2000 Mercury Villager brake light

Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop
the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by
moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake
pedal.
Driving through deep water where the transaxle is submerged
may allow water into the transaxle and cause internal damage.
VEHICLE LOADING
Before loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms:
²Base Curb Weight:Weight of the vehicle including any standard
equipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. It does not include passengers or
aftermarket equipment.
²Payload:Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo, passengers
and optional equipment. The payload equals the gross vehicle weight
rating minus base curb weight.
²GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight):Base curb weight plus payload
weight. The GVW is not a limit or a specification.
²GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating):Maximum total weight of
the base vehicle, passengers, optional equipment and cargo. The
GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety
Certification Label on the driver's door pillar.
²GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating):Carrying capacity for each axle
system. The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the
Safety Certification Label on the driver's door pillar.
²GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating):Maximum combined
weight of towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo) and the
trailer. The GCWR indicates the maximum loaded weight that the
vehicle is designed to tow.
²Maximum Trailer Weight Rating:Maximum weight of a trailer the
vehicle is permitted to tow. The maximum trailer weight rating is
determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each
engine/transmission combination, any required option weight for trailer
towing and the weight of the driver from the GCWR for the towing
vehicle.
²Maximum Trailer Weight:maximum weight of a trailer the loaded
vehicle (including passengers and cargo) is permitted to tow. It is
determined by subtracting the weight of the loaded trailer towing
vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment
Fuse Panel Description
Stop Lamp 20A Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch, Trailer
Tow Control Unit
Cigar
Lighter20A Cigar Lighter
Hazard 10A Hazard Warning Flasher Switch, Anti-Theft
Indicator
RR Pwr
Plug20A Rear Powerpoint
Rear Blower 15A Rear Blower Motor Relay, Rear Blower
Motor
Wiper 20A Front Wiper/Washer Assembly
Rear Blower 15A Rear Blower Motor Relay, Rear Blower
Motor
Rear Wiper 10A Rear Wiper/Washer Assembly
O2 Sensor 7.5A Oxygen Sensor
Audio 7.5A Radio
Turn 10A Hazard Warning Flasher Switch
Audio Amp 20A Subwoofer Amplifier
Front
Blower20A Front Blower Motor, Front Blower
Motor/Speed Controller
Eng Cont 7.5A Powertrain Control Module, Lighting
Control Module
Relays 10A Speed Control, Instrument Cluster, Rear
Blower Motor, Data Link Connector #2,
Cooling Fans
A/C Cont 7.5A Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
(EATC) Module, A/C Relay, Front Climate
Control Panel
Electron 10A Transmission Control, Lighting Control
Module, ABS Control Module, Smart Entry
Control (SEC)/Timer Module
Rear Defog 20A Rear Window Defrost
Front
Blower20A Front Blower Motor, Front Blower
Motor/Speed Controller
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Do not push start your vehicle. You could damage the catalytic
converter.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes, and
clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push start your vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start capability.
Preparing your vehicle
1.Use only a 12±volt supply to start your vehicle.
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle's electrical system.
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle
making sure the two vehiclesdo nottouch. Set the parking brake on
both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving
parts.
4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before
you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.
5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical
surges. Turn all other accessories off.
Connecting the jumper cables
1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to the positive (+) terminal of
the discharged battery.
Note:In the illustrations,lightning boltsare used to designate the
assisting (boosting) battery.
+–+–
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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle:
²We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy
location.
²We provide a Scheduled Maintenance Guide which makes tracking
routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide
necessary parts and service. Check your ªWarranty Guideº to find out
which parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle.
²Do not work on a hot engine.
²When the engine is running, make sure that loose clothing, jewelry or
long hair does not get caught up in moving parts.
²Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
²Keep all lit cigarettes, open flames and other lit material away from
the battery and all fuel related parts.
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must ªrelearnº its idle
conditions before your vehicle will drive properly, as explained inBattery
in this chapter.
Working with the engine off
1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Working with the engine on
1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a ªnot ready for I/M testº
condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing,
follow the procedure described below:
1. Allow the engine to cool to ambient temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will point to C).
2. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area between H and C).
3. Accelerate the vehicle to 88 km/h (55 mph), then quickly release the
accelerator pedal completely for at least six seconds.
4. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment, then drive the
vehicle at a speed of 86 to 96 km/h (53 to 60 mph) for at least five
minutes.
5. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
6. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 km/h (35 mph), and maintain the speed
for 20 seconds.
7. Repeat steps five and six at least three times.
8. Accelerate the vehicle to 88 km/h (55 mph), and maintain the speed
for at least three minutes.
9. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop and turn the engine off.
