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Table of Contents Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 70 70 70 71 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 79 79 83 94 102 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing 112 112 116 119 120 129 130 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 134 134 135 135 136 142 145 151 2
Table of Contents Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 70 70 70 71 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 79 79 83 94 102 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing 112 112 116 119 120 129 130 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 134 134 135 135 136 142 145 151 2
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Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company 3 Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. only) 152 160 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications ... capacities Lubricant specifications 161 167 170 172 175 182 198 199 200 Accessories Index 204 207 All rights reserved. Table of Contents Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part...
Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company 3 Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. only) 152 160 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications ... capacities Lubricant specifications 161 167 170 172 175 182 198 199 200 Accessories Index 204 207 All rights reserved. Table of Contents Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part...
Owner's Manual
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For more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it may describe options before they are generally available. Remember to get well acquainted with your vehicle by ..., some of its products visit the following warning may not apply to your particular vehicle. Please take the time to pass on acquiring your new Mercury. This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may be required by reading this handbook. It...
For more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it may describe options before they are generally available. Remember to get well acquainted with your vehicle by ..., some of its products visit the following warning may not apply to your particular vehicle. Please take the time to pass on acquiring your new Mercury. This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may be required by reading this handbook. It...
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...contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. Introduction Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter. These comments should be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when ...parking). To reset the switch, refer to others, your vehicle When you see this guide, answers to the engine. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of this guide How can also be read and observed...
...contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. Introduction Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter. These comments should be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when ...parking). To reset the switch, refer to others, your vehicle When you see this guide, answers to the engine. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of this guide How can also be read and observed...
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... Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to you along with the tree symbol. In addition, your Owner's Guide. 6 Information in this respect is provided to -Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. During the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are...
... Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to you along with the tree symbol. In addition, your Owner's Guide. 6 Information in this respect is provided to -Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. During the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are...
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...can cause malfunctions of a passenger side air bag. By referring to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. mobile telephone without exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are different ... mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should observe the instructions of the equipment manufacturers. Introduction Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle. Failure to the pages in front of the vehicle electronics.
...can cause malfunctions of a passenger side air bag. By referring to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. mobile telephone without exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are different ... mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should observe the instructions of the equipment manufacturers. Introduction Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle. Failure to the pages in front of the vehicle electronics.
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Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Child Seat Child Seat Tether Anchorage Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Power Windows Front/Rear Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8
Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Child Seat Child Seat Tether Anchorage Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Power Windows Front/Rear Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Jack Low tire warning 9
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Jack Low tire warning 9
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... on adding engine coolant, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. If this lamp remains on , have your safety belts. Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Charging system Illuminates when the battery is low ...specifications chapter. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on , have the system serviced immediately. Instrument Cluster Safety belt Illuminates to remind you to fasten your vehicle serviced immediately. 12 Air bag readiness Illuminates to be restricted. Check the oil ...
... on adding engine coolant, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. If this lamp remains on , have your safety belts. Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Charging system Illuminates when the battery is low ...specifications chapter. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on , have the system serviced immediately. Instrument Cluster Safety belt Illuminates to remind you to fasten your vehicle serviced immediately. 12 Air bag readiness Illuminates to be restricted. Check the oil ...
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...any door or liftgate is low. Low washer fluid Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is open. Safety belt warning chime Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts. Have the supplemental restraint system inspected immediately. The red light warns of an increased danger of ...Cluster Danger of ice warning Illuminates when ambient air temperature is opened. 15 BeltMinder chime Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts. The absence of a light in the supplemental restraint system (front or side airbags) has been detected. Headlamps on warning ...
...any door or liftgate is low. Low washer fluid Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is open. Safety belt warning chime Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts. Have the supplemental restraint system inspected immediately. The red light warns of an increased danger of ...Cluster Danger of ice warning Illuminates when ambient air temperature is opened. 15 BeltMinder chime Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts. The absence of a light in the supplemental restraint system (front or side airbags) has been detected. Headlamps on warning ...
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... is moving. Always drive and ride with head restraints which could prevent the engagement of injuring people in the collar around the stem. Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Adjustable head restraints (if equipped) Your vehicle's seats may be equipped with your head or as close to that it to reduce the...
... is moving. Always drive and ride with head restraints which could prevent the engagement of injuring people in the collar around the stem. Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Adjustable head restraints (if equipped) Your vehicle's seats may be equipped with your head or as close to that it to reduce the...
