no heat Mercury Grand Marquis 1996 Owner's Manuals

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[ST11210( ALL)05/95]
If the engine idle speed does not slow down
automatically, do not allow your vehicle to idle
for more than 10 minutes. Have the vehicle
checked.
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[ST11225( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Extended idling at high engine speeds can
produce very high temperatures in the
engine and exhaust system, creating the
risk of fire or other damage.
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[ST11250( 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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[ST11300( ALL)03/95]
If you consistently start your vehicle in subzero
temperatures, use an engine block heater (if
your vehicle has this option).
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[ST11400( ALL)03/95]
Engine Block Heater (If equipped)
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[ST11500( ALL)03/95]
Engine block heaters are strongly recommended
if you live in a region where temperatures reach
-10ÊF (-23ÊC) orbelow. An engine block heater
warms the engine coolant, which improves
starting, warms up the engine faster, and allows
the heater-defrost system to respond quickly.
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[ST11700( ALL)02/95]
To turn the heater on, simply plug it into a
grounded 110-volt outlet. Ford recommends that
you use a 110-volt circuit that is protected by a
ground fault circuit interrupter.
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[ST11800( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
To prevent electrical shock, do not use
your heater with ungrounded electrical
systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters.
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[ST11900( ALL)03/95]
For best results, plug the heater in at least three
hours before you start your vehicle. Using the
heater for longer than three hours will not
damage the engine, so you can plug it in at
night to start your vehicle the following
morning.
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[ST12000( ALL)12/91]
NOTE: Be sure to disconnect the engine block
heater before driving your vehicle.
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[ST13100( ALL)02/95]
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
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[ST13200( ALL)02/95]
Carbon monoxide, although colorless and
odorless, is present in exhaust fumes. Take
precautions to avoid its dangerous effects.
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[ST13300( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not start your vehicle in a closed
garage or other enclosed area. Never sit in
a stopped vehicle for more than a short
period of time with the engine running.
Exhaust fumes are toxic. SeeGuarding
Against Exhaust Fumesin this chapter for
more instructions.
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[ST13400( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your dealer inspect your
vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes.
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[ST13500( ALL)01/95]
Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems
checked whenever:
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[ST13600( ALL)02/95]
q
your vehicle is raised for service
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[ST13700( ALL)02/95]
q
the sound of the exhaust system changes
*
[ST13800( ALL)01/95]
q
your vehicle has been damaged in a collision
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[ST13900( ALL)01/95]
Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet
vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris.
[ST14000( ALL)12/94]
If the engine is idling while you are stopped in
an open area for long periods of time, open the
windows at least one inch (2.5 cm). Also, the
heating or air conditioning system should be set
to any function except MAX A/C or AUTO.
[ST14125( BCGV)05/94]
q
If you use the heater, set the fan speed on
MEDIUM or HIGH with the function control
on any position except OFF and the
temperature control at any desired position.
[ST14250( BCGV)12/88]
q
If you use the air conditioner, set the fan
speed on MEDIUM or HIGH with the
function control on any position except OFF
or MAX and the temperature control at any
desired position.
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conditions, and under certain driving conditions
such as, heavy stop and go traffic, or driving up
hills in hot weather, for the pointer to indicate at
the top of the NORMAL band.
[LG13650( ALL)05/94]
If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves
above the NORMAL band, the engine is
overheating and continued operation may cause
engine damage.
% [LG13740( GV)05/94]
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The engine coolant temperature gauge
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[LG14100( ALL)01/95]
If your engine coolant overheats:
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[LG14200( ALL)03/95]
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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[LG14300( ALL)01/95]
2. Turn off the engine.
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[LG14400( ALL)05/95]
3. Let the engine cool.DO NOT REMOVE
COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL
THE ENGINE IS COOL.
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[LG14500( ALL)04/95]
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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[LG14600( ALL)01/95]
If the coolant continues to overheat, have the
coolant system serviced.
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[LG24605( GV)01/95]
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
% [LG24610( GV)03/94]
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[LG24615( GV)01/95]
This gauge indicates the engine coolant
temperature not the coolant level. If the coolant
is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge
indication will not be accurate. It is identified by
a thermometer symbol, an ªHº (hot), and a ªCº
(cold). The ªNORMALº indicates the normal
operating range. The bars will move into the
normal operating range as the engine coolant
warms up. It is acceptable under certain driving
conditions such as, heavy stop and go traffic, or
driving up hills in hot weather, for the gauge to
indicate at the top of the NORMAL band.
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[LG24618( GV)05/95]
If, under any circumstance, the pointer moves
above the NORMAL band, the temperature
symbol flashes and a tone will sound to alert the
driver that the engine coolant is overheating and
continued operation may cause engine damage.
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[LG24620( GV)01/95]
If your engine coolant overheats:
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[LG24622( GV)03/95]
1. Pull off the road as soon as it is safely
possible.
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[LG24624( GV)03/95]
2. Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the
engine as soon as safely possible, severe
engine damage could result.
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[LG24626( GV)05/95]
3. Let the engine cool.DO NOT REMOVE
COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL
THE ENGINE IS COOL.
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[LG24628( GV)04/95]
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.
*
[LG24630( GV)01/95]
If the coolant continues to overheat, have the
coolant system serviced.
