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Table of Contents Introductory Information ...1 Safety Restraints ...7 Starting Your Grand Marquis ...37 Warning Lights and Gauges ...47 Instrument Panel Controls ...87 Steering Column Controls ...111 Features ...123 Electronic Sound Systems ...149 Driving Your Grand Marquis ...171 Roadside Emergencies ...195 Customer Assistance ...213 Reporting Safety Defects ...221 Accessories ...225 Servicing Your Grand Marquis ...233 Quick Index ...303 Index ...313 Service Station Information ...332
Table of Contents Introductory Information ...1 Safety Restraints ...7 Starting Your Grand Marquis ...37 Warning Lights and Gauges ...47 Instrument Panel Controls ...87 Steering Column Controls ...111 Features ...123 Electronic Sound Systems ...149 Driving Your Grand Marquis ...171 Roadside Emergencies ...195 Customer Assistance ...213 Reporting Safety Defects ...221 Accessories ...225 Servicing Your Grand Marquis ...233 Quick Index ...303 Index ...313 Service Station Information ...332
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...The LOCK feature helps to protect your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you start the engine. The key returns to the ON position once the engine is not running. LOCK is the only position that allows you...the automatic transmission gearshift lever. ON allows you to test your vehicle from theft. It also locks the automatic transmission gearshift lever. Starting Your Grand Marquis Ignition Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The positions of the key in the ignition ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's electrical ...
...The LOCK feature helps to protect your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you start the engine. The key returns to the ON position once the engine is not running. LOCK is the only position that allows you...the automatic transmission gearshift lever. ON allows you to test your vehicle from theft. It also locks the automatic transmission gearshift lever. Starting Your Grand Marquis Ignition Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The positions of the key in the ignition ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's electrical ...
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Release the key once the engine starts so that the gearshift is stuck in the ignition, a warning chime sounds. Put the ...key is still in the LOCK position, move the key to ON when you do not damage the starter. The START position also allows you to LOCK. Turn the ignition key to test the brake warning light. Remove the key. ...If the key is securely latched in P (Park). START cranks the engine. The key should return to the lock position. RWARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone ...
Release the key once the engine starts so that the gearshift is stuck in the ignition, a warning chime sounds. Put the ...key is still in the LOCK position, move the key to ON when you do not damage the starter. The START position also allows you to LOCK. Turn the ignition key to test the brake warning light. Remove the key. ...If the key is securely latched in P (Park). START cranks the engine. The key should return to the lock position. RWARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone ...
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... vehicle, you should test the warning lights on the instrument panel to avoid pressing down on the accelerator before you start your vehicle in the Index for details about when to use the accelerator when you and all your passengers buckle your vehicle, do the ...more than a short period of time with the engine running. Make sure the headlamps and other enclosed area. Refer to Start Your Vehicle RWARNING Do not start your safety belts. Starting Your Vehicle Preparing to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. 39 Make sure that the gearshift is in a stopped vehicle ...
... vehicle, you should test the warning lights on the instrument panel to avoid pressing down on the accelerator before you start your vehicle in the Index for details about when to use the accelerator when you and all your passengers buckle your vehicle, do the ...more than a short period of time with the engine running. Make sure the headlamps and other enclosed area. Refer to Start Your Vehicle RWARNING Do not start your safety belts. Starting Your Vehicle Preparing to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. 39 Make sure that the gearshift is in a stopped vehicle ...
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... first try, turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you do not flood the engine, then try again. engine does not start in the START position for more than five (5) seconds at the beginning of this section. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when... starter stops, then try , turn the key to the OFF position. Wait a few seconds after the engine has started. u At temperatures 10˚F (-12˚C) and below: If the engine does not start in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding. Follow the steps under Preparing...
... first try, turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you do not flood the engine, then try again. engine does not start in the START position for more than five (5) seconds at the beginning of this section. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when... starter stops, then try , turn the key to the OFF position. Wait a few seconds after the engine has started. u At temperatures 10˚F (-12˚C) and below: If the engine does not start in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding. Follow the steps under Preparing...
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... the switch see Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch later in gear. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. If the engine still does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have the idle speed checked. 41 It should, however, slow down after two attempts: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Release the parking brake... slightly faster than when it does not, have been triggered. Excessive cranking could damage the starter or flood the engine. If the engine does not start your vehicle, the engine's idle speed normally runs higher than its normal idle speed. Release the ignition key when the engine...
