2004 Mercury Marauder octane

Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system
components.
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
ªPremiumº unleaded gasoline with
an (R+M)/2 octane rating of 91 or
higher for optimum performance.
The use of gasolines with lower
octane ratings may degrade performance. The use of gasolines labeled as
ªPremiumº in high altitude areas that are sold with octane ratings of less
than 91 is not recommended.
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 gasoline. 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 approved 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 endorses the use of reformulated ªcleaner-burningº gasolines to
improve air quality.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
affect on powertrain components.
91(R+M)/2 METHOD
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For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:
²Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,
an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running.
²Use the same filling rate setting (low Ð medium Ð high) each time
the tank is filled.
²Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling.
²Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating.
²Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand.
²Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the
same direction each time you fill up.
²Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.
Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.
Calculating fuel economy
1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading
(in kilometers or miles).
2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in liters
or gallons).
3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record
the current odometer reading.
4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer
reading.
5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel
economy:
Calculation 1:Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total
kilometers traveled.
Calculation 2:Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used.
Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (city
or highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle's fuel
economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records
during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel
economy. In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy.
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.
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2Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles.
3Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCONtand MERCONtV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCONtand MERCONtV. Refer to yourScheduled Maintenance
Guideto determine the correct service interval.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 4.6L V8 engine
Cubic inches 281
Required fuel 91 octane
Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition system Coil on plug
Compression ratio 10.1:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Vehicle dimensions mm (in)
(1) Overall length 5386 (212)
(2) Overall width 1987 (78.2)
(3) Overall height 1495 (58.9)
(4) Wheelbase 2913 (114.7)
(5) Track - Front 1618 (63.7)
(5) Track - Rear 1681 (66.2)
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Exhaust fumes ..........................111
F
Floor mats ...................................59
Fluid capacities .........................208
Foglamps .....................................28
Fuel ............................................181
calculating fuel
economy ............................43, 185
cap ...........................................182
capacity ...................................208
choosing the right fuel ...........183
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................188
detergent in fuel .....................184
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................181±182, 185
filter, specifications ........185, 207
fuel pump shut-off switch .....130
improving fuel economy ........185
octane rating ...................184, 211
quality ......................................184
running out of fuel .................184
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................181
Fuses ..................................131±132
G
Garage Door Opener
(see Homelink wireless control
system) ........................................54
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............182
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................185
Gauges .........................................13
H
Hazard flashers .........................130Head restraints ...........................74
Headlamps ...................................27
aiming ........................................29
autolamp system .......................27
bulb specifications ....................32
daytime running lights .............28
flash to pass ..............................29
high beam .................................28
replacing bulbs .........................33
turning on and off ....................27
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................24
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage door
opener) ..................................44, 57
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................54
Hood ..........................................167
I
Ignition ...............................108, 211
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..99
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................190
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................163
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................29
J
Jack ............................................139
positioning ...............................139
storage .....................................139
Jump-starting your vehicle ......145
K
Keyless entry system .................68
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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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