fluid Mercury Mariner Hybrid 2007 s Owner's Guide

Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important that you have
the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify any
potential issue before there are any problems. Ford Motor Company
suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every
scheduled maintenance as the way to ensure your vehicle keeps running
right.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG
The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule is
presented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptions
noted.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON THE WEB
To learn more about the importance of routine and dealer-performed
maintenance on your vehicle, please visit the Ford Customer Service Web
Check every six months
❑Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function❑Check that externally mounted spare tire is properly stowed (tight)
❑Check parking brake for proper operation
❑Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation
❑Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
❑Check low voltage (underhood) battery connections and clean if necessary
❑Check washer spray, wiper operation and clean all wiper blades (replace as necessary)
❑Check and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks. Inspect for correct operation
❑Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. Inspect for excessive wear
❑Check and clean body and door drain holes. Inspect for clogs and obstructions
Multi-point inspection - Recommended at every visit
❑Check and top up fluid levels: brake, engine coolant recovery reservoir, motor/electronics reservoir and window washer.❑Inspect tires for wear and correct air pressure.
❑Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign materials.
❑Check low voltage (underhood) battery performance.
❑Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights.
❑Check radiator, coolers and heater and air conditioning hoses.
❑Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation.
❑Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting.
❑Inspect for oil and fluid leaks.
❑Inspect engine air cleaner filter and elements.
❑Inspect half-shaft dust boots.
❑Check shocks, struts and other suspension components for leaks and damage.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................86
Air cleaner filter ...............291–293
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................141, 150, 153
and child safety seats ............143
description ..............141, 150, 153
disposal ....................................156
driver airbag ............143, 151, 154
indicator light .........149, 152, 155
operation .................143, 151, 154
passenger airbag .....143, 151, 154
side airbag ...............................150
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................211
Ambulance packages ..................10
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................202–203
Anti-theft system ..............114, 117
arming the system ..................117
disarming a triggered
system .....................................118
triggering .................................118
Audio system (see Radio) .........20
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................289
fluid, checking ........................289
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................207
fluid, refill capacities ..............295
fluid, specification ..................295
Auxiliary power point .................84
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........295
refill capacities ........................295
B
Battery .......................................270acid, treating emergencies .....270
jumping a disabled
battery .............................240, 244
maintenance-free ....................270
replacement, specifications ...293
servicing ..................................270
BeltMinder .................................137
Brakes ........................................202
anti-lock ...........................202–203
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................203
fluid, checking and adding ....288
fluid, refill capacities ..............295
fluid, specifications .................295
lubricant specifications ..........295
parking ....................................204
shift interlock ..........................206
Bulbs ............................................77
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....295
Cargo area shade ......................102
Cell phone use ............................11
Child safety restraints ..............157
child safety belts ....................157
Child safety seats ......................160
attaching with tether straps ..164
in front seat ............................161
in rear seat ..............................161
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............256
instrument panel ....................258
interior .....................................259
interior trim ............................259
plastic parts ............................257
washing ....................................255
waxing .....................................255
wheels ......................................256
wiper blades ............................257
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Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............69
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .......................23, 27
Console ........................................84
Controls
power seat ...............................120
Coolant
checking and adding ......272–274
refill capacities ................277, 295
specifications ..........................295
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................88
Customer Assistance ................218
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................252
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................253
Getting roadside assistance ...218
Getting the service you
need .........................................248
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................253
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................251
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................73
Defrost
rear window ..............................70
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................289
engine oil .................................267
Driving under special
conditions ..................208, 213, 215sand .........................................214
snow and ice ...........................216
through water .................214, 217
E
Electronic message center .........92
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..................240, 244
Emission control system ..........285
Engine ........................................297
cleaning ...................................256
idle speed control ...................270
lubrication specifications .......295
refill capacities ........................295
service points ..........................265
Engine block heater .................202
Engine oil ..................................267
checking and adding ..............267
dipstick ....................................267
filter, specifications ........269, 293
recommendations ...................269
refill capacities ........................295
specifications ..........................295
Exhaust fumes ..........................201
F
Fluid capacities .........................295
Foglamps .....................................73
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................211
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................205
Fuel ............................................278
calculating fuel
economy ............................93, 283
cap ...........................................280
capacity ...................................295
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Liftgate ......................................101
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........203
Load limits .................................188
Loading instructions .................194
Locks
autolock ...................................106
childproof ................................108
Lubricant specifications ...........295
Lug nuts ....................................239
Luggage rack .............................103
M
Manual transmission
fluid capacities ........................295
lubricant specifications ..........295
Message center ...........................92
english/metric button ...............95
system check button ................94
warning messages .....................95
Mirrors .........................................87
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................87
fold away ...................................87
heated ........................................88
side view mirrors (power) .......87
Moon roof ....................................91
Motorcraft parts ........260, 278, 293
N
Navigation system .......................30
quick start .................................35
radio functions ..........................40
setting the clock .......................66
O
Octane rating ............................282Oil (see Engine oil) ..................267
P
Parking brake ............................204
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....293
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................129
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................225
Power door locks ......................105
Power mirrors .............................87
Power point .................................84
Power steering ..........................204
Power Windows ...........................85
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................205
R
Radio ............................................20
Rear window defroster ...............70
Relays ........................................221
Remote entry system ...............108
illuminated entry ............112–113
locking/unlocking
doors ................................105, 109
panic alarm .............................110
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................111
replacing the batteries ...........110
Reverse sensing system ...........208
Roadside assistance ..................218
Roof rack ...................................103
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........136
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Transmission .............................206
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....206
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................289
fluid, refill capacities ..............295
lubricant specifications ..........295
Turn signal ..................................75
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................298
Vehicle loading ..........................188
Ventilating your vehicle ...........202
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......14Washer fluid
..............................266
Water, Driving through
.............217
Windows
power
.........................................85
rear wiper/washer
.....................83
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid
.....266
liftgate reservoir
.....................266
operation
...................................82
replacing wiper blades
...........267
Wrecker towing
.........................247
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