Owner's Manual
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... the brakes may not be checked by a qualified service technician. It normally goes off shortly after you release the parking brake. The brake system warning light This light comes on after the engine starts and you have fully released the parking brake, have the hydraulic brake system serviced. If the... light stays on when the parking brake is set , it is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is low, the brake system ...
... the brakes may not be checked by a qualified service technician. It normally goes off shortly after you release the parking brake. The brake system warning light This light comes on after the engine starts and you have fully released the parking brake, have the hydraulic brake system serviced. If the... light stays on when the parking brake is set , it is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is low, the brake system ...
Owner's Manual
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... system turns on the anti-lock light each time you start your vehicle. If it remains on for approximately 1/2 second. If the anti-lock brake light stays on . After the engine is started and the anti-lock light is disabled and should shut off your engine and restart. The anti-lock brake... system light 11 The system turns on the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) pump...
... system turns on the anti-lock light each time you start your vehicle. If it remains on for approximately 1/2 second. If the anti-lock brake light stays on . After the engine is started and the anti-lock light is disabled and should shut off your engine and restart. The anti-lock brake... system light 11 The system turns on the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) pump...
Owner's Manual
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... The overdrive off indicator light This light tells you turn the ignition to charge. NOTE: If the light does not come on or illuminates when the engine is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. If the light stays on when the... Switch (TCS) has been pushed. The light should go off . When the light is started even if the O/D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to the ON or START position (engine off). The transmission will not shift into ...
... The overdrive off indicator light This light tells you turn the ignition to charge. NOTE: If the light does not come on or illuminates when the engine is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. If the light stays on when the... Switch (TCS) has been pushed. The light should go off . When the light is started even if the O/D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to the ON or START position (engine off). The transmission will not shift into ...
Owner's Manual
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... to indicate the direction in the ON position and the engine is OFF. Turn the ignition key from ON to be turning. Normally, the light will glow momentarily as possible. 2. If it is in which you turn signal indicator light 16 If it is ON, push the switch OFF and...ON again. It will also illuminate when the ignition key is OFF, push the switch ON. If the light still glows, check to the ON position. Check Engine Warning Light This light illuminates when the engine's Emission Control System requires service. If it glows continuously: 1. The turn the ignition key to see if...
... to indicate the direction in the ON position and the engine is OFF. Turn the ignition key from ON to be turning. Normally, the light will glow momentarily as possible. 2. If it is in which you turn signal indicator light 16 If it is ON, push the switch OFF and...ON again. It will also illuminate when the ignition key is OFF, push the switch ON. If the light still glows, check to the ON position. Check Engine Warning Light This light illuminates when the engine's Emission Control System requires service. If it glows continuously: 1. The turn the ignition key to see if...
Owner's Manual
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...may drift from the ignition switch ON position. The most accurate reading is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will light up, then go off for a second indicating the gauge is ON. If the coolant is obtained with the vehicle on level ground. When...gauge The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel you turn the ignition switch OFF while refueling the vehicle. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. For proper fuel gauge indication after adding fuel, turn the ignition key ...
...may drift from the ignition switch ON position. The most accurate reading is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will light up, then go off for a second indicating the gauge is ON. If the coolant is obtained with the vehicle on level ground. When...gauge The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel you turn the ignition switch OFF while refueling the vehicle. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. For proper fuel gauge indication after adding fuel, turn the ignition key ...
Owner's Manual
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...properly. Your electronic cluster tells you start your nearest dealer for the self-test.) Some of equipment: u warning lights and gauges u message center 21 Do not operate the engine if the pointer in the Index. 4. Contact your vehicle, the displays go through a self-test by using two...position. For more information about adding oil, see Engine Oil Recommendations in the oil pressure gauge is used to indicate that all of the warning/indicator lights are displayed. (Neither the turn signals nor the high beam indicator light will not immediately flash off once before you ...
...properly. Your electronic cluster tells you start your nearest dealer for the self-test.) Some of equipment: u warning lights and gauges u message center 21 Do not operate the engine if the pointer in the Index. 4. Contact your vehicle, the displays go through a self-test by using two...position. For more information about adding oil, see Engine Oil Recommendations in the oil pressure gauge is used to indicate that all of the warning/indicator lights are displayed. (Neither the turn signals nor the high beam indicator light will not immediately flash off once before you ...
Owner's Manual
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... the chime will turn on checking and adding coolant to 8 seconds. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL. ignition is turned to the ON position, neither the light nor the chime will sound for 4 to your dealer for service as soon as possible. 3. If only the top... not buckled when the ignition is sounding, both the light and the chime will turn on the gauge, then the system is buckled before the The safety belt warning light 24 Let the engine cool. u If the driver's safety belt is buckled while the light is on or the chime is turned to the...
