2008 Mercury Mariner Owner Guide 3rd Printing
2008 Mercury Mariner Manual
2008 Mercury Mariner manual content summary:
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control Bulb replacement 41 41 45 47 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof Message center 52 52 53 57 58 61 65 66 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 78 78 80 91 1 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 2
Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 208 208 210 211 211 218 228 229 234 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 236 242 243 Cleaning 244 2 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 3
Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 252 254 258 262 264 270 283 285 286 288 Accessories Index 291 293 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 4
items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available. Remember to pass on the Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. 4 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 5
play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol. 5 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 6
and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag. 6 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 7
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 of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 7 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 8
passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 9
vehicle. This Owner's Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner's Guide for all other required information and warnings. 9 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 10
Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 10 2008 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 11
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 Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 11 2008 Mariner - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 12
chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. 12 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 13
, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 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 to come on, refer to Fuel filler cap - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 14
, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Traction Control™: Illuminates when the Traction Control™ is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. 14 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 15
could occur. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. Throttle control/Powertrain: Illuminates when a powertrain fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 15 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 16
in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened. Parking brake ON chime: Sounds when the parking - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 17
"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. 17 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 18
the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The arrow near the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 18 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 19
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. 19 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 20
, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns. Satellite radio is available only with a valid following features: BASS: Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the bass setting. SEEK/TRACK to adjust the level of bass. Press 20 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 21
Press SEEK/TRACK to adjust the audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers. SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME (if equipped): change slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1-3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. ALL SEATS - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 22
through the saved titles. When the song title appears in the display that you would like to replace, press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display. • DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the other option is to turn them off. 22 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 23
losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. To activate the autoset feature, toggle AUTOSET to equipped stations or view the station name or type. To change categories: Press MENU until RDS ON appears in the display. 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 24
categories. To change RDS categories, ensure that RDS is ON in the Menu listing. Press MENU again until RDS ON appears in the display. Press CAT. PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDS CATEGORY SEEK/TRACK to scroll through will appear in the display. Press 24 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 25
To change categories back on. 15. SHUFFLE: In CD and MP3 mode, press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode and shuffle within the current disc. SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display. If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEK/TRACK to begin random play. 25 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 26
to that channel, if available. You may cancel your entry by pressing DIRECT. If an invalid station number is the current station. 18. LOAD: For a single CD system, this control is not operational. To load a CD, simply insert the disc label 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 27
following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the audio system. Required equipment: 1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) connectors at each end 27 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 28
problems persists, replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player. 4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same way manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control (play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player. 28 2008 Mariner - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 29
player should be stored in a secure location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is in motion tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 30
CDs. 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. 30 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 31
, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes. 31 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 32
Electronic display by pressing AUX and Preset 1 control simultaneously. Radio Display ACQUIRING Condition Action receiver may have a fault. See your authorized dealer for service. Channel no longer This previously available. available channel is 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 33
). The system is working properly. When you move into an open area, the signal should return. Update of channel No action process may take up to progress. three minutes. Satellite service has Call SIRIUS at been deactivated by 1-888-539-7474 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 34
the climate control system. 5. When the system is off, outside air is shut out. 6. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. 7. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. 34 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 35
heated seat control (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the driver heated seat. See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Outside temperature (if equipped): The outside temperature will appear in the display and is labeled EXT TEMP. 35 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 36
weather, (defrost) or (floor/defrost). select • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the (recirculated air) engaged and A/C off. system off or with • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 37
to return to the previous air flow selection. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, demister 4. vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. 37 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 38
the fan speed. The manual fan speed setting will appear on the left side of the display. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO. 6. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. 7. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 39
to 60°F (16°C). • Manual operation: 1. Select MAX A/C. 2. Select 3. Select or . (recirculated air) to provide colder airflow. 4. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). 5. Set highest fan setting initially, then adjust to maintain comfort. 39 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 40
