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Lincoln 2006 Mark LT, Owner'S Manual

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1. Position the child safety seat in a
seat with a combination lap and
shoulder belt.

2. Pull down on the shoulder belt
and then grasp the shoulder belt
and lap belt together.

3. While holding the shoulder and
lap belt portions together, route the
tongue through the child seat
according to the child seat
manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure
the belt webbing is not twisted.

2006 Mark LT

(mlt)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA

(fus)

Seating and Safety Restraints

110

Summary of Contents for 2006 Mark LT

Page 1: ...ic temperature control 21 Rear window defroster 23 Lights 24 Headlamps 24 Turn signal control 27 Bulb replacement 29 Driver Controls 34 Windshield wiper washer control 34 Power windows 40 Mirrors 42 Speed control 44 Message center 52 Tailgate 60 Locks and Security 63 Keys 63 Locks 63 Anti theft system 74 Table of Contents 1 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus ...

Page 2: ... Trailer towing 146 Recreational towing 150 Driving 151 Starting 151 Brakes 155 Transmission operation 157 Roadside Emergencies 174 Getting roadside assistance 174 Hazard flasher switch 175 Fuel pump shut off switch 175 Fuses and relays 176 Jump starting 183 Wrecker towing 188 Customer Assistance 189 Reporting safety defects U S only 197 Cleaning 198 Table of Contents 2 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Gui...

Page 3: ...ll 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 permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2004 Ford Motor Company Table of Contents 3 2006 Mark LT...

Page 4: ...ia www ford com au Additional owner information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on the Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is a...

Page 5: ... 70 mph 112 km h and do not make starts at full throttle This style of driving will help the engine and other parts of your vehicle break in at the heavier loads Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break in oils during the first few thousand miles kilometers of operation since these additives may prevent piston ring seating See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter...

Page 6: ...he vehicle was traveling and where the driver was positioning the steering wheel To access this information special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement other government authorities or other third ...

Page 7: ...e increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs However drivers must not compromise their own or others safety when using such equipment Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits Mobile Commun...

Page 8: ...arning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 8 ...

Page 9: ...Engine Coolant 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 Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check fuel cap Low tire warning 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 9 ...

Page 10: ...rned to the ON position to check the bulb Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter If the light is blinking engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter Drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration an...

Page 11: ...angerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately Anti lock brake system If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash a malfunction has been detected have the system serviced immediately Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated Air ...

Page 12: ...trol Illuminates when the speed control is activated Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If the indicators stay on or flash faster check for a burned out bulb High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in t...

Page 13: ...ature the needle will be in the normal range between H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Instrument Cluster 13 ...

Page 14: ... the scale may damage the engine Battery voltage gauge Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range have the vehicle s electrical system checked as soon as possible Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil pressure The needle should stay in the normal operating range between L and H If the needle falls...

Page 15: ...ay vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade The arrow next to the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located For more information refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Instrument Cluster 15 ...

Page 16: ...g media 3 Menu Press to toggle through the following modes Autoset Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM FM1 FM2 Use SEEK to turn on off When the six strongest stations are filled the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations the system will store the last one in the remai...

Page 17: ...azz RB Religious Rock Soft Top 40 RDS only available in FM mode must be activated to access Find and Show functions To activate press and hold MENU until RDS ON OFF appears in the display Use SEEK to toggle RDS ON OFF Press MENU repeatedly to scroll through Find Show and RDS When RDS is Off you will not be able to access Find and Show functions Find Allows you to search RDS equipped stations for t...

Page 18: ...uffle Press to play the tracks in random order 8 FOLDER Press to access next folder on MP3 discs if folders are available 9 FOLDER press to access the previous folder on MP3 discs if folders are available 10 Fast forward Press to manually advance in a CD track 11 Rewind Press to manually reverse in a CD track 12 Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band AM FM tune to a station press an...

Page 19: ...s to eject a CD Press and hold to auto eject all CDs present in the system If there is no CD present the display will read NO CD 20 CD slot Insert a CD label side up FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment System FES Refer to the DVD Supplement Guide for further information on your system GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies AM and FM...

Page 20: ...ed to play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to...

Page 21: ...r decrease the fan speed To return to automatic fan operation press AUTO 3 Heated mirrors Press to activate deactivate This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more information 4 Passenger heated seat control Press to heat the passenger seat Press once to activate high heat two indicator lights Press again to activate low h...

Page 22: ... MAX A C 12 A C control Press to activate deactivate air conditioning Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency Engages automatically in AUTO defrost and floor defrost 13 OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate 14 Temperature control Press to increase decrease the temperature in the vehicle cabin 15 AUTO To engage automatic temperature control press A...

Page 23: ...el vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER R The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to defrost your rear windshield from fog and thin ice If equipped it also operates the heated mirror to re...

Page 24: ...80 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to OFF See Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter To turn autolamps on rotate the control counterclockwise to To turn autolamps off rotate the control clockwise to Foglamp control The headlamp control also operates the foglamps The foglamps can be turned on only when the headlamp control is in the or position and the high beams are not turned o...

Page 25: ...g inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Pull the lever towards you to deactivate Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activa...

Page 26: ...ground 3 25 feet 7 6 meters 4 Horizontal reference line 2 Measure the height from the center of your headlamp indicated by a 3 0 mm circle on the lens to the ground and mark an 8 foot 2 4 meter horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height a piece of masking tape works well 3 Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood Cover one of th...

Page 27: ...orizontal line 6 HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON ADJUSTABLE 7 Repeat Steps 3 5 for the other headlamp 8 Close the hood and turn off the lamps TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to activate the left turn signal Push up to activate the right turn signal INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps To turn on the map lamps press the control next to each lamp 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 ...

Page 28: ...r map lamp if equipped The rear map lamp lights are located on the end of the overhead rail system The lamps can be turned on or off by pushing on the lens Dome courtesy lamps if equipped The dome lamp lights when any door is opened the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated up until the courtesy lamps come on any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF The reading port...

Page 29: ...is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America and an E for Europe to assure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs wi...

