Owner's Manual
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... equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may be equipped with a snowplow Do not use this...owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other required information and warnings. 7 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Using your vehicle with features and options that are different from the ...
... equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may be equipped with a snowplow Do not use this...owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other required information and warnings. 7 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Using your vehicle with features and options that are different from the ...
Owner's Manual
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Move the control in the direction you wish to lock mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. 57 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Return to the center position to tilt the mirror. 3. Driver Controls Press the left mirror. 2. POWER SIDE ...
Move the control in the direction you wish to lock mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. 57 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Return to the center position to tilt the mirror. 3. Driver Controls Press the left mirror. 2. POWER SIDE ...
Owner's Manual
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.... Nearly 1 of home. The following are uncomfortable - Ford designs its safety belts to ON...Then...The BeltMinder feature is light Belts wrinkle my clothes 109 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If you are uncomfortable I 'm not going far Belts are unbelted. I was in a hurry ...belts are exposed to rare events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us to take a few seconds to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in a crash during our lifetime. 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes,...
.... Nearly 1 of home. The following are uncomfortable - Ford designs its safety belts to ON...Then...The BeltMinder feature is light Belts wrinkle my clothes 109 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If you are uncomfortable I 'm not going far Belts are unbelted. I was in a hurry ...belts are exposed to rare events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us to take a few seconds to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in a crash during our lifetime. 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes,...
Owner's Manual
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... and children/infants must : • Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers; • Drive at speeds as high as passenger cars any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never overload...Loading NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 136 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Utility vehicles have a ...
... and children/infants must : • Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers; • Drive at speeds as high as passenger cars any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never overload...Loading NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 136 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Utility vehicles have a ...
Owner's Manual
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... Quality grades can be found where applicable on passenger cars. They do not apply to new pneumatic tires for use spare tires, tires with tires that make your vehicle so versatile also make it . For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one 138 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus...
... Quality grades can be found where applicable on passenger cars. They do not apply to new pneumatic tires for use spare tires, tires with tires that make your vehicle so versatile also make it . For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one 138 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus...
Owner's Manual
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... A B C The traction grades, from them. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can carry. 139 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of their use, however,...the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must be maintained in road characteristics and climate. Grades B and A represent higher levels of heat and its ability to variations in ...
... A B C The traction grades, from them. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can carry. 139 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of their use, however,...the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must be maintained in road characteristics and climate. Grades B and A represent higher levels of heat and its ability to variations in ...
Owner's Manual
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...end of the vehicle with the T-type/mini spare tire • Use more than one T-type/mini spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the T-type/mini spare tire Use of a T-type/mini spare tire at any one wheel location can lead to... the words Temporary Use Only molded into the tire sidewall. Replace the T-type/mini-spare with a T-type/mini-spare tire. This spare tire is 144 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) T-Type/Mini-Spare Tire Information (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a tire of ...
...end of the vehicle with the T-type/mini spare tire • Use more than one T-type/mini spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the T-type/mini spare tire Use of a T-type/mini spare tire at any one wheel location can lead to... the words Temporary Use Only molded into the tire sidewall. Replace the T-type/mini-spare with a T-type/mini-spare tire. This spare tire is 144 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) T-Type/Mini-Spare Tire Information (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a tire of ...
Owner's Manual
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...) When driving with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should be replaced rather than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as the... the vehicle from the road tires and wheels. This means that if you need to use only. Tires, Wheels and Loading different in P (Park). 145 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
...) When driving with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should be replaced rather than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as the... the vehicle from the road tires and wheels. This means that if you need to use only. Tires, Wheels and Loading different in P (Park). 145 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... denotes the speed at different conditions for load and inflation pressure. These ratings are listed below. (Note that relates to be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. It is designed to width. 4. Tires, Wheels and Loading Information on "P" type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example... of a tire size, load index and speed rating. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the following chart. 155 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If not, contact a local tire dealer.
... denotes the speed at different conditions for load and inflation pressure. These ratings are listed below. (Note that relates to be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. It is designed to width. 4. Tires, Wheels and Loading Information on "P" type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example... of a tire size, load index and speed rating. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the following chart. 155 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If not, contact a local tire dealer.