Driver Controls chapter. Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside or the rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 40 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 41
is equipped with autolamps it will have the headlamps on with windshield wipers feature. If the windshield wipers are turned on (for a fixed period of time) the exterior lamps will turn on with headlamp control in the Autolamp position. 41 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 42
the fog lamps. The fog lamps can be turned on when the headlamp , or control is in the positions and the high beams are not turned on. Pull headlamp control towards you to turn fog lamps on. The fog lamp will illuminate. indicator light 42 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 43
, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full Dome/ON position to reset. This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions. 43 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 44
the hood. Cover the left-hand headlamp with an opaque cloth. 4. On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with a distinct horizontal edge of high intensity light towards the right. If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted. 44 2008 Mariner - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 45
the dome lamp on by fully rotating the dimmer control located on the instrument panel. • DOOR: In this position, the dome lamp will illuminate only when a door is opened and will remain illuminated for 25 seconds after the door is shut. 45 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 46
when you open the doors. Interior lighting battery saver The interior lamps will automatically extinguish after 10 minutes when the ignition key is in OFF/LOCK position, a door has been left open or the interior lamp controls are in the ON position. 46 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 47
clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. 47 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 48
Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Reach over the front install. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. 48 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post- - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 49
in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise. 7. Carefully install the tail lamp assembly on the vehicle and secure with two screws. 49 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 50
Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs 1. Remove the two screws and move the lamp assembly away from the liftgate. 2. Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by depressing the snaps. 50 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 51
Lights 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. Install the new bulbs in reverse order. Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Make sure the fog lamp snap clips. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 51 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 52
glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper features (if equipped with Autolamp feature) The exterior lamps will turn on with the ignition on, headlamp control in the Autolamp position and the windshield wipers are turned on (for a fixed period of time). 52 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 53
tilt lever. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location. 3. Push the steering column tilt lever up. This will lock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. 53 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 54
Press the release on the door to open the storage compartment. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar 5. Small storage trays Use only soft cups in the cupholders. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. 54 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 55
, MP3 players, CDs or handbags. To remove, open the console lid and pull the bin straight up and out from the console housing. The sliding tray and inside bin can be hooked on the side or rear of the console for extra storage. 55 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 56
replacing fuses. To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent the battery the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty. 56 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 57
the driver's window to open fully without holding the control down. Push the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation. 57 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 58
block the sensors on the front and back of the inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. 58 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 59
still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to control for approximately 5 seconds until ZONE XX appears in the center stack display. 6. Continue to press the RESET control until the correct zone appears in the center stack display. 59 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 60
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. Start the vehicle. 2. To calibrate, press and hold the RESET control for approximately - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 61
that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 61 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 62
the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed. Resuming a set speed Press the RESUME control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. 62 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 63
then release the control. • Press and release the CST control to operate the Tap-Down function. Each tap will decrease the set speed by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET + control. 63 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 64
steering wheel controls and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so. These controls allow you to operate some audio control features. Radio control features Press MEDIA to select: • AM, FM1, FM2, or CD • LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack) (if equipped) 64 2008 Mariner - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 65
rear portion of the control. To stop motion at any time during the one-touch opening, press the control again. • To close, press and hold the front portion of the control until the moon roof comes to a complete stop then release the control. 65 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 66
reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. Info menu This control displays the following control displays: • Trip Odometer A or B • Distance to Empty • Average Fuel Economy • Instantaneous Fuel Economy • Blank (odometer off) 66 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 67
the fuel pumps at service control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference. It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings. 67 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 68
English (if in another language) When entering the SETUP MENU and a non-English language has been selected, "PRESS RESET FOR ENGLISH" will be displayed to change back to English. Press the RESET control to change back to English. 68 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 69
the RESET control reduces the value by 10 percent. Note: Oil life start value of 100% equals 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months. For example, setting oil life start value to 60% sets the oil life start value to 4,500 miles (7,200 km) and 108 days. 69 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 70
's door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off. 1. To disable/enable the autounlock feature, select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control switch to turn the autounlock ON or OFF. 70 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 71
warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message. Warning door ajar Passenger door ajar Rear left door ajar Rear right door ajar Status Warning cannot be reset 71 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 72
. Refer to Brake fluid reservoir in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. LOW TIRE PRESSURE. Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 72 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 73
life left reaches 0%, the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message will be displayed. LIFTGATE • To open the liftgate window, unlock the liftgate (with the power door locks or the remote entry) and push the right side control button under the license plate lamp shield. • To open the liftgate, unlock the liftgate - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 74
