2009 Mercury Grand Marquis Owner's Manual
2009 Mercury Grand Marquis Manual
2009 Mercury Grand Marquis manual content summary:
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control Bulb replacement 41 41 45 46 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center 52 52 53 55 56 58 62 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 72 72 72 80 1 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 2
-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 184 184 185 186 187 194 201 202 207 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 209 215 215 Cleaning 216 2 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - 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 223 225 227 230 232 238 254 255 257 260 Accessories Index 263 265 All rights reserved. - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 4
cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 5
this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol. CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. 5 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 6
chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag. 6 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 7
engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service brake pedal; • how fast the vehicle was traveling; and • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. 7 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 8
vehicle or crash to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not want to disclose this information, do not activate the feature. See telematics devices and portable two-way radios. 8 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - 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 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 10
System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 10 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - 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 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 12
when a problem exists with one of your vehicle's functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information. 12 2009 Grand Marquis (grn - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 13
): 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. 13 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 14
light. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder chime feature. 14 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 15
has occurred: • Red: Low Oil Pressure, Charge System, Engine Coolant Over Temperature, Door Ajar • Amber: Low Fuel Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter. Refer to Message center in the Instrument cluster chapter. 15 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 16
the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Air suspension (if equipped): Illuminates when the air suspension is - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 17
Indicates the current vehicle speed. Refer to the Message center in the Driver Controls chapter to change your display to a digital speedometer. The digital display is more accurate than the analog gauge and may not match. 17 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 18
) of individual journeys. • Without Message center Press and release the button on the cluster to toggle between odometer and trip odometer display. To reset, press the button again until the trip reading is 000000.0 miles. 18 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 19
in motion or on a grade. The arrow near the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 19 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 20
phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so. / to find the 1. Seek: Press next strong station down/up the frequency band. / to manually 2. Tune: Press change radio frequency down/up. 20 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 21
to raise/lower the levels, or to move the audio sound from the right to left or the front to back (if equipped). 7. CLK (Clock): To set the hour, press and hold CLK until you press TUNE to decrease the minutes. increase 21 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 22
the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so. 1. CD slot: Insert a CD, label side and hold to advance/reverse in the current CD track. 22 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 23
work manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Press MENU until AUTOSET appears in the display. Press SEL to toggle ON/OFF. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong 23 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 24
volume: Radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1-3. Level 0 turns the feature off and level 7 AM: Press to select the AM frequency. 24 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 25
compatible AM/FM stereo Single CD/Cassette system (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so. 25 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 26
, the system will automatically reload the CD and begin play. Note: The eject function will work when the ignition is turned off. 3. BASS: Press BASS; then BASS SEL-TEXT to press BAL + FADE SEL-TEXT BAL + FADE SEL-TEXT 26 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 27
reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 7. MENU: Press or Press REAR SEATS occupancy mode. 27 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 28
options by pressing any other audio control. 8. Cassette: Insert a cassette facing to the right. 9. TUNE: Press to manually dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 28 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 29
TAPE mode. In radio and tape mode, the CD icon will appear in the display if a CD is loaded into the system. REW FF 3 4 29 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 30
Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 20. On/Off/ CD sound system (if equipped) 30 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 31
other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to TUNE/CAT: Press to manually go up or down the dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Check with your authorized dealer 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 32
Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 9. MENU: and program type as desired. 32 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 33
radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/ changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1-3. Level 0 turns the feature 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 34
reception is available through your authorized dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 16. SHUF played. Press again to stop. 34 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 35
tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • . • Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity or cold to reach a moderate temperature before 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 36
Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time warranty and service: Refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. 36 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in 37 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 38
into the park gear position to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. To aid in side window air to heat or cool the vehicle to the selected temperature. The fan speed will remain automatic unless the thumbwheel is turned all the way to LO. 38 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 39
vehicle: do not drive with the air flow selector in OFF or MAX A/C. • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in air inlet vents. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. 39 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 40
vehicle's transmission into the park gear position to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 40 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 41
wipers are turned on. To change the duration of the autolamp switch in the off position. 3. Place the ignition switch in the on position and then back to off. 4. Place the headlamp switch in the autolamp position. • At this point, the exterior lamps turn on. 41 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 42
Lights 5. At the desired autolamp time delay, place the headlamp switch in the off position. • At this point, the exterior lamps turn off and the time delay is set. Fog lamp control (if equipped) With the ignition on, the fog 42 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 43
