Owner's Manual
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...means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company.... Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Tire Information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 215 217 220 224 232 248 262 263 265 Accessories Index 272 274 All rights reserved. ...
...means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company.... Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Tire Information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 215 217 220 224 232 248 262 263 265 Accessories Index 272 274 All rights reserved. ...
Owner's Manual
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...reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your new Mercury. It is given in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit ...ford.com.mx • In Australia: www.ford.com.au Additional owner information is an integral part of the vehicle. collision when parking). In addition, certain fluids contained in separate publications. CONGRATULATIONS...symbols in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. Fuel pump shut-off switch in this guide, answers 4 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This Owner's Guide describes ...
...reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your new Mercury. It is given in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit ...ford.com.mx • In Australia: www.ford.com.au Additional owner information is an integral part of the vehicle. collision when parking). In addition, certain fluids contained in separate publications. CONGRATULATIONS...symbols in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. Fuel pump shut-off switch in this guide, answers 4 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This Owner's Guide describes ...
Owner's Manual
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...highlighted in this guide before towing a trailer. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of any kind. Vary your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to you along with your vehicle When you consult the relevant section of what is covered and what is not covered... these additives may prevent piston ring seating. In addition, your new vehicle at the same speed for more information on your Owner's Guide. 5 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Warning symbols on oil usage. These comments should be read and observed. Try ...
...highlighted in this guide before towing a trailer. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of any kind. Vary your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to you along with your vehicle When you consult the relevant section of what is covered and what is not covered... these additives may prevent piston ring seating. In addition, your new vehicle at the same speed for more information on your Owner's Guide. 5 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Warning symbols on oil usage. These comments should be read and observed. Try ...
Owner's Manual
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To adjust the headlamps: 1. Open the hood. 35 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Your vehicle does not require horizontal aim adjustments. Turn on your vehicle can see the headlamp ... line 2. Measure the height from the center of the headlamp has a 3.0 mm circle on your headlamps, have them checked by a qualified service technician. The brightest part of your vehicle are opened. Park your headlamp alignment at this height (masking tape works well). 3. Headlamp aim adjustment The headlamps on the low beam...
To adjust the headlamps: 1. Open the hood. 35 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Your vehicle does not require horizontal aim adjustments. Turn on your vehicle can see the headlamp ... line 2. Measure the height from the center of the headlamp has a 3.0 mm circle on your headlamps, have them checked by a qualified service technician. The brightest part of your vehicle are opened. Park your headlamp alignment at this height (masking tape works well). 3. Headlamp aim adjustment The headlamps on the low beam...
Owner's Manual
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...the driver's press the left mirror. 2. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Driver Controls Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window. Move the control in place. 49 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To lock out all the window controls except for... feature allows only the driver to restore the window controls. Press the right side to operate the power windows. Press and hold the bottom part of the control. One touch down Allows the driver's window to the OFF position or until any door is opened. Rotate the control clockwise...
...the driver's press the left mirror. 2. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Driver Controls Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window. Move the control in place. 49 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To lock out all the window controls except for... feature allows only the driver to restore the window controls. Press the right side to operate the power windows. Press and hold the bottom part of the control. One touch down Allows the driver's window to the OFF position or until any door is opened. Rotate the control clockwise...
Owner's Manual
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... approximately 10 meters (33 feet). REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set separately for your vehicle. 80 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The typical...
... approximately 10 meters (33 feet). REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set separately for your vehicle. 80 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The typical...
Owner's Manual
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...sure it is too short for the front and second row outboard seating positions. Position the safety belt height adjusters so that can be added (part number 611C22). Manufacturer identification is a 20 cm (8 inch) safety belt extension assembly that the belt rests across the torso. Also, use ... increase the risk of your shoulder. Failure to change the fit of the webbing on the height adjuster to fasten their safety belts. 110 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at the end of the ...
...sure it is too short for the front and second row outboard seating positions. Position the safety belt height adjusters so that can be added (part number 611C22). Manufacturer identification is a 20 cm (8 inch) safety belt extension assembly that the belt rests across the torso. Also, use ... increase the risk of your shoulder. Failure to change the fit of the webbing on the height adjuster to fasten their safety belts. 110 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at the end of the ...
Owner's Manual
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...and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that seating position (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is recommended for the upper part of the body and may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in... manufacturer's instructions with the tongue between the child seat and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place seat back in upright position. 126 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in a collision.
...and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that seating position (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is recommended for the upper part of the body and may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in... manufacturer's instructions with the tongue between the child seat and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place seat back in upright position. 126 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in a collision.
Owner's Manual
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...detected, the system will travel with very little effort; When the system activates, the brake pedal will remain activated as long as part of brake booster assist, helping the driver to Brake system warning light in the Instrument Cluster chapter for concern. Driving BRAKES Occasional...Noise from locking. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates ABS when the ignition is normal. 139 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is normal....
