2002 Mercury Grand Marquis Owner Guide 1st Printing
2002 Mercury Grand Marquis Manual
2002 Mercury Grand Marquis manual content summary:
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cassette (CD changer compatible) CD changer 23 23 29 35 45 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Electronic automatic temperature control 50 50 53 Lights Headlamps Bulb replacement 59 59 62 Driver Controls Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Message center 68 69 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 2
Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 106 106 110 125 130 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 138 138 142 145 148 153 154 157 Roadside - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 3
Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Hood Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications Engine data Vehicle dimensions 194 195 196 197 200 210 224 230 230 232 233 234 Accessories Index 237 240 All rights - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 4
Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: In is given in separate publications. This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 5
Introduction Remember to pass on the Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 6
driving, vary speeds frequently. This is recommended to give the moving parts a chance to break in. SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 7
controls. By operating other electronic equipment (e.g. mobile telephone without exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which can cause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics. Therefore you should observe the instructions of the equipment manufacturers. Please read the section Air bag - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 8
Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Master Lighting Switch Child Seat Child Seat Tether Anchorage Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 9
Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 10
FUEL CAP OD OFF 50 40 60 80 60 70 100 120 80 140 BRAKE AIR BAG 90 160 H VOLTS F FUEL 30 40 0000000 100 110 H TEMP C OIL 20 10 E 180 20 H 0 0 0 MPH 0 km/h 200 L < FUEL FILL DOOR 120 L Optional instrument cluster CHECK ENGINE S SPEED CONTROL km km/h MPH CHECK AIR SUSPENSION - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 11
(avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 12
the check fuel cap light on, can activate the Service Engine Soon/Check Engine warning light. It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap. For more information, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Brake system - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 13
. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. Charging system Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. AIR BAG Engine oil pressure (if equipped) Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Check the oil - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 14
cluster CHECK AIR SUSPENSION DOOR OVERDRIVE OFF AJAR Illuminates when the overdrive function has been turned OFF using LOW km WASHER MILES the Transmission Control Switch FLUID /GAL (TCS). If the light does not come on or the light flashes steadily, have TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km your vehicle serviced - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 15
on. Message center indicator lights (if equipped) Speed control This light comes on when either the SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. SPEED CONTROL Door ajar - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 16
you turn the ignition to ON. With the ignition ON, this light will flash five times and sound a tone for one second, then the light remains on (if the trunk is open). CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km Safety belt warning chime Sounds - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 17
CAP OD OFF 50 40 60 80 60 70 100 120 80 140 BRAKE AIR BAG 90 160 H VOLTS F FUEL 30 40 0000000 100 110 H TEMP C OIL 20 10 E 180 20 H 0 0 0 MPH 0 km/h 200 L < FUEL FILL DOOR 120 L Optional instrument cluster gauges CHECK ENGINE S SPEED CONTROL km km/h MPH CHECK AIR SUSPENSION - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 18
. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Steam and scalding liquid from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. • . If the gauge enters the red section, the engine coolant and Check Engine/Service Engine Soon indicators illuminate, refer to What you should know - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 19
level. Add oil if needed (refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician. Battery voltage gauge (if equipped) Indicates battery voltage. If the pointer moves and stays outside - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
or on a grade. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel. • Standard instrument cluster F FUEL E • Optional instrument cluster A minimum of four gallons must be added or removed from the - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
Instrument Cluster Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. • Standard instrument cluster 50 40 60 80 60 70 100 120 80 140 90 160 30 40 0000000 100 110 120 20 10 180 20 0 0 0 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 22
Instrument Cluster • Optional instrument cluster S km km/h MPH Refer to Electronic Message Center in the Driver controls chapter for information on how to switch the display from metric to English measurements. Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 23
TREB FM1 ST CLK BAL FADE TAPE AMS FM SEEK TUNE SCAN EJ SIDE REW 1-2 FF 1 2 3 4 5 6 Volume/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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 24
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 audio system's treble output. TREB Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. BAL - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 25
Entertainment Systems Seek function The seek function control works in radio mode. Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band. Scan function The scan function works in radio mode. - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 26
to Clock in the Driver controls chapter for instructions on setting the clock. Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode. 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
Entertainment Systems Tape select • To enter tape mode while in radio mode, press the TAPE AMS control. CLK TAPE AMS Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection CLK being played or to skip to the next selection. TAPE To - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 28
Entertainment Systems 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 EJ Dolbyா noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolby noise 4 reduction - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 29
AM/FM STEREO / SINGLE CD RADIO VOL - PUSH ON AM FM BASS CD TREB FM1 ST SCN BAL FADE CLK DISC SEEK TUNE EJ COMP DISCS CD CD SHUFFLE 1 2 3 4 5 6 Volume/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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 30
adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's treble output. TREB Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. BAL Seek function The seek function control works in radio, CD or CD changer mode (if - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 31
function The scan function works in radio or CD mode. SCN Scan function in radio mode Press the SCN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCN control again to stop the scan mode. Scan function in CD or CD changer mode (if equipped) Press the - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 32
AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. AM/FM select in CD or CD changer mode (if equipped) The AM/FM control to stop CD play and begin radio play. Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with four or six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to four or six - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 33
or not a listenable DISCS 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 is located there). Hold for quick movement. Tune adjust in CD changer mode (if equipped) • Press to - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 34
the CD player as jamming may occur. Rewind The rewind control works in CD mode. To rewind in CD mode, press the CD control (preset 1). Press the control again to deactivate rewind mode. Fast forward The fast forward control works in CD mode. To fast forward in CD changer mode, press the CD control - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 35
SHUFFLE control is pressed again. PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE (CD CHANGER COMPATIBLE) BASS SEL VOL PUSH ON CD TAPE EJ TREB FADE BAL RDS MUTE SEEK TUNE SCAN AUTO AM FM REW FF SIDE 1.2 COMP SHUFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lighting - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 36
on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's bass output. Press the BASS control. Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the amount of bass. Treble adjust The treble adjust - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 37
to adjust the sound between the front and rear speakers. BAL SEL FADE BAL SEL FADE Seek function The seek function control works in radio, tape or CD mode (if equipped). Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next SEEK listenable station down the frequency band. • Press to find the next - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 38
, the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning. • Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. After the last track has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay. Scan function The scan function works in radio, tape or CD mode (if - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 39
AM/FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play. AM/FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play. Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 40
to Clock in the Driver controls chapter for instructions on setting the clock. Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD mode (if equipped). Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next TUNE frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 41
with CD changer), ensure that CD TAPE the CDs are loaded. Press the CD control. The first track of the disc will begin playing. After that, CD play will begin where it stopped last. Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, or discs with removable labels into the CD player as - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 42
. Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD SHUFF mode and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order. If 6 equipped with the CD changer, the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks are played. Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 43
to mute the playing media. Press the control again to return to the playing media. MUTE Radio data system (RDS) feature This feature allows your audio system to receive station identification or program type from RDS-equipped FM radio stations. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 44
Entertainment Systems Program type • Press the RDS control until the FIND program type is displayed. • Use the SEL control to select the program type. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections: • Classic • Country • Info • Jazz • - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 45
Entertainment Systems 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 46
inserted and at the same level as the magazine (A). The unit will not operate if the disc holder is not inserted at the same level (B). A B Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. The magazine may be stored in the glove box when not being used. 46 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 47
may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off. ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer, other types will damage the unit. Keep the CD changer door closed. Coins and foreign objects will damage the CD player and void your audio system warranty. Do not insert any promotional (odd - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 48
disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine. Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur. CLEANING CASSETTE PLAYER (IF EQUIPPED) Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 to 12 hours - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 49
is displayed. The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo. AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTIES AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 50
Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) LO VENT OFF FLOOR MIX NORM A/C MAX A/C HI Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. LO HI Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode Selector - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 51
the windshield. If the temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. Operating tips • In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system in Defrost mode before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 52
airflow, in addition to, damaging the climate control system. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions: 1. Select the position that distributes air through the Panel and Floor. 2. Set the temperature control to full heat. 3. Set the fan speed to full fan. 4. Direct the - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 53
. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and if outside air or recirculated air is required. Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed thumbwheel is turned or the steering wheel fan speed control (if equipped) is pressed. When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 54
or one of the override controls) and manual control of fan speed ( ) if automatic fan speed is not desired. To control the temperature, select any temperature ) until a cooler temperature is selected by pressing the blue control. Temperature conversion at Press MAX A/C and DEF the same time (for - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 55
Climate Controls Fan speed ( ) When AUTOMATIC is pressed, fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions. You can override fan speed at any time. To control fan speed manually, use the thumbwheel to cancel automatic fan speed operation. Rotate the thumbwheel or press the steering wheel - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 56
Climate Controls • NORM A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. The temperature display will remain the same and air will be cooled based on the selected temperature. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as economical. Fan speed will remain automatic. Airflow is from the instrument panel registers. - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 57
. The readings that you get may not agree with temperatures given on the radio due to differences in vehicle and station locations. Operating tips • In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system in DEF before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. Once the windshield - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 58
the defroster outlets and block airflow, in addition to damaging the climate control system. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions: 1. Select VENT 2. Set the temperature control to full heat 3. Set the fan speed to HI 4. Direct the outer panel vents towards to side - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 59