dealer. Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. Check your headlamp alignment at night or in a dark area so that you can see the headlamp beam pattern. 43 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 44
(to adjust up). The horizontal edge of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line. 6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE. 7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. 44 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 45
to each lamp. If equipped with remote keyless entry, the courtesy lamp will illuminate whenever any door is opened and will remain on for 25 seconds after the door is shut or when the ignition is turned to the on position. 45 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 46
: • Water puddle inside the lamp • Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens Take your vehicle to dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present. 46 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 47
bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer. Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. 47 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 48
installed. Removing the bulb for an extended period of time may affect headlamp bulb performance. Contaminants may enter the headlamp where they can settle on the lens and reflector. Never turn the headlamps on with the bulb removed. 48 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 49
the lamps on with the bulb removed. Replacing tail lamp/brake/turn lamp bulbs The tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb. 49 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 50
switch is in the off position, then remove two screws, grommets and the license plate lamp assembly from the trunk lid. 2. Carefully pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 3. Install the lamp assembly on the trunk lid with two grommets, 50 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 51
the lamp assembly up for access to the bulbs. 3. Carefully pull the bulb socket out of the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. To install, reverse the removal procedure. 51 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 52
wiper/washer features When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off. 52 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 53
headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield. CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • Utility compartment 53 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 54
not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from its heating position when it is ready to be used. 54 2009 Grand Marquis (grn - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 55
lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls (except for the driver's) press the right side of the control. Press the left side to restore the window controls. 55 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 56
not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. 56 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 57
(IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. 57 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 58
the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on located on the steering wheel for your convenience. light (if 5. The indicator equipped) on the instrument cluster will turn on. Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. 58 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 59
control will disengage. Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control: • Press the brake pedal Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed. Resuming a set press and release the SET + control. 59 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 60
• Press the brake pedal until the desired brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle's previously set speed. • Press the speed control OFF control. Note: When you turn the speed control or the ignition off, your speed control set speed memory is erased. 60 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 61
Driver Controls STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) Audio control features In Radio mode: • Press NEXT to select Press VOL + or - to adjust the volume. Climate control features • Press TEMP + or - to adjust temperature. 61 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 62
, and fuel economy by an absence of the indicator. The indicator always illuminates with the highest severity rating of the warnings displayed. Selectable features Select Press this control to select functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. 62 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 63
fuel economy, 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. 63 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 64
ranging poor economy to from excellent economy. Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel one economy. When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset. 64 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 65
Drive Time perform the following: 1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer. 2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer. 3. Press and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset the systems being monitored. 65 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 66
OIL LIFE - PRESS RESET IF NEW OIL 2. WASHER FLUID 3. AIR SUSPENSION ( change text size. Units (English/Metric) 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press the SELECT control to change from English to Metric. 66 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 67
control to change oil value. System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or reset are divided into three categories: • They cannot be reset until the condition is corrected. • They will reappear on the display 10 minutes from the reset. 67 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 68
cap while the engine is running or hot. CHECK FUEL CAP - Displayed when the fuel filler cap is not properly installed. Check the fuel filler cap for proper installation. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 68 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 69
life left reaches 0%, the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message will be displayed. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 69 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 70
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. 70 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 71
Driver Controls INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL The remote trunk release control is located on the driver's door trim panel and can be operated at any time. You can render the switch inoperable by locking the button with your master key. 71 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 72
km/h). Auto-relock The autolock feature repeats when: • a door is opened and closed while the engine is running, • you shift into any gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and • the vehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h). 72 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 73
auto-unlock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if auto-unlock was activated. If any door, the hood, or the deck lid is open, the horn will chirp twice, and the procedure will need to be performed again. 73 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 74
feature can be enabled by repeating the procedure in Steps 1-8. CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors . 74 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 75
trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk. 75 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 76
gear other than P (Park) or N (Neutral). If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem. 76 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 77
not complete. The park/taillamps will not flash if any door is ajar. Car finder twice within three seconds. The horn will chirp and the feature will not work with a vehicle speed greater than 3 mph (5 km/h) if the ignition is in the accessory or on position. 77 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 78
. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to vehicle's transmitters to your authorized dealer for programming, or 78 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 79
