2008 Mercury Mountaineer Owner Guide 1st Printing
2008 Mercury Mountaineer Manual
2008 Mercury Mountaineer manual content summary:
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83 Lights Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof Message center 85 96 96 97 101 102 105 110 115 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 135 135 135 141 1 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 2
278 278 280 280 282 290 299 300 305 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 307 313 314 Cleaning 315 2 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 3
Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 323 325 329 334 336 343 356 358 359 363 Accessories Index 366 368 All rights reserved. - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 4
as airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material - Special handling may apply for service or pass on the Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. 4 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 5
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 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 6
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 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 7
modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 7 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 8
devices and portable two-way radios. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any driving task when it is safe to do so. 8 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 9
. 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 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 10
Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Parking Brake System Parking Aid System Airbag - Side Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 11
, 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 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 12
if after 15 seconds the ЉService engine soonЉ light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 12 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 13
may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury. 13 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 14
if needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light remains ON while driving, the temperature of the engine may be too high, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 14 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 15
and Loading chapter. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Speed control: Illuminates when - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 16
signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. 16 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 17
LOCK or ACCESSORY position center activation chime: Sounds when the following warnings DOOR AJAR, LOW FUEL LEVEL or LOW TIRE PRESSURE appear in the message center display for the first time. GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. 17 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 18
instrument cluster message center on vehicles with manual climate control. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. 18 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 19
tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel door is located. 19 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that /FM repeatedly to choose between AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands. / to manually go 3. Press up/down the frequency band. SEEK to search Press 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
system may take a few moments to turn on. 2. Press AUX repeatedly to cycle through auxiliary audio sources. Select SAT1, SAT2 further information, refer to CATEGORY listing under the MENU control on your specific audio system. 4. Once you 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 22
to play. To auto load up to 6 manually advance in a CD/MP3 track. While in folder mode, press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. While in folder mode, press to access the next FOLDER folder on MP3 discs, if available. 22 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 23
If the disc is not removed in 15 seconds, the system will reload the disc. until the system To auto eject up to 6 discs, press and hold begins ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system will reload the discs. 23 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 24
control, Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory manually go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various settings. In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press next/previous channel. / to tune to the 24 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 25
Menu for further information. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. (Phone): If your vehicle is 2. equipped with REPLACED will appear in the display. 25 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 26
valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. Setting the clock: Press MENU until SET HOURS or SET MINUTES is / to manually increase/decrease. Press MENU , COUNTRY, INFORM, JAZZ/RB, ROCK, etc. 26 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
main menu. / to adjust the FADE: Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers. Press OK to close and return to the main menu. SPEED VOL (Speed off and level 7 is the maximum setting. 27 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 28
this chapter. 4. AUX: Press repeatedly to location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 29
Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. / OK(Play/Pause): This 6. control is operational in CD and DVD mode (if equipped). on MP3 discs, if available. 29 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 30
. REW (Rewind): Press REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track. preset control until sound returns. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 30 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ( - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 31
certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 16. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a a CD/MP3 label side up in the CD slot. 31 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 32
In radio mode, press to manually ) or down ( ) the go up ( radio frequency. Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies. In menu mode, use to select various settings. In CD/MP3 mode, press to select the desired disc. 32 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 33
for further information. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2. (Phone): If your vehicle is equipped with REPLACED will appear in the display. 33 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 34
valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. Setting the clock: Press MENU until SET HOURS or SET MINUTES is / to manually increase/decrease. Press MENU again close and return to the main menu. 34 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 35
main menu. / to adjust the FADE: Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers. Press OK to close and return to the main menu. SPEED VOL (Speed off and level 7 is the maximum setting. 35 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 36
location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check SYNC supplement for further information. 36 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 37
Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. / OKPlay/Pause: This 6. control is operational in CD and DVD mode (if equipped). When within the current folder. 37 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 38
FF (Fast forward): Press FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 11. REW (Rewind): Press REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track. 12 control until sound returns. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 39
off, the volume will come back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 16. CD: Press . Once loaded, the first track will begin to play. To auto load up to 6 discs, press and hold LOAD until the display 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 40
battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off. 3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle. 40 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 41
in a secure location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is in motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion. 41 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 42
control your center console. This lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. 42 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 43
Inspect discs before playing. • Clean only with an approved CD cleaner. • Wipe discs from the center out. Don't: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time. with a scratch protection film attached. 43 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 44
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 folders will help with navigation through the disc files. 44 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 45
tasks on your work computer, home computer and your in vehicle Antenna obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible. 45 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 46
. You will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS. While in Satellite Radio mode, you can view this number on the radio display by pressing AUX and Preset 1 control simultaneously. 46 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 47
Condition Action Required Radio requires more No action required. than two seconds to This message should produce audio for the disappear shortly. selected channel. Internal module . SAT FAULT INVALID CHNL UNSUBSCRIBED NO TEXT 47 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 48
Satellite service has Call SIRIUS at been deactivated by 1-888-539-7474 to re-activate or resolve SIRIUS Satellite Radio. subscription issues. Condition Song title information not available. NO TEXT NO SIGNAL UPDATING CALL SIRIUS 1-888-539-7474 48 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 49
control is included in the system to allow the rear seat center to edge. 1. Ensure that the vehicle ignition is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position. 2. Insert a DVD into the system, label-side up to turn on the system. It will load automatically. 49 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 50