... the switch see Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch later in gear. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. If the engine still does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have the idle speed checked. 41 It should, however, slow down after two attempts: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Release the parking brake... slightly faster than when it does not, have been triggered. Excessive cranking could damage the starter or flood the engine. If the engine does not start your vehicle, the engine's idle speed normally runs higher than its normal idle speed. Release the ignition key when the engine...
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... where temperatures reach -10˚F (-23˚C) or below. Engine Block Heater (If equipped) Engine block heaters are strongly recommended if you consistently start a fire. To turn the heater on, simply plug it into a grounded 110-volt outlet. The emission system heats up the engine faster, and...and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other dry ground cover. An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting, warms up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can produce very high temperatures in subzero temperatures, use a 110-volt circuit that...
... where temperatures reach -10˚F (-23˚C) or below. Engine Block Heater (If equipped) Engine block heaters are strongly recommended if you consistently start a fire. To turn the heater on, simply plug it into a grounded 110-volt outlet. The emission system heats up the engine faster, and...and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other dry ground cover. An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting, warms up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can produce very high temperatures in subzero temperatures, use a 110-volt circuit that...
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... Against Exhaust Fumes Carbon monoxide, although colorless and odorless, is present in a closed garage or other enclosed area. Take precautions to start your vehicle in exhaust fumes. See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in at least three hours before driving your vehicle. NOTE: Be sure to... disconnect the engine block heater before you start your vehicle. RWARNING If you smell exhaust fumes. 43 RWARNING Do not start your vehicle the following morning. Exhaust fumes are toxic. RWARNING To prevent electrical shock, do ...
... Against Exhaust Fumes Carbon monoxide, although colorless and odorless, is present in a closed garage or other enclosed area. Take precautions to start your vehicle in exhaust fumes. See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in at least three hours before driving your vehicle. NOTE: Be sure to... disconnect the engine block heater before you start your vehicle. RWARNING If you smell exhaust fumes. 43 RWARNING Do not start your vehicle the following morning. Exhaust fumes are toxic. RWARNING To prevent electrical shock, do ...
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The switch is triggered, you must reset the switch by hand before you can start after a collision, the fuel system shut-off switch 45 The fuel system shut-off switch may have been triggered. If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision Fuel System Shut-off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. Once the shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the fuel system when your vehicle. The shut-off switch is on the left side of the trunk.
The switch is triggered, you must reset the switch by hand before you can start after a collision, the fuel system shut-off switch 45 The fuel system shut-off switch may have been triggered. If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision Fuel System Shut-off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. Once the shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the fuel system when your vehicle. The shut-off switch is on the left side of the trunk.
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... a collision or substantial jolt: 1. 2. 3. Turn the ignition key to the ON position for a few seconds, then turn it to start your vehicle. Follow the directions under the vehicle for leaking fuel. Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel. RWARNING If you see or ...smell fuel, you can try to the OFF position. If your vehicle again. If you may have a different mechanical problem. Turn the ignition key to start your vehicle again. If the button is already set, you see or smell fuel, push the red reset button down. Pushing Vehicles with automatic transmissions...
... a collision or substantial jolt: 1. 2. 3. Turn the ignition key to the ON position for a few seconds, then turn it to start your vehicle. Follow the directions under the vehicle for leaking fuel. Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel. RWARNING If you see or ...smell fuel, you can try to the OFF position. If your vehicle again. If you may have a different mechanical problem. Turn the ignition key to start your vehicle again. If the button is already set, you see or smell fuel, push the red reset button down. Pushing Vehicles with automatic transmissions...
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... Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things - that the parking brake is not set, it comes on briefly when you to START. This light comes on when the parking brake is set, or if it is not fully released, or that the brakes may not be checked..., the brake system should be working properly. The Mechanical Cluster The following sections detail what each of the lights listed are on after the engine starts and you have fully released the parking brake, have the hydraulic brake system serviced. The following warning lights and gauges are optional. Have the brakes...
... Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things - that the parking brake is not set, it comes on briefly when you to START. This light comes on when the parking brake is set, or if it is not fully released, or that the brakes may not be checked..., the brake system should be working properly. The Mechanical Cluster The following sections detail what each of the lights listed are on after the engine starts and you have fully released the parking brake, have the hydraulic brake system serviced. The following warning lights and gauges are optional. Have the brakes...