. The dome lamp control must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. 79 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 80
. Your vehicle has a factory-set 5-digit code that operates the keyless entry system. You can also program your own 5-digit personal entry code. The factory-set code is located: • On the owner's wallet card in the glove compartment, or • at your dealer. When using the keyless entry keypad, press the - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 81
personal entry codes programmed to a vehicle: 1. Enter the factory-set code. 2. Press and release 1 • 2 within five seconds of step 1. 3. Press and hold 1 • 2 for two seconds. All of the vehicle doors will lock and then unlock to confirm erasure. 81 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 82
other. Locking doors with the keyless entry system It is not necessary to enter the factory-set code prior to locking all doors. To lock the doors, press 7 • 8 and press 9 • 0 at the same time. Note: The doors will not lock if the driver door is ajar. Anti-scan feature If the wrong code has been - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 83
/3774 Uruguay 025/FR/2003 USA NT8-15607PAT3XCVR Zambia CAZ/ENG/CA/2005/02/8 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 83 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 84
soon as possible for service. Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the off position. The theft indicator on the instrument panel will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed. 84 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 85
authorized dealer. The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed. Replacing coded keys can be very costly. to 1 (off) and remove the first coded key from 1 the ignition. 85 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 86
will not start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off. You may repeat Steps 1 through 6. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new spare key(s) programmed. 86 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 87
head restraints WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, head restraint. Push control to lower head restraint. 87 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 88
. Using the manual recline function (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. 88 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 89
: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 89 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 90
additional details. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward. Press to move the seat forward or backward. 90 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 91
down. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the other side of the control to adjust softness. 91 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 92
resets at every ignition run cycle. While the ignition is in the on position, activating the high or low heated seat switch enables heating mode. When activated, they will turn off automatically when the ignition is turned to the off position. 92 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 93
The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have Front crash severity sensor • Front passenger sensing system • "Passenger airbag off" or "pass airbag off" indicator lamp • Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors 93 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 94
crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights. How does the Personal Safety System work airbag output level. 94 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 95
forward during pre-crash braking. The most front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage. 95 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 96
the problem and warning light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 96 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 97
restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback in a seat and using a safety belt properly. WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing . 97 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 98
of injury in the event of a head-on collision. • The energy management feature is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant's chest. 98 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 99
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. 99 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 100
• Any time a child safety seat, except a booster, is installed in a passenger front outboard or any rear seating position. Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained combination lap and shoulder belt. 100 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 101
. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. 101 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 102
102 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. 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 103
. The Belt-Minder feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled. 103 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 104
up. Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. "I'm not going far" "Belts are uncomfortable" "I was in a hurry" "Safety belts don't work" 104 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 105
..."Traffic is light" Consider...Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. Possibly, but a serious crash can do much the performance of the vehicle's air bag system. 105 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 106
-Minder system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle. To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt-Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 106 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 107
the restraint system warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds, followed by three seconds with the light off, then followed by the restraint system warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds again. 107 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 108
) Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Airbags DO occupant's chest and the driver airbag module. 108 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 109
equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. 109 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 110
child seat interferes with driving the vehicle and the front of an active airbag. All occupants of the vehicle should always properly wear their safety belts. Ensure the child is properly restrained in an appropriate child seat or with the use of a booster. 110 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 111
Seating and Safety Restraints How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work? The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control. 111 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 112
wiring, the airbag system readiness light, the airbag back up power and the airbag ignitors. WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot (will not inflate) the front passenger's frontal airbag under certain conditions. 112 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 113
is detected. • When the front passenger sensing system disables (will not inflate) the front passenger frontal airbag, the indicator lamp will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled. 113 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 114
following the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the front passenger's frontal airbag anytime the against the seat back, and centered on the 114 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 115
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 lap • Cargo interference with the seat 115 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 116
airbag readiness lamp remains illuminated, this may or may/not be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system. DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system; take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer. 116 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 117
side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. 117 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 118
as used for the front airbags. • Two crash sensors located near the side of the vehicle. Side airbags, in combination with safety belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision. 118 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 119