liftgate door or window open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle. CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo shade (if equipped) If your vehicle has a cargo shade, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. To install the shade: • Insert the ends of the cargo shade into - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 75
to evenly distribute the load, position it in the center or as far forward on the cross-bars as possible. Do not use the vehicle's door handles as tie down loops. Use the tie-down loops on the thumbwheels to secure load. 75 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 76
Driver Controls To adjust the cross-bar (if equipped) position: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are endcaps on both sides of the cross-bar. 4. Slide the cross-bar assembly off the end of the rail. 76 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 77
the front of the vehicle. 2. Use a long, flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross-bar. 3. Slide the cross-bar assemblies over the end cap tongue and into the side rails. 4. Tighten thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar. 77 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 78
were issued with an adhesive security label on them that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you maintain the label in a safe place for future reference, such as the inside front cover of this Owner's Guide. 78 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 79
location of your thumb to grasp the IKT on the control. outer edge next to the Likewise, when rotating the IKT to the 1 (LOCK) position in the ignition lock cylinder, the bottom edge of the IKT adjacent to the control can be utilized. 79 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 80
to enable/disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer, or • Performing the power door lock control procedure, or • Performing the keyless entry key pad (if equipped) procedure, or • Performing the message center (if equipped) procedure. 80 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 81
Locks and Security Note: The autolock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autounlock feature. Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the anti-theft system is not armed, ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, and all vehicle doors, liftgate - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 82
door is opened. Deactivating/activating autounlock Your vehicle comes with the autounlock feature activated. There are four methods to enable/disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer, or • by using the power door unlock/lock sequence, • Performing the keyless entry key pad procedure - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 83
you from locking yourself out of the vehicle. With the key in any ignition position, the driver's door will automatically unlock if it is locked using the power lock control on the driver's door panel while the driver's door is open. 83 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 84
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 84 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 85
press once to unlock all of the doors, the liftgate and liftgate glass. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate (refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in this section), if the control on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR position. 85 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 86
approximately 3 minutes. Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the 1 (LOCK) position. Replacing the battery The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 86 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 87
Insert the new battery. Refer to the instructions inside the IKT 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 battery cover back onto the key. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 88
, or • the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. Perimeter lamps illuminated entry With the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter system, the - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 89
card in the glove box and is available from your authorized dealer. You can also create your own 5-digit personal entry code. When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. 89 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 90
the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash. The anti-scan feature will turn off after: • one minute of keypad inactivity, • pressing the UNLOCK control on the remote entry transmitter, • or the ignition position changes. 90 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 91
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 and a loss of security protection. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 92
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 by your authorized dealer. Replacement Integrated Keyless Transmitters (IKT) and coded keys Note: Your vehicle comes equipped with two Integrated - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 93
10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 4. Within ten seconds of turning the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position, insert the second previously coded key into the ignition. 93 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 94
go out to indicate successful programming. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicle's engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features. The theft indicator light may flash on and off. Wait 20 seconds and you may repeat Steps 1 through 8. If failure repeats - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 95
seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk restraints can be moved up and down. 95 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 96
Seating and Safety Restraints Push side control and push down on head restraint to lower it. Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. 96 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 97
or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight 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, with your feet on the floor. 97 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 98
on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. 98 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 99
deactivate. The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the RUN position and the engine is running. The system automatically shuts off after 10 minutes. REAR SEATS Head restraints The purpose close to that position as possible. 99 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 100
or as close as possible behind your head. Push control to lower or remove head restraint. Folding down rear seats 1. Raise the rear seat head restraint and remove. 2. Place the head restraint under the front seat for storage. 100 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 101
the floor is clear of all objects before folding the seat. 4. Flip seat forward. Attach the safety belt web snap button to the quarter trim panel snap button. This will ensure that safety belt does not get caught by staying out of the seat back folding path. 101 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 102
seatback down into load floor position. Returning the rear seats to upright position 1. Pull seatback up and into upright position making sure seatback locks into place and the red seat unlatched indicator on release paddle is not visible. 102 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 103
heads are through elastic holders on seat backs. Safety belt buckles may break if front set and return it to the original position on the seatback. Failure to do so could result in personal injury. 3. Unsnap the safety belt webbing from the quarter trim panel. 103 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 104
of: • Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints. • Front safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors, and safety belt usage sensors. • Driver's seat position sensor • Front passenger sensing system 104 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 105
indicator lamp Front crash severity sensor. Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors. 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 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 106
turned off the passenger's frontal airbag, the "pass airbag off" indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is off. See Front passenger sensing system in the airbags section of this chapter. 106 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 107
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 a collision. 107 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 108
