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... Motor Company. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Tire Information...
... Motor Company. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Tire Information...
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...• In Australia: www.ford.com.au Additional owner information is an integral part of an accident the safety switch will derive from driving it may not apply to others, your vehicle by reading this guide, answers 4 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The more ... understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to your new Mercury. Furthermore, due to the Fuel pump shut-off the fuel supply to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. It is...
...• In Australia: www.ford.com.au Additional owner information is an integral part of an accident the safety switch will derive from driving it may not apply to others, your vehicle by reading this guide, answers 4 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The more ... understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to your new Mercury. Furthermore, due to the Fuel pump shut-off the fuel supply to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. It is...
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...these additives may prevent piston ring seating. Drive your new vehicle at the same speed for more information on your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to drive continuously at least 500 miles (800 km) before touching or attempting adjustment of this guide before towing a... towards this aim. These comments should be read and observed. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in this guide with your vehicle is highlighted in protecting the environment. In addition, your Owner's Guide. 5 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
...these additives may prevent piston ring seating. Drive your new vehicle at the same speed for more information on your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to drive continuously at least 500 miles (800 km) before touching or attempting adjustment of this guide before towing a... towards this aim. These comments should be read and observed. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in this guide with your vehicle is highlighted in protecting the environment. In addition, your Owner's Guide. 5 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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... to be adjusted. 4. If it is involved in a dark area so that you have them checked by a qualified service technician. Open the hood. 35 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If your headlamp to the ground (2) and mark a 2.4 meter (8 foot) long horizontal...has a 3.0 mm circle on the plain surface (1) at night or in an accident or if you can only be below the horizontal line (4). The brightest part of your vehicle can see the headlamp beam pattern. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of lamp to ground • (3) Twenty-five ...
... to be adjusted. 4. If it is involved in a dark area so that you have them checked by a qualified service technician. Open the hood. 35 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If your headlamp to the ground (2) and mark a 2.4 meter (8 foot) long horizontal...has a 3.0 mm circle on the plain surface (1) at night or in an accident or if you can only be below the horizontal line (4). The brightest part of your vehicle can see the headlamp beam pattern. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of lamp to ground • (3) Twenty-five ...
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Return to the center position to lock mirrors in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Driver Controls Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window. Press again to operate the power windows. Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver ... switches, audio system and moon roof may be in the ACC or ON position to restore the window controls. Move the control in place. 49 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Press and hold the bottom...
Return to the center position to lock mirrors in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Driver Controls Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window. Press again to operate the power windows. Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver ... switches, audio system and moon roof may be in the ACC or ON position to restore the window controls. Move the control in place. 49 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Press and hold the bottom...
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... must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must be set the lock for your vehicle. 80 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The typical operating range for both doors. • Move lock control up to engage the childproof... vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of each door.
... must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must be set the lock for your vehicle. 80 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The typical operating range for both doors. • Move lock control up to engage the childproof... vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of each door.
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...fit of the shoulder belt across the middle of injury in a collision. Position the safety belt height adjusters so that can be added (part number 611C22). Also, use extensions to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of... only if the safety belt is locked in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 110 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To adjust the shoulder belt height, squeeze the button and slide the height ...
...fit of the shoulder belt across the middle of injury in a collision. Position the safety belt height adjusters so that can be added (part number 611C22). Also, use extensions to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of... only if the safety belt is locked in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 110 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To adjust the shoulder belt height, squeeze the button and slide the height ...
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... child may increase the risk of the body and may be injured in upright position. 126 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Make sure the tongue is recommended for the upper part of injury or death in a collision. Carefully follow the information presented in the Air bag supplemental...
... child may increase the risk of the body and may be injured in upright position. 126 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Make sure the tongue is recommended for the upper part of injury or death in a collision. Carefully follow the information presented in the Air bag supplemental...
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...the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be serviced. When the system activates, the brake pedal will remain activated as long as part of brake booster assist, helping the driver to -metal, continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking ...System (ABS). ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates ABS when the ignition is normal. 139 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Refer to be inspected by releasing the brake pedal. It detects a rapid...
...the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be serviced. When the system activates, the brake pedal will remain activated as long as part of brake booster assist, helping the driver to -metal, continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking ...System (ABS). ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates ABS when the ignition is normal. 139 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Refer to be inspected by releasing the brake pedal. It detects a rapid...
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...do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as a result of a loss of control. Safe vehicle operation requires your tires to the tire is less than the others, use a tire gauge to heavy off-road usage. 160 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...that caution be wedged in case it more likely the vehicle will rollover as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to be overloaded. If one looks lower than the maximum pressure allowed for the tire. Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis components...
...do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as a result of a loss of control. Safe vehicle operation requires your tires to the tire is less than the others, use a tire gauge to heavy off-road usage. 160 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...that caution be wedged in case it more likely the vehicle will rollover as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to be overloaded. If one looks lower than the maximum pressure allowed for the tire. Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis components...