still be visible with the headlamp operating. Autolamp control The autolamp system provides light OFF P sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. The autolamp system also keeps the AUTO lights on for a preselected period of LAMP time after - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 60
• the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 61
your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to speed up considerably if the left or right turn lamp bulb (front or rear) is burned out. Cornering lamps When the turn signal is used and the headlamps are on, the cornering lamps will light - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 62
Lights MAP/COURTESY LAMPS To turn on the map lamps, press the control next to each lamp. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the North America and an "E" for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 63
168 Dual floorwell lamp 906 Glove compartment 168 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently: • interior overhead lamp • map lamp - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 64
Lights 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 4. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear) to - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 65
Lights Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs The park/turn lamp bulbs follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Replacing tail lamp/brake/turn lamp bulbs The tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 66
Lights 5. Pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise. 7. Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle with three nut and washer assemblies ensuring the washers on the nuts are flush with the body to prevent water - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 67
Lights Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Remove two screws from the lamp assembly. 2. Carefully lift the lamp assembly up for access to the bulbs. 3. Carefully pull - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 68
tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades. Windshield wiper/washer features The exterior lamps will illuminate when the ignition is ON and the windshield wiper control is in the interval, LO or HI position. The lights will remain in - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 69
Driver Controls To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position. 2. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 70
POWER POINT The auxiliary power point is located under the instrument panel on the left hand side of the front passenger foot well. This outlet should be used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional electrical accessories. Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 71
Driver Controls • Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. AUTO Express down • Press AUTO and release quickly. window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls WINDOW LOCK except for the driver's press the left side of the - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 72
1. Select mirror or to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. (if equipped) Heated outside mirrors Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 73
Driver Controls Electronic compass (if equipped) The compass reading will remain accurate during most driving conditions. Unknown to the upon leaving the magnetized area. If highly magnetized items (such as magnetic mount antennas) are placed very near the compass the display will change to "C" for - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 74
when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the left side of the control to adjust the pedals away from you. • Press the right side of the control to adjust the pedals toward you. 74 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 75
inches) of maximum travel. Only adjust the accelerator and brake pedals when the vehicle is stopped and the gear shift lever is in the P (park) position. SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 76
a downhill, you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed. If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. This is normal. Pressing RESUME will re-engage it. Do not use - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 77
a lower set speed • Press and hold COAST. Release the control when the desired speed is reached or • Press and release COAST to operate the Tap-Down function. Each press will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or • Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 78
Controls To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. To return to a previously set speed • Press RES. For RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 79
pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) Radio control features • Press BAND/MODE to select AM, FM1, FM2, TAPE or CD (if equipped). In Radio mode: • Press MEM/NEXT to - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 80
-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. When programming your HomeLink Universal Transceiver, to a garage door or gate be sure that people and - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 81
gates and garage door openers may require you to replace step 3 with the procedure in the "Canadian Programing" section. 4. The red light will flash slowly Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds which may not be long - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 82
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.com. if there is difficulty locating the training button. 2. Press the training button on the garage door motor head unit (which will activate the "training" light). 82 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 83
Controls 3. Press and release the programmed HomeLink button. Press and release the HomeLink button a second time to complete the training process. (Some garage door release until step 4 has been completed. 2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds), position the hand- - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 84
has just been programmed. ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER The electronic message center only CHECK AIR SUSPENSION DOOR OVERDRIVE OFF AJAR works when the ignition is in the ON position. LOW km WASHER MILES The message center allows you to: FLUID /GAL • see problems such as door ajar, TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 85
• Press the left side of the control to advance the function to the left. To reset any function: 1. Push either the right or left side of the SELECT control to choose the desired function. 2. Press the RESET control and the RESET E/M SELECT selected message center function will be reset to zero. 85 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 86
Driver Controls Message center functions DISTANCE TO EMPTY (DTE) This function estimates DISTANCE AVG FUEL TO EMPTY ECONOMY approximately how far you can drive TRIP TRIP AVG with the fuel remaining in your tank A B SPEED under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition OFF when - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 87
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 liter (gallons) Press the RESET control while AVG RESET E/M SELECT ECON is - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 88
. To reset either trip feature to zero, press the RESET control while the appropriate trip distance feature (TRIP A or TRIP B) SPEED AVG FUEL ECONOMY AVG SPEED RESET E/M SELECT AVG SPEED (average speed) Select this function to display your DISTANCE AVG FUEL TO EMPTY ECONOMY average speed - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 89
