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Mercury 2006 Mariner, Owner'S Manual

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RECREATIONAL TOWING

An example of “recreational towing” is towing your vehicle behind a
motorhome.

If your vehicle is automatic transaxle equipped, with a 4x2 (front-wheel
drive only) configured powertrain, “recreational towing” is permitted by
trailering the vehicle with its front wheels on a dolly. This protects the
transmission’s internal mechanical components from potential lack of
lubrication damage.

If your vehicle is automatic transaxle equipped and 4WD (all-wheel
drive), “recreational towing” is permitted only if the vehicle is trailered
with all four (4) wheels off the ground. Otherwise, no “recreational
towing” is permitted.

If your vehicle is manual transaxle equipped and 2WD or 4WD, shifting
the transaxle into neutral permits “flat-towing” (all wheels on the
ground) for pulling behind a motorhome. Your vehicle, with well
designed towing equipment, may be towed up to a speed of 113 km/h
(70 mph) but you should always obey local speed limits.

For other towing requirements, refer to

Wrecker towing

in the

Roadside

Emergencies

chapter.

2006 Mariner (mrn)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)

Tires, Wheels and Loading

165

Summary of Contents for 2006 Mariner

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Page 2: ...ting and air conditioning 31 Rear window defroster 32 Lights 33 Headlamps 33 Turn signal control 37 Bulb replacement 39 Driver Controls 43 Windshield wiper washer control 43 Steering wheel adjustment 44 Power windows 46 Mirrors 50 Speed control 51 Message center 55 Locks and Security 67 Keys 67 Locks 67 Anti theft system 76 Table of Contents 1 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus ...

Page 3: ...60 Recreational towing 165 Driving 166 Starting 166 Brakes 169 Transmission operation 172 Roadside Emergencies 188 Getting roadside assistance 188 Hazard flasher switch 189 Fuel pump shut off switch 190 Fuses and relays 190 Changing tires 197 Lug Nut Torque 208 Jump starting 209 Wrecker towing 214 Customer Assistance 216 Reporting safety defects U S only 222 Cleaning 223 Table of Contents 2 2006 M...

Page 4: ...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 2005 Ford Motor Company Table of Contents 3 2006 Mariner...

Page 5: ...mpany and its products visit the following website In the United States www ford com In Canada www ford ca In Mexico www ford com mx In Australia 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 print...

Page 6: ...hicle When you see this symbol it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this respect is ...

Page 7: ...seating See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle s New Vehicle Limited Warranty refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner s Guide Special instructions For your added safety your vehic...

Page 8: ...tigation of such an event The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants potentially including information such as how various systems in your vehicle were operating whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled how far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or the brake pedal how fast the vehicle was traveling and where the driver was...

Page 9: ...ll phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs However drivers must not compromise their own or others safety when using such equipment Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile commun...

Page 10: ...d in this Owner s Guide therefore a supplement has been supplied that complements this book By referring to the pages in the provided supplement you can properly identify those features recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle Refer to this Owner s Guide for all other required information and warnings 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 9 ...

Page 11: ...rning 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 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 10 ...

Page 12: ...e 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 Pressure Warning 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 11 ...

Page 13: ...ed to the RUN 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 and...

Page 14: ...s not illuminate at this time seek service immediately from your authorized dealer Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take you longer to stop t...

Page 15: ...not charging properly Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter Without message center With message center Overdrive off Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmissio...

Page 16: ...e Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Four wheel drive indicator if equipped Illuminates when ignition is first turned ON to check bulb Blinking indicator indicates system has been disabled If the light remains on have the system serviced Without message center With message center Displays when four wheel drive system requires service Anti theft system Flashes when the Securilock娂 Passive Anti theft ...

Page 17: ... chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened Turn signal warning chime Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off afte...

Page 18: ...e switch off the engine and let the engine cool Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Odometer Registers the total miles kilometers of the vehicle Trip odometer Registers the miles kilometers of individual journeys To reset tap on the trip reset button to toggle the display between the trip and the odometer Holding the reset button for one or two seconds will re...

Page 19: ...is left in the fuel tank when the ignition is in the ON position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade The arrow near the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Instrument ...

Page 20: ...l through all of the text in the current field before changing to the next field TEXT must be pressed within 3 seconds of the previous press to proceed to the next last text display The last text field shown on the display will become the new display message default TEXT is also available when equipped with Satellite radio Your radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability The kit to enable...

Page 21: ...ss FADE then press SEL to shift sound to the rear front speakers 9 Menu Press MENU and SEL to access AUTOSET Speed sensitive volume and Setting the clock Autoset Press MENU until AUTOSET appears in the display Press SEL to toggle ON OFF Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM FM1 FM2 When the six strongest stations are f...

Page 22: ...y tracks within selected folder are accessible or TRACK all tracks on disc are accessible MODE 10 REPEAT Press to repeat the current CD MP3 track 11 SHUFFLE Press to play the CD MP3 tracks on the current disc in random order 12 FOLDER Press to access the next MP3 directory 13 FOLDER Press to access the previous MP3 directory 14 FF Fast forward In CD MP3 mode press until desired selection is reache...

Page 23: ...layer The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ballpoint pens may damage CDs Please contact your authorized dealer for further information 21 COMP Compression Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level when in CD mode Press COMP to turn the f...

Page 24: ...ormation regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio please call toll free 888 539 SIRIUS 888 539 7474 or visit the SIRIUS website at www siriusradio com 24 CD slot Insert a CD with the label side up Premium Satellite Compatible AM FM Stereo In Dash Six CD MP3 Radio if equipped 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 23 ...

Page 25: ...h the text fields The display will scroll all of the text in the current field before changing to the next field TEXT must be pressed within 3 seconds of the previous button press to proceed to the next last text display TEXT is also available when equipped with Satellite radio Your radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your...

Page 26: ...ess SEL to shift sound to the left right speakers Fade Press FADE then press SEL to shift sound to the rear front speakers 9 Menu Press to access the following features RDS if equipped Press and hold MENU to access RDS on off Use SEL to toggle RDS on off Press MENU again to access Traffic mode Program Type mode or Show Type mode MENU must be pressed within 10 seconds to proceed to the next RDS mod...

Page 27: ...passages together for a more consistent listening level when in CD mode Press MENU until compression status is displayed Press the SEL control to enable the compression feature when COMPRESS OFF is displayed Press the SEL control again to disable the feature when COMPRESS ON is displayed Autoset Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset s...

