1999 Mercury Mountaineer Owner Guide 1st Printing
1999 Mercury Mountaineer Manual
1999 Mercury Mountaineer manual content summary:
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Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting Driving Roadside emergencies Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 2
Guide contains information on this subject. Please refer to the Index to locate the appropriate section which will provide you more information. WARNINGS Warnings first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in. 2 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 3
this Owner's Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter as well as the "Four Wheeling" supplement included - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 4
H L H 90 180 0 0 0 0 0 0 160 100 110 200 F E 0 RPM x 1000 10 0 km/h OFF RSM ON SET ACC OFF COAST SRS Headlamp control (pg. 20) Instrument panel dimmer switch (pg. 21) Turn signal and wiper/washer control (pg. 85) Speed control (pg. 81) Driver side - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 5
(pg. 31) Rear window/washer control (pg. 86) Electronic sound system (pg. 34) Gearshift (includes overdrive button) (pg. 149) OD FM 1 CLK BAL FADE AUTO SET PUSH SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN EJ DOLBY SYSTEM TAPE CD REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1-2 3 4 COMP 5 SHUFFLE 6 OFF • A/C • MAX A/C Climate controls - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 6
Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR 4 H CHECK ENGINE 5 6 40 30 20 10 50 60 60 70 0 0 0 80 100 120 140 80 90 160 3 2 1 RPMx1000 C 40 000000 100 1 10 H L H CHECK SUSP SPEED CONT 4WD HIGH 4WD LOW 20 180 FUEL RESET F E ABS 0 ! BRAKE MPH km/h 120 THEFT - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 7
) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Fuel reset Illuminates when - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 8
ON position ABS and the engine is off. If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 9
passive anti-theft system in the Controls and features chapter. THEFT Charging system Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service. Check gage Illuminates - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 10
the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is OFF. The light also illuminates when the air suspension system requires servicing. For information, refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter. CHECK SUSP Speed control This light comes on when either the SET/ACCEL or RESUME - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 11
opened. GAUGES CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR 4 H CHECK ENGINE 5 6 40 30 20 10 50 60 60 70 0 0 0 80 100 120 140 80 90 160 3 2 1 RPMx1000 C 40 000000 100 1 10 H L H CHECK SUSP SPEED CONT 4WD HIGH 4WD LOW 20 180 FUEL RESET F E ABS 0 ! BRAKE MPH km/h 120 THEFT P R N D 2 1 L O/D OFF 11 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 12
overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. H C Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. This gauge indicates the temperature of - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 13
50 40 60 60 70 0 0 0 80 100 120 140 80 90 160 30 40 000000 100 1 10 20 180 MPH km/h 120 Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 14
This gauge shows the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated), have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as possible. H L Engine oil pressure gauge This shows the engine oil pressure in the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 15
. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status preceded by a brief indicator chime. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings. FUEL ENGLISH METRIC RANGE STATUS ECON RESET SYSTEM CHECK OIL CHANGE RESET 15 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 16
position during fueling. The display FUEL LEVEL ERROR indicates a problem with the fuel indication system. See your dealer or qualified service technician for system maintenance. FUEL ENGLISH/ METRIC RANGE STATUS ECON RESET SYSTEM CHECK OIL CHANGE RESET Fuel status Press once to display the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 17
. FUEL ENGLISH/ METRIC RANGE STATUS ECON RESET SYSTEM CHECK OIL CHANGE RESET System check Press the system check control to display the status of the following systems: • engine oil life left • engine oil level • voltage level • engine coolant temperature • washer fluid level • fuel level - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 18
center. Use only recommended engine oils. The message center will tell you the percent of oil life left during system check. This percentage is based on your driving to 100% (or your personalized oil reset percentage) (at optimal driving conditions, 100% oil life is equivalent to a maximum of 12 000 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 19
has been established, it will be used beginning with the completion of your next OIL CHANGE RESET procedure. FUEL ENGLISH/ METRIC RANGE STATUS ECON RESET SYSTEM CHECK OIL CHANGE RESET 19 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the engine must be running and • the headlamp control is in the Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation. • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim. • Rotate to full down position to turn off. CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system OFF A/C DIM MAX A/C Fan speed control Controls the volume of - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 22
vehicle. OFF A/C MAX A/C The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except and . However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or above. Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 23
higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging. • Operating tips • In humid weather, select before driving. This drive with the climate control system in the OFF position. • Don't put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the back - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 24
air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive system (if equipped) The EATC system will maintain a ˚F selected temperature and AUTO automatically control airflow. You can override automatic operation with any of the override controls, the fan speed control or the steering wheel - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 25
. Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed thumbwheel is turned or the steering wheel fan speed control is pressed. When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat, the fan will be at a low speed - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 26
Press MAX A/C and DEF at the same time (for one second) to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius. OFF HI REAR FAN OFF AUTO AUTOMATIC MAX A/C for existing conditions. You can override fan speed at any time. To control fan speed manually, use the thumbwheel or steering wheel control to - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
steering wheel fan speed control up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed. The display will show to indicate ˚F manual fan air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle. Under normal conditions, your vehicle's climate control system - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 28
mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 29
with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield). • If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 30
package of your vehicle, the rear console may be equipped with rear console audio/climate controls. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY The instrument panel climate controls must be on in order for the rear console climate controls to work. Turn the air distribution control to the desired airflow - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 31
Controls and features Select for air to flow through these vents: - VOLUME + BAND SEEK MEMORY REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the defroster before ten minutes have passed, push the control again. 31 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 32
(IF EQUIPPED) This control operates the 4WD. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. 4x4 AUTO HIGH LOW REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The reverse sensing system (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the reverse gear is selected. The RSS will - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 33
