Safety Warning
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2009MILAN PREMIER, 3.0 1, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 975 (PARKING AID SYSTEM)GENERAL PROCEDURESELEVATION SYSTEM CHECK
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWD
Elevation System Check
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Elevation System Check
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Check the parking aid system to make sure that the system does not see signals caused by ground reflections.
- The following system check should be carried out with the vehicle on a 4.57 m (15 feet) wide by 3.05 m (10 feet) deep smooth concrete surface, free of obstacles. The area should also be free of noise from fans and pneumatic tools.
- Turn the ignition to the ON position, engine off.
- Set the parking brake on.
- Place the gearshift in REVERSE (R).
- Verify that no audible warning tones are heard.
NOTE:
No audible warning tones should be heard. If audible warning tones are heard, check to make sure the bumper is installed correctly and not tilted downward so that the sensor is pointing towards the ground.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.