Page 30: ...ee your dealer Replacing headlamp bulbs 1 Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position and open the hood 2 At the top and inboard side of the headlamp peel the protective cover back and loosen the three retaining screws 3 Once the three retaining screws have been removed disengage the tab at the top center of the headlamp assembly by lifting it up 4 Slide headlamp assembly forward di...

Page 31: ...amps are operated Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing front parking lamp turn signal sidemarker bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position and open the hood 2 At the top and inboard side of the headlamp peel the protective cover back and loosen the three retaining screws 3 Once the three retaining screws have been removed disengage the tab at the top center of the he...

Page 32: ...headlamp control is in the OFF position 2 Open the tailgate to expose the lamp assembly screws and remove the two screws from the tail lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the lamp assembly straight rearward from the tailgate pillar to disengage two hidden snap in retainers 4 Remove bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise 5 Pull bulb straight out of socket and press in the new ...

Page 33: ...p by turning counterclockwise 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing exterior mounted mirror turn signal indicator lamp bulbs For bulb replacement see a dealer or qualified technician Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper To change the license plate lamp bulbs 1 Reach behind...

Page 34: ...ngle from the wiper arm Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm 2 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance Poor wiper quality can sometimes be improved by cleaning the wiper blades refer to Windows and ...

Page 35: ...ired position While holding the steering wheel pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column Never adjust the steering column when the vehicle is moving ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR IF EQUIPPED Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 35 ...

Page 36: ...everal features that can be operated 1 To open the bins move the center latch forward which will allow the door to be opened 2 The latches on the side of the bins are to enable the user to remove the bin or add a dealer purchased feature Sliding the bins on the rails may cause damage to the headliner The removable bins are to be snapped into place not slid Overhead Storage Bins When on the overhea...

Page 37: ...l under certain conditions Bin Removal Attach and remove bins from the rail using the following instructions Place both palms on the underside of the storage bin avoiding the storage bin door Push upwards with palms 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 37 ...

Page 38: ...UXILIARY POWER POINT 12VDC Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any other object in the power outlet for this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse 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 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 38 ...

Page 39: ... located on the lower rear side of the center console The power point is accessible from the rear seats Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used Cigarette Cigar lighter if equipped Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating this will damage the lighter element and socket The lighter ...

Page 40: ...Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows They may seriously injure themselves When closing the power windows you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window Press and hold the top part ...

Page 41: ...not illuminate when the window control is in the LOCKED position Press the right side to restore the window controls Power Sliding Back Window To operate the power sliding back window the ignition switch must be in the Run or Accessory position Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open window all the way to the full open position Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch t...

Page 42: ... from behind the vehicle it will automatically adjust darken to minimize glare The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R Reverse to ensure a bright clear view when backing up Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors 1 Rotate...

Page 43: ...or housing will blink This feature provides an indicator to the driver that the vehicle turn signal is working properly POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS IF EQUIPPED The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P Park position Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal Press the bottom of the control t...

Page 44: ...nce 1 Press the ON control and release it 2 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 vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to re...

Page 45: ...p function Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts 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 two ways to reduce a set speed Press and hold the CST coast control until you get to the desired speed then releas...

Page 46: ...s will erase your vehicle s previously set speed Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control features Audio control features Press to select AM FM1 FM2 TAPE if equipped CD if equipped FES DVD if equipped or FES AUX if equipped In AM FM1 or FM2 mode P...

Page 47: ...trol is located on the overhead console Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle They may seriously hurt themselves Note The moon roof will open to the comfort position first before opening all the way The comfort position helps to alleviate rumbling wind noise which may happen in the vehicle with the roof fully opened 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide po...

Page 48: ...losed when the glass panel is shut To close the shade pull it toward the front of the vehicle When closing the moon roof you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM The HomeLink威 Wireless Control System located on the driver s visor provides a convenient way to replace up ...

Page 49: ...t a new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink威 for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal 1 Press and hold the two outside buttons releasing only when the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not repeat Step 1 to program additional hand held transmitters to the remaining two HomeLink威 buttons This ...

Page 50: ...e and color of the button may vary by manufacturer Note There are 30 seconds in which to initiate Step 8 8 Return to the vehicle and firmly press hold for two seconds and release the HomeLink威 button Repeat the press hold release sequence again and depending on the brand of the garage door opener or other rolling code equipped device repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming Ho...

Page 51: ...he hand held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time In the event that there are still programming difficulties contact HomeLink威 at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Erasing HomeLink姞 buttons To erase the three programmed buttons individual buttons cannot be erased Press and hold the two outer HomeLink威 buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release bot...

Page 52: ...y of status preceded by a brief indicator chime The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime If equipped with an outside temperature display it will display in the instrument cluster all the time except when a warning message is present Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions sh...

Page 53: ... have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones A correct zone setting will eliminate this error Refer to Compass zone calibration adjustment Compass zone calibration adjustment 1 Determine your magnetic zone by referring to the zone ...

Page 54: ...ion 9 Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 3 mph 5 km h until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED It will take up to five circles to complete calibration 10 The compass is now calibrated Distance to empty DTE Selecting this function from the INFO menu estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal drivin...

Page 55: ...l up Differences in the automatic shut off points on the fuel pumps at service stations Variations in top off procedure from one fill up to another Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0 1 gallon liter 1 Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles 8 km with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average 2 Record the highway fuel economy for future reference It is important to p...

Page 56: ...age or a warning message for three seconds Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored The sequence of the system check report and how it appears in the message center is as follows 1 FUEL LEVEL 2 ENGINE TEMP 3 OIL PRESSURE 4 BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 5 CHARGING SYSTEM Units English Metric 1 Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units...

Page 57: ...for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off 1 To disable enable the autolamp delay feature select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode 2 Press the RESET control to turn the autolamp delay ON or OFF Language 1 Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed 2 Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through ea...

Page 58: ...has been completed This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle Warning display Status Door ajar Warning can be reset Low fuel level Warning returns after 10 minutes Check charging system Low brake fluid level Low oil pressure Check engine temperature Reduced engine power Stop engine safely Check fuel cap Warning returns after the ignition key is turned from...

Page 59: ... the brake system should be inspected immediately Refer to Brake fluid reservoir in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter LOW OIL PRESSURE Displayed when the engine oil pressure is low If this warning message is displayed check the level of the engine oil Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for information about adding engine oil If the oil level is OK and this w...

