1997 Mercury Mountaineer engine

STEERING COLUMN
CONTROLS
Positions of the ignition
ACCESSORYallows electrical
accessories such as radio and
wipers/washer to operate while the
engine is not running.
LOCKlocks the steering wheel
and gearshift lever.
OFFshuts off the ignition and
accessories and allows the
gearshift lever and steering wheel
to move.
ONtests the warning lights. The
key remains here when engine is
running.
STARTcranks the engine. The key
returns toONwhen released.
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Overdrive control
Activating overdrive
OverdriveDis the normal drive
position for the best fuel economy
and will remain on until overdrive
is deactivated.
The overdrive function allows
automatic upshifts to 2nd, 3rd, and
4th gear.
Deactivating overdrive
Press the transmission control
switch on the end of the gearshift
lever. The transmission control
indicator light (TCIL)
O/D
OFFwill
illuminate on the instrument
cluster.
Transmission will operate in gears
1-3. To return to normal overdrive
mode, press the transmission
control switch again.
O/D
OFFwill turn
off.
When starting your vehicle, the
transmission will automatically
return to normal overdrive mode.
Deactivate overdrive when:
²driving with a heavy load
²driving in hilly areas
²additional engine braking is
desired
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When installing new batteries, be
sure to place the positive (+) side
down as marked. Snap the two
halves back together.
Replacing lost transmitters
If a transmitter is lost, take your
vehicle's transmitter to the dealer
to have the remote entry system
deprogrammed for the lost
transmitter. This will prevent
unauthorized use of the lost
transmitter.
You can purchase additional
transmitters (up to four can be
used) from your dealer. Use the
following instructions to
re-program the key fobs.
Re-programming your key
fob(s)
1. Insert key into ignition.
2. Rotate key to ON five times. DO
NOT START THE ENGINE. Keep
key in ON position the fifth time.
Locks will lock/unlock by
themselves.
3. Push UNLOCK on first key fob.
Doors will lock/unlock to indicate
key fob has been programmed.
4. Repeat Step 3 for each key fob
to be re-programmed.
5. Turn ignition key to OFF. Verify
each transmitter has been
programmed by activating any
button.
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Delayed accessory
Delayed accessory provides power
to operate the power windows and
power moon roof (if equipped) for
10 minutes after the ignition
switch is turned to OFF.
If either front door is opened
during the 10 minute period the
delayed accessory feature is
disabled.
Battery saver
Battery saver is a feature that
automatically shuts off power to
these lights after 40 minutes: glove
box, engine compartment,
overhead console, mirror, courtesy
and interior lamps.
Battery saver prevents the battery
from being drained if these lights
are left on or if a door is not
completely closed. Battery power
is restored if the remote entry
transmitter is used, any door is
opened, the liftgate is opened, or
ignition key is turned to ON.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
Extended idling at high
engine speeds can produce
very high temperatures in the
engine and exhaust system,
creating the risk of fire or other
damage.
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.
Do not start your vehicle
in a closed garage or other
enclosed area. Never sit in a
stopped vehicle for more than a
short period of time with the
engine running. Exhaust fumes
are toxic. SeeGuarding against
exhaust fumeslater in this
chapter for more instructions.
PREPARING TO START YOUR
VEHICLE
Before starting the vehicle:
1. Make sure all vehicle occupants
have buckled their safety belts.
Refer to theSeating and safety
restraintschapter for more
information.
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The above lights illuminate briefly.
If a light fails to illuminate, have
the vehicle serviced.
If the driver's safety belt is
fastened, the
light does not
illuminate.
STARTING THE VEHICLE
After completing the steps under
Preparing to start the vehicle:
1. Turn the key to START, hold
until engine is running, then
release. DO NOT press the
accelerator.
The key will return to the ON
position.
2. After idling for a few seconds,
apply the brake and release the
parking brake.
Special conditions when
starting
Starting a cold engine
At temperatures -12ÉC (10ÉF) and
below, do not hold the key in the
START position longer than 15
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seconds. If the engine does not
start on the first attempt:
1. Turn the ignition key to LOCK
and wait approximately 10
seconds.
2. Try starting the engine again.
At temperatures above -12ÉC
(10ÉF), do not hold the key in the
START position longer than five
seconds. If the engine does not
start on the first attempt:
1. Turn the ignition key to LOCK
and wait approximately five
seconds.
2. Try starting the engine again.
Starting a warm engine
Do not hold the key in the START
position for longer than five
seconds. If the engine does not
start on the first attempt:
1. Turn the ignition key to LOCK
and wait a few seconds until the
starter stops.
2. Try starting the engine again.
Starting the engine after two
failed attempts (warm or cold)
If the engine does not start after
two attempts:
1. Turn the key to LOCK and wait
about two minutes.
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2. Press the accelerator all the way
to the floor and hold.
3. Turn the key to START. Release
it once the engine starts.
4. Release the accelerator
gradually as the engine speeds up.
If the engine still does not start,
refer toFuel pump shutoff
switchin theRoadside
emergencieschapter.
Engine block heater (if
equipped)
To prevent electrical
shock, do not use your
engine block heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged (cheater) adapters.
Engine block heaters are strongly
recommended if you live in a
region where temperatures reach
-23ÉC (-10ÉF) or below. An engine
block heater works by warming the
engine coolant. This improves
engine starting by warming the
engine faster. Engine block heater
operation also allows the heater
and defrost system to respond
more quickly than usual.
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