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[LG24635( GV)01/95]
If only the top two and bottom two bars appear
on the gauge, then the system is indicating that
it requires servicing. Contact your dealer for
service as soon as possible.
%*
[LG25700( GV)04/95]
Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
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[LG25750( GV)03/95]
This warning light and chime remind you to
fasten your safety belt. The following conditions
will take place:
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[LG25802( GV)03/95]
q
If the driver's safety belt is not buckled when
the ignition is turned to the ON position, the
light will turn on for 1 to 2 minutes and the
chime will sound for 4 to 8 seconds.
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[LG25851( GV)03/95]
q
If the driver's safety belt is buckled while the
light is on or the chime is sounding, both the
light and the chime will turn off.
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[LG25901( GV)03/95]
q
If the driver's safety belt is buckled before the
ignition is turned to the ON position, neither
the light nor the chime will turn on.
[LG26000( GV)06/93]
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88 [IP00400( ALL)05/95]The main controls for the climate control system,
clock, and radio are on the instrument panel.
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[IP00500( ALL)05/95]
NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the
gloss (shine) of the upper part of the
instrument panel should be avoided.
The dull finish in this area is to help
protect the driver from undesirable
windshield reflection.
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[IP00600( ALL)01/95]
The Climate Control Systems
[IP00700( ALL)03/91]
Your vehicle has one of two different climate
control systems. The two systems are:
[IP01200( BCGV)06/93]
q
a manual heating and air conditioning system
[IP01300( GV)03/94]
q
an electronic automatic temperature control
system
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[IP01400( ALL)09/89]
If you are not sure which system your vehicle
has, see the diagrams on the following pages.
% [IP10700( BCGV)08/93]
The Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
System
[IP10800( BCGV)08/93]
You can heat the inside of your vehicle, defrost
the windshield, and turn on the air conditioning
with the three knobs in the center of the
instrument panel:
[IP10900( BCGV)08/93]
q
FAN
[IP11000( BCGV)08/93]
q
TEMP
[IP11100( BCGV)08/93]
q
SELECT
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The controls for the manual heating and air conditioning
system
[IP11400( GV)05/94]
For maximum heating, move the SELECT knob
to FLOOR, move the TEMP knob to the end of
the red range (full clockwise) and move the fan
speed to HI.
% [IP11601( GV)05/94]
To heat the interior of your vehicle and defrost
the windshield at the same time, move the
SELECT knob to MIX and select the temperature
and fan speed desired.
[IP11800( GV)05/94]
For maximum defrosting, move the SELECT
knob to DEFROSTV, move the temperature to
the end of the red range (full clockwise) and
operate the fan as necessary to provide the
volume of air required.
% [IP12000( GV)05/94]
For ventilation, move the SELECT knob to VENT
and select the temperature and blower speed
desired.
[IP12200( GV)05/94]
To cool the inside of your vehicle quickly, in
warm weather, move the SELECT knob to MAX
A/C, move the TEMP knob to the end of the
blue range (full counterclockwise) and move the
fan to HI.
[IP12400( GV)03/92]
If the inside of the vehicle is very warm, drive
for the first few minutes with the windows open
to force the hot, stale air out of the vehicle.
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[IP16600( GV)02/95]
To change the temperature in the display
window, select any temperature between65ÊF
(18ÊC) and 85ÊF (29ÊC)using the BLUE (cooler)
or RED (warmer) buttons. The Electronic
Automatic Temperature Control will do the rest.
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[IP16700( GV)02/95]
If you want continuous maximum cooling, push
the BLUE button until60ÊF (16ÊC) isshown in
the display window. Your EATC will cool at
maximum and disregard the60ÊF (16ÊC)setting
until you select a warmer temperature with the
RED button. If you want continuous maximum
heating, push the RED button until90ÊF (32ÊC)
is shown in the display window. Your EATC
will provide maximum heat regardless of the
90ÊF (32ÊC)setting until you select a cooler
temperature with the BLUE button.
[IP16800( GV)05/94]
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[IP16900( GV)03/95]
The display window tells you how the system is
operating. It will indicate the selected
temperature and the operating function you
have chosen; AUTO or one of the six manual
overrides. It will also indicate manual
(thumbwheel) control of the fan speed with the
Hsymbol. The display window with all possible
displays and their positions are shown here.
Normally not all are shown at the same time but
are included here to familiarize you with the
names and symbols.
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[IP17000( GV)01/95]
Automatic operation
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[IP17100( GV)02/95]
Push the AUTOMATIC button and select the
desired temperature. The selected temperature
and AUTO will be shown in the display
window. The EATC will automatically heat or
cool to achieve the set temperature. Under
normal conditions, your EATC will need no
additional attention.
[IP17200( GV)05/95]
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[IP17300( GV)02/95]
When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions
require heat, air will be sent to the floor. But, a
feature is included in your EATC to prevent
blowing cold air to the floor if the engine
coolant is not warm enough to allow heating.
For a short time the fan will be at low speed
and air directed to the windshield. In 3-1/2
minutes or less, the fan speed will start to
increase and the airflow will change to the floor
area.
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[IP17400( GV)02/95]
If unusual conditions exist (i.e., window fogging,
etc.), the six manual override buttons allow you
to select special air discharge locations. A
thumbwheel allows you to adjust the fan speed
to suit your needs.
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