Page 60: ...our tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading 1 Lower the tailgate 2 Use a screwdriver to pry the spring clip on each connector past the head of the support screw Disconnect cable 3 Disconnect the other cable 4 Lift tailgate to a 45 degree angle from horizontal 5 Lift right side off of its hinge 6 Lift tailgate to a 80 degree angle from horizontal 7 Remove tailgate from left side hinge ...

Page 61: ...osition The locking clip screws below the middle bar can be tightened counterclockwise for extra security Note If the red marking on the shaft is visible the bed extender is not locked or properly secured To stow the bed extender follow Steps 1 through 4 in reverse order The bed extender may be used to secure a load of up to 100 lb 46 kg on the tailgate The bed extender should always be kept in th...

Page 62: ...p screws are loose before removing the extender 3 Press the locking clips below the middle bar on each side and lift the extender out of the bed Note Remove and store the bed extender when not in use To install the bed extender follow the removal procedure in reverse order 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 62 ...

Page 63: ...s Press control to lock all vehicle doors Smart unlocking feature The smart unlocking feature helps prevent you from locking yourself out of your vehicle With the key in any ignition position The driver s door will automatically unlock if it is locked by the driver s power lock control while the driver s door is open The vehicle may still be locked with the key in the ignition and performing one o...

Page 64: ...d with RS 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 interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The ty...

Page 65: ...s The parklamps will flash 2 Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed and locked Note The doors will lock again the horn will chirp once and the parklamps will flash once more If any of the doors are not properly closed the horn will make two quick chirps and the parklamps will not flash Power door lock unlock disable feature The lock and unlock feature...

Page 66: ...ode has been activated 4 Within five seconds press the control two times Note One horn chirp should be heard indicating the system has been disabled Conversely a horn chirp followed by a honk will indicated the system is enabled Pressing the power door button two times again will turn the feature ON if it was previously OFF or OFF if it was previously ON Every two consecutive presses of the button...

Page 67: ...and then press the 1 or 2 control on the driver s door panel to which you would like to associate with Driver 1 or Driver 2 positions 4 Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired Deactivating the memory feature To deactivate this feature 1 Press the SET control on the driver s door seat 2 Within 5 five seconds press any control on the remote transmitter which you would like to...

Page 68: ...attery Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity 5 Snap the two halves back together Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lost and you wou...

Page 69: ...remote transmitter has been programmed If more than 20 seconds pass before pressing a remote transmitter button the programming mode will exit and the procedure will have to be repeated Repeat the previous step to program additional remote transmitters The locks will cycle once to confirm that each remote transmitter has been programmed When you have completed programming the remote transmitters t...

Page 70: ...mps and parking lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to any position other than the 1 OFF LOCK position or the user activates a lock feature using either the remote keyless transmitter or the keypad Enabling disabling the perimeter lighting feature Your vehicle comes with the perimeter lighting feature enabled All vehicle doors must be closed before beginning the procedure You must...

Page 71: ...doors when all the doors are closed the ignition is in the 3 ON position you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion and the brake pedal is released and the vehicle attains a speed greater than 5 mph 8 km h The autolock feature repeats when any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the 3 ON position and the brake pedal is released and the vehicle attains a speed greater tha...

Page 72: ...y OFF or OFF if it was previously ON The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short chirp and one long honk if autolock was activated 5 Turn the ignition to the 1 OFF LOCK position to exit programming Note After exiting the driver configuration mode the horn will chirp once to indicate a feature has been activated deactivated Keyless entry key pad procedure 1 Turn the igni...

Page 73: ...n personal entry code 1 Enter the factory set code keypad will illuminate when pressed 2 Within five seconds press the 1 2 on the keypad 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other 4 After the code is entered the locks will cycle confirming that the new code has been set Tips Do not set a code that uses five of the same number Do not use five nu...

Page 74: ...ss entry keypad To unlock the driver s door enter the factory set 5 digit code or your personal code Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each other Note The driver s door will unlock and the interior lamps will illuminate after the factory set 5 digit code or your personal code are correctly entered To unlock all doors press the 3 4 control within five seconds To lock all doors pres...

Page 75: ...he coded key and restart the engine Theft indicator The theft indicator is located on top of the instrument panel When the ignition is in the 1 OFF LOCK position the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock娂 system is functioning as a theft deterrent When the ignition is in the 3 ON position the indicator will glow for 3 seconds to indicate normal system functionality I...

Page 76: ... coded keys are not available you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare coded key s programmed Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin 1 Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from the 1 OFF LOCK position to the 3 ON position maintain ignition in the 3 ON position for at least one second but no more t...

Page 77: ...6 To program additional new unprogrammed key s repeat Steps 1 through 5 If successful the new coded key s will start the vehicle s engine and the theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out If not successful the new coded key s will not start the vehicle s engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off and you may repeat Steps 1 through 5 If failure repeats bring your v...

Page 78: ... the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop Adjustable head restraints Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head The head restraints can be moved up and down Push control to lower head restraint 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Saf...

Page 79: ...igher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop 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 personal injuries in the event of a collision The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press the fr...

Page 80: ...e While the light is illuminated press control 1 To program position two repeat the previous procedure using control 2 A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park A memory position may be programmed at any time Heated seats To operate the heated seats do the following Push control located on the instrument panel to set at high heat Push control again to set at low he...

Page 81: ...ead or as close to that position as possible The head restraints can be moved up and down Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head Push control to lower head restraint Folding up the rear seats The rear seat has a split 60 40 cushion Each seat cushion can be flipped up into the seatback position 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA ...

Page 82: ...ystem姟 The Personal Safety System娂 provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag related injuries The system is able to analyze different occupant classifications and conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variet...

Page 83: ... designed to activate only in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollovers side impacts or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints The dual stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbag inflation energy A lower less forceful energy level is provided for more common moderate ...

Page 84: ...y use appropriate child restraints The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the passenger front airbag when a rear facing child seat a forward facing child restraint or a booster seat is detected Even with this technology parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat The sensor also turns off the airbag when the passenger seat is empty t...

Page 85: ...ster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System娂 is not required The Restraints Control Module RCM monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt buckl...

