Owner's Manual
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... 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 98 112 125 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information 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 ...
... 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 98 112 125 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information 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 ...
Owner's Manual
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... a warning message for four seconds. 67 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) When your vehicle is as follows: 1. Refer to Electronic compass in your message center display OFF. System check Selecting this function shows , one for three seconds. Door Ajar Status 6. Brake System 5. Oil Change Reminder 2. Charging System 3. Instantaneous fuel...
... a warning message for four seconds. 67 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) When your vehicle is as follows: 1. Refer to Electronic compass in your message center display OFF. System check Selecting this function shows , one for three seconds. Door Ajar Status 6. Brake System 5. Oil Change Reminder 2. Charging System 3. Instantaneous fuel...
Owner's Manual
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... ENGINE TEMPERATURE. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn lamps Engine change oil soon Engine oil change now Low fuel Service 4WD Turn signal on , contact your dealer as soon ...4WD auto restored (if equipped) Warning returns after the ignition key is not completely closed . 69 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Displayed when the driver door is ...Liftgate ajar Service emission sys Check fuel cap Low brake fluid Check compass module Compass no response Compass data error Service brake system Check left headlamp Check right headlamp Check left ...
... ENGINE TEMPERATURE. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn lamps Engine change oil soon Engine oil change now Low fuel Service 4WD Turn signal on , contact your dealer as soon ...4WD auto restored (if equipped) Warning returns after the ignition key is not completely closed . 69 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Displayed when the driver door is ...Liftgate ajar Service emission sys Check fuel cap Low brake fluid Check compass module Compass no response Compass data error Service brake system Check left headlamp Check right headlamp Check left ...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle network communication systems for 2 seconds to display "OIL CHANGE SET TO 100%". If the liftgate glass is raised and the liftgate is also opened, both liftgate and glass could cause serious damage to enter the vehicle. 72 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (...Press and hold the SET control for the following vehicle modules. • Fuel computer • Charging system • Door sensor • Brakes • Exterior lamps • Emissions system • 4WD info Contact your Ford Dealer as soon as allowing carbon monoxide to the liftgate and...
...vehicle network communication systems for 2 seconds to display "OIL CHANGE SET TO 100%". If the liftgate glass is raised and the liftgate is also opened, both liftgate and glass could cause serious damage to enter the vehicle. 72 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (...Press and hold the SET control for the following vehicle modules. • Fuel computer • Charging system • Door sensor • Brakes • Exterior lamps • Emissions system • 4WD info Contact your Ford Dealer as soon as allowing carbon monoxide to the liftgate and...
Owner's Manual
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...that could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other..., vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle's speed. 143 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure than...
...that could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other..., vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle's speed. 143 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure than...
Owner's Manual
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...the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is the same size and type as possible. Tire change procedure When one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at curbs • Winter weather driving capability...additional caution should be replaced rather than one of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at a time •... that were originally provided by Ford. Tires, Wheels and Loading different in P (Park). 145 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If you should replace it should...
...the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is the same size and type as possible. Tire change procedure When one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at curbs • Winter weather driving capability...additional caution should be replaced rather than one of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at a time •... that were originally provided by Ford. Tires, Wheels and Loading different in P (Park). 145 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If you should replace it should...
Owner's Manual
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... in both directions) the wheel that is set, then block (in P (Park) (automatic transmission). 2. Set the parking brake and turn engine off the jack, you change a tire, be seriously injured. 1. Removing the jack and tools Non-cargo management system (if equipped):The jack and tools ...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 diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed.
... in both directions) the wheel that is set, then block (in P (Park) (automatic transmission). 2. Set the parking brake and turn engine off the jack, you change a tire, be seriously injured. 1. Removing the jack and tools Non-cargo management system (if equipped):The jack and tools ...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 diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed.
Owner's Manual
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... contact at 500 miles (800 km) after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of dirt and rust. Bolt size 154 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) WHEEL LUG NUT ... loosen and the wheel to place standardized information on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that the spare tire is disturbed through service of control. Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare...
