warning Mercury Villager 1996 s Manual Online

Driving Your Villager
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[DR18000(ALL)01/93]
Trailer towing table
[DR18050(ALL)11/93]
eight pica
chart:0040244-B*
[DR18080(ALL)07/93]
If your vehicle exceeds the GVWR, remove cargo from your
vehicle accordingly. If your vehicle exceeds either GAWR, shift
the load or remove cargo accordingly.
[DR18090(ALL)07/93]
To determine actual GCW, weigh the total vehicle and trailer
and also weigh the trailer separately to verify its weight.
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[DR18200(ALL)01/93]
Trailers
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[DR18300(ALL)01/93]
Towing a trailer safely means having the proper weight on the
tongue (usually 10-15% of the trailer weight).
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[DR18500(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
If the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label is exceeded, your vehicle
may be damaged or you may lose control and injure
someone.
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[DR18600(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended
gross trailer weight exceeds the limits of the vehicle and
could result in engine damage, transaxle/axle damage,
structural damage, loss of control, and personal injury.
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[DR18700(ALL)01/95]
Preparing to Tow
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[DR18800(ALL)05/93]
For your safety and for the good of your vehicle, use the right
equipment for the type of trailer you tow. Also, make sure that
all towing equipment is properly attached to your vehicle. If
you are not certain that you are using the right equipment in
the proper manner, see your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer.
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[DR18900(ALL)01/93]
Hitches
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[DR19000(ALL)01/93]
For towing trailers up to 2,000 lbs. (907 kg), use a good
weight-carrying hitch and hitch ball which uniformly distributes
the trailer tongue load through the underbody structure.
[DR19100(ALL)02/94]
An optional trailer towing package is available for towing
trailers up to 3,500 lbs. (1587 kg). Use a frame-mounted weight
distributing hitch for trailers over 2,000 lbs. (907 kg).
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[DR19200(ALL)01/93]
Do not use single clamp bumper hitches or hitches that attach
to the axle.
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[DR19300(ALL)01/93]
Whenever a trailer hitch and hardware are removed, make sure
all mounting holes in the underbody are properly sealed to
prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle.
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[DR19400(ALL)04/94]
Safety chains
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[DR19500(ALL)01/93]
Always use safety chains between your vehicle and trailer.
Cross chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for
turning corners. Connect safety chains to the vehicle frame or
hook retainers.Never attach chains to the bumper.
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Driving Your Villager
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[DR19600(ALL)01/93]
Trailer Brakes
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[DR19700(ALL)01/93]
Separate trailer brakes are required on most trailers weighing
over 1,500 lbs. (680 kg).
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[DR19800(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly
to your vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle may not
have enough braking power and your chances of having
a collision greatly increase.
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[DR19900(ALL)01/93]
Trailer Lamps
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[DR20000(ALL)01/93]
Make sure your trailer lamps conform to federal and local
regulations.
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[DR20100(ALL)01/93]
Class I Trailer Tow electrical wiring provides two circuits (right
hand and left hand) to operate trailer stop/turn tail lamps. Each
stop/turn circuit will operate one combination stop/turn light
bulb (# 1157, 3157, 2357, or 3357) on the trailer. Never add more
than one trailer light bulb to one circuit.
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[DR20200(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified
amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage
rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a
fire.
[DR20210(ALL)04/94]
Trailer Tow Module (If equipped)
[DR20220(ALL)06/94]
The trailer tow module on your vehicle (if equipped) allows
turn/stop lamp control on a trailer being towed by your
vehicle.
[DR20230(ALL)04/94]
The trailer tow package includes:
[DR20240(ALL)04/94]
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trail or tow module which draws power from the vehicle
stop lamp fuse
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Roadside Emergencies
[RE00700(ALL)03/94]
Jump-Starting Your Battery
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[RE00800(ALL)01/93]
Your vehicle's battery may discharge if you leave the lights or
any electrical equipment on after you turn the engine off. If this
happens, you may be able to jump-start from a booster battery
to start your vehicle.
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[RE00900(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to
flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result
in injury or vehicle damage.
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[RE01000(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
To protect yourself when charging a battery, always
shield your face and eyes. Make sure that you can
breathe fresh air.
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[RE01100(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Applying too much pressure on the ends when lifting a
battery could cause acid to spill. Lift the battery with a
carrier or with your hands on the opposite corners.
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[RE01200(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes,
and clothing.
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[RE01210(ALL)06/95]
If the acid touches someone's skin, eyes, or clothing,
immediately flush the area with water for at least 15 minutes. If
someone swallows the acid, have him or her drink lots of milk
or water first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or vegetable
oil. Call a doctor immediately.
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[RE01300(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes,
and clothing.
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[RE01400(ALL)03/95]
To avoid damaging your vehicle or your battery, and to avoid
injury to yourself, follow these directions for preparing your
vehicle to jump-start and connecting the jumper cables in the
order they are given. If in doubt, call for road service.
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[RE01500(ALL)03/95]
Preparing Your Vehicle
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[RE01600(ALL)03/95]1.
Your vehicle has a 12-volt starting system, so you need to
use a 12-volt jumper system. You will damage your starting
motor, ignition system, and other electrical parts if you
connect them to a 24-volt power supply (either two 12-volt
batteries in series or a 24-volt generator set).
