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Fuse/Relay

Location

Fuse Amp

Rating

Power Distribution Box

Description

15A*

Fan clutch, PCV valve (4.0L
engine only), AC clutch relay,
GCC fan

15A*

SDARS, DVD, SYNC

15A*

Redundant brake switch, EVMV,
MAFS, HEGO, EVR, VCT1 (4.6L
engine only), VCT2 (4.6L engine
only), CMCV (4.6L engine only),
CMS

15A*

Coil on plug (4.6L engine only),
Coil tower (4.0L engine only)

15A*

Injectors

45B

—

GCC fan relay

45A

—

Not used

46B

—

Not used

46A

—

Not used

—

Fuel pump relay

50B

—

A/C clutch relay

50A

—

Fog lamps relay

—

Not used

—

A/C clutch (diode)

—

One Touch Integrated Start
(OTIS) (diode)

—

Trailer battery charger relay

55B

—

Front wiper relay

55A

—

PCM relay

56B

—

Starter relay

56A

—

Blower relay

* Mini Fuses ** Cartridge Fuses

2008 Mountaineer

(mnt)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA

(fus)

Roadside Emergencies

289

Summary of Contents for Mountaineer 2008

Page 1: ...vigation system 76 Climate Controls 77 Manual heating and air conditioning 77 Automatic temperature control 79 Auxiliary passenger climate control 82 Rear window defroster 83 Lights 85 Driver Controls...

Page 2: ...Starting 247 Brakes 252 Traction Control AdvanceTrac 255 Transmission operation 260 Roadside Emergencies 278 Getting roadside assistance 278 Hazard flasher switch 280 Fuel pump shut off switch 280 Fu...

Page 3: ...368 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not p...

Page 4: ...Congratulations on acquiring your new Mercury Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater th...

Page 5: ...ch questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol These comments should be read and observed Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol it is imperative t...

Page 6: ...nance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle s...

Page 7: ...ation of such an event The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants potentially including information such as how various systems in your vehicle were operating whether...

Page 8: ...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 a...

Page 9: ...ments this book By referring to the market unique supplement if provided you can properly identify those features recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle This Owner s Guide...

Page 10: ...r Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flashe...

Page 11: ...Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Service Engine...

Page 12: ...ending on which options your vehicle has some indicators may not be present in your vehicle Service engine soon The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to...

Page 13: ...een detected Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Brake system warning light To confirm the brake system warning light is functional it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is t...

Page 14: ...ected Safety belt Reminds you to fasten your safety belt A Belt Minder chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate dea...

Page 15: ...o ensure the bulb is working If the light does not turn ON have the system inspected by your authorized dealer For more information on this system refer to Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring...

Page 16: ...ON or remains on have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door liftgate or the liftgate glass is open Low fu...

Page 17: ...l lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 2 miles 3 2 km Parking brake ON warning chime Sounds when the parking brake is set the engine is ru...

Page 18: ...o Message center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from English to Metric Trip odometer Registers the miles kilometers of individual journeys Press and release the message ce...

Page 19: ...gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which...

Page 20: ...w moments to turn on 2 Press AM FM repeatedly to choose between AM FM1 FM2 frequency bands 3 Press to manually go up down the frequency band Press SEEK to search down up the chosen frequency band for...

Page 21: ...nnel press and hold a memory preset 1 6 to save the channel PRESET SAVED will appear on the display and the sound will return signifying the station has been saved You can save up to six channels in e...

Page 22: ...to load discs for the remaining available slots Insert the discs one at a time label side up when prompted Once loaded the last loaded disc will begin to play Note An MP3 disc with folders will show...

Page 23: ...older Press play pause when a CD MP3 is playing to pause the disc CD PAUSE will appear in the display Press again to resume play 4 For a single cd system press to eject the current disc The display wi...

Page 24: ...devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the window switches radio and moon roof if equipped...

Page 25: ...Press OK when the desired category appears in the display After a category is selected press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only i e ROCK You may also select CATEGORY ALL to se...

Page 26: ...play the opposite state For example if you have chosen to enable the song alerts the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on so your other option is to turn them off Satellite ra...

Page 27: ...Press OK to close and return to the main menu BAL Balance Press MENU to reach the balance setting Use to adjust the audio between the left L and right R speakers Press OK to close and return to the m...

Page 28: ...ter in this chapter 4 AUX Press repeatedly to cycle through FES DVD if equipped LINE IN auxiliary audio mode SYNC late availability if equipped and SAT1 SAT2 and SAT3 modes satellite radio if equipped...

Page 29: ...ssing OK For further information refer to the SYNC supplement If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System FES please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this chapt...

Page 30: ...adio stations or CD tracks Press again to stop In MP3 mode press and release to display track title artist name and disc title In satellite radio mode if equipped press and release to enter TEXT MODE...

Page 31: ...k on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on 16 CD Press to enter CD MP3 mode If a CD MP3 is already loaded into the system CD MP3 play will begin where it ended last I...

Page 32: ...tial to the driving task when it is safe to do so Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the window switches radio and moon roof if equipped may be used for up...

Page 33: ...SIRIUS channel Categories Pop Rock News etc Press OK when the desired category appears in the display After a category is selected press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only i e...

Page 34: ...G ALERTS ENABLED DISABLED will appear in the display The menu listing will display the opposite state For example if you have chosen to enable the song alerts the menu listing will read DISABLE as the...

Page 35: ...Treble Press MENU to reach the treble setting Use to adjust Press OK to close and return to the main menu BAL Balance Press MENU to reach the balance setting Use to adjust the audio between the left...

Page 36: ...to the main menu SINGLE PLAY DUAL PLAY if equipped If SINGLE PLAY is ON press for DUAL PLAY For further information on Single Play Dual Play please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later i...

