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Introduction Notice to owners with 20 inch wheels and tires When equipped with 20 inch wheels and tires the vehicle is designed for on-road use only and not off-road use. Note: When first driving the vehicle after it has been parked for a period of time, you may experience a temporary ride disturbance. This is a characteristic of the tires and should be no reason for concern. The condition should correct itself within 5-15 miles (8-25 km) of driving. If the disturbance persists, have the tires serviced by an authorized dealer. Correct tire pressure is important to payload and proper ride and handling attributes. Check your vehicle's Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label for the proper tire pressure levels. Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package. Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others' safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios. WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver's primary responsibility is 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. 8 2009 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

Section	Page
Table of Contents	1
Introduction	4
CONGRATULATIONS	4
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION	4
Warning symbols in this guide	4
Warning symbols on your vehicle	5
Protecting the environment	5
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL	5
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE	5
SPECIAL NOTICES	6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty	6
Special instructions	6
Service Data Recording	6
Event Data Recording	7
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles	7
Notice to owners with 20 inch wheels and tires	8
Using your vehicle with a snowplow	8
Using your vehicle as an ambulance	8
Cell phone use	8
Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specific information	9
Instrument Cluster	12
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES	12
GAUGES	17
Entertainment Systems	19
AUDIO SYSTEMS	19
Quick start — How to get going	19
Listening to the radio	19
Listening to satellite radio (if equipped)	20
Listening to a CD/MP3 (if equipped)	20
AM/FM Single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)	23
Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)	30
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)	38
USB port (if equipped)	40
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION	40
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	43
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	46
Quick start	47
To play a DVD in the DVD system:	47
To play a CD in the DVD system:	48
To play an MP3 disc in the DVD system:	48
To play an auxiliary source through the DVD system	49
To listen to audio over the headphones— Dual play mode (Navigation-based radio systems only):	50
To listen to audio over the headphones— Dual play mode (Non-navigation based radio systems):	50
Using the infrared (IR) wireless headphones:	51
Using wired headphones (not included):	51
To adjust display brightness:	52
DVD player controls	52
Remote control	55
Battery replacement	57
Headphones	58
Wireless headphones	58
Wired headphones	61
Operation	61
Single play/Dual play	61
Operation with an aftermarket audio system (Headphone only mode)	64
Menu mode	64
Angle mode	65
Aspect ratio	65
Language	66
Subtitles	66
Audio CDs	67
Playing MP3 discs	67
MP3 disc quality factors	68
CD, MP3 and CD player care	69
Playing a DVD	69
Slow play	70
Frame by frame	70
Headphone/auxiliary jacks	71
Audio displays	72
Audio interaction	72
Parental control for the DVD system	72
General information	73
Safety information	74
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance	75
Care and service of the DVD player	75
Environmental extremes	75
Temperature extremes	75
Humidity and moisture condensation	76
Foreign substances	76
Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen	76
Cleaning DVD and CD discs	76
Compatibility with aftermarket audio systems (headphone only mode)	76
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	77
SYNC (IF EQUIPPED)	77
Climate Controls	78
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	78
Operating tips	78
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	80
Operating tips	82
AUXILIARY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	83
FLOOR CONSOLE CLIMATE CONTROLS	83
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER	84
Lights	85
HEADLAMP CONTROL	85
Autolamp control	85
Fog lamp control	86
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	86
High beams	86
Flash to pass	87
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	87
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS	87
Headlamp aim adjustment	87
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	89
INTERIOR LAMPS	89
Dome/reading lamps	89
Cargo/reading lamps	90
BULB REPLACEMENT	90
Lamp assembly condensation	90
Using the right bulbs	90
Replacing interior bulbs	91
Replacing exterior bulbs	91
Replacing headlamp bulbs	92
Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs	93
Replacing side-mounted turn signal bulbs	94
Replacing front/rear side marker bulbs	94
Replacing tail/brake/turn/backup lamp bulbs	94
Replacing fog lamp bulbs	95
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs	95
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulb	96
Driver Controls	97
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER	97
Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with Autolamp)	97
Rear window wiper/washer controls	97
TILT STEERING COLUMN	98
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR	98
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)	99
Storage compartment	99
Installing a garage door opener (if equipped)	100
CENTER CONSOLE	100
Rear center console features (if equipped)	101
AUXILIARY POWER POINTS (12VDC)	101
POWER WINDOWS	102
One touch up or down (Driver’s window only) (if equipped)	103
Bounce-Back (Driver’s window only)	103
Security Override	103
Window lock	104
Accessory delay	104
INTERIOR MIRROR	104
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror	104
EXTERIOR MIRRORS	105
Power side view mirrors	105
Fold-away mirrors	106
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)	106
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)	106
RUNNING BOARDS (IF EQUIPPED)	107
SPEED CONTROL	108
Setting speed control	108
Resuming a set speed	109
Increasing speed while using speed control	110
Reducing speed while using speed control	110
Turning off speed control	110
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS	111
Audio control features	111
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)	113
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	114
Programming	115
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming	117
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System	118
Erasing HomeLink buttons	119
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button	119
MESSAGE CENTER	120
Selectable features	120
Reset	120
Info menu	121
Trip odometer	121
Distance to empty (DTE)	121
Average fuel economy (AFE)	122
Instantaneous fuel economy	122
Fuel Used	123
Trip elapsed drive time	123
Blank display	123