Page 86: ...ly injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is m...

Page 87: ... from the buckle Energy management retractors Your vehicle has a seat belt system equipped with energy management retractors at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions An energy management retractor is a device which pays out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help further reduce the risk of force related injuries to the occupant Seat belt systems equipped...

Page 88: ...ot be made to lock up by pulling quickly on the belt 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 Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front outboard and rear seating...

Page 89: ... all outboard seating positions except the driver position which does not have this feature must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all seat belts should be checked for proper function BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly automatic locking retractor f...

Page 90: ...f the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in the activation of the safety belt pretensioners Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Safety belt usage sensors The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt buckles are equi...

Page 91: ...increase the risk of injury in a collision Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts Conditions of operation If Then The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The safety belt warning light illuminates 1...

Page 92: ...er娂 feature The warnings are the same for the driver and the front passenger If the BeltMinder娂 warnings have expired warnings for approximately 5 minutes for one occupant driver or front passenger the other occupant can still activate the BeltMinder娂 feature If Then The driver s and front passenger s safety belts are buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or less than 1 2...

Page 93: ...36700 crashes occur every day The more we drive the more we are exposed to rare events even for good drivers 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime I m not going far 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home Belts are uncomfortable We design our safety belts to enhance comfort If you are uncomfortable try different positions for the safety belt upper anchora...

Page 94: ...od idea People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE Safety belts help prevent ejection WE CAN T PICK OUR CRASH Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt Minder chime Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident To disable one time or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below One time disable If at any ti...

Page 95: ...itch to the RUN or ON position DO NOT START THE ENGINE 2 Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off Approximately 1 minute Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off 3 For the seating position being disabled buckle then unbuckle the safety belt 9 times ending in the unbuckled state Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety bel...

Page 96: ... nicks tears or cuts Replace if necessary All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front safety belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Ford Motor Company recommen...

Page 97: ...ag supplemental restraint system consists of driver and passenger dual stage airbag modules which include the inflators and airbags one or more impact and safing sensors the same indicator light RCM restraints control module and diagnostic unit used for the Personal safety system Front passenger sensing system Passenger airbag off indicator light The airbag supplemental restraints are an integral ...

Page 98: ...he infant when the airbag inflates is substantial The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest and the driver airbag cover Never place your arms or feet over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious fractures or other injuries To properly position yourself away from the airbag Mov...

Page 99: ...g is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center front seating position Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end body structure and tow hooks may affect the performance of the airbag system increasing the risk of injury Do not modify the front end of the vehicle Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sen...

Page 100: ...ont of an active airbag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains sufficient longitudinal deceleration The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means...

Page 101: ...juries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag cover as possible while maintaining vehicle control Several airbag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the a...

Page 102: ...ssenger sensing system The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or not The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal ...

Page 103: ...tor is not lit then turn the vehicle off remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s directions The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the right front passenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat When the passenge...

Page 104: ...senger sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat cushion For most objects that are in the front passenger seat the passenger airbag will be disabled Even though the passenger airbag is disabled the pass airbag off light may or may not be illuminated according to the table below Objects Pass Airbag Off Indicator Light Passenger Airbag Empty seat Unlit Disabled Small i e 3...

Page 105: ...em in safety seats made especially for children Many states require that children use approved booster seats until they are eight years old Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle When possible always place children under age 12 in the rear seat of your vehicle Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when ...

Page 106: ...of a belt positioning booster Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably for growing children When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddle...

Page 107: ...h can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb 18 kg The shoulder belt should cross the chest resting snugly on the center of the shoulder The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips never up high across the stomach If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under ...

Page 108: ...afety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision When installing a child safety seat Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System section in this chapter Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position the buckle closest to the direction the tongue...

Page 109: ...ors refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter For more information of LATCH anchors refer to Attaching safety seats with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children attachments in this chapter Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be...

Page 110: ...grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 110 ...

Page 111: ...tic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out and a click is heard 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 7 Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat 2006 ...

Page 112: ...ch use Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap The passenger seats of your vehicle are equipped...

Page 113: ...sion greatly increases Rear seat tether strap attachment There are three loops of webbing just above the back of the rear seat along the bottom edge of the rear window These loops are to be used as both routing loops and anchor loops for up to three child safety seat tether straps For example the center loop can be used as a routing loop for a child safety seat in the center rear seat and as an an...

Page 114: ...f using the driver s side pass the strap behind the shoulder belt mounting for the center seat Always put the tether strap through the routing loop The head restraint support post will hold the child seat tightly but the head restraint post is not strong enough to hold the child seat during a collision 3 Install the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or safety belts Follow the instr...

Page 115: ...eats and are further apart than the pairs of lower anchors for child seat installation at other seats DO NOT install child seats with LATCH attachments rigid or mounted on belt webbing to the lower anchors at the center rear seat If you install a child seat at the center rear position use the vehicle belt and the top tether anchor Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor In a c...

Page 116: ...eeping the child seat just touching the 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 tilt the child seat from side to side Also try to tug the seat forward Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a ch...

Page 117: ...y 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 wear safety belts and children infants must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection Study your Owner s Guide and any supplements for specific information about equipment...

Page 118: ...fident 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 vehicles Always drive at a safe speed How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other vehicles in a few noticeable ways Your vehicle may be Higher to allow highe...

Page 119: ...ire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Reg...

Page 120: ...ipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grade...

Page 121: ...Cold inflation pressure The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an hour or more and prior to the vehicle being driven for 1 mile 1 6 km Recommended inflation pressure The cold inflation pressure found on the tire label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door B pillar The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front doo...

Page 122: ...f road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended Inflating your tires Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure including the spare if equipped at least monthly and before long trips You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rathe...

Page 123: ...essure Check your tire pressures frequently and adjust them to the proper pressure which can be found on the tire label or certification label If you are checking tire pressure when the tire is hot i e driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km never bleed or reduce air pressure The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures A hot tire at or below re...

Page 124: ...f loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could cause steering suspension axle or transfer case power transfer unit failure If you have questions regarding tire replacement see an authorized Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Make sure all tires and wheels on the vehicle are of the same size type tread design brand loa...