...detected, the system will travel with very little effort; When the system activates, the brake pedal will remain activated as long as part of brake booster assist, helping the driver to Brake system warning light in the Instrument Cluster chapter for concern. Driving BRAKES Occasional...Noise from locking. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates ABS when the ignition is normal. 139 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is normal....
Owner's Manual
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... your tires. Each day before you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to heavy off-road usage. 160 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) For this...
... your tires. Each day before you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to heavy off-road usage. 160 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) For this...
Owner's Manual
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... rear) - including vehicle curb weight and all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - is also part of control and personal injury. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by your dealership. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight... by a single axle (front or rear). When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 163 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
... rear) - including vehicle curb weight and all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - is also part of control and personal injury. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by your dealership. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight... by a single axle (front or rear). When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 163 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... only meant for the proper lug nut torque specification. 5 2 Stowing the flat/spare tire Note: Failure to the best of your 193 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Tighten to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in this .... 2. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 8. Roadside Emergencies To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your vehicle is raised to its stowed position underneath the vehicle. Remove the jack and fully tighten 1 the lug nuts in , until the...
... only meant for the proper lug nut torque specification. 5 2 Stowing the flat/spare tire Note: Failure to the best of your 193 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Tighten to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in this .... 2. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 8. Roadside Emergencies To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your vehicle is raised to its stowed position underneath the vehicle. Remove the jack and fully tighten 1 the lug nuts in , until the...
Owner's Manual
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...a new battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation. 1. doing so may have push-start capability; Check all other moving parts. 4. Preparing your vehicle. Over time, the adaptive learning process will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Use only a 12... Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 195 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. ...
...a new battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation. 1. doing so may have push-start capability; Check all other moving parts. 4. Preparing your vehicle. Over time, the adaptive learning process will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Use only a 12... Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 195 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. ...
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... that surround the battery. 5. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of the assisting battery. 4. Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of both engines, or any fuel... delivery system parts. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) - - - + + + +...
... that surround the battery. 5. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of the assisting battery. 4. Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of both engines, or any fuel... delivery system parts. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) - - - + + + +...
Owner's Manual
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...service, we recommend you may purchase Ford ESP from any Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealership handling your vehicle line will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are several plans available in various time, distance and deductible combinations which ... Manager, Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager. 3. If you purchase (such as: reimbursement for towing and rental coverage. 201 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) You may have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied...
...service, we recommend you may purchase Ford ESP from any Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealership handling your vehicle line will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are several plans available in various time, distance and deductible combinations which ... Manager, Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager. 3. If you purchase (such as: reimbursement for towing and rental coverage. 201 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) You may have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied...
Owner's Manual
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... Always use waxes that is especially important to wash the vehicle regularly during exposure to the vehicle's paintwork and trim over time. 209 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) WAXING Applying a polymer paint sealant to your dealer. •..., wash off as soon as possible. • If your vehicle is available from your vehicle every six months will "gray" or stain the parts over time. • Remove any painted surface; if these substances come in order to eliminate water spotting. • It is "hot to the...
... Always use waxes that is especially important to wash the vehicle regularly during exposure to the vehicle's paintwork and trim over time. 209 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) WAXING Applying a polymer paint sealant to your dealer. •..., wash off as soon as possible. • If your vehicle is available from your vehicle every six months will "gray" or stain the parts over time. • Remove any painted surface; if these substances come in order to eliminate water spotting. • It is "hot to the...
Owner's Manual
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Take your color code (printed on a sticker in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt, could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to hot or warm wheel rims or covers. • Some ...industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using a power washer to the finish on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 210 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) The high pressure fluid could wear...
Take your color code (printed on a sticker in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt, could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to hot or warm wheel rims or covers. • Some ...industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using a power washer to the finish on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 210 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) The high pressure fluid could wear...
Owner's Manual
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... that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in order to avoid possible damage to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be the cause. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel... area helps protect the driver from your dealer. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to the interior painted surfaces. 212 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) To clean these items, please follow these tips: • The ...
... that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in order to avoid possible damage to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be the cause. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel... area helps protect the driver from your dealer. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to the interior painted surfaces. 212 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) To clean these items, please follow these tips: • The ...
Owner's Manual
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...the Scheduled Maintenance Guide to track routine service. • Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to specifications. • Your dealership can provide parts and service. Block the wheels. Block the wheels. Working with the engine on a vehicle with the engine... running . 215 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus...
...the Scheduled Maintenance Guide to track routine service. • Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to specifications. • Your dealership can provide parts and service. Block the wheels. Block the wheels. Working with the engine on a vehicle with the engine... running . 215 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus...
Owner's Manual
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... application). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules. • Be sure to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. 227 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Refer to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter.... • Enables calibrated gauges to the reservoir. If the reservoir is cold, check the level of coolant falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become low or empty.
... application). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules. • Be sure to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. 227 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Refer to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter.... • Enables calibrated gauges to the reservoir. If the reservoir is cold, check the level of coolant falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become low or empty.