2003 Mercury Marauder steering wheel adjustment

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 15
Entertainment Systems 19
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 19
CD changer 28
Climate Controls 33
Electronic automatic temperature control 33
Lights 38
Headlamps 38
Turn signal control 42
Bulb replacement 43
Driver Controls 49
Windshield wiper/washer control 49
Steering wheel adjustment 50
Power windows 60
Mirrors 61
Speed control 63
Locks and Security 75
Keys 75
Locks 75
Anti-theft system 77
Seating and Safety Restraints 88
Seating 88
Safety restraints 91
Air bags 104
Child restraints 111
Table of Contents
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Wheel-speed sensors allow excess rear wheel spin to be detected by the
Traction Controlyportion of the ABS computer. Any excessive wheel
spin is controlled by automatically applying and releasing the rear brakes
in conjunction with engine torque reductions. Engine torque reduction is
realized via the fully electronic spark and fuel injection systems. This
process is very sensitive to driving conditions and very fast acting. The
rear wheels ªsearchº for optimum traction several times a second and
adjustments are made accordingly.
The Traction Controlysystem will allow your vehicle to make better use
of available traction on slippery surfaces. The system is a driver aid
which makes your vehicle easier to handle primarily on snow and ice
covered roads.
During Traction Controlyoperation you may hear an electric motor type
of sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will not
ªrev-upº when you push further on the accelerator. This is normal
system behavior.
If you should become stuck in snow
or ice or on a very slippery road
surface, try switching the Traction
Controlysystem off. This may allow
excess wheel spin to ªdigº the
vehicle out and enable a successful
ªrockingº maneuver.
The traction control indicator
flashes during a Traction Controly
system event.
If the traction control indicator
comes on and stays lit, either:
²the Traction Controlysystem
requires service, or
²the customer has disabled the system using the traction control switch
located on the left side of the instrument panel.
The Traction Controlysystem will be on every time you turn the ignition
key from OFF to ON until you deactivate the system using the traction
control switch on the instrument panel left of the steering column.
STEERING
Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy
from the engine to decrease the driver's effort in steering the vehicle.
Driving
129

Child safety seats ......................114
attaching with tether
straps .......................................118
in front seat ............................116
in rear seat ..............................116
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............174
instrument panel ....................176
interior .....................................177
interior trim ............................176
plastic parts ............................175
washing ....................................173
waxing .....................................173
wheels ......................................174
wiper blades ............................176
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............33
Clock ............................................24
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................53
Console ........................................74
overhead ..............................51±52
Controls
power seat .................................89
steering column ........................67
Coolant
checking and adding ..............188
coolant temperature light ........13
refill capacities ................193, 211
specifications ..................212, 214
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................63
Customer Assistance ................142
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................178
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................165Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............169
Getting roadside assistance ...142
Getting the service you
need .........................................163
Ordering additional owner's
literature .................................170
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................166
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................169
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................39
Defrost
rear window ..............................37
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................204
engine oil .................................182
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........212
Driving under special
conditions ..................................135
through water .........................136
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................156
Emission control system ..........201
Engine ........................................214
check engine/service engine
soon light ..................................10
cleaning ...................................174
coolant .....................................188
Index
222