low oil pressure Mercury Villager 1996 Owner's Manuals
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG02700(ALL)01/95]
Charging System Light
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[LG02800(ALL)03/95]
This light, shown as a battery symbol on your cluster, indicates
that your battery is not being charged and that you need to
have the electrical system checked.
[LG02900(ALL)09/93]
6 pica art:0040054-A
Charging system light
[LG03000(ALL)01/93]
This light comes on every time you turn your ignition key to
the ON or START position. The light should go off when the
engine starts and the alternator begins to charge.
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[LG03100(ALL)01/95]
If the light stays on or comes on when the engine is running,
have the electrical system checked as soon as possible.
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[LG03200(ALL)02/95]
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
[LG03300(ALL)04/94]
The oil pressure light is represented by an oil can symbol. It
indicates the engine's oil pressure, not oil level. However, if
your engine's oil level is low, it could affect the oil pressure.
The oil can symbol will flash if the oil pressure drops below the
normal operating level. When you turn the key to the ON
position, the light will illuminate.
[LG03400(ALL)09/93]
6 pica art:0040060-A
Oil pressure light
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[LG03500(ALL)04/94]
The light should turn off after a few seconds. If the light stays
on or illuminates when the engine is running Ð you have lost
oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine
damage.
[LG03550(ALL)02/95]
If you lose engine oil pressure:
[LG03600(ALL)02/95]1.
Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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[LG03700(ALL)03/95]2.
Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the engine as soon as
safely possible, severe engine damage could result.
[LG03800(ALL)04/94]3.
Check the oil level following the instructions on checking
and adding engine oil in this owner guide. (SeeEngine oilin
the index.) Make sure your vehicle is on level ground.
[LG03900(ALL)01/93]4.
If the level is low, add as much oil as necessary before you
drive your vehicle again. Do not drive your vehicle if the oil
pressure light is on, even if the oil level is correct. For more
information about adding oil, seeEngine oil, checking and
addingin the Index.
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[LG04000(ALL)01/93]
Door Ajar Warning Light
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[LG04100(ALL)08/94]
If the ignition switch is in the ON position and any door or the
liftgate is not completely closed, the light will illuminate.
[LG04200(ALL)09/93]
6 pica art:0040061-B
Door ajar warning light
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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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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
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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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