WARNING: Several air bag system be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer. If the airbag light (same light as for front airbag system) will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. 119 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 120
problem and/or light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced instructions weight may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child. 120 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 121
Safety Restraints Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Recommended Child size, height, weight, or age restraint type Infants Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or regarding the safety of children in your vehicle. 121 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 122
belt belt and belt Child anchors anchors and LATCH only Weight and only) top (lower top tether anchors tether anchor and in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front front seat. 122 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 123
, height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the instructions and warnings adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. 123 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 124
seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child. When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) section in this chapter. 124 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 125
safety belt buckle assemblies and/or LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained. 125 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 126
in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 126 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 127
together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. 127 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 128
will exist once the additional weight of the child is added to front row lap seating position should be avoided if at all possible. WARNING: Never place a rear-facing child seat in the front center seating position of a vehicle with rear seating positions. 128 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 129
child restraint. If the child seat interferes with driving the vehicle and the child restraint is forward-facing the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 130
manufacturer's instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. Follow the instructions on attaching crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break, causing serious injury or death. 130 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 131
LATCH lower anchors for the center seating position unless the child seat manufacturer's instructions permit and specify using anchors spaced at least as far apart as those in being injured in a crash greatly increases. 131 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 132
top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 133
5. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a for their weight, height and age AND if properly secured to the vehicle. 133 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 134
wearing an improperly fitted vehicle safety belt could increase the risk of serious injury in a crash. To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown seated like this for the whole trip? 134 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 135
using a high back booster seat. • High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child's head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 135 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 136
thicker than this under the booster seat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer's instructions. The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. 136 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 137
, refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 137 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 138
car tires. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, light variations in driving habits, service practices, and test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. 138 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 139
air in a tire. • Standard load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire's load carrying capability. 139 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 140
per square inch, a standard unit of air pressure. • Cold inflation pressure: The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an hour or more and prior to the vehicle being driven for 1 mile 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 141
heat 's door. mile [1.6 km]), never "bleed" or reduce air pressure. The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures. A hot tire at or below recommended cold inflation pressure could be significantly under-inflated. 141 2009 Grand Marquis - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 142
, tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail. 142 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 143
Tires, Wheels and Loading Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 143 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 144
of non-recommended tires and wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 144 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 145
the TPMS may be damaged. Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road 145 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 146
your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. 146 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 147
Wheel Drive (4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 148
If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire's load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in your Owner's Guide. If not, contact a local tire dealer. Note - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 149
example, 2501 means the 25th week of 2001. The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability. This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect 's door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 149 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 150
of the 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. 150 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 151
Tires, Wheels and Loading , designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/Load Inflation Limits: Indicates the tire's load-carrying capabilities rear axle. 151 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 152
Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the nominal width of door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 152 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 153
properly. Always 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. 153 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 154
be inflated to the manufacturer's recommended tire pressure. Even if the light turns ON and a short time later turns OFF, your tire pressure still needs to be checked. Visit www.checkmytires.org for additional information. 154 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 155
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: 155 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 156
light will turn OFF. Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use. (This includes the optional full-sized matching wheel and tire). Repair the damaged road wheel the light remains ON, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 156 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 157
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 157 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 158
with tire cables on your vehicle. VEHICLE LOADING - WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating 158 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 159
Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight - is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 160
Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load 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. 160 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 161
weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 161 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 162
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. 162 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 163
- 150 = 150 lb. Yes, you have enough load capacity in your vehicle to transport four friends and your golf bags. In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg - (5 x 99 kg) - (5 x 13.5 kg) = 635 - 495 - 67.5 = 72.5 kg. 163 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 164
