2006 Mercury Mountaineer Owner Guide 1st Printing
2006 Mercury Mountaineer Manual
2006 Mercury Mountaineer manual content summary:
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Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges 4 12 12 18 Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo with CD AM/FM stereo cassette with CD AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 21 21 25 29 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Automatic temperature control Auxiliary passenger climate control Rear - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 2
175 178 189 194 201 207 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation 209 209 212 214 219 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 237 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 3
Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 273 280 282 285 290 292 298 311 311 312 314 Accessories system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 4
. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Mercury. Please take the time to get you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. 4 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 5
the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 6
give the moving parts a chance to break the Tires, Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner's Guide. Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls. Please read the section Supplemental restraint system - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 7
and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 8
of vehicles. Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner's Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios. A driver's first - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 9
be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner's Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that complements this book. By referring to the pages in the provided supplement, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 10
See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Speed Control Powertrain Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Hazard - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 11
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 Tire Pressure Warning - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 12
expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle's functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 13
turned to the ON position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 14
dealer. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. Airbag readiness: If - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 15
as possible, switch off the system, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 16
), refer to the Driving chapter for more information. All wheel drive (AWD): 4x4 Illuminates when AWD is engaged. If the light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned ON, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 17
the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened. Headlamps miles ((2.4 km). Parking brake ON warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 18
be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 18 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 19
journeys. • Standard instrument cluster Press the TRIP/RESET control once to switch from the odometer to the TRIP A feature. Press the control until the trip reading is 0.0 miles. • Optional instrument cluster Press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP A mode appears in the display. - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel door is located. 20 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
Entertainment Systems AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM Single CD/MP3 sound system (if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches, or SET MINUTES is / to manually increase/decrease Press MENU again displayed. Use to disengage clock mode. 21 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 22
audio between the left and right / to adjust the audio between the front and rear Fade: Press speakers. Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes AUX: Press to toggle between FES/DVD, AUX and Satellite Radio modes (if equipped). If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 23
DVD mode (if equipped). When a CD or DVD is playing in the FES system, press this control to play or pause the current CD or DVD. The CD , if available. 10. FF (Fast forward): Press to manually advance in a CD track. 11. REW (Rewind): Press to manually reverse in a CD track. 12. Memory presets: To - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 24
Entertainment Systems 14. SEEK: Press to access the previous strong station or CD track. 15. back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. If no - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 25
sound system (if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches, radio and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened. / Tuner: Press to 1. manually - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 26
adjust the bass setting. to adjust the treble setting. to adjust the audio between the left and right / to adjust the audio between the front and rear Fade: Press speakers. Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes slightly / with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
Entertainment Systems 5. AUX: Press to toggle between FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed. . 11. FF (Fast forward): Press to manually advance in a CD track or cassette. 12. REW (Rewind): Press to manually reverse in a CD track or cassette. 13 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 28
Entertainment Systems 15. Tape direction: Press to enter tape mode. Press while in play mode to change which side of the tape "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 18. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 29
vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches, radio and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned off or until either front door is opened. / Tune/Disc selector: 1. Press and release to manually advance up/down - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 30
without losing your original manually set preset stations for less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the audio between the left and right / to adjust the audio between the front and rear Fade: Press speakers. Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 31
(if equipped). If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed. : Press to access the 5. Seek next strong station or CD track. 6. Play/Pause: This control is operational in CD and DVD mode (if equipped). When a CD or DVD is playing in the FES system, press this control to play - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 32
" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where Press and hold to auto eject all CDs present in the system. If there is no CD present, the display will read NO CD. 20. CD slot: - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 33
Systems GENERAL AUDIO reception. • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with long time when not being played. CD/CD player care: Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 34
. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. Audio system warranty and service: Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 35
Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 2. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control. MAX - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 36
MAX A/C uses recirculated air with A/C to provide a cooler airflow. • Move the temperature control to the coolest setting. • Set the fan to the highest speed increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. To allow windshield - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 37
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 14 15 16 17 EXT F F C F 1 A/C 2 3 DUAL AUTO OFF R 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 A/C 5 4 1. A/C control: Manually turns A/C on or off. 2. Recirculation control: Cools the vehicle more quickly by recirculating the cabin air - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 38
. OFF: Outside air is shut out and OFF the fan will not operate. Note: If equipped with the auxiliary system, the auxiliary fan can still operate with the front system off. 12. AUTO: Press to select the AUTO desired temperature shown in the display window. The system will automatically determine the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 39
Climate Controls 15. Fan Speed: Manually increases or decreases the fan speed. EXT 16. EXT: Displays the outside air temperature. It will with the airflow to the rear seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. • To improve the A/C cool down, drive - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 40
may be equipped with an auxiliary climate system. These auxiliary controls, located in the overhead console, allow the front passengers to control airflow direction, temperature and fan level of the rear compartment to quickly heat or cool the entire vehicle. Front auxiliary controls: 1. Temperature - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 41
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster window defroster. The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) or 2 (ACC) position. To manually turn off the defroster before 10 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 42
Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Autolamp system The autolamp system sets the headlamps to turn on and off automatically. The autolamp control, located on the headlamp control - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 43
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 activate your . Flash to pass Pull the lever toward you to activate. Release the lever to deactivate. 43 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 44
Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel when exterior lights are on. • Rotate the thumbwheel from left to right in an accident or if you have problems fixing the alignment of your headlamps, have them checked by a qualified service technician. Headlamp aim adjustment The headlamps on - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 45