Page 37: ...the current CD DVD The CD DVD status will display in the radio display OK Your vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media features which will require you to confirm commands by pressing OK F...

Page 38: ...o save satellite channels in your memory presets tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscr...

Page 39: ...lready loaded into the system CD MP3 play will begin where it ended last If no CD is loaded NO DISC will appear in the display 17 LOAD To load a disc into the system press LOAD Select a slot number us...

Page 40: ...y to connect your portable music player to the in vehicle audio system This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity To achieve optima...

Page 41: ...system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality Many portable music players have different output levels so not all players should be set at the same levels Some players will sound...

Page 42: ...he SYNC supplement GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commissi...

Page 43: ...nded periods of time Clean using a circular motion CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re...

Page 44: ...k MP3 track mode system default and MP3 folder mode For more information on track and folder mode refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on...

Page 45: ...of music news sports weather traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels visit www sirius com in the United States ww...

Page 46: ...em include Hardware and limited subscription term which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle Online media player providing access to all 65 SIRIUS music channels over the internet U S cu...

Page 47: ...for service INVALID CHNL Channel no longer available This previously available channel is no longer available Tune to another channel If the channel was one of your presets you may choose another chan...

Page 48: ...tower to the vehicle antenna You are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS signal i e tunnel under an overpass dense foliage etc The system is working properly When you move into an open area the...

Page 49: ...ty information The driver should not attempt to operate any function of the DVD system while the vehicle is in motion Give full attention to driving and to the road Pull off the road in a safe place b...

Page 50: ...The audio from the DVD system will play over all vehicle speakers and can be adjusted by the radio volume control To play a CD in the DVD system The DVD system can play audio CDs CD R and CD R W CD R...

Page 51: ...AY on the DVD player 3 The disc will begin to play and the MP3 Audio Disc screen will display and allow you to access the COMPRESSION SHUFFLE SCAN and FOLDER MODE features To play an auxiliary source...

Page 52: ...1 You may listen to channels A and B over wired or wireless headphones Refer to Using the infrared wireless headphones and Using wired headphones for further information Black 4 wired headphone output...

Page 53: ...rds and seriously injure themselves 1 Connect the wired headphones in to the headphone jacks on either side of the DVD system Each side is labeled A or B Headphones plugged into jack A will listen to...

Page 54: ...equipped CD DVD DVD AUX Headphone B can only access DVD and DVD AUX For further information refer to Single play Dual play later in this section 2 Stop Eject Press once to stop and press a second tim...

Page 55: ...o video signal detected When a video signal is detected on the auxiliary video input and the display is in the DVD AUX video mode the display will automatically turn on 8 Infrared IR Receiver Transmit...

Page 56: ...ble media source AM FM1 FM2 SAT if equipped CD DVD DVD AUX Channel B can only access DVD and DVD AUX sources 13 RETURN Press to return to the playing media or to resume playback 14 MENU When playing a...

Page 57: ...e cursor up down left right When not in a Menu the left and right cursor controls decrease and increase the display brightness 3 DISPLAY Press to access the on screen display of the FES functions and...

Page 58: ...system at the same time to perform the same function 13 Keypad Use the numeric controls to enter in a specific CD MP3 track or DVD chapter to be played 14 C Cancel Press to cancel clear the numeric in...

Page 59: ...ttery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit Since all batteries have a limited shelf life replace them when the unit fails to control the DVD player Remove the screw and unla...

Page 60: ...erate the headphones Batteries are included Additional infrared wireless headphones may be purchased for use with the system Also wired headphones may be purchased and plugged in where indicated on th...

Page 61: ...headphones to comfortably fit your head using the headband adjustment Select the desired audio source Channel A or B for each set of wireless headphones by using the A B selection switch on the ear p...

Page 62: ...B is located on the right side of the FES and is labeled B Headphones plugged into this headphone jack will hear audio from the audio source selected to be the Channel B source Adjust the headphone vo...

Page 63: ...headphones These are called Channel A and Channel B Both Channel A and Channel B can be listened to on the wired headphones not included or on the infrared IR wireless headphones Press the Headphone C...

Page 64: ...phone channels A B will be connected to FES DISC Menu mode Press MENU once on the DVD system to access the DVD disc menu if available Press MENU twice to access the DVD set up menu and the following f...

Page 65: ...e LCD screen display will immediately change to your selection after the system resumes playback of the DVD The system default is WIDE 16 9 Language Select LANGUAGE to select the language you would li...

Page 66: ...ls on the bezel to highlight which track you would like to play You can also use the cursor controls to highlight COMPRESSION SHUFFLE or SCAN Once you have highlighted the desired track or function pr...

Page 67: ...to the previous next folder in the MP3 disc MP3 disc quality factors Several factors can effect disc playback quality Disc capacity Each disc contains about 650 MB of storage capacity We do not recomm...

Page 68: ...e to the disc or the player Never insert any object other than a compact disc CD or digital versatile disc DVD into the player as doing so may damage the player and may cause injury to you Do not disa...

Page 69: ...r Press and hold for a fast forward search Press when not in menu mode to adjust brightness or when in menu mode to navigate through the menu selections Press to adjust volume levels Slow play 1 With...

Page 70: ...isten to the media selected on the Channel A source When you need to make any adjustments to the media volume etc ensure that the Channel A source is highlighted For more information refer to Headphon...

Page 71: ...w different ways The DVD system is automatically activated when the vehicle ignition is ON which allows the rear seat passengers to use the DVD system There are three levels of control of the FES butt...

Page 72: ...ct incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owner...

Page 73: ...and seriously injure themselves The front glass on the liquid crystal display LCD flip down screen may break when hit with a hard surface If the glass breaks do not touch the liquid crystalline mater...

