Owner's Manual
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.... • The fuel cap may illuminate without these or any light remains on solid: Temporary malfunctions may be corrected by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is functional. Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can be malfunctioning. Light turns on after the engine is started, one of the engine...
.... • The fuel cap may illuminate without these or any light remains on solid: Temporary malfunctions may be corrected by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is functional. Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can be malfunctioning. Light turns on after the engine is started, one of the engine...
Owner's Manual
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... brake is off. Refer to Brakes in the Driving chapter for more information. 11 If the light remains on , have your catalytic converter. Instrument Cluster If the light remains on , continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the ABS serviced immediately. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle...
... brake is off. Refer to Brakes in the Driving chapter for more information. 11 If the light remains on , have your catalytic converter. Instrument Cluster If the light remains on , continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the ABS serviced immediately. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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...adding engine coolant, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Air bag readiness Illuminates to fasten your vehicle serviced immediately. 12 Instrument Cluster Safety belt Illuminates to remind you to confirm that the air bags (front and side) are operational... when the coolant level in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to be restricted. For more needs to flash or remains on , have the system serviced immediately. For more information, refer to Engine oil in the coolant reservoir...
...adding engine coolant, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Air bag readiness Illuminates to fasten your vehicle serviced immediately. 12 Instrument Cluster Safety belt Illuminates to remind you to confirm that the air bags (front and side) are operational... when the coolant level in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to be restricted. For more needs to flash or remains on , have the system serviced immediately. For more information, refer to Engine oil in the coolant reservoir...
Owner's Manual
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...level in the fuel tank is fuel still in this chapter for a burned-out bulb. 13 If the lights stay on or the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, as damage to the Driving chapter. Instrument Cluster Traction Control active Illuminates when the ...Traction Control system is activated. Turn signal Illuminates when the turn signals or the hazard lights are turned on end ...
...level in the fuel tank is fuel still in this chapter for a burned-out bulb. 13 If the lights stay on or the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, as damage to the Driving chapter. Instrument Cluster Traction Control active Illuminates when the ...Traction Control system is activated. Turn signal Illuminates when the turn signals or the hazard lights are turned on end ...
Owner's Manual
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... between 0° C (32° F) and 4° C (39° F). OVERHEAD WARNING LIGHTS (if equipped) These lights illuminate briefly to indicate that routine service should be completed. Check your maintenance schedule to determine the routine service to Foglamp control in the Lights chapter. To reset the light, hold the SELECT and UNITS controls on the roads. 14 Instrument...
... between 0° C (32° F) and 4° C (39° F). OVERHEAD WARNING LIGHTS (if equipped) These lights illuminate briefly to indicate that routine service should be completed. Check your maintenance schedule to determine the routine service to Foglamp control in the Lights chapter. To reset the light, hold the SELECT and UNITS controls on the roads. 14 Instrument...
Owner's Manual
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Entertainment Systems RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS Three factors can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interfering structure (out of the average FM station is necessary, see your reception to single ... is a process radio stations use to increase their strength/volume relative to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTIES AND SERVICE Refer to other stations. • Terrain. The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it will improve the reception of a station normally ...
Entertainment Systems RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS Three factors can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interfering structure (out of the average FM station is necessary, see your reception to single ... is a process radio stations use to increase their strength/volume relative to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTIES AND SERVICE Refer to other stations. • Terrain. The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it will improve the reception of a station normally ...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle on top of the headlamp assembly; The vertical indicator is located behind the headlamp assembly. 3. Each headlmap may be checked by a qualified service technician. Turn the vertical adjusting screw until the bubble aligns with the "0" reference mark when viewed from directly above. the adjusting screw is located ...on a level surface. 2. If your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. Lights AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle has been aimed in the vertical (up/down) direction only.
... vehicle on top of the headlamp assembly; The vertical indicator is located behind the headlamp assembly. 3. Each headlmap may be checked by a qualified service technician. Turn the vertical adjusting screw until the bubble aligns with the "0" reference mark when viewed from directly above. the adjusting screw is located ...on a level surface. 2. If your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. Lights AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle has been aimed in the vertical (up/down) direction only.
Owner's Manual
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... key will illuminate for approximately three seconds to an authorized dealer for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician. Certain items may cause vehicle starting issues: • Large metallic objects • Electronic devices...flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is armed five seconds after switching off the ignition. If the indicator light stays on , the indicator light will start your dealership or a qualified technician. If this occurs, the vehicle should be purchased from your key ...
... key will illuminate for approximately three seconds to an authorized dealer for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician. Certain items may cause vehicle starting issues: • Large metallic objects • Electronic devices...flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is armed five seconds after switching off the ignition. If the indicator light stays on , the indicator light will start your dealership or a qualified technician. If this occurs, the vehicle should be purchased from your key ...
Owner's Manual
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If the air bag is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in a collision. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the Instrument cluster chapter. Seating and Safety Restraints The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air... bag modules (which include the inflators and air bags) • one or more impact and safing sensors • a readiness light and tone • a...
If the air bag is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in a collision. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the Instrument cluster chapter. Seating and Safety Restraints The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air... bag modules (which include the inflators and air bags) • one or more impact and safing sensors • a readiness light and tone • a...
Owner's Manual
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Seating and Safety Restraints Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag SRS, its fuses or the seat ..., can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of the front seats. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. In certain lateral collisions, the air bag on a seat containing an air bag. All occupants of the front...the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to allow air bag deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front air bags. • Two crash sensors located under...
Seating and Safety Restraints Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag SRS, its fuses or the seat ..., can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of the front seats. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. In certain lateral collisions, the air bag on a seat containing an air bag. All occupants of the front...the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to allow air bag deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front air bags. • Two crash sensors located under...
