ABS Mercury Grand Marquis 1997 Owner's Manuals

11 % [IS03300( ALL)04/96]
Anti-Lock Brake System Light
(If equipped)
[IS03400( ALL)12/95]
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.
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[IS03500( ALL)03/96]
The Anti-Lock Brake System has self-check
capabilities. As previously described, the system
turns on the anti-lock light each time you start
your engine. After the engine is started and the
anti-lock light is out, the system performs
another test the first time the vehicle reaches
14 mph (22 km/h). The system turns on the
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) pump motor for
approximately 1/2 second. At this time a
mechanical noise may be heard. This is a normal
part of the self-check feature. If a malfunction is
found during this check the anti-lock light will
come on.
[IS03600( ALL)04/96]
one inch art:0011194-B
The anti-lock brake system light
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41 % [IS34500( GV)04/96]
Anti-Lock Brake System Light
(If equipped)
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[IS34600( GV)03/96]
This warning light will go on each time you
start your vehicle. If it remains on for longer
than 5 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.
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[IS34700( GV)03/96]
The Anti-Lock Brake System has self-check
capabilities. As previously described, the system
turns on the anti-lock light each time you start
your engine. After the engine is started and the
anti-lock light is out, the system performs
another test the first time the vehicle reaches
14 mph (22 km/h). The system turns on the
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) pump motor for
approximately 1/2 second. At this time a
mechanical noise may be heard. This is a normal
part of the self-check feature. If a malfunction is
found during this check the anti-lock light will
come on.
[IS34800( GV)05/96]
one inch art:0010642-E
The anti-lock brake system light
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[AS10430( GV)01/95]
To stop the scan mode on the presently
sampled tape selection, press the ªSCANº
button or the ªTAPEº button.
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[AS10435( GV)08/95]
q
How to change the side of the tape being
played
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[AS10440( GV)01/95]
The alternate side of the tape can be selected
by pressing the ªSIDE 1-2º button.
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[AS10445( GV)08/95]
How to eject the tape
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[AS10450( GV)03/95]
To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the
ªEJECTº button. The tape will eject only when
in the tape mode. The cassettecannotbe ejected
when the radio is playing an ªAMº or ªFMº
station. The system will revert to radio mode
when the cassette is ejected.
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[AS10455( GV)02/96]
Using the DolbyHB noise reduction feature
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[AS10460( GV)09/95]
NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured
under license from Dolby Labs
Licensing Corporation. ªDolbyº and
double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
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[AS10465( GV)07/95]
Push thekbutton to activate. When
activated, the light above thekbutton will be
illuminated.
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[AS10470( GV)08/95]
Tape error messages
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[AS10475( GV)08/95]
Your cassette tape player is equipped to
diagnose certain problems you may experience.
Error codes are as follows:
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[AS10480( GV)01/95]
TD E1 Ð Radio tries to change sides of tape 3
times in a 10 second span. Push ªEJECTº and
try another tape. If problem persists, refer
problem to qualified personnel for service.
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[AS58950( GV)08/95]
How to eject the tape
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[AS59000( GV)01/95]
To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the
ªEJº button. The radio will resume playing if the
radio power is on. The tape cartridge can be
ejected with radio power (and/or ignition) on or
off.
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[AS59050( GV)08/95]
How to store the tape
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[AS59100( GV)01/95]
Press the ªAM/FMº button to stop the tape
player and resume radio play.
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[AS59150( GV)02/96]
Using the DolbyHB noise reduction feature
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[AS59200( GV)09/95]
NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured
under license from Dolby Labs
Licensing Corporation. ªDolbyº and
double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
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[AS59250( GV)04/95]
Push thekbutton to activate Dolby B Noise
Reduction. Push again to deactivate.
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[AS59860( GV)05/96]
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and
Tapes
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[AS59870( GV)08/95]
In order to keep your cassette tape player
performing the way it was meant to, read and
follow these simple precautions:
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[AS59880( GV)05/96]
q
Using a Ford or equivalent cassette cleaning
cartridge to clean the tape player head after
10-12 hours of play will help maintain the
best playback sound and proper tape
operation.
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[AS59890( GV)08/95]
q
Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or
less should be used. Tapes longer than 90
minutes are thinner and subject to breakage
or may jam the tape player mechanism.
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Driving
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[GF00500( ALL)05/96]
Brakes
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[GF00600( ALL)01/96]
Applying the Brakes
[GF00700( ALL)12/95]
Braking non ABS models
[GF01100( GV)12/95]
Your vehicle has front and rear disc brakes with
anti-lock (optional). They adjust automatically as
the brake pads wear down.
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[GF01200( ALL)01/96]
Apply the brake pedal gradually. Use the
ªsqueezeº technique Ð push on the brake pedal
with a steadily increasing force. This allows the
wheels to continue to roll while you are slowing
down, which lets you steer properly.
[GF01300( ALL)12/95]
On vehicles without anti-lock brakes, extreme
braking can make the wheels lock and slide,
possibly decreasing your control of the steering.
If you lock the wheels, release the brake pedal
and repeat the ªsqueezeº technique.
[GF01400( ALL)12/95]
Braking with ABS brakes
[GF01500( ALL)12/95]
On vehicles with anti-lock brakes, the wheels
will not lock and slide when you press down
hard on the brake pedal. The anti-lock brakes
automatically start releasing and reapplying the
front brakes independently and the rear brakes
together whenever your wheels start to lock. Do
not ªpumpº the brake pedal on vehicles
equipped with anti-lock brakes. When this
happens, you will feel the brake pedal pulse.