Page 28: ...ious MP3 directory 14 FF Fast forward In CD mode press until desired selection is reached 15 REW Rewind In CD mode press until desired selection is reached 16 SAT if equipped Your radio comes equipped with Satellite Ready capability The kit to enable the Satellite reception is available through your dealer Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit Dealer installed ...

Page 29: ...ip marker rather than adhesive labels Ballpoint pens may damage CDs Please contact your authorized dealer for further information 22 Scan Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations or CD MP3 tracks Press again to stop 23 Disc Tune Press or to manually tune down up the radio frequency band or to listen to the previous next CD CAT CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio Y...

Page 30: ...ines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you pass a broadcast tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed Cassette player care Do Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the h...

Page 31: ...en used in Ford CD players Dirty warped or damaged CDs 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 become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ballpoint pens may damage CDs Pl...

Page 32: ...e windshield defroster vents and floor vents The air conditioner will automatically turn on to dehumidify the air Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents The air conditioner will automatically turn on to dehumidify the air 3 Temperature selection Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle Operating tips To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weathe...

Page 33: ...p of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel Press to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog The small LED will illuminate when activated Ensure that the ignition is in the 3 RUN position in order to operate the rear window defroster The defroster turns off auto...

Page 34: ...will not shut off the parking lamps if the headlamp control is in the position Autolamp control if equipped The autolamp system sets the headlamps to turn on and off automatically The autolamp control located on the headlamp switch will turn on the lamps automatically at night turn off the lamps automatically during the daylight keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after the key is turned to ...

Page 35: ... the 1 LOCK position 2 Rotate the headlamp control to the autolamp position 3 Rotate the headlamp control to the OFF position 4 Turn the key to the 3 RUN position 5 Turn the key back to the 1 LOCK position 6 Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position the headlights should turn on 7 Turn the headlamp control to the OFF position when the desired delay time up to 3 minutes has been reached Hi...

Page 36: ...the foglamps are on Press the foglamp control to deactivate the foglamps The foglamps will only operate with the parking lamps or headlamps on When the highbeams are activated the foglamps will not operate PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel Push and hold top of control to brighten Push and hold bottom of control to dim 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 ...

Page 37: ... from the center of your headlamp 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 The center of the lamp is marked by a 3 0 mm circle on the headlamp lens 3 Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood Cover the left hand headlamp with an opaque cloth 4 On the ...

Page 38: ...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 Dome lamps and map lamps The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats The dome lamp control has three positions OFF In this position the lamp will not illuminate DOOR In this position the dome lamp will ill...

Page 39: ...nds Cargo and dome lamp Rear cargo lamp equipped with an ON OFF DOOR control will light when the doors are closed and the control is in the ON position the control is in the DOOR position and any door is open When the control is in the OFF position it will not illuminate when you open the doors Interior lighting battery saver The dome and or cargo lamps will automatically extinguish after 10 minut...

Page 40: ...brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Number of bulbs Trade number Park turn lamps front 2 3457 AK amber Headlamps low high beam 2 H13 Front sidemarker 2 WY5W amber Side turn signal lamp 2 WY5W amber Rear stop turn tail lamp 2 3157K or 4157K Backup lamp 2 315...

Page 41: ...the bulb is accidentally touched it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing front parking lamp turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position 2 Open the hood 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb socket by pulling rearward 4 Remove bulb socket from the headlamp assembly by turning it coun...

Page 42: ...her Follow the same steps to replace either bulb 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then open the liftgate to expose the lamp assemblies 2 Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly 3 Carefully remove the lamp assembly by pulling it rearward to disengage snap features on the outward side of the lamp 4 Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 5 ...

Page 43: ... turning it clockwise 5 To install press the lamp assembly into liftgate Replacing high mount brake lamp bulbs To remove the lamp assembly 1 Remove the two screws and move the lamp assembly away from the liftgate 2 Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by depressing the snaps 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb To complete installation follow the removal pro...

Page 44: ... control down two positions from OFF For high speed wiper operation move control down three positions from OFF Mist function To activate mist push control up from the OFF position and release to get one wipe Windshield washer To activate the windshield washer pull control toward you Release control to stop washer fluid spray 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 43 ...

Page 45: ... the control to the position and release TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull down the steering column tilt lever 2 Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location 3 Push the steering column tilt lever up This will lock the steering wheel in position Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA ...

Page 46: ...Press the release on the door to open the storage compartment The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features These include 1 Power point 2 Cupholders 3 Ashcup if equipped 4 Utility compartment Use only soft cups in the cupholders Hard objects can injure you in a collision 2006 Mariner mrn Owner...

Page 47: ...e the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used Cigar Cigarette 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 will be released from its heating...

Page 48: ...rol down Press completely down on AUTO and release quickly Press the top part of the switch to stop Window lock The window lock feature disables all the power windows except the driver s To lock out all the window controls except for the driver s window press the right side of the control Note The passenger window switches will not illuminate when the window control is in the LOCKED position Press...

Page 49: ...of N NE E SE S SW W and NW in the message center display The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antenna Magnetic or metallic objects placed in on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicl...

Page 50: ...ton on the compass module for approximately 5 seconds until COMPASS ZONE XX appears in the message center display 5 Continue to press the reset button until the correct zone appears in the message center display 6 After 4 seconds ZONE IS SET will appear in the message center display 7 The display will flash and then return to normal operation The zone is now updated 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 91011 12 13 14 ...

Page 51: ...ase 4 Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 5 km h 3 mph until the CIRCLE SLWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED It will take up to five circles to complete calibration 5 The compass is now calibrated EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors 1 Rotate the control located on the instrument panel left of the steering wheel clockwise to adjust the r...

Page 52: ... with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors SPEED CONTROL With speed control set you can maintain a speed of 30 mph 48 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph 48 km h Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that ...

Page 53: ...r foot off the accelerator pedal 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 reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph 16 km h below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage ON OFF RSM CST SET ACC 2006 Mariner mrn Owners ...

Page 54: ...d 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 ACC control Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed Press and hold the CST control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can...

Page 55: ...n 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 The moon roof is equipped with an automatic one touch express opening feature Press and release the rear portion of the control The moon roof will open to the comfort position Press and release the control a...

Page 56: ...ves 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 MESSAGE CENTER IF EQUIPPED With the ignition in the ON position the message center located on your instrument cluster displays important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems You may select display featur...

Page 57: ...erent than displayed for the following reasons your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill 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 ...

