Mercury Villager 1996 Owner's Manuals

Features
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[FV05800(ALL)01/93]
The following numbers cannot be entered as a personal code:
[FV05900(ALL)01/93]
n
Any number containing digits that are all on the same
button. Example: 2-1-2-1-2
[FV06000(ALL)01/93]
n
Any number requiring sequential operation of the buttons.
Example: 1-3-5-7-0 or 7-5-3-1-9
[FV06100(ALL)04/95]
n
Any number with fewer than five digits or more than five
digits.
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[FV06200(ALL)02/95]
Programming your Personal Code
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[FV06300(ALL)02/95]
To program your own code:
[FV06400(ALL)01/93]1.
Enter the permanent code.
[FV06500(ALL)04/95]2.
A buzzer will sound for about six seconds or until your
five-digit personal code is entered.
[FV06600(ALL)01/93]3.
If you have programmed a valid number within five seconds
of entering the permanent code, the buzzer will sound for
about two seconds and the keypad light will shut off.
[FV06700(ALL)04/95]4.
Test your personal code to see if it has properly registered. If
it registered, any previously entered personal code has been
erased from memory.
[FV06800(ALL)04/95]5.
If you have successfully entered your personal code, the
driver's door will unlock.
[FV06900(ALL)02/94]
If the personal code you entered did not work, it may be that
you entered an invalid personal code. SeeValid and Invalid Codes
in the previous section to select a valid personal code.
[FV07000(ALL)01/93]
NOTE: If the battery is ever disconnected, the permanent
code and your personal code will be retained in
memory.
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[FV07100(ALL)01/93]
Changing Your Personal Code
[FV07200(ALL)01/93]
To change your personal code, simply repeat the steps for
entering your personal code using a new series of numbers; the
previous personal code will be erased and replaced by the new
code.
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[FV07300(ALL)01/93]
Unlocking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
[FV07400(ALL)01/93]
To unlock the driver's door, simply enter your personal code.
[FV07500(ALL)05/93]
To unlock the passenger's door and the sliding door, enter your
personal code and press the 3/4 button within five seconds.
[FV07600(ALL)07/93]
To unlock the liftgate, press the 5/6 button within five seconds
of unlocking the driver's door.
[FV07700(ALL)01/93]
Locking the Doors
[FV07800(ALL)05/93]
To lock all of the doors, press the 7/8 and 9/10 buttons at the
same time. To prevent you from locking your keys in your
vehicle, this feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition.
It also will not operate if the front doors, sliding door or the
liftgate are open.
[FV07900(ALL)01/93]
Illuminated Entry System (Available with Keyless Entry
System)
[FV08000(ALL)04/95]
Refer toEntry system, illuminatedin the Index for details.
[FV08010(ALL)06/95]
Remote Keyless Entry System (If equipped)
[FV08020(ALL)06/95]
Your vehicle may be equipped with a remote keyless entry
system. This option will allow you to open your vehicle using a
remote transmitter from distances of up to 49 feet (15 meters)
away. The remote feature will operate only when the ignition is
in the OFF position.
[FV08030(ALL)06/95]
The transmitter can unlock the driver's door, unlock all doors,
lock all doors, and activate the vehicle's anti-theft system (if
equipped).
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[FV08035(ALL)06/95]
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Remote keyless entry transmitter
[FV08040(ALL)06/95]
By pressing the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once, you
can unlock the driver side door. Pressing the UNLOCK button a
second time within six (6) seconds of unlocking the driver's
door will unlock the other doors. The interior lamp will turn on
and stay on for thirty (30) seconds.
[FV08050(ALL)06/95]
By pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter once, all the
doors will lock, the parking lamps flash twice and the horn
chirps. When the LOCK button is pushed with all the doors
locked, the parking lamps flash twice and the horn chirps to
confirm that the doors are already locked.
[FV08060(ALL)06/95]
Using the Panic Alarm
[FV08070(ALL)06/95]
If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may
activate the alarm to call attention to it.