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. The GCW of your vehicle and trailer should not exceed 6,600 lb. (2,993 kg). 164 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 165
vehicles. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. Contact your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. 165 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 166
the rear axle lube used, do not tow a trailer for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of a new vehicle, and that the first 500 miles (800 km) of towing be done at no faster than 70 mph (113 km/h) with no full throttle starts. 166 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 167
all four (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted. In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 167 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 168
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. 168 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 169
their proper usage, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 4. Make sure the parking brake is set. HOOD 169 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 170
summer grade ethanol is used in cold weather conditions, 0°F to 32°F (-18°C to 0°C), you may experience increased cranking times, rough idle or hesitation until the engine has warmed up. 170 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 171
drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. 171 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 172
flexible fuel vehicles, if operating with E85 ethanol, an engine block heater must be used if ambient temperature is below 0°F (-18°C). See Cold weather starting in the Driving chapter for more information on starting with ethanol. WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 173
stowed before driving the vehicle. While not in use, make sure the protective cover seals the prongs of the engine block heater cord plug. BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 174
dealer. The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during brake applications and compensates for this tendency. The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied. The accompanying illustration depicts the advantage of an ABS equipped 174 2009 Grand Marquis - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 175
system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the BRAKE brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released. If your brake warning lamp illuminates, have your vehicle serviced immediately. 175 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 176
an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle's stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected. Pull the lever to release the parking brake. 176 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 177
no longer stuck. If a system fault is detected, the traction control active light will illuminate, the Traction Control™ button will not turn the system on or off and your vehicle should be serviced by an authorized dealer. 177 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 178
performance during: • Certain road conditions • Steering maneuvers • Braking • Accelerations This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level by automatically adding air or releasing air from the springs. 178 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 179
operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. If the fuse is not blown, perform the following procedure: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn the ignition to 2 (Accessory). 179 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 180
transmission P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine • Press the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear 180 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 181
braking. • Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O/D to other gears. Examples: heavy city traffic where continuous shifting in and out of overdrive occurs, hilly terrain, heavy loads, trailer towing and when engine braking is required. 181 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 182
the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. 182 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 183
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. 183 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 184
operational, the trailer does not qualify for any roadside services. Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide for information on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts • towing of your disabled vehicle 184 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 185
Warranty's miles. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford, Mercury lights control is located on top of the steering column. • Press hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously. • Press control again to turn the flashers off. 185 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 186
is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by pressing the reset button. 4. Turn the ignition to the on position. Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position. 5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system. 186 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 187
components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown wire damage and could start a fire. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating 2A 3A 4A 5A 7.5A 10A 15A 20A 25A 30A Black Black 187 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 188
of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the switch, Keypad switch, Decklid switch, Adjustable pedal switch, DDM, Cluster Ignition (START) - Audio mute LCM (switch illumination), Autolamp sensor Ignition (ON/ACC) - LCM LCM 3 4 5 6 5A 10A 7.5A 7.5A 188 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 189
ON) - Rear Air Suspension Module (RASM), Cluster Adjustable pedals Ignition (ON) - EATC module, A/C mode switch (vehicles equipped with manual A/C only), A/C blower relay coil OBD II Ignition (ON) - A/C mode switch (vehicles equipped with manual A/C), Blend door, Heated seat modules Lighting control - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 190
, Overdrive cancel switch, Traction control switch Not used Brake signal, LCM (BTSI), ABS Not used Not used Key in (LCM) Not used Not used Window relay 23 24 15A 10A 25 26 15A 10A 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 Relay 1 - 7.5A - - 5A - - Full ISO relay 190 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 191
301 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 21 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1 The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 Fuse Amp Rating 30A* 20A* Protected Circuits Ignition switch Not used (spare) 191 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 192
lamp switch Foglamps Heated seats Not used Not used Injectors PCM Powertrain loads and sensors Not used Not used Heated mirror, Rear defrost indicator Blower relay feed Cooling fan Instrument panel (I/P) fuse box feed #1 (I/P fuses 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18) 192 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 193
Starter relay feed Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module (Pump) Rear defroster relay feed Cigar lighter ABS module (Valves) Wiper module Not used Air suspension compressor Not used Not used Full ISO relay Full ISO relay 193 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 194
replacing of the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage. 194 Fuse/Relay Location 501 502 503 601 Protected Circuits Not used PCM Not used Power seats, Lumbar Power windows relay feed (RUN/ACC) 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 195
with label on wheel: This spare tire has a label on the wheel that states: "THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY" When driving with one of the Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire 195 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 196
to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 196 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 197
brake and activate hazard flashers. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn engine air suspension, turn off the air suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. OFF Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter. 197 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 198