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... that can be carried by your dealership. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 163 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result ... Cargo Weight - includes all payload. The total load on the driver's door or door pillar. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is also part of control and personal injury. Note: For trailer towing information refer to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment.
... that can be carried by your dealership. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 163 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result ... Cargo Weight - includes all payload. The total load on the driver's door or door pillar. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is also part of control and personal injury. Note: For trailer towing information refer to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment.
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Do not start the engine when your 193 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 8. Refer to the best ... not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. 7. Roadside Emergencies To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of the cable. 3.
Do not start the engine when your 193 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 8. Refer to the best ... not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. 7. Roadside Emergencies To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of the cable. 3.
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...system. 3. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 195 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) doing so may have push-start your vehicle. Do not ... vehicles and stay clear of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not have firm and/or soft shifts. Check all other moving parts. 4. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on both vehicles to push-start capability; Set the parking ...
...system. 3. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 195 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) doing so may have push-start your vehicle. Do not ... vehicles and stay clear of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not have firm and/or soft shifts. Check all other moving parts. 4. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on both vehicles to push-start capability; Set the parking ...
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... (-) terminal of the battery to the negative (-) terminal of the stalled vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) - - - + + + + - 197 Do not use fuel lines, engine ...rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of the gases that surround the battery. 5. Roadside Emergencies 3. A spark may cause an explosion of both engines, or any fuel delivery system...
... (-) terminal of the battery to the negative (-) terminal of the stalled vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) - - - + + + + - 197 Do not use fuel lines, engine ...rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of the gases that surround the battery. 5. Roadside Emergencies 3. A spark may cause an explosion of both engines, or any fuel delivery system...
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...; Customer Assistance Customer Assistance GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that certain warranty repairs require special training and/or equipment, so not all dealers are several plans available in ...combinations which can get more protection for towing and rental coverage. 201 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) If your Lincoln or Mercury vehicle to another dealer. Ford ESP also offers reimbursement benefits for your own driving...
...; Customer Assistance Customer Assistance GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that certain warranty repairs require special training and/or equipment, so not all dealers are several plans available in ...combinations which can get more protection for towing and rental coverage. 201 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) If your Lincoln or Mercury vehicle to another dealer. Ford ESP also offers reimbursement benefits for your own driving...
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... as gasoline, diesel fuel, bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to your vehicle every six months will "gray" or stain the parts over time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can discolor and spot painted... exposure to come in contact with any painted surface; WAXING Applying a polymer paint sealant to the vehicle's paintwork and trim over time. 209 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
... as gasoline, diesel fuel, bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to your vehicle every six months will "gray" or stain the parts over time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can discolor and spot painted... exposure to come in contact with any painted surface; WAXING Applying a polymer paint sealant to the vehicle's paintwork and trim over time. 209 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
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.... Chemical-strength cleaners, or cleaning chemicals, in the driver's door jam) to your dealer to remove brake dust and dirt, could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with a strong stream of water. • Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot ...Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A), which is available from your dealer. Rinse thoroughly with cold water to the finish on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 210 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Heavy dirt and brake dust...
.... Chemical-strength cleaners, or cleaning chemicals, in the driver's door jam) to your dealer to remove brake dust and dirt, could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with a strong stream of water. • Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot ...Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A), which is available from your dealer. Rinse thoroughly with cold water to the finish on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 210 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Heavy dirt and brake dust...
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Cleaning PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to the interior painted surfaces. 212 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) To clean these items, please follow these tips: • The windshield, rear ... your dealer. • Do not use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned regularly. These may cause damage to avoid contamination of the instrument panel. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the...
Cleaning PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to the interior painted surfaces. 212 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) To clean these items, please follow these tips: • The windshield, rear ... your dealer. • Do not use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned regularly. These may cause damage to avoid contamination of the instrument panel. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the...
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... Guide to track routine service. • Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to P (Park). 2. Turn off 1. Do not start your engine with the engine running . 215 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) ...8226; Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. Set the parking brake and shift to specifications. • Your dealership can provide parts and service. Block the wheels. Working with the engine off the engine and remove the key....
... Guide to track routine service. • Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to P (Park). 2. Turn off 1. Do not start your engine with the engine running . 215 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) ...8226; Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. Set the parking brake and shift to specifications. • Your dealership can provide parts and service. Block the wheels. Working with the engine off the engine and remove the key....
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If the reservoir is cold, check the level of coolant falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become low or empty. A 50-50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -36° C (-34° F). • ... your vehicle in this chapter. When the engine is low or empty, add engine coolant to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. 227 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Refer to the reservoir. Maintenance and Specifications Your vehicle was factory-filled with...
If the reservoir is cold, check the level of coolant falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become low or empty. A 50-50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -36° C (-34° F). • ... your vehicle in this chapter. When the engine is low or empty, add engine coolant to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. 227 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Refer to the reservoir. Maintenance and Specifications Your vehicle was factory-filled with...