AUX Mercury Grand Marquis 2001 Owner's Manuals

Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on pedals
or while the vehicle is moving.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT
The auxiliary power point is located under the instrument panel on the
left hand side of the front passenger foot well. This outlet should be
used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional electrical accessories.
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang
any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug.
Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.
TRACTION CONTROLY(IF EQUIPPED)
This control can be used to turn the
Traction Controlyon or off. Refer
to theTraction Controlysection of
theDrivingchapter for more
information.
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.
HI
LO
F
S
OFF
Controls and features
65

Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
8 25A Power Train Control Module (PCM) Power
Relay, Coil-on -Plugs, Radio Noise
Capacitator, Passive Anti-theft System
(PATS)
9 Ð Not Used
10 10A Rear Window Defrost
11 Ð Not Used
12 Ð Not Used
13 5A Radio
14 10A Traction Control Switch, Anti-lock Brakes
(ABS), Instrument Cluster
15 15A Speed Control Servo, Main Light Switch
Illumination, Lighting Control Module
(LCM), Clock
16 15A Reversing lamps, Turn Signals, Shift Lock,
DRL Module, EVO Steering, Electronic
Day/Night Mirror
17 30A Wiper Motor, Wiper Control Module
18 30A Heater Blower Motor
19 20A Auxiliary Power Point
20 Ð Not Used
21 15A Multifunction Switch, Lighting Control
Module (LCM), Passive Anti-theft System
(PATS) Indicator, Parking Lamps,
Instrument Panel Light
22 15A Speed Control Servo, Hazard Lights
23 15A Power Windows/Door Locks, PATS,
Exterior Rear View Mirrors, EATC Module,
Instrument Cluster, Clock, Lighting Control
Module (LCM), Interior Lamps
24 10A Left Hand Low Beam
25 20A Power Point, Cigar Lighter
Roadside emergencies
154

Working with the engine off
1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Working with the engine on
1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
NOTE:Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do
not remove it while the engine is running.
OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and
release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front of the hood.
3. Lift the hood until the lift
cylinders hold it open.
Maintenance and care
169

A
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ........................................116
and child safety seats ............118
description ..............................116
disposal ....................................120
driver air bag ..........................118
indicator light ...................10, 120
operation .................................118
passenger air bag ...................118
Air cleaner filter ...............188, 216
Air conditioning ..........................29
automatic temperature
control system ..........................32
Air suspension ...........................138
description ..............................138
warning light .............................13
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................175
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................134±135
Audio system (see Radio) .........38
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................140
fluid, adding ............................183
fluid, checking ........................183
fluid, refill capacities ..............216
fluid, specification ..................219
Auxiliary power point ...........65, 83
Axle
lubricant specifications ..218±219
refill capacities ........................216
traction lok ..............................143B
Battery .......................................186
acid, treating emergencies .....186
charging system warning light..13
jumping a disabled battery ....162
maintenance-free ....................186
replacement, specifications ...216
servicing ..................................186
voltage gauge ............................21
Belt minder ...............................112
Brakes ........................................134
anti-lock ...........................134±135
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light .........12, 135
brake warning light ..................12
fluid, checking and adding ....174
fluid, refill capacities ..............216
fluid, specifications .........218±219
lubricant specifications ..218±219
pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................64
shift interlock ..........................139
Break-in period .............................3
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....216
Cassette tape player ...................50
CD changer .................................60
Certification Label ....................221
Child safety restraints ..............121
child safety belts ....................121
Child safety seats ......................122
attaching with tether straps ..127
in front seat ............................124
in rear seat ......................124, 126
Cleaning your vehicle ...............210
Index
234