headlamp Mercury Villager 1997 s User Guide

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By pressing the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once, you
can unlock the driver's side door. Pressing the UNLOCK button
a second time within six (6) seconds of unlocking the driver's
door will unlock the other doors. The interior lamp will turn on
and stay on for thirty (30) seconds.
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By pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter once, all the
doors will lock, the parking lamps flash twice and the horn
chirps. When the LOCK button is pushed with all the doors
locked, the parking lamps flash twice and the horn chirps to
confirm that the doors are already locked.
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Using the Panic Alarm
[CF73900(ALL)01/96]
If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may
activate the alarm to call attention to it.
[CF74000(ALL)04/96]
To activate the PANIC alarm, push and hold the PANIC button
on the remote for longer than 1.5 seconds. The horn will sound
and the headlamps and tail lights will flash for thirty (30)
seconds. To turn off the alarm, press the LOCK or UNLOCK
buttons or hold the PANIC button down for longer than 1.5
seconds.
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[CF74100(ALL)03/96]
Replacing the Batteries
[CF74200(ALL)01/96]
The remote entry transmitter is powered by two coin type
Sanyo CR2016 3 volt batteries (included). If you notice a
significant decrease in operating range, the batteries should be
replaced. Replacement batteries can be purchased at most
pharmacies, watch stores or at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer.
[CF74300(ALL)01/96]
NOTE: The operating range of the remote entry system can
also be affected by weather conditions (such as very
cold temperatures) or structures around the vehicle
(buildings, other vehicles, radio and TV towers, etc.).
Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 49
feet (15 meters) away from your vehicle.
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[CF76100(ALL)01/96]6.
Press the LOCK button on a new remote transmitter. The
instrument panel lights will flash twice, indicating code is
entered.
[CF76200(ALL)01/96]7.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 as needed (up to four remote
transmitters may be programmed).
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Anti-Theft System (If equipped)
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This system helps protect your vehicle against break-ins or theft
by monitoring all doors, the hood and the liftgate lock cylinder.
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When an unauthorized entry occurs, the system triggers and
will:
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flash the headlamps and hazard lamps
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honk the horn
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disable the starting circuit to prevent the vehicle from being
started
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To arm the system
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[CF77000(ALL)01/96]1.
Remove the key from the ignition.
[CF77100(ALL)05/96]2.
Lock the doors by using either the power door lock switch
or by turning the key in either the driver or passenger door
lock cylinder. The parking lights will flash and the horn
chirps to let you know that the system has been armed. The
anti-theft indicator light on the right side of the steering
wheel will light and remain on.
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Starting
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Fuel-Injected Engines
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When starting a fuel-injected engine,the most important thing
to remember is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator
before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you
have problems getting your vehicle started. SeeStarting Your
Enginein this chapter for details about when to use the
accelerator while you start your vehicle.
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Starting Your Vehicle
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Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
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RWARNING
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other
enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open
the garage door before you start the engine.
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Before you start your vehicle, always:
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[TO05000(ALL)01/96]1.
Make sure you and all your passengers buckle your safety
belts. SeeSafety beltsin the Index for more details.
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[TO05100(ALL)01/96]2.
Make sure the headlamps and other accessories are turned
off when starting.
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[TO05200(ALL)01/96]3.
Make sure that the gearshift is in P (Park) and the parking
brake is set before you turn the key.
[TO05400(ALL)03/96]4.
Test the warning lights on the instrument cluster to make
sure they work. Refer to theInstrumentationchapter.
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Starting Your Engine
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To start your engine:
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[TO05900(ALL)01/96]1.
Follow the steps underPreparing to Start Your Vehicleat the
beginning of this section.
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[TO06000(ALL)01/96]2.
Keep your foot on the brake pedal and turn the ignition key
to ON.
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[MC38590(ALL)03/96
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How to Prepare Your Vehicle for
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
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[MC38595(ALL)05/96]
In some localities it may become a legal requirement to pass an
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the On-Board Diagnostic
(OBD) II system. If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery
has just been serviced, the OBD II system is reset to a not ready
for I/M testing condition. To prepare for I/M testing, the law
specifies that additional mixed city and highway driving is
required to complete the check of the OBD II system.
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[MC38602(ALL)03/96]
The driving modes required to reach the ready condition consist
of a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving as
described below.
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[MC38607(ALL)03/96]
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20 minutes of driving in stop and go city-type traffic with at
least four idle periods.
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[MC38612(ALL)03/96]
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10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
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Before completing the above driving modes, the engine must be
warmed up and at operating temperature. Once started, the
vehicle must not be turned off during the above driving modes.
If the vehicle owner is unable to meet the I/M requirements by
using these driving patterns, an authorized service center can
perform a detailed OBD II drive cycle as it would any other
type of repair work.
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[MC38700(ALL)03/96]
Lights and Bulb Replacement
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[MC38800(ALL)01/96]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights
frequently:
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headlamps
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high-mount brakelamp
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tail lamps
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brakelamps
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Maintenance and Care
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hazard flasher
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turn signals
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license plate lamps
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[MC39500(ALL)01/96
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The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if:
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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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[MC39700(ALL)01/96]
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the headlamps do not seem to give you enough light to see
clearly at night
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[MC39800(ALL)01/96]
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the headlamp beams are not pointed slightly down and to
the right
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Headlamp Bulb
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[MC40000(ALL)03/96]
The headlamps on your vehicle use replaceable bulbs. When the
lamp burns out, simply replace the bulb, rather than the whole
lamp.
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RWARNING
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out
of children's reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic
base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand
could cause the bulb to break the next time the
headlamps are operated.
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[MC40200(ALL)01/96]
Do not remove the burned out bulb unless you can immediately
replace it with a new one. If a bulb is removed for an extended
period of time, contaminants may enter the headlamp and affect
its performance.
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Removing the headlamp bulb
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[MC40400(ALL)01/96]1.
Make sure that the engine is off and the headlamp switch on
the instrument panel is in the OFF position.
[MC40500(ALL)01/96]2.
Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling the
connector away from the bulb assembly.
[MC40600(ALL)01/96]
13-1/2 pica
art:0040222-B
The headlamp bulb assembly
[MC40700(ALL)01/96]3.
Remove the bulb retaining ring by turning it
counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn to free it from the socket.
Then slide the ring off the plastic base.Keep the ring.You
must use it again to hold the new bulb in place.
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[MC40800(ALL)01/96]
17-1/2 pica
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Removing the headlamp bulb retaining ring
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[MC40900(ALL)01/96]4.
Carefully remove the bulb assembly from its socket by
gently pulling it rearward without turning.
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[MC41000(ALL)01/96]5.
Do not touch the bulb with your skin or you could shatter
the bulb. Always grasp the bulb assembly from the plastic
base.
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[MC41100(ALL)01/96]6.
Be sure that you have the proper replacement bulb ready
before you discard the burned out bulb.
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[MC41200(ALL)01/96]
17-1/2 pica
art:0040212-A
Headlamp bulb replacement
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Installing the headlamp bulb
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[MC41400(ALL)01/96]1.
With the flat side of the bulb's plastic base facing upward,
insert the glass end of the bulb into the socket. You may
need to turn the bulb left or right to line up the grooves in
the plastic base with the tabs in the socket. When the
grooves are aligned, push the bulb into the socket until the
plastic base contacts the rear of the socket. Do not touch the
glass with your fingers.
[MC41500(ALL)01/96]2.
Slip the retaining ring over the plastic base until it contacts
the rear of the socket. Lock the ring into the socket by
rotating it until you feel a ªstop.º
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[MC41600(ALL)01/96]3.
Push the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base
until it snaps, locking it into place.
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[MC41700(ALL)01/96]4.
Turn the headlamps on and make sure that they work
properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you
changed bulbs, you should not need to align it again.
[MC41800(ALL)01/96]
Replacing the Bulbs
[MC41900(ALL)01/96]
There are several different types of replacement bulbs for your
vehicle. The following illustration indicates the proper method
of removal and installation for each bulb.
[MC42000(ALL)01/96]
17-1/2 pica
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The replacement bulbs
[MC42100(ALL)01/96]
The illustrations in this section will provide you with reference
for changing many of the bulbs on your vehicle.
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Index
Brakes (continued)
lubricant specifications................ 343
master cylinder................... 285
new brake linings................... 5
noise........................ 219
parking...................... 221
servicing....................220, 285
stopping distances.................. 221
trailer....................... 237
when storing your vehicle.............. 338
Brights (high beams)................... 17
Bulbs, replacing
halogen...................... 319
headlamps..................... 319
specifications.................... 325
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Canada, customer assistance.............. 356
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP) . . . 356
Carbon monoxide in exhaust.............. 216
Cargo net....................... 112
Car seats for children (see Child safety seats)...... 156
Catalytic converter................... 316
Chains, tires...................... 307
Changing a tire.................... 256
Charging system warning light.............. 13
Childproof locks.................... 100
Child safety restraints
child safety belts.................. 169
child safety seats.................. 156
Child safety seats
and air bags.................... 156
attaching with tether straps............. 163
automatic locking mode (retractor)........138, 156
in front seat.................... 156
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