warning light FORD MUSTANG 1996 4.G User Guide

66 [LG04025(M )06/93]1. Park your car on level ground, and turn off
the engine and allow a few minutes for the
engine oil to drain back into the oil pan.
[LG04075(M )06/93]
2. Use the dipstick to check the oil. If the level
is low, add oil, but do not overfill. See
Engine Oil Recommendationsin the Index.
[LG04100(M )12/91]
If you are parked on a steep incline, the LOW
OIL LEVEL warning may come on when you
start your car, even though the oil is at the
correct level.
[LG04125(M )11/90]
NOTE: The LOW OIL LEVEL warning will
stay on until you turn the ignition
OFF. After your car is on level ground,
wait five minutes to allow the oil to
drain back before turning the ignition
ON again.
[LG04200(M )06/93]
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[LG04300( ALL)07/95]
Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
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[LG04305( ALL)09/95]
This warning light and chime remind you to
fasten your safety belt. The following conditions
will take place:
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[LG04315(M )03/95]
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If the safety belt is not buckled when the key
is turned to the ON position, the light comes
on for 1 to 2 minutes and the chime sounds
for 4 to 8 seconds.
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[LG04320(MBC )03/95]
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If the safety belt is buckled while the light is
on and the chime is sounding, both the light
and chime will turn off.
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68 % [LG04650(M )05/95]Low Coolant Warning Light (4.6L Engine
Only)
[LG04660(M )03/92]
This light tells you that the coolant is low inside
the coolant recovery bottle and that you should
add more coolant.
[LG04665(M )03/92]
This light comes on for a few seconds when
your ignition key is turned to start, but should
turn off when the engine starts. If this light stays
on, check the level of coolant inside the recovery
bottle. SeeEngine Coolantin the Index.
[LG04670(M )05/95]
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[LG04700( ALL)01/95]
Charging System Light
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[LG04800( ALL)03/95]
This light indicates that your battery is not being
charged and that you need to have the electrical
system checked.
[LG04900( ALL)05/92]
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[LG05100( ALL)07/95]
This light comes on every time you turn the
ignition to the ON or START position (engine
off). The light should go off when the engine
starts and the alternator begins to charge.
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70 %
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[LG07200( ALL)01/95]
High Beam Light
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[LG07300( ALL)03/95]
This light comes on when the headlamps are
turned to high beam or when you flash the
lights.
[LG07400( ALL)05/92]
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[LG11005( ALL)03/95]
Check Engine Warning Light
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[LG11015( ALL)05/95]
The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II)
system consists of the hardware and software
necessary to monitor the operation of the
powertrain. The OBD II system is designed to
check the function of the vehicle's powertrain
control system during normal operation. If an
emission problem is detected, the Check Engine
Warning Light (in the cluster) is turned on.
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[LG11020( ALL)05/95]
Modification or additions to the vehicle may
cause incorrect operation of the OBD II system.
Additions such as burglar alarms, cellular
phones, and CB radios must be carefully
installed. Do not install these devices by tapping
into or running wires close to powertrain control
system wires or components.
[LG11045( ALL)09/95]
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[LG11050( ALL)05/95]
The light comes on briefly when you turn the
ignition key toON, but it should turn off when
the engine starts. If the light does not come on
when you turn the ignition toONor if it comes
on and stays on when you are driving, have
your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. This
indicates a possible problem with one of the
vehicle's emission control systems. You do not
need to have your vehicle towed in.
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[LG11055( ALL)05/95]
If the light turns on and off at one (1) second
intervals while you are driving the vehicle, it
means that the engine is misfiring. If this
condition persists, damage could occur to the
engine or catalytic convertor. Have your vehicle
serviced at the first opportunity. You do not
need to have your vehicle towed in.
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[LG11060( ALL)05/95]
If the light turns on and off on rare occasions
while you are driving, it means that a
malfunction occurred and the condition corrected
itself.
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[LG11065( ALL)05/95]
An example of a condition which corrects itself
occurs when an engine running out of fuel
begins to misfire. In this case, the Check Engine
Warning Light may turn on and will then set a
Diagnostic Trouble Code indicating that the
engine was misfiring while the last of the fuel
was being consumed. After refueling, the Check
Engine Warning Light will turn off after the
vehicle has completed three consecutive warm
up cycles without a misfire condition occurring.
A warm up cycle consists of engine start from a
cold condition (engine at ambient temperature)
and running until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
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[LG11075( ALL)05/95]
On the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine
Warning Light will turn off as soon as the
engine begins to crank. It is not necessary to
have the engine serviced.
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[LG111000(ALL )03/96]
Under certain conditions, the Check Engine
Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is
not properly installed. If the Check Engine
Warning Light comes on and you suspect that
the fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off the
road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off
the engine. Remove and replace the fuel cap,
making sure it is properly seated.
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[LG11200( ALL)05/95]
After completing the three consecutive warm up
cycles and on the fourth engine start up, the
Check Engine Warning Light should turn off. If
the light does not go off after the fourth engine
restart, have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer or a qualified technician.
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[LG11475(M )04/95]
Anti-Theft Alarm Light (If equipped)
[LG11550(M )12/94]
This light is used when you set the anti-theft
alarm system. SeeAnti-Theft Systemin the
Featureschapter for more information.
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[LG12910( ALL)05/95]
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
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[LG12920( ALL)09/95]
The turn signal arrow will flash to indicate the
direction in which you are going to be turning.
[LG12950( ALL)06/93]
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[IP34367( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system
will not illuminate the tail lamps and
parking lamps. Turn on your headlamps
at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a
collision.
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[IP34370( ALL)01/95]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
[IP34500(M )12/94]
To turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, side
markers, and tail lamps, use the control knob
that is to the left of the steering wheel.
[IP34510(M )08/93]
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Headlamp switch location
[IP34900(M )05/95]
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The knob that controls the headlamps and parking lamps
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124 % [FV20450(M )12/93]Folding Rear Seat (Coupe only)
[FV20455(M )12/93]
To fold down the rear seats, gently pull on the
release straps.
[FV20460(M )12/93]
NOTE: It may be necessary to apply slight
hand pressure to top of seatback while
pulling on release strap.
[FV20465(M )12/93]
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Rear seat release straps
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[FV20470(M )12/93]
To raise the rear seatback:
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[FV20475(M )12/93]
1. Push the seatback upward until it locks in
place.
[FV20480(M )12/93]
2. Make sure the seatback is firmly latched by
pushing forward and backward on it.
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[FV20485(M )05/95]
RWARNING
Securely latch the seatback in the upright
position to prevent the seatback or objects
from being thrown forward during a
sudden stop or collision.
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128 [FV28700( ALL)01/89]The Right Side Convex Mirror
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[FV28800( ALL)02/94]
The side view mirror on the right is a convex
mirror. This mirror gives you a wider view of
the lanes on your right and behind you.
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[FV28900( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The side view mirror on the right makes
objects appear smaller and farther away
than they actually are.
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[FV28950( ALL)05/95]
Sun Visors
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[FV29100( ALL)05/94]
Turning on the Mirror Light on the Sun
Visors (If equipped)
[FV29300( ALL)06/93]
To turn on the visor mirror light, lift the mirror
cover.
[FV29700(M )08/93]
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The mirror on the sun visor
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188 [DR11900( ALL)05/94]Ford Motor Company has not found any
detrimental effects of popular mobile radio
transmitting equipment installed on vehicles
with the anti-lock brake system, if the equipment
is installed according to the manufacturer's
instructions. However, if mobile radio
transmitting equipment is installed in your
vehicle and, if either the anti-lock brake system
cycles or the check anti-lock light comes on at
any time other than right after you turn the key
to ON or during a sudden stop, have your
mobile radio dealer inspect the installation.
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[DR12000( ALL)03/95]
Parking Brake
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[DR12050( ALL)01/95]
The parking brake should be used whenever
you park your vehicle.
[DR12100(M )01/89]
The brake handle is located between the front
seats.
[DR12600(M )03/95]
To set the parking brake after parking your
vehicle, apply the brake pedal with your right
foot and pull up on the parking brake handle.
The brake system warning light will glow.
[DR13100(M )08/93]
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The parking brake
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[DR13700(M )03/95]
RWARNING
When parking, do not use the gearshift in
place of the parking brake. Turn the key
to LOCK whenever you leave your
vehicle. Always set the parking brake
fully and make sure that the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park) (automatic
transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual
transmission). Never leave your vehicle
unattended while it is running. If you do
not take these precautions, your vehicle
may move unexpectedly and injure
someone.
[DR13900(M )10/95]
To release the parking brake, pull the handle
upward, push in the button, then lower the
handle. The Brake System warning light will
glow if the parking brake is not fully released
when the engine is running.
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[DR14200( ALL)03/95]
Always check the Brake Warning Light each
time you start your engine. Driving with the
parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear
out quickly and will reduce the fuel economy.
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[DR14300( ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
If the parking brake is fully released, but
the Brake System light remains on, have
the brakes checked immediately. They
may not be working properly.
[DR14400( ALL)07/93]
The parking brake system is designed for static
parking only and is not designed to stop a
moving vehicle, but you can use the parking
brake to stop your vehicle in an emergency if
the normal brakes fail. However, since the
parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the
stopping distance will increase greatly and the
handling of your vehicle will be adversely
affected.
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