This ªpulseº may be an unfamiliar feeling but it
is normal and indicates the ABS is working as
designed.
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% [GF03900( ALL)12/95]
Traction-Lok Axle (If equipped)
[GF04000( ALL)12/95]
This axle provides added traction on slippery
surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a
poor traction surface. Under normal conditions
the Traction-Lok axle functions as a standard
rear axle.
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[GF04100( ALL)03/96]
Extended use of other than matching size tires
on a Traction-Lok rear axle could result in a
permanent reduction in effectiveness. This loss of
effectiveness does not affect normal driving and
should not be noticeable to the driver.
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[GF04200( ALL)05/96]
RWARNING
To avoid injury, never run the engine
with one wheel off the ground, such as
when changing a tire.
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[GF04300( BCGV)03/96]
Traction Assist
TM
(If equipped)
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[GF04400( BCGV)03/96]
Your vehicle may be equipped with the optional
Traction Assist
TM
system. This system helps
prevent wheel spin in order to improve tire
traction and is an especially useful feature when
you drive in hilly areas or on slippery, icy or
snowy roads.
[GF04500( BCGV)05/96]
Traction Assist
TM
works automatically by rapidly
applying and releasing the brakes to prevent one
or both of the rear drive wheels from spinning
during acceleration.
[GF04800( BCGV)12/95]
During the Traction Assist
TM
function, which
most often occurs during low speed acceleration
on slippery surfaces, a noise may be heard
coming from the engine compartment. This noise
is created by the ABS pump and is normal and
may last for a few seconds during the
acceleration of the vehicle.
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[ER14400( ALL)01/96]
Removing and Replacing the Tire
[ER14700( GV)12/95]
1. Find the jacking location notches (a
depression on plastic moulding) near the tire
that you are changing. Align the two tabs on
jack with rectangular notch on sheet metal.
Slowly push jack straight until the tabs are
against the side of the frame. MAKE SURE
THE JACK IS PROPERLY POSITIONED
UNDER THE FRAME. Turn the handle of
the jack clockwise until the wheel is
completely off the ground.
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[ER14800( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
To lessen the risk of personal injury, do
not put any part of your body under the
vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start
the engine when your vehicle is on the
jack. The jack is only meant for changing
the tire.
[ER15000( ALL)12/95]
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The improper lift point
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[MC43400( ALL)03/96]
Removing the headlamp bulb
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[MC43500( ALL)01/96]
1. Make sure that the headlamp switch is in
the OFF position.
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[MC43900( GV)12/95]
2. Lift the hood, open access panel above
headlamp and find the bulb in the headlamp
socket.
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[MC44200( GV)12/95]
3. Remove the electrical connector by pulling
off the bulb base.
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[MC44500( GV)12/95]
4. Remove the bulb by turning it 1/4 of a turn
to free it from the socket.
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[MC44800( ALL)03/96]
Installing the headlamp bulb
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[MC44900( GV)12/95]
1. Insert the glass envelope of the bulb into the
socket while aligning the locking tabs.
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[MC45100( GV)12/95]
2. Rotate the bulb 1/4 turn to lock.
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[MC45300( ALL)01/96]
3. Push the electrical connector into the rear of
the plastic base until it snaps, locking it into
position.
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[MC45500( GV)12/95]
4. Close the access panel.
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[MC45700( BCGV)01/96]
High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
[MC45800( BCGV)12/95]
Your vehicle has a brakelamp mounted in the
rear window, called a high-mount brakelamp.
You may need to remove this lamp at times to
replace the brakelamp bulb or to clean the rear
window.
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Index 295
Index
A
ABS warning light (see Anti-lock
brake system)........... 11,41
Accessory position on the ignition..... 87
Additives, engine oil.......... 211
Air bag supplemental
restraint system............ 133
and child safety seats......... 139
description.............. 133
driver air bag............ 133
indicator light........... 13,25
operation.............. 135
passenger air bag........... 135
service and information labels..... 135
tone generator............ 137
Air cleaner filter
location............... 209
specifications............. 253
Air conditioning
electronic automatic temperature control
system............... 69
manual heating and air
conditioning system......... 67
Air suspension
description.............. 163
see also Rear air suspension system . . 163
Alarm, activating remote personal.... 115
Aluminum wheels............ 196
Antenna, radio (see Electronic
sound system)............. 50
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 217
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 157
see also Brake............ 157
warning light............ 11,41
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Index 297
Brakelamp............... 246
bulb replacement.........246, 248
high-mount brakelamp........ 246
Brakes................. 157
adjustment.............. 157
anti-lock............... 157
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light.......... 11,41
applying the brakes.......... 157
brake warning light......... 10,42
fluid, checking and adding...... 214
fluid, refill capacities.......214, 254
fluid, specifications........214, 255
front disc.............. 157
if brakes do not grip well....... 157
master cylinder............ 214
new brake linings............ 6
noise................ 157
parking............... 159
power braking............ 157
servicing............... 214
when storing your vehicle....... 258
Brake-shift interlock........... 165
Break-in period.............. 6
Brights (high beams)......... 15,25
Bulbs, replacing............. 244
halogen............... 245
headlamps.............. 245
high-mount brakelamp........ 246
specifications............. 248
C
Canada, customer assistance....... 269
Canada, warranty information....... 4
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan
(CAMVAP).............. 269
Capacities for refilling fluids....... 254
Carbon monoxide in exhaust....... 155
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