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps. The brightest part of the light should be below the horizontal line (4). If it is above the line the headlamp will need to be adjusted. 4. Open the hood. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster for each headlamp. Adjust the aim by turning the adjuster control either - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 46
instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated up until the courtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF. The reading portion, the two outer lights, can only be toggled on and off at the lamp. The front map lamps are located in the overhead console - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 47
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized "D.O.T." for North America and an "E" for Europe to assure lamp performance, light license plate lamps 2 168 Backup lamp 2 3156K High-mount brake lamps 5 W5WL Side mounted turn signal 2 WY5W (amber) - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 48
Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs Do not touch the glass of a halogen bulb. 1. Turn off the headlamps and open the hood. 2. Remove the two retainer pins, then pull - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 49
Lights Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children's reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). Replacing front - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 50
rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. 3. Pull the bulb straight out. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). Replacing tail/brake/turn/backup lamp bulbs 1. Turn the headlamp switch to OFF and open the liftgate. 2. Remove the two bolts from the lamp assembly. 3. Remove the lamp assembly - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 51
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Note: Disconnect the LED brake lamp from the electrical connector and replace the LED assembly. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). Replacing foglamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the foglamp - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 52
Lights Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulb 1. Remove the two screws and lamp assembly away from the vehicle. 2. Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by depressing the snaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 52 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 53
washer off. For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washer position. control to either From either position, the control will automatically return to the INT 2 or OFF position. 53 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 54
Driver Controls TILT STEERING COLUMN Pull the lever down and release, to unlock the steering column tilt lock. With the lever in the down position, tilt the steering column and wheel to its desired orientation. Do - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 55
a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers: • Place the VELCRO hook onto the side of the aftermarket transmitter opposite of the button. • Place the transmitter into storage compartment, button down. 55 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 56
this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. The auxiliary power point is located in the floor console. Do not use the power point for operating the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 57
power point (if equipped) A second auxiliary power point is located on the rear side of the console. It is accessible from the The rear side of the console may incorporate the following features: • Air vents • Cupholders Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 58
are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press and pull the window switches to open and close windows. • Push down (to the first detent) and hold the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 59
restore the window controls. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until either front door is opened. AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 60
place. Fold-away mirrors Carefully pull the outside mirrors inwards when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 61
the P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal toward you or away from you. The adjustment allows for approximately 3 are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 61 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 62
Driver Controls 3. Press the SET + control and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on. Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 63
(1.6 km/h). • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control. Reducing function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Depress the brake pedal until the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 64
speed control set speed memory is erased. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control features. Audio control features Press MEDIA to select: • AM, FM1, FM2, • CD (if equipped), or • DVD (if equipped). In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode: SEEK to - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 65
Driver Controls In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjust volume. Climate control features (if equipped) Press TEMP + or - to adjust temperature. Press FAN + or - to adjust fan speed. 65 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 66
roof: The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express closing feature. Press and release the front portion of the control. To stop increase of closing force before it will bounce back again. If the switch is released before the moon roof reaches fully closed position, the moon roof - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 67
shade that can be opened or closed when the glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it toward the front of the vehicle. Accessory delay: With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system, and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 68
then turns to a continuous light, proceed with Steps 6 through 8 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device. 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the "learn" or "smart" button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 69
two seconds and release the HomeLink button. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence again, -held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting - not outlined in the "Programming" section, replace Step 3 with the following: Note: section) while you press and release - every two seconds ("cycle") - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 70
Controls Operating the HomeLinkா Wireless Control System To operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 71
on the message center for a display of status. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by an indicator chime. Selectable features Press and release the TRIP/RESET control switch to scroll and reset the following functions. Select or - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 72
vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up • Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations • Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another • Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter) 1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 73
Value Briefly press the TRIP/RESET control switch to scroll through the SETUP MENU display sequence. If the TRIP/RESET control switch is not pressed within 4 seconds, the message center returns to the Info Menu. AWD the AWD system to the LOCKED mode. 3. Press the TRIP/RESET control switch for the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 74
180 days] perform the following: 1. Enter SYSTEM CHECK to display "HOLD RESET IF NEW OIL". 2. Press and hold the RESET control switch for more than 2 seconds. Oil life is set to 100% and "OIL LIFE SET TO 100%" is displayed. Note: To change oil life 100% miles value from 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 75
for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off. 1. To change the time delay of the autolamp feature, select this function from the SETUP MENU. 2. Press and hold the TRIP/RESET control switch to select the new Autolamp delay time (in seconds) values of 0, 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120 or 180 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 76
is selected. 1. To disable/enable the reverse sensing system feature with the vehicle in P (Park), select this Value 1. Select this function from the SETUP MENU for the current display mode. 2. Press and hold the TRIP/RESET control switch to reset oil change. 3. Press the TRIP/RESET control switch - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 77
, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map. 2. Turn ignition to - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 78
all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Start the vehicle. 2. Locate the reset and release. 4. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) until the CIRCLE SLOW TO CALIBRATE display changes to CALIBRATION - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 79
Driver Controls System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle's operating systems. In the event of Warning display Door ajar Check charging system Fuel level low Park brake engaged Check brake system Status Warning cannot be reset Warning returns after - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 80
. Displayed when the manual park brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km). If the warning stays on after the park brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM. Displayed when the braking system is not operating - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 81
to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW. Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 82