Page 74: ...e radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference and radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will...

Page 75: ...ingerprints are removed Do not spray the screen directly with water or glass cleaning solvents Overspray from these fluids could drip down into the internal electronics of the screen and cause damage...

Page 76: ...ay be equipped with a Navigation System Refer to the Navigation supplement for further information SYNC SYSTEM LATE AVAILABILITY IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC a multi media system...

Page 77: ...e floor vents Note Some airflow will come out of the small vents near the side windows Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents Note Some airflow will come out of...

Page 78: ...ulated air with A C to provide a cooler airflow Move the temperature control to the coolest setting Set the fan to the highest speed initially then adjust in order to maintain comfort To allow side wi...

Page 79: ...one press the passenger temperature control or DUAL The passenger temperature will appear in the display 4 Rear defroster control Removes ice and fog from the rear window Press to turn on off 5 DUAL S...

Page 80: ...sired temperature shown in the display window The system will automatically determine the fan speed the direction of the airflow outside or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle to the selected...

Page 81: ...e high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear it is recommended to run the A C in the MAX A C position turn off the rear A C unit reduce blower fan speed from...

Page 82: ...ow direction to floor or panel directs air to the floor of the third row seating directs air to the overhead registers of the second and third row seating The selected mode will illuminate on the temp...

Page 83: ...instrument panel just under the climate controls To activate the heated windshield the engine must be running while the heated windshield control is pushed Once activated a small light on the button...

Page 84: ...pm No increase in engine rpm will be noticed if the engine is cold and running at higher rpms associated with cold starts This rpm increase is required to provide adequate power from the alternator to...

Page 85: ...ly during the daylight keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after the key is turned to OFF To turn the autolamps on rotate the control counterclockwise to Fog lamp control The fog lamps can be tu...

Page 86: ...ing Light DRL System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a...

Page 87: ...full Dome ON position to reset This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed before leaving the a...

Page 88: ...he low beam headlamps The brightest part of the light should be below the horizontal line 4 If it is above the line the headlamp will need to be adjusted 4 Open the hood 5 Locate the vertical adjuster...

Page 89: ...witch is rotated up until the courtesy lamps come on any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF The reading portion the two outer lights can only be toggled on and off at the...

Page 90: ...dlamp operation 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 ensure lamp per...

Page 91: ...To replace all instrument panel lights see your authorized dealer Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the bulbs...

Page 92: ...e 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 headlam...

Page 93: ...otate 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 swi...

Page 94: ...l the bulb straight out of the socket Note Disconnect the LED brake lamp from the electrical connector and replace the LED assembly Reverse steps to reinstall bulb s Replacing fog lamp bulbs 1 Make su...

Page 95: ...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 away from the vehicle 2 Remove t...

Page 96: ...ers 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...

Page 97: ...ck the steering column tilt lock With the lever in the down position tilt the steering column and wheel to its desired orientation Do not push or pull the lever while tilting the wheel Lift the lever...

Page 98: ...o the headliner visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary according to your option p...

Page 99: ...ack of the door as needed Close the door Press the depression in the door to activate the transmitter CENTER CONSOLE 1 Cupholders 2 Tissue holder in lid 3 Rear power point 4 Large utility compartment...

Page 100: ...Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty The auxiliary power points are located on the front...

Page 101: ...this will damage the lighter element and socket The lighter will be released from its heating position when it is ready to be used Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your war...

Page 102: ...inutes after the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the OFF position or until either front door is opened INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm wh...

Page 103: ...clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors The ignition must be in the ACC or ON position to...

Page 104: ...se actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS IF EQUIPPED The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift le...

Page 105: ...Accelerate to the desired speed 3 Press the SET control and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 5 The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on Note Vehicle speed may va...

Page 106: ...ounts by 1 mph 1 6 km h Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control Reducing speed while using speed control There are t...

Page 107: ...nds that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle Only use steering wheel cont...

Page 108: ...els In CD or SYNC USB mode if equipped Press SEEK to select the next selection on the CD USB or press and hold to forward or reverse through the CD USB In DVD mode if equipped Refer to the Family ente...

Page 109: ...pears on the display to use the voice command feature Press and hold to send a call or text message Press OK to confirm your selection For further information on the SYNC system refer to the SYNC supp...

Page 110: ...is equipped with an automatic one touch express closing feature Press and release the front portion of the control To stop motion at any time during the one touch closing press the control again Bounc...

Page 111: ...smitters to operate garage doors entry gate operators security systems entry door locks and home or office lighting When programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate be s...

Page 112: ...ter buttons Note Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace Step 2 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator and Canadian Programming section for Canadian residents 3 Firmly...

Page 113: ...e Operator Canadian Programming During programming your hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting not allowing enough time for HomeLink to accept the signal from the hand held transmit...

Page 114: ...wo outer HomeLink buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds HomeLink is now in the train or learning mode and can b...

Page 115: ...also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by an indicator chime Your display can show up to 6 reconfigurable telltales at one time What ever is displayed...

Page 116: ...conditions Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL and sound a tone for one second when...

Page 117: ...trol system engaged to display a stabilized average 2 Record the highway fuel economy for future reference It is important to press the RESET control press and hold RESET for 2 seconds in order to res...

Page 118: ...se RESET in order to start the timer 2 Press and release RESET to pause the timer 3 Press and hold RESET for 2 seconds in order to reset the timer to zero Blank display Select this function from the I...

Page 119: ...to the INFO menu Note When the AWD system is in the LOCKED mode the 4X4 indicator will be illuminated System check Selecting this function from the SETUP MENU causes the message center to cycle throu...