is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position. 2. Insert a CD into the system, label-side up to turn on the DVD system. It will load and automatically begin to play. If there is already a CD in the system, press PLAY on the DVD player. 50 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 51
camcorders, video cassette recorders, etc. 1. Ensure that the vehicle ignition is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position. 2. Press the power button to turn the DVD system on. The indicator light next to the power button will illuminate. 51 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 52
A or B headphone control button. Note: Channel A can access any possible media source (AM, FM1, FM2, SAT (if equipped), CD, DVD, AUX). Channel B can only access DVD and AUX sources. Note: Refer to Single play/Dual play for more information. 52 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 53
level on the display screen, press the brightness control on the DVD system. A display will appear at the bottom of the screen indicating the brightness level. The brightness display will only appear when the menu is not displayed. 53 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 54
14 15 12 13 11 10 7 9 8 1. Headphone control A/B: Press to select either the A or B headphone source SAT (if equipped), CD, DVD, DVD-AUX). Headphone B can only access DVD and DVD-AUX. For further information, refer to Single play/ 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 55
a video signal is detected on the auxiliary video input, and the display is in the DVD-AUX video mode, the display will automatically turn on. . (Wireless headphone volume is controlled with the rotary dial on the right ear piece.) 55 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 56
CD, DVD, DVD-AUX). The media will controls to make various selections when in any menu. When not in a menu, and in / to adjust DVD mode, press the brightness. A display bar will appear at the bottom of the screen indicating the brightness levels. 56 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 57
/left/right. When not in a Menu, the left and right cursor controls decrease and increase the display brightness. 3. DISPLAY: Press to access the and then use the MEDIA control to select the desired playing media for the headphones. 57 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 58
. 13. Keypad: Use the numeric controls to enter in a specific CD/MP3 track or DVD chapter to be played. 14. C (Cancel): Press to cancel/clear the numeric input (i.e. chapter number). 15. MEDIA: turn the subtitle feature ON or OFF. 58 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 59
limited shelf life, replace them when the unit fails to control the DVD player. Remove the screw and unlatch the battery cover to access the batteries. The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries which are supplied with the unit. 59 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 60
(Batteries are included.) Additional infrared wireless headphones may be purchased for use with the system. Also, wired headphones may be purchased and plugged in where indicated on the left and right hand sides of the system. Refer to Wired Headphones below. 60 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 61
cover. Then, lightly press down on top and slide the cover off. When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended) and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery the volume control to the 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 62
headphone jack for Channel B is located on B. Headphones plugged into the right seat passengers choose to listen to a different playing media than the front seat passengers. With the DVD and Rear Seat Controls turned ON, the rear seat passengers may 62 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 63
) When the Family Entertainment System (FES) detects that the original radio supplied by Ford Motor Company has been removed from the vehicle, the Family Entertainment System will work in a state referred to as "Headphone Only Mode". 63 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 64
audio to the speakers. • The available sources in FES Headphone Only Mode are DVD-DISC and DVD-AUX, regardless of headphone channel (A or B). • When a disc is inserted into the FES while in to confirm. The system default is Angle 1. 64 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 65
audio output (English, Spanish, French). This is disc dependent. Once you have made your selection, press ENTER to confirm. The system default is English. 65 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 66
ACCESSORY position. 2. Ensure that the DVD system is ON. 3. Insert an audio CD into the DVD system, label side up. 4. The track and elapsed time will appear in the status bar. Use the DVD cursor controls CD. Press again to stop. 66 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 67
in the RUN or ACCESSORY position. 2. Ensure appear in the status bar. The screen will list capacity - Each disc contains about 650 MB of storage capacity. We do not recommend using high capacity rate - The player supports bit rates from 32 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 68
files requires intensive use of your computer's resources. Follow the PC configuration CD-R and CD-RW discs, which are more susceptible to damage from heat, light and stress than are regular CDs. • Always insert and remove a disc by 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 69
the RUN or ACCESSORY position. 2. Ensure that the navigation system is on. 3. Insert a DVD label-side up into the system. 4. Use the DVD bezel controls to: Press status bar on top of the screen as the screens cycle through at this rate. 69 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ( - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 70
input 4. Black: wired headphone jack ( not included) The B headphone jack (5) is located on the right side of the DVD system. Plug in wired headphones (not included) here. Note: The B headphones can only access DVD and AUX modes. They cannot access radio sources. 70 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 71
preset #6), to play the disc. Parental control for the DVD system Your Family Entertainment System (FES) allows you to have control over the rear seat controls in a few different ways. The DVD and the FES except for load and eject. 71 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 72
controls 2 and 4 simultaneously to toggle between Single Play and Dual Play. In Single Play mode, all speakers listen to the same media. In Dual Play mode, rear seat parts of the world would have different regions. If a playback problem is 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 73
and operating instructions before operating the system and retain for future reference. Do not attempt to service, repair or Manuals for video games and video game equipment when used as auxiliary inputs for your Family Entertainment System (FES). 73 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 74
. Temperature extremes When the vehicle is parked under direct sunlight or in an extremely cold place for a long period of time, wait until the cabin temperature of the vehicle is at normal temperature before operating the system. 74 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 75
DVD and CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge. Do not use circular motion. Compatibility with aftermarket audio systems (headphone only mode) When Mode are DVD-DISC and DVD-AUX, regardless of headphone channel (A or B). 75 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 76
) Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC, a multi-media system with special phone and media features. Refer to your SYNC supplement for further information. 76 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 77
. the air flow selector in the • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the air flow selector in the O (OFF) position. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the rear seats. 77 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 78
: 1. Select floor/defrost mode. 2. Set temperature control to maintain comfort. 3. Set fan to highest setting. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 78 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 79
have full control of the cabin temperature settings (single zone) or allows the passenger to have control of their individual temperature settings (dual zone control). Press to turn on dual zone mode, press again to return to single zone. DUAL 79 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 80
the fan speed. EXT 16. EXT: Displays the outside air temperature. It will remain displayed until the EXT control is pressed again. The external temperature will be most accurate when the vehicle has been moving for a period of time. 80 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 81
the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. 81 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 82
be unavailable. FLOOR CONSOLE CLIMATE CONTROLS Controls the direction of the airflow to the rear of the vehicle. • directs air flow primarily through the console panel register. directs air flow through the console floor register. • 82 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 83
a period of up to 4 minutes when the outside air temperature is 40°F (4°C) or above, or • when the engine is turned off. To manually turn off the heated windshield before the specified time has passed, push the control switch again. 83 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 84
the engine is cold and running at higher rpms associated with cold starts. This rpm increase is required to provide adequate power from the alternator to the heated windshield and maintain power to the other electrical functions in the vehicle. 84 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 85
are not turned on. Pull headlamp control towards you to turn fog lamps on. The fog lamp will illuminate indicator light when fog lamp is activated. Push the headlamp control towards the instrument panel to deactivate the fog lamps. 85 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 86
conditions may result in a collision. or position High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull the lever toward you to activate. Release the lever to deactivate. 86 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 87
adjust the headlamps: 1. Park your vehicle on a level surface about 25 feet (7.6 meters) away from a vertical plain surface (3). Check your headlamp alignment at night or in a dark area so that you can see the headlamp beam pattern. 87 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 88