OIL CHANGE SOON. Displayed when the engine oil life reaches 5% or less of the Oil Life Start Value. LIFTGATE/GLASS AJAR. Displayed when the liftgate or the liftgate glass is not completely closed. OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the ON position, the message center, located - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 83
Driver Controls Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu, SETUP menu, text warnings and reconfigurable telltale warnings. Info menu The Info menu items are shown on the top two lines of the message center. Press the INFO control to display - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 84
average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. Average fuel economy (AFE) Select this 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 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 85
Elapsed Drive Time perform the following: 1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer. 2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer. 3. Press and twice for the following displays: • AWD Lock (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac with RSC only) • System Check • Units (English/Metric) • - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 86
Value AWD lock (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTracா with RSC only) Select this function from the SETUP MENU to display the AWD locked function. 1. To disable/enable the AWD . Note: When the AWD system is in the LOCKED mode, the 4X4 indicator will be illuminated. System check Selecting this function - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 87
the following: • From the SETUP MENU enter SYSTEM CHECK to display "HOLD RESET IF NEW OIL". • Press and hold the RESET control for more than 2 seconds. Oil life is set to 100% and "OIL CHANGE SET TO 100%" is displayed. Note: To change oil life 100% miles value from 5,000 miles (8,000 km) and - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 88
on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off. 1. To change the delay time of the autolamp feature, select this function from the SETUP MENU. 2. Press the RESET control to select the new Autolamp delay time (in seconds) value - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 89
return to the INFO menu. Running Boards (if equipped) This feature automatically deploys the side running boards for easy entry/exit from the vehicle or boards in the Driver Controls chapter for more information. 1. To change operation of the power running board feature, select this function from - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 90
INFO menu. Easy entry/exit seat This feature automatically moves the drivers seat backwards for easy exit from 4 seconds to return to the INFO menu. Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) This feature sounds a warning tone to warn broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 91
compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to changes to show the current zone setting (XX). 6. Press the RESET control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center. The range of zone values - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 92
Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. From the SETUP MENU, press the SETUP control to select the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 93
(8,000 km) and 180 days. Setting Oil Life Start Value to 60% sets the Oil Lift Start Value to 3,000 miles (4,828 km) and 120 days. System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle's operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 94
ajar Check charging system Fuel level low Park brake engaged Check brake system Check park aid Low tire pressure Tire monitor fault Tire sensor fault Brake fluid level low Check headlamp Check highbeam Check turn lamp Washer fluid level low Oil change required Engine oil change soon Liftgate/glass - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 95
to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW. Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 96
OILS. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON. Displayed when the engine oil life reaches 5% or less of the Oil Life Start Value. LIFTGATE/GLASS AJAR. • When running boards are manually set in the deployed position (OUT), they will return to the stowed position and enter automatic mode when the vehicle speed - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 97
noise. If this occurs manually set the running boards in wash wand. Note: If the battery is disconnected, the power running boards motors, or the running board under body mounts to lift the vehicle with the jack, refer to Changing Tires the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 98
of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision. Cargo management system The cargo management system consists of storage compartments located in the floor of the rear cargo area. 7 passenger stowage: 1. To open, lift up on handle and the lid. 2. To close, lower and press the lid down. 98 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 99
To open, lift the release handle and the lid. 2. To close, lower the lid, lift the release handle and press down on locks, the remote entry or the keyless entry pad) and pull the middle lever under the license plate power door locks or press the door lock switch on the left side of the cargo area. - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 100
both cross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide the cross-bar to the desired location. 3. Tighten the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar. Vehicles higher center of gravity such as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 101
replacement keys are available through your authorized dealer. Refer to the SecuriLock passive anti-theft system section later in this chapter for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS Press control to unlock or lock all doors. Auxiliary driver's door will automatically unlock if it is locked using the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 102
the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the anti-theft system is not armed, ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position The horn will chirp once if trim switch inhibit was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if trim switch inhibit was activated. 7. Turn the ignition - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 103
doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be automatically set the lock for both doors. • Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock. • Move control down to disengage childproof locks. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 104
problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting. Two step door unlocking 1. Press and release in the DOOR position and the perimeter alarm system (if equipped) will deactivate. Switching from two step to one step door - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 105
vehicle has switched to one step unlocking. Repeat the procedure to switch back to two-step unlocking. Locking the doors/liftgate 1. Press and release to lock ) The remote entry system can also control the memory seat /adjustable pedals/easy entry-exit feature. to automatically move the seat and - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 106
of the instrument panel. 3. Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 107
the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity. 5. Snap the two halves back together. Note: Replacement of the battery will not - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 108
mode has been exited. Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm. The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition is turned to the 2 (ACC) or 3 (ON) position, or • the remote - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 109
and Security The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 110
-set code will be erased. Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory set 5-digit code. 2. Within five seconds, press the 1 • 2 on the keypad and release. 3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 2. All personal codes are now erased and - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 111
power door lock control procedure, or • Performing the keyless entry key pad (if equipped) procedure, or • Performing the message center (if equipped following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the anti-theft system is not armed, ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 112
horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. Keyless entry key pad procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. press the 7 • 8. 5. Release the 7 • 8. 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 113
or • Performing the keyless entry key pad (if equipped) procedure, or • deactivation procedures, make sure that the anti-theft system is not armed, ignition is in the 1 chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. Keyless entry key pad procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 114
instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: 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 a problem occurs indicator is located on the SecuriLock system is functioning - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 115
Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. • The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. • If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced Replacing - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 116
programmed it will start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the key successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off, and you may repeat Steps 1 through 5. - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 117
head motion in the event of a rear collision. The seats in your vehicle have adjustable head restraints. Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. The head restraints can be moved up and down (on first row seats only). Push control - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 118
Seating and Safety Restraints Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 119
and Safety Restraints Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 120
