cooling Mercury Villager 1996 s User Guide

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Engine
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Start the engine every fifteen days. Run it at fast idle until it
reaches normal operating temperature.
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With your foot on the brake, shift the transaxle into all gears
while the engine is running.
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Fuel system
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Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel until the first
automatic shutoff of the fuel pump nozzle.
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NOTE: During extended periods of vehicle storage (60 days or
more), fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation. This can
damage rubber and other polymers in the fuel system
and may also clog small orifices.
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Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever actual or
expected storage periods exceed 60 days. Follow the instructions
on the label. The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed
to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system.
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A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the fuel system will
protect the fuel system's inner surfaces from corrosion. Follow
the instructions packaged with the product.
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Cooling system
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Protect your vehicle against freezing temperatures.
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Battery
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Check and recharge the battery as necessary.
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Keep connections clean and covered with a light coat of
grease.
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Index
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding................ 314
drain and flush................... 318
preparing for storage................ 370
specifications.................... 368
temperature gauge................ 78,82
warnings...................... 314
Cooling fan...................... 296
Cruise control (see Speed control)............ 128
Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada....... 282
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Dashboard (see Instrument panel)............. 89
Daytime running light system............. 114
Defrost, windshield................... 91
Dipstick
automatic transaxle fluid............... 331
engine oil..................... 311
power steering fluid................. 335
Disabled vehicle (see Towing).............. 273
Dispute Settlement Board................ 278
Doors
door ajar warning light................ 74
lubricant specifications................ 368
Driving under special conditions
bad weather.................... 240
heavy load..................... 241
high speed..................... 240
high water..................... 241
slippery roads................... 240
tips for safe driving................. 239
towing a trailer................... 242
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