ABS Mercury Mystique 1996 Owner's Manuals

Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG22400(ALL)02/95]
Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light (If equipped)
[LG22500(ALL)05/94]
Your vehicle may have an Anti-lock Brake System feature. If it
does, check the Anti-lock Brake System light each time you start
the engine. If it stays on longer than three (3) seconds, shut off
the engine and restart. If it stays on, that means the Anti-lock
Brake feature is not working and should be serviced
immediately to restore the benefits of the Anti-lock feature.
Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is
also lit.
[LG22600(ALL)04/95]
The Anti-Lock Brake System has self-check capabilities. As
described above, the system turns on the anti-lock light each
time you start your engine. After the engine is started and the
anti-lock light turns off, the system performs another test the
first time the vehicle reaches 5 mph (8 km/h) (between 12 and
25 mph [20 and 40 km/h] for vehicles equipped with the
traction control system). The system turns on the ABS pump
motor for approximately 1/2 second. At this time, a mechanical
noise may be heard and felt. 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.
[LG22700(ALL)01/95]
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Electronic Sound Systems
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[AS27100(ALL)02/95]
How to eject the tape
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[AS27250(ALL)02/95]
To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the ªEJECTº
button. The radio will resume playing.
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[AS27300(ALL)02/95]
Using the DolbyHB noise reduction feature
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[AS27400(ALL)02/95]
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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[AS27550(ALL)05/95]
Push station memory button 3 to activate DolbyHB Noise
Reduction.
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[AS27600(ALL)02/95]
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
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[AS27700(ALL)02/95]
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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[AS27750(ALL)02/95]
n
Using a Ford 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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[AS27800(ALL)02/95]
n
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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[AS27900(ALL)02/95]
n
Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight, high
humidity and extreme heat or cold. If they are exposed to
extreme conditions, allow them to reach a moderate
temperature before playing.
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[AS28001(ALL)02/95]
n
If a tape is loose inside the cassette, tighten it before playing
by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and
turning the hub until the tape is tight.
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[AS28101(ALL)02/95]
n
Loose labels on cassette tapes can become lodged in the
mechanism. Remove any loose label material before inserting
a cassette.
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Driving Your Mystique
149 hazardous driving situations, especially when driving on
hazardous road surfaces. Even with your anti-lock brake system,
you may not have total control of your vehicle when braking on
roads with loose surfaces such as snow or gravel, holes in the
pavement, or alternating patches of slippery and dry surfaces.
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[DR17500(ALL)05/95]
If the brake pedal is applied while the vehicle is driven over
uneven road surfaces, the ABS may cycle and the driver may
sense a pulsation in the brake pedal, accompanied by a slight
up and down movement of the pedal height and a clicking
sound. This may also happen when driving on an inclined
surface such as a driveway while making a sharp turn. This is a
normal condition.
[DR17600(ALL)05/94]
Your vehicle may have an Anti-lock Brake System feature. If it
does, check the Anti-lock Brake System light each time you start
the engine. If it stays on longer than three (3) seconds, shut off
the engine and restart. If it stays on, that means the Anti-lock
Brake feature is not working and should be serviced
immediately to restore the benefits of the Anti-lock feature.
Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is
also lit.
[DR17650(ALL)05/95]
The Anti-lock Brake System has self-check capabilities. As
described above, the system turns on the anti-lock light each
time you start your engine. After the engine is started and the
anti-lock light turns off, the system performs another test the
first time the vehicle reaches 5 mph (8 km/h) (12 mph
[20 km/h] for vehicles equipped with the traction control
system). The system turns on the ABS pump motor for
approximately 1/2 second. At this time, a mechanical noise may
be heard and felt. 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.
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[DR17700(ALL)12/93]
Ford Motor Company has not found any negative effects of
mobile radio transmitting equipment installed on vehicles with
the ABS system providing that the radio is installed according
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150to the radio manufacturer's instructions. However, if you have
had a mobile radio transmitter installed and the check ABS light
comes on (at any time other than immediately after turning the
key to the ON position) have your mobile radio dealer inspect
the radio installation. Also, if the ABS system is activated other
than during maximum braking, have your mobile radio
installation checked.
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[DR17800(ALL)03/95]
Parking Brake
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[DR17900(ALL)01/95]
The parking brake should be used whenever you park your
vehicle.