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 1. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 198 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 199
you are changing, then place the jack D (D) under the frame (A) of the vehicle aligning it with the mark (B). • Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. 199 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 200
lug nut torque specification. 8. Install any wheel covers, ornaments or hub caps. Make sure 5 2 they are snapped in place. 9. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. 10. Turn on the air suspension switch (if equipped). 200 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 201
only to the wheel pilot hole surface by smearing a "dime" (1 square cm) sized glob of grease around the wheel pilot surface (1) with end of finger. DO NOT apply grease to lugnut/stud holes or wheel-to-brake surfaces. Bolt size 201 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 202
two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 4. Check the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. 202 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 203
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. 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - - - + - + + + 203 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 204
may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. 204 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - - - + + + + - - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 205
3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 205 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - - - - + + + + - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 206
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. 206 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - - - + + - + + - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 207
, 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. 207 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 208
N (Neutral). Refer to Brake shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 208 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 209
at www.genuineservice.com. • U.S. dealer locator by Dealer Name, City/State, or Zip Code • Owner Guides • Maintenance Schedules • Recalls • Ford Extended Service Plans • Ford Genuine Accessories • Service specials and promotions. 209 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 210
authorized dealer and city where located • The vehicle's current odometer reading In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state's warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. 210 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 211
Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step 211 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 212
options warranty dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). 212 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 213
to a foreign country, contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate. These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel. 213 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 214
can also be reached by their website: www.helminc.com. (Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card, check or money order.) 214 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 215
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1-800-333-0510. 215 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 216
surface. • After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer, or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmental effects. 216 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 217
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. 217 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 218
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (CXC-66-A). • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. 218 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 219
from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash facilities. Be sure to may cause scratches. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean heated grid lines. 219 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 220
. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). 220 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 221
or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing of the clear, protective coating. Note: In some instances, color or frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 221 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA ( - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 222
-13) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Wash and Wax (Canada only) (CXC-95) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 222 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 223
all fuel related parts. Working with the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 223 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 224
Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. WARNING: 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 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 225
1. Brake fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 4. Air filter assembly 5. Power steering fluid reservoir 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Battery 8. Power distribution box 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 225 2009 Grand Marquis - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 226
smearing. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter the engine coolant reservoir. Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components. CHANGING THE 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 227
for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 227 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 228
normal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick. 4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until three clicks can be heard. 228 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 229
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. 229 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 230
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. 230 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 231
relearned. • For flexible fuel vehicles, if you are operating on E85, you may experience poor starts or an inability to start the engine and driveability problems until the fuel trim and ethanol content have been relearned. 231 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 232
work properly. A 50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Proper function of calibrated gauges. 232 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 233
location. Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water. When the engine is cool, add the mixture to the coolant reservoir until the appropriate fill level is obtained. 233 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 234
coolant. For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and 234 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 235
liter) of engine coolant per month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system. Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. 235 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 236
characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive. 236 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 237
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage, therefore: 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine. 2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer. 237 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 238
to an authorized dealer. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. FUEL FILTER For fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 239
the skin. If fuel is splashed on the skin and/or clothing, promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. 239 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 240
components and standard unleaded gasoline fuel components are not interchangeable. If your vehicle is not serviced in accordance with flexible fuel vehicles procedures, damage may occur and your warranty may be invalidated. 240 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 241
. • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position. Fuel filler cap When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off. 241 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 242
tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in personal injury. FFV (Flex Fuel Vehicle) fuel cap If your vehicle is FFV capable, it will have a yellow colored fuel cap. 242 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 243
87. FFV engine Your vehicle is designed to use Fuel Ethanol (Ed75-Ed85),"Regular" unleaded gasoline or any mixture of the two fuels. Use of other fuels such as Fuel Methanol may cause powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and your warranty may be invalidated. 243 2009 Grand Marquis (grn - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 244
gasoline once every 3,000 miles (4,800 km). See scheduled maintenance information for more information. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components. 244 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 245
still present in the tank. For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling, an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. 245 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 246
and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy. 246 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 247
[180 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. 247 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 248
parts in performance and durability. WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. 248 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 249
quality or water in the fuel-the engine may misfire or run poorly. 3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. See Fuel filler cap in this chapter. 4. Driving through deep water-the electrical system may be wet. 249 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 250
that are apparent, continued driving with the service engine soon indicator on can result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs. Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing Some state/provincial and local - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 251
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type. 251 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 252
brake system could be compromised, seek service from your authorized dealer immediately. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 253
Maintenance and Specifications Low fluid level Do not drive operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles (30 km) of driving. You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 50°F 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 254
separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. 254 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 255
meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used. 255 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 256
that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 2 256 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 257
6L) 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) Cooling system stop leak pellets Engine oil2 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant with bittering agent (yellow-colored)1 Motorcraft Cooling - System Stop Leak Pellets Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 258
fluid Fuel Tank 1 Capacity - Between MIN and MAX on reservoir Motorcraft MERCON V ATF XT-5-QM / MERCON V Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification XL-1 / None 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 259
2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) Rear axles are considered lubricated for life when the vehicle is used for normal service. For severe duty requirements, see Exceptions and / or Special Operating Conditions in scheduled maintenance information. Add 4 oz. (118 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 260
drivebelt routing 4.6L V8 engine 281 87 octane 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Coil on plug 0.052-0.056 inch (1.32-1.42 mm) 9.4:1 4.6L FFV V8 engine 281 87 octane or Ethanol (E85) 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Coil on plug 0.041-0.047 inch (1.04-1.20 mm) 9.4:1 260 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 261
Maintenance and door. Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 261 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 262
manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint System 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 263
your dealer or visit our online store at: www.mercuryaccessories.com. Exterior style Side window deflectors Splash guards Spoiler Interior style Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats Lifestyle Cargo organization and management 263 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 264
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. 264 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 265
...122 Child safety seats - booster seats ...134 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...218 instrument panel ...220 interior ...220 plastic parts ...219 washing ...216 waxing ...217 wheels ...217 wiper blades ...219 265 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 266
-safe cooling ...237 idle speed control ...230 lubrication specifications ...257 refill capacities ...257 service points ...225-226 starting after a collision ...186 Engine block heater ...172 Engine oil ...227 change oil soon warning, message center ...227 checking and adding ...227 dipstick ...227 - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 267
(I/M) testing ...250 Instrument panel cleaning ...220 cluster ...12 lighting up panel and interior ...43 J Jump-starting your vehicle ...202 K Keyless entry system ...80 autolock ...72 keypad ...80 programming entry code ...80 Keys ...72, 85 positions of the ignition ...168 267 2009 Grand Marquis - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 268
capacity ...257 Power Windows ...55 R Radio ...20, 22, 25, 30 Rear window defroster ...40 Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children ...122 Relays ...187, 194 Remote entry system ...76 illuminated entry ...79 locking/unlocking doors ...77 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 269
chains ...158 spare tire ...195, 197 terminology ...139 tire grades ...139 treadwear ...138, 143 Towing ...164 recreational towing ...167 trailer towing ...164 wrecker ...207 269 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 270
...171 W Warning lights (see Lights) ...12 Washer fluid ...226 Water, Driving through ...183 Windows power ...55 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...52 checking and adding fluid ...226 replacing wiper blades ...226 Wrecker towing ...207 270 2009 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (own2002), 2nd
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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Warning lights and chimes
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Gauges
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Entertainment Systems
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AM/FM stereo
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AM/FM stereo with CD
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AM/FM stereo cassette with CD
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AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD
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Climate Controls
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Manual heating and air conditioning
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Automatic temperature control
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Rear window defroster
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Turn signal control
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Bulb replacement
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
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Steering wheel adjustment
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Power windows
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Mirrors
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Speed control
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Message center
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Locks and Security
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Keys
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Locks
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Anti-theft system
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Table of Contents
1
2009 Grand Marquis
(grn)
Owners Guide
(own2002)
, 2nd Printing
USA
(fus)