Page 58: ...llent economy Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy When your vehicle is not moving this function shows one or no bars illuminated Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset Compass display if equipped Displays a one or two letter direction in the far left side of the message center Refer to Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror Electronic compass in this chapter for Com...

Page 59: ...er will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the SET control and clearing the warning message Warning messages that have been reset are divided into...

Page 60: ...mission sys Check fuel cap Low brake fluid Check compass module Compass no response Compass data error Low tire pressure Tire pressure monitor fault Tire pressure sensor fault Service brake system Check left headlamp Check right headlamp Check left high beam Check right high beam Check left turn lamps Check right turn lamps Engine change oil soon Engine oil change now Low fuel Service 4WD Turn sig...

Page 61: ...t completely closed RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR Displayed when the rear right door is not completely closed LIFTGATE AJAR Displayed when the liftgate or liftgate glass is not completely closed PARK BRAKE ON Displayed when the park brake is on If the warning stays on after the park brake is off contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible SERVICE EMISSION SYS Displayed when the engine has defaulted ...

Page 62: ...fer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter If the warning stays on or continues to come on have the system inspected by your authorized dealer CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT HEADLAMPS Displayed when the headlamps are activated and at least one is burned out Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced Refer to Replacing headl...

Page 63: ...E SOON message will be displayed When oil life left reaches 0 the ENGINE OIL CHANGE NOW message will be displayed An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS To reset the oil monitoring system to 100 after each oil change approximately 5 000 miles 8 000 km or 12 months perform the following 1 Select this function from the INFO menu then press...

Page 64: ...lass could be damaged against a low ceiling Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate glass open while driving Doing so could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle Make sure that the liftgate door and or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can ...

Page 65: ...es The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed Do not place any objects on the cargo area shade They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision Cargo management system if equipped The cargo management system consists of a storage compartment located in the floor of the rear cargo area 1 To open lift ...

Page 66: ... as tie down loops To adjust the cross bar if equipped position 1 Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar both cross bars are adjustable 2 Slide the cross bar to the desired location 3 Tighten the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar To remove the cross bar assembly if equipped from the roof rack side rails 1 Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar both cross bars are a...

Page 67: ... rails 1 Ensure that both cross bar assemblies are installed with the F front arrow facing towards the front of the vehicle 2 Use a long flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross bar 3 Slide the cross bar assemblies over the end cap tongue and into the side rails 4 Tighten thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus...

Page 68: ...ntrols are reenabled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key in the door lock cylinder the keypad or by pressing on the remote entry transmitter This feature can be turned on or off using the following procedure Before starting ensure the ignition is in the 1 LOCK position and all vehicle doors are closed You must complete Steps 1 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated 1 ...

Page 69: ...ftgate and liftgate glass Note The interior lamps will illuminate refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in this section if the control on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR position For information on switching from two step to one step door unlocking refer to Switching from two step to one step door unlocking later in this chapter Locking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder to lock a...

Page 70: ...Turn the ignition from the 1 LOCK position to the 3 RUN position 6 The horn will chirp once to confirm programming mode is entered active 7 Press the power door unlock control on the door panel one time 8 Press the power door lock control on the door panel one time Note The horn will chirp once to confirm the feature is OFF or the horn will chirp and then honk to confirm the feature is ON 9 Turn t...

Page 71: ...rt 15 of the FCC rules and 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 ope...

Page 72: ...s the liftgate and liftgate glass The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition is turned to the 1 OFF LOCK position One step door unlocking If the one step door unlocking feature is activated press and release once to unlock all of the doors the liftgate and liftgate glass Note The interior lamps will illuminate refer to the Illuminated entry feature lat...

Page 73: ...rp twice and park turn lamps will not flash when the control is pressed Sounding a panic alarm Press to activate the alarm To deactivate the feature press the control again turn the ignition to the 3 RUN or 4 START position or wait for the alarm to time out in approximately 3 minutes Note The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the 1 LOCK or 2 ACCESSORY position Replacing the bat...

Page 74: ...he remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters you can either reprogram them yourself or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming How to reprogram y...

Page 75: ...will lock then unlock to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed 8 Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter 9 Turn the ignition to the 1 LOCK position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters 10 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been exited Illuminated entry The interior lamps ill...

Page 76: ... on the keypad press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation Anti scan feature If an incorrect code has been entered 7 times 35 consecutive button presses the keypad will go into an anti scan mode This mode disables the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash during this time The anti scan feature will turn off after one minute of keypad inactivity pressing the control ...

Page 77: ...nd only the factory set 5 digit code will work Note To exit programming mode either wait 5 seconds after pressing 1 2 on the keypad or press the 7 8 and 9 0 pads simultaneously to lock all vehicle doors and end programming mode Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry To unlock the driver s door enter the factory set 5 digit code or your personal code Each number must be pressed within ...

Page 78: ...starting the engine If a problem occurs turn the ignition off remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine Anti theft indicator The anti theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster When the ignition is in the 1 LOCK position the anti theft indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock娂 system is functioning as a theft deterrent ...

Page 79: ...ogrammed Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin 1 Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition 2 Turn the ignition from the 1 LOCK position to the 3 RUN position Keep the ignition in the 3 RUN position for at least three seconds but no more than 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition to the 1 LOCK position and remove the first coded key from the ignition 4 W...

Page 80: ...nds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1 PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The perimeter anti theft system will warn you in the event of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle If there is any potential perimeter anti theft problem with your vehicle ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting Arming the system When armed this system will r...

Page 81: ...y transmitter Unlock the doors with a key Turn the key full travel toward the front of the vehicle to ensure the alarm disarms Unlock the doors using the keypad Turning the key in the ignition to the 3 RUN or 4 START position Triggering the anti theft system The armed system will be triggered if any door liftgate or the hood is opened without using the key the keypad or the remote entry transmitte...

Page 82: ...fter returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision Adjustable head restraints The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision To properly adjust your head restraints lift the head restraint so that it is loca...

Page 83: ...nual seat Lift handle to move seat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback Adjusting the front power seat if equipped Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 82 ...

Page 84: ... seatback with your feet on the floor To reduce the risk of possible serious injury Do not hang objects off seat back or stow objects in the seatback map pocket if equipped when a child is in the front passenger seat Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console if equipped Check the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp for pr...

Page 85: ...driver s seatback Turn the lumbar support control clockwise to increase firmness Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase softness Heated seats if equipped To operate the heated seats Push the control located on the seat to activate Push again to deactivate The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the RUN position 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fu...