the adjuster control either clockwise (to adjust down) or counterclockwise (to adjust up). Note: Use a 4 mm socket or box wrench to turn the vertical adjuster control. 6. Horizontal aiming is not required for this vehicle and is non-adjustable. 88 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 89
. The reading portion, the two outer lights, can only be toggled on and off at the lamp. The front map lamps are located in the overhead console (if equipped). Press the controls on either side of each map lamp to activate the lamps. 89 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 90
Park/turn lamps (front) Headlamps Rear stop/tail lamps Rear turn lamps Rear license plate lamps Backup lamp High-mount brake lamps 90 Number of bulbs 2 2 2 2 2 2 5 Trade number 3157 A (amber) H13 L1224R 3157 A (amber) 168 3156K W5WL 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 91
not touch the glass of a halogen bulb. 1. Turn off the headlamps and open the hood. 2. Remove the two retainer pins, then pull headlamp forward. 91 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 92
Lights 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. 4. Remove the old bulb by turning counterclockwise and pull it out. Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children's reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base . 92 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 93
Lights 4. Carefully pull the old bulb out of the lamp assembly. Reverse steps to . 2. Reach under the bumper and rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. 3. Pull the bulb straight out. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 93 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 94
Lights Replacing tail/brake/turn/backup lamp bulbs 1. Turn the headlamp switch to OFF and open the liftgate. 2. Remove lamp by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 94 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 95
Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the lamp assembly 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 95 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 96
washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid level controls For rear wiper operation, rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired position. Select: INT 1 - 8-10 second interval rear wiper. INT 2 - 3-4 second interval rear wiper. 96 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 97
the wheel. Lift the lever back to its original position to lock the steering column. Never adjust the steering column when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps. 97 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 98
moving it back towards the windshield. OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle's overhead console will vary according to your option package. Storage compartment Press the latch to open the storage compartment. 98 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 99
the lid, and inside the compartment has coin holder slots, a power point, AIJ (Audio Input Jack), USB port and a business/credit card holder The rear side of the console may incorporate the following features: • Air vents • Cupholders 99 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 100
of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. The auxiliary power points are located on the front of the center console, inside the utility compartment, and on the rear of the console (accessible from the rear seats - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 101
Driver Controls fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses. To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to be running (in a safe manner) to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 102
the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. 102 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 103
the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. 103 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 104
rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal toward you or away from you. The adjustment allows for approximately 3 inches (73 mm) of maximum travel. Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving. 104 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 105
increases above the set speed on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed. • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. 105 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 106
SET control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET + control. 106 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 107
climate control features. Audio control features Press MEDIA to select: • AM, FM1, FM2 • SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 (Satellite Radio mode if equipped). • CD (if equipped) • SYNC (if equipped) • DVD/FES (if equipped) • LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack) 107 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 108
Driver Controls In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode: SEEK to • Press select preset stations within the selected radio band or press In SYNC mode (if equipped): • Refer to the SYNC supplement. In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjust volume. 108 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 109
information on the Navigation system, refer to the Navigation supplement. SYNC system hands free control feature (if equipped) Press and hold VOICE briefly until icon appears on the the refer to the Navigation and SYNC supplements. 109 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 110
it will bounce back again. If the switch is released before the moon roof reaches fully closed position, the moon roof will stop. For example: Bounce Back Override can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the moon roof or seals. 110 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 111
ா WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink Wireless Control System, located on the overhead console, provides door locks, and home or office lighting. When programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System to a garage door or 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 112
equipped device (most commonly a garage door opener). 4. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the "learn" or "smart" button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit). 112 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 113
Driver Controls 5. Firmly press and release the "learn" or "smart" button. (The name and color of the light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink accepts the radio frequency signal. • Proceed with Step 3 in the "Programming" section. 113 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 114
. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, follow Step 1 in the "Programming" section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 114 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 115
ever is displayed in the top left corner has the highest priority. Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu, SETUP menu, text warnings and reconfigurable telltale warnings. 115 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 116
, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. 116 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 117
-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations • Variations in top-off procedure from least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2. bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset. 117 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 118
the SETUP control twice for the following displays: • AWD Lock (4.6 L engine vehicles only) • System Check • Units (English/Metric) • Language • Autolamp • Autolock • Autounlock • Power Running Boards (if equipped) 118 INFO SETUP RESET 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 119
the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored. The sequence of the system check report and how it appears in the message center is as follows: 1. OIL LIFE 2. CHARGING SYSTEM 3. WASHER FLUID 4. DOOR AJAR 119 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 120
Arabic. 3. Press the RESET control for the next SETUP MENU item or wait for more than 4 seconds to return to the INFO menu. Autolamp This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off. 120 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 121
feature, select this function from the SETUP MENU. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the autounlock ON or OFF. 3. Press the RESET control for the next SETUP MENU item or wait for more than 4 seconds to return to the INFO menu. 121 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 122
, select this function from the SETUP MENU. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the easy entry exit seat ON or OFF. 3. Press the RESET control for the next SETUP MENU item or wait for more than 4 seconds to return to the INFO menu. 122 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 123
normal conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct controls or using the reset button on top of the compass sensor mounted behind the mirror. 123 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 124
the RESET control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center. The range of zone values are from 01 to 15 and "wraps" back to 01. 7. Wait 4 seconds when correct zone is chosen. 124 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 125
accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. From the SETUP MENU, press the SETUP control months] perform the following: 1. Press RESET control to display "HOLD RESET IF NEW OIL". 125 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 126
until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been completed. • They reappear if the condition clears then reoccurs within the same ignition ON-OFF cycle. This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. 126 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 127
your authorized dealer. CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. Displayed when the electrical system is not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the 127 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 128
HIGHBEAM LAMP. Displayed when the highbeam lamps are activated and at least one bulb is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. Refer to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter. 128 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 129
4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped). Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Control trac four-wheel drive (4x4) operation in the Driving chapter. 129 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 130