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[DR18100(ALL)11/93]
The parking brake lever is located between the front seats. To
set the parking brake, put your foot on the brake pedal while
pulling the parking brake handle fully and firmly upward.
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[DR18300(ALL)12/89]
To release the parking brake, put your foot on the brake pedal,
pull the handle upward and push the button. Then lower the
handle to the released position while holding the button in.
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[DR18400(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that
the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic
transaxle) or in 1 (First) (manual transaxle).
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[DR18500(ALL)11/91]
RWARNING
To prevent personal injury, do not release the parking
brake while outside the vehicle.
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[DR18700(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
If the parking brake is fully released, but the Brake
System light remains on, have the brakes checked
immediately. They may not be working properly.
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[SV40700(ALL)04/94]3.
Turn the headlamps on and make sure that they work
properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you
changed the bulb, you should not need to align it again.
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[SV40750(ALL)02/95]
High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
[SV40841(ALL)02/94]
From the back seat, remove the back of the brakelamp
assembly. Depress the two retaining tabs on the ends of the
assembly and pull off the back.
[SV40843(ALL)02/94]
Turn the burned-out bulb counterclockwise and pull it out. Push
in the replacement bulb and turn it clockwise to lock it in the
socket. Replace the back of the brakelamp assembly, making
sure that the retaining tabs snap into place.
[SV40848(ALL)02/94]
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The high-mount brakelamp assembly
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INDEX
273
A
ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system)...... 65
Additives, engine oil.................. 210
Air bag supplemental restraint system
and child safety seats............... 18,25
description.................... 17,20
disposal....................... 23
driver air bag................... 17,20
indicator light..................... 59
operation....................... 20
passenger air bag................... 20
proper seating.................... 18
tone generator.................... 23
wearing safety belts.................. 17
Air cleaner filter
location...................... 199
specifications.................... 253
Alarm, activating remote personal............. 94
Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system)....... 134
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)............. 214
Anti-lock brake system (ABS), warning light........ 65
Anti-theft lug nuts and key............... 169
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board)......... 178
Assistance (see Customer assistance)........... 175
Audio system (see Electronic sound system)....... 113
Automatic transaxle
driving with.................... 137
fluid, adding.................... 231
fluid, checking................... 230
fluid, refill capacities................ 252
fluid, specification.................. 254
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274 Axle
lubricant specifications................ 254
refill capacities................... 252
B
Backing up....................140, 144
Basic vehicle warranty.................. 3
Battery
acid, treating emergencies............159, 218
charging system warning light............. 57
disconnecting.................... 163
how to service................... 217
jumping a disabled battery.............. 159
maintenance-free.................. 217
proper disposal, recycling.............. 219
replacement, specifications.............. 253
when storing your vehicle.............. 256
Brake fluid
brake warning light.................. 56
checking and adding................ 232
description..................... 232
specifications.................... 254
Brakelamp, high-mount brakelamp........... 246
Brakes
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light....... 65
applying the brakes................. 147
brake warning light.................. 56
fluid, checking and adding.............. 232
fluid, refill capacities................ 252
fluid, specifications................. 254
master cylinder................... 232
new brake linings................... 4
noise........................ 148
parking...................... 150
trailer....................... 157
when storing your vehicle.............. 257
Brake-shift interlock.................. 138
Break-in period..................... 4
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Lamps
checking...................... 244
daytime running light system............. 77
dome lamps..................... 77
flashing the lamps................... 82
fog lamps...................... 76
hazard flashers.................... 84
headlamps...................... 75
high beams...................... 82
high-mount brakelamp................ 246
illuminated entry system................ 92
instrument panel, dimming............... 77
interior lamps..................... 77
replacing bulbs................... 244
trailer....................... 157
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal).......... 81
Lap belts........................ 13
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag........................ 59
anti-lock brakes (ABS)................. 65
brake........................ 56
charging system.................... 57
check engine..................... 60
engine oil pressure.................. 57
hazard warning light................. 84
high beam...................... 58
low coolant...................... 66
oil pressure...................... 57
safety belt...................... 55
turn signal indicator................ 62,81
Load limits
GAWR....................... 153
GVWR....................... 153
trailer towing.................... 155
Lubricant specifications................. 254
Luggage compartment................. 109
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