Mercury Mystique (2000 year). Manual — part 14

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License plate lamp

Unscrew the bulb holder with a
screwdriver. Remove the bulb from
the clip holder.

Replace the new bulb in reverse
sequence.

Brake/turn signal/tail lamps

1. Disconnect the electrical
connector.

2. Turn the socket
counterclockwise and pull it out.

3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise
and pull it out.

4. To install, fit the new bulb in
reverse order.

Backup lamps

The backup lamps are located in
the trunk lid. Replacement
instructions are the same as for the
brake/turn signal/tail lamps.

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High-mounted brake lamp

Enter the rear seat compartment.
1. Remove the high-mounted stop
lamp assembly.

2. Remove the red bulb cover.

3. Remove inoperative stop lamp
bulb.

To install, fit the new bulb in
reverse sequence.

On vehicles equipped with a rear
spoiler, the high-mounted brake
lamp is included in the spoiler.

See your dealer for repair.

Luggage compartment lamp

Pry out the light assembly from the
holder with a flat screwdriver. Turn
the spherical bulb under slight
pressure counterclockwise and
remove.

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Interior lamps
(sunroof equipped vehicles)

Open the lamp assembly.

The bulbs can be replaced after the
contact plate has been hinged
back.

Interior lamps with reading
lamps (if equipped)

Remove the clip located on lens to
access the center bulb.

To replace the reading lamp bulbs,
remove the two retaining screws to
access the back of the lamp. Then,
unclip the bulb covers and replace
the bulb.

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Function

Trade number

3457 NA

9005

9006

893

1157

1156

Front /turn lamp

Headlamp (high)

Headlamp (low)

Foglamp/License plate lamp

Rear tail/turn/brake lamp

Backup lamp

Bulb specifications

2723

C5W

High-mounted brake lamp

Interior lamp

211-2

License plate lamp

Reading lamp

578

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Aiming the headlamps

Your vehicle is equipped with a
Vehicle Headlamp Aim Device
(VHAD) on each headlamp body.
Each headlamp may be properly
aimed in the horizontal direction
(left/right) and the vertical
direction (up/down).

A non-zero bubble reading (vertical
indicator) does not necessarily
indicate out-of-aim headlamps. If
your vehicle is not positioned on a
level surface, the slope will be
included in the vertical indication.
Therefore, vertical and horizontal
headlamp adjustment should be
performed only when beam
direction appears to be incorrect.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

The alignment of your headlamps
should be checked if:

• Oncoming motorists frequently
signal you to deactivate your high
beams, and your high beams are
not activated.

• The headlamps do not seem to
provide enough light for clear night
vision.

• The headlamp beams are pointed
substantially away from a slightly
down and to the right position.

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Adjusting the horizontal aim

1. Make sure the vehicle is on a
level surface.

2.With the hood open, locate the
horizontal indicator and adjusting
screw. Through the viewing hole on
the outboard side of the headlamp.

3. Turn the horizontal adjusting
screw until the “0” reference mark
on the horizontal indicator aligns
with the arrow pointer on the
adjusting screw assembly.

You will need one 7 mm box
wrench, open end wrench or T-15
Torx drive.

If the vehicle has been in an
accident, the vehicle’s front
structure should be properly
aligned before aiming the
headlamps.

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Adjusting the vertical aim

The numbers shown on the vial
indicate beam direction in degrees
up or down.

1. Make sure the vehicle is on level
ground.

2. With the hood open, locate the
bubble level vertical aim indicator,
and adjusting screw. It is visible
when viewed from the above the
rear of the headlamp.

3. Turn the vertical adjusting screw
until the bubble is centered over
the “0” reference mark on the
vertical indicator.

4. When the horizontal and vertical
indicators are set on “0”, the
headlamp is properly aimed.

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Washing your vehicle

Only use car washing areas

that have environmentally

friendly drainage systems.

VEHICLE CARE

Wash your vehicle regularly with
cold or lukewarm water. Never use
strong detergents or soap. If your
vehicle is particularly dirty, use a
quality car wash detergent. Always
use a clean sponge, washing glove
or similar device and plenty of
water for best results. To avoid
spots, avoid washing when the
hood is still warm, immediately
after or during exposure to strong
sunlight.

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Waxing your vehicle

The best way to determine when
the paintwork needs waxing is by
noting when water stops beading
on the surface. This could be every
three or four months depending on
operating conditions.

Use only carnauba or synthetic-
based waxes. Remove any bugs and
tar before waxing the vehicle. Use
cleaning fluid or alcohol with a
clean cloth to remove bugs. Use tar
remover to remove any tar spots.

During winter months, it is
especially important to wash the
vehicle on a regular basis. Large
quantities of dirt and road salt are
difficult to remove, and they also
cause damage to the vehicle.
Remove or lower any exterior
accessories, such as antennas,
before entering a car wash.

Remove particles such as bird
droppings, tree sap, insect remains,
tar spots, road salt and industrial
fallout immediately.

After washing, apply the brakes
several times to dry them.

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Cleaning the wheels

Wash the wheels with the same
detergent you use to clean the
body of your vehicle. Do not use
acid-based wheel cleaners, steel
wool, fuel or strong detergents.
Never use abrasives that will
damage the finish of special wheel
surfaces. Use a tar remover to
remove grease and tar.