Page 125: ...oon as possible It is not recommended that the vehicle be operated in 4WD modes with a temporary emergency spare tire If 4WD operation is necessary do not operate above speeds of 10 mph 16 km h or for distances above 50 miles 80 km When driving with the temporary emergency spare tire do not Exceed 50 mph 80 km h Exceed 2000 miles 3200 km Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed o...

Page 126: ...ard of the rear bumper Jack jack handle and lug nut wrench Under the rear seat on the passenger side Removing the spare tire 1 Use the ignition key to remove the lock cylinder from the access hole of the bumper to allow access to the guide tube Assemble the jack handle as shown in the illustration 2 Fully insert the jack handle through the bumper hole and into the guide tube through the access hol...

Page 127: ... located with the jack for detailed tire change instructions 1 Park on a level surface activate hazard flashers and set the parking brake 2 Place gearshift lever in P Park and turn engine OFF 3 Block the diagonally opposite wheel 4 Obtain the spare tire and jack from their storage locations 5 Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim 6 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn countercl...

Page 128: ...ng or slipping off the jack even if the transmission is in P Park To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change the tire be sure that the parking brake is set and the diagonally opposite wheel is blocked If the vehicle slips off the jack someone could be seriously injured Front Note Use the frame rail as the jacking location point NOT the control arm Rear 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 20...

Page 129: ...ing the jack handle counterclockwise 11 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification 12 Stow the flat tire Refer to Stowing the flat spare tire 13 Stow the jack and lug wrench Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive 14 Unblock the wheels St...

Page 130: ... this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tire pressure every six months as per your scheduled maintenance information or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of other components 6 If removed install the spare tire lock if equipped into the bumper drive tube with the spare tire lock key if equipped and jack handle WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten...

Page 131: ...ire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO European Tire and Rim Technical Organization or JATMA Japan Tire Manufacturing Association 2 215 Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 65 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to w...

Page 132: ...6 mph 299 km h Note For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph 240 km h tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph 299 km h tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR 8 U S DOT Tire Identification Number TIN This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or lette...

Page 133: ... C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under contro...

Page 134: ... Limits 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 defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a s...

Page 135: ...sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Location of the tire label You will find a tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information located on the B Pillar or the edge of the...

Page 136: ...nd should be replaced Inspect your tires frequently for any of the following conditions and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist Fabric showing through the tire rubber Bulges in the tread or sidewalls Cracks or cuts on the sidewalls Cracks in the tread groove Impact damage resulting from use Separation in the tread Separation in the sidewall Severe abrasion on the sidewall...

Page 137: ...tire is under inflated or damaged deflate it remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires If your ve...

Page 138: ... uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation Note Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire wheel A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires ...

Page 139: ...Do not use tire chains on dry roads The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains VEHICLE LOADING WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and or trailer to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability with or without ...

Page 140: ... equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the tire label in order to determine the new payload The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity how much space is available or by payload capacity how much weight the vehicle should carry Once you have reached the maximum payload of y...

Page 141: ...l weight added to the Base Curb Weight including cargo and optional equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 141 ...

Page 142: ...ad on each axle must never exceed its GAWR Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury Note For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide pr...

Page 143: ...ontrol and personal injury GCW Gross Combined Weight is the weight of the loaded vehicle GVW plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer including all cargo and passengers that the vehicle can handle without risking damage Important The towing vehicle s braking system is rated for operation at G...

Page 144: ...l Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limitations Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and or personal injury Steps for determining the correc...

Page 145: ...rgo and luggage capacity You and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down you have room for 12 100 lb 45 kg bags of cement Do you have enough load capacity to transport the cement to your home If you and your friend each weigh...

Page 146: ...following charts A 7 pin connector is provided at the vehicle s hitch If your vehicle is not equipped with a heavy duty trailer towing package the maximum weight your vehicle can tow is limited to 5 000 lb 2 268 kg Your vehicle s load capacity is designated by weight not by volume so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle Towing a trailer places an additional load on...

Page 147: ...ad in your trailer so that 10 15 of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue Load equalizing hitch When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch always use the following procedure 1 Park the unloaded vehicle on a level surface With the ignition on and all doors closed allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes so that it can level 2 Measure the height of a reference point on ...

Page 148: ...ver 2 000 lbs 907 kg The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles Make sure all running lights brake lights turn signals and hazard lights are working See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps Using a step bumper if equipped The rear...

Page 149: ...ler tongue weight should be 10 15 of the loaded trailer weight After you have traveled 50 miles 80 km thoroughly check your hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts To aid in engine transmission cooling and A C efficiency during hot weather while stopped in traffic place the gearshift lever in P Park automatic transmission or N Neutral manual transmissions Vehicles with trailers sho...

Page 150: ...c shift transfer case Release the parking brake Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF position Place the transmission in N Neutral Do not exceed a distance of 50 miles 80 km Do not exceed 35 mph 56 km h vehicle speed The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure no damage is done to the internal transfer case components If a distance of 50 miles 80 km or a speed of 35 mph 56 km h m...

Page 151: ...n control system This system meets all Canadian Interference Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength 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 information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine ...

Page 152: ...matically have the vehicle checked If the vehicle is operated in a heavy snow storm or blowing snow conditions the 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 or ice away from the air induction inlet Do not allow the vehicle to idle for more tha...

Page 153: ...e key to 4 START Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly If a light fails to illuminate have the vehicle serviced If the driver s safety belt is fastened the light may not illuminate BRAKE 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driving 153 ...

Page 154: ...lock heater is strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach 10 F 23 C or below For best results plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle The heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Guarding agains...

Page 155: ...r as soon as ABS braking is done and normal brake operation resumes These are normal characteristics of the ABS and should be no reason for concern Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal do not pump 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 a...

Page 156: ...tops for more than a few seconds when the engine is running Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump reservoir fluid level below the MIN mark on 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 the steering wanders or pulls check for an improperly inflated tire uneven tire wear loos...

Page 157: ...ive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Loaded vehicle...

Page 158: ...mechanism by inserting a screwdriver into the latch slot as shown 3 Remove console finish panel assembly to expose the inside of the gearshift 4 Press and hold the white button located along side the shifter housing assembly as shown in the illustration Press the gearshift lever release on the shifter knob and move the gearshift lever back to N Neutral two places rearward from P Park 5 Start the v...