Page 86: ... directly behind your head 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 or remove head restraint Folding down rear seats 1 Raise the rear seat head restraint and remove 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety R...

Page 87: ...he front seat for storage 3 Pull the seat release control Note Make sure the floor is clear of all objects before folding the seat 4 Flip seat forward 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 86 ...

Page 88: ...ding path 5 To release seatback pull the seatback release lever on top of seat toward the front seat This is common for both 60 and 40 seatbacks Note When the seatback release lever is pulled slowly lower seatback to the flat position 6 Rotate seatback down into load floor position 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 87 ...

Page 89: ...belt buckle heads are through elastic holders on seat backs Safety belt buckles may break if they are trapped underneath the seatback as the seatback is rotated down Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latc...

Page 90: ...e 2 Make sure that the hinges are locked into place SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System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 conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate saf...

Page 91: ...ccupant conditions The fact that the pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front seat occupants in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the Personal Safety System娂 determined the accident conditions crash severity belt usage etc were not appropriate to activate these safety devices Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and ...

Page 92: ...nnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat a...

Page 93: ...ty belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in response to the occupant s forward momentum This helps reduce the risk of force related injuries to the occupant s chest by limiting the load on the occupant Refer to Energy management feature section in this chapter Determining if the Personal Safety System姟 is operational Th...

Page 94: ...even when an airbag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously 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 usin...

Page 95: ...l you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle 2 To unfasten push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision The front outboa...

Page 96: ...ngers Automatic locking mode When to use the 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 This mode should be used any time a child safety seat except a booster is installed in passenger front or rear seating positions Child...

Page 97: ...lt systems at all seating positions except the driver position which doesn t have this feature must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all safety belts should be checked for proper function BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly automatic locking retrac...

Page 98: ...safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions The safety belt pretensioners activate during frontal collisions and in side collisions and rollovers when the vehicle is equipped with the optional Safety Canopy娂 system A safety belt pretensioner is a device which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts in such a way that they fit more snugly against the bod...

Page 99: ...er 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 recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damag...

Page 100: ...warning lamp in the instrument cluster when the driver s and front passenger s safety belt is unbuckled The BeltMinder威 feature uses information from the passenger occupant classification sensor to determine if a front seat passenger is present and therefore potentially in need of a warning To avoid activating the BeltMinder威 feature for objects placed in the front passenger seat warnings will onl...

Page 101: ...ty belt becomes unbuckled for approximately 1 minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 5 km h 3 mph and more than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The BeltMinder威 feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until the safety belts are ...

Page 102: ...crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle my clothes Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted The people I m with don t wear belts Set the example teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people Children and younger brothers sisters imitate behavior they see I have an airbag Airbags offer gr...

Page 103: ... When deactivating activating one seating position do not buckle the other position as this will terminate the process Read Steps 1 4 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure The driver and front passenger BeltMinder威 features can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that The parking brake...

Page 104: ...ht turning on buckle then unbuckle the safety belt This will disable the BeltMinder威 feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled As confirmation the restraint system warning light will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds This will enable the BeltMinder威 feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled As confirmation the restraint system warning light will flash 4 ...

Page 105: ...ty Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest and the driver airbag module Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries To properly position yourself away from the airbag Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably R...

Page 106: ... to the Body Builders Layout Book for instructions about the appropriate installation of additional equipment Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision...

Page 107: ...sidue or smell the burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder or sodium compounds which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the SRS is designed to help reduce serious injuries contact with a deploying airbag may also cause abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because airbags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the r...

Page 108: ...nts get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the airbag has deployed the airbag will not function again and must be replaced immediately If the airbag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision Front passenger sensing system The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety...

Page 109: ...he center stack of the instrument panel just below the radio Note The indicator lamp will illuminate for a short period of time when the ignition is turned to the ON position to confirm it is functional When the front passenger seat is not occupied empty seat or in the event that the front passenger frontal airbag is enabled may inflate the indicator lamp will be unlit The front passenger sensing ...

Page 110: ...erson and enable the passenger s frontal airbag If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat Occupant Pass Airbag Off Indicator Lamp Passenger Airbag Empty seat Unlit Disabled Small child in child safety seat or booster Lit Disabled Small child with safety belt buckled or unbuckled Lit Disabled Adult Unlit Enabled Even with Advanced Restra...

Page 111: ...vy briefcase fully packed luggage Lit Disabled Empty seat Small or medium object with safety belt buckled Lit Disabled If you think that the status of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is incorrect check for the following Objects lodged underneath the seat Objects between the seat cushion and the center console if equipped Objects hanging off the seat back Objects stowed in the seatback map ...

Page 112: ...th the seat If objects are lodged and or cargo is interfering with the seat please take the following steps to remove the obstruction Pull the vehicle over Turn the vehicle off Driver and or adult passengers should check for any objects lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat Remove the obstruction s if found Restart the vehicle Wait at least 2 minutes and ver...

Page 113: ... are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at an authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Seat mounted side airbag system if equipped Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come ...

Page 114: ... front passenger seatbacks A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags Two crash sensors located on the lower portion of the b pillar one on each side of the vehicle Side airbags in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impa...

Page 115: ...f the airbag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required A difficulty with the system...

Page 116: ...oys from the headliner Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Safety Canopy娂 system its fuses the A B or C pillar trim or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy娂 See your authorized dealer All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy娂 system is provided To reduce risk of injury do not obstru...

Page 117: ...B Pillar one on each side Two crash sensors located at the c pillar behind the rear doors one on each side Rollover sensor in the restraints control module RCM The Safety Canopy娂 system in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision or rollover event Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restraine...

Page 118: ...r inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the Safety Canopy娂 system has deployed the Safety Canopy娂 will not function again unless replaced The Safety Canopy娂 system including the A B and C pillar trim must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer If the Safety Canopy娂 is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision Determining if the system is o...

Page 119: ... them 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 wh...

Page 120: ...ty seats Ford Motor Company recommends use 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 may also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably Try to keep the belt near the middle of the shoulder When children should use booster...

Page 121: ...se with a high back If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child s head a high back booster seat would be a better choice Either type can be used at any seating position equipped with lap shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb 18 kg Children and booster seats vary widely in size and shape Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and...

Page 122: ...at the safest place for children to ride Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat Never put the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of inju...

Page 123: ...and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions if equipped section in this chapter LATCH lower anchors are recommended for use by children up to 48 lb 22 kg in a child restraint Top tether anchors can be used for chi...

