Adjust time Mercury Villager 2001 Owner's Manuals
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Temperature conversion
PressA/Candsimultaneously for one second while turning the fan
speed dial upward until it stops moving, to switch between Fahrenheit
and Celsius.
Fan speed ()
When AUTOMATIC is pressed, fan
speed is adjusted automatically for
existing conditions. You can override
fan speed at any time. To control
fan speed manually, use the
thumbwheel to cancel automatic fan
speed operation. Rotate the
thumbwheel up for higher fan speed
or down for lower fan speed.
The display will show
to indicate
manual fan operation.
To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTOMATIC.
TEMP
AUTOMATICOFF REAR 1 2 3 4
OFFA/C
A/CMAXHI
LO
1 2 3 4A/C
MAXHI
LO
˚F
AUTO
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To turn on the rear seat controls, press the memory preset controls 3
and 5 at the same time. The
will appear in the radio display.
Pressing 3 and 5 at the same time again will turn the rear seat controls
off.
Adjusting the volume
Press the + control to increase
volume.
Press the Ð control to decrease
volume.
From the RSC, the loud speaker
volume can not be set higher than
the current volume radio setting. Once in headphone mode, the RSC
volume controls will only change volume in the headphones to a desired
level (muting the speakers will not mute the headphones).
Turning the speakers on and off
Press the control to turn all
speakers on or off.
Using headphones
Plug a 3.6 mm headphone (not
included) into either one of the two
jacks. Press the/control
to operate the headphones.
The speakers will cut out once the
speaker on/off control is pressed. Press the
/control again to
deactivate headphones.
SHUFFLE COMP CD CD
3 2 1456
VOLUME MEDIA
MEMSEEK
VOLUME MEDIA
MEMSEEK
VOLUME MEDIA
MEMSEEK
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Rear seat controls (if equipped)
The Rear Seat Controls (RSC) allow
the rear seat passengers to operate
the radio, tape, or CD changer (if
equipped).
To turn on the rear seat controls, press the memory preset controls 3
and 5 at the same time. The
will appear in the radio display.
Pressing 3 and 5 at the same time again will turn the rear seat controls
off.
Adjusting the volume
Press the + control to increase
volume.
Press the Ð control to decrease
volume.
From the RSC, the speaker volume
can not be set higher than the
current volume radio setting. Once in headphone mode, the RSC volume
controls will only change volume in the headphones to a desired level
(muting the speakers will not mute the headphones).
Using headphones/Personal Audio System
The Personal Audio System allows the rear seat passengers to listen to
one media source (radio, tape, CD, or CD changer if equipped) while the
front seat passengers listen to another. However, front and rear seat
passengers can not listen to two different radio stations simultaneously.
VOLUME MEDIA
MEMSEEK
REW
1
FF
2
SIDE 1.
2
34
COMP
5
SHUFF
6
VOLUME MEDIA
MEMSEEK
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Using the manual lumbar support
The lumbar control is located on the
inboard side of the driver's seat.
Move the control up or down to
adjust lumbar support.
Memory seats and mirrors (if equipped)
Some vehicles may only have the
memory feature available for the
seats.
The memory seat control is located
on the driver's door panel. The
control operates with the ignition in
the OFF position or the ignition is in
the ON position and the vehicle is in
P (Park) or N (Neutral).
The two buttons provide three
memory positions, one individual position for each button and a third
position obtained by pressing buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously.
Position three (pressing 1 and 2 simultaneously) is always full rearward
and downward for exit mode, but is not programmable.
To record the memory positions:
1. Move the seat and mirror to the desired position using the manual
controls.
2. Press button 1 or 2 and hold for at least two seconds. The indicator
light will stay on until the position is programmed. When the position has
been programmed, the indicator light will flash three times. Repeat
procedure for second position.
To record a remote entry transmitter:
1. Program a desired position to a memory switch as indicated above.
2 1
MEMORY
SEAT
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2. Press and hold the desired memory position button. Within ten
seconds, press the unlock button on the transmitter while the memory
button is pressed.
3. When the transmitter has been programmed, the indicator will flash
five times. The indicator light will remain illuminated until the memory
button is pressed again or ten seconds lapse.
To remove a programmed seat position:
1. Press and hold both memory seat buttons 1 and 2 and then press the
unlock button on the remote entry transmitter.
REAR SEATS
Removable floor mats
Whenever the floor mats are removed to adjust or move any of the rear
seats, always reinstall the mats before passengers ride in the vehicle. The
floor mats are specifically designed to keep objects out of the seat
tracks.