Page 120: ...selected PRESS RESET FOR ENGLISH will be displayed to change back to English 1 Select this function from the SETUP MENU for the current language to be displayed 2 Press the RESET control to cycle the...

Page 121: ...over 13 mph 20 km h or higher 1 To disable enable the autolock feature select this function from the SETUP MENU 2 Press the RESET control to turn the autolock feature ON or OFF 3 Press the RESET contr...

Page 122: ...the doors being open closed For example use this setting when washing the vehicle or OFF the running boards will remain IN regardless of the doors being open closed 3 Press the RESET control for the...

Page 123: ...vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the com...

Page 124: ...message center display changes to show the current zone setting XX 6 Press the RESET control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center...

Page 125: ...Press RESET for calibration 3 Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 3 mph 5 km h until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETE It will take up to five circles...

Page 126: ...t of a multiple warning situation the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for 4 seconds The message center will display the last selected feature if there...

Page 127: ...re pressure Tire monitor fault Tire sensor fault For 4x4 low stop vehicle if equipped Temporary alert For 4x4 low shift to N if equipped To exit 4x4 low stop vehicle if equipped To exit 4x4 low shift...

Page 128: ...the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning If the warning stays on or continues to come on have the system inspected by your authorized dealer TIRE SENSOR FAULT Displayed when a tire pressu...

Page 129: ...AR Displayed when the liftgate or the liftgate glass is not completely closed FOR 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE if equipped Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is moving For more information r...

Page 130: ...e To enable disable the power running board feature refer to the Message center in this chapter When this feature is disabled OFF the running boards will move to the stowed position regardless of the...

Page 131: ...running boards before working under the vehicle jacking or placing any object under the vehicle Never place your hand in the hinge assemblies A moving running board may cause injury POSITIVE RETENTION...

Page 132: ...ust be properly installed on the rear trim panels Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or coll...

Page 133: ...the liftgate with the power door locks the remote entry or the keyless entry pad and pull the middle lever under the license plate lamp shield To lock the liftgate and the liftgate window use the pow...

Page 134: ...ly rearward and the front crossbar is 10 inches from the front end cap for optimum wind noise Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently...

Page 135: ...ocking yourself out of the vehicle With the key in any ignition position the driver s door will automatically unlock if it is locked using the lock control on the driver s door panel while the driver...

Page 136: ...e to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated you must wait 30 seconds Note All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout the configuration process 1 Turn the ignition to the 3 ON pos...

Page 137: ...ned to the 1 OFF LOCK or 2 ACC position and the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being transitioned to the 1 OFF LOCK or 2 ACC position Note The doors will not autounlock if the...

Page 138: ...ne short and one long chirp if autounlock was activated 7 Turn the ignition to the 1 OFF LOCK position The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete Keyless entry key pad procedure 1 T...

Page 139: ...30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated you must wait 30 seconds Note All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout the configuration proces...

Page 140: ...th RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including in...

Page 141: ...r to the Illuminated entry feature later in this section if the control on the overhead lamp is not set to the off position and the perimeter alarm system if equipped will deactivate 2 Press and relea...

Page 142: ...onfirm that all the doors are closed and locked Note The doors will lock again the horn will chirp and the lamps flash once Note If any door the liftgate or the liftgate glass are not closed properly...

Page 143: ...seconds press one control on the remote transmitter and then press the 1 or 2 control on the lower center portion of the instrument panel which you would like to associate with the seat and Driver 1...

Page 144: ...nsmitter batteries 4 Insert the new battery Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is ful...

Page 145: ...F LOCK position to 3 ON 4 Cycle eight times rapidly within 10 seconds between the 1 OFF LOCK position and 3 ON Note The eighth turn must end in the 3 ON position 5 The doors will lock then unlock to c...

Page 146: ...erior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 OFF LOCK position KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED You can use the keyless entry keypad to lock or unlock the doors without using a k...

Page 147: ...personal code If you program a code to a position that already contains a set code the previously set code will be erased Erasing personal code 1 Enter the factory set 5 digit code 2 Within five secon...

Page 148: ...can program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key Note The SecuriLock passive anti thef...

Page 149: ...a coded key disarms the vehicle The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly have the system...

Page 150: ...ignition in the 3 ON position for at least three seconds but no more than 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition to the 1 OFF LOCK position and remove the first coded key from the ignition 4 Within ten secon...

Page 151: ...icator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out If the key was not successfully programmed it will not start your vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off an...

Page 152: ...urning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision Adjustable head...

Page 153: ...eat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning...

Page 154: ...Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe pe...

Page 155: ...r lamp for proper airbag status Refer to Front passenger sensing system section for additional details Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system T...

Page 156: ...ng of the driver seat and adjustable pedals to two programmable positions The memory seat control is located on the lower center portion of the instrument panel To program position 1 move the driver s...

Page 157: ...Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care wh...

Page 158: ...pter For instructions on how to remove the 2nd row head restraints to install a child seat see Child booster seats later in this chapter Folding down the 2nd row 60 40 seats and bucket seats Ensure th...

Page 159: ...e vehicle To return the seat to the upright position seats not equipped with E Z entry 1 Pull up on the handle and rotate the seatback until you hear a click locking it in the upright position 2 Lift...

Page 160: ...not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a...

Page 161: ...pright position Adjusting the 2nd row seat for E Z Entry The E Z entry seat allows for easier entry and exit to and from the 3rd row seat To enter the 3rd row seat 1 Fold down the 2nd row seat and rel...

Page 162: ...legs are fully latched to the floor Once the rear legs are fully latched the interlock will release the seatback and it can then be returned to the upright position To return the seat to a seating po...