illuminated to indicate a failure of the reverse sensing system. OFF Always keep the sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free from dirt, snow and ice (do not clean the sensors with sharp objects). These elements may cause the system to operate inaccurately. If the vehicle sustains damage - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 34
please read and understand the limitations on the reverse sensing system described above. Reverse sensing is only an assist for some , always use caution when in reverse and when using the reverse sensing system. USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM AM/FM stereo cassette VOL - PUSH ON AM BASS TREB FM1 ST - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 35
/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. VOL - PUSH ON Turn the control to raise or lower volume. VOL - PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a "nominal" listening level when the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 36
Controls and features Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode. Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next SEEK frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable TUNE station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly. to move to the next - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 37
, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's bass output. BASS Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 38
Controls and features Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. BAL Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. FADE Tape select • To enter tape mode while in radio mode, press the TAPE AMS - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 39
direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached. Tape direction select Press SIDE and 1-2 at the same time to play the alternate side of a tape. Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape. SIDE REW 1-2 FF SIDE REW 1-2 FF EJ Dolbyா noise reduction Dolby - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 40
Controls and features Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby noise reduction. The noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Setting the clock To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press: CLK - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 41
AM FM BASS CD TREB FM1 ST SCN BAL FADE CLK DISC SEEK TUNE EJ COMP 1 2 3 4 5 6 Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. VOL - PUSH ON 41 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 42
- PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio and CD modes. AM FM CD AM/FM - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 43
function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD. (The CD scans in a forward direction, wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again. 43 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 44
, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's bass output. BASS Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 45
Controls and features Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. BAL Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. FADE CD select • To begin CD play (if CD[s] are loaded), press the CD control. - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 46
Controls and features Setting the clock To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press: SCN CLK • • to decrease hours and to increase hours. SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press: SCN CLK • • to decrease minutes and to increase minutes. SEEK - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 47
B NR EJ TAPE CD AUTO CLK SCAN FF BASS TREB SIDE 1-2 SEL BAL COMP FADE SHUFFLE 1 2 3 4 5 6 Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the AM/FM select control or the tape/CD select control - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 48
Controls and features If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD modes. AM FM AM/FM - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 49
Controls and features Tune adjust for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to select the previous SEEK SEEK disc in the CD changer. (Play will begin on the first track of the TUNE TUNE disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode. Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control to - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 50
changer mode (if equipped) Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD. (The CD scans in a forward direction, wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again. Radio station memory preset The radio - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 51
held in memory on the control you selected. Autoset memory preset Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations. Starting autoset memory preset - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 52
Controls and features To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system's manually set memory stations, press the AUTO control again. Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's bass output. Press the BASS control then press: • to decrease the bass - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 53
the front and to shift the sound to the rear. • BAL FADE SEL Tape/CD select • To begin tape play (with a tape loaded into the audio system) TAPE CD while in the radio or CD mode, press the TAPE control. Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 54
tape is reached. • In CD mode, pressing the control fast forwards the CD within the current track. Tape direction select Press SIDE 1-2 to play the alternate side of a tape. SIDE 1-2 3 Eject function Press the EJ control to stop and eject a tape. Press the EJ control to stop and eject a CD. EJ - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 55
Controls and features Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 56
in the above manner. SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE The CLK button will allow you to switch between media display mode AUTO (radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode for ten seconds before reverting back to the clock. In media mode, the media information will always be displayed. 56 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 57
, a - VOLUME + MODE feature of the optional Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD/Premium Sound and the MACH SEEK MEMORY Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD, allows front and middle seat passengers to listen to different media sources (radio, cassette or CD) simultaneously. However - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 58
Controls and features To activate the Personal Audio System, press the speaker/headphone control. Press the MODE control to change audio sources (for headphone mode only). Use the SEEK, VOLUME and MEMORY controls to make adjustments to the playing media. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY Adjusting the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 59
Controls and features Turning the speakers on and off Press to turn all speakers on or off. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY Using headphones Plug a 3.5 mm headphone (not included) into the jack. Press the speaker on/off control to operate the headphones. The rear speakers will cut out once the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 60
Controls and features Memory preset control Push the MEMORY control successively to allow rear seat passengers to scroll through the 6 memory presets in AM, FM1 or FM2. Push the MEMORY control in CD changer mode (if equipped) to advance to the next disc. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY Seek - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 61
EJ TAPE CD AUTO SCAN FF BASS TREB SIDE 1-2 SEL BAL COMP FADE RDS SHUFFLE 1 2 3 4 5 6 Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lighting strategy. This lighting feature is operable when the headlamps are illuminated. During the operation of any selected mode - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 62
