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[SR13500(ALL)05/95]
The air bag system uses a readiness light on the
instrument cluster and a tone to indicate the
condition of the system. When you turn the
ignition key to the ON position, this light will
illuminate for approximately six (6) seconds and
then turn off. This indicates that the system is
operating normally. NOTE: Maintenance of the
air bag system is not required.
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[SR13700(ALL)06/95]
A problem with the system is indicated by one
or more of the following:
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[SR13800(ALL)06/95]
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the readiness light will either flash or stay lit,
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[SR13900(ALL)06/95]
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or it will not light immediately after ignition
is turned on,
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[SR14000(ALL)06/95]
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or a group of five beeps will be heard. The
tone pattern will repeat periodically until the
problem and light are repaired.
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[SR14100(ALL)07/95]
If any of these things happen, have the air bag
system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the air bag
Supplemental Restraint System may not function
properly in the event of a collision.
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[SR14400(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not attempt to service, repair, or
modify the Air Bag Supplemental
Restraint System or its fuses. See your
Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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[SR15225(ALL)05/95]
Disposal of air bags or air bag equipped
vehicles
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[SR15240(ALL)06/95]
For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped
vehicles, see your local Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer. Air bagsMUSTbe disposed of by
qualified personnel.
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Warning Lights and
Gauges
[LG00600(ALL)07/95]
The following lights and gauges are on the
instrument cluster. All of the warning lights and
gauges alert you to possible problems with your
vehicle. The following section details what each
of these indicators means.
[LG00650(ALL)05/95]
In your vehicle, the warning lights and gauges
are grouped together on the instrument panel.
We call this grouping a cluster. Your vehicle has
a standard cluster.
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[LG05800(ALL)05/95]
If the light turns on and off briefly while you
are driving, it means that the condition is no
longer present.
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[LG05825(ALL)01/95]
Air Bag Readiness Light
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[LG05850(ALL)06/93]
This light illuminates for six seconds when the
ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light
fails to illuminate, continues to flash, remains on,
or if a series of five beeps is heard, have the
system serviced as soon as possible.
[LG05875(ALL)05/93]
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Air bag readiness light
[LG05900(ALL)02/95]
Rear Window Defroster Indicator Light
(If equipped)
[LG05925(ALL)02/95]
When the rear window defroster is activated, the
indicator light in the instrument cluster
illuminates. After the rear window is clear, push
the defroster switch to turn off the defroster. The
light in the cluster goes out.
[LG05950(ALL)05/93]
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Rear window defroster indicator light
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[IP13900(ALL)06/95]
Rear Window Defroster (If equipped)
[IP14150(ALL)05/93]
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Rear window defroster switch
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[IP14250(ALL)12/91]
The defroster for the rear window clears frost,
fog, or thin ice from both the inside and outside
of the rear window.
[IP14700(ALL)07/95]
To operate the defroster, push theV(defroster)
switch on the instrument panel to the right of
the steering wheel. The indicator light on the
instrument cluster comes on. When the window
is clear, push the defroster switch again to turn
it off.
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[IP14900(ALL)03/94]
NOTE: Never use sharp instruments or
window cleaners with abrasives to
clean the inside of your rear window.
If you do, you may damage the heating
elements that are bonded to the inside
of the rear window and cause damage
to the rear window defroster.
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[SC02100(ALL)03/95]
Hazard Flasher
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[SC02200(ALL)06/95]
To alert other drivers to hazardous situations,
press the hazard flasher switch on the top of the
steering column. All the turn signals will flash
on and off at the same time. The flashers will
also operate while the brake pedal is applied. To
turn the flashers off, press the switch again.
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[SC02300(ALL)01/94]
The flashers work whether your vehicle is
running or not. The flashers will work for up to
two hours when the battery is fully charged and
in good condition. They will not drain the
battery excessively unless they are left on for an
extended period of time.
[SC02480(ALL)07/95]
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Hazard flasher switch
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[SC02600(ALL)01/95]
Turn Signals
[SC02650(ALL)02/95]
Move the lever up to signal a right turn. Move
it down to signal a left turn. The corresponding
indicator light in the instrument cluster will
flash.
[SC02775(ALL)07/95]
If the turn signal stays on after you turn, move
the lever back to the center off position.
[SC02825(ALL)02/95]
For lane changes, move the lever far enough to
signal but not to latch. The lever will return to
the OFF position when you release it.
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[SV32700(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
Do not let the reservoir for the master
cylinder run dry. This may cause the
brakes to fail.
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[SV32800(ALL)03/95]
Power Steering Fluid
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[SV32900(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the power steering fluid at
least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall).
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[SV33000(ALL)03/95]
Checking and Adding Power Steering
Fluid
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[SV33100(ALL)02/95]
1. Start the engine and let it run until the
power steering fluid reaches normal
operating temperature. The power steering
fluid will be at the right temperature when
the engine coolant temperature gauge in the
instrument cluster is near the center of the
NORMAL operating temperature range.
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[SV33200(ALL)01/95]
2. While the engine idles, turn the steering
wheel back and forth several times. Make
sure that the cap assembly is installed at this
time.
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[SV33300(ALL)05/95]
3. Turn the engine off.
[SV33400(ALL)07/93]
4. Check the fluid level on the reservoir. The
fluid level should be at the F (Full) line on
the reservoir.
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Instrument Cluster Ð Standard
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