engine FORD PROBE 1996 2.G User Guide

56 [LG02350(ALL)01/94]This light should come on as you start the
vehicle. If it doesn't come on then, have it fixed
so it will be ready to warn you if there's a
problem.
[LG02550(ALL)06/93]
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Brake system and parking brake light
[LG02600(ALL)01/93]
This light 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, but it may stay on for up to
60 seconds. If the light stays on for longer than
60 seconds or comes on after you have fully
released the parking brake, have the hydraulic
brake system serviced.
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[LG02650(ALL)02/94]
This light will also come on if the parking brake
does not release fully. If it does stay onafterthe
parking brake is fully released, it means there
may be a brake problem. Pull off the road and
stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is
harder to push, the pedal may go closer to the
floor, or it may take longer to stop the vehicle.
Try the brakes again after you have stopped.
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[LG02700(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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[LG02750(ALL)02/95]
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
[LG02760(ALL)01/94]
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, the anti-lock brake system warning
light will come on. When the engine is started,
the anti-lock brake system control unit will
determine if all components of the system are
operating correctly. The warning light could
remain on for two to four seconds.
[LG02771(ALL)06/95]
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The anti-lock brake system warning light
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[LG02780(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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[LG02785(ALL)06/95]
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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[LG02790(ALL)09/93]
NOTE: If your vehicle must be jump-started
because of a low battery, the anti-lock
brake system warning light could
remain on. This is due to low battery
voltage and does not indicate a
malfunction in the system. Under these
circumstances, you should drive your
vehicle only after the battery has had
time to charge and the light has gone
out.
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58 [LG04360(ALL)04/95]The Low Fuel Light
[LG04375(ALL)08/91]
This light comes on when fuel level in your tank
has reached approximately 2-3 gallons (7-10
liters).
[LG04395(ALL)01/92]
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Low fuel light
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[LG04500(ALL)01/95]
High Beam Light
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[LG04600(ALL)03/95]
This light comes on when the headlamps are
turned to high beam or when you flash the
lights.
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[LG04700(ALL)01/92]
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High beam light
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[LG05300(ALL)03/95]
Check Engine Warning Light
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[LG05400(ALL)05/95]
This light comes on when the electronic engine
control system is not working properly. This is
the computer system that controls the operating
conditions of the engine.
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[LG05450(ALL)09/93]
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Check engine warning light
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[LG05600(ALL)05/95]
This light comes on briefly when you turn the
ignition to the ON position, but should turn off
when the engine starts. If the light does not
come on when you turn the ignition to the ON
position or 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 engine's emission
control systems.You do not need to have your
vehicle towed in.
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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.
[LG05885(ALL)06/93]
O/D OFF Light (If equipped)
[LG05886(ALL)05/95]
This light tells you that the overdrive off (O/D
OFF) button on the shift selector has been
pushed. When the light is on, the transaxle will
not shift into overdrive. Depressing the button
on the shift selector again will return the vehicle
to ªoverdrive onº mode. The transaxle will be in
the ªoverdrive onº mode when the vehicle is
started even if the O/D OFF mode was selected
when the vehicle was last shut off.
[LG05888(ALL)06/93]
If the light does not come on when the O/D
OFF button is pressed, or if the light flashes
when you are driving, have your vehicle
serviced at the first opportunity. If this condition
persists, damage could occur to the transaxle.
[LG05889(ALL)01/94]
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Overdrive OFF light
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[LG05890(ALL)10/93]
Gauges
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[LG05900(ALL)01/95]
Fuel Gauge
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[LG06000(ALL)01/95]
The fuel gauge displays approximately how
much fuel you have in the fuel tank.
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[LG06025(ALL)05/93]
The ignition must be turned off while putting
fuel in the tank in order to get a correct fuel
gauge reading after the ignition is turned on.
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[LG06075(ALL)05/93]
The fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly while
the vehicle is in motion. This is the result of fuel
movement within the tank. You can get a more
accurate reading with the vehicle on smooth,
level ground.
[LG06100(ALL)01/89]
Charging System Gauge
[LG06200(ALL)05/95]
This gauge tells you your battery's voltage when
you turn your ignition key to ON. When you
start your engine, the pointer should move to
the NORMAL range if you are not operating
any electrical accessories. (If electrical accessories
are operating and the engine is not running, the
pointer may move into the red area).
[LG06300(ALL)01/94]
If the pointer moves into the red area when no
electrical accessories are operating, have the
vehicle's electrical system checked.
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[LG06310(ALL)05/94]
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
[LG06330(ALL)05/95]
The gauge needle should stay in the NORMAL
range (indicating normal engine oil pressure). If
the needle drops below the NORMAL range into
the low range, there is a loss of oil pressure.
[LG06335(ALL)11/91]
If this happens:
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[LG06340(ALL)01/95]
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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[LG06350(ALL)04/95]
2. Shut off the engine immediately or severe
engine damage could result.
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3. Check the oil level when the vehicle is on
level ground.
[LG06370(ALL)11/91]
4. Add only as much oil as the engine needs
before you drive the vehicle again. Do not
overfill the oil reservoir. For more
information, seeAdding engine oilin the
Index.
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[LG06400(ALL)01/95]
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
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[LG06500(ALL)03/95]
This gauge indicates the temperature of the
engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the
coolant is not at its proper level or mixture, the
gauge indication will not be accurate.
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[LG06600(ALL)03/94]
The pointer usually moves from C (cold) into
the NORMAL band as your vehicle warms up.
Under most driving conditions, the pointer
should stay in the NORMAL band. If you are
driving in heavy traffic or on an extended grade
in hot weather, the pointer may reach to the top
of the NORMAL band.