move to the correct position based on the position of the doors. Bounce-back: • If an object is manually set the running boards in the deployed position and flush the debris from the front and rear hinges using a high-pressure car wash wand. 130 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 131
the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. 131 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 132
management system The cargo management system consists of storage compartments located in the floor of the rear cargo area. 7 passenger stowage: 1. To open, lift up on the handle and the lid. 2. To close, lower and press the lid down. 132 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 133
cargo area. • To open the liftgate window, press the control on the remote entry transmitter or, with the liftgate unlocked, push the control button on the right side under the license plate lamp shield and cargo falling out. 133 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 134
under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increase risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 134 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 135
ignition position, the driver's door will automatically unlock if it is locked using the lock control on the driver's door panel while the driver's door is open. Autolock The autolock attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h). 135 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 136
the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (ON) position. The horn will chirp. 6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn will chirp window. 3. Enter 5-digit entry code 136 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 137
message center (if equipped) procedure. 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 and liftgate window are closed. 137 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 138
system has been enabled. Message center procedure For information on activating/deactivating the autounlock feature using the vehicle's message center (if equipped), refer to Message center information in the Driver Controls chapter. 138 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 139
to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (ON) position. The horn will chirp one time to chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 139 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 140
entry transmitter is approximately 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. 140 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 141
entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting. control on the overhead lamp is in the door position, the perimeter alarm system (if equipped) will deactivate. 141 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 142
switched to one step unlocking. Repeat the procedure to switch back to two-step unlocking. Locking the doors/liftgate 1. flash. It is recommended that this method be used to locate your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm. Sounding 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 143
, press any control on the remote transmitter which you would like to deactivate and then press the SET control on the lower-center portion of the instrument panel. 3. Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired. 143 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 144
should operate normally after battery replacement. Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entry 144 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 145
are not present during programming will no longer operate the vehicle. Note: Ensure the brake pedal is not 3 depressed during this sequence. To reprogram the remote entry 2 transmitters that the programming mode has been exited. 145 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 146
entry code; this code is located on the owner's wallet card in the glove box, is marked on the computer module, and is available from your pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. 146 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 147
then unlock to confirm that your personal key code has been programmed to the module. Tips: • Do not set a code that uses five of the same the UNLOCK control on the remote entry transmitter. • the ignition is turned to the 3 (ON) position. 147 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 148
anti-theft indicator is located on top of the instrument panel. • When the ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock™ system is functioning as a theft deterrent. 148 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 149
for 3 seconds to indicate normal system functionality. If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock™ system, the indicator will flash service. Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 2 (ACCESSORY) 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 150
• You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If two previously programmed coded keys new key/valet key) into the ignition. 150 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 151
. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off, and you may repeat Steps 1 through 5. If failure and then repeat this procedure from Step 1. 151 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 152
sure that cargo or seats in your vehicle have adjustable head restraints. Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. The head restraints can be moved up and down (on first row seats only). 152 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 153
trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 153 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 154
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. 154 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 155
is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press front to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press rear to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. 155 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 156
using the associated controls. Press the SET control. The SET control indicator light will briefly illuminate. While the light is illuminated, press control 1. • To program position 2, repeat the previous procedure using control 2. 156 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 157
: • Place heavy objects on the seat • Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly. The heated seat control is located in the lower center of the instrument panel. 157 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 158
that the head restraint is in the down position and no objects such as books, purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of the second row seats before folding them down. 1. Lower the head restraints by pulling on the strap. 158 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 159
position (seats not equipped with E-Z entry): 1. Pull up on the handle, and rotate the seatback until you hear a click, locking it in the upright position. 2. Lift up on the head restraint until it locks into its original position. 159 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 160
) The 2nd row seats can be placed in a kneel down load floor position to allow more cargo space. To place the seats in the cargo mode: 1. Fold down the 2nd row seat. See Folding down the 2nd row 60/40 seats and bucket seats above. 160 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 161
turning of the handle while the seatback releases, may damage the handle. Once the seatback is folded, a second lifting of the handle will detach the seat rear leg locking mechanism from the floor allowing the seat to tumble forward. 161 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 162
The seatback should lock into position. Note: If the seat back will not return to the upright position, tumble the seat again and re-latch it to the floor. Be sure that cargo or other objects are not trapped underneath the seatback. 162 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 163
as equipped) located at the bottom right of the seat back to release the seat from the floor, and rotate the seat up towards the front seat. 3. Follow the directions above to return the seatback from the load floor and to the upright position. 163 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 164
has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 3rd row power folding seat (if equipped) Note: Be sure that head restraints are folded down before powering the 3rd row seat down. 164 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 165
power 3rd row seat is disabled after 30 minutes, the seat can be enabled by opening any door, pressing the unlock control on the remote entry transmitter, pressing any keyless keypad button (if equipped), or turning the ignition key. 165 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 166
to the Restraints Control Module (RCM). During a crash, the RCM may activate the safety belt pretensioners and/or either one or both stages of the dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant conditions. 166 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 167
unnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front. 167 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 168
restraints section in this chapter. Determining if the Personal Safety System™ is operational The Personal Safety System™ uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer 168 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 169
protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. 169 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 170
automatic locking retractor feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked by an authorized dealer. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. 170 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 171
if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. 171 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 172
children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. 172 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 173
. In addition, all safety belts should be checked for proper function. Failure to replace the belt airbags, seat-mounted side airbags and Safety Canopy™, and safety belt pretensioners. Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter. 173 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 174
row outboard lap/shoulder belt is equipped with a belt comfort guide. This guide is attached to the quarter trim panel and is used to adjust the comfort of the shoulder belt for smaller occupants in the outboard second row seats. 174 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 175