The cargo mat (A.) can be reversed (top to bottom) to retain soils and
liquids.
²7 passenger vehicle
A. Cargo mat
B. Narrow mats
C. Sliding door mats, LH/RH
ACB
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After sliding the seat, check to ensure that both sides of the seat are
locked in position. This must be done before the vehicle is put into
motion in order to prevent unintended movement of the seat.
Every time you adjust any seat, check to be sure that it is
properly latched in the lock position of both seat tracks. If the
seat is not properly latched, it could come loose and increase the risk
of severe injury or death in an accident.
The 3rd row bench seat is not removable.
To remove the 2nd row seat(s):
Use the following instructions for
both bench and bucket seats.
The seat tracks may have grease on
them that could stain your clothing
or vehicle fabric surfaces if care is
not taken when handling the seats.
Fold the seatback flat before
removing each seat. Refer to the
Adjusting 2nd row seatsportion of
this section.
1. (Bench seats only) Disengage the lap/shoulder belt from the seat belt
detach anchor by pushing the release control and lifting upward.
2. From behind the seat, pull up on
the release straps located on each
side of the seat, releasing the rear
floor latches.
3. Lift up the back of the seat to clear the floor latches and then pull the
seat rearward until the front hooks have come out of the floor anchors.
4. Remove the seat. Two people should lift and rotate the seat and
remove it from vehicle.
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2. To unfasten, push the release
button and remove the tongue from
the buckle.
The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are
combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat
outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below:
Vehicle sensitive mode
The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free
shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in
response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes
suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of
approximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will
lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.
Automatic locking mode
In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will
still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt.
The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt.
When to use the automatic locking mode
²Anytimea child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or
outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Children 12 years old and
under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever
possible. Refer toSafety Restraints for ChildrenorSafety Seats for
Childrenlater in this chapter.
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system to respond quickly. Use of an engine block heater is strongly
recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach -23ÉC
(-10ÉF) or below.
For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the
vehicle. Using the heater for longer than three hours will not harm the
engine, so the heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle.
To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater)
adapters.
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaust
fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects.
If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle,
have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Do
not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. These fumes are harmful and
could kill you.
Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever:
²the vehicle is raised for service.
²the sound of the exhaust system changes.
²the vehicle has been damaged in a collision.
WARNING:Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and
certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and
certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Important ventilating information
If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area for
long periods of time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch).
Adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air.
Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow,
leaves and other debris.
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BRAKES
Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled
maintenance guide for scheduled maintenance.
Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a
performance concern with the vehicle's brake system. In normal
operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent
squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applied. Such noises are
usually heard during the first few brake applications in the morning;
however, they may be heard at any time while braking and can be
aggravated by environmental conditions such as cold, heat, moisture,
road dust, salt or mud. If a ªmetal-to-metal,º ªcontinuous grindingº or
ªcontinuous squealº sound is present while braking, the brake linings
may be worn-out and should be inspected by a qualified service
technician.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped)
On vehicles equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noise
from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be
observed during ABS braking events. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise
while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel, bumps, wet or
snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle's
anti-lock brake system. The ABS performs a self-check after you start
the engine and begin to drive away. A brief mechanical noise may be
heard during this test. This is normal. If a malfunction is found, the ABS
warning light will come on. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or
shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be
inspected by a qualified service technician.
The ABS operates by detecting the
onset of wheel lockup during brake
applications and compensates for
this tendency. The wheels are
prevented from locking even when
the brakes are firmly applied. The
accompanying illustration depicts
the advantage of an ABS equipped
vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABS
equipped vehicle (on top) during hard braking with loss of front braking
traction.
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Trailer towing tips
²Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to
get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make
wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles.
²Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached.
²The trailer tongue weight should be 10% of the loaded trailer weight.
²After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your
hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts.
²When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather, place
the gearshift in P (Park) and increase idle speed. This aids engine
cooling and air conditioner efficiency.
²Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must
park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels.
LUGGAGE RACK
The front and rear crossbar can be adjusted to fit the item being carried.
Do not load more than 44 kg (100 lbs.) on the luggage rack.
To adjust cross-bar position:
1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both
ends of the cross-bar.
2. Slide the cross-bar to the desired
location.
3. Tighten the thumbwheel at both
ends of the cross-bar.
Use adjustable tie down loops to secure the load.
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