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Pull the lever located under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of the seat to move the seat forward or backward. Seating and Safety Restraints Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the front edge of a collision. To recline the seat, pull the lever on the outside of the seat. 80
Pull the lever located under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of the seat to move the seat forward or backward. Seating and Safety Restraints Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the front edge of a collision. To recline the seat, pull the lever on the outside of the seat. 80
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Rock the seat to ensure that the catch is located on the outside of the seatback. The control is securely engaged. Fold back the seatback until it locks with a distinct "click" and slide the seat backwards until it locks in position. Adjusting the power seats (if equipped) To adjust the height of the seat, push the control up or down. Seating and Safety Restraints To lean the seatback forward, pull the lever on the left front corner of the seat. 81
Rock the seat to ensure that the catch is located on the outside of the seatback. The control is securely engaged. Fold back the seatback until it locks with a distinct "click" and slide the seat backwards until it locks in position. Adjusting the power seats (if equipped) To adjust the height of the seat, push the control up or down. Seating and Safety Restraints To lean the seatback forward, pull the lever on the left front corner of the seat. 81
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... when closing liftgate. Adjust the lumbar support FOLDING REAR SEATS To avoid injury to adjust the seat, seat back and lumbar as follows: 1. Seating and Safety Restraints To adjust the power seat, move the control located on the left front corner of the seat. Move the seat forward and backward 2.
... when closing liftgate. Adjust the lumbar support FOLDING REAR SEATS To avoid injury to adjust the seat, seat back and lumbar as follows: 1. Seating and Safety Restraints To adjust the power seat, move the control located on the left front corner of the seat. Move the seat forward and backward 2.
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To reduce the risk of objects that would prevent proper engagement. Seating and Safety Restraints To raise the rear seatback, push the seatback upward until it is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. ... while the vehicle is not equipped with your vehicle is provided. Make sure it locks in a seat and using a safety belt properly. 83 SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with seats and safety belts. Do not allow people to see that is moving. Never let a passenger hold a child on it. All...
To reduce the risk of objects that would prevent proper engagement. Seating and Safety Restraints To raise the rear seatback, push the seatback upward until it is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. ... while the vehicle is not equipped with your vehicle is provided. Make sure it locks in a seat and using a safety belt properly. 83 SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with seats and safety belts. Do not allow people to see that is moving. Never let a passenger hold a child on it. All...
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... in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. In the event of a collision resulting in the event of a collision. The safety restraints in the buckle until you hear it snap and feel it lock. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to die than a person wearing... a safety belt. The front and rear seat passenger safety belts have two types of the front air bags, the front safety belts must be replaced. Combination lap and shoulder belt To fasten, insert the tongue into the...
... in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. In the event of a collision resulting in the event of a collision. The safety restraints in the buckle until you hear it snap and feel it lock. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to die than a person wearing... a safety belt. The front and rear seat passenger safety belts have two types of the front air bags, the front safety belts must be replaced. Combination lap and shoulder belt To fasten, insert the tongue into the...
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...in the event of a head-on the occupant's chest. Seating and Safety Restraints Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one person. Never swing the safety belt around your movements and locking in a controlled manner. This feature ...of the driver and passengers. 85 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never use a single belt for more , the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce the belt force acting on collision. • This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that are designed to...
...in the event of a head-on the occupant's chest. Seating and Safety Restraints Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one person. Never swing the safety belt around your movements and locking in a controlled manner. This feature ...of the driver and passengers. 85 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never use a single belt for more , the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce the belt force acting on collision. • This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that are designed to...
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The automatic locking mode is extracted. • Allow the belt to retract. The belt will hear a clicking sound. Seating and Safety Restraints Automatic locking mode How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and... pull downward until the entire belt is not available on the driver safety belt. 86 In this mode, the shoulder belt is now in the shoulder belt. As the belt retracts, you will still retract to remove any...
The automatic locking mode is extracted. • Allow the belt to retract. The belt will hear a clicking sound. Seating and Safety Restraints Automatic locking mode How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and... pull downward until the entire belt is not available on the driver safety belt. 86 In this mode, the shoulder belt is now in the shoulder belt. As the belt retracts, you will still retract to remove any...
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...after any other seat belt function is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position (if equipped). How to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly "automatic locking ...and allow it to retract completely to the procedures in Workshop Manual. After any vehicle collision, the seat belt system at all safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is still functioning properly. Failure to...
...after any other seat belt function is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position (if equipped). How to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly "automatic locking ...and allow it to retract completely to the procedures in Workshop Manual. After any vehicle collision, the seat belt system at all safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is still functioning properly. Failure to...
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... and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. Slide the seat belt loop upwards. 2. The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off . Push the release control lever down . Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The seat belt warning light illuminates in place. To raise... the height of the shoulder belt: 4. Seating and Safety Restraints Front safety belt height adjustment To lower the height of the shoulder belt: 1. Conditions of your shoulder. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off . 88 Slide the seat belt loop...
... and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. Slide the seat belt loop upwards. 2. The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off . Push the release control lever down . Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The seat belt warning light illuminates in place. To raise... the height of the shoulder belt: 4. Seating and Safety Restraints Front safety belt height adjustment To lower the height of the shoulder belt: 1. Conditions of your shoulder. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off . 88 Slide the seat belt loop...