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...snowplow has been added to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available...Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the tire label on the driver's door or door pillar.
...snowplow has been added to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available...Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the tire label on the driver's door or door pillar.
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... loading capacity of your vehicle can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle Improper weight distribution and exceeding the maximum payload can be limited either ... maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits...
... loading capacity of your vehicle can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle Improper weight distribution and exceeding the maximum payload can be limited either ... maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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... order to ensure your vehicle checked regularly. Check exhaust system for oil and fluid leaks. Inspect for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. 12 Scheduled Maintenance Keep It Genuine MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Inspect engine air filter. Check battery performance. Check shocks...
... order to ensure your vehicle checked regularly. Check exhaust system for oil and fluid leaks. Inspect for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. 12 Scheduled Maintenance Keep It Genuine MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Inspect engine air filter. Check battery performance. Check shocks...
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... life. P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 105,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Inspect wheel ends for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (F450/550 and E ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve...
... life. P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 105,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Inspect wheel ends for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (F450/550 and E ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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... wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings. filter not required on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see pages 42 and 46). Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule...
... wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings. filter not required on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see pages 42 and 46). Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule...
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... inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 105,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & MINIVANS 100,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑...
... inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 105,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & MINIVANS 100,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑...
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... Coolant ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension (see page 47). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles).
... Coolant ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension (see page 47). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles).
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information...
... part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... damage may occur. Key-in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is deactivated. Instrument Cluster Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off when the speed control system is opened. 13 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If...
... damage may occur. Key-in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is deactivated. Instrument Cluster Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off when the speed control system is opened. 13 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) 60 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not hang any other object in... the windshield. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power point for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any type of 12 VDC/180W. Do not use the power point(s) over the ...vehicle capacity of accessory or accessory bracket from being used. The auxiliary power point is not running. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are...
Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) 60 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not hang any other object in... the windshield. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power point for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any type of 12 VDC/180W. Do not use the power point(s) over the ...vehicle capacity of accessory or accessory bracket from being used. The auxiliary power point is not running. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... seriously injure themselves. Press and hold the lighter in the proximity of the rocker switch to stop. 61 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Rear auxiliary power point (if equipped) A second auxiliary power point is ready...
... seriously injure themselves. Press and hold the lighter in the proximity of the rocker switch to stop. 61 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Rear auxiliary power point (if equipped) A second auxiliary power point is ready...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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..., mist and fog when the rear window defrost is opened. Press the right side to the OFF position or until any door is activated. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof may be in place. These actions could cause damage to tilt the mirror. 3. Move the... clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to lock mirrors in the direction you wish to the glass and mirrors. 62 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Return to the center position to adjust the left side of the control.
..., mist and fog when the rear window defrost is opened. Press the right side to the OFF position or until any door is activated. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof may be in place. These actions could cause damage to tilt the mirror. 3. Move the... clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to lock mirrors in the direction you wish to the glass and mirrors. 62 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Return to the center position to adjust the left side of the control.
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...The display will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of the compass module until CAL indicator turns off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in ...of system warnings followed by a brief indicator chime. Locate compass sensor mounted at base of status preceded by a long indicator chime. 75 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The system will flash and then return to normal operation. Driver Controls 6. The...
...The display will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of the compass module until CAL indicator turns off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in ...of system warnings followed by a brief indicator chime. Locate compass sensor mounted at base of status preceded by a long indicator chime. 75 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The system will flash and then return to normal operation. Driver Controls 6. The...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... voltage lines. Start the engine. 3. A correct zone setting will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Determine your geographic location is displayed on the message center. Driver...Perform this adjustment in this error. Press the SETUP control repeatedly until the message center display changes to start the compass calibration function. 77 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... voltage lines. Start the engine. 3. A correct zone setting will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Determine your geographic location is displayed on the message center. Driver...Perform this adjustment in this error. Press the SETUP control repeatedly until the message center display changes to start the compass calibration function. 77 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...the autolock mode. LOW OIL PRESSURE. When this warning message is displayed, a warning chime will sound reminding you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at normal speeds, have low tire pressure. Driver Controls CHECK TRANSMISSION. Indicates the transmission is malfunctioning....this warning stays on your dealer as soon as possible. Displayed when one or more road tires on , contact your servicing dealership. 85 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT (if equipped). If this warning message is not ...
...the autolock mode. LOW OIL PRESSURE. When this warning message is displayed, a warning chime will sound reminding you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at normal speeds, have low tire pressure. Driver Controls CHECK TRANSMISSION. Indicates the transmission is malfunctioning....this warning stays on your dealer as soon as possible. Displayed when one or more road tires on , contact your servicing dealership. 85 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT (if equipped). If this warning message is not ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... own coded keys to your vehicle towed to a dealership. Store an extra programmed key away from your dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 103 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replacement keys If your keys are not available, you will need to have your vehicle. Tips: •... additional spare or replacement keys. The theft indicator will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 2 (ACCESSORY) position.
... own coded keys to your vehicle towed to a dealership. Store an extra programmed key away from your dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 103 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replacement keys If your keys are not available, you will need to have your vehicle. Tips: •... additional spare or replacement keys. The theft indicator will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 2 (ACCESSORY) position.
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... all the way back. 132 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Modifications to the Body Builders Layout Book for your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Children and airbags Children must use a forward-facing child seat in the rear seating positions than authorized Ford accessories for instructions about the appropriate installation...
... all the way back. 132 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Modifications to the Body Builders Layout Book for your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Children and airbags Children must use a forward-facing child seat in the rear seating positions than authorized Ford accessories for instructions about the appropriate installation...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... is in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of movement for information about ordering a tether strap. Tether straps are equipped with your vehicle are available as shown below. 145 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and...
... is in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of movement for information about ordering a tether strap. Tether straps are equipped with your vehicle are available as shown below. 145 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... when they are flat, repair as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use cables or chains on dry roads. • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with RS-210 of the FCC rules and with tire cables or chains on your vehicle. 181 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus...
... when they are flat, repair as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use cables or chains on dry roads. • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with RS-210 of the FCC rules and with tire cables or chains on your vehicle. 181 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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.... The combined weight of interior temperatures. For load specification terms found on and off to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. Note: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety ...• Refer to protect the engine from overheating. Towing a trailer over 3,500 lb. (1,588 kg.) requires a weight distributing hitch. 190 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Maximum trailer weights shown. Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety Compliance...
.... The combined weight of interior temperatures. For load specification terms found on and off to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. Note: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety ...• Refer to protect the engine from overheating. Towing a trailer over 3,500 lb. (1,588 kg.) requires a weight distributing hitch. 190 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Maximum trailer weights shown. Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety Compliance...