Page 163: ...r it from its tumbled position This handle is there only to recline the seat back and to unlatch the rear seat floor attachment in order to tumble the seat in the forward direction To raise the seat u...

Page 164: ...s original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latch...

Page 165: ...in the 1 OFF Lock position The transmission must be in P Park and the liftgate or liftgate glass must be open Similar to the Battery Saver feature the power 3rd row seat will be disabled 30 minutes af...

Page 166: ...t safety belts with pretensioners energy management retractors and safety belt usage sensors Driver s seat position sensor Front passenger sensing system Passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indica...

Page 167: ...llows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners Driver s seat pos...

Page 168: ...onal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage Refer to Safety restraints section in this chapter Front safety belt pretens...

Page 169: ...rd The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the Personal Safety System serviced at an authorize...

Page 170: ...12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather they could burn...

Page 171: ...shoulder belts All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have two types of locking modes described below Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode which allows free shoul...

Page 172: ...xcept a booster is installed in passenger front or rear seating positions Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible Refer to Safety restraints fo...

Page 173: ...ould be checked for proper function Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety bel...

Page 174: ...locked in place Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the saf...

Page 175: ...ion assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended there is a 8 inch 20 cm safety belt extension assembly that can be added part number 611C22 This assembly can be obtained from an autho...

Page 176: ...re provides additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning light in the instrument cluster when the driver s and front passenger s safety belt is unbu...

Page 177: ...nt passenger s safety belt is not buckled when the vehicle has reached at least 3 mph 5 km h and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The Belt Minder feature is act...

Page 178: ...as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly redu...

Page 179: ...ition cycle The Belt Minder feature will enable during the same ignition cycle if the occupant buckles and remains buckled for approximately 30 seconds Confirmation is not given for the one time disab...

Page 180: ...3 For the seating position being disabled at a moderate speed buckle then unbuckle the safety belt nine times ending in the unbuckled state Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety...

Page 181: ...ds that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and contin...

Page 182: ...Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest and the driver airbag module Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airba...

Page 183: ...of injury Please refer to the Body Builders Layout Book for instructions about the appropriate installation of additional equipment Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained Ac...

Page 184: ...This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder to lubricate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the airbag Small amounts of sodium hydroxide...

Page 185: ...r pass airbag off indicator lamp Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental airbag electrical system wi...

Page 186: ...dicator lamp will illuminate for a short period of time when the ignition is turned to the ON position to confirm it is functional When the front passenger seat is not occupied empty seat or in the ev...

Page 187: ...d safety seat or booster Lit Disabled Small child with safety belt buckled or unbuckled Lit Disabled Adult Unlit Enabled Even with Advanced Restraints Systems children 12 and under should be properly...

Page 188: ...owing Objects lodged underneath the seat Objects between the seat cushion and the center console if equipped Objects hanging off the seat back Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket if equipped Obj...

Page 189: ...the seat If objects are lodged and or cargo is interfering with the seat please take the following steps to remove the obstruction Pull the vehicle over Turn the vehicle off Driver and or adult passen...

Page 190: ...ight are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at an authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a col...

Page 191: ...enger seatbacks A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags Crash sensors located on the front...

Page 192: ...nents get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the side airbag has deployed the airbag will not function again The side airbag system including the seat must be inspected and servi...

Page 193: ...y experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags including the Safety Canopy T...

Page 194: ...nsor The Safety Canopy is mounted to the roof side rail sheet metal behind the headliner above the first and second row seats In certain lateral collisions or rollover events the Safety Canopy system...

Page 195: ...th the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light same light as for front airbag system will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately a...

Page 196: ...protect the child from injury in a collision Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use Children and safety belts If the child is the proper...

Page 197: ...and the knees bend comfortably Booster seats may also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably Try to keep the belt near the middle of the shoulder When children should use booster seats...

Page 198: ...vel above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back and lap shoulder belts Those with a high back If with a backless booster seat y...

Page 199: ...line the posts up in the holes on the seat back with the head restraint strap facing the outside of the vehicle and push down until the head restraint locks into place Lift gently to ensure it is loc...

Page 200: ...lder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only I...

Page 201: ...ngue is coming from Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Keep the buckle release button pointin...

Page 202: ...ot install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Rear facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed in front of an active passenger air...

Page 203: ...ld seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seati...

Page 204: ...he belt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move...

Page 205: ...in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as shown below The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view 5 passenger vehicle For the center seat use...

Page 206: ...posts 3 Locate the correct anchor for the selected rear seating position When placing a child safety seat in the 2nd row center seating position of the 5 passenger vehicle the tether straps may be at...

Page 207: ...g injured in a collision greatly increases Attaching safety seats with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children attachments for child seat anchors Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbing...

Page 208: ...with the child seat symbol 5 passenger vehicle 6 passenger vehicle 7 passenger vehicle Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to h...

Page 209: ...mounted on belt webbing mounted to the inboard lower anchors at the outboard seats If you install a child seat at the center 2nd row position use the vehicle belt and the top tether anchor Follow the...

Page 210: ...vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor Try to move the child seat fr...

Page 211: ...load your vehicle and Make sure every passenger is properly restrained In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt All occupants must w...

Page 212: ...dent in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than two wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations it won t stop any faster than two wheel drive ve...

Page 213: ...n tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation...

Page 214: ...ng traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s r...

Page 215: ...43 psi 2 9 bar for Metric tires Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire s load carrying capability kPa Kilopascal a metric unit of air pressure PSI Pounds per...

Page 216: ...n severe tire cracking tread separation or blowout with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury Under inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance resulting in h...

Page 217: ...add the appropriate air pressure when you get to the pump It is normal for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as you drive 2 Remove the cap from the valve on one tire then firmly pr...

Page 218: ...pare frequently and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle fr...