Page 124: ...nation lap and shoulder belts The rear seat head restraints must be removed when using a child seat Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt Child...

Page 125: ...child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restrain...

Page 126: ... belt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back There should be no more than one inch of movement for proper installation 10 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic...

Page 127: ...icle are in the following positions Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor 1 Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion 2 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat For vehicles with adjustable head restraints remove the head restraint fi...

Page 128: ...ot anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases Attaching safety seats with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children attachments for child seat anchors Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to two anchors at certain seating positions in your vehicle This type of child seat eliminates the need to use safety bel...

Page 129: ... manufacturer recommends that the child seat can be installed to anchors that are spaced up to 20 in 500 mm apart Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break causing serious injury or death The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rear section of the secon...

Page 130: ...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 child being injured in a crash greatly increases 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and ...

Page 131: ...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 132: ...nfident 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 high...

Page 133: ...on AA Temperature A These Tire 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 T...

Page 134: ...on of heat and its ability to dissipate 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 Ve...

Page 135: ...onary 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 Safety Compliance Certification Label or 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 door Bead area of the tire Area of ...

Page 136: ... inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven trea...

Page 137: ...release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge 4 Replace the valve cap 5 Repeat this procedure for each tire including the spare Note Some spare tires operate at a higher inflation pressure than the other tires For T type mini spare tires see T Type Mini Spare Tire Information section for description Store and maintain at 60psi 4 ...

Page 138: ...w strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm When the tire tread wears down to the same height as these wear bars the tire is worn out and must be replaced Damage Periodically inspect the tire treads and sidewalls for damage such as bulges in the tread or sidewalls cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread or ...

Page 139: ... and handling capability Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size and type such as P metric versus LT metric or all season versus all terrain as those originally provided by Ford Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injur...

Page 140: ...ion A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds Never spin the tires in excess of the 35 mph 55 km h point indicated on the speedometer Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there s always the possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway Drive slowly to the closest safe area out of traffic This may further damage the flat tire but your safety is more...

Page 141: ...ent of all four wheels The tires should also be balanced periodically An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle will help your tires wear more evenly providing better tire performance and longer tire life Unless otherwise spe...

Page 142: ... appearance from the road tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place sta...

Page 143: ...icates a radial type tire 5 15 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 6 95 Indicates the tire s load index It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry You may find this information in your Owner s Guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this informatio...

Page 144: ... numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall 9 M S or M S Mud and Snow or AT All Terrain or AS Al...

Page 145: ...epresenting the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum permissible pressure and or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the man...

Page 146: ... 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 147: ...umber the wider the tire 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a 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 ...

Page 148: ...on also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale The Tire Pressure Monitoring S...

Page 149: ...rked The Low Tire Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure is 25 below the pressure listed on the Safety Compliance Certification Label approximately 6 to 9 psi below the manufacturer s recommend tire pressure If the tire pressure increases 2 psi above the Light ON threshold then the TPMS light will turn OFF Once the light is illuminated your tires are under inflated and need to be inflated ...

Page 150: ... your vehicle For additional information refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you when your tires need air It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended Please refer to the following chart for information concerning y...

Page 151: ...Compliance Certification Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph 32 km h before the light will turn OFF Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use Repair the damaged road wheel tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system functionality For a description on how the system functions refer to Chang...

Page 152: ...not respond immediately to the air added to your tires Here are the details The tire pressure sensors mounted in your wheels updates your vehicle with tire pressure information only once every minute therefore it may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph 32 km h for the light to turn OFF after you have filled your tires to the recommended tire pressure If your vehicle has been parked for o...

Page 153: ... being significantly lower than the cold pressure indicated on your vehicles Safety Compliance Certification Label and activate the TPMS warning for low tire pressure If the low tire pressure warning light is ON visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat If one or more tires are flat repair as necessary Check air pressure in the road tires If any tire is underinflated carefully drive ...

Page 154: ...proved methods of traction control 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 a trailer Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance Before loading your vehicle familiarize yourself with th...

Page 155: ...termarket or authorized dealer installed 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 y...

Page 156: ...tional equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 155 ...

Page 157: ...ance 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 provided by your authorized dealer GVW Gross Vehicle Weight i...

Page 158: ...ght 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 GVWR not at GCWR Separate functional brakes should be used for s...

Page 159: ...ions 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 correct load limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2...

Page 160: ...provement 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 220 lb 99 kg the calculation would be 1400 2 x 220 12 x 100 1400 440 1200 240 lb No you do not have...

Page 161: ...r safety and to maximize vehicle performance be sure to use the proper equipment while towing Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing procedure Stay within your vehicle s load limits Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing Refer to Preparing to tow in this chapter Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing Refer to Driving while you tow in this chapter Service your vehicle more f...

Page 162: ...ystem is not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes 4x4 GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer Weights Engine Maximum GCWR lb kg Trailer Weight Range lb kg Maximum frontal area of trailer ft2 m2 2 3L 5100 2313 1500 680 24 2 2 3 0L 7240 3284 3500 1587 30 2 8 Notes For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 1 000 ft 300 meters elevation For definitions of terms and instructions on c...

Page 163: ...ins Always connect the trailer s safety chains to hook retainers on the vehicle To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you Do not attach safety chains to the bumper Trailer brakes Electric manual automatic or surge type brakes if compatib...

Page 164: ... transmission cooling For additional information refer to Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4 speed automatic transmission in the Driving chapter Anticipate stops and brake gradually Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals Refer to your Schedule...

Page 165: ...hicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade If you must park on a grade place wheel chocks under the trailer s wheels Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval do not allow the static...

Page 166: ...WD all wheel drive recreational towing is permitted only if the vehicle is trailered with all four 4 wheels off the ground Otherwise no recreational towing is permitted If your vehicle is manual transaxle equipped and 2WD or 4WD shifting the transaxle into neutral permits flat towing all wheels on the ground for pulling behind a motorhome Your vehicle with well designed towing equipment may be tow...

Page 167: ...When starting a fuel injected engine avoid pressing 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 in this chapter Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damag...

Page 168: ...der to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter 2 Make sure vehicle accessories are off Make sure the parking brake is set Make sure the ...

Page 169: ...ease the key as soon as the engine starts Excessive cranking could damage the starter Note If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to 1 LOCK wait 10 seconds and try again If the engine still fails to start press the accelerator to the floor and try again this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel Guardin...

Page 170: ...gs may be worn out and should be inspected by an authorized dealer If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer Refer to Brake system warning light in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake system warning light Under normal operating conditions brake dust may accumulate on the whe...