restraint system (SRS) is provided. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. 108 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 109
securely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. Energy Management Feature • This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front outboard seating 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 110
Seating and Safety Restraints movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or be used any time a child safety seat, except a booster, is installed in passenger front or rear seating positions. Children 12 years old and under 110 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 111
replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. Safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments at the front outboard seating the risk of injury in a collision. 111 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 112
, buckles, front safety belt buckle assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching 112 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 113
belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster when the driver's and front passenger's safety belt is unbuckled. 113 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 114
are buckled. The Belt-Minder feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until the safety belts are buckled. 114 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 115
Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle belts don't workЉ ЉTraffic is lightЉ ЉBelts wrinkle my clothesЉ 115 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 116
independently. When deactivating/activating one seating position, do not buckle the other position as this will terminate the process. Read Steps 1 - 4 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure. 116 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 117
, followed by three seconds with the light off, then followed by the safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds again. • After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is complete. 117 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 118
in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches (25 cm) between an occupant's chest and the driver airbag module. 118 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 119
the front end of the 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. 119 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 120
to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. How does - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 121
connects the components. • Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing system. later in this chapter. • "Passenger airbag off" or "pass airbag off" indicator lamp. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. 121 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 122
is present in a booster seat, • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time, The front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat side airbag if: • the seat is empty and safety belt is unbuckled. 122 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 123
on the seat cushion, with the person's legs comfortably extended. • Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger's frontal airbag. 123 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 124
the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. 124 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 125
above may cause the weight of a properly seated occupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the front passenger sensing system. The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or lighter due to the conditions described in the list above. 125 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 126
. If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner's Guide. 126 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 127
accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident. Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. 127 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 128
generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks. • A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. • Two crash sensors located on the lower portion of - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 129
until the problem and/or light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 129 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 130
follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. Do not lean your head on the door. The Safety Canopy™ could injure you as it deploys from the headliner. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Safety Canopy™ system, its fuses, the A, B, or - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 131
(one on each side of vehicle). • A headliner designed to flex open above the side doors to allow Safety Canopy™ deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. • Two crash sensors mounted at lower B-Pillar (one on each side). • Two crash - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 132
The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required. 132 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 133
the front seating position. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use. 133 2008 Mariner - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 134
need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap/shoulder belt to fit properly. Generally this is when they weigh about 80 lb. (36 kg) (about 8 to 12 years old). 134 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 135
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/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb. (18 kg). 135 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 136
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 and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. 136 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 137
for children up to 80 lb. (36 kg) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH and 137 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 138
forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 138 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 139
the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 139 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 140
placing the child in the seat, forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. 140 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 141
, place under the front seat for storage, and then route the tether strap over the top of the seatback. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. There are three tether anchors located on the headliner at the rear of the vehicle. 141 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 142
type of child seat eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat. For forward-facing child seats, the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor. See Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter. 142 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 143
of the second row seat between the cushion and seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown. 143 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 144
. Try to tilt the child seat from side to side. Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 144 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 145
high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to 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. 145 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 146
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 faster than two-wheel drive vehicles. Always drive at a safe speed. 146 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 147
Tires, Wheels and Loading How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other These differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. 147 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 148
AA, A, B, and C. The grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. 148 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 149
car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 139. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel of service, but weight code. • Inflation pressure: A measure of the amount of air 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 150
the front door. • Bead area of the tire: Area of the tire next to the rim. • Sidewall of 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 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 151
"bleed" or reduce air pressure. The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures. A hot tire at or below recommended cold inflation pressure could be significantly under-inflated. 151 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 152
