2005 Mercury Grand Marquis Owner's Manuals

Lifestyle
Bike racks
Cargo organization and management
Peace of mind
First aid and safety kits
Full vehicle covers
Locking gas cap
Remote start
Vehicle security systems
Mobile-Ease
hands-free communication system
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your dealer for specific weight
information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use.
•To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock
braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas
onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in
the area of the driver’s side hood.
•Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to
the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery
performance and durability.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................167
Air cleaner filter ...............239–240
Air conditioning ..........................35
Air suspension ...........................172
description ..............................172
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................110–111, 118
and child safety seats ............113
description ......................111, 118
disposal ....................................121
driver airbag ....................113, 119
indicator light .................118, 120
operation .........................113, 119
passenger airbag .............113, 119
side airbag ...............................118
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................219
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ..............................167–168
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................20, 23, 28
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................175
fluid, adding ............................236
fluid, checking ........................236
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
fluid, specification ..................244
Auxiliary power point .................60
Axle
lubricant specifications ..242, 244
refill capacities ........................241
traction lok ..............................178
B
Battery .......................................217acid, treating emergencies .....217
jumping a disabled battery ....190
maintenance-free ....................217
replacement, specifications ...240
servicing ..................................217
BeltMinder .................................105
Brakes ........................................167
anti-lock ...........................167–168
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................168
fluid, checking and adding ....236
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
fluid, specifications .........242, 244
lubricant specifications ..242, 244
shift interlock ..................173–174
Bulbs ............................................43
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....241
Cell phone use ............................76
Changing a tire .........................137
Child safety restraints ..............121
child safety belts ....................121
Child safety seats ......................124
attaching with tether straps ..128
in front seat ............................125
in rear seat ..............................125
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............206
instrument panel ....................208
interior .....................................208
interior trim ............................208
plastic parts ............................207
washing ....................................205
waxing .....................................205
wheels ......................................206
wiper blades ............................207
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Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............35
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................31
AM/FM/CD .................................22
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................26
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................53
Console ........................................76
overhead ..............................51–52
Controls
power seat .................................94
steering column ........................66
Coolant
checking and adding ..............219
refill capacities ................223, 241
specifications ..................242, 244
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................63
Cupholder(s) ...............................96
Customer Assistance ................180
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................209
Ford Extended Service Plan .202
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................203
Getting roadside assistance ...180
Getting the service you need 196
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................203
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................199
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................201
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................38Defrost
rear window ..............................37
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................236
engine oil .................................213
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........242
Driving under special
conditions ..................................178
through water .........................179
E
Electronic message center .........72
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................190
Emission control system ..........233
Engine ........................................244
cleaning ...................................206
coolant .....................................219
fail-safe cooling .......................224
idle speed control ...................217
lubrication
specifications ..................242, 244
refill capacities ........................241
service points ..........................212
starting after a collision .........181
Engine block heater .................166
Engine oil ..................................213
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................213
checking and adding ..............213
dipstick ....................................213
filter, specifications ........216, 240
recommendations ...................216
refill capacities ........................241
specifications ..................242, 244
Exhaust fumes ..........................166
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F
Fail safe cooling ........................224
Floor mats ...................................77
Fluid capacities .........................241
Fuel ............................................225
calculating fuel
economy ............................55, 230
cap ...........................................227
capacity ...................................241
choosing the right fuel ...........228
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................233
detergent in fuel .....................229
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................225, 227, 230
filter, specifications ........230, 240
fuel pump shut-off switch .....181
improving fuel economy ........230
octane rating ...................229, 244
quality ......................................229
running out of fuel .................229
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................225
Fuses ..................................182–183
G
Garage Door Opener (see
Homelink wireless control
system) ........................................68
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............227
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................230
Gauges .........................................15
H
Hazard flashers .........................181
Head restraints ...........................91Headlamps ...................................38