Page 171: ...arning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on If the light does not illuminate during start up remains on or flashes the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced Even when the ABS is disabled normal braking is still effective If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake released have your brake system serviced imme...

Page 172: ... the power steering pump reservoir above the MAX mark on the reservoir as this may result in leaks from the reservoir If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or pulls check for an improperly inflated tire uneven tire wear loose or worn suspension components loose or worn steering com...

Page 173: ...n when driving a heavily loaded vehicle AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P Park when the ignition is in the RUN position unless brake pedal is depressed If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P Park with ignition in the RUN position and the brake pedal ...

Page 174: ...ke Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dea...

Page 175: ...atic operation in either D Overdrive or with the O D OFF switch depressed Driving with the gearshift lever in D Overdrive gives the best fuel economy for normal driving conditions For manual control start in 1 First and then shift manually 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driving 174 ...

Page 176: ...reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to relearn these operating parameters This learning process could take several transmission upshifts and downshifts during this learning process slightly firmer shifts may occur After this learning process normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume P Park Thi...

Page 177: ... this position D Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy Transaxle operates in gears one through four D Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the O D OFF switch on the side of the gearshift lever This will illuminate the O D OFF light and activate Drive Drive O D OFF switch pressed Drive is activated when the O D OFF switch is pressed This position allows for all forward...

Page 178: ...ecurely latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running If you do not take these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone Forced downshifts Allowed in D Overdrive or Drive Depress the accelerator to the floor Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or...

Page 179: ... flat surface at parking speeds Inclement weather may also affect the function of the RSS this may include reduced performance or a false activation To help avoid personal injury always use caution when in reverse and when using the RSS This system is not designed to prevent contact with small or moving objects The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting large sta...

Page 180: ...is on An RSS control allows the driver to turn the RSS on and off To turn the RSS off the ignition must be on The system will remain off until either the RSS control is pressed again or the ignition is turned off then on again An indicator light on the control will illuminate when the system is turned off If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is not turned off it may indicate a failure i...

Page 181: ...and allow it to cool for five minutes with the key in the 3 RUN position 4WD system indicator lights Blinks continuously when 4WD system is disengaged i e two wheel drive due to heat protection mode Illuminates when 4WD system requires service Please bring your vehicle to your local authorized dealer for service 4WD system messages in Message Center if equipped SERVICE 4WD Displayed when 4WD syste...

Page 182: ...inning Basic operating principles Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand water gravel snow or ice If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement slow down but avoid severe brake application ease the vehicle ba...

Page 183: ...e to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp...

Page 184: ...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 Sand When driving over sand try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and ...

Page 185: ...ires Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components Tread Lightly is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas Ford Motor Company joins the U S Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national for...

Page 186: ...trol When you brake hard the front wheels can t turn and if they aren t turning you won t be able to steer The front wheels have to be turning in order to steer the vehicle Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will help you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control If your vehicle has anti lock brakes apply the brakes steadily Do not pump the brakes Driving on snow and ice 4WD vehicles have...

Page 187: ...in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty 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 stabiliz...

Page 188: ...may be limited Also water may enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage Once through the water always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Wet bra...

Page 189: ...to 2 0 gallons 7 5L of gasoline or 5 gallons 18 9L of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries towing Ford Mercury Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 3 km of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer If a member requests to be towed to an authorized ...

Page 190: ...btain reimbursement information call 1 800 665 2006 Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty In the United States you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your authorized dealer Similarly in Canada for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty s Roadside Assis...

Page 191: ...e apparent reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition 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 ...

Page 192: ...ey Grey 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 191 ...

Page 193: ...use panel The fuse panel is located on the right hand side of the center console by the instrument panel Remove the panel cover to access the fuses 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 192 ...

Page 194: ...odule 6 15A Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL Stop lamps PCM Anti lock Brake System ABS Speed control Brake On Off switch 7 10A Instrument cluster Diagnostic connector Power mirror switch Radio 8 Not used 9 30A Power door locks Power seats 10 15A Heated mirrors 11 15A Sunroof Electrochromatic mirror Compass 12 5A Radio 13 Not used 14 Not used 15 30A Power windows 16 15A Subwoofer 17 15A Low beam...

Page 195: ... mode switch 27 5A Canister vent Speed control cancel switch 28 10A Instrument cluster 29 10A Reverse park aid 30 Not used 31 Not used 32 10A Brake Transmission shift lock 33 15A Air bag module Passenger Air bag Deactivation PAD indicator lamp Occupant Classification Sensor OCS 34 5A ABS module Evac and Fill Speed control 35 5A Heated seats module 4WD Mini fuse Cartridge fuse 2006 Mariner mrn Owne...

Page 196: ...eplace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter The high current fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 1 Not used 2 25A Headlamp power 3 25A High beams...

Page 197: ... 10 30A Heated seats 11 10A PCM 12 20A Power point 13 20A Fog lamps 14 15A A C clutch A C relay 15 30A Anti lock Brake System ABS solenoid 16 25A I P fuse panel RUN START 17 50A Ignition main 18 40A Blower motor 19 40A Accessory delay relay Subwoofer and 4WD Low beam 20 60A ABS 21 40A Horn CHMSL Cluster Power locks and power seats 22 40A I4 Cooling fan 50A V6 23 40A Rear defroster Park lamps relay...

Page 198: ...ire that is different in one or more of the following type brand size speed rating and tread design If this is the case this dissimilar spare tire is still rated for your vehicle loads GAWR and GVWR Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare wheel that may not match the road wheels and is not equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensor The use of tire sealants may damage your tires The...

Page 199: ...or tire size and may have Temporary Use Only molded in the sidewall 2 Full size dissimilar spare with label on wheel This spare tire has a label on the wheel that states THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above do not Exceed 50 mph 80 km h Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label Tow...

Page 200: ...bs Winter weather driving capability Wet weather driving capability All Wheel driving capability if applicable Load leveling adjustment if applicable When driving with the full size dissimilar spare tire wheel additional caution should be given to Towing a trailer Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full size dis...

Page 201: ... P Park To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured 1 Park on a level surface activate hazard flashers and place gearshift lever in P Park ...

Page 202: ...ling the right side up first Remove the tools from the jack in order to remove the spare tire from under the vehicle Note For some non cargo management system vehicles the jack and tools are located in the right rear of the cargo area behind an access panel Cargo management system if equipped The jack and tools are located in the right rear of the cargo area behind an access panel 2006 Mariner mrn...