Wheel Information section for description): Store and maintain at the higher of the front permit air leakage replaced. For your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail. 152 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 153
loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently. You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 153 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 154
injury and death. Additionally the use of non-recommended tires and wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized dealer. 154 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 155
vehicle. It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally be replaced as a pair. The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 156
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 can cause the front end of your - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 157
Tires, Wheels and Loading • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) • Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 157 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 158
for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Note Rim Association (T&RA), that may be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. Note: If your tire size does not 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 159
in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire's load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in your Owner's Guide. If not, contact a local - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 160
in between are identification codes used for traceability. This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect or the edge of the driver's door, for the correct tire pressure for controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. 160 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 161
Wheels the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/Load Inflation Limits: Indicates the tire 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 162
and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the nominal width of the door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 162 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 163
also reduces fuel efficiency and replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 163 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 164
could increase the risk of tire failure, loss of control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. Changing tires with TPMS Each road tire is equipped with a tire pressure sensor fastened to the inside rim of the wheel. The pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is not visible unless the tire - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 165
is to warn you when your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your Tire Pressure Monitoring System: 165 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 166
spare tire is installed in this section. TPMS If your tires are properly malfunction inflated and your spare tire is not in use and the light remains ON, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 166 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 167
the TPMS warning for low tire pressure. 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. 167 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 168
the front axle for P235/70R16 tires. • Do not use cables or chains with P225/65R17 tires. • Install cables securely, verifying that the cables do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. approved methods of traction control. 168 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 169
Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight - is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 170
much weight the vehicle should carry). Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Example only: 170 2008 Mariner - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 171
. Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 171 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 172
, Wheels and Loading GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) - is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 173
authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer) for more detailed information. Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight - refers to the amount of the weight that a trailer pushes down on a trailer hitch. Examples: For a 5,000 lb. (2,268 kg) conventional - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 174
manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of the driver's door. 174 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 175
this chapter. • 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 for the - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 176
. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. The Mariner vehicle electrical system is not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes. 4x4 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Engine Maximum Trailer Weight Maximum GCWR Range frontal area - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 177
Tires, Wheels and Loading Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. Preparing to tow Use the proper - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 178
wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective. 178 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 179
traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot weather while stopped that your transaxle is not damaged. 179 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 180
front drive wheels on a dolly or with all four (4) wheels off the ground on a car-hauling trailer. In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker Towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4WD Emergencies chapter. 180 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 181
fire. Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. 181 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 182
occupants have buckled their safety belts. For more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure vehicle accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 182 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 183
P (Park). 3. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) without turning the key to 4 (START). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. 183 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 184
exhaust fumes. Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. 184 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 185
temperatures reach below 0°F (-17°C). Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury. plug /engine block heater cord plug connection is free and clear of water in order to prevent possible shock or fire. 185 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 186
operating conditions, brake dust may accumulate on the wheels. Some brake dust is inevitable as brakes wear and does not contribute to brake noise. The use of modern friction materials with emphasis on improved performance and environmental considerations 186 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 187
-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by keeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 188
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 and reduce fuel economy. 188 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 189
with RSC system provides stability enhancement features such as Roll Stability Control™ (RSC), Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Traction Control (TCS) for certain driving situations. The system includes an AdvanceTrac with RSC on/off button, and a "sliding car" icon in the instrument - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 190
with RSC stability enhancement feature will restore full engine power and will enhance momentum through the obstacle. During Traction Control events the "sliding car" icon in the instrument cluster will flash momentarily. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 191
Engine . Traction Control and steadily illuminate the "sliding car" icon Pressing and holding the AdvanceTrac with RSC button for more than five seconds will further disable the brake portion of the Traction Control will flash momentarily and then feature ), ABS and the Traction Control feature will - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 192
Driving AdvanceTrac with RSC Features "Sliding Engine car" RSC ESC Traction icon Control Illuminated during bulb check Enabled Enabled Enabled Button functions Default at start-up Brake Traction Control Enabled Button Illuminated pressed solid momentarily Button pressed and held more than five - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 193