aiming ........................................40
autolamp system .......................38
bulb specifications ....................43
daytime running lights .............38
flash to pass ..............................39
high beam .................................39
replacing bulbs .........................44
turning on and off ....................38
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................34–35
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................68
Hood ..........................................212
I
Ignition ...............................163, 244
Infant seats (see Safety seats) 124
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................235
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................208
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and interior .39
J
Jack ............................................137
positioning ...............................137
storage .....................................137
Jump-starting your vehicle ......190
K
Keyless entry system .................86
autolock .....................................85
keypad .......................................86
programming entry code .........86
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Keys .......................................78, 90
positions of the ignition .........163
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................38
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................43
daytime running light ...............38
headlamps .................................38
headlamps, flash to pass ..........39
instrument panel, dimming .....39
interior lamps ...............42–44, 48
replacing bulbs ....... 43–44, 46–48
Lane change indicator (see
Turn signal) .................................41
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........168
Limited slip axle (see Traction
Loc) ............................................178
Load limits .................................153
Locks
autolock .....................................85
childproof ..................................79
doors ..........................................78
Lubricant specifications ...242, 244
Lug nuts ....................................143
Lumbar support, seats ...............93
M
Message center ...........................72
reset button ..............................72
select button .............................73
Mirrors .........................................50
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................62
fold away ...................................62heated ........................................62
side view mirrors (power) .......62
Moon roof ....................................67
Motorcraft parts ................230, 240
O
Octane rating ............................229
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................213
P
Parking brake ............................169
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....240
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................97
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................63
Power adjustable foot pedals .....63
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................186
Power door locks ..................78, 85
Power mirrors .............................62
Power point .................................60
Power steering ..................171–172
fluid, checking and adding ....235
fluid, refill capacity ................241
fluid, specifications .................242
Power Windows ...........................61
R
Radio ................................20, 23, 28
Rear window defroster ...............37
Relays ................................182, 189
Remote entry system .................80
illuminated entry ......................84
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locking/unlocking doors ...........81
opening the trunk .....................82
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................83
Roadside assistance ..................180
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........110
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..............96, 99, 101–103
Safety defects, reporting ..........204
Safety restraints ....96, 99, 101–103
belt minder .............................105
extension assembly ................109
for adults .........................101–103
for children .............................121
lap belt ....................................104
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................97
safety belt maintenance .........110
warning light and chime 104–105
Safety seats for children ..........124
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................245
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ....................................96
Seats ............................................91
child safety seats ....................124
front seats .................................91
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................90
Servicing your vehicle ..............211
Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................22
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................31
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................26Spark plugs,
specifications .....................240, 244
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................242, 244
Speed control ..............................63
Starting your vehicle .......163–164,
166
jump starting ..........................190
Steering
speed sensitive .......................172
Steering wheel
controls ......................................66
tilting .........................................50
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................50
Tires ...........................132–133, 137
alignment ................................150
care ..........................................149
changing ..........................137, 139
checking the pressure ............135
inspecting and inflating .........134
label .........................................148
replacing ..................................137
rotating ....................................151
safety practices .......................150
sidewall information ...............143
snow tires and chains ............153
spare tire .........................137–138
terminology .............................133
tire grades ...............................133
treadwear ........................132, 149
Towing .......................................159
recreational towing .................162
trailer towing ..........................159
wrecker ....................................195
Traction control ........................170
Traction-lok rear axle ...............178
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Transmission .............................173
brake-shift interlock
(BSI) ................................173–174
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................236
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
lubricant specifications ..242, 244
Trunk ...........................................79
remote release ....................76, 82
Turn signal ..................................41
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................244
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................246
Vehicle loading ..........................153Ventilating your vehicle
...........166
W
Warning lights (see Lights)
.......10
Washer fluid
..............................213
Water, Driving through
.............179
Windows
power
.........................................61
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................49
checking and adding fluid
.....213
replacing wiper blades
.............49
Wrecker towing
.........................195
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