Page 159: ... operation When ambient temperature is 23 F 5 C or below and the engine coolant temperature is below 100 F 38 C light throttle upshifts may be slightly delayed Once the engine coolant temperature reaches 160 F 71 C the normal shift strategy will resume This is normal operation and will not affect the function or the durability of the transmission If the normal shift strategy does not resume once t...

Page 160: ...OCK 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 before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this position D Overdrive The normal driving position ...

Page 161: ...ly terrain heavy loads trailer towing and when engine braking is required To return to O D Overdrive 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 2 Second This position allows for second gear only Provides engine braking Use to start up on slippery roads To return to D Overdrive move the gears...

Page 162: ...er of obstacles 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 certain angular or moving objects To help avoid personal injury please read and understand the limitations of the reverse sensing system as contained in this section Reverse sensing is only an aid ...

Page 163: ...he tone will sound again The RSS may have reduced performance or an increased chance of false detection if the tailgate is not locked and in the upright position If the tailgate is down the RSS tone may be heard intermittently or continuously The tone may also be heard if items in the truck bed protrude rearward outside the bed The RSS automatically turns on when the gearshift lever is placed in R...

Page 164: ... vehicle see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter Four wheel drive 4WD supplies power to all four wheels 4WD should not be operated on dry pavement driveline damage may occur If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System and 4WD Low is selected while the vehicle is moving the 4WD system will not engage This is normal and should be no reason for concern Refer to Shifting to from 4WD L...

Page 165: ... Refer to Shifting to from 4L 4WD Low for proper operation Shifting between 2H 2WD High and 4H 4WD High Move the 4WD control between 2H and 4H at any forward speed up to 55 mph 88 km h Note Do not perform this operation at speeds above 45 mph 72 km h if the outside temperature is below 32 F 0 C Note Do not perform this operation if the rear wheels are slipping Note Some noise may be heard as the s...

Page 166: ...ering wheel motion make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside Do not grip the spokes Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving Map out your route before driving in the area To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle you must have all four wheels on ...

Page 167: ...rm satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If your vehicle gets stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears stopping betwee...

Page 168: ...usly could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another i e from concrete to gravel there will be a change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver steering acceleration or braking Again avoid these abrupt inputs Parking On some 4WD vehicles when the transfer case is in the N Neutral p...

Page 169: ...rate your vehicle Normal characteristics On some 4WD models the initial shift from two wheel drive to 4x4 while the vehicle is moving can cause some momentary clunk and ratcheting sounds This is the front drivetrain coming up to speed and the automatic locking hubs engaging and is not cause for concern Sand When driving over sand try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail Avoi...

Page 170: ...axle are submerged in water their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary Driving through deep water may damage the transmission If the front or rear axle is submerged in water the axle lubricant should be replaced After driving through mud clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage dr...

Page 171: ...resulting in loss of vehicle control Descend a hill in the same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating Do not descend in neutral instead disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear When descending a steep hill avoid sudden hard braking as you could lose control When you brake hard the front wheels can t turn and if they aren t t...

Page 172: ...mpty and durable load carrying capability For this reason Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts such as lift kits or stabilizer bars or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a...

Page 173: ...applying light pressure on the brake pedal Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes SNOWPLOWING Your vehicle is not recommended for snowplowing Ford makes no representation as to the suitability of your vehicle for snowplowing in particular regarding the potential for exceeding vehicle weight limits airbag SRS deployment sensitivity vehicle crash integrity or powertrain durabili...

Page 174: ...ccurrences within 12 month period towing of your disabled vehicle to the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership or your selling dealer if within 35 miles 56 3 km of the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership one tow per disablement Even non warranty related tows like accidents are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information ...

Page 175: ...sistance coverage you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty s Roadside Assistance expiring For more information and enrollment contact 1 877 294 2582 or visit our website at www ford ca HAZARD FLASHER The hazard flasher is located on the steering column just behind the steering wheel The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position or if the key is not in...

Page 176: ...ition ON 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to OFF 6 Make another check for leaks FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components Note Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using ...

Page 177: ...ompartment fuse panel power distribution box The fuse panel is located under the right hand side of the instrument panel Remove the trim panel and fuse box cover to access the fuses To remove the fuse box cover place a finger behind the PULL tab and your thumb above the PULL tab as shown in the illustration then pull the cover off To reinstall the fuse box cover place the top part of the cover on ...

Page 178: ... Brake on off switch 3 5A Power mirrors Memory seats and pedals 4 10A DVD battery power Power fold mirror 5 7 5A Keep alive memory for Powertrain Control Module PCM and climate control module 6 15A Parklamps BSM Instrument panel illumination 7 5A Radio start signal 8 10A Heated mirrors Switch indicator 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 178 ...

Page 179: ...relay coil ABS Reverse park aid EC mirror 15 5A Overdrive cancel Cluster 16 10A Brake shift interlock solenoid 17 15A Fog lamp relay R202 18 10A Run Start feed Overhead power point Electrochromatic mirror Heated seats BSM Compass RSS Reverse Sensing System 19 10A Restraints Air bag module 20 10A Battery feed for overhead power point 21 15A Cluster keep alive power 22 10A Delayed accessory power fo...

Page 180: ...Exhaust Gas Oxygen HEGO sensors 11 and 21 CMCV Mass Air Flow MAF sensor VCT 33 15A Shift solenoid CMS 12 and 22 34 20A Fuel injectors and PCM power 35 20A Instrument cluster high beam indicator High beam headlamps 36 10A Trailer tow right turn stop lamps 37 20A Rear power point 38 25A Subwoofer power 39 20A Instrument panel power point 40 20A Low beam headlamps DRL 41 20A Cigar lighter Diagnostic ...

Page 181: ...rror power 115 Not used 116 30A Blower motor 117 Not used 118 30A Heated seats 401 30A Circuit breaker Power windows Moonroof Power sliding backlite R01 Full ISO relay Starter solenoid R02 Full ISO relay Accessory delay R03 Full ISO relay Hi beam headlamps R04 Full ISO relay Heated backlite R05 Full ISO relay Trailer tow battery charge R06 Full ISO relay Blower motor R201 Half ISO relay Trailer to...