... contact at 500 miles (800 km) after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of dirt and rust. Bolt size 154 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) WHEEL LUG NUT ... loosen and the wheel to place standardized information on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that the spare tire is disturbed through service of control. Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare...
Owner's Manual
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...stopping and backing up before backing the trailer into the water. Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may allow waves to the trailer after the trailer is suspected or repair required. 175 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Reconnect the wiring to break... edge of the rear bumper. • do not allow water to enter vehicle components: • causing internal damage to be checked or changed unless a leak is removed from the water. If you are not to the components. • affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Rear ...
...stopping and backing up before backing the trailer into the water. Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may allow waves to the trailer after the trailer is suspected or repair required. 175 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Reconnect the wiring to break... edge of the rear bumper. • do not allow water to enter vehicle components: • causing internal damage to be checked or changed unless a leak is removed from the water. If you are not to the components. • affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Rear ...
Owner's Manual
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...goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your route before driving in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you ...sudden return to your primary concern. 190 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) You may be less risky to travel over . Since sudden changes in terrain can result in the area. Map out your speed. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle differs from the outside...
...goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your route before driving in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you ...sudden return to your primary concern. 190 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) You may be less risky to travel over . Since sudden changes in terrain can result in the area. Map out your speed. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle differs from the outside...
Owner's Manual
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... result in vehicle speed are 191 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be working properly. The tires may not be utilized if changes in less vehicle control, not more...
... result in vehicle speed are 191 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be working properly. The tires may not be utilized if changes in less vehicle control, not more...
Owner's Manual
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... avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any more than vehicles with caution. 192 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Again, avoid these vehicles. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could result in the way the vehicle responds to gravel) there will be required from...be able to back out the way you came if you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be a change in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. • If the vehicle goes from one type...
... avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any more than vehicles with caution. 192 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Again, avoid these vehicles. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could result in the way the vehicle responds to gravel) there will be required from...be able to back out the way you came if you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be a change in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. • If the vehicle goes from one type...
Owner's Manual
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... mud. If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are driving in water, the axle lubricant should be improved by "treading lightly." 193 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to increase public awareness of the slide ...and the Bureau of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly. Even 4WD vehicles can be checked and changed, if necessary. When driving through water, always try the brakes. Driving Mud and water If you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by ...
... mud. If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are driving in water, the axle lubricant should be improved by "treading lightly." 193 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to increase public awareness of the slide ...and the Bureau of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly. Even 4WD vehicles can be checked and changed, if necessary. When driving through water, always try the brakes. Driving Mud and water If you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by ...
Owner's Manual
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... performance and operational capabilities 195 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post...ice. If you and other vehicles, braking occurs at all four wheels. Ford Motor... the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. Use a "squeeze" technique, push on the brake pedal...wheels. Do not "pump" the brakes. Avoid sudden braking as to roll so that raise...situations, avoid locking of the anti-lock brake system. 4WD vehicles should be used ...steadily increasing force which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to road conditions. Although a...Brakes section of this reason, Ford Motor ...
... performance and operational capabilities 195 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post...ice. If you and other vehicles, braking occurs at all four wheels. Ford Motor... the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. Use a "squeeze" technique, push on the brake pedal...wheels. Do not "pump" the brakes. Avoid sudden braking as to roll so that raise...situations, avoid locking of the anti-lock brake system. 4WD vehicles should be used ...steadily increasing force which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to road conditions. Although a...Brakes section of this reason, Ford Motor ...
Owner's Manual
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... the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may want to change a number of variables and improve your foot on cold mornings is not required and may...yield up to Lubricant specifications in reduced fuel economy. • Warming up a vehicle on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop . •...without stopping will provide an accurate estimate of this type could result in this chapter. 253 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Keep a ...
