wiper fluid Mercury Milan 2008 Owner's Manuals

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper:Rotate the end
of the control away from you to
increase the speed of the wipers;
rotate towards you to decrease the
speed of the wipers.
Speed dependent wipers:When the wiper control is set on the
intermittent settings, the speed of the wipers will automatically adjust
with the vehicle speed. The faster your vehicle is travelling the faster the
wipers will go.
Windshield washer:Push the end
of the stalk:
•briefly: causes a single swipe of
the wipers without washer fluid.
•a quick push and hold: the wipers
will swipe three times with
washer fluid.
•a long push and hold: the wipers
and washer fluid will be activated
for up to ten seconds.
Courtesy wipe feature:One extra wipe will happen a few seconds
after washing the front window to clear any water that is dripping down
from the top of the windshield caused by the washing.
Note:Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid
level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry.
This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield,
always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper
blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.
Windshield wiper features (if equipped with Autolamp feature)
The exterior lamps will turn on with the ignition on, headlamp control in
the Autolamp position and the windshield wipers are turned on (for a
fixed period of time).
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WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be
cleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on the
vehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include
hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellent
coatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination; these contaminants
may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades, and streaking and
smearing of the windshield. To clean these items, follow these tips:
•The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with
a non-abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass
Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your authorized dealer.
•The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or
Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A),
available from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid contains
special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot
wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car
wash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear
worn or do not function properly.
•Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.
•Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.
If you cannot remove those streaks after cleaning with the glass cleaner
or if the wipers chatter and move in a jerky motion, clean the outer
surface of the windshield and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft
cloth with a neutral detergent or mild-abrasive cleaning solution. After
cleaning, rinse the windshield and wiper blades with clean water. The
windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield
with water.
Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the
inside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may cause
damage to the rear window defroster’s heated grid lines.
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS
Clean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with a
clean and damp white cotton cloth, then with a clean and dry white
cotton cloth; you may also use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner
(ZC-38-A) on the instrument panel and interior trim areas.
•Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion
of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the
driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the
level is low. In very cold weather, do
not fill the reservoir completely.
Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2.
Do not use any special washer fluid
such as windshield water repellent
type fluid or bug wash. They may
cause squeaking, chatter noise,
streaking and smearing. Refer to the
Maintenance product
specifications and capacitiessection in this chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40° F (4.5°C),
use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to use
washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in
impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
1. Pull the wiper arm away from the
vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle
from the wiper arm. Push the lock
pin manually to release the blade
and pull the wiper blade down
toward the windshield to remove it
from the arm.
2. Attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm and press it into place
until a click is heard.
Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance.
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in front seat ............................154
in rear seat ..............................154
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................150
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............242
instrument panel ....................244
interior .....................................245
plastic parts ............................243
washing ....................................240
waxing .....................................241
wheels ......................................241
wiper blades ............................244
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......46, 48
Clock ............................................71
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................29
AM/FM/CD .................................22
Clutch
fluid ..........................................278
operation while driving ..........201
recommended shift speeds ....202
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................85
Console ........................................70
overhead ....................................70
Controls
power seat ...............................116
steering column ........................78
Coolant
checking and adding ..............260
refill capacities ................264, 287
specifications ..........................287
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................75
Cupholder(s) .............................120
Customer Assistance ................211Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................236
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................237
Getting roadside assistance ...211
Getting the service you
need .........................................232
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................238
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................236
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................53
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................278, 280
engine oil .................................253
Driving under special
conditions ..................200, 206, 208
sand .........................................207
snow and ice ...........................209
through water .................207, 210
E
Electronic message center .........82
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................226
Emission control system ..........274
Engine ........................................290
cleaning ...................................242
coolant .....................................260
fail-safe cooling .......................265
idle speed control ...................258
lubrication specifications .......287
refill capacities ........................287
service points ..................250–251
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Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....176
Tires ...........................161–162, 220
alignment ................................169
care ..........................................165
changing ..................................220
checking the pressure ............165
inflating ...................................163
label .........................................175
replacing ..................................167
rotating ....................................169
safety practices .......................168
sidewall information ...............170
snow tires and chains ............180
spare tire .................................220
terminology .............................162
tire grades ...............................162
treadwear ........................161, 166
Towing .......................................185
recreational towing .................185
trailer towing ..........................185
wrecker ....................................231
Traction control ........................194
Transaxle
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................278
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................283
Transmission .............................196brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....196
fluid, refill capacities ..............287
lubricant specifications ..........287
manual operation ....................201
Trunk ...........................................99
remote release ..................91, 103
Turn signal ..................................56
U
USB port ......................................36
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................291
Vehicle loading ..........................180
Ventilating your vehicle ...........190
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................252
Water, Driving through .............210
Windows
power .........................................72
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................68
checking and adding fluid .....252
replacing wiper blades ...........252
Wrecker towing .........................231
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