2003 Mercury Marauder spare tire

If any of these items are present, you need to keep these objects from
touching thecoded keywhile starting the engine. These objects and
devices cannot damage thecoded key,but can cause a momentary ªno
startº condition if they are too close to the key during engine start. If a
problem occurs, turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with all other
objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check to make
sure thecoded keyis an approved Fordcoded key.
If your keys are lost or stolen you will need to do the following:
²Use your spare key to start the vehicle, or
²Have your vehicle towed to a dealership or a locksmith. The key codes
will need to be erased from your vehicle and new key codes will need
to be re-coded.
Replacing coded keys can be very costly and you may want to store an
extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to prevent
an unforeseen inconvenience.
The correctcoded keymust be used for your vehicle. The use of the
wrong type ofcoded keymay lead to a ªno startº condition.
If an unprogrammed key is used in the ignition it will cause a ªno
startº condition.
Programming spare keys
A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. Only
SecuriLockykeys can be used. To program acoded keyyourself, you
will need two previously programmedcoded keys(keys that already
operate your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily
accessible for timely implementation of each step in the procedure.
If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must
bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare coded key(s)
programmed.
Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
601 Ð Not used
602 20A** Adjustable pedals, Power seat, Locks,
Decklid, Lumbar
* Mini fuse ** Circuit breaker/Maxi fuse
Relays
Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced
by qualified technicians.
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may
compromise the integrity of your tires.
Temporary spare tire information
Your vehicle may have a temporary or full-size spare tire. The temporary
spare tire for your vehicle is labeled as such. It is smaller than a regular
tire and is designed for emergency use only. Replace this tire with a
full-size tire as soon as possible.
If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow
these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control
of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others.
When driving with the temporary spare tiredo not:
²exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances.
²load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the
Safety Compliance Label.
²tow a trailer.
²use tire chains.
²drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle's reduced
ground clearance.
²try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel.
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²use the wheel for any other type of vehicle.
²use more than one temporary spare tire at a time.
Use of a temporary spare tire at any one wheel location can lead to
impairment of the following:
²Handling, stability and braking performance
²Comfort and noise
²Ground clearance and parking at curbs
²Winter driving capability
Tire change procedure
To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be
sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) the
wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to
the tire being changed.
If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be
seriously injured.
1. Park on a level surface, activate
hazard flashers and set parking
brake.
2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park),
turn engine OFF and block the
diagonally opposite wheel.
HOOD
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3. To remove the mini-spare tire,
remove the spare tire cover, turn
the hold-down nut
counterclockwise, then remove the
spare tire. The jack is located under
the spare tire. The tie-down fastener
for the road tire is located in the
bag under the spare tire. Refer to
Step 10 for road tire stowage.
On vehicles equipped with
Air Suspension, turn OFF
the Air Suspension switch prior to
jacking, hoisting or towing your
vehicle.
Refer toAir suspension systemin
theDrivingchapter for more
information.
4. Remove the lug wrench from the
jack. Rotate the lug wrench socket
out from the handle.
OFF
A
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²Position the jack according to the
following guides and turn the jack
handle clockwise until the wheel
is completely off the ground.
To lessen risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your
body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the
engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is ONLY meant for
changing the tire.
²Never use the rear differential
as a jacking point.
6. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.
7. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is
facing outward. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub.
Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered.
8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
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4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or
debris and to ensure good sealing.
5. Install a new air filter element. Be
careful not to crimp the filter
element edges between the air filter
housing and cover. This could cause
filter damage and allow unfiltered
air to enter the engine if not
properly seated.
6. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps.
7. Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp.
Note:Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe
engine damage. The customer warranty may be voided for any damage to
the engine if the correct air filter element is not used.
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
New vehicles are fitted with tires
that have a rating on them called
Tire Quality Grades. The Quality
grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For
example:
²Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United
States Department of Transportation has set.
Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger
cars. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires,
space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim
diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in
Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2).
U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades:The U.S.
Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following
information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
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Safety restraints ........91, 94, 96±98
belt minder ...............................99
cleaning the safety belts ........103
extension assembly ................103
for adults .............................96±98
for children .............................111
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................92
warning light and
chime .......................12, 14, 98±99
Safety seats for children ..........114
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............91
Seats ............................................88
child safety seats ....................114
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ....................................84±86
Servicing your vehicle ..............179
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........151
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................211, 214
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................212, 214
Speed control ..............................63
Speedometer ...............................17
Starting your vehicle .......122±123,
125
jump starting ..........................156
Steering
speed sensitive .......................130
Steering wheel
controls ..........................50, 63, 67
tilting .........................................50T
Tachometer .................................18
Tires ...........................151, 207±209
changing ..........................151±152
checking the pressure ............209
replacing ..................................210
rotating ....................................209
snow tires and chains ............210
tire grades ...............................208
treadwear ................................208
Towing .......................................138
recreational towing .................140
trailer towing ..........................138
wrecker ....................................162
Traction control ........................128
active light ................................13
Transmission .............................131
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................204
fluid, refill capacities ..............211
lubricant
specifications ..................212, 214
Trip odometer .............................18
Trunk ...........................................76
remote release ....................73, 79
Turn signal ............................14, 42
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................214
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................216
Vehicle loading ..........................136
Ventilating your vehicle ...........125
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