Page 182: ... 4x4 options The relays are coded as follows Fuse Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description F03 5A Clockspring illumination R01 Full ISO Relay 4x4 CCW R02 Full ISO Relay 4x4 CW R03 1 2 ISO Relay Daytime Running Lamps DRL high beam disable R201 Relay DRL R202 Relay A C clutch D01 Diode A C clutch 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 182 ...

Page 183: ...affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch...

Page 184: ...f the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 184 ...

Page 185: ...unding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased spe...

Page 186: ...jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 186 ...

Page 187: ...able 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 relearn its idle conditions 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 187 ...

Page 188: ... Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure On 4x2 vehicles it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground without dollies and the rear wheels off the ground On 4x4 vehicles it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehic...

Page 189: ... or 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 dealership 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies or procedures please conta...

Page 190: ...ed 1 800 232 5952 www customersaskford 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 vehicle please have the following information available when contacting the Lincoln Centre Your telephone number home and business The name of the dealer and the city where the d...

Page 191: ...reimburse 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 replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if wi...

Page 192: ...utes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle s performance as designed a request for reimbursement of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern is being reviewed items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty including maintenance and wear items alleged personal injury property damage claims cases currently in l...

Page 193: ... free phone number of the DSB s independent administrator Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will then be asked to submit statements To properly review your case the Board needs the following information Legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case The year make model and Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your vehicle ownershi...

Page 194: ... you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board s decision The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford and in some cases on the dealer but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law To request a DSB Brochure Application For a brochure application speak to your dealer or write call the Board at the following addres...

Page 195: ... 207 0685 FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan Ford ESP coverage It provides the following Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase such as reimbursement for rentals coverage for certain maintenance and wear items Protection against covered repair costs after your Bumper to Bump...

Page 196: ...ult in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you write or call FORD MOTOR COMPANY WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S ...

Page 197: ...r death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or...

Page 198: ...icle Immediately remove items such as gasoline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible If ...

Page 199: ...uct as you would a wax allow the cleaner to dry for a few minutes then wipe off the haze with a clean dry rag ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish In order to maintain their shine Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A which is available from your dealer Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agi...

Page 200: ... and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine 5 4L engine Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage PLASTIC NON PAINTED EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts These products are available from your d...

Page 201: ...f the rear window or to remove decals as it may cause damage to the rear window defroster s heated grid lines if equipped INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth then with a clean dry cloth or use Motorcraft Dash Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area hel...

Page 202: ...otective coating over the leather To clean use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 11 A Dry the area with a soft cloth To help maintain its resiliency and color use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit ZC 11 D available from your authorized dealer Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl and plastics or o...

Page 203: ... 40 A Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner U S only ZC 11 A Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser U S only ZC 20 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo Canada only CXC 66 A Motorcraft One Step Wash and Wax Concentrate ZC 6 A Motorcraft Paint Sealant ZC 45 Motorcraft Premium Car Wash Concentrate U S o...

Page 204: ...ormance in your vehicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE Do not work on a hot engine Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other burning cigarettes material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 S...

Page 205: ...ottom of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located on the front bumper under the grill 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 205 ...

Page 206: ... automatic transmission 3 Air filter assembly 4 Power steering fluid reservoir 5 Engine oil dipstick 6 Brake fluid reservoir 7 Engine coolant reservoir 8 Engine oil filler cap 9 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 206 ...

Page 207: ...5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident Note Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to t...

Page 208: ...l level is within this range the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below this mark engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range If required add engine oil to the engine Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 208 ...

Page 209: ...evel is not above the normal operating range on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise 1 4 of a turn until three clicks are heard or until the cap is fully seated To avoid possible oil loss DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level indicator and or the eng...

Page 210: ...Ford material and design specifications start up engine noises or knock may be experienced It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another brand meeting Ford specifications for your engine application BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service However for severe u...

Page 211: ...ift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners Keep batteries out of reach of children Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get ...

Page 212: ... reconnected Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner Follow your local authorized standards for disposal Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the mileage intervals listed in scheduled maintenance information Th...

Page 213: ... the engine coolant in the reservoir The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE as listed on the engine coolant reservoir depending upon application Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter If the engine coolant has not been checked at the r...

Page 214: ...stem Stop Leak Pellets VC 6 may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan Do not add mix an orange colored extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant VC 2 and VC 3 US or CXC 209 Canada meeting Ford specification WSS M97B44 D with the factory filled coolant Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant or any orange colore...

Page 215: ... until tightly installed Turn cap until click is heard felt to ensure it is tightly installed After any coolant has been added check the coolant concentration refer to Checking engine coolant section If the concentration is not 50 50 protection to 34 F 36 C drain some coolant and adjust the concentration It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50 50 coolant concentration Whenever cool...

Page 216: ...tration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40 NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine ...

Page 217: ...he engine power will be limited The air conditioning system will be disabled Continued operation will increase the engine temperature The engine will completely shut down Steering and braking effort will increase Once the engine temperature cools the engine can be re started Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine damage When fail safe mode is activated You h...

Page 218: ...and fire The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a col...

Page 219: ... can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline vapo...

Page 220: ...ntact with the fuel container while filling DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1 4 turn on off feature When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1 4 turn to remove it 3 Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe 4 To install ...

Page 221: ...ncluding manganese based additives Studies indicate that these additives can cause your vehicle s emission control system to deteriorate more rapidly In Canada premium grade fuel generally contains more metallic additives than regular fuel We recommend using regular grade fuel In Canada many fuels contain metallic additives but fuels free of such additives may be available check with your local fu...

Page 222: ...ds gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle Gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality Running out of fuel Avoid runni...

Page 223: ... combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve 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 range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indi...

Page 224: ...driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel economy under current driving conditions Additionally 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 Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to c...

Page 225: ...r Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance 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 approximately 1 mpg 0 4 km L is lost for every 400 lb 180 kg of weight carried Adding ...

Page 226: ...r vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly Use only the specified fuel listed Avoid running out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the ...

Page 227: ... the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle When the Check engine Service engine soon light illuminates the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check ...

