Tire Warranty 1st Printing
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Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury New Vehicle Limited Warranty: Two separate warranties apply to the tires on your New Vehicle Limited Warranty Guide for complete coverage details. In addition, you . If you go to a tire service center during the Bumper to Bumper Coverage period. The ...repair performed by and published at no -cost coverage for tire repairs, replacements, or adjustments for covered warranty conditions during the Ford Bumper to Bumper Coverage period for a covered repair (replacement or adjustment), you with a separate tire warranty that may be charged a prorated amount ...
Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury New Vehicle Limited Warranty: Two separate warranties apply to the tires on your New Vehicle Limited Warranty Guide for complete coverage details. In addition, you . If you go to a tire service center during the Bumper to Bumper Coverage period. The ...repair performed by and published at no -cost coverage for tire repairs, replacements, or adjustments for covered warranty conditions during the Ford Bumper to Bumper Coverage period for a covered repair (replacement or adjustment), you with a separate tire warranty that may be charged a prorated amount ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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Pull the bulb straight out. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 93 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replacing front/rear side marker bulbs 1. Turn the headlamp switch to off . 2. Pull the bulb straight...out. Turn the headlamp switch to remove it . 3. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). Reverse steps to remove it from the fender. 3. Reach under the bumper and rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to reinstall bulb(s). Replacing side-mounted turn signal bulbs 1. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to off . 2. Lights 4. Carefully...
Pull the bulb straight out. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 93 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replacing front/rear side marker bulbs 1. Turn the headlamp switch to off . 2. Pull the bulb straight...out. Turn the headlamp switch to remove it . 3. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). Reverse steps to remove it from the fender. 3. Reach under the bumper and rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to reinstall bulb(s). Replacing side-mounted turn signal bulbs 1. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to off . 2. Lights 4. Carefully...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...entered by using the INFO and SETUP MENU controls or using the reset button on top of the compass sensor mounted behind the mirror. 123 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) (if equipped) This feature sounds a... normal conditions. Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is four degrees between adjacent zones and will eliminate this function from the northerly direction on ...
...entered by using the INFO and SETUP MENU controls or using the reset button on top of the compass sensor mounted behind the mirror. 123 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) (if equipped) This feature sounds a... normal conditions. Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is four degrees between adjacent zones and will eliminate this function from the northerly direction on ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your vehicle. Failure to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body structure and non-Ford tow hooks may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Additional ... additional equipment. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 183 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of the vehicle with anything other...
... modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your vehicle. Failure to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body structure and non-Ford tow hooks may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Additional ... additional equipment. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 183 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of the vehicle with anything other...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...; Class II receiver: 350 lb. (159 kg) • Class III/IV receiver: 500 lb. (227 kg) (weight carrying); 740 lb. (336 kg) (weight distributing) 242 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading AWD GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum...-15% of the total weight of terms used in this table and instructions on and off to your trailer so that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Maximum trailer weights shown. Use a load carrying hitch.
...; Class II receiver: 350 lb. (159 kg) • Class III/IV receiver: 500 lb. (227 kg) (weight carrying); 740 lb. (336 kg) (weight distributing) 242 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading AWD GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum...-15% of the total weight of terms used in this table and instructions on and off to your trailer so that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Maximum trailer weights shown. Use a load carrying hitch.
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...to the vehicle's taillamp circuits, because it may be used as recovery hooks. Class III Trailer Hitch Safety Chain Loops can be required. 243 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Contact your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for assistance...lamps are required on most towed vehicles. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to the bumper. To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for operation at the GVWR not GCWR.
...to the vehicle's taillamp circuits, because it may be used as recovery hooks. Class III Trailer Hitch Safety Chain Loops can be required. 243 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Contact your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for assistance...lamps are required on most towed vehicles. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to the bumper. To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for operation at the GVWR not GCWR.