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Repairing paint chips

Minor scratches or paint damage
from road debris may be repaired
with the Ultra Touch Prep and
Finishing Kit (# F7AZ-19K507-BA).
Lacquer Touch-up Paint (# ALBZ-
19500-XXXXA) or Exterior Acrylic
Spray Lacquer (# ALAZ-19500-
XXXXA) from the Ford Car Care
Chemicals line. Please not that the
part numbers (shown as XXXX
above) will vary with your vehicle’s
specific coloring. Observe the
application instructions on the
products.

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Cleaning the engine

Engines are more efficient when
they are clean because grease and
dirt buildup act as insulators and
keep the engine warmer than
normal. Follow these guidelines to
clean your engine:

• Take care when using a power
washer to clean the engine. The
high pressure fluid could penetrate
the sealed parts and cause damage.

• Do not spray with cold water, to
avoid cracking the engine block.

• Cover the alternator to prevent
water damage when cleaning the
engine.

• Never wash or rinse the engine
while it is running; water in the
running engine may cause internal
damage.

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Cleaning plastic exterior parts

Use a vinyl cleaner for routine
cleaning of plastic. Clean with a tar
remover if necessary. Do not clean
plastic parts with thinners, solvents
or petroleum-based cleaners.

Cleaning the exterior lamps

Wash the exterior lamps with the
same detergent you use to wash
the exterior of your vehicle. Use
glass cleaner or tar remover if
necessary.

To avoid scratching the lamps, do
not use a dry paper towel, chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners to
clean the lamps.

Cleaning the wiper blades

If the wiper blades do not wipe
properly, clean both the windshield
and wiper blades using undiluted
windshield wiper solution or a mild
detergent. Rinse thoroughly with
clean water. To avoid damaging the
blades, do not use fuel, kerosene,
paint thinner or other solvents.

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Cleaning the interior fabric

Remove dust and loose dirt with a
whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner.
Remove fresh spots immediately.
Follow the directions that come
with the cleaner.

Cleaning the instrument panel

OFF

LO

PNL/FLR

PANEL

A/C

FLOOR

DEF

FLR

DEF

MAX

A/C

HI

/

POWER

AUDIO

AM/FM

SCAN

SEEK

3

1

2

4

5

ANS

SIDE

1-2

EJECT

VOLUME

0 0 0 1 2 3

0 0 0 0

10

20

30

40

50

60 70 80

90

100

110

120

130

MPH

20

40

60

55

80

120

100

140

160

180

200

E

F

1

2

0

3

x 1000

4

5

6

7

8

CHECK
ENGINE

TRACTION
CONTROL

O/D
OFF

MIRRORS

CLOCK

H

C

Clean the instrument panel with a
damp cloth, then dry with a dry
cloth.

Any cleaner or polish that
increases the gloss of the upper
portion of the instrument panel
should be avoided. The dull finish
in this area is to help protect the
driver from undesirable windshield
reflection.

Cleaning leather seats
(if equipped)

For routine cleaning, wipe the
surface with a soft, damp cloth. For
more thorough cleaning, wipe the
surface with a leather and vinyl
cleaner or a mild soap.

Ford recommends using the
Deluxe Leather Care Kit
F8AZ-196253-AA, which is
available from your Ford dealer.
This mild cleaner and special pad
cleans the leather and maintains its
natural beauty. Follow the
instructions on the cleaner label.
Regular cleaning of your leather
upholstery helps maintain its
resiliency and color.

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Cleaning and maintaining the
safety belts

Clean the safety belts with a mild
soap solution recommended for
cleaning upholstery or carpets and
warm water. Do not bleach or dye
the belts, because these actions
may weaken the belt webbing.

Check the safety belt system
periodically to make sure there are
no nicks, wear or cuts.

Cleaning and caring for your
vehicle

Refer to the Customer assistance
chapter for a list of Ford-approved
cleaners, polishes and waxes.

Ford recommends that all
safety belt assemblies and

attaching hardware should be
inspected by a qualified technician
after any collision. Safety belt
assemblies not in use during a
collision should also be inspected
and replaced if either damage or
improper operation is noted.

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Capacities and specifications

*

Refer to Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug and gap specifications.

** If a spark plug is removed for examination, it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder.

If a spark plug needs to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix
letter “FE” as shown on the engine decal.

Motorcraft parts

Component

Spark plug*

Air filter

Passenger compartment
air filter

Fuel filter

Oil filter

Battery

PCV valve

Crankcase ventilation
filter

2.0 litre engine

AZFS-22F # 1+2**

AZFS-22FE# 3+4

FA-1612

FP4

FG-800A

FL-2005

BXT-40R

EV-224

FA-1621

2.5 litre engine

AWSF-32F

FA-1613

FP4

FG-800A

FL-820

BXT-40R

EV-152

—

Part number

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* Total capacity

** with automatic transaxle

Engine oil
- with filter
- without

Manual transaxle

1.9 l (2.0 qts)

Automatic transaxle
with oil cooler

Power steering

Cooling system with heating

Windshield washer fluid

Fuel tank

Braking system

4.25 l (4.5 qts)
3.75 l (4.0 qts)

8.5 l (9.0 qts.)

6.6 l (7.0 qts)*

7.1 l (7.5 qts)**

Fill to MAX mark

Fill to top of reservoir

58.5 l (15.4 gallons)

Fill to MAX mark

5.5 l (5.8 qts)
5.0 l (5.3 qts)

9.6 l (10.2 qts)

9.5 l (10.0 qts)*

9.7 l (10.2 qts)**

Capacities

2.0 litre

engine

2.5 litre

engine

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