2008 Mercury Mountaineer Quick Reference Guide 2nd Printing - Page 1

INSTRUMENT PANEL The 2008 Mercury Mountaineer was engineered to enhance the way you live and help you handle your driving environment. Your new vehicle is equipped with many sophisticated features - some that you will find to be intuitive, while others may be new to you. Please take a few moments to familiarize yourself with your new Mercury Mountaineer by reading this Quick Reference Guide, which discusses features, specifications and general instruction. For detailed information, refer to your Owner's Guide. Use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your attention off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Only use non-essential features and devices when it is safe to do so. This vehicle handles differently from an ordinary passenger car in driving conditions which may occur on streets and highways and off-road. DRIVE WITH CARE AND WEAR A SAFETY BELT AT ALL TIMES. Ford urges you to read the Owner's Guide and Driving Your SUV or Truck Supplement for detailed information on safe driving precautions and instructions. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Headlamp Control The headlamp control is located on the lower left portion of the instrument panel. The first clockwise position controls the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. The second clockwise position controls the headlamps. Pull the control out to activate the fog lamps and aid visibility in fog, snow or rain. The autolamps feature automatically activates/ deactivates your headlamps as necessary. To use the autolamps feature, rotate the control counterclockwise; to deactivate the feature, place the control in the O (Off) position. 2 Parking Brake Release Pull the release lever to release the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake engaged will cause the brakes to wear out prematurely and reduce fuel economy. The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle. However, if normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency. Because 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. 3 Turn Signal and Wiper/ Washer Control Move the control down to activate your left turn signal; move the control up to activate your right turn signal. To use your windshield wipers, push the end of the stalk briefly to cause a single swipe of the wipers. With a quick push and hold, the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid. With a long push and hold, the wipers and fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds. Rotate the windshield wiper control upward for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals. The control ring on the right side of the control operates the rear window wiper; rotate the control to the INT1 (8-10 second interval) or INT2 (3-4 second interval) position to activate the rear window wiper. To wash the rear window, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washer control to either position. 4 Speed Control To engage speed control, press ON then press and release SET +. To set a higher speed, press and hold SET +, then release the control when you have reached your desired speed. To set a lower speed, press and hold SET - until you have reached your desired speed, or depress the brake pedal and press the SET + control. To return to a previously set speed press RES.To disengage speed controls, depress the brake pedal or press OFF. 5 Service Engine Soon Light The Service Engine Soon indicator light is located in the instrument cluster and illuminates when the engine is started. If the light remains illuminated, it may signal a problem with the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage the vehicle's catalytic converter. If this occurs, drive in a moderate fashion and have your vehicle serviced immediately by an authorized dealer. 6 Message Center With the ignition in the ON position, the message center, located in the instrument cluster, displays important vehicle information through a constant monitoring of vehicle systems. The message center displays features such as trip odometer, compass, distance to empty, average fuel economy and a language selector. It also provides vehicle system checks and will notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings. 7 Hazard Flasher Control The hazard flasher is located on the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. Press the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash; press the control again to deactivate the feature. 8 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light When the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) warning light is lit, one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. You should stop and check the tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure, as indicated on the vehicle's tire label, located on the driver's door jamb or the edge of the driver's door. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire may cause the tire to overheat and can eventually lead to tire failure. Note: Outside temperatures affect tire pressure; refer to the Owner's Guide for additional tire information. 9 ABS Warning Light Your anti-lock braking system (ABS) detects the onset of wheel lockup during brake applications and helps prevent wheels from locking during extreme braking situations. The ABS warning light will illuminate when you start the vehicle's engine. If the light remains illuminated, continues to flash, or fails to illuminate, see an authorized dealer's service department immediately. 10 Power Adjustable Foot Pedals ( if equipped) Press and hold the control to adjust the position of the accelerator and brake pedal toward or away from you, to a maximum of three (3) inches of travel. The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P (Park) position. 11 Gearshift / Overdrive (O/D) Control Overdrive is the normal driving position for the best fuel economy, and can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the side of the gearshift lever. This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive, provides engine braking, and should be used when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O/D to other gears, such as city traffic, hilly terrain and trailer towing. 12 AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability ControlTM (RSC) Stability Enhancement System The AdvanceTrac® with RSC system enhances your vehicle's stability during maneuvers that require all available tire traction, like in wet/ snowy/icy road conditions and/or when performing emergency maneuvers. In an emergency lane change, the driver may experience better overall vehicle traction, and have better control of the vehicle. The AdvanceTrac® with RSC button allows the driver to turn off certain features of the AdvanceTrac® with RSC system for vehicle speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h). To deactivate, please refer to the Owner's Guide for additional information. 