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only) 215 223 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 ... 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 assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Jump...
only) 215 223 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 ... 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 assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Jump...
Owner's Manual
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... which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) A warning light may become serious enough to check the bulb. Many... exists with one of your catalytic converter. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could ...
... which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) A warning light may become serious enough to check the bulb. Many... exists with one of your catalytic converter. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could ...
Owner's Manual
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... BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is dangerous. ABS If the lamp stays on may occur. Normal braking is still functional ... If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on for more than a few seconds, then an ABS fault is illuminated. 11 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Continued driving with the brake system warning light on is turned to come on. Have the...
... BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is dangerous. ABS If the lamp stays on may occur. Normal braking is still functional ... If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on for more than a few seconds, then an ABS fault is illuminated. 11 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Continued driving with the brake system warning light on is turned to come on. Have the...
Owner's Manual
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...adjustment Perform compass calibration in a circle (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) until the CIRCLE SLWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to complete calibration. 5. Start the vehicle. 2. Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h). After 4 seconds ZONE IS SET will flash and then ... turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are winding, slippery or unpaved. 60 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Locate the reset button on the compass sensor mounted on the base of 30 mph...
...adjustment Perform compass calibration in a circle (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) until the CIRCLE SLWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to complete calibration. 5. Start the vehicle. 2. Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h). After 4 seconds ZONE IS SET will flash and then ... turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are winding, slippery or unpaved. 60 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Locate the reset button on the compass sensor mounted on the base of 30 mph...
Owner's Manual
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... key in case of an emergency. Power door lock/unlock inhibit feature As a theft deterrent, the power door lock controls can be turned on . 77 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. Always carry a spare key ... section later in the ignition and turn the ignition to the 3 (RUN) position. The horn will chirp two times and honk one time to start. This feature can be repeated. 1. Your keys are located on the door panel two times within 30 seconds or the procedure will lock all the...
... key in case of an emergency. Power door lock/unlock inhibit feature As a theft deterrent, the power door lock controls can be turned on . 77 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. Always carry a spare key ... section later in the ignition and turn the ignition to the 3 (RUN) position. The horn will chirp two times and honk one time to start. This feature can be repeated. 1. Your keys are located on the door panel two times within 30 seconds or the procedure will lock all the...
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... in this section), if the control on switching from locking yourself out of the doors , the liftgate and liftgate glass. Note: The interior lamps will start the arming process. One step door unlocking If the one step door unlocking, refer to Switching from the 3 (RUN) position to confirm the programming mode... lamps will deactivate. Smart unlocking feature The smart unlocking feature helps prevent you from two step to one step door unlocking feature is open. 78 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
... in this section), if the control on switching from locking yourself out of the doors , the liftgate and liftgate glass. Note: The interior lamps will start the arming process. One step door unlocking If the one step door unlocking, refer to Switching from the 3 (RUN) position to confirm the programming mode... lamps will deactivate. Smart unlocking feature The smart unlocking feature helps prevent you from two step to one step door unlocking feature is open. 78 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
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...will control is in this chapter. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 81 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium ...press the Press control again, turn lamps will only operate when the ignition is chirp twice and park/turn the ignition to the 3 (RUN) or 4 (START) position, or wait for the alarm to Perimeter alarm system (if equipped) later in the 1 (LOCK) or 2 (ACCESSORY) position. If any of the...
...will control is in this chapter. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 81 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium ...press the Press control again, turn lamps will only operate when the ignition is chirp twice and park/turn the ignition to the 3 (RUN) or 4 (START) position, or wait for the alarm to Perimeter alarm system (if equipped) later in the 1 (LOCK) or 2 (ACCESSORY) position. If any of the...
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Turn the key from the ignition. 83 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The doors will lock, then unlock, to start the procedure over again. 7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been exited. Put the key in the door ...
Turn the key from the ignition. 83 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) The doors will lock, then unlock, to start the procedure over again. 7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been exited. Put the key in the door ...
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...the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0 pads simultaneously to the 3 (RUN) position. You do not need to program the coded key. 85 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Locks and Security 2. Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; Anti-scan feature If an incorrect code...then press the 3 • 4 control within five seconds of completing Step 1. 3. Refer to Programming spare keys for two seconds to a "no-start" condition. additional coded keys may lead to erase the customer programmed codes. This system is used. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for...
...the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0 pads simultaneously to the 3 (RUN) position. You do not need to program the coded key. 85 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Locks and Security 2. Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; Anti-scan feature If an incorrect code...then press the 3 • 4 control within five seconds of completing Step 1. 3. Refer to Programming spare keys for two seconds to a "no-start" condition. additional coded keys may lead to erase the customer programmed codes. This system is used. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for...
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... is in the 3 (RUN) position, the theft indicator will glow for service. If a problem occurs with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of security protection. Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to indicate normal system functionality. Locks and Security Note: The SecuriLock passive ...objects on the same key chain may result in vehicle starting the engine. You need to an authorized dealer for 3 seconds, then turn the ignition off to the 3 (RUN) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. 86 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (...
