2009 Mercury Mountaineer fog light

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
See Owner’s Guide
Fasten Safety BeltAirbag - Front
Airbag - SideChild Seat Lower
Anchor
Child Seat Tether
AnchorBrake System
Anti-Lock Brake SystemParking Brake System
Brake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum BasedParking Aid System
Stability Control SystemSpeed Control
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
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•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
•To improve the A/C cool down when the vehicle interior is
significantly warmer than the outside temperature, drive with the
windows slightly open for 2–3 minutes after start up or until the
vehicle has been “aired out.”
•If you are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and
idling for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run
the A/C in the MAX A/C position, adjust the blower fan speed to the
lowest setting, turn off the rear A/C unit and put the vehicle’s
transmission into the P (Park) to continue to receive cool air from
your A/C system.
For maximum cooling performance in panel (
) mode:
•Select MAX A/C mode. MAX A/C uses recirculated air with A/C to
provide a cooler airflow.
•Move the temperature control to the coolest setting.
•Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust in order to
maintain comfort.
To allow side window defogging and demisting while warming up the
vehicle cabin:
1. Select
.
2. Select A/C.
3. Set the temperature control to maintain comfort.
4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To
increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
located in the middle of the instrument panel.
To allow windshield defogging and demisting while warming up vehicle:
1. Select
floor/defrost mode.
2. Set temperature control to maintain comfort.
3. Set fan to highest setting.
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17.Temperature conversion:
Press to toggle between Fahrenheit
and Celsius temperature on the
DATC display only. The set point temperatures in Celsius will be
displayed in half-degree increments.
Operating tips
•To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the
position.
•To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the
air flow selector in OFF or with recirculated air engaged.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the rear seats.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
•To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open
for 2–3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.”
•If you are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and
idling for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run
the A/C in the MAX A/C position, adjust the blower fan speed to the
lowest setting, turn off the rear A/C unit and put the vehicle’s
transmission into the P (Park) to continue to receive cool air from
your A/C system.
For maximum cooling performance:
•Select and A/C and recirculated air. Use recirculated air with A/C to
provide a cooler airflow.
•Move the temperature control to the coolest setting.
To allow side window defogging and demisting while warming up the
vehicle cabin:
1. Select
.
2. Select A/C.
3. Set the temperature control to maintain comfort.
4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To
increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
located in the middle of the instrument panel.
F C
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Fog lamp control
The fog lamps can be turned on
only when the headlamp control is
in the
,orposition and
the high beams are not turned on.
Pull headlamp control towards you
to turn fog lamps on. The fog lamp
indicator light
will illuminate
when fog lamp is activated.
Push the headlamp control towards
the instrument panel to deactivate
the fog lamps.
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
To activate DRL:
•the ignition must be in the on position and
•the headlamp control is in the
orposition
•the transmission is not in P (Park).
WARNING:Always remember to turn on your headlamps at
dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light
(DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not
provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate
your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
High beams
Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pull
the lever towards you to deactivate.
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Lights
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Function Number of bulbs Trade number
Park/turn lamps
(front)2
3157 A (amber)
Headlamps 2 H13
Rear stop/tail lamps 2 L1224R
Rear turn lamps 2 3157 A (amber)
Rear license plate
lamps2
168
Backup lamp 2 3156K
High-mount brake
lamps5
W5WL
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
Visor vanity lamp -
Slide on rail system
(SOR)2
A6224PF
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
Replacing interior bulbs
Check the operation of the bulbs frequently. To replace any of the
interior bulbs, see a dealer or qualified technician.
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
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4. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove it
from the lamp assembly.
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.
Note:Disconnect the LED brake
lamp from the electrical connector
and replace the LED assembly.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
Replacing fog lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
off.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
fog lamp by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
off.
2. Remove the lamp assembly by
depressing the small tab and rocking
the lamp assembly out.
3. Remove the bulb socket from the
lamp assembly by turning
counterclockwise and pull the bulb
straight out.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
14 30A** Memory seats (DSM)
40A** Non-memory seats
15 40A** Rear defrost, Heated mirrors
16 40A** Front blower motor
17 30A** Trailer electronic brakes
18 30A** Auxiliary blower motor
19 30A** Running boards
20 30A** Front wiper motor
21 20A* Rear power point
22 20A* Subwoofer
23 — Not used
24 10A* Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) Keep Alive Power,
Canister vent
25 20A* Front power point/Cigar lighter
26 20A* AWD module (4.6L engine only)
27 20A* 6R Transmission module (4.6L
engine only)
28 20A* Heated seats
29 15A* Headlamps (right)
30 25A* Rear wiper
31 15A* Fog lamps
32 5A* Power mirrors
33 30A* ABS valve
34 15A* Headlamps (left)
35 10A* AC clutch
36 20A* Console bin power point
37 30A* Driver window motor
38 15A* 5R Transmission (4.0L engine
only)
39 15A* PCM power
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refill capacities ........................372
service points ..................338–339
starting after a collision .........294
Engine block heater .................264
Engine oil ..................................342
checking and adding ..............342
dipstick ....................................342
filter, specifications ........345, 371
recommendations ...................345
refill capacities ........................372
specifications ..........................372
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................264
F
Fail safe cooling ........................354
Family entertainment system ....46
Floor mats .................................135
Fluid capacities .........................372
Fog lamps ....................................86
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................285
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................275
Fuel ............................................355
calculating fuel
economy ..........................122, 361
cap ...........................................357
capacity ...................................372
choosing the right fuel ...........359
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................364
detergent in fuel .....................360
filler funnel .............................360
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................355, 357, 361
filter, specifications ........355, 371
fuel pump shut-off switch .....294improving fuel economy ........361
octane rating ...................359, 377
quality ......................................359
running out of fuel .........313, 360
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................355
Fuses ..................................295–296
G
Garage door opener ..................100
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............357
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................361
Gauges .........................................17
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................253
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................253
H
Hazard flashers .........................293
Headlamps ...................................85
aiming ........................................87
bulb specifications ....................90
daytime running lights .............86
flash to pass ..............................87
high beam .................................86
turning on and off ....................85
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................78, 80
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................114
Hood ..........................................337
How to get going ........................19
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