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•Make sure the gearshift is in P
(Park).
If starting a vehicle with a manual
transmission:
•Make sure the parking brake is
set.
•Push the clutch pedal to the
floor.
3. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) without
turning the key to 4 (START).
Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. SeeWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter for more information
regarding the warning lights.
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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.
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. Aftermarket products 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.
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
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On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board
Diagnostics System (OBD-II). This OBD-II system protects the environment
by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission
standards. The OBD-II system also assists your authorized dealer in
properly servicing your vehicle. When the
indicator illuminates, the
OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may
cause the
indicator to illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel—the engine may misfire or run poorly.
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. SeeFuel filler
capin this chapter.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After three
driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions
present, the
indicator should turn off—A driving cycle consists of a
cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving. No additional
vehicle service is required.
If the
indicator remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first
available opportunity.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostics system. If the
indicator is on, refer to the
description in theWarning lights and chimessection of the
Instrument Clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test with
the
indicator on.
If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test”
condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a
minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as
described below:
•First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
•Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with
at least four idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
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GENUINE MERCURY ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Mercury Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer. These
quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your
automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style
and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Mercury’s
rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will
repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Mercury
Accessories found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component
damaged by the defective accessories. The accessories will be warranted
for whichever provides you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that Genuine Mercury Accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by a dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty — 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000
km) (whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy
of the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
Following is a list of several Genuine Mercury Accessories. Not all
accessories are available for all models. To find out what accessories are
available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer or visit our online
store at: www.mercuryaccessories.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Deflectors
Front end covers
Fog lights
Splash guards
Wheels
Interior style
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Scuff plates
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F
Fail safe cooling ........................222
Fluid capacities .........................241
Foglamps .....................................35
Fuel ............................................223
calculating fuel economy..62, 227
cap ...........................................225
capacity ...................................241
choosing the right fuel ...........226
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................230
detergent in fuel .....................227
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................223, 225, 228
filter, specifications ........223, 240
fuel pump shut-off switch .....172
improving fuel economy ........227
octane rating ...........226, 244–245
quality ......................................227
running out of fuel .................227
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................223
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......172
Fuses ..........................................173
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............225
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................227
Gauges .........................................13
H
Hazard flashers .........................172
Head restraints ...........................89
Headlamps ...................................34
aiming ..................................36–37autolamp system .......................34
bulb specifications ....................39
daytime running lights .............35
flash to pass ..............................36
high beam .................................36
replacing bulbs .........................39
turning on and off ....................34
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................26, 28, 30
Hood ..........................................206
I
Ignition .......................156, 244–245
Illuminated visor mirror .............50
Infant seats (see Safety seats)..127
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................232
Instrument panel ........................52
cleaning ...................................202
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and interior...36
J
Jack ............................................179
positioning ...............................179
storage .....................................179
Jump-starting your vehicle ......185
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................81
Keys .......................................69, 84
positions of the ignition .........156
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Lamps
autolamp system .......................34
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................39
daytime running light ...............35
fog lamps ...................................35
headlamps .................................34
headlamps, flash to pass ..........36
instrument panel, dimming .....36
interior lamps ...........................38
replacing bulbs .........................39
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................38
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........160
Load limits .................................149
Locks
autolock .....................................81
childproof ..................................73
doors ..........................................71
Lubricant specifications ...243–244
Lug nuts ....................................184
Lumbar support, seats ...............90
M
Manual transaxle
fluid capacities ........................241
fluid, checking and adding ....238
lubricant specifications ..........244
Manual transmission .................168
reverse .....................................168
Message center ...........................61
english/metric button ...............66
system check button ................65
warning messages .....................66
Mirrors .........................................54automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................54
heated ........................................55
programmable memory ............77
side view mirrors (power) .......54
Moon roof ....................................59
Motorcraft parts ........203, 223, 240
O
Octane rating ............................226
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................210
P
Parking brake ............................161
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....240
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................96
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................176
Power door locks ........................71
Power mirrors .............................54
Power point .................................52
Power steering ..................162–163
fluid, checking and adding ....233
fluid, refill capacity ................241
fluid, specifications .........243–244
Power Windows ...........................53
R
Radio ......................................16, 20
Relays ........................................173
Remote entry system ...........74, 76
illuminated entry ................79–80
locking/unlocking doors ...........76
opening the trunk .....................77
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Transaxle
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................234
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................238
Transmission .............................163
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....163
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
lubricant specifications ..243–244
manual operation ....................168
Trunk ...........................................73
remote release ....................68, 77
Turn signal ..................................38
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................245Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................247
Vehicle loading ..........................149
Ventilating your vehicle ...........159
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................209
Water, Driving through .............169
Windows
power .........................................53
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................49
checking and adding fluid .....209
replacing wiper blades ...........209
Wrecker towing .........................190
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