manually disabled (push the AdvanceTrac with RSC button located on the center stack still illuminates of the instrument panel). If the Љsliding carЉ icon steadily, have the system service also make the steering seem to wander/pull. 193 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 194
out of P (Park) with ignition in the RUN position and the brake pedal depressed, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle's brakelamps are not operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 194 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 195
and reinstall the BTSI cover cap. 5. Start the vehicle and release the parking brake. Do not drive brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 195 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 196
for any type of service or repair, the transmission will need to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters, much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected. The Adaptive Transmission Strategy 196 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 197
locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine • Depress the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. 197 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 198
Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on slippery roads. • To return to D (Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the D (Overdrive) position. • Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transaxle to downshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed. 198 2008 Mariner (mrn - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 199
brake. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely to the floor. • Allows lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine of obstacles near the rear bumper when R (Reverse) is 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 200
ground. Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may feet (1.8 meters) from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper, (refer to the figures for 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 201
If the sensors are covered, it will affect the accuracy of the RSS. If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) For - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 202
car. Maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in rough terrain. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you grip the steering wheel control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 202 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 203
control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury. Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel. • In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 203 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 204
applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in mud. Even 4WD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid 204 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 205
because you might roll over. It is better to back down to a safe location. Apply just enough power to the wheels to climb the hill. Too much power will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of vehicle control. 205 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 206
vehicle is equipped with 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. 206 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 207
(such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment. Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control. Ford Motor Company recommends - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 208
Owner Guide portfolio. Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been supplied with a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer's responsibility) • fuel delivery - Independent Service - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 209
uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty's Roadside Assistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact 1-877-294-2582 or visit our website at www.ford.ca. 209 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 210
and all front and rear direction signals will flash. Press the flasher control again to turn them off. Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists. Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery. 210 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 211
. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. 15 Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 211 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 212
Black Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on the right-hand side of the center console, by the instrument panel. Remove the panel cover to access the fuse cover. Press the tabs on the top and bottom of the fuse cover to remove. 212 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 213
Turn signals, Stop lamps Low beam headlamps (left) Low beam headlamps (right) Interior lights Backlighting Four wheel drive Power mirror switch Canister vent FCIM (radio buttons), Satellite radio, Front display module Climate control 213 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 214
control deactivate switch, ABS Four wheel drive, EPAS (steering), Park aid module PATS transceiver Climate control Subwoofer/Amp (Audiophile radio) Radio Front power point Driver/passenger door lock switches, Automatic dimming mirror, Compass, Ambient lighting 214 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 215
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 to the Power - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 216
point (center console) Fuel pump Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Keep Alive power Alternator Reverse lamps Trailer tow parking lamps Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Front wipers Starter Blower motor A/C clutch Trailer tow turn lamps Not used Cooling fan 1 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 217
main relay Cooling fan 2 relay Reverse lamp relay Fuel pump relay Trailer tow left turn relay Trailer tow right turn relay Trailer tow park relay Not used Not used PCM diode Start diode Reverse lamp relay, Speed control module, Rear defrost relay 217 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 218
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tire, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer function. 218 Power Distribution Box Description Not used Not used 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 219
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 at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability 219 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 220
size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate hazard flashers. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn engine off. 220 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 221
are located under the carpeted load floor. Pull back the carpet away from the liftgate, and remove the hardboard cover. If your vehicle is equipped with a cargo management system, the jack and tools spare tire from under the vehicle. 221 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 222
access hole in the rear bumper. 2. Turn the handle wheel. If equipped with a tether, perform the following additional steps: 4. Lift the spare tire on end to access tether attachment (1). 5. Use the lug wrench to remove the lug nut from the spare tire tether. 222 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 223
or someone else could be seriously injured. Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 223 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 224
but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations: • Front View shown from rear of front tire. Position the jack directly below the protruding bolt. 224 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 225
as a jacking point. To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. 225 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 226
to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or loss of spare tire. If you are stowing a tire that requires reattaching it to the vehicle with a tether, perform these steps first, then proceed with the steps following. 226 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 227
not contact the bumper.) 7. Repeat this tightness check procedure (every six months, per scheduled maintenance information), when servicing the spare tire pressure or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of other components. 227 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 228
