2008 Mercury Grand Marquis Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing - Page 2

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 INTERIOR FEATURES 1| HEADLAMP CONTROL 4| TRACTION CONTROL™ (If equipped) The Traction Control™ system allows your vehicle to make better use of available traction on slippery surfaces, especially snow and ice covered roads. If you get stuck in snow or ice or on a very slippery road surface, try switching the system off temporarily.This may allow excess wheel spin to "dig" the vehicle out and enable a successful "rocking" maneuver. Remember to switch the system on again once the vehicle is not stuck.The traction control indicator flashes during a Traction Control™ system event. 9| OVERDRIVE The normal driving position for the best fuel economy with your automatic transmission is Overdrive. It will increase your fuel economy when cruising at a constant speed for an extended period of time. Overdrive: Overdrive on (off switch not depressed) is the normal driving position and also provides the best fuel economy. To deactivate Overdrive: If your vehicle is equipped with a columnshift transmission, press the transmission control switch located on the end of the gearshift lever. 2008 GRAND MARQUIS Thank you for choosing the Mercury Grand Marquis. This luxurious sedan will give you and your passengers room to stretch out, whether your trips take you around the corner or across the country. En route, you're sure to appreciate responsive V8 power, rear-wheel drive performance and the added confidence of advanced safety features. Your new Grand Marquis also has many sophisticated features designed for your comfort, convenience and security. This guide will help you get acquainted with them. (For a comprehensive review of all vehicle features, please take time to review your Owner's Guide.) We wish you and yours many pleasant miles. Headlamps:The first position clockwise will illuminate the parking lamps, instrument panel, license plate and tail lamps.The second position clockwise will illuminate the headlamps. Autolamps:Turn the control counterclockwise to have the light-sensitive system automatically control your headlamps. High Beams: Your high beam controls are located in your turn signal stalk. Push it forward to activate your high beams; pull it towards you to deactivate. Daytime Running Lamps Feature (If equipped):This feature automatically turns on the high beam headlamps with reduced output whenever the key is in the ON position, the transmission is not in PARK, and the low beam headlamps are not on. Dimmer:To adjust the brightness of your instrument panel, rotate the dimmer control to the left or right. Fog Lamps (If equipped):To turn on the fog lamps when the headlamps or autolamps are selected, pull out the headlamp switch. 5| ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ABS provides enhanced security by detecting wheel lockup in hard braking situations.The light will illuminate when you start your engine; however, if it stays on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, see your dealership's service department immediately. (Wheels sometimes accumulate brake dust. Clean them with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner, available from your authorized Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer.) 10| REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER Push to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog.The defroster turns off automatically after a predetermined amount of time, or when the ignition is turned OFF. 6| SPEED CONTROL 2| ADJUSTABLE PEDALS (If equipped) Your accelerator and brake pedals can be adjusted within approximately 2.5" of original placement to provide you with an extra measure of driving comfort. Stop your vehicle, put the gearshift lever in P (Park) and press the rocker control to adjust the pedals towards you or away from you; adjust until you find the position that offers the greatest comfort and control. To engage your speed control, press ON.To set a speed, accelerate to the desired speed and press SET +.To return to a previously set speed, press RESUME.To disengage, depress the brake pedal or press OFF.To set a higher speed, press and hold SET +; release when you've reached the desired speed. 11| CLOCK (If equipped with Single CD Premium Audio System) Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed. Press SEL-TEXT to decrease hours/minutes, and press SEL-TEXT to increase hours/minutes. 7| CHECK ENGINE 3| TURN SIGNAL AND WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER Push the stalk down to activate your left turn signal; push up to activate the right turn signal. Rotate the windshield wiper control forward or backward to the desired interval - low- or high-speed position. Rotate the control forward for fast intervals; backward for slow intervals. Push the end of the stalk to activate the washer fluid. For a longer wash cycle, push and hold. It's normal for warning and control lights to illuminate when you start your engine. If the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at your first available opportunity. If the light is flashing, it indicates engine misfire, which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive cautiously (avoiding heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Electronic Automatic Temperature Control System (If equipped) 8| STEERING WHEEL, RADIO AND CLIMATE CONTROLS (If equipped) Radio control features: Press VOL up (+) or down (-) to adjust the volume. In radio mode, press NEXT to select the next station stored in the memory presets. In tape or CD mode, press NEXT to listen to the next selection or track. Climate Control features: Press TEMP up (+) or down (-) to adjust the temperature. Press AUTOMATIC and use the temperature controls to select the temperature you prefer. This system will then heat or cool to achieve that temperature, determining fan speed, airflow location and choosing between use of outside or recirculated air. You can, at any time, override the automatic operation by manually changing the fan speed, temperature, etc.To return to automatic control, press AUTOMATIC. Press OUTSIDETEMP to display the outside temperature.Please consult your Owner's Guide for details.