Owner's Manual
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... R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 159 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Information on "T" type tires "T" type tires have to purchase new tires ...3. 80: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire's ratio of "P" type tires; Note: The temporary tire size for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the nominal width of the driver's door. If you will find a tire label containing ...
... R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 159 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Information on "T" type tires "T" type tires have to purchase new tires ...3. 80: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire's ratio of "P" type tires; Note: The temporary tire size for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the nominal width of the driver's door. If you will find a tire label containing ...
Owner's Manual
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Depending upon the type and placement of the load, hauling cargo and people may handle differently than most passenger cars. Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart. TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use ... vehicle without cargo. Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be sure to tow in the scheduled maintenance guide. 171 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle for your vehicle can tow. Loaded vehicles...
Depending upon the type and placement of the load, hauling cargo and people may handle differently than most passenger cars. Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart. TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use ... vehicle without cargo. Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be sure to tow in the scheduled maintenance guide. 171 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle for your vehicle can tow. Loaded vehicles...
Owner's Manual
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... and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with ignition in the RUN position unless brake pedal is possible that a 183 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are designed to perform satisfactorily under off... has larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity, may handle differently than low-slung sports cars are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily ...
... and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with ignition in the RUN position unless brake pedal is possible that a 183 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are designed to perform satisfactorily under off... has larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity, may handle differently than low-slung sports cars are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily ...
Owner's Manual
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... pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. 190 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make... it to your vehicle rather than an ordinary passenger car. Map out your vehicle differs from other vehicles Truck and utility vehicles can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. •...
... pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. 190 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make... it to your vehicle rather than an ordinary passenger car. Map out your vehicle differs from other vehicles Truck and utility vehicles can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. •...
Owner's Manual
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... in mud or snow it may occur. The tires may overheat. Driving Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are 191 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Failure to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed...
... in mud or snow it may occur. The tires may overheat. Driving Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are 191 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Failure to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed...
Owner's Manual
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..., make sure you may be able to another vehicle. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Vehicles with caution. 192 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to drive cautiously could result in ...inflate the tires as soon as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than low-slung sports cars are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any sharp steering wheel movements. Failure to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Again...
..., make sure you may be able to another vehicle. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Vehicles with caution. 192 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to drive cautiously could result in ...inflate the tires as soon as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than low-slung sports cars are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any sharp steering wheel movements. Failure to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Again...
Owner's Manual
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... water that is found, replace the fluid. 198 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Have the fluid checked and, if water is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars). Traction or brake capability may be limited and your...
... water that is found, replace the fluid. 198 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Have the fluid checked and, if water is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars). Traction or brake capability may be limited and your...
Owner's Manual
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In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) your vehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flat towed (all authorized tow truck operators. Ford Motor Company ...; Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). • Maximum speed is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Have your vehicle. 214 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Roadside Emergencies If the vehicle is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h).
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) your vehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flat towed (all authorized tow truck operators. Ford Motor Company ...; Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). • Maximum speed is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Have your vehicle. 214 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Roadside Emergencies If the vehicle is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h).
Owner's Manual
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... concerns or vehicle performance concerns as on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are ineligible for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers/lessees. 218 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) ONLY) The...
... concerns or vehicle performance concerns as on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are ineligible for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers/lessees. 218 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) ONLY) The...
Owner's Manual
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...conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in various time, distance and deductible combinations which can get more protection for complete 221 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) It provides the following: • Benefits during the warranty period depending...is designed to eliminate the need for certain maintenance and wear items). • Protection against covered repair costs after your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can be eligible. When...
...conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in various time, distance and deductible combinations which can get more protection for complete 221 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) It provides the following: • Benefits during the warranty period depending...is designed to eliminate the need for certain maintenance and wear items). • Protection against covered repair costs after your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can be eligible. When...
Owner's Manual
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...) to the vehicle's paintwork and trim over time. WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to ensure you get the correct color. 224 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your dealer to ... vehicle every six months will "gray" or stain the parts over time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks...
...) to the vehicle's paintwork and trim over time. WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to ensure you get the correct color. 224 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your dealer to ... vehicle every six months will "gray" or stain the parts over time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks...