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Question posted by Wayan10AndrewG on October 23rd, 2013

Theft Light Blinks When Doors Lock On A 1998 Ford Escort Zx2 And Car Dont Start

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Owner's Manual - Page 6

... 12 / F C H 30 20 10 40 0 00000 20 100 110 120 3 2 1 4 5 RPMx1000 6 7 8 CHECK COOLANT 180 LOW FUEL SERVICE ENGINE SOON P ! BRAKE MPH km/h ABS 0 0 0 0 200 - + THEFT 6 Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster 60 70 100 120 140 50 E FUEL FILL 12 / 40 80 90 160 80 60 F 30 20 10 40...
Owner's Manual - Page 7

... to the ON LOW FUEL SERVICE ENGINE SOON 7 The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is off. The lamp will also illuminate when the ignition...is turned to ON and the engine is first turned to meet government emission standards. Instrumentation ZX2 coupe instrument cluster 60 50 40 80 100 70 80 120 140 THEFT 90 160 E FUEL FILL 1 / 2 3 2 1 4 5 RPMx1000 6 7 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 9

... Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your safety belts. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 9 Safety belt ... a fire. If the Service Engine Soon light remains on , have the system serviced immediately. Light is blinking: Engine misfire is turned ON to remind you to fasten your ...
Owner's Manual - Page 10

...lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on . Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Controls and features chapter. P ! If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal or the hazard lights...level. BRAKE ABS Anti-theft system (if equipped) Refer to be serviced. If the light remains on . Turn...
Owner's Manual - Page 12

Key-in-ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the ignition) and either front door is opened . Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating ... the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and either front door is opened . 12
Owner's Manual - Page 26

... IGNITION 1. START, cranks the engine. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps. On vehicles with a reduced output. Key position when driving. 4. HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control clockwise to the first position to lock. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, gearshift lever (automatic transaxle only) and allows key removal. Warning lights illuminated...
Owner's Manual - Page 40

... in this will illuminate. Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock all doors (on the anti-theft system, refer to Anti-theft system in the OFF position. Controls and features The all-door remote entry system allows you to: • lock the driver's door and liftgate (wagons) • unlock the driver's door only without a key. • arm...
Owner's Manual - Page 41

... your vehicle. The trunk may appear closed before driving your anti-theft system (if equipped). For more information on wagons). To confirm doors are open the trunk. Failure to lock all doors (and liftgate on arming the anti-theft system, refer to Anti-theft system in this control to do so may not be latched. This...
Owner's Manual - Page 43

... the positive (+) side of the transmitter. Replacing lost or • you want to purchase additional transmitters (up to the diagram inside the transmitter unit. 3. After doors lock/unlock, press any button on all your vehicle's transmitters to your dealer for reprogramming if: • a transmitter is lost transmitters Take all transmitters (up to...
Owner's Manual - Page 44

...DOOR position in order for the illuminated entry system to operate. Arming the anti-theft system Turn the ignition to ON or until LOCK is armed. 44 Controls and features All transmitters must be programmed at the same time. Identifying an armed system While the system is arming, the THEFT light... in the ignition and turned to OFF and press the lock control on the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 45

... doors/trunk/liftgate will stay illuminated until all the doors are closed and then illuminate for 30 seconds and begin flashing. Disarming the anti-theft system Disarming an untriggered anti-theft ...unauthorized entry occurs, the activated system will: • flash the parking lamps and the THEFT light • sound the horn The flashing parklamps and the honking horn automatically shut off ...
Owner's Manual - Page 66

... having a top tether strap. For more information on top tether straps, refer to Automatic locking mode. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is securely fastened in the...tongue is capable of providing a tether anchorage. Ford recommends the use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in the automatic locking mode. Seating and safety restraints of your child...
Owner's Manual - Page 107

... Daytime Running Lamps Hazard Flasher Engine Controls, RAP System, Radio, Shift Lock, Courtesy Lamps, Starting System, Warning Chime, Instrument Cluster Electronic Automatic Transaxle, Ignition System, Constant Control Relay Module (PCM Relay) Power Mirrors, Radio, RAP System Power Door Locks Horn, Shift Lock A/C-Heater, ABS ENGINE 15A RADIO DOOR LOCK HORN AIR COND 5A 30A 15A 15A 107
Owner's Manual - Page 109

... Lamps, Liftgate Wiper/Washer Hazard Lamps Engine Controls, Remote Anti-Theft Pesonality (RAP) Module, Radio, Shift Lock, Courtesy Lamps, Starting System, Warning Chime Air Bag, Engine Controls, TR Sensor Power Mirrors, Radio, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Power Door Locks Horn A/C-Heater, ABS ENGINE MIRROR DOOR LOCK HORN AIR COND 15A 5A 30A 15A 15A 109 Roadside emergencies...
Owner's Manual - Page 111

... 10A** HEAD LH 10A** * Fuse Link Cartridge **Fuse Air Bags, Constant Control Relay Module (PCM Relay), Generator Rear Window Defrost Overall Circuit Protection Hazard, Stop, Door Lock, Tail, Room and Horn Fuses of the I/P Fuse Panel ABS Main Relay Constant Control Relay Module (Cooling Fan) Data Link Connector (DLC), Instrument Cluster Constant...
Owner's Manual - Page 188

... system ...58 and child safety seats ...60 description ...59 disposal ...63 indicator light ...62 passenger air bag ...61 Air cleaner filter ...148 Air conditioning manual heating and air conditioning system ...21,24 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) description ...88 Anti-theft system ...44 arming the system ...44 disarming a triggered system ..46 disarming an...
Owner's Manual - Page 189

... Instrument panel lighting up panel and interior ...17 Jump-starting your vehicle ...169 License plate lamps ...171 Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...9 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...10 anti-theft ...10 brake ...10 charging ...locking/unlocking doors ...40,41 replacement/additional transmitters ...43 replacing the batteries ...42 Reporting safety defects ...187 Safety restraints automatic locking ...
Customer Assistance Guide 1st Printing - Page 2

...locked out • bring fuel if you run out • tow the vehicle if you are covered (some exclusions apply, such as impound towing or repossession). Ford ESP is the only extended service program with the Ford...through the Ford Auto Club, contact your new car or light truck by purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP). If you need to arrange assistance for yourself, Ford Motor ...
Customer Assistance Guide 1st Printing - Page 10

...comes first. Ford accessories are available for all accessories are warrented for complete warranty information and availability. Safety Remote keyless entry Styled wheel protector locks Vehicle security ...Console Console armrest Daytime running lights Factory luggage rack Factory luggage rack adaptors Fog lights 10 See your vehicle and meets or exceeds Ford's rigid engineering and safety specifications...
Customer Assistance Guide 1st Printing - Page 11

Ford accessories for your vehicle Framed luggage covers Heavy-duty battery Neutral towing transfer case kit (Explorer only) Off road lights Pickup box rails Removable luggage rack ... mount luggage rack Protection and appearance equipment Bed mat/bedliner tailgate covers Bed mats Bedliners Car/truck covers Cargo liners, interior Carpet floor mats Cleaners, waxes and polishes Flat splash guards ...

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