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Driving Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment. Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control. Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box cover). Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off-road usage. DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly especially when the depth is not known. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars) or the bottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited. Also, water may enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall. Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. SNOWPLOWING Your vehicle is not recommended for snowplowing. Ford makes no representation as to the suitability of your vehicle for snowplowing, in particular regarding the potential for exceeding vehicle weight limits, airbag (SRS) deployment sensitivity, vehicle crash integrity, or powertrain durability. The Snowplow Package Option is not available. 236 2008 Mark LT (mlt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

Section	Page
Table of Contents	1
Introduction	4
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL	4
CONGRATULATIONS	4
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION	5
Warning symbols in this guide	5
Warning symbols on your vehicle	5
Protecting the environment	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	8
Notice to owners of the Mark LT	8
Using your vehicle with a snowplow	8
Using your vehicle as an ambulance	8
Cell phone use	9
Instrument Cluster	12
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES	12
GAUGES	16
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
Audiophile in-dash six CD/MP3/satellite compatible sound system	23
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)	31
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION	33
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	36
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	38
Quick start	39
To play a DVD in the DVD system:	39
To play a CD in the DVD system:	40
To play an MP3 disc in the DVD system:	40
To play an auxiliary source through the DVD system	41
To listen to audio over the headphones (Dual play mode):	42
Using the infrared (IR) wireless headphones:	42
Using wired headphones (not included):	42
To adjust display brightness:	43
DVD player controls	43
Remote control	46
Battery replacement	49
Headphones	50
Wireless headphones	50
Wired headphones	53
Operation	53
Single play/Dual play	53
Operation with an aftermarket audio system (Headphone only mode)	55
Menu mode	55
Angle mode	55
Aspect ratio	56
Language	56
Subtitles	57
Audio CDs	57
Playing MP3 discs	58
MP3 disc quality factors	59
CD, MP3 and CD player care	59
Playing a DVD	60
Slow play	61
Frame by frame	61
Headphone/auxiliary jacks	61
Audio displays	62
Audio interaction	62
Parental control for the DVD system	63
General information	64
Safety information	64
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance	66
Care and service of the DVD player	66
Environmental extremes	66
Temperature extremes	66
Humidity and moisture condensation	66
Foreign substances	67
Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen	67
Cleaning DVD and CD discs	67
Compatibility with aftermarket audio systems (headphone only mode)	67
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	67
Climate Controls	68
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (ATC) SYSTEM WITH HEATED SEATS	68
Operating tips	70
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED)	71
Lights	72
HEADLAMP CONTROL	72
Autolamp control	72
Fog lamp control	72
High beams	73
Flash to pass	73
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	73
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	74
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS	74
Vertical aim adjustment	74
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	75
INTERIOR LAMPS	76
Map lamps	76
Rear map lamp (if equipped)	76
Courtesy/reading/cargo lamps (if equipped)	76
BULB REPLACEMENT	77
Headlamp condensation	77
Using the right bulbs	77
Replacing exterior bulbs	78
Replacing headlamp bulbs	78
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs	79
Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/backup lamp bulbs	79
Replacing high-mount brake and cargo lamp bulbs	80
Replacing fog lamp bulbs	80
Replacing exterior mounted mirror turn signal indicator lamp bulbs	81
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs	81
Driver Controls	82
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER	82
TILT STEERING	82
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)	83
CENTER CONSOLE	83
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)	84
Overhead Storage Bins	84
Bin Removal	85
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)	86
Ashtray	87
POWER WINDOWS	88
One touch down	88
Window lock	88
Power Sliding Back Window	89
Accessory delay	89
INTERIOR MIRROR	90
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror	90
EXTERIOR MIRRORS	91
Power side view mirrors	91
Fold-away mirrors	91
Heated outside mirrors	92
Exterior mounted mirror turn signal indicator	92
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)	93
SPEED CONTROL	93
Setting speed control	93
Resuming a set speed	94
Increasing speed while using speed control	94
Reducing speed while using speed control	95
Turning off speed control	95
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS	96
Audio control features	96
Climate control features	97
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)	97
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM	98
Programming	99
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming	100
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System	101
Erasing HomeLink buttons	101
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button	101
MESSAGE CENTER	102
Selectable features	102
Reset	102
Info menu	102
Odometer/Trip odometer	103
Compass display	103
Compass zone/calibration adjustment	103
Average fuel economy (AFE)	104
Distance to empty (DTE)	105
Trip elapsed drive time	105
Setup menu	106
System check	106
Units (English/Metric)	106
Autolocks	106
Autolamp delay	107
Language	107
System warnings	107
POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT	110
TAILGATE LOCK	111
Tailgate removal	111
BEDRAILS (IF EQUIPPED)	112
BED EXTENDER (IF EQUIPPED)	112
CARGO AREA FEATURES (IF EQUIPPED)	114
Cargo management system (if equipped)	114
Locks and Security	120
KEYS	120
POWER DOOR LOCKS	120
Smart unlocking feature	120
Autolock	120
Deactivating/activating autolock	121
Power door unlock/lock procedure	121
Keyless entry key pad procedure	122
Message center procedure	122
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS	122
