check engine light Mercury Grand Marquis 1996 s Owner's Guide

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[SV13510( ALL)02/95]
Self-Service Pointers
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[SV13520( ALL)01/95]
If you choose to do your own fueling, you
should also perform a few simple maintenance
routines. This extra effort will save you
additional money and contribute to the driving
efficiency of your vehicle.
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[SV13530( ALL)01/95]
The following procedures require only a tire
gauge, a rag, an oil can spout and windshield
washer fluid.
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[SV13540( ALL)01/95]
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Check the engine oil at every refueling stop
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[SV13550( ALL)01/95]
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Clean the windshield, outside mirrors and
headlights
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[SV13560( ALL)01/95]
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Check windshield washer fluid
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[SV13570( ALL)02/95]
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Check tires for excessive wear or worn edges
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[SV13580( ALL)01/95]
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Check the tire pressure at least monthly
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[SV13600( ALL)03/95]
Engine Oil Recommendations
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[SV13610( ALL)04/95]
We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an
equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification
ESE-M2C153-E and displaying the American
Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on
the front of the container.
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[SV13650( ALL)03/95]
one third page art:0060021-E
The API Certification Mark
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Neveruse:
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[SV13680( ALL)01/95]
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ªNon-Detergentº oils
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[SV13690( ALL)04/95]
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Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
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[SV13700( ALL)01/95]
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Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments
or engine treatments
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[SV13702( ALL)03/95]
Engine oils with anSAE 5W-30viscosity are
PREFERREDfor your vehicle. They provide the
best engine performance, fuel economy and
engine protection for all climates down to-15ÊF
(-25ÊC).
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[SV13703( ALL)03/95]
Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and
of the preferred viscosity may be used in your
engine. The engine oil and oil filter must still be
changed according to the maintenance schedule.
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[SV13775( ALL)01/95]
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[SV13800( ALL)03/95]
Since the proper amount of engine oil is
important for safe engine operation, check the oil
using the dipstick each time you put fuel in
your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off,
the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be
parked on level ground.
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[SV13900( ALL)04/95]
Checking the engine oil level:
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[SV14000( ALL)02/95]
1. Turn the engine off after it has warmed up
and allow a few minutes for the engine oil
to drain back into the oil pan.
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[SV14025( BCGV)03/95]
2. Set the parking brake, making sure the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
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[SV14100( ALL)02/95]
3. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine
heat.
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[SV14200( ALL)03/95]
4. Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in
yellow) and carefully pull it out of the
engine.
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[SV14300( ALL)01/95]
5. Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into
position, making sure it is fully seated.
[SV14400( GV)08/93]
one inch art:0000970-A
Engine oil dipstick
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[SV14500( ALL)03/95]
6. Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the
oil level is below the ªADD 1 QTº line, add
engine oil as necessary. If the oil level is
beyond the letter ªFº in Full, engine damage
or high oil consumption may occur and
some oil must be removed from the engine.
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[SV14600( ALL)01/95]
7. Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is
fully seated.
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[SV14800( ALL)01/95]
It may be necessary to add some oil between oil
changes. Make sure you use a CERTIFIED
engine oil of the preferred viscosity. Your
vehicle's warranty coverage may not apply if
engine damage is caused by the use of improper
engine oil.
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[SV15000( ALL)03/95]
Add engine oil through the oil filler cap
highlighted in yellow. To add oil, remove the
filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil into the
opening. Be careful not to overfill the engine.
Recheck the oil level after you finish adding oil.
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[SV53075( ALL)03/95]
In general, maintenance, replacement, or service
of the emissions control devices or systems in
your new Ford Motor Company vehicle or
engine may be performed at your expense by
any automotive repair establishment or
individual using automotive parts equivalent to
those which your vehicle or engine was
originally equipped.
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[SV53150( ALL)05/95]
Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine
Ford replacement parts. If other than Ford or
Motorcraft parts or Ford authorized
remanufactured parts are used for maintenance
replacements or for the service of components
affecting emissions control, such non-Ford parts
should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor
Company parts in performance and durability. It
is the owner's responsibility to determine the
equivalency of such parts. Please consult your
warranty booklet for complete warranty
information.
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[SV53175( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in
dry grass or other dry ground cover. The
emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which
can start a fire.
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[SV53200( ALL)05/95]
Watch for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss
of oil pressure, the charge warning light, the
check engine light, or the temperature warning
light. These sometimes indicate that the emission
system is not working properly.