is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. 175 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 176
feature. 176 Then...The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off. The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off. 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 177
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. 177 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 178
Seating and Safety Restraints The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts (All statistics based on U.S. data): work" "Traffic is light" "Belts wrinkle my clothes" "The people I'm with don't wear belts" 178 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 179
performance of the vehicle's air bag system. One time disable If at any time the driver/front passenger quickly buckles then unbuckles the safety belt for that seating position, the Belt-Minder by performing the following procedure: 179 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 180
, the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds, 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. 180 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 181
assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. For proper care of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 181 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 182
from the upright position. Do not put anything on or over the airbag module. Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury. 182 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 183
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. 183 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 184
restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control. 184 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 185
part of the front passenger's seat and safety belt. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger's frontal airbag should be enabled (may inflate) or disabled (will not inflate). 185 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 186
manufacturer's instructions. The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the front passenger's frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat. 186 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 187
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. 187 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 188
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. 188 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 189
seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat. Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console (if equipped). Check the "passenger airbag off" or "pass airbag off" indicator lamp for proper airbag Status. Failure to follow these instructions - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 190
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. 190 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 191
nylon bag (airbag) with an inflator 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. • Crash sensors located - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 192
Safety Canopy™. Failure to 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. 192 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 193
unit as used for the front airbags. • Two side crash sensors mounted at the front doors (one on each side of the vehicle). • Two side crash sensors located at the c-pillar behind the rear doors (one on each side of the vehicle). 193 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 194
the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration or rollover likelihood. Several Safety Canopy™ system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 194 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 195
. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision or rollover event. Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners) See your authorized dealer. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. 195 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 196
to improve the comfort of the safety belt if it rests against the neck. Most children still need a booster seat to encourage upright posture and improve lap belt fit. Refer to Second row comfort guide earlier in this chapter. 196 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 197
seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? 197 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 198
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). 198 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 199
removed from a seating position to accommodate a high back child restraint, the head restraint must be re-installed prior to use of the seat by any other occupant in order to reduce the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. 199 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 200
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. 200 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 201
restraint, and to provide upper torso restraint for children up to 80 lb. (36 kg) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster. 201 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 202
-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 202 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 203
route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 203 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 204
child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt through 9. Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. 204 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 205
the back edge of the floor. • 6 passenger vehicle • 7 passenger vehicle Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. 205 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 206
safety seat in the 2nd row center seating position of the 5 passenger vehicle, the tether straps may be attached to either of the tether anchors located at the rear of the cargo area. • Behind 2nd row seat • At the rear of the cargo area 206 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 207
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 child safety seats with tether straps in this chapter. 207 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 208
vehicle • 7 passenger vehicle Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break, causing serious injury or death. 208 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 209
to help attach a child seat with rigid attachments. The guides hold the seat trim away to expose the anchor and make it easier to attach some child seats. Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown. 209 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 210
move 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. 210 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 211
equipped with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels to power itself. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 211 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 212
the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than • Higher - to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it to travel over rough inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. 212 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 213
Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. 213 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 214
a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 215
service, psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires]. cold inflation pressure found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label located support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated. 215 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 216
the maximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located 216 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 217
. 6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak. 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 217 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 218
tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is Built-in treadwear indicators, or "wear bars", which look like narrow strips of smooth 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 219
regardless of tread wear. However, heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently. to provide a safe ride and handling capability. 219 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 220
is located on control tire bead and wheel bead seat area again. 3. Stand bar) greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford Dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 221
designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If your 221 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 222
Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. 222 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 223
your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements. Rim Association (T&RA), that may be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. Note: If your tire size does not 223 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 224
driven for extended periods of time under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. The tires on your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure. These speed ratings code and the last four 224 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 225
driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 225 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 226
and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/Load Inflation Limits: cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 226 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 227
is intended for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 227 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 228
should be checked monthly when cold and check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. 228 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 229
. It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer. The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using an accurate tire gauge, refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. 229 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 230
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: 230 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 231
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. 231 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 232
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. If 232 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 233
