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only) 215 223 Cleaning 224 2 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 91 91 98 ... Tire Inflation Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 136 139 140 143 154 164 171 176 Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation 177 177 180 183 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Jump starting Wrecker towing...
only) 215 223 Cleaning 224 2 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 91 91 98 ... Tire Inflation Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 136 139 140 143 154 164 171 176 Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation 177 177 180 183 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Jump starting Wrecker towing...
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Without message center With message center Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off, refer to fasten your safety belt. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the system serviced immediately...fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 12 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Safety belt: Reminds you to Engine oil in the Maintenance and ...
Without message center With message center Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off, refer to fasten your safety belt. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the system serviced immediately...fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 12 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Safety belt: Reminds you to Engine oil in the Maintenance and ...
Owner's Manual
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... the front wheels is off the jack, even if the vehicle is intended for temporary use only. Tires, Wheels and Loading different in P (Park). 145 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tire change procedure When one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at curbs • Winter weather driving capability •... with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should replace it is in brand, size or appearance from moving or slipping off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from the road tires and wheels.
... the front wheels is off the jack, even if the vehicle is intended for temporary use only. Tires, Wheels and Loading different in P (Park). 145 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tire change procedure When one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at curbs • Winter weather driving capability •... with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should replace it is in brand, size or appearance from moving or slipping off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from the road tires and wheels.
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... the lift gate, and remove the hardboard cover. 146 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Pull back the carpet away from moving when you or someone else could be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in P (Park) (automatic transmission). 2. Set the parking brake and turn engine off...
... the lift gate, and remove the hardboard cover. 146 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Pull back the carpet away from moving when you or someone else could be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in P (Park) (automatic transmission). 2. Set the parking brake and turn engine off...
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GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 167 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of the driver...
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 167 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of the driver...
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... limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). It assumes a vehicle with only 168 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels...
... limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). It assumes a vehicle with only 168 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels...
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... towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must distribute the load in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of terms and instructions on calculating your vehicle. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the tongue. 173 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) You must not exceed...
... towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must distribute the load in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of terms and instructions on calculating your vehicle. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the tongue. 173 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) You must not exceed...
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...distances, your vehicle's brake system. Servicing after towing If you are required on the vehicle. This will require more information. 174 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety...; Anticipate stops and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may shut off the speed control. See your chances of the 4-speed automatic transmission in transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to you use a lower gear. The speed ...
...distances, your vehicle's brake system. Servicing after towing If you are required on the vehicle. This will require more information. 174 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety...; Anticipate stops and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may shut off the speed control. See your chances of the 4-speed automatic transmission in transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to you use a lower gear. The speed ...
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...components. • affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise above the ...the trailer's wheels. Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is suspected or repair required. 175 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping...
...components. • affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise above the ...the trailer's wheels. Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is suspected or repair required. 175 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping...
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.... For other towing requirements, refer to Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 176 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading RECREATIONAL TOWING An example of lubrication damage. This protects the transmission's internal mechanical components from potential lack of "recreational towing" is permitted. If your vehicle...
.... For other towing requirements, refer to Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 176 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading RECREATIONAL TOWING An example of lubrication damage. This protects the transmission's internal mechanical components from potential lack of "recreational towing" is permitted. If your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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Loaded vehicles, with a lower center of P (Park) with a brake-shift interlock feature that a 183 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Extra precautions such as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a higher... result in an increased risk of loss of gravity than a passenger car. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of gravity. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with ignition in the RUN position and the brake pedal depressed, it is possible that prevents the...
Loaded vehicles, with a lower center of P (Park) with a brake-shift interlock feature that a 183 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Extra precautions such as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a higher... result in an increased risk of loss of gravity than a passenger car. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of gravity. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with ignition in the RUN position and the brake pedal depressed, it is possible that prevents the...
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Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully pry out the small, round, tethered Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) cover cap located to LOCK, then remove the key. 2. Turn the ignition to Fuses and relays in P (Park). If the parking brake ... the parking brake. See your vehicle. Do not drive your vehicle until you leave your dealer or a qualified service technician as soon as possible. 184 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Remove tool and reinstall BTSI tethered cover cap. 5. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure...
Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully pry out the small, round, tethered Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) cover cap located to LOCK, then remove the key. 2. Turn the ignition to Fuses and relays in P (Park). If the parking brake ... the parking brake. See your vehicle. Do not drive your vehicle until you leave your dealer or a qualified service technician as soon as possible. 184 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Remove tool and reinstall BTSI tethered cover cap. 5. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure...
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...battery has been disconnected for any type of the 4-speed automatic transaxle This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy. P (Park) This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from turning. Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the ...parameters. To put your vehicle battery has been disconnected. The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to reset your radio stations when your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine • Depress the brake pedal 186 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) ...
...battery has been disconnected for any type of the 4-speed automatic transaxle This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy. P (Park) This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from turning. Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the ...parameters. To put your vehicle battery has been disconnected. The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to reset your radio stations when your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine • Depress the brake pedal 186 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) ...
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.... Driving • O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each gear. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may be rocked out by moving gearshift lever. • Will not downshift into the D (Overdrive) position...unattended while it may overheat. 188 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is running. Never leave your vehicle. Press lightly on slippery roads. • To return to the transmission may move the gearshift lever into...
.... Driving • O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each gear. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may be rocked out by moving gearshift lever. • Will not downshift into the D (Overdrive) position...unattended while it may overheat. 188 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is running. Never leave your vehicle. Press lightly on slippery roads. • To return to the transmission may move the gearshift lever into...
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... illuminated, the brakes may overheat. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are 191 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Do not rock the vehicle for cornering at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may not be rocked out by shifting...
... illuminated, the brakes may overheat. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are 191 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Do not rock the vehicle for cornering at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may not be rocked out by shifting...
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...depth; Even 4WD vehicles can be replaced. As when you are driving in water, their fluids should be improved by "treading lightly." 193 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If the front or rear axle is an educational program designed to increase public ...Bureau of Land Management in water, the axle lubricant should be limited. If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may damage the transmission. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Driving through high water, drive...
...depth; Even 4WD vehicles can be replaced. As when you are driving in water, their fluids should be improved by "treading lightly." 193 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If the front or rear axle is an educational program designed to increase public ...Bureau of Land Management in water, the axle lubricant should be limited. If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may damage the transmission. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Driving through high water, drive...
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... park aid Not used Not used Brake-Transmission shift lock Air bag module, Passenger Air bag Deactivation (PAD) indicator lamp, Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) ABS module, Evac and Fill, Speed control Heated seats module, 4WD 34 5A* 35 5A* * Mini fuse ** Cartridge fuse 205 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English...
... park aid Not used Not used Brake-Transmission shift lock Air bag module, Passenger Air bag Deactivation (PAD) indicator lamp, Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) ABS module, Evac and Fill, Speed control Heated seats module, 4WD 34 5A* 35 5A* * Mini fuse ** Cartridge fuse 205 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English...
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...When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation. 1. Use only a 12-volt supply to push-start capability; As a result, the transmission may damage the catalytic converter. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of...which can explode if exposed to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 208 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Automatic transmissions do not touch. Park the booster vehicle close to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. Do not ...
...When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation. 1. Use only a 12-volt supply to push-start capability; As a result, the transmission may damage the catalytic converter. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of...which can explode if exposed to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 208 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Automatic transmissions do not touch. Park the booster vehicle close to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. Do not ...
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... not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). In case of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flat towed (all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) your vehicle. 214 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Ford Motor...
... not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). In case of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flat towed (all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) your vehicle. 214 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Ford Motor...
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.... • The vehicle may shift firmly. Wash hands after handling. To begin this , the transmission may need to be adversely affected until it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Drive the vehicle to relearn its optimum shift feel. 240 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Avoid contact with water for at...
.... • The vehicle may shift firmly. Wash hands after handling. To begin this , the transmission may need to be adversely affected until it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Drive the vehicle to relearn its optimum shift feel. 240 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Avoid contact with water for at...