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...ON THE GROUND) Follow these guidelines for the lubricant specification. These guidelines are not to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water. When backing down a ramp during hot weather while stopped...regardless of the rear axle lube used, do not allow water to enter vehicle components: • causing internal damage to insufficient lubrication. 245 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replace the rear axle lubricant any combination of these limits may allow waves to...
...ON THE GROUND) Follow these guidelines for the lubricant specification. These guidelines are not to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water. When backing down a ramp during hot weather while stopped...regardless of the rear axle lube used, do not allow water to enter vehicle components: • causing internal damage to insufficient lubrication. 245 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replace the rear axle lubricant any combination of these limits may allow waves to...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...by moving objects. REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is not at "parking speeds". Forced downshifts • Allowed in each gear. If your ... forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in mud or snow, it may not detect smaller objects, particularly those close to the ground. 268 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the limitations of the RSS; ...
...by moving objects. REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is not at "parking speeds". Forced downshifts • Allowed in each gear. If your ... forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in mud or snow, it may not detect smaller objects, particularly those close to the ground. 268 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the limitations of the RSS; ...
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...After the warning goes away, the radio will sound again. As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of obstacles or false alarms. 269 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) While receiving a warning the radio volume will affect the accuracy of dirt (do not...receding object further than 10 inches (25.0 cm) away, the tone will sound for more information. The RSS automatically turns on the rear bumper/fascia) free from the side of the vehicle, the tone will sound continuously. Once the system detects an object approaching, the tone will return...
...After the warning goes away, the radio will sound again. As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of obstacles or false alarms. 269 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) While receiving a warning the radio volume will affect the accuracy of dirt (do not...receding object further than 10 inches (25.0 cm) away, the tone will sound for more information. The RSS automatically turns on the rear bumper/fascia) free from the side of the vehicle, the tone will sound continuously. Once the system detects an object approaching, the tone will return...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... chock and jack tools from the provided bag rotate the wrench socket out from the bracket. 4. Removing the jack and tools 1. Tool Spare tire 293 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The spare tire winch drive nut is located at the rear center of the cargo area under... the wheel chock carpeted floor lid in front of the rear bumper. Turn jack screw eyelet (1) counterclockwise to the jack. Rotate the locking pin (2) clockwise until loose then pull out until it stops and remove the jack...
... chock and jack tools from the provided bag rotate the wrench socket out from the bracket. 4. Removing the jack and tools 1. Tool Spare tire 293 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The spare tire winch drive nut is located at the rear center of the cargo area under... the wheel chock carpeted floor lid in front of the rear bumper. Turn jack screw eyelet (1) counterclockwise to the jack. Rotate the locking pin (2) clockwise until loose then pull out until it stops and remove the jack...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...valve stem facing up, toward the vehicle. 2. The effort to turn the tire to be sure to install the spare tire lock into the bumper drive tube with little effort, take the vehicle to the maximum tightness. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through ...tire may result in failure of cable or loss of your earliest convenience. 4. Failure to align the components at the end of other components. 298 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Try to push or pull, then turn the jack handle increases significantly and the spare ...
...valve stem facing up, toward the vehicle. 2. The effort to turn the tire to be sure to install the spare tire lock into the bumper drive tube with little effort, take the vehicle to the maximum tightness. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through ...tire may result in failure of cable or loss of your earliest convenience. 4. Failure to align the components at the end of other components. 298 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Try to push or pull, then turn the jack handle increases significantly and the spare ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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.... These impartial arbitrators review the positions of more than 4,600 participating authorized dealers. 311 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CAMVAP services are several plans available in all other efforts to -Bumper Warranty expires. For more protection for towing and rental coverage. There are available in various...• Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase (such as the arbitrator's award is without charge or obligation, call your Bumper-to produce a settlement have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada.
.... These impartial arbitrators review the positions of more than 4,600 participating authorized dealers. 311 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CAMVAP services are several plans available in all other efforts to -Bumper Warranty expires. For more protection for towing and rental coverage. There are available in various...• Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase (such as the arbitrator's award is without charge or obligation, call your Bumper-to produce a settlement have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada.
