2007 Mercury Milan instrument panel

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.
If you cannot remove those streaks after cleaning with the glass cleaner
or if the wipers chatter and move in a jerky motion, clean the outer
surface of the windshield and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft
cloth with a neutral detergent or mild-abrasive cleaning solution. After
cleaning, rinse the windshield and wiper blades with clean water. The
windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield
with water.
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.
2007 Milan(mln)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
Cleaning
222

2. Block the wheels.
To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn
injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
bottom of the instrument panel near
the steering column.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and
release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front center of
the hood.
3. Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod.
2007 Milan(mln)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
227

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety Compliance Certification Label
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Safety Compliance
Certification Label be affixed to a
vehicle and prescribe where the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label may be located. The Safety
Compliance Certification Label is
located on the structure (B-Pillar)
by the trailing edge of the driver’s
door or the edge of the driver’s
door.
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
2007 Milan(mln)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
269

Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............220
instrument panel ....................222
interior .....................................223
interior trim ............................223
plastic parts ............................221
washing ....................................218
waxing .....................................219
wheels ......................................219
wiper blades ............................221
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......41, 43
Clock ............................................65
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................27
AM/FM/CD .................................21
Clutch
fluid ..........................................256
operation while driving ..........181
recommended shift speeds ....181
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................76
Console ........................................64
overhead ....................................64
Controls
power seat ...............................102
steering column ........................71
Coolant
checking and adding ..............238
refill capacities ................242, 265
specifications ..........................265
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................68
Cupholder(s) .............................106
Customer Assistance ................189
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................214Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............215
Getting roadside assistance ...189
Getting the service you
need .........................................210
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................216
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............214
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................48
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................256, 258
engine oil .................................231
Driving under special
conditions ..................180, 184, 186
sand .........................................185
snow and ice ...........................187
through water .................185, 188
E
Electronic message center .........74
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................204
Emission control system ..........252
Engine ........................................268
cleaning ...................................220
coolant .....................................238
fail-safe cooling .......................243
idle speed control ...................236
lubrication specifications .......265
refill capacities ........................265
service points ..................228–229
starting after a collision .........191
Engine block heater .................172
2007 Milan(mln)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
Index
274

Engine oil ..................................231
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................231
checking and adding ..............231
dipstick ....................................231
filter, specifications ........235, 263
recommendations ...................235
refill capacities ........................265
specifications ..........................265
Exhaust fumes ..........................172
F
Fail safe cooling ........................243
Fluid capacities .........................265
Foglamps .....................................48
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................183
Fuel ............................................244
calculating fuel
economy ............................75, 249
cap ...........................................246
capacity ...................................265
choosing the right fuel ...........247
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................252
detergent in fuel .....................248
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................244, 246, 249
filter, specifications ........244, 263
fuel pump shut-off switch .....191
improving fuel economy ........249
octane rating ...................248, 268
quality ......................................248
running out of fuel .................248
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................244
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......191
Fuses ..................................191–192G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............246
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................249
Gauges .........................................13
H
Hazard flashers .........................190
Head restraints .........................100
Headlamps ...................................47
aiming ..................................49–50
autolamp system .......................47
bulb specifications ....................52
daytime running lights .............48
flash to pass ..............................49
high beam .................................49
replacing bulbs .........................52
turning on and off ....................47
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................39, 41, 43
Hood ..........................................227
How to get going ........................16
I
Ignition ...............................169, 268
Illuminated visor mirror .............63
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................139
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................254
Instrument panel ........................65
cleaning ...................................222
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................49
2007 Milan(mln)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
Index
275

J
Jack ............................................198
positioning ...............................198
storage .....................................198
Jump-starting your vehicle ......204
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................85
Keys .......................................82, 96
positions of the ignition .........169
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................47
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................52
daytime running light ...............48
fog lamps ...................................48
headlamps .................................47
headlamps, flash to pass ..........49
instrument panel, dimming .....49
interior lamps ...........................51
replacing bulbs .........................52
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................51
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........173
Load limits .................................162
Locks
autolock .....................................85
childproof ..................................88
doors ..........................................84
Lubricant specifications ...........265
Lug nuts ....................................203
Lumbar support, seats .............101M
Manual transmission .................181
fluid capacities ........................265
lubricant specifications ..........265
reverse .....................................182
Message center ...........................74
english/metric button ...............79
system check button ................78
warning messages .....................79
Mirrors .........................................68
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................67
heated ........................................68
side view mirrors (power) .......68
Moon roof ....................................72
Motorcraft parts ........224, 244, 263
N
Navigation system .......................38
O
Octane rating ............................248
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................231
P
Parking brake ............................174
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....263
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................107
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................195
Power door locks ........................84
Power mirrors .............................68
Power point .................................65
2007 Milan(mln)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
Index
276