1997 Mercury Mountaineer Owner's Manual - Page 138
1997 Mercury Mountaineer Manual
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Maintenance and care Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed space with the engine running. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 4. If work must be done with the engine running, avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts. Take appropriate precautions with long hair. 4 H C 2 1 F E 0 3 5 6 60 40 80 100 120 o o o o 140 0 0 0 0 0 0 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY 160 180 H L 20 RPM x 1000 0 MPH km/h 200 H - + P R N D 2 1 L RSM ON SET ACC OFF COAST SRS Opening the hood 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the steering column. 2. While applying downward pressure on the hood, push the hood latch handle located behind the grille near the center front of the vehicle to the left. 3. Lift the hood. After closing the hood, try to lift it to be sure that it is closed securely. Lubricate the hood latch every six months to ensure proper operation. 138