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[RE01700(ALL)03/95]2.
Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle. You
could damage the vehicle's electrical system.
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[RE01800(ALL)04/95]3.
Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled
vehicle.Make sure the vehicles do not touch each other.Set
the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the
engine cooling fan and other moving parts.
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[RE01900(ALL)03/95]4.
Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive
corrosion before you attach the jumper cables.
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[RE02000(ALL)01/93]5.
Turn on the heater blower in both vehicles. Turn off all other
switches and lights in both vehicles to prevent possible
damage to either vehicle's electrical systems.
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[RE02100(ALL)05/95]
Connecting the jumper cables
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[RE02200(ALL)03/95]1.
Connect one end of the first jumper cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the discharged battery. (You can connect either
jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal, as long as you use
the same cable for both positive terminals.) Most jumper
cables have a red cable and a black cable. The red cable is
generally used for the positive terminals and the black for
the negative ones.
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[RE02300(ALL)04/95]2.
Connect the other end of the first cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the booster battery.
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[RE02400(ALL)05/95]3.
Connect one end of the second cable to the negative (s)
terminal of the booster battery Ð NOT to the discharged
battery.
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[RE02500(ALL)04/95]4.
Connect the other end of the second cable to a good metallic
surface on the engine or frame of the disabled vehicle.
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[RE02600(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not connect the end of the second cable to the
negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark
may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the
battery.
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[RE04000(ALL)03/95]
The Temporary Spare Tire
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[RE04100(ALL)03/94]
Your vehicle has a temporary spare tire (unless you ordered the
optional full-size spare tire). This spare tire is smaller than a
regular tire and is designed for emergency use only. Use it only
when you get a flat tire and replace it as soon as you can. This
spare tire is marked with the words TEMPORARY USE ONLY
so that you can easily identify it.
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[RE04200(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do
not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing
you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring
yourself or others.
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[RE04300(ALL)02/95]
When you drive with the temporary spare tire, DO NOT:
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exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) under any circumstances
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[RE04600(ALL)01/93]
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load your vehicle so that it is heavier than the maximum
vehicle load rating listed on the tire decal
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[RE04700(ALL)01/93]
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tow a trailer
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[RE04800(ALL)01/93]
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use tire chains
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[RE04900(ALL)01/93]
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try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its
wheel
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[RE05000(ALL)01/93]
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use the wheel for any other type of vehicle
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[RE05100(ALL)01/93]
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drive through an automatic car wash. Because the temporary
spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire, it reduces the
ground clearance. Your vehicle may get caught in the rails
and it could be damaged.
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[RE06300(ALL)01/93]
Stowing the spare tire
[RE06400(ALL)04/95]1.
To raise the tire to the stowed position, lay the tire on the
ground with the inboard side facing up. Install the retainer
through the wheel center and slide the tire under the vehicle.
Fit the hex-shaped end of the wheel lug wrench over the hex
nut in the floor of the cargo area. Turn the wheel lug
wrench clockwise until the tire is raised to its original
position underneath the vehicle.
[RE06500(ALL)01/93]
NOTE: The lug wrench ratchets when the tire is raised to the
stowed position. It will not allow you to over-tighten.
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[RE06600(ALL)01/93]2.
Check for proper seating against the underbody supports
and retighten if necessary.
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[RE06700(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Make sure spare tires and jacking equipment are stowed
and secured in the proper storage location.
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[RE06800(ALL)03/95]
Preparing to Change the Tire
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[RE06900(ALL)05/94]
You should only raise your vehicle with a jack properly placed
at the front or rear jacking points.
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[RE07000(ALL)06/95]1.
Make sure that your vehicle will not move or roll. Put the
gearshift lever in P (Park). Set the parking brake and block
the wheel Ð in both directions Ð that is diagonally opposite
the tire that you are changing.
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[RE07100(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the
transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving
or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park).
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[RE07200(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a
tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both
directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other
side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed.
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[RE07300(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else
could be seriously injured.
[RE07400(ALL)01/93]2.
Get out the spare tire and jack. See previous section for
instructions on spare tire removal. The jack is located in the
rear storage compartment in the right door panel of the
cargo area. You will have to unfasten the jack before
removing it as shown in the illustration.
[RE07450(ALL)09/93]
NOTE: All occupants should be out of the vehicle while it is
on the jack.
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[RE08550(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not jack on the running board.
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[RE08600(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
To avoid injury, never run the engine with one wheel off
the ground, such as when changing a tire.
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[RE08700(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part
of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do
not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack.
The jack is only meant for changing the tire.
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[RE08800(ALL)05/94]
RWARNING
Never raise your vehicle by using a bumper jack. The
bumper could be damaged or the jack could slip and you
could be injured.
[RE08900(ALL)01/93]6.
Insert the jack handle into the jack, and then slide the
tapered end of the jack handle through one of the slots in
the lug nut wrench. All of these tools are needed to jack up
a vehicle.
[RE09000(ALL)01/93]
NOTE: If Ford Accessory Running Boards have been
installed, use the jack adapters supplied with the
running boards as described on the inside of the jack
storage area cover.
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