high beam FORD PROBE 1996 2.G Owners Manual

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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Steering Column Controls
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[SC00300(ALL)01/95]
The controls on the steering column and wheel
are designed to give you easy access to the
controls while you are driving.
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[SC00400(ALL)01/95]
The Turn Signal Lever
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[SC00500(ALL)01/95]
You can use the turn signal lever on the left side
of the steering column to:
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[SC00600(ALL)08/91]
q
operate the headlamps and parking lamps
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[SC00700(ALL)03/95]
q
operate the turn signals and cornering lamps
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[SC00800(ALL)01/95]
q
turn the high beams on/off
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[SC00900(ALL)05/95]
q
flash the lamps
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[SC00950(ALL)08/91]
Headlamps and Parking Lamps
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[SC00975(ALL)01/92]
To turn the parking lamps or headlamps on,
twist the knob at the end of the turn signal
lever.
[SC01000(ALL)05/95]
FIRST STOP Ð Turning the knob to the first
stop (g) will turn on the the license plate
lamps, parking lamps, side marker lamps, tail
lamps and instrument panel lamps.
[SC01050(ALL)05/95]
SECOND STOP Ð Turning the knob to the
second stop (B) will turn on the headlamps,
license plate lamps, parking lamps, side marker
lamps, tail lamps and instrument panel lamps.
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80 [SC01300(ALL)02/92]
half page art:0032085-BManual headlamp retractors located behind the headlamps
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[SC02075(ALL)05/95]
High Beams and Flashing the Lamps
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[SC02080(ALL)05/95]
To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamp
control knob to the headlamp ON position and
push the turn signal lever away from you until
it latches. When the high beams are ON, the
high beam indicator light on the instrument
panel comes on.
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[SC02085(ALL)05/95]
To turn off the high beams, pull the lever
toward you until it latches. The high beam
indicator light turns off.
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[SC02090(ALL)05/95]
Flashing the Lights
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[SC02091(ALL)06/95]
To flash the headlamps, pull the lever toward
you for a moment and then release it. The
headlamps will flash whether the headlamp
knob is in the on or off position.
[SC02093(ALL)08/91]
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Highbeam and flash-to-pass operation
[SC02095(ALL)11/91]
If the headlamps are retracted when you pull
the lever toward you, they will pop up and
flash.
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[SC02097(ALL)05/95]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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[SC02098(ALL)05/95]
Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these
may cause scratches or crack the lamps.
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[SC02100(ALL)03/95]
Hazard Flasher
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[SC02200(ALL)09/93]
To alert other drivers to hazardous situations,
press the 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 hazards 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.
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[SV38800(ALL)03/95]
Lights and Bulb Replacement
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[SV38900(ALL)01/95]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the
following lights frequently:
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[SV39000(ALL)01/95]
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headlamps
[SV39050(ALL)05/95]
q
high-mount brakelamp
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[SV39100(ALL)01/95]
q
tail lamps
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[SV39200(ALL)01/95]
q
brakelamps
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[SV39300(ALL)01/95]
q
hazard flasher
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[SV39400(ALL)01/95]
q
turn signals
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[SV39500(ALL)01/95]
q
side markers
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[SV39600(ALL)01/95]
q
license plate lamp
[SV39700(ALL)01/89]
q
fog lamps (GT model)
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[SV39800(ALL)01/95]
The alignment of your headlamps should be
checked if:
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[SV39900(ALL)01/95]
q
oncoming motorists frequently signal you to
turn off your vehicle's high beams when you
do not have the high beams on
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[SV40000(ALL)01/95]
q
the headlamps do not seem to give you
enough light to see clearly at night
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[SV40100(ALL)01/95]
q
the headlamp beams are pointed substantially
away from a position slightly down and to
the right
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[SV40200(ALL)03/95]
Headlamp Bulb
[SV40300(ALL)03/94]
Your vehicle has retractable halogen headlamps.
If you need to replace a headlamp, have it done
by a Ford service technician.
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292 Index
Automatic transaxle
driving with............. 147
fluid, adding............. 242
fluid, checking............ 242
B
Backing up.............149, 155
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery................. 239
acid, treating emergencies.....169, 241
disconnecting............. 173
how to service............ 239
jumping a disabled battery....... 169
maintenance-free........... 239
proper disposal, recycling....... 241
replacement, specifications....... 268
servicing............... 239
when storing your vehicle....... 272
Brake fluid
brake warning light........... 55
checking and adding......... 245
description.............. 245
Brakes
adjustment.............. 157
anti-lock............... 157
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light............. 57
applying the brakes.......... 157
brake warning light........... 55
fluid, checking and adding....... 245
front disc............... 157
new brake linings............ 5
noise...............157±158
parking............... 160
servicing............... 245
when storing your vehicle....... 273
Break-in period.............. 5
Brights (high beams)............ 80
Bulbs, replacing............. 256
headlamps.............. 256
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298 Index
Gauges, Mechanical (continued)
odometer................ 62
speedometer.............. 62
tachometer............... 62
trip odometer.............. 62
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 165
definition............... 164
Gearshift
automatic operation.......... 147
downshifting............. 156
locking the gearshift........... 37
positions............... 147
shifting the gears.........147, 154
upshifting.............. 156
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 165
definition............... 164
H
Hatchback release............ 117
Hazard flashers.............. 81
Headlamps
aiming................ 256
checking alignment.......... 256
cleaning................ 81
daytime running lights......... 78
flashing................ 81
high beam............... 80
raising manually............ 79
replacing bulbs............ 256
Head restraints............. 104
High beams
indicator light............. 58
operation................ 80
Hood
latch location............. 206
release lever............. 206
working under the hood........ 204
Horn................... 87
Hoses, checking............. 229
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Index 299
I
Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) . . . 193
Idle
relearning.............. 173
speed................. 45
Ignition
positions of the ignition......... 37
removing the key............ 41
Infant seats (see Safety seats)........ 24
Instrument cluster............. 51
mechanical............... 52
Instrument panel
lighting up panel and interior...... 72
location of components......... 63
J
Jack
operation.............. 177
positioning.............. 177
Jump-starting your vehicle
attaching cables............ 171
disconnecting cables.......... 173
K
Keys
positions of the ignition......... 37
removing from the ignition....... 41
stuck in lock position.......... 37
L
Lamps
checking............... 256
daytime running light system...... 78
flashing the lamps........... 81
fog lamps............... 74
hazard flashers............. 81
high beams.............. 80
instrument panel, dimming....... 72
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300 Index
Lamps (continued)
interior lamps.............. 72
replacing bulbs............ 256
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal).......... 77,83
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag................. 55
anti-lock brakes (ABS).......... 57
brake................. 55
check engine.............. 58
high beam............... 58
rear ABS................ 57
safety belt............... 54
testing the warning lights........ 43
turn signal indicator........... 77
Load limits
GAWR................ 164
GVWR................ 164
trailer towing............. 166
Lug nuts, standard........... 177
M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance
Schedule and Record booklet)...... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 203
Maintenance (see servicing)........ 203
Manual transaxle
clutch................ 153
shifting gears............. 154
shift speeds.............. 156
Manual transmission
backing up (reverse).......... 155
shifting gears............. 154
shift speeds.............. 156
Map pockets.............. 115
Master cylinder, brakes......... 245
Methanol in fuel............. 214
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