understanding Gearshift Positions
154
P (Park)
154
R (Reverse)
154
N (Neutral)
155
Forced Downshifts
156
Driving with a 5–Speed Automatic Transmission
156
Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) Operation
159
Control-Trac Automatic Four-Wheel Drive System
159
Positions of the Control-Trac System
160
Using the Control-Trac System
161
Shifting between 4WD AUTO and 4WD HIGH
161
Shifting from 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH to 4WD LOW
161
Shifting from 4WD LOW to 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH
162
Driving Off-Road with 4WD
162
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
162
Sand
163
Mud and Water
163
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
163
Driving on Snow and Ice
164
Driving Off-Road with AWD
165
Vehicle Loading
167
Base Curb Weight
167
Payload
167
Traction-Lok Axle
167
Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
169
Driving through Water
170
4X2 Automatic Transmission
171
4X4 and AWD Automatic Transmission
171
Preparing to Tow
172
Hitches
172
Trailer Brakes
172
Safety Chains
172
Servicing after Towing
173
Trailer Lamps
173
Driving While You Tow
173
Using a Step Bumper
173
Trailer Towing Tips
174
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
174
Recreational Towing (All Wheels on the Ground)
174
Luggage Rack
175
To Adjust Cross-Bar Position
175
Using Roadside Assistance
176
Roadside Emergencies
176
Resetting the Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
178
Fuses and Relays
179
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
179
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
180
Fuses
181
Power Distribution Box
183
High-Current Fuses
184
Changing the Tires
186
Spare Tire Information
186
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
186
Removing the Spare Tire
186
Stowing the Spare Tire
187
Tire Change Procedure
187
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
190
Preparing Your Vehicle
191
Connecting the Jumper Cables
191
Removing the Jumper Cables
194
Jump Starting
194
Wrecker Towing
197
Service Recommendations
198
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
198
Working with the Engine off
198
Maintenance and Care
198
Opening the Hood
199
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
200
4.0L SOHC V6 Engine
200
5.0L V8 Engine
201
Engine Oil
201
Checking the Engine Oil
201
Adding Engine Oil
203
Engine Oil Recommendations
204
Engine Oil Filter Recommendation
205
Brake Fluid
205
Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
205
Windshield Washer Fluid
206
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid
206
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
207
Checking Engine Coolant
207
Adding Engine Coolant
209
Recycled Engine Coolant
210
Coolant Refill Capacity
211
Severe Climates
211
If You Drive in Extremely Hot Climates
211
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
212
Transmission Fluid
213
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
213
Correct Fluid Level
214
Low Fluid Level
214
High Fluid Level
215
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
215
Checking and Adding Transfer Case Fluid
216
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
216
Battery
217
Windshield Wiper Blades
219
Checking the Wiper Blades
219
Rear Window Wiper Blades
220
Changing the Wiper Blades
220
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
220
Temperature a B C
221
Treadwear
221
Traction AA a B C
221
Servicing Your Tires
222
Checking the Tire Pressure
222
Tire Rotation
222
Replacing the Tires
223
Snow Tires and Chains
224
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
224
Choosing the Right Fuel
226
Octane Recommendations
227
Fuel Quality
227
Cleaner Air
227
When Fueling Your Vehicle
228
Fuel Filler Cap
228
Running out of Fuel
228
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
229
Fuel Filter
229
Measuring Techniques
229
Filling the Tank
229
Calculating Fuel Economy
230
Habits
231
Maintenance
231
EPA Window Sticker
232
Emission Control System
232
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
234
Bulbs
234
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
234
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
235
To Remove the Headlamp Bulb
235
To Install the New Bulb
235
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
236
Replacing Tail Lamp/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
237
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
237
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
238
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs
238
Using the Right Bulbs
239
Aiming the Headlamps
240
Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
240
Washing Your Vehicle
240
Cleaning the Engine
241
Repairing Paint Chips
241
Waxing Your Vehicle
241
Cleaning the Wheels
242
Underbody
243
Cleaning Non-Painted Plastic Exterior Parts
243
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
243
Cleaning the Wiper Blades, Windshield and Rear Window
243
Cleaning the Instrument Panel
244
Cleaning the Instrument Cluster Lens
244
Cleaning the Overhead Console
244
Cleaning the Interior Fabric
244
Inside Windows
245
Cleaning Mirrors
245
Woodtone Trim
245
Cleaning Leather Seats
245
Motorcraft Part Numbers
246
Capacities and Specifications
246
Refill Capacities
247
Lubricant Specifications
249
Engine Data
251
Vehicle Dimensions
252
Identifying Your Vehicle
254
Certification Label
254
Vehicle Identification Number
254
Engine Number
254
Customer Assistance
255
Reporting Safety Defects
267
Index
268
Filling Station Information
279
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Mercury Mountaineer 2001 Specifications
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Brand
Mercury
Model
Mountaineer 2001
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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