Setup menu	123
System check	124
AWD lock (4.6L engine vehicles only)	125
Units (English/Metric)	125
Language	125
Autolamp	126
Autolock	126
Autounlock	127
Power Running Boards (if equipped)	127
Trailer sway control	128
Easy entry/exit seat (if equipped)	128
Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) (if equipped)	128
Compass calibration adjustment	130
Oil life Setup and Start Value	131
System warnings	132
POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT	135
CARGO COVER (IF EQUIPPED)	136
Cargo management system	136
REAR LIFTGATE	137
LUGGAGE RACK	138
Locks and Security	140
KEYS	140
POWER DOOR LOCKS	140
Smart unlocking feature	140
Autolock	140
Deactivating/activating autolock	141
Power door unlock/lock procedure	141
Keyless entry keypad procedure	142
Message center procedure	142
Autounlock	142
Deactivating/activating autounlock	142
Power door unlock/lock procedure	143
Keyless entry keypad procedure	143
Message center procedure	143
Power door lock/unlock inhibit feature (if equipped)	144
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS	145
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM	145
Two step door unlocking	146
One step door unlocking	146
Switching from two step to one step door unlocking	146
Locking the doors/liftgate	147
Opening the liftgate window	147
Car finder	147
Sounding a panic alarm	147
Memory seats and adjustable pedals feature (if equipped)	147
Activating the memory seat feature	148
Deactivating the memory seat feature	148
Replacing the battery	148
Replacing lost remote entry transmitters	149
How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters	149
Illuminated entry	150
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	151
Programming a personal entry code	151
Erasing personal code	152
Anti-scan feature	152
Unlocking and locking the doors, liftgate and liftgate window using keyless entry	152
SECURILOCK™ PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM	152
Anti-theft indicator	153
Automatic arming	153
Automatic disarming	154
Replacement keys	154
Programming spare keys	154
Seating and Safety Restraints	156
SEATING	156
Adjustable head restraints	156
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)	159
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)	160
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)	160
Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)	162
Memory seats and adjustable pedals (if equipped)	162
Easy entry/exit feature (if equipped)	163
Deactivating/activating the easy access/easy out feature	163
Heated seats (if equipped)	164
REAR SEATS	165
Folding down the 2nd row 60/40 seats and bucket seats	166
Placing the 2nd row 60/40 seats in cargo mode (if equipped)	169
Adjusting the 2nd row seat for E-Z Entry	169
SAFETY RESTRAINTS	174
Personal Safety System	174
How does the Personal Safety System work?	175
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints	175
Front crash severity sensor	175
Driver’s seat position sensor	176
Front passenger sensing system	176
Front safety belt usage sensors	176
Front safety belt pretensioners	177
Front safety belt energy management retractors	177
Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational	177
Safety restraints precautions	178
Energy management feature	179
Combination lap and shoulder belts	179
Vehicle sensitive mode	180
Webbing extraction sensitive mode	180
Automatic locking mode	181
When to use the automatic locking mode	181
How to use the automatic locking mode	181
How to disengage the automatic locking mode	181
Safety belt pretensioner	182
Front safety belt height adjustment	183
Second row comfort guide	183
Safety belt extension assembly	184
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	184
Conditions of operation	185
Belt-Minder	185
One-time disable	188
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature	188
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)	190
Important SRS precautions	190
Children and airbags	192
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?	192
Front passenger sensing system	194
Determining if the system is operational	198
Seat-mounted side airbag system	199
How does the side airbag system work?	200
Safety Canopy system	201
How does the Safety Canopy system work?	202
Determining if the system is operational	204
S.O.S. Post Crash Alert	204
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)	205
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN	205
Important child restraint precautions	205
Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children	207
Transporting children	208
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN	209
Infant and/or toddler seats	209
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts	210
Attaching child safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) attachments	213
Use of inboard lower anchors from the outboard seating positions (center seating use)	216
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps	217
Child booster seats	219
When children should use booster seats	220
Types of booster seats	220
The importance of shoulder belts	222
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance	223
Tires, Wheels and Loading	224
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS	224
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS	224
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	225
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING	226
Treadwear	227
Traction AA A B C	227
Temperature A B C	227
TIRES	228
Glossary of tire terminology	228
INFLATING YOUR TIRES	229
TIRE CARE	231
Inspecting your tires	231
Tire wear	231
Damage	231
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	232
Tire replacement requirements	232
Safety practices	234
Highway hazards	234
Tire and wheel alignment	234
Tire rotation	235
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL	236
Information on “P” type tires	236
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	239
Information on “T” type tires	240
Location of the tire label	240
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)	241
Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	243
When your temporary spare tire is installed	243
When you believe your system is not operating properly	244
When inflating your tires	245
How temperature affects your tire pressure	245
SNOW TIRES AND CABLES	246
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER	247
Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles	253
Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/tow	253
TRAILER TOWING	254
Preparing to tow	256
Hitches	256
Safety chains	257
Trailer brakes	257
Trailer lamps	257
Driving while you tow	258
Servicing after towing	258
Trailer towing tips	258
Launching or retrieving a boat	259
RECREATIONAL TOWING	259
Driving	261
STARTING	261
Positions of the ignition	261
Preparing to start your vehicle	261
Important safety precautions	262
Starting the engine	264
Guarding against exhaust fumes	264
Important ventilating information	264
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)	264
BRAKES	266
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)	266
Using ABS	267
ABS warning lamp	267
Parking brake	267