[FV08080(ALL)06/95]
To activate the PANIC alarm, push and hold the PANIC button
on the remote for longer than 1.5 seconds. The horn will sound
and the headlamps and tail lights will flash for thirty (30)
seconds. To turn off the alarm, press the LOCK or UNLOCK
buttons or hold the PANIC button down for longer than 1.5
seconds.
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[FV08090(ALL)06/95]
Replacing the batteries
[FV08100(ALL)06/95]
The remote entry transmitter is powered by two coin type
Sanyo CR2016 3 volt batteries (included). If you notice a
significant decrease in operating range, the batteries should be
replaced. Replacement batteries can be purchased at most
pharmacies, watch stores or at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer.
[FV08110(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: The operating range of the remote entry system can
also be affected by weather conditions (such as very
cold temperatures) or structures around the vehicle
(buildings, other vehicles, radio and TV towers, etc.).
Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 49
feet (15 meters) away from your vehicle.
[FV08120(ALL)06/95]
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Replacing the batteries
[FV08130(ALL)06/95]
Remove the two batteries by snapping open the lid of the
remote transmitter. Replace the batteries with new ones as
shown in the above illustration. Close the lid securely. Press
both the LOCK and the UNLOCK button two or three times to
test the remote transmitter operation.
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[FV08140(ALL)06/95]
If the batteries are removed for any reason other than
replacement, repeat the steps inReplacing the batteriesto test
your remote transmitter(s).
[FV08150(ALL)06/95]
n
An improperly disposed battery can hurt the environment.
Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.
[FV08160(ALL)06/95]
n
The remote transmitter is waterproof; however, if it does get
wet, immediately wipe it completely dry.
[FV08170(ALL)06/95]
n
The operational range of the remote transmitter extends to
approximately 49 feet (15 meters) from the vehicle. This
range may vary with conditions.
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[FV08175(ALL)06/95]
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING
TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST
ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
OPERATION.
[FV08180(ALL)06/95]
Replacement/Additional Transmitters
[FV08190(ALL)07/95]
In the event a transmitter is lost or an additional remote
transmitter needs to be set, you must change the ID code.
Follow the steps below to change the ID code of your system,
or return the remaining transmitter(s) to your dealer for
reprogramming of your remote entry system. This is necessary
to prevent unauthorized use of the lost transmitter.
[FV08200(ALL)06/95]
ID Code Programming Procedure
[FV08210(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: All transmitters must be programmed (or
reprogrammed) at the same time. If the programming
mode is entered and the transmitters are not
programmed (or reprogrammed) at the same time, they
will not operate with the system.
[FV08220(ALL)06/95]1.
Enter vehicle and close and lock all doors.
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[FV08230(ALL)06/95]2.
Insert and remove key from ignition six times within ten (10)
seconds. The instrument panel lights will flash twice.
[FV08240(ALL)06/95]3.
Turn ignition key to the ACC position.
[FV08250(ALL)06/95]4.
Press the LOCK button on the remote transmitter once.
[FV08260(ALL)06/95]5.
To enter additional remote controllers (including the
original), unlock, then lock the driver's door using the power
door lock switch.
[FV08270(ALL)06/95]6.
Press the LOCK button on a new remote transmitter. The
instrument panel lights will flash twice, indicating code is
entered.
[FV08280(ALL)06/95]7.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 as needed (up to four remote
transmitters may be programmed).
[FV08290(ALL)06/95]
Anti-Theft System (If equipped)
[FV08300(ALL)06/95]
This system helps protect your vehicle against break-ins or theft
by monitoring all doors and the liftgate lock cylinder.
[FV08310(ALL)06/95]
When an unauthorized entry occurs, the system triggers and
will:
[FV08320(ALL)06/95]
n
flash the headlamps and hazard lamps
[FV08330(ALL)06/95]
n
honk the horn
[FV08340(ALL)06/95]
n
disable the starting circuit to prevent the vehicle from being
started
[FV08350(ALL)06/95]
To arm the system
[FV08360(ALL)06/95]1.
