high beam Mercury Villager 1996 Owner's Manuals
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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
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[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]
7-1/2 pica art:0040056-A
Fuel gauge
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The headlamp control knob
[IP12600(ALL)01/93]
A chime will sound if any of the exterior lamps are on when
the driver's door is opened.
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[IP12625(ALL)05/95]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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[IP12650(ALL)05/95]
Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive
cleaners to clean the lamps, as these may cause scratches or
crack the lamps.
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[IP12700(ALL)01/93]
Daytime Running Light (DRL) System
(Canadian vehicles only)
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[IP12800(ALL)03/95]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam
headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when:
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[IP12900(ALL)01/93]
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the vehicle is ªrunningº
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[IP13000(ALL)01/93]
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the vehicle has a fully released parking brake
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[IP13100(ALL)01/93]
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the headlamp system is in the OFF position
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[IP13200(ALL)01/93]
NOTE: You may notice that the lights flicker when the engine
is turned on or off. This is a normal condition.
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Steering Column Controls
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[SC00900(ALL)01/95]
The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to
give you easy access to the controls while you are driving.
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[SC01000(ALL)01/93]
Turn Signal Lever
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[SC01100(ALL)01/95]
You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering
column to:
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[SC01200(ALL)01/93]
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operate the turn signals.
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[SC01300(ALL)01/93]
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turn the headlamps to high beam.
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[SC01400(ALL)01/93]
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flash the headlamps.
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[SC01500(ALL)01/93]
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turn the windshield wipers and washer on/off.
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[SC01600(ALL)01/95]
Turn Signals
[SC01700(ALL)02/95]
Move the lever up to signal a right turn. Move it down to
signal a left turn. The corresponding indicator light in the
instrument cluster will flash.
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[SC01900(ALL)11/93]
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The turn signal lever
[SC02000(ALL)02/95]
If the turn signal stays on after you turn, move the lever back
to the center (off) position.
[SC02100(ALL)02/95]
For lane changes, move the lever far enough to signal but not to
latch. The lever will return to the off position when you release
it.
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[SC02200(ALL)05/94]
If the turn indicator light in the instrument panel does not
illuminate or remains on (does not flash) when you signal a
turn, the turn signaling system is malfunctioning. Have this
condition corrected as soon as possible, and use the accepted
hand signals until the turn signal system is repaired.
[SC02225(ALL)01/93]
Cornering Lights
[SC02250(ALL)06/95]
Your vehicle is equipped with special cornering lights designed
to provide additional illumination toward the direction you are
turning. The corresponding light comes on when a turn is
signaled.
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[SC02300(ALL)05/95]
High Beams and Flashing the Lamps
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[SC02400(ALL)01/93]
To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamps on and push
the turn signal lever away from you until it latches. When the
high beams are on, the high beam indicator light on the
instrument panel is illuminated.
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[SC02500(ALL)01/93]
To return to the low beam setting, pull the turn signal lever
toward you until it latches back into the neutral position. The
high beam indicator light turns off.
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[SC02600(ALL)11/93]
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High beam and flash-to-pass operation
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[SC02800(ALL)01/93]
To flash the headlamps, pull the turn signal lever toward you
for a moment and then release it. The high beam headlamps
will flash whether the headlamps are on or off.
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[SV38700(ALL)03/95]
Lights and Bulb Replacement
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[SV38800(ALL)01/95]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights
frequently:
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headlamps
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[SV38950(ALL)02/95]
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high-mount brakelamp
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[SV39000(ALL)01/95]
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tail lamps
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[SV39100(ALL)01/95]
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brakelamps
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[SV39200(ALL)01/95]
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hazard flasher
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[SV39300(ALL)01/95]
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turn signals
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[SV39400(ALL)01/95]
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license plate lamp
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[SV39500(ALL)01/95]
The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if:
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[SV39600(ALL)01/95]
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oncoming motorists frequently signal you to turn off your
vehicle's high beams when you do not have the high beams
on
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[SV39700(ALL)01/95]
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the headlamps do not seem to give you enough light to see
clearly at night
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[SV39800(ALL)01/93]
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the headlamp beams are not pointed slightly down and to
the right
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Index
Brakes (continued)
new brake linings................... 5
noise......................234, 236
parking...................... 237
power braking................... 234
servicing....................236, 333
stopping distances.................. 236
trailer....................... 251
when storing your vehicle.............. 371
Brights (high beams).................77,124
Bulbs, replacing
halogen...................... 349
headlamps..................... 349
specifications.................... 355
C
Canada, customer assistance.............. 282
Carbon monoxide in exhaust............... 64
Cargo net....................... 171
Car seats for children (see Child safety seats)....... 32
Catalytic converter................... 362
Chains, tires...................... 328
Changing a tire.................... 259
Charging system warning light.............. 73
Childproof locks.................... 139
Child safety restraints.................. 31
child safety belts................... 44
child safety seats................... 32
Child safety seats
and air bags................... 25,32
attaching with tether straps.............. 39
automatic locking mode (retractor)......... 16,32
in front seat................... 25,32
in rear outboard seat................. 32
in rear seat...................... 32
tether anchorage hardware............... 39
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H
Hazard flashers.................... 112
Headlamps
aiming....................... 348
bulb specification.................. 355
checking alignment................. 348
cleaning...................... 114
daytime running lights............... 114
high beam..................... 124
replacing bulbs................... 348
warning chime.................... 77
Head restraints.................... 159
Heating, manual heating and air conditioning system.... 91
High beams
indicator light.................... 77
operation...................... 124
Hitch......................... 250
Hood
latch location.................... 298
lubrication specifications............... 368
release lever.................... 298
working under the hood............... 296
I
Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN)........277, 283
Idle
relearning...................259, 296
speed........................ 62
Ignition
chime........................ 58
positions of the ignition................ 57
removing the key................... 58
Infant seats (see Safety seats)............... 31
Instrument cluster.................... 67
electronic....................... 81
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Index
Instrument panel
lighting up panel and interior............ 115
location of components................ 89
Interval wipers.................... 125
J
Jack, operation.................... 263
Jump-starting your vehicle
attaching cables................... 257
disconnecting cables................. 259
K
Keyless entry system
locking and unlocking doors............. 144
programming entry code............... 143
Keys
key in ignition chime................. 58
positions of the ignition................ 57
removing from the ignition.............. 58
stuck in lock position................. 57
L
Lamps
bulb replacement specifications chart......... 355
checking...................... 348
daytime running light system............ 114
hazard flashers................... 112
high beams..................... 124
illuminated entry system............... 120
instrument panel, dimming.............. 115
replacing bulbs................... 348
trailer....................... 251
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal)......... 123
Liftgate........................ 152
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Lights, warning and indicator
airbag........................ 71
anti-lock brakes (ABS)................. 70
brake........................ 69
charging system................... 73
check engine..................... 72
door ajar....................... 74
engine oil pressure.................. 73
hazard warning light................ 112
high beam...................... 77
low fuel....................... 76
oil pressure...................... 73
rear ABS....................... 70
safety belt...................... 70
turn signal indicator................. 123
Load limits
GAWR....................... 241
GVWR....................... 241
trailer towing.................... 249
Lubricant specifications................ 368
Luggage rack..................... 173
Lug nuts
anti-theft...................... 267
tightening sequence................. 271
M
Maintenance (see Servicing).............. 295
Map pockets..................... 166
Master cylinder, brakes................ 333
Mileage, calculating fuel economy............ 308
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview mirror......... 139
dual electric remote control............. 170
rearview...................... 169
side view mirrors (manual)............. 170
side view mirrors (power).............. 170
Motorcraft parts.................... 367
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