. Apply grease only to the wheel pilot hole surface by smearing a "dime" (1 square cm) sized glob of grease around the wheel pilot surface (1) with end of finger. DO NOT apply grease to lugnut/stud holes or wheel-to-brake surfaces. Bolt size 228 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 229
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 from any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. 229 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 230
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 assisting battery. 230 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 231
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 increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 231 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 232
disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 232 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 233
cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 234
to the automatic transaxle. On 4WD vehicles, it is required that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground to prevent damage to the automatic transaxle, 4WD system or vehicle. 234 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 235
can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: • Vehicle is facing forward. • Place the transmission in N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 235 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 236
find an authorized dealer to help you. In the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, MI 48121 1-800-392-3673 (FORD) (TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952) www.customersaskford.com 236 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 237
current odometer reading • The vehicle identification number (VIN) Additional Assistance If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wish to contact the Better Business Bureau (BBB) AUTO LINE program (U.S. only). 237 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 238
Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws. IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY) California Civil Code value or safety of the vehicle) OR 3. The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 239
Company and to your dealer. Experience has shown that our customers have been very successful in achieving satisfaction by following the three-step procedure outlined on the front page of the Warranty Guide. However, if your warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure, you - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 240
SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. It provides the following: • Benefits during the warranty than 4,600 participating authorized dealers. 240 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 241
control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel. Using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U.S. If your vehicle must be serviced - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 242
card, check or money order.) Obtaining a French owner's guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by writing to: Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited Service Publications CHQ202 The Canadian Road P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, ON, Canada L6J 5E4 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 243
Customer Assistance You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. REPORTING injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1-800-333-0510. 243 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 244
plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. • After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer, or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmental effects. 244 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 245
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 or the windshield cowl area. The paint sealant will "gray" or stain the parts over time. PAINT CHIPS Your authorized dealer has touch - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 246
Canada use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (CXC-66-A). • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. 2.3L I4 246 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 247
parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car 247 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 248
replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly. • Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts may also use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner ( wheel 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 249
Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over the leather. • To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-11-A). In Canada, use Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (CXC-93). Dry the area with a soft cloth. 249 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 250
Care Kit (U.S. only) (ZC-11-D) Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A) Motorcraft Dusting Cloth (ZC-24) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (Canada only) (CXC-66-A) Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-101) 250 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 251
) Triple Clean (U.S. only) (ZC-13) Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Wash and Wax (Canada only) (CXC-95) Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 251 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 252
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 252 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 253
handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel. 2. At the front of the vehicle, lift up on the auxiliary latch handle located in the center between the hood and the grille. 3. Lift the hood open and secure it with the prop rod. 253 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 254
I4 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Automatic transmission dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power distribution box 7. Battery 8. Engine coolant bleed valve 9. Engine oil dipstick 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 254 2008 Mariner (mrn - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 255
Duratec engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Air filter assembly 5. Power distribution box 6. Battery 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 255 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 256
bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, finish, wiper blades or washer system engine and cooling system components. Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the windshield. 256 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 257
prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element. 257 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 258
for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 258 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 259
lower and upper holes, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the MIN mark or lower hole, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. 259 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 260
is not above the MAX or FULL mark on the engine oil level dipstick. 4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it is seated. 260 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 261
is not covered by Ford warranty. Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 262
water during its life of service. 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 the battery clean and dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 263
related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. Because your vehicle's engine is electronically controlled by a computer, some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 264
Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014-R1060). The level of coolant should be maintained at the "FULL COLD" level or within the "COLD FILL RANGE" in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section. Your vehicle was factory - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 265
could make it difficult to see through the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. 265 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 266
section of the Workshop Manual. • Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D, or DEX-COOL brand with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant or any orange - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 267
damage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. 267 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 268
provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive. Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. 268 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 269
