Mercury Grand Marquis 1998 s Owner's Guide

²MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. The temperature
display will remain the same and air will be cooled based on the
selected temperature. To exit, press AUTOMATIC or any other
override controls. MAX A/C is noisier than NORM A/C but more
economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow is
from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to
prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
²NORM A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. The temperature
display will remain the same and air will be cooled based on the
selected temperature. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as
economical. Fan speed will remain automatic. Airflow is from the
instrument panel registers.
²VENT-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers.
However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature
because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.
²FLOOR -Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air
through the floor ducts. However, the air cannot be cooled below the
outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in
this mode.
²FLR²DEF-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are
provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the
temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the air
distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air
sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about
10ÉC (50ÉF) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically
dehumidify the air to prevent fogging.
²DEF
-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the
outside air temperature is about 10ÉC (50ÉF) or higher, the air
conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging.
²OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short
periods of time, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from
entering the vehicle. For short periods of time only, use this mode to
prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
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Displaying outside temperature
Press OUTSIDE TEMP to display
the outside air temperature. It will
be displayed until OUTSIDE TEMP
is pressed again.
If the selected temperature is changed while the outside temperature is
displayed, the new temperature will be displayed for four seconds after it
is changed, then the outside temperature will return to the window.
If a manual override function is selected while the outside temperature is
displayed, the new function will be displayed for four seconds after it is
changed, then the outside temperature will return to the window along
with the override selection.
The outside temperature reading is most accurate when the vehicle is
moving. Higher readings may be obtained when the vehicle is not
moving. The readings that you get may not agree with temperatures
given on the radio due to differences in vehicle and station locations.
Operating tips
²In humid weather, select DEFbefore driving. This will prevent
your windshield from fogging. After a few minutes, select any desired
position.
²To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don't drive with the
climate control system in the OFF position.
²Don't put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the
airflow to the back seats.
NORM A/CVENTMAX A/C
OUTSIDE TEMP
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²Remove any snow, ice or leaves
from the air intake area (at the
bottom of the windshield).
²If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot
weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you
drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force
most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Then operate the air
conditioner as you would normally.
²When placing objects on top of your instrument panel, be careful to
not place them over the defroster outlets. These objects can block
airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield. Also,
avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel. These
objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and
possibly damage your climate control system.
CLOCK
Press H to set the hour.
Press M to set the minute.
AUDIO SYSTEM
Refer to the ªAudio Guideº in your owner portfolio.
HM
HM
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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
²Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
²Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
The flash rate of the turn signal will speed up considerably if the
Lighting Control Module detects a left or right turn lamp bulb (front or
rear) is burned out.
Cornering lamps
When the turn signal is used when the headlamps are on, the cornering
lamps will light either the right or left side depending on the direction of
the turn.
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS
Rotate the windshield wiper control
to the desired interval, low or high
speed position.
The bars of varying length are for
intermittent wipers. When in this
position rotate the control upward
for fast intervals and downward for
slow intervals.
Push the control on the end of the
stalk to activate washer. Push and
hold for a longer wash cycle. The
washer will automatically shut off
after ten seconds of continuous use.
HI
LO
F
S
OFF
HI
LO
F
S
OFF
HI
LO
F
S
OFF
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POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION
1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not
running.
2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,
automatic transmission gearshift
lever and allows key removal.
3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all
accessories without locking the
steering wheel.
4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key
position when driving.
5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
TILT STEERING
Pull the tilt steering control toward
you to move the steering wheel up
or down. Hold the control while
adjusting the wheel to the desired
position, then release the control.
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.
3
1
2
5
4
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SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
To turn speed control on
²Press ON.
Vehicle speed cannot be controlled
until the vehicle is traveling at or
above 48 km/h (30 mph).
Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that
are winding, slippery, or unpaved.
Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed
control on.
To turn speed control off
²Press OFF or
²Turn off the vehicle ignition.
Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed
will be erased.
OFF ON
OFF ON
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To set a speed
²Press SET ACC/SET ACCEL. For
speed control to operate, the
speed control must be ON and
the vehicle speed must be greater
than 48 km/h (30 mph).
If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary
momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal.
Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the
set speed on a downhill. If your vehicle speed is faster than the set
speed while driving on a downhill, you may want to shift to the next
lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed.
If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set
speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. This is normal.
Pressing RES/RSM/RESUME will re-engage it.
Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that
are winding, slippery, or unpaved.
To set a higher set speed
²Press and hold SET ACC/SET
ACCEL. Release the control when
the desired vehicle speed is
reached or
²Press and release SET ACC/SET
ACCEL. Each press will increase
the set speed by 1.6 km/h
(1 mph) or
²Accelerate with your accelerator
pedal. When the desired vehicle
speed is reached, press and release SET ACC/SET ACCEL.
COAST
RESUME
SET
ACCEL
COAST
RESUME
SET
ACCEL
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You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed
control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to
the previously programmed set speed.
To set a lower set speed
²Press and hold CST/COAST.
Release the control when the
desired speed is reached or
²Press and release CST/COAST.
Each press will decrease the set
speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or
²Depress the brake pedal. When
the desired vehicle speed is
reached, press SET ACC/SET
ACCEL.
To disengage speed control
²Depress the brake pedal.
Disengaging the speed control will
not erase the previously
programmed set speed.
COAST
RESUME
SET
ACCEL
COAST
RESUME
SET
ACCEL
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Pressing OFF will erase the
previously programmed set speed.
To return to a previously set speed
²Press RES/RSM/RESUME. For
RES/RSM/RESUME to operate,
the vehicle speed must be faster
than 48 km/h (30 mph).
Indicator light
This light comes on when either the
SET ACC/SET ACCEL or
RES/RSM/RESUME controls are
pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the
brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
HOMELINKTUNIVERSAL TRANSMITTER (IF EQUIPPED)
The HomeLinktUniversal Transmitter, located underneath the driver's
visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held
transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio
frequency codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors
and gates, and can also control home or office lighting and security
systems (with the available accessory package).
OFF ON
COAST
RESUME
SET
ACCEL
SPEED CONTROL
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When programming your HomeLinktUniversal Transmitter, you
will be operating the garage door or gate. Be sure that people
and objects are out to the way to prevent potential harm or damage.
Do not use the HomeLinktUniversal Transmitter with any garage door
opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S.
federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model
manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot detect
an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet current
U.S. federal safety standards. For more information on this matter, call
toll-free: 1±800±355±3515.
Programming
1. Prepare for programming the
HomeLinktUniversal Transmitter by
erasing all three of the factory
default channels by holding down
the two outside controls until the
red light begins to flash (20-30
seconds). Release both controls.
2. Hold the end of your hand-held
transmitter against the HomeLinkt
Universal Transmitter (located on
your visor) while keeping the red light in view.
3. Using both hands, press the
hand-held transmitter control and
the desired channel control on the
HomeLinktUniversal Transmitter.
Do not release the controls until
step 4 has been completed.
4. Hold down both controls until the
red light begins to flash slowly and
then rapidly. Rapid flashing indicates
successful programming of the new
frequency signal.
5. Follow steps 2 through 4 to program the remaining two channels.
If you do not successfully program the HomeLinktUniversal Transmitter
after repeated attempts, refer toTraining a rolling codewhich follows
or call toll-free customer assistance: 1±800±355±3515.
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