2004 Mercury Marauder warning

When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2.
Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops.
3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe.
4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the
filler pipe.
5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops.
ªCheck Fuel Capº illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON
position to ensure your bulb is working. When this light turns on, check
the fuel filler cap. Continuing to operate the vehicle with the Check Fuel
Cap light on, can activate the Service Engine Soon warning. When the
fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a
period of normal driving.It may take a long period of time for the
system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap.
If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler
cap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty may
be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the
correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used.
The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is
venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out and injure you or others.
If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or
vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause
the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible
personal injury.
Choosing the right fuel
Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law
and could damage your vehicle.
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic
compounds, including manganese-based additives. Studies indicate that
these additives can cause your vehicle's emission control system to
deteriorate more rapidly. In Canada, many fuels contain metallic
additives, but fuels free of such additives may be available; check with
your local fuel dealer.
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If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting
emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
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.
Illumination of the ªCheck Engineº light, charging system warning light
or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or
loss of engine power, could indicate that the emission control system is
not working properly.
Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By
law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,
sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not
permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent
it from working. Information about your vehicle's emission system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up
specifications.
Please consult yourWarranty Guidefor complete emission warranty
information.
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine's
emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On
Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). This OBD-II system protects the
environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet
government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists the
service technician in properly servicing your vehicle. When theCheck
engine/Service engine soonlight illuminates, the OBD-II system has
detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause yourCheck
engine/Service engine soonlight to illuminate. Examples are:
1.
The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.)
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened.
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These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After three
driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions
present, theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight should turn off. (A
driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed
city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.
If theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight remains on, have your
vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostics system. If yourCheck engine/Service engine
soonlight is on, refer to the description in theWarning lights and
chimessection of theInstrument Clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not
pass the I/M test with theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight on.
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, a
minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as
described below:
²First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
²Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with
at least four idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid.
Refer to the scheduled maintenance
guide for the service interval
schedules.If adding fluid is
necessary, use only MERCONt
AT F.
1. 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).
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2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the
reservoir. It should be between the
MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be
sure to put the cap back on the reservoir.
BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels below the ªMAXº line
that do not trigger the brake system
warning lamp are within the normal
operating range, there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range,
the performance of your brake system could be compromised, seek
service from your dealer immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
Refer to yourScheduled Maintenance Guidefor scheduled intervals for
fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid.
However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not
working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you
notice some sign of fluid leakage.
DONOTOVERFILLPOWERSTEERINGFLUID
MAX
MIN
MAX
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10.Tire Ply Composition and Material Used:Indicates the number of
plies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread and
sidewall. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the
tire and the sidewall, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others.
11.Maximum Load:Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and
pounds that can be carried by the tire. Refer to the tire label or the
safety certification label, located on the B-Pillar or the driver's door, for
the correct tire pressure for your vehicle
12.Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades
²Treadwear:The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a
specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150
would wear one and one-half (1
1¤2) times as well on the government
course as a tire graded 100.
²Traction:The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B,
and C. The grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement
as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance.
²Temperature:The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C,
representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
13.Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure:Tire manufactures
maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure at which the
maximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure is normally
higher than the manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure
which can be found on either the tire label or certification label which is
located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the
edge of the driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set
lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label.
The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such
as standard load, radial tubeless, etc.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................112
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ....................................89, 93
and child safety seats ..............91
description ..........................89, 93
disposal ......................................96
driver air bag ......................91, 94
indicator light .....................93, 95
operation .............................91, 94
passenger air bag ...............91, 94
side air bag ................................93
Air cleaner filter .......193±194, 207
Air conditioning ..........................24
Air suspension ...........................117
description ..............................117
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................175
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................112±113
Audio system (see Radio) .........17
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................119
fluid, adding ............................191
fluid, checking ........................191
fluid, refill capacities ..............208
fluid, specification ..................211
Auxiliary power point .................47
Axle
lubricant specifications ..209, 211
refill capacities ........................208
B
Battery .......................................173
acid, treating emergencies .....173
jumping a disabled battery ....145maintenance-free ....................173
replacement, specifications ...207
servicing ..................................173
BeltMinder ...................................84
Brakes ........................................112
anti-lock ...........................112±113
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................113
fluid, checking and adding ....191
fluid, refill capacities ..............208
fluid, specifications .........209, 211
lubricant specifications ..209, 211
shift interlock ..........................118
Bulbs ............................................32
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....208
CD changer .................................21
Cell phone use ............................58
Certification Label ....................213
Changing a tire .........................139
Child safety restraints ................96
child safety belts ......................96
Child safety seats ........................99
attaching with tether straps ..103
in front seat ............................100
in rear seat ..............................100
Cigar lighter
Power Point ..............................47
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............161
instrument panel ....................163
interior .....................................163
interior trim ............................163
plastic parts ............................162
washing ....................................160
waxing .....................................160
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wheels ......................................161
wiper blades ............................162
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............24
Clock adjust
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................20
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................41
Console ........................................59
overhead ..............................39, 41
Controls
power seat .................................75
steering column ........................53
Coolant
checking and adding ..............175
refill capacities ................180, 208
specifications ..................209, 211
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................50
Customer Assistance ................129
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................164
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................157
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................158
Getting roadside assistance ...129
Getting the service you
need .........................................151
Ordering additional owner's
literature .................................158
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................153
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................156D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................28
Defrost
rear window ..............................26
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................191
engine oil .................................169
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........209
Driving under special
conditions ..................................121
through water .........................122
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................145
Emission control system ..........188
Engine ........................................211
cleaning ...................................161
coolant .....................................175
idle speed control ...................173
lubrication
specifications ..................209, 211
refill capacities ........................208
service points ..........................168
starting after a collision .........130
Engine block heater .................111
Engine oil ..................................169
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................169
checking and adding ..............169
dipstick ....................................169
filter, specifications ........172, 207
recommendations ...................172
refill capacities ........................208
specifications ..................209, 211
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autolock .....................................67
keypad .......................................68
programming entry code .........68
Keys .......................................70±72
positions of the ignition .........108
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................27
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................32
daytime running light ...............28
fog lamps ...................................28
headlamps .................................27
headlamps, flash to pass ..........29
instrument panel, dimming .....29
interior lamps .....................31±32
replacing bulbs ...................32±37
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................31
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........113
Limited-slip axle .......................122
Load limits .................................122
Locks
autolock .....................................67
childproof ..................................61
doors ..........................................60
Lubricant specifications ...209, 211
Lumbar support, seats ...............74
M
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................49
fold away ...................................49
heated ........................................49
side view mirrors (power) .......49Moon roof ....................................54
Motorcraft parts ................185, 207
O
Octane rating ............................184
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................169
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................64
Parking brake ............................114
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....207
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................50
Power adjustable foot pedals .....50
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................135
Power door locks ..................60, 67
Power mirrors .............................49
Power Point
Cigar lighter ..............................47
Power steering ..................116±117
fluid, checking and adding ....190
fluid, refill capacity ................208
fluid, specifications .................209
Power Windows ...........................48
R
Radio ............................................17
Rear window defroster ...............26
Relays ................................131, 138
Remote entry system ...........62, 64
illuminated entry ......................66
locking/unlocking doors .....60, 63
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