2000 Mercury Mountaineer Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 170

Driving • Do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm (6 inches) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical vehicle components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions, reliability and causing internal transmission damage. Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime the axle has been submerged in water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. 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. Recreational towing (all wheels on the ground) Do not tow your vehicle with all wheels on the ground as vehicle damage may occur. LUGGAGE RACK Maximum load is 75 kg (165 lbs), evenly distributed. If it is not possible to distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible. Adjustable tie down loops (not equipped) must be used to secure the load. 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 the front of the vehicle. The rear rack can be completely removed in the UNLOCKED position by sliding the cross-bar rearward until it frees the guides. 170