2006 Mercury Mountaineer wiper blades

4.0L SOHC V6 Engine
4.6L V8 Engine
•Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the
running engine may cause internal damage.
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS
Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are
available from your authorized dealer.
•For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A).
•If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar
Remover (ZC-42).
•For plastic headlamp lenses, use Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass
Cleaner (ZC-23).
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be
cleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on the
vehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include
hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellant
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coatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination; these contaminants
may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades, and streaking and
smearing of the windshield. To clean these items, follow these tips:
•The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with
a non-abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass
Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your authorized dealer.
•The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or
Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32–A),
available from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid contains
special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot
wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car
wash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear
worn or do not function properly.
•Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.
•Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.
Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the
inside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may cause
damage to the rear window defroster’s heated grid lines.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS
Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry
cloth, or use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A).
•Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the
driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning
the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of
the airbag system.
•Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in
contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan
lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted
surfaces.
INTERIOR TRIM
•Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry
cloth.
•Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the
finish.
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the
level is low. In very cold weather, do
not fill the reservoir completely.
Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16–A2.
Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent
type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise,
streaking and smearing. Refer toLubricant specificationslater in this
chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40° F (4.5°C),
use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to use
washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in
impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident.
Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling
system components.
Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate
Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the
windshield.
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CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
1. Pull the wiper arm away from the
vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle
from the wiper arm. Push the lock
pin manually to release the blade
and pull the wiper blade down
toward the windshield to remove it
from the arm.
2. Attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm and press it into place
until a click is heard.
Replace wiper blades at least once
per year for optimum performance.
Poor wiper quality can be improved
by cleaning the wiper blades and
the windshield, refer toWindows
and wiper bladesin theCleaningchapter.
To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
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washing ....................................281
waxing .....................................281
wheels ......................................282
wiper blades ............................284
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............43
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................32
AM/FM/CD .................................22
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................27
Compass, electronic ....................83
calibration .................................85
set zone adjustment ...........84, 98
Console ..................................63–64
overhead ....................................61
rear ............................................64
Controls
power seat ...............................126
steering column ........................70
Coolant
checking and adding ..............300
refill capacities ................304, 321
specifications ..................323, 326
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................67
Customer Assistance ................245
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................278
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................278
Getting roadside assistance ...245
Getting the service you
need .........................................274
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................279
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................277D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................49
Defrost
rear window ..............................47
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................317
engine oil .................................293
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........323
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................318
Driving under special
conditions ..................234, 239, 242
sand .........................................240
snow and ice ...........................243
through water .................241, 244
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ...........................43
DVD system .................................40
E
Electronic message center ...77, 88
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................266
Emergency Flashers .................247
Emission control system ..........314
Engine ........................................326
cleaning ...................................283
coolant .....................................300
fail-safe cooling .......................305
idle speed control ...................298
lubrication
specifications ..................323, 326
refill capacities ........................321
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Speed control ..............................67
Starting your vehicle ........217–218
jump starting ..........................266
Steering wheel
controls ......................................70
tilting .........................................60
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................60
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Roadside Emergencies ...........256
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....196
Warning Displays ........12, 85, 100
Tires ...........................182–183, 256
alignment ................................194
care ..........................................191
changing ..........................256, 262
checking the pressure ............186
inflating ...................................184
label .........................................191
replacing ..........................193, 262
rotating ....................................195
safety practices .......................194
sidewall information ...............186
snow tires and chains ............202
spare tire .................257, 259, 261
terminology .............................183
tire grades ...............................183
treadwear ........................182, 192
Towing .......................................209
recreational towing .................216
trailer towing ..........................209
wrecker ....................................272Transfer case
fluid checking .........................318
Transmission .............................227
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....227
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................317
fluid, refill capacities ..............321
lubricant specifications ..323, 326
Turn signal ..................................51
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................326
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................328
Vehicle loading ..........................202
Ventilating your vehicle ...........219
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................292
Water, Driving through .............244
Windows ....................................112
power .........................................64
rear wiper/washer .....................60
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................59
checking and adding fluid .....292
liftgate reservoir .....................292
replacing wiper blades ...........293
Wrecker towing .........................272
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