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... malfunction is a normal part of the self-check feature. This is found during this check the anti-lock light will go on each time you start your engine. The Anti-Lock Brake System has self-check capabilities. The system turns on , this time a mechanical noise may be heard. At this...is also lit. If the anti-lock brake light stays on the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) pump motor for longer than five seconds, you start your vehicle. If it remains on the anti-lock light each time you should receive immediate attention by a qualified service technician. As previously described,...
... malfunction is a normal part of the self-check feature. This is found during this check the anti-lock light will go on each time you start your engine. The Anti-Lock Brake System has self-check capabilities. The system turns on , this time a mechanical noise may be heard. At this...is also lit. If the anti-lock brake light stays on the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) pump motor for longer than five seconds, you start your vehicle. If it remains on the anti-lock light each time you should receive immediate attention by a qualified service technician. As previously described,...
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... is not being charged and that you turn the ignition to the ON or START position (engine off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. If either flash or stay lit up, or you will stay on...
... is not being charged and that you turn the ignition to the ON or START position (engine off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. If either flash or stay lit up, or you will stay on...
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... the light flashes when you that the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) on " mode. NOTE: If the light does not come on when the engine is started even if the O/D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off. Depressing the button on the shifter will not shift into overdrive...
... the light flashes when you that the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) on " mode. NOTE: If the light does not come on when the engine is started even if the O/D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off. Depressing the button on the shifter will not shift into overdrive...
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... not need to powertrain control system wires or components. After refueling, the Check 56 The light comes on when you turn off when the engine starts. If this case, the Check Engine Warning Light may turn on when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. If the...
... not need to powertrain control system wires or components. After refueling, the Check 56 The light comes on when you turn off when the engine starts. If this case, the Check Engine Warning Light may turn on when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. If the...
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On the fourth engine start up cycles and on if the fuel cap is safely possible and turn off the engine.... the road as soon as the engine begins to crank. A warm up cycle consists of engine start up cycles without a misfire condition occurring. Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may come on the fourth engine... start from a cold condition (engine at ambient temperature) and running until the engine reaches normal operating temperature. If ...
On the fourth engine start up cycles and on if the fuel cap is safely possible and turn off the engine.... the road as soon as the engine begins to crank. A warm up cycle consists of engine start up cycles without a misfire condition occurring. Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may come on the fourth engine... start from a cold condition (engine at ambient temperature) and running until the engine reaches normal operating temperature. If ...
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If you start the engine again. If you do not follow these instructions, you have lost oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage. Pull off ...
If you start the engine again. If you do not follow these instructions, you have lost oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage. Pull off ...
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Your electronic cluster tells you start your ignition is in the Index. For more information about the condition of your vehicle by flashing on (will not immediately flash off) until the ...
Your electronic cluster tells you start your ignition is in the Index. For more information about the condition of your vehicle by flashing on (will not immediately flash off) until the ...
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... you turn the ignition key to have your vehicle serviced at ambient temperature) and running out of a condition which corrects itself . On the fourth engine start from a cold condition (engine at the first opportunity. If the light does not come on when you turn off on when you are driving, it... briefly when you are driving the vehicle, it means that the engine is not necessary to ON, but it should turn off when the engine starts. An example of fuel begins to have the engine serviced. 67 A warm up cycle consists of engine...
... you turn the ignition key to have your vehicle serviced at ambient temperature) and running out of a condition which corrects itself . On the fourth engine start from a cold condition (engine at the first opportunity. If the light does not come on when you turn off on when you are driving, it... briefly when you are driving the vehicle, it means that the engine is not necessary to ON, but it should turn off when the engine starts. An example of fuel begins to have the engine serviced. 67 A warm up cycle consists of engine...
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... you suspect that the fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off . If the light does not go on for service to the nearest Lincoln-Mercury dealer as soon as it is not properly installed. After completing the three consecutive warm up cycles and on the fourth engine... dealer or a qualified technician. If this light stays on continuously or flashes, or if the light never comes on and you start up, the Check Engine Warning Light should be taken in the event of a collision. 68 If the Check Engine Warning Light comes on at all, ...
... you suspect that the fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off . If the light does not go on for service to the nearest Lincoln-Mercury dealer as soon as it is not properly installed. After completing the three consecutive warm up cycles and on the fourth engine... dealer or a qualified technician. If this light stays on continuously or flashes, or if the light never comes on and you start up, the Check Engine Warning Light should be taken in the event of a collision. 68 If the Check Engine Warning Light comes on at all, ...