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM	123
Unlocking the doors	123
Locking the doors	123
Power door lock/unlock disable feature	124
Deactivating/activating power door lock/unlock disable feature	124
Car finder	125
Sounding a panic alarm	125
Memory seat, adjustable pedals, and power mirrors (if equipped)	125
Activating the memory feature	125
Deactivating the memory feature	125
Replacing the battery	126
Replacing lost transmitters	127
Programming remote transmitters	127
Illuminated entry	128
Perimeter lighting feature	128
Enabling/disabling the perimeter lighting feature	128
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM	129
Programming a personal entry code	129
Erasing personal code	130
Anti-scan feature	130
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry keypad	131
SECURILOCK™ PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM	131
Anti-theft indicator	131
Automatic arming	132
Automatic disarming	132
Replacement keys	132
Programming spare keys	132
Seating and Safety Restraints	134
SEATING	134
Adjustable head restraints	134
Using the manual recline function	135
Using the manual lumbar support	136
Adjusting the front power seat	136
Memory seats/mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)	137
Heated seats (if equipped)	138
REAR SEATS	138
Head restraints	138
Folding up the rear seats	139
Returning the seat to seating position	140
SAFETY RESTRAINTS	140
Personal Safety System™	140
How does the Personal Safety System™ work?	141
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints	141
Front crash severity sensor	141
Driver’s seat position sensor	141
Front passenger sensing system	142
Front safety belt usage sensors	142
Front outboard safety belt pretensioners	143
Front outboard safety belt energy management retractors	143
Determining if the Personal Safety System™ is operational	143
Safety restraints precautions	144
Combination lap and shoulder belts	145
Energy management retractors	145
Vehicle sensitive mode	146
Automatic locking mode	146
When to use the automatic locking mode	146
How to use the automatic locking mode	146
How to disengage the automatic locking mode	147
Safety belt pretensioner	148
Safety belt usage sensors	148
Front safety belt height adjustment	149
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	149
Conditions of operation	150
Belt-Minder	150
One time disable	153
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature	153
Safety belt extension assembly	154
Safety belt maintenance	155
	155
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)	155
Important SRS precautions	156
Children and airbags	158
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?	158
Determining if the system is operational	159
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)	160
Front passenger sensing system	160
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN	163
Important child restraint precautions	163
Children and safety belts	164
Child booster seats	164
When children should use booster seats	165
Types of booster seats	165
The importance of shoulder belts	167
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN	167
Child and infant or child safety seats	167
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts	169
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps	171
Rear seat tether strap attachment	172
Attaching child safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors	174
Tires, Wheels and Loading	176
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS	176
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS	176
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	177
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING	178
Treadwear	179
Traction AA A B C	179
Temperature A B C	179
TIRES	180
Glossary of tire terminology	180
INFLATING YOUR TIRES	181
TIRE CARE	183
Inspecting your tires	183
Tire wear	183
Damage	183
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	184
Tire replacement requirements	184
Safety practices	186
Highway hazards	186
Tire and wheel alignment	186
Tire rotation	187
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL	188
Information on “P” type tires	188
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	191
Information on “T” type tires	192
Location of the tire label	192
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)	193
Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	195
When your temporary spare tire is installed	195
When you believe your system is not operating properly	196
When inflating your tires	197
How temperature affects your tire pressure	197
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS	198
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER	198
Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles	204
TRAILER TOWING	205
Preparing to tow	206
Hitches	206
Weight distributing hitch	206
Safety chains	207
Trailer brakes	207
Trailer lamps	207
Using a step bumper (if equipped)	207
Driving while you tow	208
Servicing after towing	208
Trailer towing tips	208
Launching or retrieving a boat	209
RECREATIONAL TOWING	209
Driving	210
STARTING	210
Positions of the ignition	210
Preparing to start your vehicle	210
Important safety precautions	211
Starting the engine	212
Guarding against exhaust fumes	213
Important ventilating information	213
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)	213
BRAKES	215
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)	215
Using ABS	215
ABS warning lamp	215
Parking brake	216
TRACTION CONTROL™ (IF EQUIPPED)	216
STEERING	217
TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)	218
PREPARING TO DRIVE	218
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION	219
Brake-shift interlock - floor-shift transmission	219
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatic transmission	221
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow	223
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	224
REVERSE CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	226
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)	228
System indicator lights	228
Using the electronic shift 4WD system	229
Shifting between 2H (2WD High) and 4H (4WD High)	229
Shifting to/from 4L (4WD Low)	229
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles	230
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	230
Basic operating principles	230
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	230
If your vehicle gets stuck	231
Emergency maneuvers	231
Parking	232
Normal characteristics	233
Sand	233
Mud and water	233
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	234
Driving on snow and ice	235
Maintenance and Modifications	236
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	236
SNOWPLOWING	236
Roadside Emergencies	237
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE	237
Getting roadside assistance	237
Using roadside assistance	238
Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty	238
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL	239
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH	239
FUSES AND RELAYS	240
Fuses	240
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	241
Passenger compartment fuse panel / power distribution box	241
Auxiliary relay box	246
CHANGING THE TIRES	247
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	248
Location of the spare tire and tools	250
Removing the spare tire	250
Tire change procedure	251
Stowing the flat/spare tire	254
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS	254
JUMP STARTING	255
Preparing your vehicle	256
Connecting the jumper cables	256
Jump starting	258
Removing the jumper cables	259
WRECKER TOWING	261
Emergency Towing	262
Customer Assistance	263
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	263
At home	263
Away from home	263
Additional Assistance	264
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)	265
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)	266
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)	267
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN	267
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	268
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	269
Obtaining a French owner’s guide	269
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)	269
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)	270
Cleaning	271
WASHING THE EXTERIOR	271
WAXING	272
PAINT CHIPS	272
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS	272
ENGINE	273
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS	273
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES	274
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS	275
INTERIOR	276
LEATHER SEATS	276
UNDERBODY	276
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS	277
Maintenance and Specifications	278
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS	278
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE	278
Working with the engine off	278
Working with the engine on	278
OPENING THE HOOD	279
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT	280
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID	281
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES	281
ENGINE OIL	282
Checking the engine oil	282
Adding engine oil	283
Engine oil and filter recommendations	284
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil	284
BATTERY	285
ENGINE COOLANT	287
Checking engine coolant	287
Adding engine coolant	288
Recycled engine coolant	290
Coolant refill capacity	291
Severe climates	291
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (if equipped)	292
How fail-safe cooling works	292
When fail-safe mode is activated	292
FUEL FILTER	293
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS	293
Important safety precautions	293
Refueling	295
Fuel Filler Cap	295
Choosing the right fuel	296
Octane recommendations	297
Fuel quality	297
Cleaner air	297
Running out of fuel	297
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY	298
Measuring techniques	298
Filling the tank	298
Calculating fuel economy	299
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits	299
Habits	299
Maintenance	300
Conditions	300
EPA window sticker	301
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM	301
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)	302
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing	303
POWER STEERING FLUID	304
BRAKE FLUID	305
TRANSMISSION FLUID	305
Checking automatic transmission fluid	305
Low fluid level	306
Correct fluid level	306
High fluid level	306
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels	306
TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)	307
DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE	308
AIR FILTER	308
Changing the air filter element	309
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS	310
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES	311
ENGINE DATA	314
Engine drivebelt routing	315
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE	315
Safety Compliance Certification Label	315
Vehicle identification number (VIN)	316
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS	317
Accessories	318
GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE	318
Exterior style	318
Interior style	318
Lifestyle	319
Peace of mind	319

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Maintenance and Modifications

The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed

and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty

and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford Motor

Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such

as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by

using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment.

ny modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it

more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control. Ford

Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped

with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box cover).

Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase

your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities

and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Frequent inspection of

vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to

heavy off-road usage.

DRIVING THROUGH WATER

If driving through deep or standing

water is unavoidable, proceed very

slowly especially when the depth is

not known. Never drive through

water that is higher than the bottom

of the wheel rims (for cars) or the

bottom of the hubs (for trucks).

When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited.

Also, water may enter your engine’s air intake and severely damage your

engine or your vehicle may stall.

Driving through deep water where

the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the

transmission and cause internal transmission damage.

Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your

vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.

Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes.

SNOWPLOWING

Your vehicle is not recommended for snowplowing. Ford makes no

representation as to the suitability of your vehicle for snowplowing, in

particular regarding the potential for exceeding vehicle weight limits,

airbag (SRS) deployment sensitivity, vehicle crash integrity, or

powertrain durability. The Snowplow Package Option is not available.

2008 Mark LT

(mlt)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA

(fus)

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