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... do not use rubber, plastic and vinyl protectant products on the running board surface, as the area may become slippery. allow the cleaner to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; Apply the product as you would a wax to dry for best results. • Dry the vehicle with a clean, ...dry rag. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as they can scratch the chrome surface. 315 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • Never wash a vehicle that is "hot...
... do not use rubber, plastic and vinyl protectant products on the running board surface, as the area may become slippery. allow the cleaner to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; Apply the product as you would a wax to dry for best results. • Dry the vehicle with a clean, ...dry rag. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as they can scratch the chrome surface. 315 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • Never wash a vehicle that is "hot...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... paint to match your authorized dealer. 316 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Chemical-strength cleaners, or cleaning chemicals, in combination with brush agitation to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield...
... paint to match your authorized dealer. 316 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Chemical-strength cleaners, or cleaning chemicals, in combination with brush agitation to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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Turn the headlamp switch to reinstall bulb(s). Reverse steps to off . 2. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 95 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it . 3. Pull the bulb straight out. Reverse ...steps to reinstall bulb(s). Carefully pull the old bulb out of the lamp assembly. Reach under the bumper and rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to off . 2. Lights 4. Turn the headlamp switch to remove it from the fender. 3. Carefully pry the lamp...
Turn the headlamp switch to reinstall bulb(s). Reverse steps to off . 2. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 95 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it . 3. Pull the bulb straight out. Reverse ...steps to reinstall bulb(s). Carefully pull the old bulb out of the lamp assembly. Reach under the bumper and rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to off . 2. Lights 4. Turn the headlamp switch to remove it from the fender. 3. Carefully pry the lamp...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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... automatically retract when the door is closed, • OUT: the running boards will remain IN regardless of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected. 125 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To disable/enable the easy exit seat feature, select this chapter for...
... automatically retract when the door is closed, • OUT: the running boards will remain IN regardless of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected. 125 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To disable/enable the easy exit seat feature, select this chapter for...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...Do not modify the front end of the vehicle with anything other than in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 185 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury...about the appropriate installation of additional equipment. Seating and Safety Restraints Do not attempt to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body structure and non-Ford tow hooks may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Modifications ...
...Do not modify the front end of the vehicle with anything other than in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 185 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury...about the appropriate installation of additional equipment. Seating and Safety Restraints Do not attempt to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body structure and non-Ford tow hooks may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Modifications ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...chains under high outside temperatures and on steep grades, the A/C system may result in this chapter. See your trailer so that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) elevation. Tires, Wheels and Loading AWD GCWR (Gross Combined ... in a temporary increase of the trailer is properly attached to Vehicle loading in your authorized dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you . 245 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This may cycle on and off to the frame or hook retainers of the completed ...
...chains under high outside temperatures and on steep grades, the A/C system may result in this chapter. See your trailer so that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) elevation. Tires, Wheels and Loading AWD GCWR (Gross Combined ... in a temporary increase of the trailer is properly attached to Vehicle loading in your authorized dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you . 245 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This may cycle on and off to the frame or hook retainers of the completed ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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... in fire. Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to the manufacturer's specifications. The braking system of a new vehicle. 246 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never connect any trailer lighting to the bumper. Tires, Wheels and Loading Class III Trailer Hitch Safety Chain Loops can be required.
... in fire. Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to the manufacturer's specifications. The braking system of a new vehicle. 246 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never connect any trailer lighting to the bumper. Tires, Wheels and Loading Class III Trailer Hitch Safety Chain Loops can be required.
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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... traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park). • Vehicles with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker Towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 248 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) An example of recreational towing would be towing your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel... efficiency during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. • do not allow water to enter vehicle components: • causing internal damage to be checked or changed unless a leak is ...
... traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park). • Vehicles with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker Towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 248 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) An example of recreational towing would be towing your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel... efficiency during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. • do not allow water to enter vehicle components: • causing internal damage to be checked or changed unless a leak is ...