hood release Mercury Villager 1997 Owner's Manuals

Starting
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[TO09020(ALL)03/96]
Once the shut-off switch is activated, you must reset the switch
by hand before you can start your vehicle.
[TO09025(ALL)01/96]
The fuel pump shut-off switch reset button is located below the
hood release handle.
[TO09030(ALL)01/96]
10-1/2 pica
art:0040048-C
Fuel pump shut-off switch reset button location
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[TO09035(ALL)03/96]
RWARNING
If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to
start your vehicle. Have all the passengers get out of the
vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing
service.
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[TO09040(ALL)01/96]
If your engine cranks, but does not start after a collision:
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[TO09045(ALL)01/96]1.
Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF position.
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[TO09050(ALL)03/96]2.
Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel.
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[TO09055(ALL)01/96]3.
If you do not see or smell fuel, push the fuel pump shut-off
reset button down. If the red button is already set, you may
have a different mechanical or electrical problem.
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[TO09060(ALL)01/96]4.
Turn the ignition key to the ON position for a few seconds,
then turn it to the OFF position.
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Update:Thu May 30 09:53:35 1996

Maintenance and Care
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[MC03400(ALL)01/96]
If you must work under the hood while the engine is
on:
[MC03450(ALL)01/96]
Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park). This will prevent your vehicle from
moving unexpectedly.
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[MC03700(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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[MC03750(ALL)01/96]
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If you must work with the engine running, avoid wearing
loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in moving
parts. Take appropriate precautions with long hair.
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[MC03800(ALL)02/96
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Opening the Hood
[MC03900(ALL)01/96]1.
Pull the hood release handle, located below the fuse panel
door.
[MC04000(ALL)01/96]
13-1/2 pica
art:0040189-C
Hood release handle location
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Update:Mon Jun 10 15:17:05 1996

280
[MC04100(ALL)01/96]2.
Go to the front of the vehicle and release the hood latch
under the hood in the front center of the vehicle.
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[MC04200(ALL)01/96]3.
Lift the hood and release the prop rod from its retaining
clip. Place the end of the prop rod in the prop rod hole
provided on the underside of the hood.
[MC04300(ALL)01/96]
24 pica art:0040190-C
The hood latch and prop rod
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Gearshift:shifting the gears............... 224
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating..................... 234
definition....................229, 232
driving with a heavy load.............. 229
location...................... 233
H
Hazard flashers................... 76,243
Headlamps
bulb specification.................. 325
checking alignment................. 319
cleaning...................... 333
daytime running lights................ 77
replacing bulbs................... 318
warning chime.................... 17
Head restraints.................... 123
Heating, manual heating and air conditioning system.... 56
High beams, indicator light................ 17
Hitch......................... 236
Hood
latch location.................... 279
lubrication specifications............... 343
release lever.................... 279
working under the hood............... 278
I
Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN).......... 356
Idle
relearning..................... 274
speed....................... 213
Ignition
chime........................ 17
positions of the ignition................ 86
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Update:Fri Jun 14 07:38:49 1996