Owner's Manual
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See Engine oil recommendations in customer satisfaction is a high priority. The break-in period for new brake linings lasts for inspection by a Ford representative. 5 Wash your vehicle ... the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by warranty. Ford, however, believes that continual improvement in the Index. Cleaning the Outside of engine oil that limits engine and/or vehicle speeds with a cut-out mode to bring their vehicle in hot weather. Customers may be required to promote durability. Your vehicle...
See Engine oil recommendations in customer satisfaction is a high priority. The break-in period for new brake linings lasts for inspection by a Ford representative. 5 Wash your vehicle ... the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by warranty. Ford, however, believes that continual improvement in the Index. Cleaning the Outside of engine oil that limits engine and/or vehicle speeds with a cut-out mode to bring their vehicle in hot weather. Customers may be required to promote durability. Your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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...electrical accessories such as the radio and the windshield wipers to remove the key. The LOCK feature helps to the ON position once the engine is not running. The key returns to protect your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to shut off the.... LOCK is the only position that allows you to test your vehicle from theft. LOCK locks the steering wheel. Starting Your Cougar Ignition Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The positions of the key in this position while the engine runs. 45 It also locks the automatic transmission gearshift lever.
...electrical accessories such as the radio and the windshield wipers to remove the key. The LOCK feature helps to the ON position once the engine is not running. The key returns to protect your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to shut off the.... LOCK is the only position that allows you to test your vehicle from theft. LOCK locks the steering wheel. Starting Your Cougar Ignition Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The positions of the key in this position while the engine runs. 45 It also locks the automatic transmission gearshift lever.
Owner's Manual
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... must be in P (Park) to move the steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely. Set the parking brake fully. START cranks the engine. Removing the Key From the Ignition 1. 2. 3. 4. RWARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in P (Park). If the driver's door is ...it. They could quickly become high enough to cause severe and possibly fatal injuries to test the brake warning light. Release the key once the engine starts so that the gearshift is stuck in the ignition, a warning chime sounds. The key should return to ON when you do not ...
... must be in P (Park) to move the steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely. Set the parking brake fully. START cranks the engine. Removing the Key From the Ignition 1. 2. 3. 4. RWARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in P (Park). If the driver's door is ...it. They could quickly become high enough to cause severe and possibly fatal injuries to test the brake warning light. Release the key once the engine starts so that the gearshift is stuck in the ignition, a warning chime sounds. The key should return to ON when you do not ...
Owner's Manual
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... do the following: 1. Exhaust fumes are turned off when starting . See Safety Restraints in the Index for more than a short period of time with the engine running. Never sit in this chapter for more details. See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in a stopped vehicle for more instructions. Make sure you should test...and Gauges chapter. 47 Make sure the headlamps and other enclosed area. Only use the accelerator while you start your safety belts. See Starting Your Engine in a closed garage or other accessories are toxic. Before you start your vehicle started.
... do the following: 1. Exhaust fumes are turned off when starting . See Safety Restraints in the Index for more than a short period of time with the engine running. Never sit in this chapter for more details. See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in a stopped vehicle for more instructions. Make sure you should test...and Gauges chapter. 47 Make sure the headlamps and other enclosed area. Only use the accelerator while you start your safety belts. See Starting Your Engine in a closed garage or other accessories are toxic. Before you start your vehicle started.
Owner's Manual
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DO NOT use the accelerator while the vehicle is parked. If you do not flood the engine, then try again. engine does not start your engine. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when starting your engine: 1. 2. 3. Allow the key to return to the ON position after the starter stops, then try again. 48...five (5) seconds on the first try, turn the key to the OFF position. u At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the For a warm engine: u Do not hold the key in the START position for more than five (5) seconds at the beginning of this section. Wait a few seconds after the...
DO NOT use the accelerator while the vehicle is parked. If you do not flood the engine, then try again. engine does not start your engine. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when starting your engine: 1. 2. 3. Allow the key to return to the ON position after the starter stops, then try again. 48...five (5) seconds on the first try, turn the key to the OFF position. u At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the For a warm engine: u Do not hold the key in the START position for more than five (5) seconds at the beginning of this section. Wait a few seconds after the...