the "passenger airbag off" or "pass airbag off" indicator lamp for proper airbag status. Refer to Front passenger sensing system section for additional details. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. The control is located on the outboard - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 121
This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat and adjustable pedals to two programmable positions. The memory seat control is located on Press the SET control. The SET control indicator light will briefly illuminate. While the light is illuminated, press control 1. • To program - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 122
Restraints Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) For more lumbar support, turn the lumbar support control toward the front of vehicle. For less lumbar support, turn the lumbar support control toward the rear of vehicle. Heated seats (if equipped) The heated seat control is located in the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 123
Seating and Safety Restraints 1. Lower the head restraints by pulling on the strap. 2. Locate handle on the side of the seat cushion by the door. 3. Pull up on the handle and push the seatback forward toward the front of the vehicle. To return the seat to the upright position: 1. Lift the seatback - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 124
allow more cargo space. To place the seats in the cargo mode: 1. Fold down the 2nd row seat. 2. Pull the cargo mode lever up to release the seat into a kneel down load floor position. A moderate force may be required to move the seat forward and down. 124 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 125
exit to and from the 3rd row seat. To enter the 3rd row seat: 1. Fold down the 2nd row seat and release the handle. 2. Pull the handle up again until the seat releases from the floor. 3. Push the seat upward and fold it away from the third row. Always return the seat to the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 126
may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. Exiting the 3rd row 1. Pull on the red lever located at the bottom right of the seat back to release the seat from the floor, and rotate the seat up towards the front seat. 2. Follow the directions above to return the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 127
seat (if equipped) Before folding the third row seats, fold the head restraints down by pulling on the strap located under the restraint. Pull up on the handle located behind the seatback while pushing the seatback forward and down into the seat cushion. Before returning the seatback to its - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 128
buttons are located on the power fold down seats will operate for 30 minutes after the ignition switch is in the 1 (OFF/Lock) position. The transmission must be in the liftgate, or liftgate glass must be open. Similar to the Battery Saver feature, the power 3rd row seat will be disabled 30 minutes - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 129
off" indicator lamp • Front crash severity sensor. • Restraints Control Module (RCM). • Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 130
the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seat position. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level. Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 131
of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 132
heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 133
near them. Energy Management Feature • This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front seating positions to help further chest. BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other safety belt - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 134
fastened in the buckle. • Front and rear seats 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. • Front and rear seats All locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 135
in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 136
for proper safety belt system function. BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly "automatic locking retractor" feature or belt are tightened. When the optional Safety Canopy system and/or the front airbags are activated, the safety belt pretensioners for the driver - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 137
the buttons on the side and slide the height adjuster up or down. Release the buttons and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it a collision. Second row comfort guide The second row outboard lap/shoulder belt is equipped with a belt comfort guide. This guide is attached to the quarter trim - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 138
Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. Safety belt warning light and indicator - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 139
the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...The driver's or front passenger's safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated to large front seat occupants as determined by the front passenger sensing system. Both the driver's and passenger's safety belt usages are monitored - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 140
least 3 mph (5 km/h) and 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON...The driver's or front passenger's safety belt are buckled. The BeltMinder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 141
prevent ejection, WE CAN'T "PICK OUR CRASH". "I was in a hurry" "Safety belts don't work" "Traffic is light" "Belts wrinkle my clothes" "The people I'm with don't wear belts" "I have an airbag" "I'd rather be thrown clear" Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the BeltMinder - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 142
sure that: • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) • The ignition switch is in the OFF position • . 1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 143
. (Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off.) • After Step 3, the restraint system warning light (airbag light) will be turned on for three seconds. 4. Within 10 seconds of the light turning on, at a moderate speed, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 144
passenger from certain upper body injuries. Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly; there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 145
with anything other than authorized Ford accessories for your vehicle. Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Please refer to the Body Builders Layout Book for instructions about the appropriate installation of additional equipment - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 146
the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat all the way back. How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work? The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 147
from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 148
the airbag back up power and the airbag ignitors. Front passenger sensing system The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 208 and is designed to disable (will not inflate) the front passenger's frontal air bag - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 149
from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the front passenger's frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 150
. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger's frontal air bag. • If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat. Occupant Pass Airbag Off Indicator Lamp Unlit Lit Passenger Airbag - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 151
Safety Restraints The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the front passenger seat, the passenger airbag will be disabled. Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the Љpass airbag offЉ lamp may or may not - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 152
at least 2 minutes and verify that the airbag readiness lamp is no longer illuminated • If the airbag readiness lamp remains illuminated, this may or may/not be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system. DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system; take your vehicle immediately to an - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 153
periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Seat-mounted side airbag system Do not place - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 154
not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See your authorized dealer. All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. How does the side airbag system work? The design - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 155
. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again. The side airbag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer . If the airbag is not replaced, the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 156
to service, repair, or modify the Safety Canopy system, its fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy. See your authorized dealer. All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 157
Seating and Safety Restraints • Two side crash sensors located at the c-pillar behind the rear doors (one on each side of the vehicle). • Roll over sensor in the restraints control module (RCM). The Safety Canopy system, in combination with safety belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injuries - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 158
until the problem and light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision or rollover event. Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 159
child from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint Follow all the important safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adult passengers in comfort guides are provided at the 2nd row outboard seats to - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 160
of serious injury in a crash. To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 161
a higher seat back and lap/shoulder belts. • Those with a high back. If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child's head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. Either type can be used at any seating position equipped with lap - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 162
seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child's arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 163
books follow all of the manufacturer's instructions with the safety seat you presented in the airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place seat back in upright position. • Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automatic - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 164
) attachments in this chapter. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If placed in front of an active passenger airbag. Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Airbags can kill or injure a child in - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 165
together. 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 166
retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 167
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 rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as shown below. The tether strap anchors in your - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 168
the child safety seat on the rear seat cushion. 2. Route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected rear seating position. When placing a child safety seat in the 2nd row center seating position of the 5 passenger - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 169
. 5. Install the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or safety belts. Follow the instructions in this chapter. 6. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 170
Seating and Safety Restraints Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol: • 5 passenger vehicle • 6 passenger vehicle • 7 passenger vehicle Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor. In a crash, one - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 171
the cushion and seat back. The LATCH anchors are below the locator symbols on the seat back. 'The anchors on the 2nd row anchor. Follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. The plastic LATCH guides can be obtained from an authorized - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 172
Seating and Safety Restraints If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat. Keeping the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 173
or ejection. Study your Owner's Guide and any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury. VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD and AWD Systems (if equipped) A vehicle equipped with - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 174
Tires, Wheels and Loading Power is supplied to all four wheels through a is not cause for concern. Do not become overconfident in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than two-wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations, it won't stop any - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 175
rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 176
marked C may have poor traction performance. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 177
Certification Label or Tire Label located on the tire: Area between the bead area and the tread. • Tread area of the tire: Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 178
inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare (if equipped), at least monthly and before long trips. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 179
the valve and measure the pressure. 3. Add enough air to reach the recommended air pressure Note: If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve. Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge. 4. Replace the valve cap. 5. Repeat this procedure for each - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 180
speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that may be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. Note: If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 181
mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h) M 81 mph (130 km/h) N 87 mph (140 km/h) Q 99 mph (159 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 182
This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 183
sidewall for "LT" type tires "LT" type tires have some additional information beyond those of "P" type tires; these differences are described below: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/Load Inflation - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 184
or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter. Location of the tire label You will find a Tire Label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information located on the B-Pillar or the edge of - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 185
not being used. It is recommended that tires generally be replaced after 6 years of normal service. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process. You should replace the spare tire when you replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 186
installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The installation of replacement tires with steel cord body plies in the tire sidewall may cause malfunction of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), and is not recommended (cord material information is molded on - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 187
is under-inflated or damaged, deflate it, remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel. If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected. Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 188
(8,000 km). • Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 189
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 190
to be replaced with the temporary spare (T-type spare/Mini spare or Dissimilar spare), the TPMS system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel/tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle. During this time, the low tire warning light can periodically - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 191
20 mph (32 km/h) before the light will turn OFF. Spare tire in Your temporary spare tire is in use. use Repair the damaged road wheel/tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system functionality. For a description on how the system functions, refer to Changing Tires with TPMS in this section - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 192
Required Your temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to restore system functionality. For a description of how the system functions under these conditions, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section. If your tires are properly inflated and - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 193
. If the low tire pressure warning light is ON, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. If one or more tires are flat, repair as necessary. Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is underinflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 194
• Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with tire cables or chains on your vehicle. Consult your authorized dealer for information on other Ford Motor Company approved methods of traction control. VEHICLE LOADING - WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 195
SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX lb." for maximum payload. The payload listed on the Tire Label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant. If any aftermarket or authorized-dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle, the weight of the equipment must - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 196
Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight - includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 196 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 197
Tires These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer. GVW (Gross Vehicle - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 198
the loaded trailer - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicle's braking system is rated for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR.) Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 199
Towing Guide Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 200
Tires from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load weight by at least 240 lb. (104 kg). If you remove 3-100 lb. (45 kg) cement bags, then the load calculation would be: 1400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1400 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 201
of the driver's door. Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility Driving chapter of this Owner's Guide. Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra on your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For your safety and to - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 202
Tires, Wheels and Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to the severe duty schedule in the scheduled maintenance guide. • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 500 miles (800 km). • Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 203
Tires, Wheels and 300 meters) elevation. For definitions of terms used in this table and instructions on how to calculate your vehicle load, refer to Vehicle loading in this under high outside temperatures and on steep grades, the A/C system may cycle on and off to protect the engine from overheating - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 204
Tires, Wheels and Loading AWD GCWR meters) elevation. For definitions of terms used in this table and instructions on how to calculate your vehicle load, refer to Vehicle loading in under high outside temperatures and on steep grades, the A/C system may cycle on and off to protect the engine from - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 205
a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Class III Trailer Hitch Safety Chain Loops can be used as recovery hooks. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 206
. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer Anticipate stops and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur. Servicing after towing If - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 207
Tires boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water. Reconnect the wiring to the Replace the rear axle lubricant any time 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 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 208