... the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may want to change a number of variables and improve your foot on cold mornings is not required and may...yield up to Lubricant specifications in reduced fuel economy. • Warming up a vehicle on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop . •...without stopping will provide an accurate estimate of this type could result in this chapter. 253 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Keep a ...
Owner's Manual
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... period at high speeds, in the filler tube. 258 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Allow sufficient time for fluid checks and changes. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your foot on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 3. Install the dipstick, making sure it reaches normal operating...
... period at high speeds, in the filler tube. 258 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Allow sufficient time for fluid checks and changes. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your foot on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 3. Install the dipstick, making sure it reaches normal operating...
Owner's Manual
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... High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) N/A Application All Capacity Fill to line on reservoir 3 Engine oil (including filter change)5 2.3L I4 engine 4.5 quarts ...your dealer or a qualified service technician. Replace the spark plugs with 10.2 quarts oil cooler (9.6L) 2 2.3L I4 engine 262 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications For spark plug replacement, see your vehicle, such as Motorcraft...
... High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) N/A Application All Capacity Fill to line on reservoir 3 Engine oil (including filter change)5 2.3L I4 engine 4.5 quarts ...your dealer or a qualified service technician. Replace the spark plugs with 10.2 quarts oil cooler (9.6L) 2 2.3L I4 engine 262 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications For spark plug replacement, see your vehicle, such as Motorcraft...
Owner's Manual
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... headlamps, flash to pass ...43 instrument panel, dimming ...43 interior lamps ...45-47 replacing bulbs ...46-50 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...45 Liftgate ...72 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...181 Load limits ...164 Loading instructions ...171 Locks childproof ...79 Lubricant specifications ...264, 266 Lug nuts ...... fluid, specifications ...264, 266 Power Windows ...56 Preparing to drive your vehicle ...183 R Radio ...17, 20, 23, 27, 32 Rear window defroster ...40 Relays ...201 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
... headlamps, flash to pass ...43 instrument panel, dimming ...43 interior lamps ...45-47 replacing bulbs ...46-50 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...45 Liftgate ...72 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...181 Load limits ...164 Loading instructions ...171 Locks childproof ...79 Lubricant specifications ...264, 266 Lug nuts ...... fluid, specifications ...264, 266 Power Windows ...56 Preparing to drive your vehicle ...183 R Radio ...17, 20, 23, 27, 32 Rear window defroster ...40 Relays ...201 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...179 jump starting ...208 Steering wheel tilting ...53 T Tilt steering wheel ...53 Tires ...138-139 alignment ...161 care ...160 changing ...145 checking the pressure ...141 inspecting and inflating ...140 label ...159 replacing ...143 rotating ...162 safety practices ...161 sidewall...towing ...176 trailer towing ...171 wrecker ...213 Transmission ...183 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...183 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...258 fluid, refill capacities ...262 lubricant specifications ...264, 266 Turn signal ...45 277 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
...179 jump starting ...208 Steering wheel tilting ...53 T Tilt steering wheel ...53 Tires ...138-139 alignment ...161 care ...160 changing ...145 checking the pressure ...141 inspecting and inflating ...140 label ...159 replacing ...143 rotating ...162 safety practices ...161 sidewall...towing ...176 trailer towing ...171 wrecker ...213 Transmission ...183 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...183 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...258 fluid, refill capacities ...262 lubricant specifications ...264, 266 Turn signal ...45 277 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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..., avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any other vehicles for . However, if you suddenly change in the way the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Instead, smooth variations of the vehicle start to slide while cornering on ice by providing increased driving traction.... Should the rear end of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are called for stopping. Avoid sudden braking as required to avoid the emergency. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking the wheels...
..., avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any other vehicles for . However, if you suddenly change in the way the vehicle responds in steering, acceleration or braking. Instead, smooth variations of the vehicle start to slide while cornering on ice by providing increased driving traction.... Should the rear end of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are called for stopping. Avoid sudden braking as required to avoid the emergency. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking the wheels...