wait a short period for the engine to cool. 4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer. 269 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 270
as soon as possible. FUEL FILTER For fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer 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 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 271
shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. 271 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 272
at least once. or a "check fuel cap" message comes on, If the check fuel cap light the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. The light or message can come on after several driving events after you've refueled your vehicle. 272 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 273
indicate that these additives can cause your vehicle's emission control system to deteriorate more rapidly. Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty. 273 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 274
"cleaner-burning" gasolines to improve air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the Right Fuel section. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components. 274 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 275
may come on. For more information on the Service engine soon indicator, refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver. You must gather information - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 276
follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy. 276 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 277
[180 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. 277 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 278
, 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. 278 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 279
vehicle has run out of fuel-the engine may misfire or run poorly. 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel-the engine may misfire or run poorly. 3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. See Fuel filler cap in this chapter. 279 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 280
without cranking the engine. If the Service engine indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not soon indicator stays on ready for I/M testing; if the Service engine soon solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing. 280 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 281
not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will have to be repeated. BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 282
the parking brake. 3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6. Install the dipstick, making sure it is fully seated in 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 283
remove it while the engine is running. 1. Loosen the clamp that secures the air inlet tube to the engine air filter cover and disconnect the tube from the cover (for V6 only). 2. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 283 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 284
cover and secure the clamps. 8. Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp. Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used. 284 2008 Mariner - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 285
Air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV valve Spark Plugs 1 1 2.3L I4 engine FA-1683 FG-872 BXT-40R FL-910 2 3 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine FA-1683 FG-872 BXT-40R FL-820-S Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 286
-B 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) 6.3 quarts (6.0L) 10.6 quarts (10.0L) - Maintenance and Specifications Body hinges, latches, door striker plates and rollers, seat tracks, fuel filler door hinge and spring, primary and auxiliary hood latches Engine coolant 2.3L engine - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 287
2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Item Capacity Maintenance and Specifications 287 Ford Part Name or Ford Part maintenance information to determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. Replace Power - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 288
0.049-0.053 inch (1.25-1.35mm) 9.7:1 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 183 87 octane 1-4-2-5-3-6 Coil on plug 0.052-0.056 inch (1.32-1.42mm) 10.0:1 Engine drivebelt routing • 2.3L I4 Engine with A/C-Without A/C similar • 3.0L V6 Engine 288 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 289
the driver's door. Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 289 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 290
Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint System 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 291
Interior style Cargo Logic / Cargo management Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats Security shade Lifestyle Ash cup/ smoker's package Cargo management accessories Cross bars Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories 291 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 292
Radio Antennas in the area of the driver's side hood. • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 292 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 293
, treating emergencies ...262 jumping a disabled battery ...229 maintenance-free ...262 replacement, specifications ...285 servicing ...262 Belt-Minder ...113 Booster seats ...134 Brakes ...186-187 anti-lock ...187 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...187 fluid, checking and adding ...281 - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 294
...141 in front seat ...138 in rear seat ...138 Child safety seats booster seats ...134 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...246 instrument panel ...248 interior ...249 plastic parts ...247 washing ...244 waxing ...245 wheels ...245 wiper blades ...247 Climate control (see Air conditioning or - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 295
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...137 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...280 Instrument panel cleaning ...248 cluster ...12 lighting up panel and interior ...43 J Jump-starting your vehicle ...229 295 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...275 Gauges ...17 H 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 296
-47 replacing bulbs ...48 Liftgate ...73, 86 Lights, warning and indicator ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...187 Load limits ...169 Loading instructions ...175 Locks autolock ...80, 82 childproof ...84 doors ...80 Lubricant specifications ...286 Lug nuts ...228 Luggage rack ...75 Lumbar support, seats - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 297
, 184 jump starting ...229 Steering wheel controls ...64 tilting ...53 Stereo CD-MP3 ...19 T Tilt steering wheel ...53 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Tires, Wheels and Loading ...163 Tires ...148-149 alignment ...156 care ...152 297 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 298
Water, Driving through ...207 Windows power ...57 rear wiper/washer ...53 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...52 checking and adding fluid ...256 liftgate reservoir ...256 replacing wiper blades ...257-258 Wrecker towing ...234 298 2008 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mariner | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 299
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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Warning lights and chimes
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Gauges
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Entertainment Systems
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Auxiliary input jack (Line in)
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Satellite radio information
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Navigation system
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Climate Controls
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Manual heating and air conditioning
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Dual automatic temperature control
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Rear window defroster
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Turn signal control
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Bulb replacement
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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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Moon roof
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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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2008 Mariner
(mrn)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)