Tires, Wheels and Loading Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) 4x2 vehicles: This applies to all 4x2 trucks can cause transmission fluid loss, damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission components. AWD vehicles: Vehicles equipped with AWD cannot be towed with any wheels on the ground as vehicle damage may - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 209
ACC, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. This position also unlocks the steering wheel. 3. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key position when driving. 4. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 210
2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). • Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (START). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 211
2. Turn the key to 4 (START), then release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive still fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again; or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. USING THE ENGINE BLOCK plug the heater in at least three hours before - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 212
light does not illuminate during start up, remains on or flashes, the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled, ! P normal braking is still effective. (If your BRAKE warning lamp BRAKE illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 213
emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle's stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected. Pull the release lever to release the brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 214
mud, try switching the AdvanceTrac with RSC system off by pressing the AdvanceTrac with RSC button momentarily. This will allow your tires to "dig" for traction. If the AdvanceTrac with RSC system is activated excessively in a short period of time, the brake portion of the system will disable to - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 215
your vehicle's stability during adverse maneuvers. The AdvanceTrac with RSC system helps the driver maintain steering control. AdvanceTrac with RSC will attempt to correct the vehicle motion by applying brake force at individual tires and, if necessary, by reducing engine power. During Electronic - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 216
The AdvanceTrac with RSC system automatically turns on each time the engine is started. AdvanceTrac with RSC system status is indicated by a warning indicator light with a "sliding car" icon in the instrument cluster that will flash when the system is active. In R (Reverse), ABS and the Traction - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 217
(40 km/h) Brake Traction Control Enabled changes to the vehicle's handling can adversely affect the AdvanceTrac with RSC system light in the instrument cluster will stay on. If the warning indicator light in the instrument cluster remains on while the engine is running, have the system serviced - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 218
seeking service by leaks from the reservoir. If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: • an improperly inflated tire • uneven tire vehicles handle differently - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 219
the rubber pad at the bottom of the cup holder to locate the access cap of the floor shifter assembly. 3. Using a screwdriver (or equivalent), remove the access panel and depress the shifter lever on the shift mechanism. 4. Apply the brake and shift into N (Neutral). 5. Return the cover plug to the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 220
with a 5-speed automatic transmission This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy. Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality. When the vehicle's battery has been disconnected for any type of service or repair, the transmission will - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 221
) This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine • Depress the brake pedal • Press the gearshift release button on the front of the lever and move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P (Park - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 222
, heavy loads, trailer towing and when engine braking is required. • O/D OFF lamp is illuminated. O/D OFF • To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission control switch. The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated. • O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 223
and shift quality. When the engine is turned off, the shift data which includes the adaptive information will be stored automatically in the Transmission Control Module (TCM). If the battery is disconnected for any reason, the stored information from the last time the key was turned to OFF will be - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 224
) This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Depress the brake pedal • Start the engine • Press the gearshift lever release button (on the front of the lever) and shift into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 225
, heavy loads, trailer towing and when engine braking is required. • O/D OFF lamp is illuminated. O/D OFF • To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission control switch. The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated. • O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 226
the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 227
. Once the system detects an object approaching, the tone will sound again. The RSS automatically turns on when system only when the ignition is ON and the gear selector is in R (Reverse). Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter for more information. Keep the RSS sensors (located - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 228
vehicle is equipped with AWD, a spare tire of a different size than the road tires should never be used. Such a tire could make the vehicle AdvanceTracா with RSC only) During normal operation: • the AWD system is in AWD AUTO mode (AWD LOCKED will illuminate in the message center for four seconds - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 229
in the instrument cluster eight times every two minutes. The display will then show AWD LOCKED for four seconds and then turn off. • If a serious problem occurs with the AWD system, the 4X4 indicator light in the instrument cluster will flash 10 times every two minutes. The message center - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 230
vehicle so versatile also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. , especially in rough terrain. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering before driving in the area. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 231
released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires variations of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are 231 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 232
steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Note: If your vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), the system indicator light may illuminate depending on how much air is released from your tires and/or how long you drive the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 233
your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 234
power will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of vehicle control. Descend a hill in the same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Do not descend in neutral; instead, disengage overdrive or manually shift to - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 235
a four wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS), apply the brake steadily. Do not "pump" the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. Never drive with chains on the front tires of AWD vehicles without also putting them - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 236
warranty, increase your repair cost, reduce vehicle through water, traction or brake capability may be limited. Also, water may enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 237
. Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer's responsibility) • fuel delivery - Independent Service Contractors, if not prohibited by state - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 238
found in the Owner Information Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside 2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 239
Roadside Emergencies HAZARD FLASHER The hazard flasher is located on the steering column, just behind the Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET The fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 240
Emergencies The fuel pump shut-off switch is located in the passenger's foot well, by the kick panel. 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 is apparent, reset the fuel pump - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 241
a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. Standard fuse amperage rating and color Fuse rating 2A 3A 4A 5A 7.5A 10A 15A 20A 25A 30A 40A 50A 60A 70A 80A COLOR Standard fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Cartridge maxi fuses - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 242
Emergencies Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below the instrument panel on the driver's side. 1 5 9 13 17 21 25 The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 4 5 Fuse Amp Rating 20A 5A 20A 20A 5A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Moonroof, Adjustable - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 243
RCM, PAD lamp, OCS module Reverse park aid, IVD switch, IVD, AWD module, Heated seat switches, Compass, Electrochromatic mirror, AUX climate control Not used Manual climate, DEATC, Brake shift Not used Brake switch, Stop lamps, Turn lamps Power mirrors, Interior lamps, Puddle lamps, Battery saver - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 244
LED Trailer park, Trailer electronic brake module License plate/rear park lamp, Front park lamps, Manual climate Tricolor stop Manual/DEATC Windows The following relays are located on either side of the passenger compartment fuse panel. See your authorized dealer for service of these relays. Fuse - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 245