Page 228: ... Next at least 20 minutes driving in stop and go city type traffic with at least four idle periods Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete POWER STEERING FLUID C...

Page 229: ...your dealer immediately TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly i e if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage ...

Page 230: ... inspect the fluid level The fluid should be in the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient temperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the ambient temperature is above 50 F 10 C Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 150 F 170 F 66 C 77 C on a level surface Th...

Page 231: ...e Lubricant specifications section in this chapter Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage If necessary add fluid in 1 2 pint 250 ml increments through the filler tube until the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or...

Page 232: ...ns Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for maintenance intervals If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings lubrication will also be necessary 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners G...

Page 233: ... this chapter Note Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running Air filter 1 Release two retainer clamps 2 Pull air filter tray assembly out toward front of vehicle and lift air filter element up and out of housing The air filter box needs to be free of any debris before installing a new air filter 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fm...

Page 234: ...uled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the 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 any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used 2 For spark plug replacement see your dealer or a qualifie...

Page 235: ...or Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada 5 4L engine 7 0 quarts 6 6L Fuel tank N A All 30 gallons 113 6L Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF All Fill to between MIN and MAX lines on reservoir Transfer case fluid Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF 4x4 vehicles 2 0 quarts 1 9L 2 Transmission fluid 3 Motorcraft MERCON威V ATF Automatic 4R75E 13 9 quarts 13 2L 4 Front axle Motorcraft SA...

Page 236: ...e MERCON威 type fluid However these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that require the MERCON威 V type fluid MERCON威 and MERCON威 V type fluids are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON威 and MERCON威 V Use of a transmission fluid that indicates dual usage MERCON威 and MERCON威 V in an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON威 may cause transmission damage Use of any fluid other t...

Page 237: ...y Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS M2C930 A and the API Certification mark LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number Ford specification Front axle 4X4 Motorcraft SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY 80W90 QL WSP M2C197 A Rear axle Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant 1 XY 75W140 QL WSL M2C192 A Brake fluid M...

Page 238: ...er plates fuel filler door hinge and door check arm Multi Purpose Grease XG 4 or XL 5 ESE M1C171 A Lock cylinders Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL 1 none Transmission steering parking brake linkages and pivots brake and clutch pedal shaft if equipped Premium Long Life Grease XG 1 C or XG 1 K ESA M1C75 B Power steering fluid transfer case fluid 4X4 Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF XT 2 QDX MERCON...

Page 239: ...sage fluids are not to be used in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON威 type fluid However these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that require the MERCON威 V type fluid MERCON威 and MERCON威 V type fluids are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON威 and MERCON威 V Use of a transmission fluid that indicates dual usage MERCON威 and MERCON威 V in an automatic transmission a...

Page 240: ...m 1 Overall length 223 8 5685 2 Overall width 78 9 2005 3 Overall height 4x2 4x4 73 5 1867 76 0 1931 4 Wheelbase 4x2 4x4 138 5 3518 138 5 3518 5 Track Front 67 0 1701 5 Track Rear 67 0 1701 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 240 ...

Page 241: ...t a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located The Certification label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 241 ...

Page 242: ...ontains the following information 1 World manufacturer identifier 2 Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating GVWR 3 Vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number Engine number The engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block and transmission XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 2006 Ma...

Page 243: ...on transaxle code on the vehicle certification label The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents Code Description B Four speed automatic 4R75E 2006 Mark LT mlt Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 243 ...

Page 244: ...d for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty This means that Genuine Lincoln Accessories purchased along with your new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of your New Vehicle s Limited Warranty 4 years or 50 000 miles 80 000 km whichever occurs first...

Page 245: ...cations Commission 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 should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly ...

Page 246: ...sabled battery 183 maintenance free 210 replacement specifications 234 servicing 210 Bed extender 61 Brakes 155 anti lock 155 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 155 fluid checking and adding 229 fluid refill capacities 235 fluid specifications 237 239 lubricant specifications 237 239 parking 156 shift interlock 157 Bulbs 29 C Capacities for refilling fluids 235 Cell phone use 7 Certification...

Page 247: ...tick automatic transmission fluid 229 engine oil 207 Doors lubricant specifications 237 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke 232 Driving under special conditions 162 167 170 sand 169 snow and ice 171 through water 170 172 DVD system 19 E Electronic message center 52 Emergencies roadside jump starting 183 Emergency Flashers 175 Emission control system 226 Engine 239 240 cleaning 200 coolant 212 ...

Page 248: ... safety information relating to automotive fuels 218 Fuel pump shut off switch 175 Fuses 176 177 G Garage Door Opener see Homelink wireless control system 48 Gas cap see Fuel cap 220 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 223 Gauges 13 H Hazard flashers 175 Head restraints 78 81 Headlamps 24 aiming 26 autolamp system 24 bulb specifications 29 daytime running lights 25 flash to pass 25 high beam 25 replacing...

Page 249: ...ildproof 64 doors 63 Lubricant specifications 237 239 Lug nuts 130 Lumbar support seats 79 M Message center 52 english metric button 56 system check button 56 warning messages 58 Mirrors 35 automatic dimming rearview mirror 42 heated 43 programmable memory 67 80 side view mirrors power 42 signal 43 Moon roof 47 Motorcraft parts 222 234 O Octane rating 221 Oil see Engine oil 207 P Parking brake 156...

Page 250: ...nts 82 Seats 78 child safety seats 108 heated 21 80 memory seat 67 80 SecuriLock passive anti theft system 76 Servicing your vehicle 204 Setting the clock AM FM In dash 6 CD 17 Snowplowing 6 173 Spare tire see Changing the Tire 126 Spark plugs specifications 234 239 240 Special notice ambulance conversions 7 utility type vehicles 7 Specification chart lubricants 237 239 Speed control 44 Starting y...

Page 251: ...9 fluid refill capacities 235 lubricant specifications 237 239 Turn signal 27 V Vehicle dimensions 240 241 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 242 Vehicle loading 139 Ventilating your vehicle 154 W Warning lights see Lights 10 Washer fluid 207 Water Driving through 172 Windows power 40 power down back window 41 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 34 checking and adding fluid 207 replacing wiper blade...

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