Page 203: ...e the lug wrench from the jack in order to remove the spare tire from under the vehicle Removing the spare tire or spare tire and tether if equipped 1 Insert the lug wrench through the access hole in the rear bumper 2 Turn the handle counterclockwise and lower the spare tire until it can be slid rearward and the cable is slack 3 Slide the retainer through the center of the wheel 2006 Mariner mrn O...

Page 204: ...ench to remove the lug nut from the spare tire tether 6 If not replacing the spare or flat tire to the underbody storage area raise winch up into the installed position 7 Use the attached Velcro strap 2 to tie the tether end to the winch actuator shaft if equipped 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 203 ...

Page 205: ... nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground Before placing the jack under the vehicle NOTE the jack locations Front 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 204 ...

Page 206: ... 25 mm off the ground Never use the differentials as a jacking point To lessen the risk of personal injury do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 10 Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencie...

Page 207: ...the jack handle counterclockwise 13 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 Cargo management system if equipped Reclip the tools onto the jack Reinstall the jack and tools in the cargo area To replace the jack in the vehicle 1 4 3 2 5 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guid...

Page 208: ...l the jack in the pocket with the left side first then snap the right side down Ensure that the hold strap contains the jack and tools before snapping the buckle Ensure that the jack and tools are oriented as illustrated Stowing the flat spare tire Note Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or loss of spare tire If you are stowing a tire that requires rea...

Page 209: ...icle to your authorized dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience If your vehicle is equipped with a trailer hitch guide the tire with one hand keep the rear of the tire tilted down until the tire clears the bumper 6 Check that the tire lies flat against the frame assembly Push against the tire to make sure it is tightly seated under the vehicle Loosen and retighten if necessary Failure t...

Page 210: ... the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your vehicle Automatic transmissions do not have push start capability doing so may damage the catalytic converter Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disco...

Page 211: ...that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to...

Page 212: ...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 213: ...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 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 212 ...

Page 214: ...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 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 213 ...

Page 215: ...front ensure proper wheel lift equipment is used to raise the front wheels off the ground The rear wheels can be left on the ground when towed in this fashion If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment it is recommended that the front wheels drive wheels be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the automatic transaxle On 4WD vehicles it is required that your vehicle b...

Page 216: ...nfiguration can be flat towed all wheels on the ground under the following conditions Place the transmission in N Neutral Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 km Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph 56 km h Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle 2006 M...

Page 217: ...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 authorized dealer 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...

Page 218: ...0 232 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 authorized dealer and the city where t...

Page 219: ...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 220: ...ou are not bound by the decision but may choose to accept it If you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision then Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well If the arbitrator has decided in your favor and you accept the decision the BBB AUTO LINE program will contact you to ensure that Ford has complied with the decision in a timely manner Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program a...

Page 221: ... 800 207 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 ...

Page 222: ... serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer 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 A Telephone 313 594 4857 FAX 313 390 0804 If you are in another foreign country co...

Page 223: ...njury or 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 de...

Page 224: ...m 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 WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant ZC 45 to your vehicle every six months will assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage Wash the vehicle first D...

Page 225: ...icals in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt could wear away the clearcoat finish over time Do not use hydrofluoric acid based or high caustic based wheel cleaners steel wool fuels or strong household detergent To remove tar and grease use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 available from your authorized dealer ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean beca...

Page 226: ...e only approved products to clean plastic parts These products are available from your authorized dealer For routine cleaning use Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A If tar or grease spots are present use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 For plastic headlamp lenses use Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Cleaning 225 ...

Page 227: ...de and windshield from automated car wash facilities Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly Do not use abrasives as they may cause scratches Do not use fuel kerosene or paint thinner to clean any parts Do not use sharp objects such as a razor blade to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals as it may cause damage to the rear window defrost...

Page 228: ...d discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials Do not use cleaning solvents bleach or dye on the vehicle s safety belts as these actions may weaken the belt webbing Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat mounted side airbag if equipped Such products could contaminate the side airbag system and affect performance of the side ai...

Page 229: ...duct is made from high quality materials that meet or exceed rigid specifications For best results use the following products or products of equivalent quality Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 Motorcraft Car Care Kit ZC 26 Motorcraft Car Wash Canada only CXC 21 Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC 15 Motorcraft Custom Clear Coat Polish ZC 8 A Motorcraft Custom Vinyl Protectant U S only ZC...

Page 230: ... Remover U S only ZC 14 Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine ZC 28 Motorcraft Triple Clean U S only ZC 13 Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner Canada only CXC 93 Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner Canada only CXC 94 Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Cleaning 229 ...

Page 231: ...e best performance 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 lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 Set t...

Page 232: ...tom of the instrument panel 2 At the front of the vehicle lift up on the auxiliary latch handle located in the center between the hood and the grille 3 Lift the hood open and secure it with the prop rod 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 231 ...

Page 233: ...ne coolant reservoir 3 Automatic transmission dipstick 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Air filter assembly 6 Power distribution box 7 Battery 8 Engine oil filler cap 9 Engine oil dipstick 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 232 ...

Page 234: ...3 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Air filter assembly 6 Power distribution box 7 Battery 8 Engine oil dipstick 9 Engine oil filler cap 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 233 ...

Page 235: ...reeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 4 5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or...

Page 236: ...life of the wiper blades it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn...

Page 237: ...e oil level is within the MIN MAX range or lower and upper holes the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the MIN mark or lower hole engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 236 ...

Page 238: ...X mark or upper hole may cause engine damage If the engine is overfilled some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer 7 Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 237 ...

Page 239: ...ified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee ILSAC comprised of U S and Japanese automobile manufacturers To protect your engine s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 or an e...

Page 240: ...evel in each cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill the battery cells If the electrolyte level in the battery is low you can add plain tap water to the battery as long as you do not use hard water water with a high mineral or alkali content If possible however try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked If your b...

Page 241: ...y posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To...

Page 242: ...ed in scheduled maintenance information The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50 50 coolant and distilled water which equates to a freeze point of 34 F 36 C Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL R...

Page 243: ...Note Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained Do not add e...

Page 244: ... corrosion overheating or freezing Do not use alcohol methanol brine or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze coolant Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant For vehicles with overflow coolant syste...

Page 245: ...btain a 50 50 coolant concentration Whenever coolant has been added the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle If necessary add enough 50 50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level If you have to add more than 1 0 quart 1 0 liter of engine coolant per month have your authorized deal...

Page 246: ...ine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide...