Page 219: ...describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall This begins with the letters DOT...

Page 220: ...icated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated re lubricate and try again When inflating the...

Page 221: ...spin the wheels at over 35 mph 56 km h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there s always the possibility that you may eventually h...

Page 222: ...may result in irregular tire wear Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle will help your tires...

Page 223: ...y standard certification and in case of a recall Information on P type tires P215 65R15 95H is an example of a tire size load index and speed rating The definitions of these items are listed below Not...

Page 224: ...range from 81 mph 130 km h to 186 mph 299 km h These ratings are listed in the following chart Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law Letter rati...

Page 225: ...se For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 11 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The g...

Page 226: ...mits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual def...

Page 227: ...er the wider the tire 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a...

Page 228: ...is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the...

Page 229: ...your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire failure loss of control vehicle rollover and personal injury Changing tires with TPMS Each road tire is equipped with a tire pressure sensor fastene...

Page 230: ...ds to be replaced with the temporary spare the TPMS system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle To restor...

Page 231: ...be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph 32 km h before the light will turn OFF Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use Repair the damaged road wheel tire and reinstall it on the...

Page 232: ...OFF after you have filled your tires to the recommended inflation pressure How temperature affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic...

Page 233: ...cle stop and retighten them If this does not work remove the cables to prevent vehicle damage Avoid overloading your vehicle Remove the cables when they are no longer needed Do not use cables on dry r...

Page 234: ...payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant If any aftermarket or authorized dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted fro...

Page 235: ...nal equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight...

Page 236: ...e Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is sho...

Page 237: ...ght of 15 25 fifth wheel trailer and driver only 150 lb 68 kg Consult your authorized dealer or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer for more detailed information Tongue...

Page 238: ...vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the available amount...

Page 239: ...kup trucks and utility type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in the Driving chapter of this Owner s G...

Page 240: ...eduled maintenance guide Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety Compl...

Page 241: ...r 1 000 ft 300 meters elevation For definitions of terms used in this table and instructions on how to calculate your vehicle load refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter Maximum trailer weights show...

Page 242: ...ot exceed the GCWR When towing maximum loads under high outside temperatures and on steep grades the A C system may cycle on and off to protect the engine from overheating This may result in a tempora...

Page 243: ...r s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle s brake system Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase The braking system of the tow...

Page 244: ...ormal coolant temperatures If this occurs reduce speed until the coolant temperature returns to the normal range Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge in the Instrument Cluster chapter Anticipate...

Page 245: ...Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water When backing down a ramp during boat lau...

Page 246: ...eshaft be removed installed only by a qualified technician at an authorized dealer See your authorized dealer for driveshaft removal installation Improper removal installation of the driveshaft can ca...

Page 247: ...ngth of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more informatio...

Page 248: ...engine air induction may become partially clogged with snow and or ice If this occurs the engine may experience a significant reduction in power output At the earliest opportunity clear all snow and...

Page 249: ...ithout turning the key to 4 START Some warning lights will briefly illuminate See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights 2008 Mou...

Page 250: ...e engine is flooded with fuel This vehicle has a computer assisted cranking system which assists in starting the engine If the ignition key is turned to 4 START and then released when the engine begin...

Page 251: ...only an extension cord that can be used outdoors in cold temperatures and is clearly marked Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances Never use an indoor extension cord outdoors it could result in an...

Page 252: ...or 1000 watts of energy per hour Your factory installed block heater system does not have a thermostat however maximum temperature is attained after approximately 3 hours of operation Block heater op...

Page 253: ...ump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain steering control...

Page 254: ...ke warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle However if the normal brakes fail th...

Page 255: ...t panel during this severe condition Traction Control Traction Control helps your vehicle maintain traction when driving on slippery and or hilly road surfaces by detecting and controlling wheel spin...

Page 256: ...n by applying brake force at individual tires and if necessary by reducing engine power During Electronic Stability Control events the sliding car icon in the instrument cluster will flash momentarily...

Page 257: ...k of the instrument panel allows the driver to control certain features of the AdvanceTrac with RSC system below 25 mph 40 km h If the vehicle is below 25 mph 40 km h momentarily pressing the AdvanceT...

Page 258: ...em Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal injury or death The occurrence of a AdvanceTrac with RSC event is an i...

Page 259: ...on the reservoir as this may result in leaks from the reservoir If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If...

Page 260: ...ed stopping distance when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Over loading or loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle roll...

Page 261: ...ncies chapter Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LO...

Page 262: ...need to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected The Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy allows the...

Page 263: ...e sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will mov...

Page 264: ...de press the transmission control switch The O D OFF lamp will not be illuminated O D Overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off 3 Third Transmission operates in third gear on...

Page 265: ...ssion Control Strategy This Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality The transmission is equipped with a Transmission Control Module TCM locat...

Page 266: ...Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop...

Page 267: ...d To return to O D overdrive mode press the transmission control switch The O D OFF lamp will not be illuminated O D Overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off 3 Third Transmi...

Page 268: ...stacles near the rear bumper when the R Reverse is selected and the vehicle is moving at speeds less than 3 mph 5 km h The system is not effective at speeds above 3 mph 5 km h and may not detect certa...

Page 269: ...again While receiving a warning the radio volume will be reduced to a predetermined level After the warning goes away the radio will return to the previous value The RSS automatically turns on when t...

Page 270: ...hese vehicles Normal operation 4 0L engine vehicles only The AWD system is always active and requires no driver input It is capable of handling all road conditions including street and highway driving...

Page 271: ...gher to allow it to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components The differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make it handle differently than an ordin...

Page 272: ...th a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisf...

Page 273: ...emergency stop avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently...