location where air cables as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use of these 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. 233 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 234
). 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. 234 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 235
optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) - including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 235 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 236
Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 236 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 237
with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 237 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 238
store to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity to 238 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 239
company or an inspection station for trucks. 3. Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart. This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. It must be below the maximum trailer weight shown in the chart. 239 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 240
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. 240 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 241
instructions on how to calculate your vehicle load, refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter. Maximum trailer weights shown. The combined weight the engine from overheating. This may result in a temporary increase of interior temperatures. 241 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 242
the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue, not to exceed the maximum tongue loads as stated: • Class II receiver: 350 lb. (159 kg) • Class III/IV receiver: 500 lb. (227 kg) (weight carrying); 740 lb. (336 kg) (weight distributing) 242 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 243
lighting to the vehicle's taillamp circuits, because it may damage the electrical system resulting in fire. Contact your authorized dealer for assistance in proper trailer tow wiring installation. Additional electrical equipment may be required. 243 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 244
. • 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. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10-15% of the loaded trailer weight. 244 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 245
conditions check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 246
driveshaft and internal transmission components. AWD vehicles: Vehicles equipped with AWD cannot be towed with any wheels on the ground as vehicle damage may occur. It is recommended to tow your vehicle using a car-hauling trailer. 246 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 247
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. 247 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 248
safety belts. For more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 248 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 249
(Park). • Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (START). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. 249 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 250
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. 250 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 251
follow engine block heater instructions could result condition before use. • Make sure that when in operation, the extension cord plug /engine block heater cord plug connection is free and clear of water in order to prevent possible shock or fire. 251 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 252
shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer. Refer to Brake system warning ! P light in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake BRAKE system warning light. 252 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 253
disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled, ! P normal braking is still effective. If your BRAKE warning lamp BRAKE illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately. 253 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 254
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. 254 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 255
to help control the wheels from over-spinning. When the brakes have cooled down, the system will again function normally. Anti-lock braking, RSC and ESC are not affected by this condition and will function normally during the cool-down period. 255 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 256
maintain roll stability of the vehicle during aggressive maneuvers by applying brake force to one or more wheels. During Roll Stability Control™ (RSC) events the "sliding car" icon the instrument cluster will flash momentarily. 256 in 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 257
again become active. In general, the system will be active at all times the vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h). In R (Reverse), ABS and the Traction Control feature will continue to function, however ESC and RSC are disabled. 257 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 258
pushed, the warning indicator light in the instrument cluster will stay on. If the warning indicator light in the instrument cluster remains on while the engine is running, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. 258 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 259
unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Utility vehicles and trucks have larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car. 259 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 260
cup holder to locate the access cap of the floor shifter assembly. 3. Using a screwdriver (or equivalent), remove the access panel and depress the shifter lever on the shift mechanism. 4. Apply the brake and shift into N (Neutral). 260 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 261
Driving 5. Return the cover plug to the console access hole. Start the vehicle. If it is the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. 261 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 262
Control Strategy. This Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality. When the vehicle's battery has been disconnected for any type of service and shift scheduling will resume. 262 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 263
in gear: • Start the engine • Depress the brake pedal • Press the gearshift brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through five. 263 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 264
additional engine braking on downgrades. 1 (First) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever. • Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First) when vehicle reaches slower speeds. 264 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 265
equipped with a Transmission Control Module (TCM) located within the transmission assembly. When the battery is disconnected for any type of service or repair, the Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy parameters will be unaffected. 265 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 266
the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through six except in 4WD Low where transmission operates in gears two through six. 266 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 267
) Transmission operates in 2nd gear only. Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades. 1 (First) • Transmission operates in 1st gear only. • Provides maximum engine braking. 267 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 268
lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is engine may overheat. REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 269
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. 269 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 270
is appropriate for severe winter or off-road conditions such as deep snow, ice or shallow sand. The use of AWD LOCKED on dry or hard surfaces may produce some noise, such as occasional clunks, but will not damage the drive system. 270 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 271
light will illuminate in the instrument cluster and AWD DISABLED will be displayed in the message center. • AWD LOCKED will be displayed in the message center for four seconds and a warning chime will sound. This condition . 271 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 272
and tires may occur or the engine may overheat. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. 272 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 273
, avoid these abrupt inputs. AWD Systems (if equipped) AWD uses all four wheels to power the vehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 273 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 274
), the system indicator light may illuminate depending on how much air is released from your tires and/or how long you drive the vehicle under these conditions. Avoid excessive speed an imbalance that could damage drive components. 274 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 275
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. 275 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 276
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. 276 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 277
and cause internal transmission damage. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 277 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 278
shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled, but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any roadside services. 278 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 279
Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card is found in the Customer Information Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford or Mercury beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your authorized dealer 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 280
switch is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been activated. 280 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 281
located in the passenger's foot well, by the kick panel. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check . 5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system. 281 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 282
. Check the Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Cartridge maxi fuses Blue - Pink Green Red Yellow - - Mini fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Maxi fuses Yellow - Green Orange Red Blue Tan Natural 282 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 283