and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. If you wish to maintain your preset volume level, turn the audio system off with the power control before switching off the ignition. AM/FM select The AM/FM select - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 63
Controls and features Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 64
function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD. (The CD scans in a forward direction, wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again. 64 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 65
memory preset Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between . To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system's manually set memory stations, press the AUTO control again. 65 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 66
bass output and to increase bass output. • BASS TREB SEL Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's treble output. Press the TREB control then press: to decrease treble output and • to increase treble output. • BASS TREB SEL Speaker balance - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 67
to shift sound to the rear. • BAL FADE SEL Tape/CD/CD changer (if equipped) select • To begin tape play (with a tape loaded into the audio system) TAPE CD while in the radio or CD mode, press the TAPE control. Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 68
in slow forward action. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast forward action. Tape direction select Press SIDE 1-2 to play the alternate side of a tape. SIDE 1-2 3 Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape. Press the control to stop and eject a CD. EJ - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 69
Controls and features Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 70
until SELECT MIN is displayed and press: AUTO RDS • • to decrease minutes and to increase minutes. SEL Radio Data System (RDS) feature This feature allows your audio system to receive text information from RDS-equipped FM radio stations. Press and hold the control for three seconds to turn the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 71
Controls and features RDS traffic announcement • Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed. AUTO RDS • Use the SELECT control to select ON or OFF. With the feature ON, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data). SEL - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 72
Controls and features • Use the SEL control to select the program type. With the feature on, use the SEEK or AUTOSET or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections: • Classic • Country • Info • Jazz/R&B • Religious • Rock • Soft • Top 40 SEL RDS show • With the RDS - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 73
control again to return to the playing media. Rear seat controls (if equipped) The Personal Audio System, a feature of the optional Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD/Premium Sound and the MACH Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD, allows front and middle seat passengers to listen - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 74
Controls and features Adjusting the volume - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY Press the + control to increase volume. Press the - control to decrease volume. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY From the rear seat controls, volume control can be set no higher than the current radio setting unless the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 75
Controls and features The rear speakers will cut out once the speaker on/off control is pressed. The front speaker will remain playing for the front passengers. Press the control again to deactivate the headphones. Mode select Push the MODE control to toggle between AM, FM1, FM2, tape, CD or CD - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 76
. CD changer (if equipped) The CD changer is located in one of the following locations: • in the trunk • in the center console • under the driver's seat 1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine. 2. Press to eject the magazine. 3. Turn the magazine (A) over. 4. Using the disc holder - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 77
you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever (A). 5. Line up the CD with the groove of the disc holder. Ensure that the label on the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 78
Keep the CD changer door closed. Coins and foreign objects will damage the CD player and void your audio system warranty. Troubleshooting the CD changer (if necessary, clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge. Do not use circular motion. CD and CD changer - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 79
. Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle's antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems. Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 80
gearshift 4 1 lever and allows key removal. 5 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. 4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key position when driving. 5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 81
N (Neutral) with the speed control on. To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition. ON OFF Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased. 81 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 82
be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph). RSM SET ACC COAST If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill, you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed. If - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 83
is reached or • Press and release CST/COAST. Each press will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or RSM SET ACC COAST • Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL. RSM SET ACC COAST To disengage speed control • Depress the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 84
/RSM/RESUME. For RES/RSM/RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). RSM SET ACC COAST Indicator light This light comes on when either the SPEED SET ACC/SET ACCEL or RES/RSM/RESUME controls are CONT pressed. It turns off when the speed control - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 85
tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down. Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position, then release the control to lock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. HAZARD FLASHER For information - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 86
and washer control to the desired interval position. OFF R.WIPE HI PUSH Press the control for rear washer fluid operation. OFF R.WIPE HI PUSH STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control features. 86 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 87
features • Press TEMP up or down to adjust temperature. • Press FAN up or down to adjust fan speed. OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle's overhead console will vary according to your option package. All overhead consoles show the outside temperature and compass display. 87 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 88
opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers: • Remove the storage clip from the door. • Place Velcro hook onto side of aftermarket transmitter opposite of actuator control. • Place the transmitter into storage compartment - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 89
Controls and features • Press the GARAGE control to activate the transmitter. Moon roof (if equipped) You can move the moon roof back to open the glass panel or tilt up to ventilate the vehicle. To open the moon roof: The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express opening - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 90
The compass display is contained in the overhead console. The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW. 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 or - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 91
Controls and features Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in by referring to the zone map. 1 2 3 13 4 12 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 15 14 2. Press and hold the MODE control until VAR appears in the display, then release. The display should show the current zone number. 3. Press - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 92
