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...door drain holes. engine cooling system level and strength. OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES It is properly stowed (tight) (see dealer) and outside locks. engine oil fluid level. Check Every Six Months for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check lap/shoulder belts ...). safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check function of all interior and exterior lights. Check Every Month for operation. tires for proper operation. that externally mounted spare tire is recommended...
...door drain holes. engine cooling system level and strength. OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES It is properly stowed (tight) (see dealer) and outside locks. engine oil fluid level. Check Every Six Months for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check lap/shoulder belts ...). safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check function of all interior and exterior lights. Check Every Month for operation. tires for proper operation. that externally mounted spare tire is recommended...
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... horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Inspect for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Recommended at every scheduled ... struts and other suspension components for cracks, chips and pitting. Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material. Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect steering and linkage. Check battery performance. Inspect engine air filter. Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. 12 Scheduled Maintenance...
... horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Inspect for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Recommended at every scheduled ... struts and other suspension components for cracks, chips and pitting. Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material. Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect steering and linkage. Check battery performance. Inspect engine air filter. Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. 12 Scheduled Maintenance...
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... Maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are not to the Normal Schedule. Police and Taxi...Vehicle Axle Maintenance ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant every 100,000 miles. Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ 5 years or 100,000 miles - The axle and PTO lubricant should ...friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for life. change interval may be checked or changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water. During extended trailer tow operation...
... Maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are not to the Normal Schedule. Police and Taxi...Vehicle Axle Maintenance ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant every 100,000 miles. Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ 5 years or 100,000 miles - The axle and PTO lubricant should ...friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for life. change interval may be checked or changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water. During extended trailer tow operation...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...check the bulb. Refer to cause expensive repairs. Many lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. Service engine soon: The Service SERVICE engine soon indicator light ENGINE... system inspected immediately. Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you start your vehicle's functions. A warning light may become serious enough to 10 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002...
...check the bulb. Refer to cause expensive repairs. Many lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. Service engine soon: The Service SERVICE engine soon indicator light ENGINE... system inspected immediately. Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you start your vehicle's functions. A warning light may become serious enough to 10 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on may cause the Service engine soon light to come on is illuminated. 11 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Continued CAP driving with the brake system warning light on , refer to ...warning light is functional, it will take you longer to the ON position. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle serviced immediately. Check fuel cap (if equipped): CHECK Illuminates when the fuel cap may occur. If the light is blinking, engine misfire...
...If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on may cause the Service engine soon light to come on is illuminated. 11 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Continued CAP driving with the brake system warning light on , refer to ...warning light is functional, it will take you longer to the ON position. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle serviced immediately. Check fuel cap (if equipped): CHECK Illuminates when the fuel cap may occur. If the light is blinking, engine misfire...
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...: Illuminates when the battery is low. Refer to a dealer at the earliest opportunity. 12 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Report the fault to Inspecting and...restraint system has been detected. When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light will also sound to remind you to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the...the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Check gage: Illuminates when any CHECK of the following conditions has GAGE occurred: • The engine coolant temperature is high. • The engine oil pressure is low. • ...
...: Illuminates when the battery is low. Refer to a dealer at the earliest opportunity. 12 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Report the fault to Inspecting and...restraint system has been detected. When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light will also sound to remind you to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the...the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Check gage: Illuminates when any CHECK of the following conditions has GAGE occurred: • The engine coolant temperature is high. • The engine oil pressure is low. • ...
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... Before starting the vehicle: 1. ACC, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to operate while the engine is set. 195 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) For more information ...and allows key removal. 2. START, cranks the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. OFF/LOCK, shuts off . • Make sure the parking brake is not running. Warning lights illuminated. Release the key as soon as the ...