box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 246
39 40 41 42 43 44 45B 46B 47 48 49 50B 45A 46A 50A The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Fuse Amp Rating 50A** 50A** 50A** 30A** 30A** 40A** 40A** Power seat (right) Starter Third row seat (right) Trailer tow battery charger 246 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 247
motor Trailer electronic brakes Auxiliary blower motor Running boards Not used Rear power point Subwoofer Not used Powertrain Control Module (PCM) KAP, CAN vent Front power point/Cigar lighter AWD module 6R Transmission module Heated seats Headlamps (right) Rear wiper Fog lamps Not used IVD module - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 248
brake switch, EVMV, MAFS, HEGO, EVR, VCT1, VCT2, CMCV, CMS Coil on plug (4.6L engine only), Coil tower (4.0L engine only) Injectors Not used GCC fan relay Not used Not used Front wiper PCM relay Fuel pump Fog lamps AC clutch Not used A/C clutch (diode) Not used Trailer battery charger Starter Blower - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 249
TPMS sensor, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. The use of tire sealants may damage your tires. The use of tire sealants may also damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 250
• Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 251
caution should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. If you get - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 252
rear center of the cargo area under a lid. Jack, lug nut wrench, jack handle, Behind the rear seat under the wheel chock carpeted floor lid in the cargo floor. The tools are located in a bag attached to the jack. Tool Spare tire Removing the jack and tools 1. Open liftgate and remove the carpeted - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 253
Roadside Emergencies 4. Remove the tools from the provided bag. Rotate the wrench socket out from the handle. Removing the spare tire Do not use an impact wrench on the winch drive nut. This will damage the spare tire winch. 1. Open the cover from the carpeting on cargo floor to expose the winch - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 254
retainer from the spare tire. Changing the spare tire To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 255
the cap. On 5-passenger vehicles, the carpeted floor lid can be used as a kneeling pad. 2. Loosen each wheel lug nut by half a turn, but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 3. Assemble the jack handle extension on the lug nut wrench by sliding the square end of the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 256
put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. • Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point. 5. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 6. Replace the flat - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 257
5. If your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire lock and key, be sure to install the spare tire lock into the bumper drive tube with the spare tire lock key and jack handle. 6. Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tire pressure (every six months, per scheduled maintenance - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 258
the tire is repaired or replaced. 3. Stow the jack and tools in their respective locations, replacement fasteners. When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 259
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 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 260
jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 261
the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the ground stud located towards the front of the vehicle (forward of the battery) on the radiator support. Keep the negative (-) cable away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 262
to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 263
Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal 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 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 264
roadside assistance service provider. 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. If the vehicle's battery is discharged, refer to Automatic transmission operation - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 265
Emergencies On AWD vehicles, it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground. If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 266
YOU NEED At home You must take your Lincoln or Mercury vehicle to an authorized dealer for warranty repairs. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 267
Customer Assistance In Canada: Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) www.ford.ca If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 268
state law, before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. This dispute handling procedure is not required condition that substantially impairs the use, value or safety of the vehicle) OR 3. The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 269
outlined on the front page of the Warranty Guide. However, if your warranty concern has not The BBB AUTO LINE program consists of two parts - mediation and arbitration. Initially, the BBB 22203-1833 Note: Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures, - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 270
-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 271
control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest authorized dealer. If the authorized dealer cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 272
guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service 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 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 273
's paintwork and trim over time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and 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 housings - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 274
spots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using the products. ALUMINUM WHEELS AND with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A), which is available from your authorized dealer. Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 275
Cleaning • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 4.0L SOHC V6 Engine 4.6L V8 Engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. 275 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 276
the wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly. • Do scratches. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 277
the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. • Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 278
To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from your authorized dealer. • Do not use household Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 279
Wax (ZC-53-A) Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A) Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54) Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Tire Clean and Shine (ZC-28) Triple Clean (U.S. only) (ZC-13) Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 280
you have enough ventilation. • Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. Turn off the power running boards, if equipped, before working under the vehicle, jacking or placing any object under the vehicle. Never place your hand between the extended - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 281
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 bottom left corner of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 282
THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Engine oil filler cap 2. Engine oil dipstick (out of view) 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Battery 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Radiator cap 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Air filter assembly 10. Washer fluid reservoir 282 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 283
Maintenance and Specifications 4.6L V8 engine 1. Air filter assembly 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Power distribution box 6. Battery 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Radiator cap 9. Engine coolant reservoir 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 283 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 284
without damaging the vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades or washer system. If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40° F (4.5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 285
manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm. 2. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard. Replace for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 286
Maintenance and Specifications 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). • 4.0L V6 engine • 4.6L V8 engine 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 287
the engine by an authorized dealer. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 288
this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant that is not covered by Ford warranty. Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 289
and emission system protection standards and Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 290
, however, try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water. If the battery needs water often, have the charging system checked. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 291
immediately. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. Because your and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 6. Release the parking brake. With your foot on the brake pedal and with the A/C on, put the vehicle in D ( - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 292
tester (such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014-R1060). The level of coolant should be maintained at the "FULL COLD" level in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section. Your vehicle was factory-filled - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 293
• Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If interchangeable; do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 294