Page 274: ...ossible and proceed slowly If the ignition system gets wet the vehicle may stall Once through water always try the brakes Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes Drying can be...

Page 275: ...action slipping sideways and possibly rolling over Whenever driving on a hill determine beforehand the route you will use Do not drive over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are on th...

Page 276: ...lerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop Avoid sudden braking as well Although an AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice it won t stop any f...

Page 277: ...your vehicle properly may void the warranty increase your repair cost reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety Frequent inspection of v...

Page 278: ...s 7 5L of gasoline or 5 gallons 18 9L of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle Fuel delivery service is limited to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period winch out available within 100 feet 30...

Page 279: ...or yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles To obtain reimbursement information U S Ford or Mercury vehicle customers call 1...

Page 280: ...rn them off Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists Note With extended use the flasher may run down your battery FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET T...

Page 281: ...OFF position 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no fuel leak is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Pause for a fe...

Page 282: ...with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses 2A...

Page 283: ...e coded as follows Fuse Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 20A Moonroof Adjustable pedals Memory seats Memory lumbar motor 2 5A Microcontroller power SJB 3 2...

Page 284: ...N ACC relay in PDB 11 5A Radio start 12 5A Rear wiper motor RUN ACC Trailer battery charge relay in PDB Radio 13 15A Heated mirror Manual climate rear defrost indicator 14 20A Horn 15 10A Reverse lamp...

Page 285: ...t LED 25 15A Trailer tow park lamps 26 15A License plate rear park lamp Front park lamps Manual climate 27 15A Tri color stop lamps 28 10A Manual DEATC CB1 25A Windows The following relays are located...

Page 286: ...sconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid re...

Page 287: ...BATT 1 SJB 4 30A Fuel pump Injectors 5 30A Third row seat left 6 40A ABS pump 7 40A Powertrain Control Module PCM 8 40A Heated windshield left 9 40A Heated windshield right 10 30A Power seat right 11...

Page 288: ...Not used 24 10A Powertrain Control Module PCM Keep Alive Power Canister vent 25 20A Front power point Cigar lighter 26 20A AWD module 27 20A 6R Transmission module 4 6L engine only 28 20A Heated seats...

Page 289: ...3 15A Coil on plug 4 6L engine only Coil tower 4 0L engine only 44 15A Injectors 45B GCC fan relay 45A Not used 46B Not used 46A Not used 49 Fuel pump relay 50B A C clutch relay 50A Fog lamps relay 51...

Page 290: ...be used Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter for important information If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged it will no longer function...

Page 291: ...s on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time Use commercial car washing equipment Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of...

Page 292: ...a trailer Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel and seek service as soon as p...

Page 293: ...nder the carpeted floor lid in the cargo floor The tools are located in a bag attached to the jack Removing the jack and tools 1 Open liftgate and remove the carpeted floor lid 2 Turn jack screw eyele...

Page 294: ...nch 1 Open the cover from the carpeting on cargo floor to expose the winch drive nut 2 Insert the lug wrench on the winch drive nut The wrench will stop moving and forward resistance to turning will b...

Page 295: ...nge a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block the wheel that is diagonally opposite other end of the vehicle to the tire being changed If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else co...

Page 296: ...arpeted floor lid can be used as a kneeling pad 3 Loosen each wheel lug nut by half a turn but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground 4 Assemble the jack handle extension on the l...

Page 297: ...hile changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point 6 Remove the lug...

Page 298: ...your ability to the point where the ratchet slip occurs if possible The spare tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten If the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips with little effort take the veh...

Page 299: ...ue lb ft N m Lug nut socket size 3 4 inch 19 mm hex Bolt size 1 2 x 20 100 135 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners...

Page 300: ...pability Attempting to push start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the autom...

Page 301: ...es Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used...

Page 302: ...tud located toward the front of the vehicle forward of the battery on the radiator support Keep the negative cable away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Do not use fuel lines...

Page 303: ...run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnect...

Page 304: ...e from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can...

Page 305: ...ehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If the vehicle s battery is discharged refer to Auto...

Page 306: ...the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to th...

Page 307: ...concerns or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing authorized dealer 2 If your inquiry o...

Page 308: ...ustomersaskford com In Canada Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 387 9333 www lincolncanada com In order to help you service your Lincoln v...

Page 309: ...e the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price paid or payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or repl...

Page 310: ...to accept it If you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision then Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well If the arbitrator has decided in your favor and you accept the decision the BBB AU...

Page 311: ...re fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligat...

Page 312: ...cause engine knocking or serious engine damage Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel Using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty impor...

Page 313: ...or Company of Canada Limited Service Publications CHQ202 The Canadian Road P O Box 2000 Oakville ON Canada L6J 5E4 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U S ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which...

Page 314: ...0 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CANADA ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a cra...

Page 315: ...damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Use Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 which is available from your authorized dealer Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car...

Page 316: ...ct deposits tar spots road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips Always read the instructions before using the products ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel co...

Page 317: ...y a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse c...

Page 318: ...leaned 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 repe...

Page 319: ...s 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 LE...

Page 320: ...ust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 If grease or tar is present on the material spot clean the a...

Page 321: ...and door drain holes free from packed dirt FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and prote...

Page 322: ...C 53 A Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover U S only ZC 14 Motorcraft Tire Clean...

Page 323: ...Keep all open flames and other burning cigarettes material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely lat...

Page 324: ...under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood 2008 Mountainee...

Page 325: ...e oil dipstick out of view 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Power distribution box 5 Battery 6 Power steering fluid reservoir 7 Radiator cap 8 Engine coolant reservoir 9 Air filter assembly 10 Washer fluid r...

