warning light Mercury Villager 1997 Owner's Manuals

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Instrumentation
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided
into several different sections. The illustrations on the following
pages show the major parts of the instrument panel described in
this chapter. Some items shown may not be on all vehicles.
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In your vehicle, the warning lights and gauges are grouped
together on the instrument panel. We call this grouping a
cluster. Your vehicle may have a mechanical cluster or an
electronic cluster.
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If you are not sure which cluster your vehicle has, check the
diagrams on the following pages.
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Instrumentation
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The following warning lights and gauges are on the mechanical
cluster. All of the warning lights and gauges alert you to
possible problems with your vehicle. Some of the lights listed
are optional. The following section explains what each of these
indicators means.
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Indicator Lights and Chimes
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Brake System Warning Light
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The warning light for the brakes can show two things Ð that
the parking brake is not fully released, or that the brake fluid
level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is
low, the brake system should be checked by your dealer or a
qualified service technician.
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Brake system and parking brake light
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The BRAKE light normally illuminates when you turn the
ignition key to the ON position to verify that the indicator bulb
is working. If the light stays on or comes on when the engine is
running and after you have released the parking brake fully,
have the hydraulic brake system serviced.
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RWARNING
The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be
working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately.
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light (If Equipped)
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To check the anti-lock brake warning light, turn the ignition key
to the ON position. The ABS warning light should glow
momentarily.
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NOTE: If it does not glow at all or stays on for a long time,
have your vehicle's electrical system checked
immediately.
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Anti-lock brake system warning light
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RWARNING
If the anti-lock brake system warning light remains on or
comes on while driving, have the braking system checked
by a qualified service technician as soon as possible.
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NOTE: If a fault occurs in the anti-lock system, and the brake
warning light is not lit, the anti-lock system is
disabled but normal brake function remains
operational.
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Instrumentation
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Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
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This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety
belt.
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If the safety belt is not buckled when the ignition is turned
to the ON position, the chime will sound for four (4) to eight
(8) seconds and the light will remain on until the safety belt
is fastened.
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If the safety belt is buckled while the light is on and the
chime is sounding, both the light and chime will turn off.
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If the safety belt is buckled before the ignition is turned to
the ON position, the chime does not sound, and the warning
light will not illuminate.
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Safety belt warning light
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Air Bag Readiness Light
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The supplemental air bag system uses a readiness light to
indicate the condition of the system. If the system is functioning
properly, the light will illuminate for about six (6) seconds when
the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
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If there is a problem with the system, the readiness light may
fail to illuminate, continue to flash, or remain on. If any of these
conditions occur, have the system serviced as soon as possible.
Unless the system is serviced, the supplemental air bag system
may not function properly in the event of a collision.
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A problem with the system is indicated by one or more of the
following: the readiness light will either flash or stay lit, or it
will not light, or a group of five beeps will be heard.
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RWARNING
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have
the air bag system serviced at your Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.
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Supplemental air bag readiness light
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Check Engine Warning Light
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This light illuminates when the electronic engine control system
is not working properly. This is the computer that controls the
operating conditions of the engine.
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Check engine warning light
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This light illuminates briefly when you turn the ignition key to
ON, but should turn off when the engine starts. If the light does
not come on when you turn the ignition to ON or if it
illuminates and stays on when you are driving, have your
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Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
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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 pressure light 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.
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Oil pressure light
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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.
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If you lose engine oil pressure:
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Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the engine as soon as
safely possible, severe engine damage could result.
[IS03800(ALL)01/96]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.
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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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Instrumentation
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Door Ajar Warning Light
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If the ignition switch is in the ON position and any door or the
liftgate is not completely closed, the light will illuminate.
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Door ajar warning light
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Cruise Indicator Light
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The CRUISE indicator light will illuminate when the speed
control system is activated.
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Cruise indicator light
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Overdrive Off Indicator Light
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This light illuminates when the OVERDRIVE OFF/ON button
on the gearshift selector lever has been pushed. When the light
is on, the transmission does not shift into overdrive. Depressing
the button on the shifter once more, returns the vehicle to
overdrive mode. This light also briefly illuminates when the key
is turned to the on position.
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Instrumentation
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The electronic cluster has all of the same warning lights as the
mechanical cluster, however, some of the gauges will be
electronic instead of analog. In addition, the electronic cluster
has a fuel computer for measuring fuel economy, distance to
empty and outside air temperature.
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
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This gauge shows you the temperature of the engine coolant
and is identified by a thermometer symbol. The letter H means
that the coolant is hot, C means that it is cold, and NORMAL
means that the coolant is within the normal operating range.
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The indicator bar on the graph will move into the normal
operating range as the engine warms up. When you are in
heavy traffic or stop-and-go driving in hot weather, the gauge
may read at the very top of the NORMAL range. This is
acceptable.
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However, if the indicator bar on the graph moves into the H
(hot) position, the engine is overheating and may cause engine
damage. If this happens, you should stop your vehicle as soon
as safely possible. Turn off the engine and let it cool. Check the
coolant level to be sure that it is at the proper level. If your
vehicle needs more coolant, seeEngine coolant, checking and
addingin the Index and read the section regarding adding
coolant.
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Electronic Sound Systems
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How to Take Care of and Clean Your CD Changer and
Discs
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To ensure the continued performance of your Ford Compact
Disc Changer, carefully read the following precautions:
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Always handle the disc by its edge. Never touch the playing
surface.
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Before playing, inspect the disc for any contamination. If
needed, clean the disc with an approved disc cleaner, such as
the DiscwasherHCompact Disc Cleaner or the Allsop 3H
Compact Disc Cleaner, by wiping from the center out to the
edges.Do not use a circular motion to clean.
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Do not clean discs with solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended
for analog records.
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Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources
such as defroster and floor heating ducts. Do not leave any
discs in a parked car in direct sunlight where there may be a
considerable rise in temperature or damage may result.
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After playing, store the disc in its case.
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If a disc has already been inserted, do not try to insert
another disc. Doing so may damage the disc changer.
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Do not insert anything other than a disc into the disc
changer.
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RWARNING
The laser beam used in the compact disc player is
harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the
case.
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Controls and Features
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RWARNING
Operating with the function selector control in off or in
the recirculated air mode for extended periods of time in
cold weather can result in fog buildup on interior glass
surfaces.
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The Mix (P) button directs approximately equal amounts of
air to the windshield and floor outlets with a small amount
to the side windows.
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The Defrost (V) button directs air to the windshield with a
small amount going to the floor outlets.
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The Panel (Q) button directs air to the instrument panel
outlets.
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The Panel/Floor (S) button directs approximately equal
amounts of air to the instrument panel outlets and the floor
outlets.
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The Floor (R) button directs most of the system's air
supply to the floor outlets with a small amount going to the
windshield and side window defrosters.
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Air Outlets
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Air intake selector button
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The typical air intake selection is outside air. However, for
recirculated air, the air intake selector button may be activated.
When the air intake selector button is activated (indicator light
is on), it prevents the intake of outside air. This is the typical
selection when using the air conditioner (if equipped). It
recirculates interior air for faster cooling. The recirculated air
function also helps to prevent the intake of dusty or unpleasant
air.
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