warning Mercury Villager 1996 s Service Manual

Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG04300(ALL)01/93]
Cruise Indicator Light
[LG04400(ALL)01/93]
The CRUISE indicator light will illuminate when the speed
control system is activated.
[LG04500(ALL)09/93]
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Cruise indicator light
[LG04600(ALL)01/93]
Overdrive Off Indicator Light
[LG04700(ALL)07/95]
If you choose to drive in the D (Drive) gear position instead of
inj(Overdrive), you can use the OVERDRIVE OFF/ON
button on the gearshift selector lever. When you drive with the
vehicle in the Overdrive Off position, the O/D OFF indicator
light will illuminate. The light also illuminates briefly when the
key is turned to the ON position.
[LG04800(ALL)09/93]
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Overdrive off indicator light
[LG04900(ALL)01/93]
If the light flashes for about 8 seconds when the ignition is
turned to ON, it means the transaxle control unit received an
improper signal the last time the vehicle was operated. It may
be necessary to have your dealer check the transaxle.
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG06400(ALL)01/95]
High Beam Light
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[LG06500(ALL)03/95]
This light comes on when the headlamps are turned to high
beam or when you flash the lights.
[LG06600(ALL)09/93]
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High beam light
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[LG06700(ALL)03/95]
ªHeadlamps Onº Alert Chime
[LG06800(ALL)01/93]
This chime will sound if you open the door while the
headlamps or parking lamps are on.
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[LG06850(ALL)10/93]
Gauges
*
[LG06900(ALL)01/95]
Fuel Gauge
[LG07000(ALL)07/93]
The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel you have
in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly
while the vehicle is in motion. This is the result of fuel
movement within the tank. An accurate reading may be
obtained when the vehicle is on smooth, level ground.
[LG07100(ALL)09/93]
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Fuel gauge
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG08300(ALL)09/93]
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Engine coolant temperature gauge
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[LG08400(ALL)01/95]
Speedometer
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[LG08500(ALL)01/95]
The speedometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) per
hour your vehicle is moving.
*
[LG08600(ALL)01/95]
Odometer
*
[LG08700(ALL)01/93]
The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been
driven.
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG09400(ALL)09/93]
Electronic Cluster (If equipped)
[LG09500(ALL)04/95]
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Electronic cluster
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[LG09600(ALL)01/93]
The electronic cluster has all of the same warning lights as the
mechanical cluster, however, some of the gauges will be
electronic instead of analog. In addition, the electronic cluster
has a fuel computer for measuring fuel economy, distance to
empty and outside air temperature.
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[LG09700(ALL)01/95]
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
[LG09800(ALL)01/93]
This gauge shows you the temperature of the engine coolant
and is identified by a thermometer symbol. The letter H means
that the coolant is hot, C means that it is cold, and NORMAL
means that the coolant is within the normal operating range.
[LG09900(ALL)09/93]
The indicator bar on the graph will move into the normal
operating range as the engine warms up. When you are in
heavy traffic or stop-and-go driving in hot weather, the gauge
may read at the very top of the NORMAL range. This is
acceptable.
[LG10000(ALL)09/93]
However, if the indicator bar on the graph moves into the
H (hot) position, the engine is overheating and may cause
engine damage. If this happens, you should stop your vehicle as
soon as safely possible. Turn off the engine and let it cool.
Check the coolant level to be sure that it is at the proper level.
If your vehicle needs more coolant, seeEngine coolant, checking
and addingin the Index and read the section regarding adding
coolant.
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG10100(ALL)09/93]
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Engine coolant temperature gauge
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[LG10200(ALL)01/95]
Fuel Gauge
[LG10300(ALL)01/93]
The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel you have
in the fuel tank. The number of bars illuminated in the display
indicates how much fuel is left. An accurate reading may be
obtained when the vehicle is on smooth, level ground.
[LG10350(ALL)09/93]
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Fuel gauge
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG11100(ALL)01/93]
OD/TRIP Ð The OD/TRIP button lets you switch the
display between the permanent odometer mileage and the
trip odometer mileage.
[LG11200(ALL)06/94]
Fuel computer functions
[LG11300(ALL)09/93]
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Fuel and distance computer display
[LG11400(ALL)01/93]
OUTSIDE TEMP
[LG11500(ALL)01/93]
This feature lets you display the temperature of the air outside
of your vehicle.
[LG11550(ALL)04/94]
The fuel and distance computer is designed to prevent
inaccurate temperature display readings. For example, a sudden
temperature change (such as driving out of a cool garage on a
warm day), may show outside temperature display readings
which are lower than expected. The accurate temperature will
be displayed after the vehicle has reached the outside
temperature and is driven at speeds of 30 mph (48 km/h) or
greater.
[LG11575(ALL)01/94]
In the event of a decrease in the outside air temperature, there
will be no delay in an accurate temperature display.
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG12600(ALL)01/93]
TO EMPTY
[LG12700(ALL)01/93]
The Distance to Empty function tells you approximately how
many miles or kilometers you can drive until you run out of
fuel.
[LG12800(ALL)01/93]
To see the Distance to Empty, press the SELECT button until
the menu displays TO EMPTY. The fuel computer displays
approximate distance to empty until you select another function.
[LG12900(ALL)07/94]
To ensure accuracy, turn the ignition to the OFF position when
you fill the fuel tank.
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[IP02000(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
Operating with the function selector button in OFF or in
the recirculated air mode for extended periods of time in
cold weather can result in fog buildup on interior glass
surfaces. This fogging can make it difficult to see the
road for safe driving. Operating the system with outside
air (i.e., with the air intake selector button off) and with
one of the five function selector buttons selected (Defrost,
Mix, Floor, Panel/Floor, or Panel), will help prevent
fogging. Adjust the temperature as necessary for comfort.
[IP02100(ALL)06/95]
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The Mix (P) button directs approximately equal amounts of
air to the windshield and floor outlets with a small amount
to the side windows.
[IP02200(ALL)06/95]
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The Defrost (V) button directs air to the windshield with a
small amount going to the floor outlets.
[IP02300(ALL)06/95]
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The Panel (Q) button directs air to the instrument panel
outlets.
[IP02400(ALL)06/95]
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The Panel/Floor (S) button directs approximately equal
amounts of air to the instrument panel outlets and the floor
outlets.
[IP02500(ALL)06/95]
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The Floor (R) button directs most of the system's air
supply to the floor outlets with a small amount going to the
windshield and side window defrosters.
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Instrument Panel Controls
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[IP13300(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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[IP13400(ALL)01/93]
Lighting Up the Instrument Panel
[IP13500(ALL)01/93]
The instrument panel lights can be turned on by turning the
headlamp control knob to either the first or second position.
You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights with the
DIM switch. The DIM switch is located near the headlamp
controls.
[IP13600(ALL)01/93]
Pushing and holding the right side of the switch will continue
to brighten the lights until the maximum brightness is reached.
Release the switch to maintain the desired brightness. The DIM
feature works similarly to dim the instrument panel lights when
the left side of the switch is pushed.
[IP13700(ALL)06/94]
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The instrument panel brightness control
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