Page 326: ...l dipstick 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Power distribution box 6 Battery 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Radiator cap 9 Engine coolant reservoir 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2008 Mountaineer m...

Page 327: ...ining 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 i...

Page 328: ...r To prolong the life of the wiper blades it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro e...

Page 329: ...appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake...

Page 330: ...level is between the lower and upper holes the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the lower hole add enough oil to raise the level within the lower and upper holes 4 0L V...

Page 331: ...ded viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the upper hole on the engine...

Page 332: ...n WSS M2C929 A Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty Change your en...

Page 333: ...performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage th...

Page 334: ...u plan to store your vehicle for an extended period of time This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle...

Page 335: ...2 Put the gearshift in P Park turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the...

Page 336: ...Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant sectio...

Page 337: ...ehicle in this chapter If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant t...

Page 338: ...Do not add mix an orange colored extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant meeting Ford specification WSS M97B44 D or DEX COOL brand with the factory filled coolant Mixi...

Page 339: ...e pressure releases 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap 5 Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant...

Page 340: ...e coolant in this section Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates less than 34 F 36 C It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50 NEVER increase the coolant conc...

Page 341: ...oil overheat the vehicle s fail safe modes will reduce engine power to limit engine damage even with a total loss of coolant The vehicle s range and or speed will be reduced depending on vehicle load...

Page 342: ...soon as safely possible and turn off the engine 2 Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer 3 If this is not possible wait approximately 15 minutes for the engine to cool 4 Check th...

Page 343: ...or mishandled Gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before r...

Page 344: ...ediately if you experience an adverse reaction When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smoke while refueling Fuel vapor is extremely...

Page 345: ...filler cap may not be properly installed The light or message can come on after several driving events after you ve refueled your vehicle At the next opportunity safely pull off of the road remove the...

Page 346: ...iorate more rapidly Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Re...

Page 347: ...Charter Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality per the recommendations in the Choosing the Right Fuel section Running out of fuel Avoid run...

Page 348: ...e is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving ra...

Page 349: ...ally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Driving style good driving and fuel economy habits Gi...

Page 350: ...checks found in scheduled maintenance information Conditions Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy app...

Page 351: ...ed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performa...

Page 352: ...overnment emission standards The OBD II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle When the Service engine soon indicator illuminates the OBD II system has detected...

Page 353: ...ion has just been serviced or the battery has recently run down or been replaced the OBD II system may indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing To determine if the vehicle is ready for I...

Page 354: ...ing the level until it reaches the correct operating range Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid...

Page 355: ...on operation and result in damage to internal transmission components TRANSFER CASE FLUID IF EQUIPPED Turn off the power running boards if equipped before working under the vehicle jacking or placing...

Page 356: ...anced If undercoating the vehicle protect the driveshaft and universal joints to prevent overspray of any undercoating material AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriat...

Page 357: ...w air filter element Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not proper...

Page 358: ...e PCV valve Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part The customer warranty may be void for...

Page 359: ...es and rotors seat tracks fuel filler door hinge and spring hood latch auxiliary latch seat tracks Multi Purpose Grease XG 4 or XL 5 ESB M1C93 B Door weatherstrips Silicone Spray Lubricant XL 6 ESR M1...

Page 360: ...6L engine without auxiliary climate control 13 9 quarts 13 2L Engine coolant 4 6L engine with auxiliary climate control 15 7 quarts 14 9L Cooling system stop leak pellets Motorcraft Cooling System St...

Page 361: ...V Automatic transmission 6R60 fluid 11 2 quarts 10 6L 3 Motorcraft MERCON SP ATF 5 XT 6 QSP MERCON SP Rear axle fluid 3 5 pints 1 7L Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY 75W140 QL W...

Page 362: ...nt of transmission fluid and fluid level should be checked by a qualified technician 4 Automatic transmissions that require MERCON V should only use MERCON V fluid or fluid that is specified dual usag...

Page 363: ...1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 Ignition system EDIS Coil on Plug Spark plug gap 0 052 0 056 inch 1 32 1 42 mm 0 040 0 050 inch 1 02 1 27 mm 1 Compression ratio 9 7 1 9 8 1 1 Spark plug gap is not adjustable Engine d...

Page 364: ...ated The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure B Pillar by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door Vehicle identification number VIN The veh...

Page 365: ...Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number TRANSMISSION TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission transaxle code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label The following...

Page 366: ...ll 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...

Page 367: ...mission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle...

Page 368: ...59 Auxiliary input jack Line in 40 Auxiliary power point 100 Axle lubricant specifications 359 refill capacities 359 B Battery 334 acid treating emergencies 334 jumping a disabled battery 300 maintena...

Page 369: ...de the U S and Canada 312 Getting roadside assistance 278 Getting the service you need 307 Ordering additional owner s literature 313 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 311 D Daytime running...

Page 370: ...ates 351 detergent in fuel 347 filling your vehicle with fuel 343 345 348 filter specifications 342 358 fuel pump shut off switch 280 improving fuel economy 348 octane rating 346 363 quality 346 runni...

Page 371: ...ior lamps 89 replacing bulbs 93 Liftgate 133 remote release 142 Lights warning and indicator 12 anti lock brakes ABS 253 Load limits 233 Loading instructions 239 Locks autolock 135 137 childproof 140...

Page 372: ...larm 142 replacing the batteries 144 Reverse sensing system 268 Roadside assistance 278 Roof rack 134 S Safety Belt Maintenance 181 Safety belts see Safety restraints 166 169 174 Safety Canopy 190 192...

Page 373: ...290 293 294 terminology 215 tire grades 214 treadwear 214 218 Towing 240 recreational towing 245 trailer towing 240 wrecker 305 Transfer case fluid checking 355 Transmission 260 brake shift interlock...

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