2006 Mercury Mountaineer AUX

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning and control lights 12
Gauges 18
Entertainment Systems 21
AM/FM stereo with CD 21
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 26
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 31
Climate Controls 41
Manual heating and air conditioning 41
Automatic temperature control 43
Auxiliary passenger climate control 46
Rear window defroster 47
Lights 48
Driver Controls 59
Windshield wiper/washer control 59
Steering wheel adjustment 60
Power windows 64
Mirrors 66
Speed control 67
Message center 77
Locks and Security 108
Keys 108
Locks 108
Anti-theft system 111
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Track/Folder Mode:Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode.
Press
/to toggle between Track and Folder mode.
In Track mode, press
SEEKto scroll through all tracks on the
current disc.
In Folder mode, press
SEEKto scroll through tracks within the
selected folder.
Compression:Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more
consistent listening level when in CD mode. Press MENU until
compression status is displayed. Press
/to turn the feature on/off.
4.AUX:Press to toggle between
FES/DVD, AUX and Satellite Radio
modes SAT 1, SAT2 and SAT3 (if
equipped). If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be
displayed. To return to radio mode, press AM/FM.
Satellite radio is available only in the continental United States.
5.SEEK: In radio mode, press
/to access the previous/next
strong station.
In CD mode, press
/to
access the previous/next CD track.
In Satellite Radio mode (if equipped), press
SEEKto seek to the
previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock,
News, etc.), press
SEEKto seek to the previous/next channel in
the selected category. Press and hold
SEEKto fast seek through
the previous /next channels.
In TEXT MODE, press
SEEKto view the previous/additional
display text.
In CATEGORY MODE, press
SEEKto select a category.
Satellite radio is available only in the continental United States.
6.Play/Pause:This control is
operational in CD and DVD mode (if
equipped). When a CD or DVD is
playing in the FES system, press
this control to play or pause the current CD or DVD. The CD/DVD status
will display in the radio display.
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Bass:Press/to adjust the bass setting.
Treble:Press
/to adjust the treble setting.
Balance:Press
/to adjust the audio between the left and right
speakers.
Fade:Press
/to adjust the audio between the front and rear
speakers.
Speed sensitive volume:Radio volume automatically changes slightly
with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Use
/
to adjust. Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0 (SPEED OFF) turns the
feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting.
Compression:Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more
consistent listening level when in CD mode. Press MENU until
compression status is displayed. Press
/to turn the feature on/off.
Dolbynoise reduction:Dolbynoise reduction works in tape mode to
reduce hiss and static during playback. The Dolbynoise reduction
system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. Dolbyand the double-D symbol are registered trademarks
of DolbyLaboratories Licensing Corporation.
Track/Folder Mode:Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode.
Press
/to toggle between Track and Folder mode.
In Track mode, press
SEEKto scroll through all tracks on the
current disc.
In Folder mode, press
SEEKto scroll through tracks within the
selected folder.
5.AUX:Press to toggle between
FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no
auxiliary sources are available, NO
AUX AUDIO will be displayed. To return to radio mode, press AM/FM.
If equipped with Satellite Radio, press AUX to cycle through SAT1, SAT2
and SAT3 modes.
Satellite radio is available only in the continental United States.
6.Tape eject:Press to eject a tape.
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When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1
will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system
will store the last one in the remaining presets. Use
/to turn
on/off.
Bass:Press
/to adjust the bass setting.
Treble:Press
/to adjust the treble setting.
Balance:Press
/to adjust the audio between the left and right
speakers.
Fade:Press
/to adjust the audio between the front and rear
speakers.
Speed sensitive volume:Radio volume automatically changes slightly
with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Use
/
to adjust. Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0 (SPEED OFF) turns the
feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting.
Occupancy mode:Use
/to select and optimize sound for ALL
SEATS, DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS.
Track/Folder Mode:Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode.
Press
/to toggle between Track and Folder mode.
In Track mode, press
SEEKto scroll through all tracks on the
current disc.
In Folder mode, press
SEEKto scroll through tracks within the
selected folder.
Compression:Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more
consistent listening level when in CD mode. Press MENU until
compression status is displayed. Press
/to turn the feature on/off.
4.AUX:Press to toggle between
FES/DVD, AUX and Satellite Radio
modes (if equipped). If no auxiliary
sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed.. To return to
radio mode, press AM/FM.
If equipped with Satellite Radio, press AUX to cycle through SAT1, SAT2
and SAT3 modes.
Satellite radio is available only in the continental United States.
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Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN):This12digit
Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track your
satellite radio account. You will need this number when communicating
with SIRIUS. While in Satellite Radio mode, you can view this number on
the radio display by pressing AUX and Preset 1 control simultaneously.
Radio Display Condition Action Required
ACQUIRING Radio requires more
than two seconds to
produce audio for the
selected channel.No action required. This
message should disappear
shortly.
SAT FAULT Internal module or
system failure present.If this message does not
clear within a short period
of time, or with an
ignition key cycle, your
receiver may have a fault.
See your authorized
dealer for service.
INVALID CHNL Channel no longer
available.This previously available
channel is no longer
available. Tune to another
channel. If the channel
was one of your presets,
you may choose another
channel for that preset
button.
UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not
available for this
channel.Contact SIRIUS at
1–888–539–7474 to
subscribe to the channel,
or, tune to another
channel.
NO TEXT Artist information not
available.Artist information not
available at this time on
this channel. The system
is working properly.
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5.DUAL(Single/dual electric
temperature control): Allows the
driver to have full control of the
cabin temperature settings (single zone) or allows the passenger to have
control of their individual temperature settings (dual zone control). Press
to turn on dual zone mode, press again to return to single zone.
6.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents.
7.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents
and floor vents.Note:Some airflow will come out of the small vents
near the side windows.
8.
:Distributes air through the floor vents.Note:Some airflow will
come out of the small vents near the side windows.
9.
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor
vents.
10.
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
11.OFF:Outside air is shut out and
the fan will not operate.Note:If
equipped with the auxiliary system,
the auxiliary fan can still operate with the front system off.
12.AUTO:Press to select the
desired temperature shown in the
display window. The system will
automatically determine the fan speed, the direction of the airflow,
outside or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle to the selected
temperature.
13.Manual override controls:
Allows you to manually determine
where airflow is directed. To return
to fully automatic control, press AUTO.
14.Driver’s side temperature
control:Controls the temperature
of the vehicle cabin. When DUAL
zone is pressed, controls the driver’s
side temperature.
DUAL
OFF
AUTO
OFF
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Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these
objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
AUXILIARY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with an auxiliary climate system. These
auxiliary controls, located in the overhead console, allow the front
passengers to control airflow direction, temperature and fan level of the
rear compartment to quickly heat or cool the entire vehicle.
Front auxiliary controls:
1.Temperature control:
Determines temperature level.
2.Mode selector:Press to select
air flow direction to
(floor)
or
(panel).
•
directs air to the floor of the
third row seating.
•
directs air to the overhead
registers of the second and third
row seating.
The selected mode will illuminate on the temperature control.
3.Fan control:Determines fan speed levels. If your vehicle is equipped
with the front Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system,
when the front system is turned off, the fan and heat mode will operate
and A/C will be unavailable.
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Installing a garage door opener (if equipped)
The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of
aftermarket garage door openers:
•Place the VELCROhook onto
the side of the aftermarket
transmitter opposite of the
button.
•Place the transmitter into storage
compartment, button down.
•Place the provided height
adaptors onto the back of the
door as needed.
•Close the door.
•Press the depression in the door
to activate the transmitter.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
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