... Before starting the vehicle: 1. ACC, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to operate while the engine is set. 195 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) For more information ...and allows key removal. 2. START, cranks the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. OFF/LOCK, shuts off . • Make sure the parking brake is not running. Warning lights illuminated. Release the key as soon as the ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check. Some drivers may experience the following: • A rumble or grinding noise • A slight deceleration of the vehicle • The AdvanceTrac indicator light will flash • If your foot is on the brake pedal, you... road event, SLOW DOWN. 203 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not alter or modify your foot is not on while the engine is running, have exceeded their ability to grip the road; Driving warning indicator light in the instrument cluster remains on the...
... of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check. Some drivers may experience the following: • A rumble or grinding noise • A slight deceleration of the vehicle • The AdvanceTrac indicator light will flash • If your foot is on the brake pedal, you... road event, SLOW DOWN. 203 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not alter or modify your foot is not on while the engine is running, have exceeded their ability to grip the road; Driving warning indicator light in the instrument cluster remains on the...
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... engine damage. 270 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is depleted, this occurs the vehicle will still operate. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature: • The engine ... will move to the red (hot) area. • HIGH TEMP LOW OIL (if equipped) or CHECK GAUGE (if equipped) will illuminate. • The Service engine soon indicator light will increase. What you drive. The "fail-safe" distance depends on the coolant container to ensure the...
... engine damage. 270 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is depleted, this occurs the vehicle will still operate. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature: • The engine ... will move to the red (hot) area. • HIGH TEMP LOW OIL (if equipped) or CHECK GAUGE (if equipped) will illuminate. • The Service engine soon indicator light will increase. What you drive. The "fail-safe" distance depends on the coolant container to ensure the...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is lost for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • ... all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and...of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce... 279 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
...Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is lost for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • ... all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and...of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce... 279 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...the fuel. 281 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of fuel. (The engine may cause your Check engine/Service engine soon light to intentionally remove ...Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are : 1. This system is not working . Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts ...
...the fuel. 281 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of fuel. (The engine may cause your Check engine/Service engine soon light to intentionally remove ...Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are : 1. This system is not working . Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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..., use only MERCON ATF. 282 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Readiness for I /M testing, a minimum of 30 minutes of the Instrument Cluster chapter. The engine must warm up to pass an I /M) testing In some localities, it may not have your Check engine/Service engine soon light is required. Once started, do not...
..., use only MERCON ATF. 282 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Readiness for I /M testing, a minimum of 30 minutes of the Instrument Cluster chapter. The engine must warm up to pass an I /M) testing In some localities, it may not have your Check engine/Service engine soon light is required. Once started, do not...
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...-free ...263 replacement, specifications ...286 servicing ...263 BeltMinder ...126 Brakes ...198 anti-lock ...199 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...199 fluid, checking and adding ...284 fluid, refill capacities ...287 fluid, specifications ...290, 292 lubricant specifications ..290, 292 parking ...200 shift interlock ...205...attaching with tether straps ..145 in front seat ...143 in rear seat ...143 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...248 instrument panel ...250 interior ...251 interior trim ...251 plastic parts ...250 safety belts ...251 washing ...247 waxing ...247
...-free ...263 replacement, specifications ...286 servicing ...263 BeltMinder ...126 Brakes ...198 anti-lock ...199 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...199 fluid, checking and adding ...284 fluid, refill capacities ...287 fluid, specifications ...290, 292 lubricant specifications ..290, 292 parking ...200 shift interlock ...205...attaching with tether straps ..145 in front seat ...143 in rear seat ...143 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...248 instrument panel ...250 interior ...251 interior trim ...251 plastic parts ...250 safety belts ...251 washing ...247 waxing ...247
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...heating and air conditioning system ...37, 39 Homelink wireless control system ...69 Hood ...254 Index service points ...255-256 starting after a collision ...220 Engine block heater ...198 Engine oil ...258 checking and adding ...258 dipstick ...258 filter, specifications ...261, 286 recommendations ...261 refill capacities ...287 specifications ...290, 292 Exhaust fumes ...198 F ..., 276-277 filter, specifications ...276, 286 fuel pump shut-off switch ...220 improving fuel economy ...277 octane rating ...274, 292 quality ...274 running lights ...44 flash to automotive fuels ...271 Fuel -
...heating and air conditioning system ...37, 39 Homelink wireless control system ...69 Hood ...254 Index service points ...255-256 starting after a collision ...220 Engine block heater ...198 Engine oil ...258 checking and adding ...258 dipstick ...258 filter, specifications ...261, 286 recommendations ...261 refill capacities ...287 specifications ...290, 292 Exhaust fumes ...198 F ..., 276-277 filter, specifications ...276, 286 fuel pump shut-off switch ...220 improving fuel economy ...277 octane rating ...274, 292 quality ...274 running lights ...44 flash to automotive fuels ...271 Fuel -
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... of the ignition ...195 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart ...48 daytime running light ...44 fog lamps ...44 instrument panel, dimming ...45 interior lamps ...47 replacing bulbs ...52 Liftgate ...88, 95 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...199 Limited-slip axle...90 Lumbar support, seats ...107, 109-110 M Manual transmission lubricant specifications ...292 Message center ...75-76 english/metric button ...81 system check button ...80 warning messages ...82 Mirrors ...60, 63 automatic dimming rearview mirror ...63 fold away ...63 heated ...62 side view mirrors ...