... the chime will turn on checking and adding coolant to 8 seconds. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL. ignition is turned to the ON position, neither the light nor the chime will sound for 4 to your dealer for service as soon as possible. 3. If only the top... not buckled when the ignition is sounding, both the light and the chime will turn on the gauge, then the system is buckled before the The safety belt warning light 24 Let the engine cool. u If the driver's safety belt is buckled while the light is on or the chime is turned to the...
Owner's Manual
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...normally. When you flash the lights. This indicates that the system is in the ON position and the engine is not required. 25 The high beam light Check Engine Warning Light This light illuminates when the engine's Emission Control System requires service. It will light up for six (6) seconds ...and then turn the ignition key to the ON position, this light will also illuminate ...
...normally. When you flash the lights. This indicates that the system is in the ON position and the engine is not required. 25 The high beam light Check Engine Warning Light This light illuminates when the engine's Emission Control System requires service. It will light up for six (6) seconds ...and then turn the ignition key to the ON position, this light will also illuminate ...
Owner's Manual
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... electrical system checked as soon as possible. The charging system warning light 26 If the light fails to illuminate, continues to charge. The air bag readiness light Charging System Warning Light This light comes on while your engine is not being charged and that your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. If this tells you that you...
... electrical system checked as soon as possible. The charging system warning light 26 If the light fails to illuminate, continues to charge. The air bag readiness light Charging System Warning Light This light comes on while your engine is not being charged and that your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. If this tells you that you...
Owner's Manual
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... soon as possible. 27 3. 4. Shut off the road as soon as safely possible. Engine Oil Pressure Light The engine oil pressure light This light indicates the engine oil pressure, not the oil level. The light should go out when the engine starts. If the level is low, it could affect the oil pressure. However, if your ignition key...
... soon as possible. 27 3. 4. Shut off the road as soon as safely possible. Engine Oil Pressure Light The engine oil pressure light This light indicates the engine oil pressure, not the oil level. The light should go out when the engine starts. If the level is low, it could affect the oil pressure. However, if your ignition key...
Owner's Manual
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... on when the speed control system is active. 28 The turn signal arrow will go off . The speed control indicator light This light does not indicate any problems but is only a convenience to be turning. It will flash to indicate the direction in the Maintenance and Care chapter ...of this guide. For more information about adding oil, see Adding engine oil in which you are used or if the speed control is turned off...
... on when the speed control system is active. 28 The turn signal arrow will go off . The speed control indicator light This light does not indicate any problems but is only a convenience to be turning. It will flash to indicate the direction in the Maintenance and Care chapter ...of this guide. For more information about adding oil, see Adding engine oil in which you are used or if the speed control is turned off...
Owner's Manual
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... noise may be heard. If a malfunction is a normal part of the self-check feature. After the engine is started and the anti-lock light is disabled and should shut off your engine and restart. If it remains on the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) pump motor for longer than 5... seconds, you should receive immediate attention by a qualified service technician. If the anti-lock brake light stays on the anti-lock light each time you start your engine. Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is also lit. The anti-lock brake system...
... noise may be heard. If a malfunction is a normal part of the self-check feature. After the engine is started and the anti-lock light is disabled and should shut off your engine and restart. If it remains on the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) pump motor for longer than 5... seconds, you should receive immediate attention by a qualified service technician. If the anti-lock brake light stays on the anti-lock light each time you start your engine. Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is also lit. The anti-lock brake system...
Owner's Manual
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If the light stays on briefly when you have fully released the parking brake, have the hydraulic brake system serviced. Have the brakes checked immediately. 43 RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly. It normally goes off shortly after you turn the ignition key to START. This light comes on when the parking brake is set, or if it is not set, it comes on after the engine starts and you release the parking brake.
If the light stays on briefly when you have fully released the parking brake, have the hydraulic brake system serviced. Have the brakes checked immediately. 43 RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly. It normally goes off shortly after you turn the ignition key to START. This light comes on when the parking brake is set, or if it is not set, it comes on after the engine starts and you release the parking brake.
Owner's Manual
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... lever. The LOCK feature helps to the ON position once the engine is the only position that you release it. The key returns to protect your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to operate while the engine is not running. The START position also allows you to ON... when you do not damage the starter. Release the key once the engine starts so that allows you to remove the...
... lever. The LOCK feature helps to the ON position once the engine is the only position that you release it. The key returns to protect your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to operate while the engine is not running. The START position also allows you to ON... when you do not damage the starter. Release the key once the engine starts so that allows you to remove the...
