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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Mariner AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Cleaning & Inspection -> Disassemble -> E-150, E-250, E-350 & E-450 -> E-150, E-250, E-350 & E-550 -> E-450 -> E-550 -> E-Series -> Edge & MKX -> Escape & Mariner -> Expedition & Navigator -> Expedition, F-Super Duty, Motorhome & Navigator -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> Explorer Sport/Sport Trac -> Explorer, Explorer Sport/Sport Trac, Mountaineer & Ranger -> F-150 & Mark LT -> F-Super Duty & Motorhome -> Freestar & Monterey -> Front -> Inspection -> Installation -> Overhaul -> Ranger -> Rear -> Removal -> Replacement
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid 2.3 L4 ELECTRIC/GAS

Replacement

Edge & MKX
  • Syphon and discard a portion of brake fluid from master cylinder.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Position frame side of C-clamp on inboard side of disc brake caliper. Do not place clamp frame over front brake hose.
  • Position screw side of C-clamp on outboard brake shoe and lining, then tighten C-clamp until there is enough clearance to remove caliper.
  • Remove front brake hose flow bolt, then disconnect and plug front brake hose. Discard copper washers.
  • Remove two caliper slide pins.
  • Slide brake shoe and lining out of front disc brake...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Mariner AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid 2.3 L4 ELECTRIC/GAS

Do not reuse the bolts and cap straps for either the center U-joint or the rear U-joint. Install new bolts and cap straps or damage to the vehicle may occur. There is a difference in length of the head of the replacement yoke strap bolts from the production ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Mariner AUTOMOBILES

Component Locations
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Mariner 2.3 L4 GAS

Refer to F...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Mariner AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Mariner 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Position vehicle on lift.
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove bolts from righthand lower splash shield.
  • Rotate accessory drive belt tensioner clockwise and position accessory drive belt aside.
  • Press locking tab to release alternator lower air duct from alternator and remove lower air duct.
  • Remove battery harness locators from alternator shield.
  • Remove heated oxygen sensor wiring harness from lower part of alternator shield.
  • Disconnect alternator electrical connectors.
  • Position alternator B+ protective cover aside, remove B+ terminal nut and position B+ ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Mariner AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 2008-09 Escape, Escape Hybrid, Mariner & Mariner Hybrid
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid 2.3 L4 ELECTRIC/GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Remove the two wiper pivot arms nuts, then remove the wiper arms, Fig. .
  • Remove the lefthand and righthand cowl end cap retainers, then the end caps, Fig. .
  • ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Mariner AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Anti-Lock Or Rear Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ->
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid 2.3 L4 ELECTRIC/GAS

Red and yellow indicator lamps are used to warn of system faults. The red lamp warns of such faults as low brake fluid level, parking brake On, system pressure differential and other system faults. The red indicator lamp will light for approximately two seconds during engine starting and should go off, unless parking brake is applied or a problem in the brake system exist. The red indicator lamp should reset after repairs to system have ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Mariner AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Mariner Premier 3.0 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from thermostat housing.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at heater core.
  • Disconnect heater outlet ho...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Mariner AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Mariner Premier 3.0 V6 GAS

  • With vehicle in neutral, raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove pin-type retainer, five bolts and righthand splash shield.
  • Using hex feature, rotate accessory drive belt tensioner counterclockwise ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Mercury Mariner AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2008 Mercury Mariner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Door Components Diagram for 2008 Mercury Mariner Premier 3.0 V6 GASDoor Components Diagram for 2008 Mercury Mariner Premier 3.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Right Rear Door Lock Actuator
  • Passenger Side Rear Door Ajar Switch
  • Right Rear Power Window Motor
  • Right Rear Window Adjust Switch
  • Connector C801
  • Engine Diagram for 2008 Mercury Mariner Premier 3.0 V6 GASEngine Diagram for 2008 Mercury Mariner Premier 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Injector 5
  • Fuel Injector 7
  • Fuel Injector 6
  • Generator
  • Oil Pressure Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Mercury Mariner AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 Mercury Mariner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Mercury Mariner  2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Mercury Mariner 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Master Window Control Switch
  • Accessory Delay Relay
  • Roof Opening Panel Motor
  • Roof Opening Panel Switch
  • Roof Opening Panel Module
  • 2008 Mercury Mariner  3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Mercury Mariner 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Steering Control Module
  • Dual Pressure Switch
  • A/C Cycling Switch
  • Anti-Lock Brake System Module
  • Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Valve
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Mercury Mariner AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 Mercury Mariner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHING INSPECTION PROCEDURE
    Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Mariner Premier 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: ROTATIONAL CLICKING NOISE FROM 17 INCH CHROME WHEEL CLADDING
    Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Mariner Premier 3.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Mercury Mariner AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 Mercury Mariner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2008 Mercury Mariner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2008 Mercury Mariner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2008 Mercury Mariner cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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