released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, may darken service location. In this instance, the cooling system must be drained or methanol antifreeze (coolant). - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 295
overflow system, fill the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. Replace the ° C), drain some coolant and adjust the concentration. It may take several drains and additions check the engine cooling system. Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 296
Maintenance and Specifications Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine fluids. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities in this section. Fill your engine coolant reservoir - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 297
loads over mountainous terrain in extreme hot temperatures. If the engine fluids reach even hotter temperatures, fail-safe cooling protects the engine by limiting engine power further and may disable the air conditioning system. The engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 298
to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel 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 is not used. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 299
Maintenance and Specifications Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before refueling. • - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 300
To help avoid injuries to you and others: Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; Turn off your engine when you are refueling; Do while filling. • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position. Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 301
start-up followed by mixed city/highway driving. If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system components. Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 302
pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized dealer. It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating. Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 303
consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling, an error in the reading - high) each time the tank is filled. • Allow no more than two automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 304
Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth ; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop. • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. • Driving at reasonable - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 305
the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly ] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 306
vehicle and to its emissions system. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements 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 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 307
, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working. Information about your vehicle's emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 308
lights and chimes section of the Instrument Cluster chapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test with the indicator on. If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. If - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 309
brakes wear, and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels below the "MAX" line that do not trigger the brake system brake system could be compromised, seek service from your authorized dealer immediately. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid The automatic - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 310
may cause injury. 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Add if equipped, before working under the vehicle, jacking or placing any object under the vehicle. If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 311
engine if the correct air filter element is not used. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs 1 4.0L SOHC V6 vehicle and to its emissions system. For PCV valve replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 312
part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used. 2 For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs. Replace the spark plugs - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 313
Engine coolant 3 Ford Part Name Motorcraft MERCON V ATF Motorcraft MERCON SP ATF Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Application Automatic transmission (5R55S) Automatic transmission (6R60) AWD 4.0L SOHC V6 engine without auxiliary climate control 4.0L - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 314
Number Motorcraft High Performance PM-1 DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Ford Specification 2 Brake fluid ESA-M6C25-A Body hinges, latches, door striker plates and rotors, seat tracks, fuel filler door hinge and spring, hood latch, auxiliary latch, seat tracks Door weatherstrips Lock cylinders - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 315
Oil (Canada) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Engine oil (4.6L) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) Automatic Motorcraft transmission MERCONV ATF 1 (5R55S) Automatic Motorcraft transmission MERCON SP (6R60)1 ATF Motorcraft MERCON Power steering Multi - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 316
(AWD) Motorcraft Premium Windshield Windshield washer fluid Washer Concentrate 1 XG-1-C ESA-M1C75-B ZC-32-A WSB-M8B16-A2 Ensure the correct automatic service interval. ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio 1 Spark plug - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 317
(3) Maximum height* (4) Wheelbase (5) Track width, front (5) Track width, rear Inches (mm) 193.5 (4916) 73.5 (1866) 72.8 (1849.1) 113.7 (2888.7) 60.9 (1547.5) 62 (1574.3) * P235/65R18 tire with roof rack and cross bars 317 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 318
that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of the driver's door. 318 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 319
combination of letters and numbers. The VIN is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel. The VIN number is also found on the World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 320
find a transmission/transaxle code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Description Five-speed automatic (5R55S) Six-speed automatic (6R60) Code V X 320 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 321
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Mercury's rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Mercury Accessory found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 322
other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in the area of the driver's side hood. • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 323
light ...153, 158 operation ...146, 154, 156 passenger airbag ...146, 154, 156 side airbag ...153 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...228 Ambulance packages ...8 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...292 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...212 Audio system (see Radio) ...21, 25, 29 Automatic - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 324
...276 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...37 control) ...61 Customer Assistance ...237 Ford Extended Service Plan ...270 Getting assistance outside the U.S. through water ...233, 236 Dual automatic temperature control (DATC) ...37 DVD system ...34 E Electronic message center - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 325
your vehicle with fuel ...298, 300, 303 filter, specifications ...298, 311 fuel pump shut-off switch ...239 improving fuel economy ...303 octane rating running lights ...43 flash to pass ...43 high beam ...43 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...35, 37 Homelink wireless control system ...67 - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 326
...99, 105 Lights, warning and indicator ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...212 Load limits ...194 Loading instructions ...201 Locks autolock ...111-112 childproof ...103 doors ...101 Lubricant specifications ...314, 316 Lug nuts ...258 Luggage rack ...100 326 Lumbar support, seats ...119, 122 M Manual - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 327
240 Remote entry system ...104 illuminated entry ...108 opening the trunk ...105 Reverse sensing system ...226 Roadside 130 safety belt maintenance ...143 warning light and chime ...138-139 Safety seats In-dash 6 CD ...29 Snowplowing ...8 Spark plugs, specifications ...311, 316-317 Special notice - 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 328
...54 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Roadside Emergencies ...248 Tires, Wheels and Loading ...189 Warning Displays ...18, 79, 93 Tires ...175-177, 248 alignment ...187 care ...184 changing ...248, 254 checking the pressure ...180 inspecting and inflating ...178 label ...184 replacing ...186
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Introduction
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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 with CD
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AM/FM stereo cassette with CD
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AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD
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Climate Controls
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Manual heating and air conditioning
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Automatic temperature control
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Auxiliary passenger climate control
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Rear window defroster
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Lights
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
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Steering wheel adjustment
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Power windows
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Mirrors
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Speed control
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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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Table of Contents
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