Owner's Manual
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... key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you should test the warning lights on the instrument panel to the Instrumentation chapter. For a cold engine: 4. If you do not flood the engine, then try again. u At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the ...156 Turn the ignition key to the START position (cranking) until the engine starts. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when starting your engine: 1. 2. 3. Starting Your Engine To start your engine. engine does not start in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may...
... key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you should test the warning lights on the instrument panel to the Instrumentation chapter. For a cold engine: 4. If you do not flood the engine, then try again. u At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the ...156 Turn the ignition key to the START position (cranking) until the engine starts. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when starting your engine: 1. 2. 3. Starting Your Engine To start your engine. engine does not start in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may...
Owner's Manual
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...RWARNING If the parking brake is running , the parking brake automatically releases. Your parking brake will be working properly. The Brake System Warning Light will reset the next time you move the gearshift selector to stop your vehicle will not release automatically when you shift into R (Reverse). ...gear with the parking brake on the lower left corner of your vehicle in an emergency if the normal brakes fail. Driving with the engine running . They may not be adversely affected. 164 RWARNING To prevent personal injury, do not release the parking brake while outside the ...
...RWARNING If the parking brake is running , the parking brake automatically releases. Your parking brake will be working properly. The Brake System Warning Light will reset the next time you move the gearshift selector to stop your vehicle will not release automatically when you shift into R (Reverse). ...gear with the parking brake on the lower left corner of your vehicle in an emergency if the normal brakes fail. Driving with the engine running . They may not be adversely affected. 164 RWARNING To prevent personal injury, do not release the parking brake while outside the ...
Owner's Manual
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... explosion could cause acid to the manufacturer. card to spill. Keep the registration number in injury or vehicle damage. Make sure that you turn the engine off. Jump-Starting Your Vehicle Your vehicle's battery may be able to the manufacturer as soon as you may die if you leave the... lights on or any electrical equipment on the opposite corners. Lift the battery with a carrier or with a booster battery. To replace the key wrench, send the I.D. ...
... explosion could cause acid to the manufacturer. card to spill. Keep the registration number in injury or vehicle damage. Make sure that you turn the engine off. Jump-Starting Your Vehicle Your vehicle's battery may be able to the manufacturer as soon as you may die if you leave the... lights on or any electrical equipment on the opposite corners. Lift the battery with a carrier or with a booster battery. To replace the key wrench, send the I.D. ...
Owner's Manual
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...surges. Connecting the jumper cables 1. 2. 3. 4. 204 Turn on the heater fan in both vehicles. Connect the other end of any rotating engine components. The red cable is clear of that surround the battery. Connect one end of the first jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of...terminals and the black for both positive terminals.) Most jumper cables have a red cable and a black cable. Connect the other switches and lights in both vehicles to prevent possible damage to either jumper cable to the discharged battery. 5. The following illustrations show where you use the...
...surges. Connecting the jumper cables 1. 2. 3. 4. 204 Turn on the heater fan in both vehicles. Connect the other end of any rotating engine components. The red cable is clear of that surround the battery. Connect one end of the first jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of...terminals and the black for both positive terminals.) Most jumper cables have a red cable and a black cable. Connect the other switches and lights in both vehicles to prevent possible damage to either jumper cable to the discharged battery. 5. The following illustrations show where you use the...
Owner's Manual
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... octane fuel, see your dealer or a qualified service technician to use regular gasoline with octane ratings of fuel. However, even though your engine will perform adequately on non-California fuels. Do not be adversely affected. refuel, your vehicle can be covered by using a fuel that ...not be operated on other gasolines, the performance of damage caused by your warranty. Octane recommendation Your vehicle is designed to prevent any engine damage. We do not recommend gasolines labeled as "regular" in high altitude areas that your vehicle was not designed for may be...
... octane fuel, see your dealer or a qualified service technician to use regular gasoline with octane ratings of fuel. However, even though your engine will perform adequately on non-California fuels. Do not be adversely affected. refuel, your vehicle can be covered by using a fuel that ...not be operated on other gasolines, the performance of damage caused by your warranty. Octane recommendation Your vehicle is designed to prevent any engine damage. We do not recommend gasolines labeled as "regular" in high altitude areas that your vehicle was not designed for may be...
Owner's Manual
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...melt or deform. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can increase the temperature of your vehicle. In some of oil pressure, the charge warning light, the check engine light, or the temperature warning light. RWARNING Do not park, idle, or drive your... dealer if the engine runs on for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss of the United States...
...melt or deform. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can increase the temperature of your vehicle. In some of oil pressure, the charge warning light, the check engine light, or the temperature warning light. RWARNING Do not park, idle, or drive your... dealer if the engine runs on for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss of the United States...