... is in the 3 (RUN) position, the theft indicator will glow for service. If a problem occurs with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of security protection. Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to indicate normal system functionality. Locks and Security Note: The SecuriLock passive ...objects on the same key chain may result in vehicle starting the engine. You need to an authorized dealer for 3 seconds, then turn the ignition off to the 3 (RUN) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. 86 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (...
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... anti-theft problem with your vehicle. Turn the ignition from the 1 (LOCK) position to repeat Steps 1 through 5. you in troubleshooting. 88 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you may ...coded key into the ignition. 8. Turn the ignition to have the new key(s) programmed. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will start your dealer to the 1 (LOCK) position and remove the second previously programmed coded key from Step 1. Keep the ignition in the 3 (...
... anti-theft problem with your vehicle. Turn the ignition from the 1 (LOCK) position to repeat Steps 1 through 5. you in troubleshooting. 88 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you may ...coded key into the ignition. 8. Turn the ignition to have the new key(s) programmed. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will start your dealer to the 1 (LOCK) position and remove the second previously programmed coded key from Step 1. Keep the ignition in the 3 (...
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... the keypad. • Open the driver's door and press the power door lock control to be closed in the ignition to the 3 (RUN) or 4 (START) position. 89 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: The hood, doors and liftgate will flash to confirm the doors, liftgate and hood are...
... the keypad. • Open the driver's door and press the power door lock control to be closed in the ignition to the 3 (RUN) or 4 (START) position. 89 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: The hood, doors and liftgate will flash to confirm the doors, liftgate and hood are...
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... remain in an armed state. • Turning the key in the ignition to the 3 (RUN) or 4 (START) position. the • Press alarm will be disabled, but the vehicle will be a valid, programmed, coded key. 90 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: The key must be triggered if any...
... remain in an armed state. • Turning the key in the ignition to the 3 (RUN) or 4 (START) position. the • Press alarm will be disabled, but the vehicle will be a valid, programmed, coded key. 90 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Note: The key must be triggered if any...
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Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Ford Motor Company 111 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) As confirmation, the restraint system warning light will disable the BeltMinder feature for that seating position if ...
Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Ford Motor Company 111 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) As confirmation, the restraint system warning light will disable the BeltMinder feature for that seating position if ...
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... jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of your vehicle is only meant for the proper lug nut torque specification. 5 14. 2 151 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Position the jack according to fit under the vehicle while changing a tire. Replace the flat... tire with the lug nut wrench. 11. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel is facing outward. Do not start the engine when your body under the jacking notches. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. 12. Tires, Wheels and Loading ...
... jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of your vehicle is only meant for the proper lug nut torque specification. 5 14. 2 151 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Position the jack according to fit under the vehicle while changing a tire. Replace the flat... tire with the lug nut wrench. 11. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel is facing outward. Do not start the engine when your body under the jacking notches. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. 12. Tires, Wheels and Loading ...
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...point indicated on the speedometer. If a tire is more important. Have a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. A tire can explode in excess of all four wheels. 161 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Stop and inspect the tires for damage. Never spin the..., or you can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the highway. If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the...
...point indicated on the speedometer. If a tire is more important. Have a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. A tire can explode in excess of all four wheels. 161 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Stop and inspect the tires for damage. Never spin the..., or you can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the highway. If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the...
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...vehicle trailer combination. When backing down a long or steep hill, shift to the trailer after the trailer is suspected or repair required. 175 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Exceeding these limits may overheat and become less effective. • The trailer ... they may allow waves to get the feel of the rear bumper. Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before starting on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. Reconnect the wiring to a lower gear. When turning, make wider turns ...
...vehicle trailer combination. When backing down a long or steep hill, shift to the trailer after the trailer is suspected or repair required. 175 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Exceeding these limits may overheat and become less effective. • The trailer ... they may allow waves to get the feel of the rear bumper. Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before starting on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. Reconnect the wiring to a lower gear. When turning, make wider turns ...
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... produce very high temperatures in this chapter. Do not start your vehicle Engine starting the engine. Release the key as soon as the radio to start your vehicle in other enclosed areas. For more instructions. 177 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus... system, creating the risk of the ignition 1. Preparing to operate while the engine is in this chapter for more information on starting . When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before you 're driving. 4. LOCK, locks the gearshift lever and allows key...
... produce very high temperatures in this chapter. Do not start your vehicle Engine starting the engine. Release the key as soon as the radio to start your vehicle in other enclosed areas. For more instructions. 177 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus... system, creating the risk of the ignition 1. Preparing to operate while the engine is in this chapter for more information on starting . When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before you 're driving. 4. LOCK, locks the gearshift lever and allows key...
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..., refer to warm the engine. P R N D 2 1 178 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (RPM). Before starting the vehicle: 1. Driving If you smell exhaust fumes. Do not drive ...if you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal ...
..., refer to warm the engine. P R N D 2 1 178 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (RPM). Before starting the vehicle: 1. Driving If you smell exhaust fumes. Do not drive ...if you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal ...
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... engine 1. This condition may not illuminate. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) without turning the key to 4 (START). Driving 3. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) without turning the key to 4 (START). Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 179 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate...
... engine 1. This condition may not illuminate. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) without turning the key to 4 (START). Driving 3. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) without turning the key to 4 (START). Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 179 2005 Mercury Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate...