2005 Mercury Mountaineer Owner Guide 3rd Printing
2005 Mercury Mountaineer Manual
2005 Mercury Mountaineer manual content summary:
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stereo with in-dash six CD 18 18 21 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Automatic temperature control Auxiliary passenger climate control Rear window defroster 37 37 39 42 43 Lights Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 2
151 153 155 159 167 177 182 189 194 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation 195 195 198 201 205 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 238 246 Cleaning 247 2 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 3
Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 253 255 258 263 265 271 285 286 287 290 Accessories Index 296 298 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 4
on acquiring your new Mercury. Please take the time from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: the Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 5
consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct chapter for more information on oil usage. 5 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 6
systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 7
Ford Motor book. By referring to the pages in the provided supplement, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. Refer to this Owner's Guide for all other required information and warnings. 7 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 8
See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Speed Control Powertrain Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Hazard - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 9
Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 10
cluster Optional instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle's functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 11
. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. 11 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 12
Instrument Cluster Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. A chime the fault to a dealer at the earliest opportunity. 12 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 13
when the high beam headlamps are turned on. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened. 13 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 14
on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened. Turn signal warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to instrument cluster gauges Optional instrument cluster gauges 14 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 15
cluster TRIP • Optional instrument cluster Refer to Message Center in the Drivers Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English. 15 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 16
voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated by arrows), have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as possible. 16 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 17
is in motion or on a grade. The arrow next to 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. 17 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 18
Entertainment Systems AM/FM STEREO / SINGLE CD RADIO (IF EQUIPPED) 13 14 15 16 17 18 AM FM BASS CD TREB FM1 ST 1 2 SCN 3 4 VOL - Clock): To set the hour, press and hold CLK and press SEEK or increase the to decrease hours. CLK 18 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 19
: In radio mode, press to move up or down the frequency band in individual increments. 12. SEEK: Press and release / for previous/next SEEK strong station, selection or track. 13. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels. 19 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 20
to play a CD already loaded into the system. 15. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. / to 16. BASS: Press increase/decrease the bass output. / 17. TREB (Treble): Press to your dealer for further information. 20 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 21
with Satellite radio. Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your Mercury dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit only available - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 22
Commission (CRTC) recommend that FM radio broadcasters use RDS technology to transmit information. FM radio stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired. 22 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 23
to enable the Satellite reception is available through your Mercury dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the continental United States. 23 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 24
AM/FM frequency band. Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press and momentarily hold AM/ your dealer for further information. 24 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 25
with Satellite Radio. Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your Mercury dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit only available - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 26
when equipped with Satellite radio. Your radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 27
Press SEL to toggle ON/OFF. Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . When the six strongest stations are access 12. FOLDER the next MP3 directory. 27 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 28
radio comes equipped with Satellite Ready capability. The kit to enable the Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 29
kit only available in the continental United States. For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free 888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website at www.siriusradio.com 24. CD slot: Insert a CD with the label side up. 29 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 30
ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the continental United States. 30 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 31
Commission (CRTC) recommend that FM radio broadcasters use RDS technology to transmit information. FM radio stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired. 31 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 32
Press the SEL control again to disable the feature when COMPRESS ON is to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/ manually increase ( hours/minutes. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode. 32 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 33
satellite kit only available in the continental United States. 17. BAND: Press to toggle between AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band. 18. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band, tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 33 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 34
satellite kit only available in the continental United States. For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free 888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website at www.siriusradio.com 24. CD slot: Insert a CD, label side up. 34 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 35
radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception. • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights motion. 35 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 36
damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information. AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. 36 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 37
drive with the air flow selector in the O (OFF) position. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the rear seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. 37 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 38
the instrument panel. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. . 38 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 39
control of the cabin temperature settings (single zone) or allows the passenger to have control of their individual temperature settings (dual zone control). Press to enable turn on dual zone mode, press again to return to single zone. DUAL 39 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 40
AUTO. 14. Driver's side temperature control: Controls the temperature on the driver side of the vehicle. 15. Fan Speed: Used to manually enable or disable the fan speed. EXT 16. EXT: Displays the outside air in half-degree increments. 40 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 41
air flow selector in the OFF or with recirculated air engaged. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the rear seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base . 41 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 42
Mode selector: Press to select air flow direction to (Panel). or Directs air to the floor of the third row seating. directs air to front controls will determine the settings for the entire vehicle cabin. If set to O (OFF), the front and 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 43
Mode selector: Press to select 2 (Floor) between air flow to or (Panel). Directs air to the floor of the third row seating. directs air to the (OFF/LOCK) position. To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed, push the control again. 43 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 44
headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on. The foglamp will illuminate indicator light when foglamp is activated. Push the headlamp control towards the instrument panel to the or position • the parking brake must be disengaged. 44 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 45
exterior lights are switched on. Move the control to the full upright position (past detent) to turn on the interior lamps. Move the control to the full down position (past detent) to prevent interior lamps from illuminating when the doors are opened. A 45 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 46
at this height (masking tape works well). 3. Turn on the low beam headlamps. The brightest part of the light should be below the horizontal line (4). If it is above the line the headlamp will need to be adjusted. 4. Open the hood. 46 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 47
door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated up until the courtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF. The reading portion, the two outer lights, can only be toggled on and off at the lamp. 47 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 48
and an "E" for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. Using incorrect bulbs may damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty or may not provide quality bulb burn time. 48 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 49
1 211-2 Interior overhead lamp 1 912 (906) Front door courtesy 1 168 lamp Map lamps 2 168 (T10) Ashtray lamp 1 161 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer. 49 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 50
Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs Do not touch the glass of a halogen bulb. 1. Turn off the headlamps and open the hood. 2. Remove the two retainer pins, then pull headlamp forward. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. 4. Remove the bulb retaining ring. 50 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide ( - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 51
time the headlamps are operated. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs 1. Turn OFF the headlamps and open the hood. 2. Remove the two headlamp retainer pins, then pull the headlamp forward. 51 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 52
Lights 3. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly. 4. Carefully pull the old bulb out of the lamp assembly. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). Replacing side-mounted turn signal bulbs out. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 52 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 53
Lights Replacing front/rear side marker bulbs 1. Turn the headlamp switch to off. 2. Reach under the bumper and rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. 3. Pull the bulb straight out. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). Replacing tail/brake/turn/backup lamp bulbs 1. Turn the headlamp - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 54
Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then remove two the lamp assembly by depressing the snaps and pull the bulb straight out. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 54 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 55
wiper/washer position. control to either From either position, the control will automatically return to the INT 2 or OFF position. OFF INT2 INT1 OFF 55 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 56
away from the vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from steering column to its desired orientation. 56 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 57
to its original position to lock the steering column. Never adjust equipped) The rear side of the console may incorporate the following features: • Air vents • Cupholders (will pull up with break away feature) • Rear power way radios. 57 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 58
armrest to provide a flat load floor OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle's overhead console will vary according to your option package. 58 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 59
the button. • Place the transmitter into storage compartment, button down. • Place the provided height adaptors onto the back of the door as needed. • Close the door. • Press the depression in the door to activate the transmitter. 59 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 60
type of accessory or accessory bracket from the battery from being discharged, do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) 60 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 61
plug optional electrical accessories into the part of the rocker switch to close the window. One touch down Allows the driver's window to open fully without holding the control down. Press completely down on AUTO and release quickly. Press again to stop. 61 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 62
. To lock out all the window controls except for the driver's press the left side of the control. Press the right side to restore the window controls. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the cause damage to the glass and mirrors. 62 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 63
and the gearshift lever is in the P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal toward you or away from you. The adjustment allows for approximately 3 inches (71-76 mm) of maximum travel. 63 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 64
the accelerator pedal. on the 5. The indicator light instrument cluster will turn on. COAST RES SET brakes to reduce the speed. • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. 64 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 65
control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). 65 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 66
off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle's previously set speed. • Press the speed control to operate some radio and climate control features. 66 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 67
• DVD (if equipped). In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode: • Press MEM to select preset stations within the selected radio band. In CD mode: • Press MEM to select the next selection on the CD. In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjust volume. 67 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 68
ventilate the vehicle. Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves. 68 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 69
, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. When programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage. 69 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 70
the HomeLink. It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device the radio-frequency signal. 1. Press and hold the two outside buttons releasing only when the indicator light light in view. 70 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 71
light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a continuous light, proceed with Steps 6 through 8 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device. 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor .com or 1-800-355-3515. 71 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 72
, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. In the event that there are still programming difficulties, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 72 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 73
and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do COMPASS/TEMPERATURE DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED) Outside air temperature The outside temperature display is contained 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 74
3. Locate compass sensor mounted at base of mirror. 4. Press the button on the top of the compass module until ZONE appears in the instrument cluster display. 5. Release pressure on the button and then slowly press it down again. 74 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 75
accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Start the vehicle. 2. Locate compass sensor mounted at base potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime. 75 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post- - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 76
, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment in this section. Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four 76 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 77
voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Turn ignition to the ON position start the compass calibration function. 77 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 78
level during fill-up • Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations • Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another • Rounding of the in the message center following calculation. 78 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 79
your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition a running average fuel economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. Distance to empty 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 80
Autolamp Delay • Oil Change • Language • AWD Lock (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac with RSC only) System check Selecting this 4. ADVTRAC 5. ENGINE TEMP 6. OIL PRESSURE 7. TIRE PRESSURE SYSTEM (if equipped) 8. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 9. CHARGING SYSTEM 80 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 81
delay time. Oil Change 1. Select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to reset oil change. 81 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 82
AWD lock (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTracி with RSC only) Select this function from the SETUP menu to display the AWD locked turn the AWD system to the LOCKED mode. System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 83
Low fuel level Check fuel cap Check charging system Low brake fluid level Low oil pressure Warning-tire very low (if equipped) ETC-engine failsafe mode AWD disabled lock (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac with RSC only) 83 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 84
AWD Disabled (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac with RSC only) Low washer fluid level Door ajar Change oil soon Oil change required TEMPORARY AWD LOCK (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac with RSC only). Displayed when the AWD system automatically locks to prevent damage from overheating. AWD LOCK - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 85
AWD DISABLED LOCK (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac with RSC only). Displayed when the AWD you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling your tires for proper air pressure, leaks and damage servicing dealership. 85 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 86
, contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. For further information, refer to AdvanceTrac stability enhancement system in the Driving chapter. AWD DISABLED (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac with RSC only). Displayed for 4 seconds then SEE OWNER'S MANUAL will display indicating that - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 87
4. Press RESET and SETUP controls at the same time for 2 seconds, to activate a service mode which will display "OIL LIFE XX% RESET TO ALTER". 5. Press RESET to decrement Oil life • Charging system • Door sensor • Washer fluid • Brake fluid 87 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 88
lamp shield. To lock the liftgate and the liftgate window, use the power door locks or press the door lock switch on the left side of the cargo area. To manually lock or unlock the liftgate, move the button located below the window down or up. 88 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 89
this warning may result in personal injury or damage to your vehicle. Make sure the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will in the floor of the rear cargo area. 89 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 90
possible to distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible. Use the tie down loops (on the thumbwheels) to secure the load. 90 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 91
under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increase risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 91 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 92
prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle. With the key in any ignition position, the driver's door will automatically unlock if it is locked using the power lock control on the driver's door panel while the driver's door is open. 92 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 93
entry transmitter is approximately 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. 93 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 94
to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. Locking the doors/liftgate 1. Press and release to lock all the doors and liftgate. The lamps will flash. Note: If any door, the liftgate or the liftgate glass are not closed properly, the lamps will not flash. 94 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 95
when the ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) or 2 (ACC) position. Memory seats/adjustable door panel to which you would like to associate with the seat 1 2 and Driver 1 or Driver 2 positions. 4. Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired. 95 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 96
to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity. 5. Snap the two halves back together. 96 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 97
have passed you will need to start the procedure over again. 7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed. 8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter. 97 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 98
with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF set code cannot be reprogrammed. 98 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 99
and locking the doors, liftgate and liftgate window using keyless entry To unlock the driver's door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each other. The interior lamps will illuminate. 99 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 100
(if equipped). Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the anti-theft system is not armed, ignition is off, and all vehicle doors, liftgate and liftgate window are closed. 100 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 101
once to confirm the procedure is complete. Keyless entry key pad procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. 2. Close all the doors, the liftgate and liftgate window. 3. Enter 5-digit the Driver Controls chapter. 101 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 102
" condition. instructions OFF/LOCK) problem occurs with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service. 102 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 103
Locks and Security Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 2 (ACCESSORY) of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealer. Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 104
) into the ignition. 8. Turn the ignition from the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position to the 3 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the will not start your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off, and you may repeat Steps 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 105
restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. The head restraints can be moved up and down. 105 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 106
and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. 106 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 107
Seating and Safety Restraints Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. seat (if equipped) The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. 107 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 108
located on the driver door. • To program light will briefly illuminate. While the light is illuminated, press control 1. • To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using control 2. • To program position three, push buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously. 108 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 109
into the ignition. Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) For more lumbar support, turn the lumbar support control toward the front of vehicle. For less lumbar support, turn the lumbar support control toward the rear of vehicle. 109 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 110
the rear seat is equipped with adjustable head restraints, they should be placed in the full down position before folding the seat back down. 110 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 111
The seatback will click when it is locked into position. Folding down the 40/20 down position and no objects such as books, purses or briefcases are on the on the side of the seat cushion by the door. 2. Pull forward on the upper portion of 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 112
seat back is released. 4. Bring the seat back to an upright position. The seatback should lock into position. Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any event of a sudden stop or collision. 112 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 113
Seating and Safety Restraints Note: If the seat back is "locked out" and cannot return to the upright position, repeat Step 2 and unlatch the seat from or empty. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. 113 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 114
seatback toward the rear of the vehicle. 2. Rotate the seatback until you hear a click, locking it in the upright position. Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that event of a sudden stop or collision. 114 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 115
seat release lever located on top of the seatback while pushing the seatback down onto the seat cushion. 2. The seatback will latch into place. 115 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 116
and shoulder belts in both seating positions. For information on the proper operation of the safety restraints, refer to Safety restraints in this chapter. 116 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 117
and indicator lights. How does conditions. The fact that the pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front seat occupants in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the Personal Safety System determined 117 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 118
the accident conditions (crash the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seat position. The system is designed to help the safety belts firmly against the occupant's body during frontal collisions, and in side collisions 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 119
problem and warning light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced be properly restrained. 119 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 120
an energy management feature at the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision. 120 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 121
is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in the tongue from the buckle. • Front and rear seats 121 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 122
allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives children later in this chapter. 122 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 123
mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 123 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 124
that the "automatic locking retractor" feature for replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front airbags or Safety Canopy and safety belt pretensioners. Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter. 124 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 125
sure it is locked in place. Position that can be added (part number 611C22). This assembly light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 125 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 126
the safety belt indicator light activate. is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding...The driver's safety belt is buckled The BeltMinder feature will not before the ignition switch is turned activate. to the ON position... 126 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 127
reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts (All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given..."Crashes are rare events" Consider don't work" "Traffic is light" "Belts wrinkle my clothes" "The people I'm with don't wear belts" 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ( - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 128
will be disabled for that ignition cycle only. Deactivating/activating the BeltMinderி feature Before following the procedure, make sure that: • the parking brake is set • the deactivation/activation programming procedure. 128 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 129
with the safety belt warning light off, then followed by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds again. 9. After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is complete. 129 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 130
belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. For proper care of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 130 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 131
the upright position. Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury. 131 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 132
Seating and Safety Restraints Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Modifications to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body structure and non-Ford tow hooks may - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 133
deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control. 133 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 134
until the problem and/or light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 134 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 135
instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. Do not lean your head on the door. The Safety Canopy could injure you as it deploys from the headliner. Do not attempt to service, repair Canopy. 135 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 136
the side doors to allow Safety Canopy deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. • Two side crash sensors mounted at the base of the is detected by the rollover sensor. 136 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 137
The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. 137 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 138
be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 139
fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety kg) (about 8 to 12 years old). 139 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 140
a seating position that adequately supports your child's head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb. (18 kg). 140 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 141
of the child. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. 141 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 142
in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automatic locking mode (passenger side instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. 142 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 143
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. 143 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 144
, 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 retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 144 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 145
an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap. The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as shown below. 145 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 146
of the 5 passenger vehicle, the tether straps may be attached to either of the tether anchors located at the rear of the cargo area. 146 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 147
Seating and Safety Restraints • Behind 2nd row seat • At the rear of the cargo area 147 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 148
LATCH anchors or safety belts. Follow the instructions in this chapter. 6. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions. If the safety seat is not with tether straps in this chapter. 148 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 149
section of the second row seat between the cushion and seat back. The LATCH anchors are below the locator symbols on the seat back. 149 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 150
seat manufacturer's instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. Two plastic LATCH guides can be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. They being injured in a crash greatly increases. 150 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 151
equipped with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels to power itself. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 151 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 152
for concern. Do not become overconfident in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than two-wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. 152 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 153
and unloaded condition. These Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. 153 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 154
, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service, but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them. 154 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 155
INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat. 155 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 156
inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. Inspecting your tires stem, it may become damaged and cause an air leak. Use a tire gauge to check to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 157
located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure 157 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 158
door for the recommended spare tire pressure. 6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln Mercury 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 159
, have a flat serviced by a dealer or a qualified technician in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensor, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. 159 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 160
spare tire/wheel can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability 160 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 161
spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily; instead, gradually decrease the wheel chock provided with your vehicle. 161 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 162
are stowed in the following locations: Location Under the vehicle, just in front of the rear bumper. The spare tire winch drive nut is located at the rear center of the cargo area under 3. Remove the tools from the provided bag. 162 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 163
the lug wrench on the winch drive nut. The wrench will stop moving and forward resistance to turning will be felt when properly engaged. 163 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 164
vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other end pad. 2. Loosen each wheel lug nut by half a turn, but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 164 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 165
grommet on the lug nut wrench and into the square hole on the other side. 4. Position the jack according to the illustrated guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 1 inch (25 mm) off the ground. 165 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 166
of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Stowing the flat/spare tire Note: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or loss of spare tire. 1. Lay 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 167
lock and key, be sure to install the spare tire lock into the bumper drive tube with the spare tire lock key and jack handle. 6. Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing . Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. 167 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 168
the wheel and the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that contacts the wheel. Installing Rim Association (T&RA), that may be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. Note: If your tire size does not begin 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 169
for extended periods of time under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. The tires on your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure. These speed always use the letters ZR. 169 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 170
temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. 170 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 171
on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/Load Inflation Limits: Indicates the 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 172
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. 172 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 173
reduce the ability of tread to grip the road in adverse (wet, snowy, etc.) conditions. Visually check your tires for uneven wear, looking for high and low areas or unusually smooth temperatures requiring the tire to be replaced. 173 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 174
your tires and should be corrected by a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. 174 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 175
life. Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximately every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 175 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 176
qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Note: Your and adjusted to the vehicle requirements. 176 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 177
Monitoring System warning light is lit, door. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually you always have your tires serviced by a dealer or qualified replaced whenever the sensor is removed to minimize air leaks. 177 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 178
increases 2 psi above the "Light ON" threshold, then the TPMS light will turn OFF. Once the light is illuminated, your tires are under repaired and remounted on your vehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section. 178 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 179
the manufacturer's recommended air pressure as shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label (located on the driver's door or the B-Pillar), low time warning light is still present, have the system inspected by your servicing dealership. 179 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 180
mode to conserve battery life and therefore only transmit about once an hour. If you inflate your tires under these conditions, the light could take up to low warning light is on, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. If one or more 180 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 181
. • Do not use cables or chains on dry roads. • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with tire cables or chains on your vehicle. 181 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 182
weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle's Safety Compliance Certification Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 182 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 183
found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. Look for "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 183 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 184
Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight - includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 184 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 185
Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR. Towing Guide provided by your dealership. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 185 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide ( - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 186
the edge of the driver's door. The GVW must never exceed brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers where the GCW of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle. The GCW must never exceed the GCWR. 186 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 187
driver only (150 lb. [68 kg]). Consult your dealership (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership) for more detailed information. Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight units (635-340 (5 x 68) = 295 kg.) 187 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 188
be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. The on the edge of the driver's door. 188 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 189
transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to the severe duty schedule in the scheduled maintenance guide. • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 500 miles (800 km). 189 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 190
Tires, Wheels and Loading • Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. Do not a trailer over 3,500 lb. (1,588 kg.) requires a weight distributing hitch. 190 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 191
and instructions on bumper. Use a load carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10-15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue, not to exceed the maximum tongue loads as stated: • Class II receiver: 350 lb. (159 kg) 191 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 192
follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are when you are towing on long, steep grades. 192 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 193
• Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for Driving chapter.) • Under extreme conditions with large frontal trailers, high and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur. Servicing after 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 194
of the driveshaft can cause transmission fluid loss, damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission components. AWD vehicles: Vehicles equipped with AWD cannot be towed with any wheels on the ground as vehicle damage may occur. 194 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 195
belts. For more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 195 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 196
turning the key to 4 (START). Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. light may not illuminate. • If the driver's safety belt is fastened, the 196 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 197
. This condition may occur air intake system. Such fluid could cause immediate explosive damage to the engine and possible personal injury. If you should experience cold weather starting problems on E85 ethanol, and neither an alternative 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 198
may be worn-out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician. 198 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 199
the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled, ! P normal braking is still effective. (If your BRAKE warning lamp BRAKE illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately.) Brake Assist (if equipped as part of the AdvanceTrac - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 200
fail, the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in 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. 200 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 201
steering control if the vehicle begins to slide excessively left or right or spin out. AdvanceTrac will attempt to correct the sliding motion by applying brake force at individual tires and, if necessary, by reducing engine power. 201 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 202
vehicles with a message center, the message "ADVANCETRAC OFF" will be displayed. If a failure is detected in the AdvanceTrac/Roll Stability Control system, the warning indicator light in the instrument cluster will stay on. If the 202 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 203
• The AdvanceTrac indicator light will flash • If your foot is on the brake pedal, you will feel a vibration in the pedal. • If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake, the brake pedal will move to apply higher brake forces. You may also hear a whoosh of air from under - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 204
steer the vehicle manually, but it conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 204 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 205
ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the key. 2. Locate the access plug to the brake-shift interlock override. It is located on the underside of the steering column. 205 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 206
to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. 206 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 207
service or repair, the transmission will need to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters, much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. 207 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 208
braking. • Use when driving conditions braking on downgrades. 1 (First) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever. • Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First) when vehicle reaches slower speeds. 208 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 209
gears, stopping between shifts in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is moving 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 210
the RSS. Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with sharp objects). If the sensors are covered, it will affect the accuracy of the RSS. 210 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 211
perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles AWD vehicles are specially equipped for up or damaging underbody components. 211 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 212
steering and braking control of your conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 212 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 213
lightly LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 214
), the system indicator light may illuminate depending on how much air is released from your tires and/or how long you drive the vehicle under these conditions. Avoid excessive speed because way you came if you proceed with caution. 214 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 215
in our nations wilderness areas. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly." 215 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 216
you will use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other side. Do not drive in reverse over a hill without the has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Do not "pump" the brakes. 216 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 217
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 - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 218
water, traction or brake capability may be limited. Also, water may enter your engine's air intake and severely 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. 218 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 219
has a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer's responsibility) • fuel delivery (2.0 gallons [7.5L], maximum two occurrences within 12 month period) • towing of your disabled vehicle to the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership, or your - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 220
through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Similarly in vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists. Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery. FUEL PUMP 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 221
in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. 15 221 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 222
Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Cartridge maxi fuses Blue - Pink Green Red Yellow - - Mini fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Maxi fuses Yellow - Green Orange Red Blue Tan Natural 222 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 223
fuse panel box. 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 2 3 4 5 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 223 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 224
Driver power lumbar Moonroof Radio, Amplifier, DVD Front Manual climate control, TPMS Delayed accessory relay coil/Battery Body Security Module (BSM), PATS LED Instrument cluster, Compass, Flasher coil ABS, IVD Controller 18 19 20 10A 10A 5A 21 22 224 5A 10A 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 225
lamps Radio (Start) Digital transmission range sensor, PWR feed to fuse #28 (Start feed) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), DEATC climate controller, Manual climate control, Manual climate control temp blend actuator 26 27 7.5A 7.5A 28 29 30 5A 10A 5A 225 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 226
. See your dealer or a certified technician for service of this relay box. Fuse/Relay Location Relay 1 Relay 2 Relay 3 Relay 4 Relay 5 Relay 6 Relay 7 Description Flasher Rear defrost Delayed accessory Open Battery saver Open Open 226 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 227
the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 227 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 228
accessory, Power windows, Audio Power point #2 Not used Power point #1 ABS module (valves) Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Ignition relay, Starter relay Trailer tow battery charge, Trailer tow turn signals Not used Memory (PCM/DEATC/Cluster), Courtesy lamps 228 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 229
pedals (non-memory) Not used Blower motor A/C clutch relay, Transmission HEGO, VMV, CMS, ESM, CVS Injectors, Fuel pump relay coil PCM power Coil on plug (4.6L engine only), Ignition coil (4.0L engine only) Right low beam Left low beam 229 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 230
Distribution Box Description Front foglamps Brake pressure switch (non-AdvanceTrac vehicles) High beams Horn relay Fuel pump relay High beam relay Front fog lamps relay Not used A/C clutch relay Trailer tow right turn relay Trailer tow left turn relay Blower motor relay Starter relay PCM relay - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 231
VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. 231 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 232
all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 232 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 233
Emergencies 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - - + + - + + 233 - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 234
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. Jump starting 1. Start the from the ground metal surface. 234 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - + + - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 235
Roadside Emergencies 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - - + - + + + 235 - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 236
from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 236 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 237
incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. 237 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 238
. In the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, MI 48121 1-800-392-3673 (FORD) (TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952) www.customersaskford.com In Canada: Customer Relationship Centre 238 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 239
(U.S.). In some states (in the U.S.) 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. 239 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 240
following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. 240 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 241
. Eligibility may differ according to state law. For example, see the unique brochures for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers/lessees. Board membership The Board consists of: • Three consumer representatives 241 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 242
and Lincoln Mercury dealership management, the application in the DSB brochure and mail it to the serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 243
a DSB Brochure/Application For a brochure/application, speak 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). 243 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 244
repair costs after your Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty expires. You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com. 244 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 245
cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any your vehicle back into the U.S. If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America 245 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 246
cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. 246 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 247
• Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. The paint sealant will "gray" or stain the parts over time. 247 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 248
door repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions brake dust and dirt, could wear away the clearcoat finish over time. • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 248 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 249
• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 4.0L SOHC V6 Engine 4.6L V8 Engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. 249 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 250
contamination of the air bag system. • Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces. 250 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 251
with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. These body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 251 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide ( - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 252
Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer has many quality equivalent quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) Motorcraft Car Wash (Canada only) (CXC-21) Motorcraft Custom and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 252 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 253
the key. 3. Block the wheels. Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 253 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 254
to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. 254 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 255
4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Power steering fluid reservoir 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Power distribution box 6. Battery 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Air filter assembly 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 255 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 256
4.6L V8 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Battery 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Engine oil filler cap 8. Air filter assembly 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 256 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 257
system components. Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the windshield. 257 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 258
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 indicator (dipstick). • 4.0L V6 engine 258 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 259
Maintenance and Specifications • 4.6L V8 engine 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the MIN mark, add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN-MAX range . • 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 259 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 260
and Specifications • 4.6L V8 engine • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 261
engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty. Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. 261 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 262
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 brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. 262 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 263
which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper ventilation. 263 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 264
your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned. If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected. 264 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 265
antifreeze tester (such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014-R1060). The falls below, add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section. 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 266
). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If the , until the appropriate fill level is obtained. 266 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 267
if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to vehicle service location. In this instance, the cooling system must be drained and refilled with 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 268
overflow system, fill the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed (until "clicks" are heard). (Cap must be in engine overheating and possible engine damage. 268 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 269
Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Refill 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 270
GAUGE (if equipped) will illuminate. • The Service engine soon indicator light will illuminate. If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. When - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 271
take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as injury or death if misused or mishandled. 271 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 272
the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. 272 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 273
flow avoid injuries to you and others: Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; Turn off your engine when you additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Studies indicate that these additives can 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 274
Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are (R+M)/2 METHOD using fuel with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage. Unleaded Gasoline - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 275
inside of your fuel filler door. When checking the VIN, problems persist below this temperature, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated "cleaner-burning" gasolines to improve air 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 276
appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used. 276 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 277
of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Refill capacities section of this chapter. The advertised capacity is the amount accurate if your filling method is consistent. 277 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 278
will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle's fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts ; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop. 278 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 279
reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel Conditions • accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 280
km) expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped of your vehicle and to its emissions system. 280 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 281
. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check engine/Service engine soon light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.) 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. 281 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 282
vehicle may not pass the I/M test with the Check engine/Service engine soon light on. If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a "not ready for I/M test" condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 283
Maintenance and Specifications • 4.0L SOHC V6 engine • 4.6L V8 engine 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the the correct operating range. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. 283 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 284
changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 284 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 285
. The customer warranty may be voided for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used. TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 285 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 286
the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be necessary. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 4.6L 3V V8 engine Air filter element FA-1695 FA-1695 Fuel filter 2C5E-9155-BB 2C5E-9155-BB Battery BXT-65-650 BXT - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 287
or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 288
fluid Ford Part Application Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) All AWD 4.0L SOHC V6 engine without auxiliary climate control 4.0L SOHC V6 engine with auxiliary climate control 4.6L V8 engine without auxiliary climate control 4.6L V8 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 289
the axle has been serviced. 5 Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only have the API Certification mark and meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A (4.0L) or WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L). 289 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 290
Motorcraft High Hydraulic brake Performance DOT PM-1 fluid 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Driveshaft, slip Premium Long spline, universal Life Grease XG-1-C or XG-1-K joints Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 291
maintenance information to determine the correct service interval. Limited-slip differentials must add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent to the rear axle whenever the axle has been serviced. 2 291 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 292
, rear 61.3 (1556.5) * P245/65R17 tire with roof rack 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 245 87 octane 1-4-2-5-3-6 EDIS 0.052-0.056 inch (1.32-1.42mm) 9.7:1 4.6L V8 engine 281 87 octane 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 EDIS 0.052-0.056 inch (1.32-1.42mm) 9.4:1 292 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 293
Maintenance and Specifications 4 1 3 5 2 293 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 294
by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of the driver's door. Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 294 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 295
on the Safety Compliance Certification Label . The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Code V Description Five-speed automatic (5R55S) 295 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 296
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Mercury's rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Mercury Accessory found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 297
not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in the area of the driver's side hood. • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 297 2005 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 298
...290, 292 refill capacities ...287 B Battery ...263 298 acid, treating emergencies ...263 jumping a disabled battery ...231 maintenance-free ...263 replacement, specifications ...286 servicing ...263 BeltMinder ...126 Brakes ...198 anti-lock ...199 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...199 - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 299
Air conditioning or Heating) ...39 Clock adjust 6-CD in dash ...23, 27, 32 AM/FM/CD ...18 Compass, electronic ...73-74 calibration ...75 set zone adjustment ...74, 77 Console ...57 overhead ...58-59 rear ...58 Controls power seat ...107 steering column ...66 Coolant checking and adding ...265 refill - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 300
service points ...255-256 starting after a collision ...220 Engine block heater ...198 Engine oil ...258 checking and adding ...258 dipstick ...258 filter, specifications ...261, 286 recommendations ...261 refill lights ...44 flash to pass ...45 high beam ...45 Heating heating and air conditioning - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 301
...88, 95 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...199 Limited-slip axle ...211 Load limits ...182 Loading instructions ...189 Locks autolock ...100 childproof ...93 doors ...92 Lubricant specifications ...290, 292 Lug nuts ...167 Luggage rack ...90 Lumbar support, seats ...107 - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 302
227 Power door locks ...92 Power mirrors ...62 Power point ...60-61 Power steering ...204 fluid, checking and adding ...282 fluid, refill capacity ... 120-123 for children ...138-139 safety belt maintenance ...130 warning light and chime ...125-126 Safety seats for children ...141 Safety Compliance - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 303
...194 trailer towing ...189 wrecker ...237 Transfer case fluid checking ...285 Transmission ...205 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...205 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...284 fluid, refill capacities ...287 lubricant specifications ..290, 292 Trunk ...95 Turn signal ...47 V Vehicle dimensions - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 304
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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AM/FM stereo 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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Auxiliary passenger climate control
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Rear window defroster
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Lights
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
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Power windows
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Locks and Security
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Anti-theft system
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Table of Contents
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2005 Mountaineer
(mnt)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)