high beam Mercury Mercury Cougar 1996 Owner's Manuals

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[LG07200( ALL)01/95]
High Beam Light
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[LG07300( ALL)03/95]
This light comes on when the headlamps are
turned to high beam or when you flash the
lights.
[LG07400( ALL)05/92]
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Check Gauges Warning Light (if equipped)
[LG08310( BC )03/93]
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[LG08400( BC )06/94]
This light will come on when the key is in the
ON position and the:
[LG08500( BC )04/89]
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engine coolant temperature gauge is high, or
[LG08600( BC )04/89]
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engine oil pressure gauge is low, or
[LG08700( BC )05/95]
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when the fuel tank has reached empty
reserve.
[LG08825( BC )03/90]
This light serves as a reminder for you to check
the engine coolant temperature gauge, the
engine oil pressure gauge or the fuel gauge. It
will come on if there is a condition that needs
your attention.
[LG08850( BC )07/93]
SeeEngine Coolant Temperature Gauge, Engine Oil
Pressure Gauge,orFuel Gaugein this chapter for
more information.
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[IP34200( ALL)01/95]
The Interior and Exterior Lights
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[IP34310( ALL)01/95]
Daytime Running Light System
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[IP34312( ALL)03/95]
(Canadian vehicles only)
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[IP34320( ALL)03/95]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns
the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced
light output, when:
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[IP34325( ALL)03/95]
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The headlamp system is in the OFF position,
and
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[IP34330( ALL)03/95]
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The vehicle is running, and
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[IP34340( ALL)01/95]
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The vehicle has a fully released parking
brake.
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[IP34360( BCGV)01/95]
NOTE: If you have a vehicle with an
automatic lighting system, the DRL
system is active until the automatic
system turns on the headlamps.
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[IP34363( ALL)10/94]
NOTE: The high beam indicator will not turn
on in the flash-to-pass mode during
nighttime driving.
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[IP34365( ALL)01/95]
NOTE: You may notice that the lights flicker
when the vehicle is turned on or off.
This is a normal condition.
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[IP34367( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system
will not illuminate the tail lamps and
parking lamps. Turn on your headlamps
at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a
collision.
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[IP34370( ALL)01/95]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
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[IP34550( BCGV)05/95]
To turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, side
markers, and tail lamps, use the rotary knob that
is to the left of the steering wheel.
[IP35000( BC )05/95]
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The knob that controls the headlamps and parking lamps
(shown with autolamp feature Ð other models similar)
[IP35200( ALL)12/91]
When you turn on the headlamps, the parking
lamps, tail lamps, and side markers
automatically turn on. But you can turn on the
parking lamps, tail lamps, and side markers
without turning on the headlamps.
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[IP36100( ALL)01/95]
For more information about how the high beams
work, refer to theSteering Column Controls
chapter.
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Steering Column Controls
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[SC00200( ALL)01/95]
The controls on the steering column and wheel
are designed to give you easy access to the
controls while you are driving.
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[SC00300( ALL)01/95]
The Turn Signal Lever
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[SC00400( ALL)01/95]
You can use the turn signal lever on the left side
of the steering column to:
[SC00500( ALL)03/95]
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operate the turn signals
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[SC00600( ALL)01/95]
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turn the high beams on/off
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[SC00700( ALL)01/95]
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flash the lights
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turn the windshield wipers and washer
on/off
[SC01900( ALL)02/95]
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The turn signal lever
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[SC02100( ALL)01/95]
Turn Signals
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[SC02201( ALL)03/95]
Move the lever up to signal a right turn. Move
it down to signal a left turn. The corresponding
indicator light in the instrument cluster will
flash.
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[SC02301( ALL)03/95]
If the turn signal stays on after you turn, move
the lever back to the center (off) position.
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[SC02401( ALL)03/95]
For lane changes, move the lever far enough to
signal but not to latch. The lever will return to
the off position when you release it.
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[SC02700( ALL)03/95]
High Beams
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[SC02800( ALL)05/95]
To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamp
control knob to the headlamp ON position and
push the turn signal lever away from you until
it latches. When the high beams are ON, the
high beam indicator light on the instrument
panel comes on.
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[SC02900( ALL)03/95]
To turn off the high beams, pull the lever
toward you until it latches. The high beam
indicator light turns off.
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Flashing the Lights
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To flash the headlamps, pull the lever toward
you for a moment and then release it. The
headlamps will flash whether the headlamp
knob is in the on or off position.
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[SC03500( ALL)03/95]
Windshield Wipers and Washer
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[SC03600( ALL)03/95]
To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition
key must be turned to the ON or ACC position.
[SC03750( ALL)01/95]
Rotate the end of the lever away from you to
activate the wipers. The first seven detents are
interval wipe positions, the eighth detent is the
LO position and the ninth detent is the HI
position.
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[SC03800( ALL)01/95]
To turn the wipers off, turn the knob toward
you to the OFF position.
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[SV43300( ALL)02/95]
If you replace a circuit breaker, use one with the
same amperage rating. To remove a circuit
breaker mounted in the fuse panel, grip it with
your finger and thumb and pull it straight out
of its socket.
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[SV44400( ALL)03/95]
Lights and Bulb Replacement
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[SV44500( ALL)01/95]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the
following lights frequently:
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[SV44600( ALL)01/95]
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headlamps
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[SV44700( ALL)01/95]
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tail lamps
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[SV44800( ALL)01/95]
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brakelamps
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[SV44900( ALL)01/95]
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hazard flasher
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[SV44950( ALL)02/95]
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high-mount brakelamp
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[SV45000( ALL)01/95]
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turn signals
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[SV45200( ALL)01/95]
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license plate lamp
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[SV45600( ALL)01/95]
The alignment of your headlamps should be
checked if:
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[SV45700( ALL)01/95]
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oncoming motorists frequently signal you to
turn off your vehicle's high beams when you
do not have the high beams on
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[SV45800( ALL)01/95]
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the headlamps do not seem to give you
enough light to see clearly at night
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[SV45900( ALL)01/95]
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the headlamp beams are pointed substantially
away from a position slightly down and to
the right
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Index 321
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 180
definition.............. 179
location............... 179
H
Hazard flashers.............. 94
Headlamps
autolamp system............ 84
bulb specification........... 284
checking alignment.......... 279
cleaning................ 84
daytime running lights......... 82
flashing................ 92
high beam............... 92
replacing bulbs............ 279
turning on and off........... 83
Head restraints............. 118
Heating
manual heating and air conditioning
system............... 74
semi-automatic system......... 77
High beams, indicator light........ 62
High-mount brakelamp
description.............. 282
replacing the bulb.......... 283
Hitch................. 183
Hood
latch location............. 230
lubrication specifications........ 292
release lever............. 230
Horn................... 95
Hoses, checking............. 245
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Index 323
L
Lamps
bulb replacement specifications chart . . 284
checking............... 279
courtesy lamps............. 89
daytime running light system...... 82
dome lamps.............. 88
flashing the lamps........... 92
hazard flashers............. 94
headlamps............... 83
high beams.............. 92
high-mount brakelamp........ 282
illuminated entry system....... 103
illuminated mirrors.......... 126
interior lamps............. 86
map lamps............... 88
replacing bulbs............ 279
trailer................ 184
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) . . . 91
Lap belts................. 16
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag................. 60
anti-lock brakes (ABS).......... 58
brake................. 57
charging system............ 60
check engine.............. 63
check gauges.............. 62
door ajar................ 71
high beam............... 62
low coolant.............. 72
low fuel.............. 62,72
low washer fluid............ 72
overdrive off.............. 61
safety belt............... 59
turn signal indicator.......... 65
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