10. Repeat steps one through nine at least one more time.
If step one through eight are interrupted, repeat the preceding step. Any
safe driving mode is acceptable between steps. Once started, do not turn
off the engine until step seven is completed.
BULBS
Replacing exterior bulbs
It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights frequently:
²Headlamps
²Turn signals
²Cornering lamps
²High-mount brakelamp
²Tail lamps
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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Remove two screws, grommets
and the license plate lamp assembly
from the liftgate.
2. Remove bulb socket by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Carefully pull the bulb from the
socket and push in the new bulb.
4. Install the lamp assembly on
liftgate with two grommets, ensuring
the grommets are pushed all the
way in to the liftgate and secure
with two screws.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized ªD.O.T.º for North America and an
ªEº for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn
time.
Function Number of
bulbsTrade number
Parking lamps (front) 2 3157
Headlamps 2 9007
License plate lamps 2 194
High mount brakelamps 2 912
Backup lamps 2 3156
Brakelamps 1 3157
Cornering lamps 2 3157
Side marker lamps 2 194
Cargo liftgate lamp 1 211-2
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Accessory delay ..........................91
Air bag supplemental
restraint system .................132,133
and child safety seats ............134
description ..............................133
disposal ....................................137
driver air bag ..........................135
indicator light ......................8,136
operation .................................135
passenger air bag ...................135
Air cleaner filter .........200,201,233
Air conditioning ..........................22
automatic temperature
control system ..........................29
Air filter, cabin ..........................204
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................194
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) .......................152,153
Anti-theft system ......................105
arming the system ..................105
disarming a
triggered system .....................107
disarming an untriggered
system .....................................107
Audio system (see Radio) .........40
Automatic transaxle .................155
driving with .............................156
fluid, adding ............................198
fluid, checking ........................198
fluid, refill capacities ..............233
fluid, specification ..................235
Auxiliary power point .................81
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........234
Battery .......................................201
acid, treating emergencies .....201
charging system warning light ..8
jumping a disabled battery ....180
maintenance-free ....................201
replacement, specifications ...233
servicing ..................................201Brakes ........................................152
anti-lock ............................152,153
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ..........10,153
brake warning light ....................9
fluid, checking and adding ....192
fluid, refill capacities ..............233
fluid, specifications ..........234,235
lubricant specifications ...234,235
parking ....................................153
shift interlock ..........................155
Break-in period .............................3
Capacities for refilling fluids ....233
Cargo cover ...............................110
Cargo net ............................109,110
CD changer .................................77
Certification Label ....................237
Child safety restraints ..............137
child safety belts ....................137
Child safety seats ......................138
in front seat ............................140
in rear seat .......................140,142
tether anchorage hardware ...144
Cleaning your vehicle ...............227
built-in child seat ...................232
engine compartment ..............229
exterior .............................228,229
exterior lamps .........................229
instrument panel ....................231
instrument panel lens ............231
interior ..............................231,232
mirrors .....................................229
plastic parts ............................229
safety belts ..............................232
washing ....................................227
waxing .....................................228
wheels ......................................228
windows ..................................231
wiper blades ............................230
woodtone trim ........................231
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............22
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safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................212
Fuses ...................................168,169
Garage door opener ...............93,99
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............214
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................217
Gauges .........................................13
engine coolant
temperature gauge ...................16
fuel gauge ..................................16
odometer ...................................15
speedometer .............................14
trip odometer ............................15
GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating) .....160
calculating ...............................161
definition .................................160
driving with a heavy load ......160
location ....................................160
GVWR (Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating) .............160
calculating ........................160,161
definition .................................160
driving with a heavy load ......160
location ....................................160
Hazard flashers .........................167
Head restraints .........................112
Headlamps ...................................21
aiming ......................................227
autolamp system .......................22
bulb specifications ..................226
flash to pass ..............................22
high beam ..............................9,21
replacing bulbs .......................223
turning on and off ....................21
warning chime ..........................13
Heating ........................................22
heating and air
conditioning system .................22HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage
door opener) ...........93,94,95,96,97
Hood ..........................................187
Ignition ..................................82,235
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................138
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................221
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................231
cluster ...................................8,231
lighting up
panel and interior .....................21
location of components ..............8
Jump-starting your vehicle ......180
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............12
positions of the ignition ...........82
Lamps
autolamp system .......................22
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................226
cargo lamps ...............................21
headlamps .................................21
headlamps, flash to pass ..........22
instrument panel, dimming .....21
interior lamps .........................100
replacing
bulbs ............222,223,224,225,226
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................87
Liftgate ......................................108
Lights, warning and indicator ......8
air bag ..........................................8
anti-lock brakes (ABS) .....10,153
brake ............................................9
charging system ..........................8
cruise indicator .........................10
door ajar ......................................9
high beam ...................................9
low fuel ......................................10
Index
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