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[SV53300( ALL)01/95]
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your
vehicle or engine. Changes that cause more
unburned fuel to reach the exhaust system can
increase the temperature of the engine or
exhaust system.
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318 Index
Emergencies, roadside
assistance............... 213
battery acid spills........... 195
jump-starting............. 195
towing................ 211
Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 180
Emission control system,
catalytic converter........... 286
Engine
check engine warning light..... 55,66
does not start.............. 41
fuel injected engine, starting....... 39
fuel system shut-off switch........ 45
preparing to start............ 39
service points............. 237
starting................. 40
starting after a collision......... 45
storing your vehicle.......... 295
Engine block heater............ 42
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 249
checking hoses............ 250
disposal............... 253
preparing for storage......... 295
proper solution............ 251
recovery reservoir........... 249
refill capacities............ 291
specifications............. 293
Engine coolant temperature gauge
description............. 58,64
electronic................ 64
mechanical............... 59
Engine oil
changing oil and oil filter....... 248
checking and adding......... 246
dipstick............... 246
disposal............... 248
engine oil pressure gauge........ 61
engine oil pressure warning light..... 69
filter, specifications.......... 292
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Index 323
L
Lamps
autolamp delay system........ 104
bulb replacement specifications chart . . 285
checking............... 280
courtesy lamps............ 109
daytime running light system..... 102
dome lamps............. 108
flashing the lamps.......... 112
hazard flashers............ 115
headlamps.............. 103
high beams............. 112
high-mount brakelamp........ 283
illuminated entry system....... 125
illuminated mirrors.......... 144
interior lamps............ 106
map lamps.............. 108
replacing bulbs............ 280
trailer................ 193
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal)........... 112
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag............... 52,68
air suspension............. 55
anti-lock brakes (ABS)........ 50,84
anti-theft................ 83
brake............... 49,85
charging system.......... 52,69
check engine............ 55,66
door ajar................ 81
engine oil pressure........... 69
hazard warning light.......... 86
high beam............. 54,66
low fuel................ 54
low washer fluid............ 81
oil pressure.............. 69
overdrive off............ 53,81
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Index 325
O
Odometer
description............. 60,73
trip odometer............. 60
Oil filter................ 292
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 245
Oil viscosity.............. 246
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 288
Overdrive............... 175
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system............. 132
Parking brake
operation.............. 180
warning light............ 49,85
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 292
PCV valve, specifications........ 292
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 271
Power door locks............ 124
Power features
antenna............... 154
door locks.............. 124
lumbar support............ 138
mirrors............... 141
seats................. 138
windows............... 134
Power point electrical outlet....... 145
Power steering
driving with power steering...... 178
fluid, checking and adding...... 270
fluid, refill capacity.......... 291
fluid, specifications.......... 293
servicing............... 178
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328 Index
Speedometer............. 60,73
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle...... 39
starting a cold engine.......... 40
starting after a collision......... 45
starting a warm engine......... 40
Steering, power............. 178
Steering wheel
horn................. 116
locking................. 37
speed controls............ 118
tilting................ 117
Storage compartments, map pockets.... 146
Storing your vehicle........... 294
Sun visor................ 143
Supplemental air bag readiness light . . 52, 68
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).... 17
T
Tail lamps
bulb replacement........... 285
cleaning............... 103
Temperature control
(see Climate control).......... 88
Tether anchor installation
(see Child restraints).......... 26
Tilt steering wheel............ 117
Tires
changing............... 200
checking the pressure......... 260
cleaning............... 266
replacing............... 262
rotating............... 260
snow tires and chains......... 265
storing your vehicle.......... 296
tire grades.............. 263
treadwear.............. 263
wear bands.............. 262
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Index 329
Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing) . . . 188
Towing your vehicle,
with a tow truck........... 211
Traction assist............. 177
Traction-lok rear axle.......... 176
Trailer towing
calculating maximum trailer weight . . 189
safety chains............. 192
tips................. 194
trailer brakes............. 192
trailer lamps............. 193
Transmission
automatic operation.......... 171
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic)............ 266
fluid, refill capacities......... 291
lubricant specifications........ 293
Transmission control switch....... 174
Transmitter (see Remote entry)...... 130
Trip odometer.............. 60
Trunk
remote release lever.......... 147
trunk ajar warning light......... 82
using the keys to open........ 146
using the remote entry
system to open........... 131
Tune-up specifications (VECI)...... 288
Turn signal
indicator lights........... 57,70
lever................ 111
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Used engine oil, disposal........ 248
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