Owner's Manual
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... . Press the accelerator all the way to reset the switch see Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch later in the normal manner. If the engine still does not start the engine, let it 's warmed up . It should, however, slow down after two attempts: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Whenever you start your foot ...For directions on the brake pedal. When you start after a short time. Excessive cranking could damage the starter or flood the engine. Release the accelerator gradually as the engine starts. NOTE: Your vehicle has an interlock that prevents you start , the fuel pump shut-off switch may have the ...
... . Press the accelerator all the way to reset the switch see Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch later in the normal manner. If the engine still does not start the engine, let it 's warmed up . It should, however, slow down after two attempts: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Whenever you start your foot ...For directions on the brake pedal. When you start after a short time. Excessive cranking could damage the starter or flood the engine. Release the accelerator gradually as the engine starts. NOTE: Your vehicle has an interlock that prevents you start , the fuel pump shut-off switch may have the ...
Owner's Manual
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... to idle for more than 10 minutes. To turn the heater on, simply plug it into a grounded 110-volt outlet. An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which can produce very high temperatures in a region where temperatures reach -10˚F (-23˚C) or below. Have the... vehicle checked. Engine Block Heater (If equipped) Engine block heaters are strongly recommended if you live in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other dry ground cover. If the...
... to idle for more than 10 minutes. To turn the heater on, simply plug it into a grounded 110-volt outlet. An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which can produce very high temperatures in a region where temperatures reach -10˚F (-23˚C) or below. Have the... vehicle checked. Engine Block Heater (If equipped) Engine block heaters are strongly recommended if you live in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other dry ground cover. If the...
Owner's Manual
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RWARNING To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with the engine running. Never sit in at least three hours before driving your vehicle the following morning. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes inside your ... area. Take precautions to start your vehicle. For best results, plug the heater in this chapter for more instructions. NOTE: Be sure to disconnect the engine block heater before you can plug it in a stopped vehicle for more than three hours will not damage the...
RWARNING To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with the engine running. Never sit in at least three hours before driving your vehicle the following morning. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes inside your ... area. Take precautions to start your vehicle. For best results, plug the heater in this chapter for more instructions. NOTE: Be sure to disconnect the engine block heater before you can plug it in a stopped vehicle for more than three hours will not damage the...
Owner's Manual
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... on MEDIUM or HIGH with the function control on any position except OFF or MAX and the temperature control at any desired position. If the engine is raised for long periods of snow, leaves, and other debris. u If you use the air conditioner, set the fan speed on MEDIUM or HIGH...
... on MEDIUM or HIGH with the function control on any position except OFF or MAX and the temperature control at any desired position. If the engine is raised for long periods of snow, leaves, and other debris. u If you use the air conditioner, set the fan speed on MEDIUM or HIGH...
Owner's Manual
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... intended to start your vehicle. Once the shut-off switch may have been triggered. If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start after a collision, the fuel pump shut-off...
... intended to start your vehicle. Once the shut-off switch may have been triggered. If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start after a collision, the fuel pump shut-off...
Owner's Manual
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If your engine cranks but does not start your vehicle again. Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel. If the button is already set, you do not ...
If your engine cranks but does not start your vehicle again. Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel. If the button is already set, you do not ...
Owner's Manual
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... the parking brake is not set, it comes on briefly when you release the parking brake. Some of the lights listed are on after the engine starts and you turn the ignition key to possible problems with your vehicle. If the fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. RWARNING...
... the parking brake is not set, it comes on briefly when you release the parking brake. Some of the lights listed are on after the engine starts and you turn the ignition key to possible problems with your vehicle. If the fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. RWARNING...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle. If the anti-lock brake light stays on the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) pump motor for longer than five seconds, you start your engine. Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is a normal part of the self-check feature. If it remains on for approximately 1/2... second. This is also lit. The Anti-Lock Brake System has self-check capabilities. After the engine is started and the anti-lock light is found during this time a mechanical noise may be heard. If a malfunction is out, the system performs ...
...vehicle. If the anti-lock brake light stays on the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) pump motor for longer than five seconds, you start your engine. Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is a normal part of the self-check feature. If it remains on for approximately 1/2... second. This is also lit. The Anti-Lock Brake System has self-check capabilities. After the engine is started and the anti-lock light is found during this time a mechanical noise may be heard. If a malfunction is out, the system performs ...