and release. • Drive the vehicle slowly (less replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gates, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 93
the HomeLink Universal Transceiver by erasing the three factory default REC DEL PLAY codes by holding down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. 2. Hold the end of your hand-held transmitter 5-14 cm (2-5 inches) away from the HomeLink - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 94
. To REC operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink button (the red light will illuminate, indicating the signal is being transmitted). DEL PLAY Rolling code programming Rolling code garage door openers (or other rolling code devices) which are "code protected" and manufactured - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 95
features After completing the "Programming" functions, follow these steps to train a garage door opener with the rolling code feature: 1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit. Refer to the garage door opener manual or call 1-800-355-3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink.jci - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 96
. Do NOT release until step 4 has been completed. 2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds), position the hand-held transmitter 5-14 controls. When you get an idea or remember something important while you're driving, you don't have to try to scribble it down or pull off - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 97
green twice. If the DEL button is inadvertently pressed or the time allotted (5 seconds) has passed, the indicator light will flash amber and an "error" tone will sound. AUTOLAMP DELAY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The autolamp sets the headlamps to turn on and off automatically. The autolamp may be set to - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 98
bright light from front or behind, it will adjust automatically to minimize glare. The mirror will automatically return to the normal position whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) (when the mirror is in the ON position). This helps to ensure a bright clear view in the mirror when backing up - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 99
Controls and features POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close. AUTO • Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. AUTO One touch down • Press AUTO completely down and release quickly. The driver - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 100
are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. Move lock control up to engage the lock. Move control down to disengage childproof locks. 100 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 101
if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • utility compartment with cassette/compact disc storage • auxiliary power point • cupholders • tissue box holder 101 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 102
Hard objects can injure you in a collision. Auxiliary power point The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories. Rear console features The rear console incorporates the following features: • air vents • audio system controls • rear seat climate controls • cupholders 102 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 103
Controls and features CENTER ARMREST/REAR CUPHOLDER Do not attempt to raise the console armrest when the rear cupholder is in use. If you find resistance when raising the armrest, make sure the cupholder is fully closed or else damage may occur to the armrest. POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT To install - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 104
This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate door or window open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle. CARGO COVER (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo area shade that covers the luggage compartment of your - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 105
the end cap slots. 7. Insert the shade into the side mounting brackets and check to make sure that it operates properly. The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 106
all doors. Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm. To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 107
The remote entry system can also control the memory seat feature. Press the control once to unlock the driver's door and move the power door unlock control three times. 4. Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF. 5. Press the power door unlock control three times. 6. Turn the ignition back to ON - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 108
be caused by: • weather conditions • nearby radio towers • structures around the vehicle • other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Place - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 109
Controls and features Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle's transmitters to your dealer if service is required. If entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control or • any door is open. The battery saver will - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 110
and features The autolock feature repeats when: • any door is opened and then closed • the brake pedal is released Deactivating autolock Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the ignition is OFF and all vehicle doors and liftgate window are closed. 1. Enter the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 111
0 • lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key • activate/deactivate the autolock feature See also Remote entry system in this chapter for more information. figure out these types of codes. Your personal code does not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you. You can use - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 112
instructions: Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory-set code. 2. Press 1/2 within five seconds of step 1. 3. Press the 7/8 and 9/0 controls at the same time within five seconds of step two. The system will now only respond to the factory-set code. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Unlocking the doors - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 113
a SecuriLock key is not detected (vehicle theft situation), the vehicle's engine will not operate. The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Large - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 114
system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician. Programming spare SecuriLockி keys Spare SecuriLock keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLock passive anti-theft system that already operate your vehicle's engine). If two previously programmed - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 115
procedure from step 1. If the programming procedure was successful, the new SecuriLock key(s) will start the vehicle's engine. The theft indicator (located on the instrument cluster) will light for three seconds and then go out. If the programming procedure was not successful, the new SecuriLock - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 116
manual lumbar support Turn the lumbar support control toward the front of vehicle to increase firmness. Turn the lumbar support control pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 117
Seating and safety restraints Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. 117 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 118
Seating and safety restraints REAR SEATS Folding rear seats (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with a built-in child seat, the seatback cannot be folded down unless the built-in child seat is fully stowed. 1. Press the lower release control downward to unlatch the seatback. 2. Rotate the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 119
position. The seatback will click when it is locked into position. PUSH PUS H SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. To prevent the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 120
safety restraints All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag 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 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 121
Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of 8 km - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 122
allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. • This vehicle has a seat belt system with an energy management feature at the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 123
checks for proper seat belt system function. BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly "automatic locking retractor" feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 124
torso. Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If...The driver's safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 125
and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Maintenance and care section. AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 4 5 6 50 60 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 126
supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 127
restraints Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Children and air bags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. Children must always be - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 128
must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators and air bags), • one or more impact and safing sensors, • a readiness light and - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 129
electrical system warning (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 130
A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front air bags. • Two crash sensors located under the outboard side of the front seats, attached to the floor. Side air bags, in combination with seat belts, can - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 131
with the vehicle service manual. If the air bag 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 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 132
the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags. Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 133
belt-positioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor vehicle safety standards. Belt belt does not fit snugly on both thighs, or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back follow all of the manufacturer's instructions with the safety seat you put - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 134
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System section in this chapter. • Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position. • Insert the belt seat back in upright position. • Put the safety belt in the Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions included with the safety seat you put - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 135
the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move seat all the way back. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 136
portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 137
is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine. Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. Attaching safety seats with tether straps Some manufacturers make safety seats that include a tether strap that goes over the back of the vehicle seat and - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 138
cushion frame. The anchorbracket must be installed using the instructions provided with the kit. Tether anchorage hardware kits (part number 613D74) including instructions, may be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Tighten the anchor according to specifications. Otherwise - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 139
, 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. Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 140
DOOR AJAR 4 H CHECK ENGINE 5 6 40 30 20 10 50 60 60 70 0 0 0 80 100 120 140 80 90 160 3 2 1 C 40 000000 100 1 10 H L H SPEED CONT 4WD 20 180 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 141
. 4. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake and release the parking brake. Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting, warms up the engine faster and allows the heater-defroster system to respond quickly. Use of an - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 142
. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. These fumes are harmful and could kill you. Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever: • the vehicle is raised for service. • the sound of the exhaust system changes. • the vehicle has been damaged in a collision. Engine exhaust, some - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 143
proper functioning of the vehicle's anti-lock brake system. The ABS performs a self-check at 17 km/h (10 mph) after you start the engine and begin to drive away. A brief mechanical noise may be heard during this test. This is normal. If a malfunction is found, the ABS warning light will come on. If - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 144
on and the engine is off. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal ! braking is still effective unless the BRAKE brake warning light also remains - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 145
springs to offset changes in vehicle loads. When ever a door is opened (including the liftgate) the system memorizes and maintains the height of the vehicle until all doors are closed. It is normal to hear a buzz or clicking from the air compressor on the vehicle when the ignition is turned off. The - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 146
Driving The air suspension shut-off switch is located in the cargo area behind the left rear quarter trim panel. On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Normal vehicle operation does not require any action by the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 147
brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. Driving locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 148
a heavy load • towing a trailer up or down steep hills • additional engine braking is desired. If towing a trailer, refer to Driving while you tow in the Trailer Towing chapter. (Overdrive) mode, press the transmission control switch. To return to The O/D OFF indicator will no longer be illuminated - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 149
the transmission control switch to cancel overdrive operation if driving in overdrive is not desired. 2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades. ). This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. 149 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 150
gear. (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through five. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever. The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) will illuminate on - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 151
control switch on the end of the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the position. The TCIL will illuminate on the instrument cluster. Transmission operates in gears one through four. (Drive) provides more engine braking than (Overdrive) and is useful whenever driving conditions (i.e., city - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 152
give them higher centers of gravity than ordinary passenger cars. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 153
-Trac system The Control-Trac system functions in three modes: • The 4WD AUTO mode provides 4x4 four-wheel drive with full power HIGH LOW AUTO delivered to the rear axle, and to the front axle as required for increased traction. This is appropriate for normal on-road operating conditions, such - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 154
and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Using the Control-Trac system Shifting - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 155
reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes. The transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine can overheat. Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km/h (35 mph). The tires may fail - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 156
If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. After driving through mud, clean - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 157
. In order to allow the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to operate properly, keep steady pressure on the brake pedal. Allow more stopping distance and drive slower than usual. Consider using one of the lower gears. ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) (5.0L ENGINES ONLY) Your vehicle is equipped - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 158
steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Mud and water If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Traction or brake capability may be limited. When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water higher than the bottom of the hubs - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 159
need to be checked unless a leak is suspected. Driving on hilly or sloping terrain When driving on a hill, avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes. You could lose traction and slip sideways. Drive straight up, straight down or avoid the hill completely. Know the conditions on the other - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 160
and steadily when starting from a full stop. When braking, apply the brakes as you normally would. In order to allow the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to operate properly, keep steady pressure on the brake pedal. Allow more stopping distance and drive slower than usual. Consider using one of the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 161
base vehicle, passengers, optional equipment and cargo. The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Compliance Label on the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) : Carrying capacity for each axle system curb weight for each engine/transmission combination, any - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 162
Driving The Certification Label, found on the inside pillar of the driver's door or amount of cargo carried). You may brake capability may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your engine. If driving - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 163
trailer. Refer to the severe duty schedule in the service guide and or maintenance guide. • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km (500 miles). • Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. Do - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 164
Engine axle GCWR-kg frontal area of (lbs.) ratio (lbs.) trailer-m2 (ft2) 0-Maximum 4.0L 4 082 0-2 041 3.55 4.64 (50) SOHC (9 000) (0-4 500) 4.0L 4 535 0-2 649 3.73 4.64 (50) SOHC (10 000) (0-5 840) 4 990 0-3 030 5.0L 3.73 4.64 (50) (11 000) (0-6 680) Trailer towing table (4x4 and AWD instructions - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 165
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 brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 166
damage the electrical system resulting in fire. Contact your local Ford dealership for assistance in proper trailer tow wiring installation. Additional electrical equipment may be required. Using a step bumper The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and requires only a ball with a 19 mm - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 167
Driving • After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather, place the gearshift in P (Park) and increase idle speed. This aids engine cooling and air conditioner - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 168
Driving To adjust cross-bar position: 1. Slide the locking switches at each end of the crossbar toward the rear of the vehicle until UNLOCKED appears. 2. Slide cross-bar to the desired location. 3. Lock the cross-bar into position by pushing the locking switches on each end of the crossbar toward - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 169
. The "Fuel Reset" indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster. The shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 170
-off switch is located in the passenger's foot well, behind the kick panel. 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 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 171
Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Standard Fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Maxi Fuses - - - - - - - Yellow - Green Orange Red Blue Tan Natural Cartridge Fuse Link Maxi Cartridge Fuses - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Blue Blue - - Pink Pink Green Orange - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 172
panel is located on the left hand side of the instrument panel facing the driver's side door. Pull the panel cover outward to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover. 12 16 20 24 28 4 8 36 35 11 15 19 23 27 3 7 10 14 18 22 26 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 173
Shift Lock Actuator, Blend Door Actuator, A/C - Heater Assembly, Flasher, Overhead Console, Load Leveling Module 11 7.5A Instrument Cluster 12 7.5A Washer Pump Relay, Rear Washer Pump Relay 13 20A Brake Pedal Position Switch, Brake Pressure Switch 14 10A 4 Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (4WABS) Module - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 174
Pedal Position (CPP) Switch, Starter Interrupt Relay, Anti-Theft Generic Electronic Module (GEM), Instrument Cluster, Securi-Lock Battery Saver Relay, Electronic Shift Relay, Interior Lamp Relay, Electronic Shift Control Module DRL, Backup Lamps Switch, DTR Sensor Generic Electronic Module (GEM - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 175
distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 176
10 6 2 15 3 8 11 7 4 3 9 2 1 9 8 10 7 1 3 12 8 The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating 1 60A** I/P Fuse Panel 2 40A** Blower Motor Relay 3 50A** 4 Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (4WABS) Module 4 30A** Power Windows, Power Moon Roof - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 177
Control Module 4 Wheel Anti-Lock System (4WABS) Module Rear Wiper Motor Fuel Pump Relay and RAP Module Horn Relay Parklamps Relay and Mainlight Switch Mainlight Switch and Multifunction Switch Heated Oxygen Sensor, EGR Vacuum Regulator, EVR Solenoid, Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor, Canister Vent - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 178
get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to bumper Left rear quarter panel behind interior trim Lower rear seat base Removing the spare tire 1. Insert the jack handle into the rear bumper - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 179
, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Refer to the instruction sheet for detailed tire change instructions. 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set the parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn engine OFF. 179 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 180
transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the transmission is in P (Park). 3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 4. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim. 5. Loosen each wheel lug nut, but do not remove them until the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 181
Roadside emergencies 6. Turn OFF the air suspension switch (if equipped). Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter. 7. Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 25 mm (1 inch) off the ground. • Front • Rear - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 182
. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 11. Remove the jack and fully 1 tighten the lug nuts in the order shown. 3 4 5 12. Stow the flat tire, jack and lug wrench. Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. 13. Turn ON the air suspension switch (if - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 183
. You could damage the catalytic converter. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 184
jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) booster 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 the positive (+) terminal of the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 185
an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the carburetor. The preferred locations of an exposed metal part (to ground the circuit) are the alternator mounting brackets or an engine lifting eye. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 186
emergencies 5. Be sure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts and other moving parts of both engines. Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 187
Roadside emergencies • 4.0L SOHC - - - + + - + + 187 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 188
Roadside emergencies 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 188 - - - - + - - + + + + + - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 189
several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. If equipped with air suspension, the air suspension control must be turned - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 190
