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•Turn the key to 4 (ON) without
turning the key to 5 (START).
Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. SeeWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter for more information
regarding the warning lights.
Starting the engine
Note:Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the
engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter.
1. Turn the key to 5 (START)
without pressing the accelerator
pedal and release as soon as the
engine starts. The key will return to
4 (ON).
2. When the engine starts, release
the key.
Note:If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try,
turn the key to 3 (OFF), wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine still
fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again; this will
allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is
flooded with fuel.
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid
its dangerous effects.
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer
inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.
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If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after
refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine.
•The
indicator may come on. For more information on the “check
engine” or the “service engine soon” indicator, refer toWarning lights
and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
Measuring techniques
Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the
driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as
possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are
NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend
taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)
of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate
measurement after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km–5,000 km).
Filling the tank
The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to
the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in theMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiessection of this chapter.
The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the
empty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in the
amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates
empty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel
tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty.
The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should
not be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling your
vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be
able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the
fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank.
For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:
•Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,
an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running.
•Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each time
the tank is filled.
•Allow no more than three automatic click-offs when filling.
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Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostics system. If the
indicator is on, refer to the
description in theWarning lights and chimessection of the
Instrument Clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test with
the
indicator on.
If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test”
condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a
minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as
described below:
•First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
•Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with
at least four idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid.
Refer to the scheduled maintenance
guide for the service interval
schedules. If adding fluid is
necessary, use only MERCON
AT F.
1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN
and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if the level is within this range.
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GENUINE MERCURY ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Mercury Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer. These
quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your
automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style
and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Mercury’s
rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will
repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Mercury
Accessories found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component
damaged by the defective accessories. The accessories will be warranted
for whichever provides you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that Genuine Mercury Accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by a dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty — 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km)
(whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy of
the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
Following is a list of several Genuine Mercury Accessories. Not all
accessories are available for all models. To find out what accessories are
available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer or visit our online
store at: www.mercuryaccessories.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Deflectors
Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)
Splash guards
Interior style
Consoles
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Lifestyle
Ash cup / smoker’s package
Cargo organization and management
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cap ...........................................281
capacity ...................................298
choosing the right fuel ...........282
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................287
detergent in fuel .....................283
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................279, 281, 284
filter, specifications ........279, 297
fuel pump shut-off switch .....226
improving fuel economy ........284
octane rating ...................283, 300
quality ......................................283
running out of fuel .................283
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................279
Fuses ..................................226–227
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............281
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................284
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................225
Head restraints .................110, 115
Headlamps ...................................41
aiming ........................................44
autolamp system .......................41
bulb specifications ....................48
daytime running lights .............43
flash to pass ..............................43
high beam .................................42
replacing bulbs .........................49
turning on and off ....................41Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................30
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................71
Hood ..........................................266
I
Ignition ...............................208, 300
Illuminated visor mirror .............54
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................168
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................289
Instrument panel ........................62
cleaning ...................................261
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................44
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......244
K
Keyless entry system ...............104
autolock .....................................93
keypad .....................................104
locking and unlocking doors ..105
programming entry code .......104
Keys .............................92, 106–107
positions of the ignition .........208
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................41
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bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................48
daytime running light ...............43
fog lamps ...................................42
headlamps .................................41
headlamps, flash to pass ..........43
instrument panel, dimming .....44
interior lamps .....................46–48
replacing bulbs ...................49, 52
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................46
Liftgate ............................84–85, 89
remote release ....................92, 98
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........212
Load limits .................................197
Locks
autolock .....................................93
childproof ..................................95
doors ..........................................92
Lubricant specifications ...........298
Lug nuts ....................................243
Luggage rack ...............................89
Lumbar support, seats .............112
M
Message center .....................75–76
english/metric button ...............78
system check button ................78
warning messages .....................79
Mirrors .........................................66
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................66
fold away ...................................67
heated ........................................67
programmable memory ............99
side view mirrors (power) .......66
signal .........................................67Motorcraft parts ........263, 279, 297
O
Octane rating ............................283
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................269
Overdrive ...................................217
P
Park Assist ................................220
Parking brake ............................213
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....297
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................136
Pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ...............68
Power adjustable foot pedals .....68
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................230
Power door locks ..................92–93
Power liftgate ........................85, 98
Power mirrors .............................66
Power point .................................63
Power steering ..........................215
fluid, checking and adding ....289
fluid, refill capacity ................298
fluid, specifications .................298
Power Windows ...........................64
R
Radio ................................17, 20, 23
Relays ........................................226
Remote entry system ...........95, 97
illuminated entry ....................102
locking/unlocking doors .....97–98
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trailer towing ..........................203
wrecker ....................................249
Transaxle
automatic operation ...............216
fluid, refill capacities ..............298
lubricant specifications ..........298
Transmission
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....216
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................290
Turn signal ..................................46
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................301
Vehicle loading ..........................197
Ventilating your vehicle ...........211W
Warning lights (see Lights)
.......10
Washer fluid
..............................268
Water, Driving through
.............223
Windows
power
.........................................64
rear wiper/washer
.....................53
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................53
checking and adding fluid
.....268
liftgate reservoir
.....................268
replacing wiper blades
...........269
Wrecker towing
.........................249
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