for the best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears. Deactivating overdrive If your vehicle is equipped with a column-shift transmission, press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) located on the end of the gearshift lever. If your - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 90
release If the remote release is inoperative, open the trunk, then pull the override release handle located inside the trunk to open the fuel filler door. TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL The remote trunk release control is located on the driver's door trim panel and can be operated at any time. TRUNK FUEL 90 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 91
Controls CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • Utility compartment • Power point (rear of console) • Cupholders • Air of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. 91 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 92
Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors. U L door open, the doors cannot be locked using the power door lock switches. The vehicle can still be locked with the key in the ignition, by pressing the manual lock button on the door - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 93
be opened from the outside when the doors 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 childproof lock. Move - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 94
brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 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: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 95
Locks and Security Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver's door. The interior lamps will illuminate. Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors. Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. The horn will chirp and the parklamps/taillamps - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 96
keypad. 1. Enter the keyless entry keypad factory-set code. 2. Within 5 seconds press and hold 7/8 control. 3. Within 5 seconds with 7/8 held down, press and release 1/2 control. 4. Release 7/8 control. The doors will lock/unlock to confirm successful programming. Sounding a panic alarm Press this - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 97
) away from your vehicle. A decrease in operating range can 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 98
. The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds after the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter is pressed or when the ignition is turned to the START or ACC position. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control or • any door is open The battery - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 99
3. Within 5 seconds (while holding down control 7/8), press and release control 3/4. 4. Release control 7/8. The door will lock/unlock to confirm the feature has been disabled. Once disabled, the feature can be enabled by repeating the same sequence. Automatic door locks can also be turned on/off - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 100
code that operates the keyless entry system. You can also program your own 5-digit personal entry code. The factory-set code is located: • on the owner's wallet card in the glove compartment • taped to the computer module • or at your dealer When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 101
of step 1. 3. Press and hold 1/2 for two seconds. All of the vehicle doors will lock and then unlock to confirm erasure. Unlocking the doors and releasing the trunk with the keyless entry system To unlock the driver door, enter either the factory-set code or personal code (each digit pressed within - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 102
immobilization system. This system prevents the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 103
5 2 1 Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. The indicator light on the instrument will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the light stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 104
the coded key, but can cause a momentary NO-START condition if they are too close to the key during engine start. If a problem occurs, turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check to make sure the coded key is an approved - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 105
and the theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If not successful, the new coded key(s) will not start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off and you may repeat steps 1 through 6. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 106
, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that rests to the desired position. Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 107
forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Using the manual recline function (if equipped) Never adjust the driver's seat or seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 108
the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the other side of the control to adjust softness. Adjusting the power front seats - door mounted controls The controls for the power - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 109
Seating and Safety Restraints Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward. Press to move the seat forward or backward. Press to move the front portion of the seat cushion up or down. Press to move the rear portion of the seat cushion up or down. 109 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 110
frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of air bag-related injuries. The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 111
Seating and Safety Restraints • Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors. • Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. • The electrical wiring for the air bags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 112
If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, there will be a label located under the front passenger seat which is marked "OCS". Alternatively, you may take your vehicle to any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer for assistance. For air bags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 113
the condition of the system. Refer to the Warning light section in the Instrument cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Personal safety system is not required. The Restraints control module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the air bag supplemental restraints - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 114
the Personal safety system serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 115
Seating and Safety Restraints Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 116
locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an forward movement of the driver and passengers. Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 117
safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt passenger and rear outboard seat belt systems must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the "automatic locking retractor" feature for child - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 118
the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat lap belt (if equipped) The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not across the waist. 118 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 119
and Safety Restraints The lap belt does not adjust automatically. Insert the tongue into the correct buckle ( Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use. Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 120
Seating and Safety Restraints Conditions of operation If...The driver's safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...The driver's safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...The driver's safety belt is - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 121
