octane Mercury Mariner Hybrid 2007 Owner's Manuals

Octane recommendations
Your vehicle is designed to use
“Regular” unleaded gasoline with
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
We do not recommend the use of
gasolines labeled as “Regular” that
are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas.
Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if
it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel
with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to
prevent any engine damage.
Fuel quality
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability
problems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. “Premium”
unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed to use
“Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems to
become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized
dealer.
Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. It
should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel
tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane
rating. These products have not been approved for your engine and
could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of
using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your
warranty.
Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-wide Fuel Charter
that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved
performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.
Gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be used when
available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the
World-wide Fuel Charter.
Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to
improve air quality.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
effect on powertrain components.
87(R+M)/2 METHOD
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If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after
refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine.
•The
indicator may come on. For more information on the “check
engine” or the “service engine soon” indicator, refer toWarning lights
and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
Measuring techniques
Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the
driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as
possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are
NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend
taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600
km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate
measurement after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km–5,000 km).
Filling the tank
When the fuel gauge indicates empty, there is still a small reserve of fuel
in the fuel system. When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge
indicates empty, you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the
advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still
present in the tank. The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve
varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range.
For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:
•Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,
an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running.
•Allow no more than two automatic click-offs when filling.
•Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating.
•Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand.
Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.
Calculating fuel economy
1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading
(in miles or kilometers).
2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in
gallons or liters).
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ENGINE DATA
Engine 2.3L I4 engine
Cubic inches 140
Required fuel 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2
Ignition system Coil on plug
Spark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch (1.25–1.35mm)
Compression ratio 12.3:1
Engine drivebelt routing
•2.3L I4 Engine
HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY DATA
High Voltage Battery
Battery chemistry Nickel Metal Hydride
Nominal Voltage 330 Volts
Capacity 6 Amp-hours
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choosing the right fuel ...........281
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................285
detergent in fuel .....................282
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................278, 280, 283
filter, specifications ........278, 293
fuel pump/high voltage
shut-off switches ....................220
improving fuel economy ........283
octane rating ...................282, 297
quality ......................................282
running out of fuel .................282
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................278
Fuses ..................................221, 223
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............280
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................283
Gauges .........................................18
H
Hazard flashers .........................219
Head restraints .................119, 122
Headlamps ...................................71
aiming ........................................74
autolamp system .......................71
bulb specifications ....................77
daytime running lights .............73
flash to pass ..............................72
high beam .................................72
replacing bulbs .........................78
turning on and off ....................71
Hood ..........................................264
I
Ignition ...............................199, 297Illuminated visor mirror .............84
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................160
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................287
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................258
cluster ........................................14
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................74
J
Jump-starting your
vehicle ................................240, 244
K
Keyless entry system ...............113
autolock ...................................106
keypad .....................................113
locking and unlocking doors ..114
programming entry code .......113
Keys ...........................................115
positions of the ignition .........199
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................71
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................77
daytime running light ...............73
fog lamps ...................................73
headlamps .................................71
headlamps, flash to pass ..........72
instrument panel, dimming .....74
interior lamps .....................75–77
replacing bulbs .........................78
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................75
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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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