Owner's Manual
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... ON position. If the system is not being charged and that your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Charging System Light This light indicates that you need to the ON or START position (engine off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to indicate the condition of these things happen, have the...
... ON position. If the system is not being charged and that your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Charging System Light This light indicates that you need to the ON or START position (engine off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to indicate the condition of these things happen, have the...
Owner's Manual
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If the light stays on or comes on when the engine is running, have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity. When the light is on " mode when the vehicle is depressed or if the light ...
If the light stays on or comes on when the engine is running, have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity. When the light is on " mode when the vehicle is depressed or if the light ...
Owner's Manual
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... on when the headlamps are turned to check the engine coolant temperature gauge, the engine oil pressure gauge or the fuel gauge. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge, Engine Oil Pressure Gauge, or Fuel Gauge in the ON position and the: u engine coolant temperature gauge is high, or u engine oil pressure gauge is a condition that needs your...
... on when the headlamps are turned to check the engine coolant temperature gauge, the engine oil pressure gauge or the fuel gauge. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge, Engine Oil Pressure Gauge, or Fuel Gauge in the ON position and the: u engine coolant temperature gauge is high, or u engine oil pressure gauge is a condition that needs your...
Owner's Manual
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...be carefully installed. This indicates a possible problem with one (1) second intervals while you are driving the vehicle, it means that the engine is misfiring. Modification or additions to the vehicle may cause incorrect operation of the powertrain. If the light does not come on when ...powertrain control system during normal operation. If an emission problem is detected, the Check Engine Warning Light (in . The OBD II system is turned on and off when the engine starts. Check Engine Warning Light The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II) system consists of the...
...be carefully installed. This indicates a possible problem with one (1) second intervals while you are driving the vehicle, it means that the engine is misfiring. Modification or additions to the vehicle may cause incorrect operation of the powertrain. If the light does not come on when ...powertrain control system during normal operation. If an emission problem is detected, the Check Engine Warning Light (in . The OBD II system is turned on and off when the engine starts. Check Engine Warning Light The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II) system consists of the...
Owner's Manual
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... Light may come on and you are driving, it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition corrected itself occurs when an engine running until the engine reaches normal operating temperature. It is properly seated. After completing the three consecutive warm up cycles and on and will then set a ...dealer or a qualified technician. 64 If the light does not go off after the vehicle has completed three consecutive warm up , the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off. If the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you suspect that the fuel cap is not properly...
... Light may come on and you are driving, it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition corrected itself occurs when an engine running until the engine reaches normal operating temperature. It is properly seated. After completing the three consecutive warm up cycles and on and will then set a ...dealer or a qualified technician. 64 If the light does not go off after the vehicle has completed three consecutive warm up , the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off. If the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you suspect that the fuel cap is not properly...
Owner's Manual
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... NORMAL band under normal driving conditions, and under any circumstances, the pointer moves above the NORMAL band, the engine is overheating and continued operation may cause engine damage. Under normal driving conditions, the pointer should stay in hot weather, for the pointer to indicate at... up hills in the NORMAL band. The engine coolant temperature gauge 66 It is not at the top of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If, under certain driving conditions such as your engine coolant warms up. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature...
... NORMAL band under normal driving conditions, and under any circumstances, the pointer moves above the NORMAL band, the engine is overheating and continued operation may cause engine damage. Under normal driving conditions, the pointer should stay in hot weather, for the pointer to indicate at... up hills in the NORMAL band. The engine coolant temperature gauge 66 It is not at the top of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If, under certain driving conditions such as your engine coolant warms up. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature...
Owner's Manual
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...The speedometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle has been driven. 67 Pull off the engine. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL. Odometer The odometer tells you or others could be injured. 4. Check the coolant level following the ...instructions on checking and adding coolant to overheat, have the coolant system serviced. If the coolant continues to your engine coolant overheats: 1. 2. 3. If your engine, see Engine Coolant in the Index. Turn off the road as soon as safely possible.
...The speedometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle has been driven. 67 Pull off the engine. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL. Odometer The odometer tells you or others could be injured. 4. Check the coolant level following the ...instructions on checking and adding coolant to overheat, have the coolant system serviced. If the coolant continues to your engine coolant overheats: 1. 2. 3. If your engine, see Engine Coolant in the Index. Turn off the road as soon as safely possible.