2011 Mercury Mariner 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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•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the back seats.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
•To improve the time to reach comfort in hot weather, drive with the
windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the
vehicle has been “aired out.”
•A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the
air distribution setting that is selected.
During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for
extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in
the MAX A/C position, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting
and put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) gear position
(automatic transmission only) to continue to receive cool air from your
A/C system.
For maximum cooling performance in MAX A/C mode:
1. Select MAX A/C.
2. Select the coolest temperature setting.
3. Set the fan to the highest speed initially. As the interior starts to cool
down, adjust the fan speed to maintain comfort.
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
1. Select
.
2. Select A/C.
3. Adjust 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.
Climate Controls
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14.Driver heated seat control (if equipped):Press to
activate/deactivate the driver heated seat. SeeHeated seatsin the
Seating and Safety Restraintschapter.
Outside temperature:The outside temperature will appear in the
display and is labeled EXT TEMP.
Temperature conversion:To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer to theMessage centersection of theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Operating tips
•To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,
select
(defrost).
•To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the
system off or with recirculated air engaged.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the back 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 starting the vehicle or until the vehicle has
“aired out.”
•A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the
air distribution setting that is selected.
During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for
extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in
MAX A/C, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the
vehicle’s transmission in P (Park) to continue to receive cool air from
your A/C system.
For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C):
1. Press MAX A/C. The system will default to single-zone operation and
set the temperature to 60°F (16°C).
2. A/C,
andwill be selected.
3. Fan speed will be increased to the highest speed, but can be adjusted
as desired.
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
1. Select
.
2. Select A/C.
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3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.
4. Set the fan to the highest speed.
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows.
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
located in the middle of the instrument panel.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
R
The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and
works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice.
The engine must be running to operate the rear window defroster.
Press
Rto turn the rear window defroster on. An indicator light on the
control will illuminate when active. The rear window defroster turns off
automatically after a predetermined amount of time, if a low battery
condition is detected or when the ignition is turned off or to the
accessory position. To manually turn off the rear window defroster at any
time, press the control again.
If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors,
the same control will activate both. Refer toHeated outside mirrorsin
theDriver Controlschapter.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside
of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside or the
rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and
will not be covered by your warranty.
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2. Rotate the headlamp control to the autolamp position.
3. Rotate the headlamp control to the off position.
4. Turn the vehicle on.
5. Turn the vehicle off.
6. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position (the headlights
should turn on).
7. Turn the headlamp control to the off position when the desired delay
time (up to three minutes) has been reached.
Fog lamp control
The headlamp control also operates
the fog lamps. The fog lamps can be
turned on when the headlamp
controlisinthe
,or
positions and the high beams are
not turned on.
Pull the headlamp control towards
you to turn the fog lamps on. The
fog lamp indicator light will
illuminate.
High beams
Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pull
the lever toward you to deactivate.
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Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of
unacceptable moisture are present.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an
“E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn
time.
Function Number of bulbs Trade number
Headlamps (high and
low beams)2
H13
Park/turn lamps
(front)2
3457AK (amber)
Rear stop/turn/tail 2 3157K / 4157K
Backup lamp 2 921
Fog lamp (front) 2 9145
Center high-mount
stop lamp5
W5WL
Rear license plate
lamp2
168
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 all bulbs frequently.
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
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Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the fog lamp switch is
in the off position.
2. From underneath the vehicle,
rotate the harness/bulb assembly
counterclockwise, to remove from
the fog lamp.
3. Carefully disconnect the bulb
from the harness assembly via the
two snap clips.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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lubrication specifications .......321
refill capacities ........................321
service points ..................285–286
starting after a collision .........243
Engine block heater .................210
Engine oil ..................................289
checking and adding ..............289
dipstick ....................................289
filter, specifications ........292, 320
recommendations ...................292
refill capacities ........................321
specifications ..........................321
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................210
F
Fail safe cooling ........................299
Fleet MyKey programming ........90
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....301
Floor mats .............................83–84
Fluid capacities .........................321
Fog lamps ....................................52
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................235
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................220
Fuel ............................................301
calculating fuel
economy ............................20, 308
cap ...........................................304
capacity ...................................321
choosing the right fuel ...........305
detergent in fuel .....................306
filler funnel .............................307
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................301, 304, 308
filter, specifications ........300, 320fuel pump shut-off switch .....243
improving fuel economy ........308
octane rating ...................305, 324
quality ......................................306
running out of fuel .........262, 307
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................301
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .................................301, 305
Fuses ..................................244–245
G
Garage door opener ....................77
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............304
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................308
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................243
Headlamps ...................................51
aiming ........................................54
bulb specifications ....................58
daytime running lights .............53
flash to pass ..............................53
high beam .................................52
replacing bulbs .........................59
turning on and off ....................51
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................47
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................44
Hood ..........................................285
I
Ignition ...............................206, 324
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