to take a few seconds to buckle up. Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. "I'm not going far" "Belts are uncomfortable - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 122
ejection, WE CAN'T "PICK OUR CRASH". "The people I'm with don't wear belts" "I have an air bag" "I'd rather be thrown clear" Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt , make sure that: • the parking brake is set • the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) 122 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 123
the ignition switch is in the OFF position all vehicle doors are closed the driver's safety belt is unbuckled the switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1-2 minutes) • Steps 3-5 must be completed within - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 124
that can be added (part number 611C22). This assembly Manufacturer identification is located at the end of Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide the above conditions could - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 125
records information about the air bag and sensor systems. In the event of a collision this module may save information related to the collision including information about the air bag system and impact severity. This information will assist Ford Motor Company in the servicing vehicle and helping to - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 126
the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The front passenger air bag is not designed to offer protection to occupants in the center front seating position. Modifications to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 127
in this guide. 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. Air bags can - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 128
The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag 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. Several air bag system components get hot after - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 129
the problem and/or light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 130
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 children in the U.S. and Canada. If small children ride the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 131
seat that is labelled as conforming to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards. Belt-positioning booster seats raise the child the size and weight of the child. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 132
the information presented in the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section in this the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automatic locking mode (passenger side this chapter. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions included with the safety seat you put in - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 133
and Safety Restraints Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 134
tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert is latched securely by pulling on it. 5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 135
to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to the belt and repeat steps two through nine. Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured manufacturer's instructions. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for the center seating position - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 136
and hooks to an anchoring point. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your child seat built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as described below. The tether anchors in your vehicle are located under a cover marked with - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 137
Seating and Safety Restraints 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 4. Open the in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions section of this chapter for further instructions to secure the child safety seat. 7. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 138
radio to 3 operate while the engine is not 5 running. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, 2 automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. 1 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. 4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 139
fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. Do not allow the vehicle to - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 140
80 90 140 160 BRAKE AIR BAG H VOLTS F FUEL 30 40 0000000 100 110 H TEMP C OIL 20 10 E 180 20 H 0 0 0 MPH 0 km/h 200 L < FUEL FILL DOOR 120 L CHECK ENGINE S SPEED CONTROL H N O R M CHECK FUEL CAP F TRAC CNTL 1 / 2 - + km km/h MPH CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 141
as the engine speeds up. 5. 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 142
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 WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 143
events. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel, bumps, wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle's anti-lock brake system. The ABS performs a self-check after you start the engine and begin to drive away. A brief - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 144
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 illuminated with parking brake released. (If your brake warning lamp illuminates, have your - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 145
-lock braking system (ABS). Wheel-speed sensors allow excess rear wheel spin to be detected by the Traction Control portion of the ABS computer. Any excessive wheel spin is controlled by automatically applying and releasing the rear brakes in conjunction with engine torque reductions. Engine torque - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 146
indicator comes on and stays lit, either: • the Traction Control system requires service, or • the customer has disabled the system using the traction control switch located on the left side of the instrument panel. The Traction Control system will be on every time you turn the ignition key from - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 147
vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The air suspension system is designed to improve ride, handling and general vehicle performance during: • certain road conditions • steering maneuvers • braking - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 148
The air suspension shut-off switch is located on the left side of the trunk. If this switch is in the OFF position, the rear air suspension will not operate. On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. AIR SUSPENSION - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 149
. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. Driving with a 4-speed automatic transmission Understanding gearshift positions To put your vehicle in gear, start the engine, depress the brake pedal, then move gearshift lever out of P (Park). Hold the brake pedal down while you move the - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 150
lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this gear. Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift lever. O/D ON/OFF 150 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 151
engine braking is desired If towing a trailer, refer to Driving while you tow in this chapter. To return to Overdrive mode, press the transmission control switch. The O/D OFF indicator light will no longer be illuminated. Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automatically - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 152
vehicle decelerates to the proper speed. Forced Downshifts To gain surface. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 153