Remove the key from the ignition.
[FV08370(ALL)06/95]2.
Lock the doors by using either the power door lock switch
or by turning the key in either the driver or passenger door
lock cylinder. The parking lights will flash and the horn
chirps to let you know that the system has been armed. The
anti-theft indicator light on the right side of the steering
wheel will light and remain on.
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[FV08375(ALL)06/95]
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Anti-theft indicator light
[FV08380(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a factory installed
keyless entry system or remote keyless entry system
(or both), the system can be armed by closing all the
doors and pressing the LOCK button on the remote
transmitter or by pressing the 7/8 and 9/10 buttons on
the keyless entry keypad.
[FV08390(ALL)06/95]3.
Close all doors. The anti-theft indicator light will stay on for
approximately 30 seconds and then flash once every 2.5
seconds.
[FV08400(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: Be sure to close all the doors completely. If the doors
are not completely closed, the alarm indicator light
will remain on steadily. The anti-theft system is
armed only when the anti-theft indicator light remains
on steadily for approximately 30 seconds after the last
door is closed, and then flashes every 2.5 seconds.
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[FV08410(ALL)06/95]
Disarming an untriggered anti-theft system
[FV08420(ALL)06/95]
Unlock either door with the door key or by pressing the
UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter (if
equipped) or by entering your personal code on the keyles entry
keypad (if equipped). This will disarm the system. When you
unlock the door with the key, make sure you fully rotate the
key in the lock. If you do not, the system may not disarm, and
will trigger when a door is opened.
[FV08430(ALL)06/95]
If the system is armed and you remain in your vehicle, simply
insert the key into the ignition and turn it to ACC. This disarms
the system and allows you to open the door to exit without
triggering the system. Remember to rearm the system by using
the power door lock, the remote transmitter (if equipped), or
the keyless entry keypad (if equipped) to lock the doors.
[FV08440(ALL)06/95]
The remote keyless entry system is designed to work with the
factory installed anti-theft system. It may not work with other
anti-theft systems.
[FV08450(ALL)06/95]
Triggering the anti-theft system
[FV08460(ALL)06/95]
The armed system will be triggered if:
[FV08470(ALL)06/95]
n
any door is opened without using the door key, the keyless
entry keypad (if equipped), or the remote keyless entry
transmitter (if equipped)
[FV08480(ALL)06/95]
n
the liftgate is opened or unlocked
[FV08490(ALL)06/95]
n
the hood is opened
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[FV08500(ALL)06/95]
Disarming a triggered anti-theft system
[FV08510(ALL)06/95]
The alarm can be disarmed by using one of the following
methods:
[FV08520(ALL)06/95]
n
unlocking the driver or passenger doors
[FV08530(ALL)06/95]
n
unlocking the doors using the keyless entry keypad (if
equipped) or with the remote keyless entry transmitter (if
equipped)
[FV08540(ALL)06/95]
n
putting the key in the ignition and turning it to the ACC
position
[FV08550(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: The flashing lights and honking horn will shut off
automatically within 2 minutes 30 seconds after the
system is triggered. It will trigger again if another
intrusion occurs. However, the starter circuit remains
disabled until the system is disarmed.
[FV08560(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: Both remote keyless entry systems will only operate
with the ignition in the OFF position.
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[FV08600(ALL)06/95]
Liftgate
[FV08610(ALL)06/95]
Opening the Liftgate
[FV08620(ALL)06/95]
To unlock the liftgate with the key, insert the key into the lock
and turn it counterclockwise. To make the gate swing up to the
fully opened position, pull back and upward on the handle. The
liftgate will not unlock if the optional liftgate window is open.
[FV08630(ALL)06/95]
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Opening the liftgate
[FV08640(ALL)06/95]
You can also unlock the liftgate using the optional power door
lock system, or the optional keyless entry system. However, it
cannot be opened until you release the latch by reaching under
the license plate light shield and lifting up on the handle.
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