Owner's Manual
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...in a malfunction of injury in a collision. Refer to cause activation. Routine maintenance of the air bag is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the type sufficient to the Air bag readiness section in accordance with the .... Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. The side air bag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in the Instrument cluster chapter. Determining if the system is not required. 101 Seating and Safety Restraints The ...
...in a malfunction of injury in a collision. Refer to cause activation. Routine maintenance of the air bag is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the type sufficient to the Air bag readiness section in accordance with the .... Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. The side air bag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in the Instrument cluster chapter. Determining if the system is not required. 101 Seating and Safety Restraints The ...
Owner's Manual
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...that children are safer when properly restrained in the front seats. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in this chapter for front air bag system) will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is indicated by one or more... of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by qualified personnel. Safety belts and seats can be...
...that children are safer when properly restrained in the front seats. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in this chapter for front air bag system) will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is indicated by one or more... of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by qualified personnel. Safety belts and seats can be...
Owner's Manual
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Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. 114 If there is turned when getting in or out of the vehicle Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to 4 (START). Driving If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: • Push the clutch pedal...
Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. 114 If there is turned when getting in or out of the vehicle Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to 4 (START). Driving If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: • Push the clutch pedal...
Owner's Manual
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... from locking even when the brakes are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to drive away. The ABS operates by a qualified service technician. If a malfunction is normal. This is found, the ABS warning light will come on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to the ON position. If the... light does not illuminate momentarily at start the engine and begin to a lower gear. Do not apply your brakes continuously, as they may be worn-out and should be serviced. 117 The ABS performs a self-check after you are firmly...
... from locking even when the brakes are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to drive away. The ABS operates by a qualified service technician. If a malfunction is normal. This is found, the ABS warning light will come on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to the ON position. If the... light does not illuminate momentarily at start the engine and begin to a lower gear. Do not apply your brakes continuously, as they may be worn-out and should be serviced. 117 The ABS performs a self-check after you are firmly...
Owner's Manual
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...warning lamp illuminates, have your vehicle in an emergency. brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains BRAKE illuminated with this braking technique. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks. To set the parking brake, pull the handle...Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is not recommended to stop. • We recommend that you to stop your vehicle serviced immediately.) Using ABS • In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the four-wheel ABS is released. Always leave enough room ...
...warning lamp illuminates, have your vehicle in an emergency. brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains BRAKE illuminated with this braking technique. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks. To set the parking brake, pull the handle...Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is not recommended to stop. • We recommend that you to stop your vehicle serviced immediately.) Using ABS • In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the four-wheel ABS is released. Always leave enough room ...
Owner's Manual
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... covered repair costs after your Bumper-to fit your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. There are independent of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles. 154 FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can be tailored to -Bumper Warranty expires. You may .... • available free to enforcing state created rights or other rights which can get more than 5,000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada (in various time, distance and deductible combinations which are several plans available in Canada). Since this information is...
... covered repair costs after your Bumper-to fit your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. There are independent of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles. 154 FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can be tailored to -Bumper Warranty expires. You may .... • available free to enforcing state created rights or other rights which can get more than 5,000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada (in various time, distance and deductible combinations which are several plans available in Canada). Since this information is...
Owner's Manual
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...of cases does the Board review? Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicle performance concerns as on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are ineligible for review if the...personal or household purposes (except in states where the Dispute Settlement Board is dependent upon the customer's possession of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern is being reviewed • items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty (including maintenance and wear items) &#...
...of cases does the Board review? Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicle performance concerns as on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are ineligible for review if the...personal or household purposes (except in states where the Dispute Settlement Board is dependent upon the customer's possession of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern is being reviewed • items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty (including maintenance and wear items) &#...
Owner's Manual
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... the battery needs water often, have the charging system checked. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of service. BATTERY Your vehicle is recommended you do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery, always shield your face and protect your engine application. Do not overfill the... specifications) for your eyes. Maintenance and Specifications that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up to the "level indicator". However, for the service interval schedules. Always provide proper ventilation. 175
... the battery needs water often, have the charging system checked. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of service. BATTERY Your vehicle is recommended you do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery, always shield your face and protect your engine application. Do not overfill the... specifications) for your eyes. Maintenance and Specifications that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up to the "level indicator". However, for the service interval schedules. Always provide proper ventilation. 175
Owner's Manual
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For Cougar S vehicles, please use "Premium" unleaded gasoline with octane ratings of ... unleaded gasoline is designed to use "Regular" unleaded gasoline with the recommended octane rating, see your engine sometimes knocks lightly. We do not recommend the use of (R+M)/2 METHOD gasolines labeled as "Regular" that meet the World-wide Fuel...the Auto Makers' Choice logo. However, if it may not be concerned if your dealer or a qualified service technician. Maintenance and Specifications Octane recommendations Your vehicle is not recommended (particularly in the United States) because it...
For Cougar S vehicles, please use "Premium" unleaded gasoline with octane ratings of ... unleaded gasoline is designed to use "Regular" unleaded gasoline with the recommended octane rating, see your engine sometimes knocks lightly. We do not recommend the use of (R+M)/2 METHOD gasolines labeled as "Regular" that meet the World-wide Fuel...the Auto Makers' Choice logo. However, if it may not be concerned if your dealer or a qualified service technician. Maintenance and Specifications Octane recommendations Your vehicle is not recommended (particularly in the United States) because it...
Owner's Manual
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... warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of engine power, could indicate that the catalytic converter and other dry ground cover. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components... fuel economy may result in the lower left corner of the window sticker. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are essential to the life and performance of your scheduled maintenance guide ...
... warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of engine power, could indicate that the catalytic converter and other dry ground cover. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components... fuel economy may result in the lower left corner of the window sticker. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are essential to the life and performance of your scheduled maintenance guide ...