as follows: Fuse/Relay Location 1 Fuse Amp Rating 20A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Moonroof, Adjustable pedals, Memory seats, Memory lumbar motor Microcontroller power (SJB) Radio OBD II connector 2 3 4 5A 20A 10A 283 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 284
AWD module, Heated seat switches, Compass, Electrochromatic mirror, AUX climate control Not used Manual climate, DEATC, Brake shift Not used 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 20A 15A 15A 2A 5A 5A 5A 13 14 15 16 17 18 15A 20A 10A 10A 10A 10A 19 20 21 - 10A - 284 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 285
27 28 CB1 10A 15A 15A 15A 10A 25A The following relays are located on either side of the passenger compartment fuse panel. See your authorized dealer for service of these relays. Fuse/Relay Location Relay 1 Description Delayed ACC 285 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 286
replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 286 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 287
(SJB) BATT 1 (SJB) Fuel pump, Injectors Third row seat (left) ABS pump Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Heated windshield (left) Heated windshield (right) Power seat (right) Starter Third row seat (right) Trailer tow battery charger 287 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 288
Front blower motor Trailer electronic brakes Auxiliary blower motor Running boards Front wiper motor Rear power point Subwoofer Not used Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Keep Alive Power, Canister vent Front power point/Cigar lighter AWD module 6R Transmission module (4.6L engine only) Heated seats - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 289
Start (OTIS) (diode) Trailer battery charger relay Front wiper relay PCM relay Starter relay Blower relay 41 42 15A* 15A* 43 44 45B 45A 46B 46A 49 50B 50A 51 52 53 15A* 15A Fuses 54 55B 55A 56B 56A * Mini Fuses ** Cartridge 289 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 290
light will illuminate when the spare is in use. To restore the full functionality of the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle. Have a flat serviced Driver Controls 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 291
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 of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel 291 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 292
lever in P (Park) and turn engine OFF. 3. Turn off the power running boards (if equipped). Refer to Running boards in the Driver Controls chapter. Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 292 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 293
in front of the rear bumper. The spare tire winch drive nut is located at the rear center of the cargo area under a lid. Jack, lug nut wrench, jack handle, Behind the rear seat under the wheel chock carpeted floor lid in the cargo floor. The tools are located in a bag attached to the jack. Removing - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 294
. 1. Open the cover from the carpeting on cargo floor to expose the winch drive nut. 2. Insert the lug wrench on the winch drive nut. The wrench will stop moving and forward resistance to turning will be felt when properly engaged. 294 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 295
(Park). To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other end of the vehicle) to the . A moving running board may cause injury. 295 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 296
provided with your vehicle. 2. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove the beauty cap by twisting the tip under the cap. On 5-passenger vehicles, the carpeted floor lid can be used as a kneeling pad. square hole on the other side. 296 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 297
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 wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 297 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 298
tire stowage instructions may wheel center. check procedure when servicing the spare tire pressure (every six months, per scheduled maintenance information), or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of other components. 298 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 299
wheel once the tire is repaired or replaced. 3. Stow the jack and tools in their respective locations, making sure they are fully secured so they do not rattle when you drive. WHEEL LUG is in motion, resulting in loss of control. 299 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 300
-volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle's electrical the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 300 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 301
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. 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 302
(forward of the battery) on the radiator support. Keep the negative (-) cable away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. 302 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 303
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 booster vehicle's battery. 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - + + 303 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 304
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. 304 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 305
service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If the vehicle's battery ground. 305 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 306
incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. 306 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 307
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 307 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 308
Center to find an authorized dealer to help you. In the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wish to contact the Better Business Bureau (BBB) AUTO LINE program (U.S. only). 308 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 309
) In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 309 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 310
: BBB AUTO LINE 4200 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 800 Arlington, Virginia 22203-1833 Note: Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures, or to discontinue this process at any time without notice and without obligation. 310 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 311
Ford ESP, you receive Peace-of-Mind protection throughout the United States and Canada, provided by a network of more than 4,600 participating authorized dealers. 311 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 312
vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U.S. or Canada, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations. Customers in the U.S. should call 1-800-392-3673. 312 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 313
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 problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. 313 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 314
NHTSA 400 Seventh Street, SW Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY) If you their toll-free number: 1-800-333-0510. 314 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 315
to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; allow the cleaner to dry for a few minutes, then wipe off the haze with a clean, dry rag. • Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. 315 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 316
Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 316 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 317
pressure rinse clean. • 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. 4.0L SOHC V6 ENGINE 317 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 318
side windows may be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your authorized dealer. 318 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 319
they may cause scratches. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. If you cannot remove those streaks after cleaning with the glass cleaner or if the wipers chatter avoid contamination of the airbag system. 319 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 320
strong detergents when cleaning the seat-mounted side airbag (vehicles equipped with seat-mounted side airbags only). Such products could contaminate the side airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in a collision. 320 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 321
based leather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing of the clear, protective coating. Note: In some instances, color of equivalent quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42 Kit (ZC-11-D) Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A) 321 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 322
Motorcraft Motorcraft Motorcraft Dusting Cloth Mitt (ZC-47) Dusting Cloth (ZC-24) Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20) One Step Wash and Wax Concentrate Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 322 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 323
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. 323 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 324
, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. 324 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 325
oil filler cap 2. Engine oil dipstick (out of view) 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Battery 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Radiator cap 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Air filter assembly 10. Washer fluid reservoir 325 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 326
Air filter assembly 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Power distribution box 6. Battery 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Radiator cap 9. Engine coolant reservoir 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 326 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 327
reservoir. Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm 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. 327 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 328
from the vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the is loose, slide it away form the wiper arm. 328 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 329
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. • 4.0L V6 engine 329 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 330
Maintenance and Specifications • 4.6L V8 engine 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil hole, add enough oil to raise the level within the lower and upper holes. • 4.0L V6 engine 330 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 331
fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until three clicks can be heard. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 331 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 332
meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another with equivalent performance for your engine application. 332 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 333
meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another with equivalent performance for your engine application. 333 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 334
excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. 334 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 335
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 Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 336
36°C). • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. 336 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 337
the reservoir. Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location. 337 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 338
(coolant). Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing. • Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant. 338 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 339
concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system. 339 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 340
above 40%. • NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. 340 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 341
mode. If continued operation increases the engine coolant temperature to a critical range, the engine will shut down. Steering and braking effort will increase. Once engine coolant temperature cools, the engine can be restarted. 341 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 342
appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used. 342 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 343
. If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in can cause serious illness and permanent injury. 343 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 344
engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions follow all the instructions on the pump island; Turn off your engine when you are 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 345
fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. 345 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 346
Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with these problems to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized dealer. 346 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002- - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 347
grade, more than 1 gallon (3.8L) may be required. indicator may come on. For more • The Service engine soon indicator, refer to information on the Service engine soon Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 347 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 348
during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate measurement after be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 349
of the vehicle's fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. 349 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002- - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 350
reduce fuel economy (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [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. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 351
that the emission control system is not working properly. An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust to enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust system inspected and repaired immediately. 351 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 352
present, the Service engine soon indicator should stay off the next time the engine is started. A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving. No additional vehicle service is required. 352 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 353
warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started, do 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. 353 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 354
of the system could be compromised; seek service from your authorized dealer immediately. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid The automatic transmission does not have an underhood transmission fluid dipstick. 354 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 355
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. 355 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 356
air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. 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. 356 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 357
air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. 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. 357 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 358
PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 4.6L 3V V8 engine FA parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 358 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 359
fluid Between MIN and MAX on reservoir Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Body hinges, latches, door striker plates and rotors, seat tracks, fuel filler door hinge and spring, hood - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 360
climate control Engine coolant 4.6L engine without auxiliary climate control Engine coolant 4.6L engine with auxiliary climate control Cooling system stop leak pellets Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 361
2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford Part Name or Ford Part Number / equivalent Ford Specification Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 XO -5W20-QSP (US) Premium Synthetic CXO-5W20-LSP12 Blend Motor Oil (US) (Canada) / Engine oil (4.6L) 6.0 quarts (5.7L) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 WSS-M2C930 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 362
Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Ford Part Number / Ford Specification Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only have the - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 363
routing 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 245 87 octane 1-4-2-5-3-6 EDIS 0.052-0.056 inch (1.32-1.42 mm) 9.7:1 4.6L 3V V8 engine 281 87 octane 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Coil on Plug 0.040-0.050 inch (1.02-1.27 mm)1 9.8:1 • 4.0L V6 Engine • 4.6L V8 Engine 363 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 364
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 364 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 365
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 speed automatic (5R55S) Six-speed automatic (6R60) Code V X 365 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 366
filler door Bug shields Deflectors Running boards Splash guards Step Bars Interior style Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats Lifestyle Ash cup / smoker's package Cargo organization and management Neutral tow kit 366 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 367
not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in the area of the driver's side hood. • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 367 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 368
a disabled battery ...300 maintenance-free ...334 replacement, specifications ...358 servicing ...334 Belt-Minder ...176 Booster seats ...197 Brakes ...252 anti-lock ...253 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...253 fluid, checking and adding ...354 fluid, refill capacities ...359 fluid - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 369
center ...115 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...300 Emergency Flashers ...280 Emission control system ...351 Engine ...363 cleaning ...317 coolant ...336 fail-safe cooling ...341 idle speed control ...334 lubrication specifications ...359 369 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 370
85 aiming ...87 bulb specifications ...90 daytime running lights ...86 flash to pass ...86 high beam ...86 turning on and off ...85 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...77, 79 Homelink wireless control system ...111 Hood ...324 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 371
automatic dimming rearview mirror ...102 fold away ...104 heated ...104 side view mirrors (power) ...103 Moon roof ...110 Motorcraft parts ...321, 342, 358 N Navigation system ...76 O Octane rating ...346 Oil (see Engine oil) ...329 371 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 372
child safety seats ...201 front seats ...153 heated ...157 memory seat ...143, 156 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ...148 Setting the clock AM/FM single CD ...26 AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ...34 Snowplowing ...8 Spark plugs, specifications ...358, 363 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 373
Windows ...142 power ...101 rear wiper/washer ...97 Windshield defrosting ...83 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...96 checking and adding fluid ...327 liftgate reservoir ...327 replacing wiper blades ...328 Wrecker towing ...305 373 2008 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 374
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Introduction
4
Instrument Cluster
12
Warning lights and chimes
12
Gauges
17
Entertainment Systems
20
How to get going
20
AM/FM stereo with CD
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AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD
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Auxiliary input jack (Line in)
40
USB port
42
Satellite radio information
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Family entertainment system
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Navigation system
76
Climate Controls
77
Manual heating and air conditioning
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Automatic temperature control
79
Auxiliary passenger climate control
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Rear window defroster
83
Lights
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
96
Steering wheel adjustment
97
Power windows
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Mirrors
102
Speed control
105
Moon roof
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Message center
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Locks and Security
135
Keys
135
Locks
135
Anti-theft system
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Table of Contents
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2008 Mountaineer
(mnt)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)