or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Do not tow with slingbelt equipment. Ford Motor Company has not developed or approved a T-hook or slingbelt towing procedure. A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck driver refer to - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 191
lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. If you disconnect the battery, the engine must "relearn" its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly, as explained in Battery in this chapter. Working with the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 192
Maintenance and care Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the steering column on the instrument panel. 192 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 193
4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1 2 3 4 5 9 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 8 7 6 Windshield washer fluid reservoir Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Battery Power steering fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Engine coolant reservoir 193 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 194
Engine oil filler cap Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Battery Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Air filter assembly 8 7 6 ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 195
Maintenance and care 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). • 4.0L V6 engine ADD 1 QT FULL • 5.0L V8 engine MIN MAX 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 196
) or the MAX mark (5.0L engine) may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 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. 2. If - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 197
and could, under certain conditions, lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty. Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 198
cylinder run dry. This may cause the brakes to fail. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for UID RADIATOR COOLANT ONLY Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield washer fluid. Checking and adding washer fluid for the - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 199
the reservoir. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules. Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become empty. If - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 200
coolant according to the appropriate schedule listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Before adding engine coolant, check the color of the coolant in your vehicle. For vehicles with green coolant, use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or an equivalent - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 201
Refill capacities in the Capacities and specifications chapter. Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if you have to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant per month. Severe winter climate If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than -36°C [-34°F]), it may - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 202
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 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 203
can be reached after approximately 30 km (20 miles) of driving. However, you can check the fluid without driving if the outside temperatures are above 10°C (50°F). If fluid is added at this time, an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature. 203 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 204
°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]). ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission 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 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 205
AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for maintenance intervals. If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be necessary. 205 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 206
, however, try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water. If the battery needs water often, have the charging system checked. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 207
performance. To begin this process: 1. Set your parking brake. 2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. Let the engine idle for at least one minute. 4. The relearning process will automatically complete as you drive the vehicle. • The vehicle may need to be - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 208
manner. Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. RE LE AD R TU N RECYCLE WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades at least twice a year or when they seem less effective - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 209
as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction AA A B C The traction - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 210
car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel possible tire failure. SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 211
band is visible through the tire treads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial, bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the you do not follow these precautions, your vehicle may not drive properly and safely. Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type, load-carrying - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 212
replace wheels. Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Use only SAE Class S chains. • Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 213
cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the pressure in the fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to work improperly in a collision. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you hear - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 214
refuel, your engine should perform adequately. However, the performance of the emission control devices and systems may be adversely be covered by the emissions warranty. Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based compounds - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 215
areas. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage. 87 Fuel quality If you are - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 216
need to crank the engine several times before the system starts to pump fuel from the tank to the engine. • Your "Check Engine" light may come on. For more information on the "Check Engine" light, refer to the Instrumentation chapter. Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 217
or a qualified service technician. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. If you replace the fuel filter, replace it with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 218
total kilometers traveled. Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used. Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (city or highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle's fuel economy. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will show - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 219
may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. • Drive at reasonable speeds (traveling at 105 km /h [65 mph] uses 15% more fuel than traveling at 88 km/h [55 mph]). • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Use of the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 220
for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollover/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Use of fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 221
Motor 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 charging system warning light, "Check Engine" light - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 222
Warning Lights and Chimes section of the Instrumentation chapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test with the "Check Engine/Service Engine Soon" light on. If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the OBD-II system is reset to a "not ready for I/M test" condition - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 223
the lamp housings and affect lamp performance. Replacing headlamp bulbs Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children's reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 224