Page 247: ... cools the engine can be re started Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize engine damage When fail safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail safe mode so drive the vehicle with caution The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed operation and the engine will run rough Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting d...

Page 248: ...o not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray 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 p...

Page 249: ... 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 250: ...ner 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 ignition switch to the off position 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off 3 To install the cap align the lugs on the cap with the threa...

Page 251: ...ntrol system to deteriorate more rapidly In Canada premium grade fuel generally contains more metallic additives than regular grade 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 fuel dealer Do not use fuel containing methanol It can damage critical fuel system components Repairs to ...

Page 252: ...olines 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 running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel ...

Page 253: ...el the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank Turn the engine ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running Use the same filling rate setting low medium high each time the tank is filled Allow no more than t...

Page 254: ...abits Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy Slow down gradually Driving at reasonable speeds traveling at 55 mph 88 km...

Page 255: ...nomy Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 8 10 miles 12 16 km of driving Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal Close windows for high spee...

Page 256: ... Company parts in performance and durability Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Illumination of the indicator charging system warning light or the temperature warning light fluid leaks strange odors smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission c...

Page 257: ... tightening the fuel cap After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the indicator should turn off A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required If the indicator remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I ...

Page 258: ...ssary use only MERCON威 ATF 1 Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel left and right several times 3 Turn the engine off 4 Check the fluid level in the reservoir It should be between the MIN and MAX lines Do ...

Page 259: ...eck drive the vehicle until it is warmed up approximately 20 miles 30 km If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 20 miles 30 km or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on ...

Page 260: ...70 F 66 C 77 C High fluid level Fluid levels above the crosshatch zone may result in transaxle failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used...

Page 261: ...r filter element use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter Note Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running 1 Loosen the clamp that secures the air inlet tube to the engine air filter cover and disconnect the tube from the cover for V6 only 2 Release the clamps that secure the air fi...

Page 262: ...0 S PCV valve 2 Spark Plugs 3 1 Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage The customer warranty may be voided for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used 2 The PCV valve is a critical emission component It is one of the items listed in scheduled maintenance information and is essential to the life and performance of your vehicle...

Page 263: ...ame Application Capacity Brake fluid Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid All Fill to line on reservoir Engine oil including filter change 5 Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada 2 3L I4 engine 4 5 quarts 4 25L 3 0L V6 Duratec engine 6 0 quarts 5 7L Fuel tank N A All 16 5 gallons 62 5L Power steering flu...

Page 264: ...N威 and MERCON威 V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON威 and MERCON威 V Refer to your scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval 2 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in tank cooler The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s nor...

Page 265: ...le Brake Fluid PM 1 ESA M6C25 A Halfshaft CV joints Motorcraft Constant Velocity Joint Grease XG 5 WSS M1C258 A1 Engine coolant1 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant yellow colored VC 7 A U S except CA OR and NM VC 7 B CA OR and NM WSS M97B51 A1 Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada XO 5W20 QSP US CXO 5W20 LSP12 C...

Page 266: ...ements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle MERCON威 and MERCON威 V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON威 and MERCON威 V Refer to your scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval 3 The Power Transfer Unit is lubricated for life with synthetic lube Lubricant levels are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required Rep...

Page 267: ... 0 052 0 056 inch 1 32 1 42mm Compression ratio 9 7 1 10 0 1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Dimensions 4 Door inches mm 1 Vehicle height without roof rack 68 0 1726 1 Vehicle height with roof rack 70 3 1787 2 Front tread Rear tread 61 1 1552 60 4 1533 3 Overall width body 70 1 1780 4 Wheelbase 103 2 2620 5 Overall length 174 3 4428 Base vehicle at curb loading 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA f...

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Page 269: ... Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 2...

Page 270: ...eck digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number TRANSMISSION TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission transaxle code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents Description Code Four speed automatic 4 2006 Mariner mrn Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specificati...

Page 271: ...rovides 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 Mercury Accessories purchased along with your new vehicle and installed by an authorized dealer are covered for the full length of your New Vehicle s Limited Warranty 3 years or 36 000 miles 60 000 km whichever occurs first Contac...

Page 272: ...tions 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 if...

Page 273: ...rdrive 175 fluid refill capacities 262 fluid specification 266 Auxiliary power point 46 Axle lubricant specifications 264 266 refill capacities 262 B Battery 239 acid treating emergencies 239 battery saver 38 jumping a disabled battery 209 maintenance free 239 replacement specifications 261 servicing 239 BeltMinder 99 Brakes 169 anti lock 169 170 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 170 fluid ...

Page 274: ...dside assistance 188 Getting the service you need 216 Ordering additional owner s literature 221 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 219 D Defrost rear window 32 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 258 engine oil 235 Doors lubricant specifications 264 Driving under special conditions 177 182 184 sand 183 snow and ice 185 through water 183 187 E Electronic message center 55 Emergencies ro...

Page 275: ...ing fuel economy 251 octane rating 250 266 quality 251 running out of fuel 251 safety information relating to automotive fuels 247 Fuses 190 192 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 249 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 251 Gauges 16 H Hazard flashers 189 Head restraints 81 85 Headlamps 33 aiming 36 autolamp system 33 bulb specifications 39 flash to pass 35 high beam 34 replacing bulbs 40 turning on and off 33 Hood ...

Page 276: ...r support seats 84 M Message center 55 system check button 57 warning messages 58 Mirrors 45 50 automatic dimming rearview mirror 48 fold away 51 heated 51 side view mirrors power 50 Moon roof 54 Motorcraft parts 228 247 261 O Octane rating 250 Oil see Engine oil 235 Overdrive 174 P Parking brake 170 Parts see Motorcraft parts 261 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor 91 Power distribution box ...

Page 277: ...e Safety restraints 89 Seats 81 child safety seats 122 heated 84 SecuriLock passive anti theft system 76 Servicing your vehicle 230 Setting the clock AM FM In dash 6 CD 26 Snowplowing 8 Spark plugs specifications 261 266 Special notice ambulance conversions 8 utility type vehicles 8 Specification chart lubricants 264 266 Speed control 51 Starting your vehicle 166 168 jump starting 209 Steering whe...

Page 278: ...gnal 37 V Vehicle dimensions 266 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 268 Vehicle loading 153 Ventilating your vehicle 169 W Warning lights see Lights 12 Washer fluid 234 Water Driving through 187 Windows power 46 rear wiper washer 44 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid 234 liftgate reservoir 234 operation 43 replacing wiper blades 235 Wrecker towing 214 2006 Mariner mrn Owne...

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