2002 Mercury Mountaineer radio controls

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This
system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard
requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio
noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator
before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have
difficulty starting the engine. For more information on starting the
vehicle, refer toStarting the enginein this chapter.
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 in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door
before you start the engine. SeeGuarding against exhaust fumesin
this chapter for more instructions.
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer
inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.
Important safety precautions
A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute
(RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal in
order to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down
automatically, have the vehicle checked.
Before starting the vehicle:
1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For
more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the
Seating and safety restraintschapter.
2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.
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Do not replace your tires with“high performance”tires or larger
size tires.
Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the
handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose
control and roll over.
Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’s original tires may also
affect the accuracy of your speedometer.
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped)
The tire pressure monitoring system provides the driver with a warning
message indicating when tire pressure is severely low or high. This
system is a supplement to normal tire maintenance including regular
manual inspections. The device will inform the operator of severe low or
high inflation pressures, but may not illuminate for less severe
discrepancies in inflation pressure.
The system uses radio-frequency pressure sensors to monitor the tire
pressure on all tires including the spare. The sensors transmit the tire
pressure readings to the receiver module located in the vehicle. The
receiver module then transmits the status to the message center. For
more tire warning information, refer to theMessage Centerin the
Driver controlschapter.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
The tire pressure monitoring system is NOT a substitute for
checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked
periodically (at least monthly) using a tire gauge, seeChecking the
tire pressurein this chapter. Failure to properly maintain your tire
pressure could increase the risk of tire failure and the potential for
personal injury.
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A
ABS(see Brakes) .....................174
Accessory delay ..........................94
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ........................149–150, 154
and child safety seats ............152
description ......................150, 154
disposal ....................................157
driver air bag ..................152, 155
indicator light ...........10, 154, 157
operation .........................152, 155
passenger air bag ...........152, 155
Air cleaner filter .......................282
Air conditioning ..........................36
automatic temperature
control system ..........................40
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ................................49
rear seat controls .....................51
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................186
Ambulance packages ....................3
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................240
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................174–175
Anti-theft system ......................113
arming the system ..................114
disarming a triggered
system .....................................115
Audio system (see Radio) ...54, 63
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................183
fluid, adding ............................247
fluid, checking ........................247
fluid, refill capacities ..............282fluid, specification ..................287
Auxiliary power point .................98
Axle
lubricant specifications ..285, 287
refill capacities ........................282
B
Battery .......................................248
acid, treating emergencies .....248
charging system warning
light ............................................12
jumping a disabled battery ....222
maintenance-free ....................248
replacement, specifications ...282
servicing ..................................248
voltage gauge ............................16
BeltMinder .................................143
Brakes ........................................174
anti-lock ...........................174–175
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .....................11, 175
brake warning light ..................10
fluid, checking and adding ....239
fluid, refill capacities ..............282
fluid, specifications .........285, 287
lubricant specifications ..285, 287
parking ....................................176
pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................33
shift interlock ..........................181
Break-in period .............................3
Bulbs ..........................................268
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....282
Cargo cover ...............................100
CD-single premium .....................54
Certification Label ....................289
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fluid,checking and adding ....246
fluid, refill capacity ................282
fluid, specifications .........285, 287
Power Windows ...........................93
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................180
R
Radio ......................................54, 63
Radio reception .....................76–77
Rear window defroster ...............53
Relays ................................206, 214
Remote entry system .......101, 103
illuminated entry ....................106
locking/unlocking
doors ................................102, 113
opening the trunk ...................103
panic alarm .............................103
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................105
replacing the batteries ...........104
Reverse sensing system .............33
Roadside assistance ..................204
Roof rack ...................................202
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ....13, 133, 135–138, 142
Safety Canopy ...................154–155
Safety defects, reporting ..........303
Safety restraints .......133, 135–138,
141–142
belt minder .............................143
cleaning the safety belts ........149
extension assembly ................142
for adults .........................136–138for children .............................158
lap belt ....................................139
warning light and
chime ...........................10, 13, 143
Safety seats for children ..........161
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................................133
Seats ..........................................120
child safety seats ....................161
heated ......................................124
memory seat ...................103, 123
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ................................116–118
Servicing your vehicle ..............229
Snowplowing .................................3
Spark plugs, specifications ......282,
287
Special notice ................................3
ambulance conversions ..............3
utility-type vehicles ....................3
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................285, 287
Speed control ..............................78
Speedometer ...............................14
Starting your vehicle ........169, 171
jump starting ..........................222
Steering wheel
controls ..........................78, 82, 84
tilting .........................................82
T
Tachometer .................................16
Tire warning ..............................255
Tires ...................216, 251–253, 255
changing ..........................216, 218
checking the pressure ............253
Index
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