the ring to retain the new bulb. 4. Remove the old bulb from the lamp assembly by gently pulling it straight back out of the lamp assembly. To install the new bulb: 1. With the flat side of the new bulb's plastic base facing upward, insert the glass end of the bulb into the lamp assembly. You may - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 225
by turning clockwise. 4. Align the parking lamp assembly and push to snap in place. 5. Install screw on lamp assembly. Replacing tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs The tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs are located in the same portion of the tail lamp assembly, one just below the other. Follow the same steps to - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 226
mount brakelamp bulbs For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician. Using the right bulbs Function Number of bulbs Trade Cargo lamp 1 211-2 Interior overhead lamp 1 912 (906) Front door courtesy lamp 1 168 Map lamps 2 168 (T10) Ashtray lamp 1 161 To replace all instrument panel lights - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 227
The alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician if: • Oncoming motorists frequently signal you to deactivate your high beams, and your high beams are not activated. • The headlamps do not seem to provide enough light for clear night vision. • The headlamp beams - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 228
four months, depending on operating conditions. Use only carnauba or synthetic-based waxes. Use cleaning fluid or engine. The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. • Cover - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 229
• 4.0L SOHC • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. Cleaning the wheels Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle. Do not use acid-based or alcohol-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong detergents. Never - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 230
cleaning. Clean with a tar remover if necessary. Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents or petroleum-based cleaners. Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle. Use glass cleaner or tar remover if necessary. To avoid scratching the lamps, do - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 231
belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach or dye the belts, because these actions may weaken the belt webbing. Check the safety belt system pad, cleans the leather and maintains its natural beauty. Follow the instructions on - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 232
Maintenance and care Woodtone trim Wipe stains with a soft cloth and a multi-purpose cleaning solution. Inside windows Use glass cleaner for the inside windows if they become fogged. Cleaning mirrors Do not clean your mirrors with a dry cloth or abrasive materials. Use a soft cloth - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 233
Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter Fuel filter Battery (standard) Battery (optional) Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs* 4.0L SOHC V6 engine FA-1658 FG-986B BXT-65-650 BXT-65-750 FL-1A EV-225 AGRF-22P 5.0L V8 engine FA-1658 FG-986B BXT-65-650 BXT-65-750 FL-820S - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 234
Transmission fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft MERCONV ATF Application 4R70W Automatic with 5.0L V8 engine (AWD) 5R55E Automatic with 4.0L SOHC V6 engine (4x2) 5R55E Automatic with 4.0L SOHC V6 engine (4x4) AWD 4WD Engine coolant1 See footnote 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 5.0L V8 engine 4x4 vehicles Refer - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 235
of Traction-Lok axles. LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Ford part name or equivalent High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Ford part number Ford specification 1 Item Brake fluid C6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 Body hinges, latches, door striker plates and rotors, seat Multi-Purpose - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 236
Capacities and specifications Item Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B ESE-M97B44-A Driveshaft, slip Premium Long spline, universal XG-1-C or K Life Grease joints E2FZ-19549-AA Engine coolant1 Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color) Ford Extended F6AZ- - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 237
Motorcraft SAE 75W140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant, part number F1TZ-19580-B, Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A. 4.0L been serviced. ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Horsepower Torque Recommended fuel Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Compression ratio 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 245 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 238
Capacities and specifications VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions (1) Overall length (2) Overall width (3) Overall height (4) Wheelbase (5) Track - Front (5) Track - Rear mm (in) 4 788 (188.5) 1 783 (70.2) 1 725 (67.9) 2 835 (111.6) 1 486 (58.5) 1 487 (58.5) 4 1 238 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 239
Certification Label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver's side. MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A. DATE: XXXXX GVWR:XXXXX XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD PRESSURE (RR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING - SEE OWNER GUIDE EXT PNT: XXXXXX XXXXXX RC: XX DSO: XXXX F0000 BAR INT TR TP/PS R AXLE - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 240
the following areas (if applicable): AIR BAG XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX the the the the the the the left and right front fenders left and right front doors front and rear bumpers hood left and right rear quarter panels decklid liftgate (if equipped) Engine number The engine number (the last eight - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 241
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (202-366-0123 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 242
Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...157 Armrests ...103 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...147,148,149, 150,151,152 Axle refill capacities ...233 Battery voltage gauge ...14 Brakes ...143 anti-lock ...143,144 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...144 fluid, checking - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 243
, dimming ...21 replacing bulbs ...222,223 ,224,225,226 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...80 Liftgate ...103 Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...7 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...8 anti-theft ...9 brake ...8 charging system ...9 check coolant ...9 cruise indicator ...10 door ajar ...10 fuel - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 244
doors ...106 replacement/additional transmitters ...109 replacing the batteries ...108 Reverse sensing system ...32 Roof rack ...167 Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...11 Safety restraints cleaning the safety belts .125,231 extension assembly ...124 for children ...132 244 warning light - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 245
Vehicle loading ...160 Ventilating your vehicle ...142 Warning chimes ...6 Washer fluid ...198 reservoir ...198 Water, Driving through ...162 Windows ...99,100 rear wiper/washer ...86 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and cleaning ...208 operation ...85 replacing wiper blades ...208 245 - 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 246
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Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G. Tire size and pressure See Safety Compliance Certification Label on inside of driver door. Hood release Pull handle under the instrument panel. Coolant capacity-(4.0L SOHC V6 13.2L (14.0 quarts) engine)1 Coolant capacity (5.0L V8 engine)1 14
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Before driving
Introduction
2
Instrumentation
4
Controls and features
19
Seating and safety restraints
113
Starting and driving
Starting
136
Driving
140
Roadside emergencies
166
Servicing
Maintenance and care
187
Capacities and specifications
228
Customer assistance
236
Reporting safety defects
248
Index
249
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