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Overdrive off:Illuminates when
the overdrive function of the
transmission has been turned off,
refer to theDrivingchapter. If the
light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission
serviced soon, or damage may occur.
AdvanceTrac(if equipped):
Illuminates when the AdvanceTrac
with RSC system is active. If the
light remains on, have the system
serviced immediately.
AWD lock (if equipped):
Illuminates when all wheel drive
(AWD) is locked. If the light
continues to flash, have the system
serviced.
Speed control:Illuminates when
the speed control is activated. Turns
off when the speed control system
is deactivated.
Door ajar (if equipped):
Illuminates when the ignition is in
the ON position and any door is
open.
Turn signal:Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams:Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.
Key-in-ignition warning chime:Sounds when the key is left in the
ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s door
is opened.O/D
OFF
AWD
LOCK
DOOR
AJAR
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Headlamps on warning chime:Sounds when the headlamps or parking
lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the
driver’s door is opened.
Turn signal warning chime:Sounds when the turn signal lever has
been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is
driven more than 1/2 mile (0.8 km).
GAUGES
Standard instrument cluster gauges
Optional instrument cluster gauges
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AUDIOPHILE SATELLITE COMPATIBLE AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH
SIX CD RADIO (IF EQUIPPED)
1.Seek:Press and release
SEEK
/for previous/next
strong station or track.
2.Rewind:In CD mode, press until
desired point within the current
selection is reached.
Fast forward:In CD mode, press until desired point within the current
selection is reached.
TEXT:TEXT is only available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your
Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit
to enable Satellite reception is available through your Mercury dealer.
Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit.
Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the continental United
States.
3.DSP (Digital Signal
Processing):Press DSP to access
the Ambiance menu. Ambiance gives
the feeling of “being there” to your
music, creating increased clarity as well as an open and spacious feel to
the music. Press SEL to engage/disengage. Turn the volume control to
increase/decrease the level of ambiance.
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5. Locate the vertical adjuster for
each headlamp. Adjust the aim by
turning the adjuster control either
clockwise (to adjust down) or
counterclockwise (to adjust up).
Note:Usea4mmsocket or box
wrench to turn the vertical adjuster
control.
6. Horizontal aiming is not required
for this vehicle and is
non-adjustable.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
INTERIOR LAMPS
Dome/reading lamps
The dome lamp lights when:
•any door is opened.
•the instrument panel dimmer
switch is rotated up until the
courtesy lamps come on.
•any of the remote entry controls
are pressed and the ignition is
OFF.
The reading portion, the two outer lights, can only be toggled on and off
at the lamp.
INT2OFFOFFINT1
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Function Number of bulbs Trade number
Park/turn lamps
(front)2
3157 AK (amber)
Headlamps 2 9007
Rear stop/turn/tail
lamps4
3057
Rear license plate
lamps2
168
Backup lamp 2 3156K
High-mount brake
lamps5
W5W
Side mounted turn
signal2
WY5W (amber)
Front sidemarker 2 194
Rear sidemarker 2 194
Fog lamp 2 9145
Cargo lamp 1 211-2
Interior overhead lamp 1 912 (906)
Front door courtesy
lamp1
168
Map lamps 2 168 (T10)
Ashtray lamp 1 161
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer.
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5. Carefully pull the old bulb out of
the lamp assembly.
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs
1. Turn OFF the headlamps and
open the hood.
2. Remove the two headlamp
retainer pins, then pull the
headlamp forward.
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3. Remove the bulb socket from the
lamp assembly.
4. Carefully pull the old bulb out of
the lamp assembly.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
Replacing side-mounted turn signal bulbs
1. Turn the headlamp switch to off.
2. Carefully pry the lamp assembly
away from the fender.
3. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise to remove it from
the lamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
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Do not use the HomeLinkWireless Control System with any garage
door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by
U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener
model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot
detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet
current U.S. federal safety standards. For more information, contact
HomeLinkat:www.homelink.comor1–800–355–3515.
Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for
future programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLinkequipped vehicle
purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the
programmed Homelinkbuttons be erased for security purposes, refer to
Programmingin this section.
Programming
Do not program HomeLinkwith the vehicle parked in the garage.
Note:Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to the
second (or “ACC”) position for programming and/or operation of the
HomeLink. It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the
hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLinkfor
quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
1. Press and hold the two outside
buttons releasing only when the
indicator light begins to flash after
20 seconds.Do notrepeat Step 1
to program additional hand-held
transmitters to the remaining two
HomeLinkbuttons. This will erase
previously programmed hand-held
transmitter signals into HomeLink.
2. Position the end of your
hand-held transmitter 1–3 inches
(2–8 cm) away from the HomeLinkbutton you wish to program
(located on your overhead console) while keeping the indicator light in
view.
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