warning FORD MUSTANG 1996 4.G Owner's Guide

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[LG02710(M )06/93]
The Cluster
[LG02715(M )06/93]
The following warning lights and gauges are on
the cluster. All of the warning lights and gauges
alert you to possible problems with your vehicle.
Some of the lights listed are optional. The
following sections detail what each of these
indicators means.
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[LG02900( ALL)06/95]
Brake System Warning Light
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[LG03000( ALL)03/95]
The warning light for the brakes can show two
things Ð that the parking brake is not fully
released, or that the brake fluid level is low in
the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is
low, the brake system should be checked by a
qualified service technician.
[LG03050(M )05/95]
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This light comes on when the parking brake is
set, or if it is not set, it comes on briefly when
you turn the ignition key to START. It normally
goes off shortly after the engine starts and you
release the parking brake. If the light stays on
after you have fully released the parking brake,
have the hydraulic brake system serviced.
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[LG03200( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes
may not be working properly. Have the
brakes checked immediately.
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Anti-Lock Brake System Light
(If equipped)
[LG03500( ALL)05/94]
This warning light will go on each time you
start your vehicle. If it remains on for longer
than five seconds, you should shut off your
engine and restart. If the anti-lock brake light
stays on, this indicates that the anti-lock feature
is disabled and should receive immediate
attention by a qualified service technician.
Normal braking is not affected unless the brake
warning light is also lit.
[LG03680( ALL)05/95]
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[LG03700( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If the anti-lock brake system warning
light remains on or comes on while
driving, have the braking system checked
by a qualified service technician as soon
as possible.
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[LG03800( ALL)10/95]
NOTE: If a fault occurs in the anti-lock
system, and the brake warning light is
not lit, the anti-lock system is disabled
but normal brake function remains
operational.
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Low Oil Level Light (4.6L engines only)
[LG04000(M )06/93]
This light indicates that the level of the oil in
your engine is low and you have to add more
oil. The light may glow for a moment when the
engine is started. If the light stays on while the
engine is running, check the engine oil.
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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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[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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[SC05600( ALL)08/95]
Do not try to clean the windshield when the
washer fluid container is empty or activate the
washers at any time for more than 15 seconds
continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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[SC05700( ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
In freezing weather, the washer solution
may freeze on the windshield and obscure
your vision. Always warm up the
windshield with the defroster before you
use the washer fluid. If you cannot see
through the windshield clearly, it can
increase the risk of being involved in a
collision.
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[SC05800( ALL)08/95]
For information about refilling the washer fluid
or replacing your windshield wiper blades, see
Windshield washer fluid and Wipersin the Index.
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[SC05810( ALL)03/95]
Hazard Flasher
[SC05820( ALL)05/95]
To alert other drivers to hazardous situations,
push in the hazard flasher on the top of the
steering column. The same switch turns the
flashers off.
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[SC05830( ALL)03/95]
The flashers work whether your vehicle is
running or not. The flashers work for up to two
hours when the battery is fully charged and in
good condition without draining the battery
excessively. If the flashers run for longer than
two hours or if the battery is not fully charged,
the battery can be drained.
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[SC07300( ALL)05/95]
Tilt Steering
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[SC07400( ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel when the
vehicle is moving.
[SC07700(MBC )03/93]
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The lever to tilt the steering wheel
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[SC08000( ALL)09/95]
To change the position of the steering wheel,
pull the release lever on the column toward you.
Tip the steering wheel to the desired position.
Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in
place.
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