It does not include occupants or aftermarket equipment. • Payload: Combined maximum the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): Carrying capacity for each axle system. The GAWR subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each engine/transmission combination, any required option weight for - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 154
lower load carrying capacities than the originals driver's door, lists light duty towing vehicle. Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 3 200 km (2 000 miles). Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle's engine, transmission, brakes, tires and suspension - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 155
weight could result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of control, and personal injury. 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 trailer brakes - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 156
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 efficiency. • Vehicles with - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 157
bottom edge of the rear bumper. Exceeding these limits may lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is ) vehicles This applies to all cars and 4x2 trucks/sport utilities with Place the transmission in N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is 56 km/h (35 mph). • Maximum distance - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 158
Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is reference. In the United States, this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is mailed to you - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 159
need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column. • Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously. • Depress control again - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 160
. The fuel pump shut-off switch is located on the left side of the trunk behind the left rear tail light and the trunk liner. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 161
COLOR Fuse rating 2A 3A 4A 5A 7.5A 10A 15A 20A 25A 30A 40A 50A 60A 70A 80A Mini fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 162
are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 4 5 6 Fuse Amp Rating - - - 10A - 15A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Not Used Not Used Not Used Air Bags Not Used Instrument Cluster, Warning Lamps Module, Transmission Control Switch, Lighting Control Module (LCM) Not Used 7 - 162 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 163
Control Module (PCM) Power Relay, Coil-on -Plugs, Radio Noise Capacitator, Passive Anti-theft System (PATS) Not Used Rear Window Defrost Not Used Not Used Radio Traction Control Switch, Anti-lock Brakes (ABS), Instrument Cluster Speed Control Servo, Main Light Switch Illumination, Lighting Control - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 164
Beam Lighting Control Module (LCM), Main Light Switch, Cornering Lamps, Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor Power Windows Not Used Not Used Not Used ABS Values 24 25 26 27 10A 20A 10A 25A 28 29 30 31 32 * Maxi fuse 20A* - - - 20A Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 165
20A* 20A CB 30A** 50A** Power Distribution Box Description Electric Fuel Pump Relay Generator, Starter Relay, Fuses 15 and 18 Radio, CD Changer, Subwoofer Amplifier Not Used Horn Relay DRL Module Power Door Locks, Power Seats, Trunk Lid Release Air Suspension System See Fuses 5 and 9 6 14 9 165 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 166
See Fuses 4, 8, 16 and Circuit Breaker 12 PCM Power Relay, PCM High Speed Cooling Fan Relay Rear Window Defrost Relay, Also see Fuse 17 Anti-Lock Brake Module Not Used Cooling Fan Relay Rear Defrost Relay Horn Relay Cooling Fan Relay Air Suspension Pump Relay 15 40A** 16 - 17 30A CB Relay 1 - Relay - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 167
Compliance Label • tow a trailer • use tire chains • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle's reduced ground clearance • try to repair the flashers and set parking brake. HOOD 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park), turn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel. 167 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 168
jack could be located: • A - under the spare tire or • B - in the wheel well A B On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. OFF Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter of the Owner's Guide for more - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 169
Locate pry off notch (if equipped) and remove the center ornament body. • Locate the jack locator mark (B) on the body (C) near the tire you are changing, then place the jack D (D) under the frame (A) of the vehicle aligning it with the mark (B). • Position the jack according to the following guides - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 170
Roadside Emergencies To lessen risk of personnal 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 , jack and lug wrench 3 4 away. 12. Turn on the air suspension switch (if equipped). 5 2 170 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 171
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 are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 172
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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 173
Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 174
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 started, run both engines designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 175
of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 176
your roadside assistance center. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. Before your vehicle can be towed, the air suspension control in the luggage compartment - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 177
Ford Customer Relationship Center. Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you. In the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center 16800 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 178
) In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle, please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center: • Your telephone number (home and business). • The name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located. • The year and make - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 179
car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Service • Protection against covered repair costs after your Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty expires. You may purchase Ford ESP from - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 180
discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law. What kinds of cases does the Board review? Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicle performance concerns as on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 181
time of occurrence(s). • The current mileage. • The name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company. • The names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 182
may also contact the North American Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673 (Ford), TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952 or by writing to the Center at the following address: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, Michigan - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 183
/customer relationship office. The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 184
EST (Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card holders only.) Obtaining a French owner's guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. 184 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 185