... of the ignition ...195 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart ...48 daytime running light ...44 fog lamps ...44 instrument panel, dimming ...45 interior lamps ...47 replacing bulbs ...52 Liftgate ...88, 95 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...199 Limited-slip axle...90 Lumbar support, seats ...107, 109-110 M Manual transmission lubricant specifications ...292 Message center ...75-76 english/metric button ...81 system check button ...80 warning messages ...82 Mirrors ...60, 63 automatic dimming rearview mirror ...63 fold away ...63 heated ...62 side view mirrors ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... first SOON turned to the ON position to check the bulb. Many lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. Service engine soon: The Service SERVICE engine soon indicator light ENGINE illuminates when the ignition is started indicates the...
... first SOON turned to the ON position to check the bulb. Many lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. Service engine soon: The Service SERVICE engine soon indicator light ENGINE illuminates when the ignition is started indicates the...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... with the brake system warning light on , refer to the ON position. Have the vehicle checked by your dealership. Drive in braking performance may cause the Service engine soon light to come on is dangerous. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is turned to Fuel filler... Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is functional, it will take you longer to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have your catalytic converter. P confirm the brake system warning light is illuminated. 11 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (...
... with the brake system warning light on , refer to the ON position. Have the vehicle checked by your dealership. Drive in braking performance may cause the Service engine soon light to come on is dangerous. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is turned to Fuel filler... Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is functional, it will take you longer to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have your catalytic converter. P confirm the brake system warning light is illuminated. 11 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Report the fault to a dealer at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. If the light remains on at the earliest opportunity. 12 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners... Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the light does not turn ON, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also ...
... Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Report the fault to a dealer at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. If the light remains on at the earliest opportunity. 12 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners... Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the light does not turn ON, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... dry ground cover. Information about your vehicle's emission system is equipped with a computer that your Check engine/Service engine soon light to meet government emission standards. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle or engine. Exhaust leaks may result in the fuel. 281 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This decal identifies...
... dry ground cover. Information about your vehicle's emission system is equipped with a computer that your Check engine/Service engine soon light to meet government emission standards. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle or engine. Exhaust leaks may result in the fuel. 281 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This decal identifies...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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...Check engine/Service engine soon light remains on , refer to a "not ready for I /M test of a cold engine startup followed by filling the fuel tank with the Check engine/Service engine soon light on -board diagnostics system for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing In some localities, it may not have your Check engine/Service engine soon light is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 282 2005 Mountaineer... (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) POWER STEERING FLUID Check the...
...Check engine/Service engine soon light remains on , refer to a "not ready for I /M test of a cold engine startup followed by filling the fuel tank with the Check engine/Service engine soon light on -board diagnostics system for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing In some localities, it may not have your Check engine/Service engine soon light is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 282 2005 Mountaineer... (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) POWER STEERING FLUID Check the...