13 Heated Windshield (if equipped) The heated windshield control is located on the instrument panel just under the climate controls behind the gear shift lever. To activate the heated windshield, push the control. During initial start-up, the windshield may have a shimmering appearance. This is normal operation and will only last for approximately one minute. The heated windshield will turn off automatically after a period of eight minutes if the outside temperature is below 40°F or a period of four minutes when the outside temperature is above 40°F or when the engine is turned off. To manually turn off the heated windshield before the specified time has passed, push the control switch again. 14 Heated Seats (if equipped) The heated seat control is located in the lower center of the instrument panel. To operate the heated seats, push the control to activate and push again to deactivate. Auxiliary Input Jack Your vehicle is equipped with an Auxiliary Input Jack located inside the console bin. This allows you to plug and play auxiliary audio devices. Press AUX repeatedly on your audio system to access. When LINE IN appears in the display, plug in your auxiliary audio device. For more detailed information, please refer to your Owner's Guide. USB Port (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a USB port inside your center console as part of the SYNC option. This feature allows you to plug in your media playing devices among other options. For more detailed information, please refer to "Using your USB port" in the SYNC supplement or in the SYNC section of the Navigation Supplement. HomeLink® Wireless Control System (if equipped) Located on the overhead console, the Homelink® system provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. To set the HomeLink® Wireless Control System, refer to your Owner's Guide. To operate, press and release the appropriate HomeLink® button. Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, gate opener, security system, entry door lock, home or office lighting, etc.). SYNC Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC - a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC Supplement or to the SYNC section in the Navigation Supplement. Please also feel free to visit www.SyncMyRide.com. Seating 2nd Row Seats: The second row seats are designed for maximum utility. They can be positioned in up to three unique configurations: Upright (seating) position, Cargo mode, and E-Z entry mode (if equipped with 3rd row seat). Before folding down the 2nd row seats, ensure that no objects such as books, purses, or briefcases are on the floor in front of or under the seat. 1. Lower the head restraints by pulling on the strap. 2. Locate the recline handle on the side of the seat cushion by the door. 3. Pull up on the handle and push the seatback forward toward the front of the vehicle. To place the 2nd row 60/40 seats in cargo mode: (if equipped with a 3rd row seat) 1. Fold down the 2nd row seat as indicated. 2. Lift the cargo mode lever located on the back of the seatback to kneel the seat down and get a flat loading floor. A moderate force may be required to move the seat forward and down. To return to the upright (seating) position from cargo mode: 1. Push the seat rearward until the latch is engaged. (A moderate force may be required to move the seat). 2. Return the seatback to the upright position. Note: The seatback cannot be returned to the upright position until the seat is returned from the cargo mode position and latched. If the seatback will not raise, reposition the seat into cargo mode and try lifting it again. To enter the 3rd row seat: (if equipped) 1. Fold the seatback down (as indicated) and release the side handle. 2. Pull the side handle up again until the rear of the seat releases from the floor. 3. Rotate the seat upward and away from the 3rd row. To return the 2nd row seat to the upright (seating) position from E-Z entry mode: 1. Return the seat from the E-Z entry position and latch it to the floor. 2. Bring the seat back to an upright position. Note: If the seatback will not return to the upright position, tumble the seat forward again and then re-latch it to the floor. Be sure that cargo or other objects are not trapped underneath the seatback. 3rd Row Seats: (if equipped) Before folding the 3rd row seats, ensure that no objects such as books, purses or briefcases are on the seat cushions and that the seat belts are unbuckled. 1. Fold the head restraints down by pulling on the strap located under the restraint. 2. Pull up on the handle located behind the seatback while pushing the seatback forward and down into the seat cushion. Note: For 3rd row power folding seat (if equipped), the control buttons are located on the driver-side rear quarter trim panel (accessible from the liftgate area). Be sure to fold the head restraints before powering the 3rd row seat into the folded position. To return the 3rd row seats to the upright (seating) position: 1. Pull up on the handle located on the seatback, rotating the seatback upward until you hear a click, locking it in the upright position. 2. Lift up on the head restraint until it locks into its original position. A C Remote Entry System The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors and the liftgate, open the liftgate window without a key, and activate the panic alarm. Press control C and release to unlock the driver's door. Press and release again within three seconds to unlock the passenger doors, the liftgate and liftgate glass. Press control A and release to lock all the doors, liftgate and liftgate glass. Press control D to unlatch the liftgate window. Press control B to activate the alarm. The horn will sound and the parking lamps will flash for a maximum of three minutes. Press the control again or turn the ignition to the ON position to deactivate. Press control C to automatically move the seat and adjustable pedals* to the desired memory position*. The remote entry system can also control the memory seat/adjustable pedals/ easy entry-exit feature*. Car Finder Press twice within 3 seconds. The horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash. It is recommended that this method be used to locate your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm. For more information, refer to your Owner's Guide. *if equipped B D Power Deployable Running Boards (if equipped) The deployable running boards automatically move when the doors are opened to assist with entering and exiting the vehicle. With automatic power deploy, the running boards will extend down when the doors are opened, and with automatic power stow, the running boards will return to the stowed position when the doors are closed. To enable/disable the power running board feature, refer to the Message Center section of your Owner's Guide.