Mercury Mountaineer 2003 s Service Manual

NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with the Remote Keyless Entry
feature, the courtesy lamp will remain on for 25 seconds after the door is
shut or until the ignition is turned to the ON position.
To use the reading lamps:
•Press the rocker control located near each reading lamp to turn it on.
•Press the rocker control again to turn it off.
Cargo/reading lamps
The dome portion of the lamp or
the center light can be turned on
when the headlamp control is
rotated fully up or when a door is
opened.
With the ignition in the ACC or ON position, the rear dome lamp can be
turned ON or OFF by sliding the control.
BULBS
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
Replacing the interior bulbs
Check the operation of the bulbs frequently. To replace any of the
interior bulbs, see a dealer or qualified technician.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized“D.O.T.”for North America and an
“E”for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. Using incorrect bulbs may damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty or may not provide quality bulb burn
time.
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Function Number of bulbs Trade number
Park/turn lamps
(front)2
3157 AK (amber)
Headlamps 2 9007
Rear stop/turn/tail
lamps4
3057
Rear license plate
lamps2
168
Backup lamp 2 3156K
High-mount brake
lamps5
W5W
Side repeater 2 WY5W (amber)
Front sidemarker 2 194
Rear sidemarker 2 194
Fog lamp 2 9145
Cargo lamp 1 211-2
Interior overhead lamp 1 912 (906)
Front door courtesy
lamp1
168
Map lamps 2 168 (T10)
Ashtray lamp 1 161
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer.
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Replacing headlamp bulbs
Do not touch the glass of a halogen bulb.
1. Turn off the headlamps and open
the hood.
2. Remove two retainer pins, then
pull headlamp forward.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector.
4. Remove the bulb retaining ring.
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5. Carefully pull old bulb out of the
lamp assembly
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs
1. Turn off the headlamps and open
the hood.
2. Remove the two headlamp
retainer pins, then pull headlamp
forward.
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3. Remove the bulb socket from the
lamp assembly.
4. Carefully pull old bulb out of the
lamp assembly
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
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Replacing side repeater bulbs
1. Turn the headlamp switch to off.
2. Carefully pry the lamp assembly
away from the fender.
3. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise to remove it from
the lamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
Replacing front/rear side marker bulbs
1. Turn the headlamp switch to off.
2. Reach under the bumper and
rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise to remove it.
3. Pull the bulb straight out.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
Replacing tail/brake/turn/backup lamp bulbs
1. Turn the headlamp switch to OFF
and open the liftgate.
2. Remove the two screws from the
lamp assembly.
3. Remove the lamp assembly.
4. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove it
from the lamp assembly.
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
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Replacing foglamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and then
remove the plastic splash shield, by
removing the two screws on the
front of the fenderwell.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
foglamp by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and then
remove two screws and the license
plate lamp assembly.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
lamp assembly by turning
counterclockwise and pull the bulb
straight out.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulb
1. Remove the two screws and lamp
assembly from vehicle.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
lamp assembly by depressing the
snaps and pull the bulb straight out.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
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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 on, 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.
Rear window wiper/washer controls
For rear wiper operation, rotate the
rear window wiper and washer
control to the desired position.
Select:
INT 1—3–4 second interval rear
wiper.
INT 2—8–10 second interval rear
wiper.
OFF—Rear wiper and washer off.
For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washer
control to either
position.
From either position, the control will automatically return to the INT 2
or OFF position.
INT2OFFOFFINT1
INT1INT2OFFOFF
INT2OFFOFFINT1
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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.
3. Replace wiper blades every 6
months for optimum performance.
TILT STEERING COLUMN
Pull the lever down to unlock the
steering column. While the lever is
in the down position, tilt the
steering column to its desired
orientation.
Lift the lever back to its original
position to lock the steering column.
Never adjust the steering
column when the vehicle is
moving.
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CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
variety of console features. These
include:
•Utility compartment with
cassette/compact disc storage
•Auxiliary power point
•Cupholders
•Tissue box holder (located on underside of console lid)
•Ash tray (if equipped)
Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you
in a collision.
Cell phone use
The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,
drivers must not compromise their own or others’safety when using
such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety
and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency
situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.
Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications
systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.
A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to
avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to
operate Mobile Communications Equipment.
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