a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle's applicable express warranty nonconformity (a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use, value or safety of the vehicle) OR 3. The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 186
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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 187
on local weather conditions and the cleaning soap that is used in washing the vehicle. Do not use a wax that beads excessively. Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 188
note that the part numbers (shown as XXXX above) will vary with your vehicle's specific coloring. Carefully observe the application instructions on the products. CLEANING THE WHEEL RIMS AND COVERS Aluminum wheel rims or covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish. Some automatic car washes may - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 189
water. • Never spray a hot engine with cold water, as damage to the engine block or engine components may occur. • Use caution when using a self-serve power washer (1000psi maximum pressure) to clean the engine, as the high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Never - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 190
Removal (B7A-19520-AA). Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized Ford, Lincoln or Mercury the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or other organic contamination. Do not - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 191
the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision. The air bag may not function correctly and not provide injury reduction benefits. CLEANING THE INTERIOR FABRIC, CARPETS AND CLOTH SEATS Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. Remove light stains and - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 192
in the kit cleans the leather and maintains its natural beauty. For best results, follow the instructions printed on the cleaner label. Regular cleaning of your leather upholstery helps maintain its resiliency and color. body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 192 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 193
CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered Custom Bright Metal Cleaner Motorcraft Premium Car Wash Concentrate Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 194
it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide to find out which - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 195
to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Note: 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 instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 196
4.6L SOHC V8 engine 9 1 2 3 4 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 7 6 5 Brake fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Windshield washer fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Battery Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 196 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 197
coolant reservoir. Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 198
Maintenance and Specifications 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). DO NOT OVERFILL 6. Wipe the indicator clean. NOT OVERFILL • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. • If required, add - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 199
, some oil must be removed from the engine by a qualified 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 the engine oil level is not within the normal - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 200
oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 201
sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 202
Maintenance and Specifications 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 203
the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the "cold fill level" or within the "cold fill range" as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 204
on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with either green-colored Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 205
Coolant section). For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the "cold full" level. For all other vehicles, which have - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 206
cap in an overflow system, fill the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. (Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss.) After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration see Checking Engine - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 207
you drive. Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. What you should know about fail-safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 208
will illuminate. • The • The Check Engine indicator light will illuminate. If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. When this occurs the vehicle - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 209
period for the engine to cool. 4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 210
may spray out and injure you or others. If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible personal injury. Automotive fuels can cause serious injury - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 211
immediately if you experience an adverse reaction. When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. 211 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 212
to operate the vehicle with the Check Fuel Cap light on, can activate the Service Engine Soon warning. When the fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a period of normal driving. It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 213
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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 214
the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine. • Your "Check Engine" indicator may come on. For more information on the "Check Engine" indicator, refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter. Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. Refer - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 215
filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter the engine is left running. • Use the same filling rate setting (low - medium - high) each time the tank is filled. • Allow no more than 2 automatic - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 216
estimate of the vehicle's fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will show 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 217
items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 218
or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford 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 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 219
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 on-board diagnostics system is reset to a "not ready for I/M test" condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a minimum of - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 220
guide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCON 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 continuously checking the level until it reaches the range - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 221
Maintenance and Specifications BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. 1. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt or water from entering the reservoir - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 222
Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 223
check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 10°C (50°F). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill condition . High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition. DON'T ADD Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 224
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft Part Numbers. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 225