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[LG06700(ALL)05/95]
If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves
above the NORMAL band, the engine coolant is
overheating and continued operation may cause
engine damage.
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[LG06800(ALL)01/95]
If your engine coolant overheats:
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[LG06900(ALL)03/95]
1. Pull off the road as soon as it is safely
possible.
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[LG07000(ALL)04/95]
2. Shut off the engine immediately or severe
engine damage could result.
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[LG07100(ALL)05/95]
3. Let the engine cool.
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[LG07200(ALL)03/95]
4. Check the coolant level following the
instructions on checking and adding coolant
to your engine. (SeeEngine coolantin the
Index.) If you do not follow these
instructions, you or others could be injured.
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[LG07250(ALL)03/95]
For instructions on checking and adding coolant
to your engine, seeEngine coolantin the Index. If
you do not follow these instructions, you or
others could be injured.
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[LG07300(ALL)05/92]
5. Add as much coolant as your engine needs.
If the engine continues to overheat, have the
coolant system serviced.
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[LG07500(ALL)01/95]
Speedometer
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[LG07600(ALL)01/95]
The speedometer tells you how many miles
(kilometers) per hour your vehicle is moving.
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[LG07700(ALL)01/95]
Odometer
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[LG07800(ALL)01/95]
The odometer tells you the total number of miles
(kilometers) your vehicle has been driven.
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[LG08000(ALL)11/94]
Trip Odometer
[LG08050(ALL)01/95]
Use the trip odometer to track your mileage.
Simply set the trip odometer to zero by pressing
the reset button.
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[LG09000(ALL)02/95]
Tachometer
[LG09001(ALL)01/95]
The tachometer indicates approximate engine
revolutions per minute, and is located on the
right-hand side of the instrument cluster. The
tachometer pointer may move slightly when the
key is placed in the ACC or ON position, with
the engine off. This pointer movement is normal,
and will not affect the accuracy of the
tachometer once the engine is running.
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[IP06950(ALL)01/95]
Sometimes you may notice slight engine surging
if you have the air conditioner on. This is
normal, as the system is designed to cycle the
compressor on and off to maintain desired
cooling. The reduced compressor operation
should benefit fuel economy.
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[IP07000(ALL)01/95]
On some vehicles with air conditioning,
wide-open throttle acceleration will temporarily
cut off the air conditioning.
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[IP07050(ALL)01/95]
Since the air conditioner removes a lot of
moisture from the air during operation, it is
normal for water to drip on the pavement under
the air conditioner drain after you have stopped
the vehicle.
[IP07150(ALL)08/91]
Action for heating and windshield defrosting are
identical for cars equipped with either the
Heating Only Systemor theHeating and Air
Conditioning System. For instructions about these
functions, see the previous section,Heating Only
System. For instructions about using the air
conditioning, see the following sections.
[IP07350(ALL)01/95]
MAX A/C
[IP07360(ALL)01/95]
When MAX A/C is selected, cooled interior air
is recirculated through the system. This position
is more efficient than NORM A/C.
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[IP07375(ALL)09/93]
To cool your vehicle quickly in warm weather:
[IP07400(ALL)08/91]
1. Turn the function selector control to MAX
A/C.
[IP07450(ALL)08/91]
2. Turn the temperature control to the blue
(cool) area.
[IP07475(ALL)08/91]
3. Set the fan at the desired speed.
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[IP07500(ALL)09/93]
If the inside of your vehicle is very warm,
drive for a few minutes with the windows
down. This forces most of the hot, stale air
out of the vehicle and helps the air
conditioning cool the vehicle faster.
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[IP13850(ALL)02/91]
Engine Idle Speed Control System
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[IP13875(ALL)02/91]
Genuine Ford air conditioning (either
factory-installed or dealer-installed) has an
engine idle speed control system that
compensates for engine speed loss that may
occur when the air conditioning compressor is
running. This idle speed control holds the engine
idle essentially constant, regardless of whether
the air conditioning system is on or off.
[IP13890(ALL)01/95]
NOTE: Whenever service to the air
conditioning system is required, make
sure the service facility uses a
refrigerant recycling system. These
systems will capture the refrigerant for
reuse. Releasing certain refrigerants
into the atmosphere is hazardous to the
environment.
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[IP13900(ALL)12/93]
Rear Window Defroster (If equipped)
(Standard in Canada)
[IP14000(ALL)06/94]
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Rear window defroster button
[IP14200(ALL)01/95]
The defroster for the rear window clears frost,
fog, or thin ice from both the inside and outside
of the rear window. The rear window defroster
button is located on the lower right of the
instrument panel below the climate control
panel. This button is also used to activate your
heated power mirrors (if equipped).
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[IP14300(ALL)02/95]
To defrost the rear window:
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[IP14400(ALL)02/95]
1. Clear any snow from the rear window.
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[IP14500(ALL)09/93]
2. Get in your vehicle and start the engine.
[IP14600(ALL)03/91]
3. Press the rear defrost button. The indicator
light turns on.
[IP14800(ALL)01/92]
The defroster turns off automatically after 15 to
25 minutes. If the window is not clear, turn on
the defroster again. It will also automatically
shut off any time the engine is shut 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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[IP17700(ALL)01/92]
Interior Lights
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[IP20500(ALL)01/95]
Lighting Up the Interior and Instrument
Panel
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[IP20600(ALL)01/92]
With the parking lamps or headlamps on, the
brightness of the instrument panel lighting can
be adjusted.
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[IP20700(ALL)09/93]
To brighten or dim the instrument panel
lighting, rotate the dimmer control thumbwheel
as desired.
[IP20800(ALL)01/94]
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Dimmer control thumbwheel
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