ADVANCETRAC WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL™ (RSC) STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM	269
STEERING	274
PREPARING TO DRIVE	275
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION	276
Brake-shift interlock	276
Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped)	277
Driving with a 6–speed automatic transmission (if equipped)	279
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow	282
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	282
ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	284
Normal operation (4.0L engine vehicles only)	284
Normal operation (4.6L engine vehicles only)	284
Autolock operation (4.6L engine vehicles only)	284
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles	285
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	285
Basic operating principles	285
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	285
If your vehicle gets stuck	286
Emergency maneuvers	287
AWD Systems (if equipped)	287
Sand	287
Mud and water	288
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	289
Driving on snow and ice	289
Maintenance and Modifications	290
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	291
Roadside Emergencies	292
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE	292
Getting roadside assistance	292
Using roadside assistance	293
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL	293
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH	294
FUSES AND RELAYS	295
Fuses	295
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	295
Passenger compartment fuse panel	296
Power distribution box	299
CHANGING THE TIRES	303
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	303
Stopping and securing the vehicle	305
Location of the spare tire and tools	306
Removing the jack and tools	306
Removing the spare tire	307
Changing the spare tire	308
Stowing the flat/spare tire	311
Re-stowing the jack and tools	312
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS	312
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL	313
JUMP STARTING	313
Preparing your vehicle	314
Connecting the jumper cables	314
Jump starting	316
Removing the jumper cables	317
WRECKER TOWING	319
Emergency towing	320
Customer Assistance	321
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	321
Away from home	321
Additional assistance	322
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)	323
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)	324
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)	324
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN	325
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	326
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	326
Obtaining a French owner’s guide	327
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)	327
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)	327
Cleaning	328
WASHING THE EXTERIOR	328
WAXING	329
PAINT CHIPS	329
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS	329
ENGINE	330
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS	331
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES	331
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS	332
INTERIOR	333
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)	334
UNDERBODY	334
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS	334
Maintenance and Specifications	336
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS	336
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE	336
Working with the engine off	336
Working with the engine on	336
OPENING THE HOOD	337
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT	338
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID	340
Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate	340
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES	341
Changing the rear window wiper blade	341
ENGINE OIL	342
Checking the engine oil	342
Adding engine oil	344
Engine Oil Recommendations	345
Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil	345
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil	346
BATTERY	347
ENGINE COOLANT	349
Checking engine coolant	349
Adding engine coolant	351
Recycled engine coolant	353
Coolant refill capacity	353
Severe climates	353
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (4.6L V8 engine only)	354
Fail-safe cooling and engine oil overheat mode (4.6L V8 only)	354
When fail-safe cooling mode is activated	355
FUEL FILTER	355
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS	355
Important safety precautions	355
Refueling	357
Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system	357
Choosing the right fuel	359
Octane recommendations	359
Fuel quality	359
Cleaner air	360
Running out of fuel	360
Refilling with a portable fuel container	360
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY	361
Measuring techniques	361
Filling the tank	361
Calculating fuel economy	362
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits	362
Habits	363
Maintenance	363
Conditions	363
EPA fuel economy estimates	364
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM	364
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)	365
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing	366
POWER STEERING FLUID	367
BRAKE FLUID	368
TRANSMISSION FLUID	368

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Notice to owners with 20 inch wheels and tires

When equipped with 20 inch wheels and tires the vehicle is designed for

on-road use only and not off-road use.

Note:

When first driving the vehicle after it has been parked for a period

of time, you may experience a temporary ride disturbance. This is a

characteristic of the tires and should be no reason for concern. The

condition should correct itself within 5-15 miles (8-25 km) of driving. If

the disturbance persists, have the tires serviced by an authorized dealer.

Correct tire pressure is important to payload and proper ride and

handling attributes. Check your vehicle’s Safety Compliance Certification

Label or Tire Label for the proper tire pressure levels.

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.

Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package.

Using your vehicle as an ambulance

Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.

Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation

Package.

Cell phone use

The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly

important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,

drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using

such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety

and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency

situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications

equipment to avoid negating these benefits.

Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular

phones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communications

systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.

WARNING:

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that

drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their

focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is 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.

2009 Mountaineer

(mnt)

Owners Guide, 2nd Printing

USA

(fus)

Introduction