air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated. 7. Replace the air filter for use on passenger cars. They do not Regulations Part 575. - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 226
driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 227
tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control. Tire rotation Because your vehicle's tires perform scheduled maintenance guide. If you notice that the tires wear unevenly, have them checked. • Four tire - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 228
. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification or Tire Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size, speed rating, and load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire combinations recommended on the label. If you do not follow these precautions, your vehicle may not drive properly and - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 229
the driver to lose control and roll over. and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use offered by Ford as an accessory or equivalent on vehicles with chains do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 230
to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Engine oil (includes filter change) Brake fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid1 Motorcraft MERCON - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 231
. 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. DO NOT MIX MERCON and MERCON V. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval. 3 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 232
DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 1 Silicone Lubricant Ford part number PM-1 Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 Door weatherstrips Engine coolant Engine oil Hinges, latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks Lock cylinders Power steering fluid Automatic transmission - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 233
V. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval. ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Compression ratio 4.6L V8 engine 281 87 octane 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch) Coil on plug 9.4:1 1 233 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 234
Maintenance 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) 5 386 (212) 1 987 (78.2) 1 443 (56.8) 2 913 (114.7) 1 611 (63.4) 1 659 (65.3) 3 5 2 4 1 234 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 235
require that a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located. The Certification label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver's side. Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 236
and Specifications 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 237
miles) (whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty. Not all accessories are available for all models. Vehicle Security Air bag anti-theft locks Locking gas cap Remote keyless entry Styled wheel locks Underbody security lighting Vehicle security systems 237 - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 238
Remote start system Travel equipment Automatic headlamps with daytime running lights (DRL) Daytime running lights (DRL) Protection and appearance equipment Carpet floor mats Door edge guards First aid kit Flat splash guards Front end covers Highway safety kit Locking gas cap Molded splash guards - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 239
When operated, such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the transmission to be damaged or operate improperly. In addition, such systems may be damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your vehicle. (Citizens band [CB] transceivers, garage door openers and other - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 240
...127 passenger air bag ...127 Air cleaner filter ...224, 230 Air conditioning ...53 manual heating and air conditioning system ...50 Air suspension ...147 description ...147 warning light ...14 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...203 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...143 Automatic transmission - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 241
automatic transmission fluid ...222 engine oil ...197 Doors lubricant specifications ...232 Driving under special conditions through water ...152 E Electronic message center ...84 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...171 Emission control system ...218 Engine ...233-234 check engine/service engine - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 242
Engine oil ...197 change oil soon warning, message center ...197 checking and adding ...197 dipstick ...197 filter, specifications ...199, 230 recommendations ...199 refill capacities ...230 specifications ...232-233 Exhaust fumes ...142 F Fail safe cooling ...207 Floor mats ...91 Fluid capacities - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 243
...10 air bag ...13 air suspension ...14 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...12, 144 brake ...12 charging system ...13 check engine ...11 fuel cap light ...12 high beam ...15 low coolant ...13 low fuel ...14 oil pressure ...13 overdrive off ...14 safety belt ...13 speed control ...79 traction control active - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 244
...232-233 Lumbar support, seats ...108 M Message center ...84 reset button ...84 select button ...85 Mirrors automatic dimming rearview mirror ...72 heated ...72 side view mirrors (power) ...72 Motorcraft parts ...214, 230 O Octane rating ...213 Odometer ...21 Oil (see Engine oil) ...197 Overdrive - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 245
154 recreational towing ...157 trailer towing ...154 wrecker ...176 Traction control ...145 active light ...14 Traction-lok rear axle ...152 Transmission ...148 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...222 fluid, refill capacities ...230 lubricant specifications ..232-233 Trip odometer ...22 Trunk - 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 246
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Introduction
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Congratulations
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Safety and environment protection
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Symbol glossary
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Instrument Cluster
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Warning and control lights
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Gauges
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Entertainment Systems
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AM/FM stereo cassette
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AM/FM stereo with CD
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AM/FM stereo cassette (CD changer compatible)
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CD changer
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Climate Controls
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Manual heating and air conditioning
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Electronic automatic temperature control
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Bulb replacement
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Driver Controls
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Steering wheel adjustment
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Power windows
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Mirrors
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Message center
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Locks and Security
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Keys
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Locks
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Anti-theft system
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