2000 Mercury Villager air condition

Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was
not designed may not be covered by your warranty.
Octane recommendations
Your vehicle is designed to use
ªRegularº unleaded gasoline with an
(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. We do
not recommend the use of gasolines
labeled as ªRegularº that are sold
with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas.
Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if
it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel
with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified
service technician to prevent any engine damage.
Fuel quality
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability
problems during a cold start, try a different brand of ªRegularº unleaded
gasoline. ªPremiumº unleaded gasoline is not recommended (particularly
in the United States) because it may cause these problems to become
more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualified
service technician.
It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel
tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane
rating. Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system.
Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your
fuel may not be covered by your warranty.
Many of the world's automakers issued the World-wide Fuel Charter that
recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance
and emission control system protection for your vehicle. Gasolines that
meet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be used when available. Ask
your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel
Charter.
Cleaner air
Ford approves the use of reformulated ªcleaner-burningº gasolines to
improve air quality. These gasolines may contain oxygenates up to 10%
ethanol or 15% MTBE.
87(R+M)/2 METHOD
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Driving style Ð good driving and fuel economy habits
Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change
a number of variables and improve your fuel economy.
Habits
²Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.
²Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel
economy.
²Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste
fuel.
²Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.
²Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy.
²Slow down gradually.
²Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 88 km/h [55 mph] uses 15%
less fuel than traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph]).
²Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.
²Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.
²You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs.
Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel
economy.
²Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
²Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
²Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
²Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
²Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
²Use recommended engine oil. Refer toLubricant Specifications.
²Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the
recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks
found in your vehicle Scheduled Maintenance Guide.
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Any gasoline spilled on the vehicle or deposits such as bird droppings
should be washed and sponged off as soon as possible. Deposits not
removed promptly can cause damage to the vehicle's paintwork.
Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car
wash. If you have wax applied to the vehicle at a commercial car wash, it
is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as
described inCleaning the wiper blades and windshield.
After washing, apply the brakes several times to dry them.
Waxing your vehicle
Waxing your vehicle on a regular basis will reduce minor scratches and
paint damage.
Wax when water stops beading on the surface. This could be every three
or four months, depending on operating conditions.
Use only carnauba or synthetic-based waxes. Use a cleaning fluid with a
clean cloth to remove any bugs before waxing your vehicle. Use tar
remover to remove any tar spots.
Avoid getting wax on the windshield, or on any surfaces which appear
coarse or bumpy. If you have wax applied at a commercial car wash, it is
recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as
described inCleaning the wiper blades and windshield.
Repairing paint chips
Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired with
the Ultra Touch Prep and Finishing Kit (#F7AZ-19K507±BA), Lacquer
Touch-up Paint (#ALBZ-19500±XXXXA), or Exterior Acrylic Spray
Lacquer (#ALAZ-19500±XXXXA) from the Ford Car Care Chemicals line.
Please note that the part numbers (shown as XXXX above) will vary with
your vehicle's specific coloring. Observe the application instructions on
the products.
Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect remains, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout immediately.
Cleaning the wheels
Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle. Do not use
acid-based or alcohol-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong
detergents. Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of special
wheel surfaces. Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar.
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The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may
damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause
engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of
Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper
fuel.
In the United States, using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty
importing your vehicle back into the U.S.
If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in
Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the
nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call:
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS
1555 Fairlane Drive
Fairlane Business Park #3
Allen Park, Michigan 48101
U.S.A.
Telephone: (313) 594-4857
FAX: (313) 390-0804
If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest Ford
dealership. If the dealership employees cannot help you, they can direct
you to the nearest Ford affiliate office.
If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of
the U.S. or Canada, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and
new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market
Operations.
FORD CAR CARE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR VEHICLE
Ford has many quality products available from your dealer to clean your
vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been
specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom
designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle. Each
product is made from high quality materials and that meet or exceed
Ford's rigid specifications. For best results, use the following or products
of equivalent quality:
Ford Custom Clearcoat Polish*
Ford Custom Silicone Gloss Polish
Ford Custom Vinyl Protectant* (not available in Canada)
Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only)
Customer assistance
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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
Index
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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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