lock Mercury Villager 1998 s Owner's Guide

Remote Keyless Entry System (If equipped)
If you have chosen the remote keyless entry system option for
your vehicle, you can lock or unlock the doors and liftgate without
using a key. This option will allow you to open your vehicle
using a remote transmitter from distances of up to 49 feet (15
meters) away. The remote feature will operate only when the
ignition is in the OFF position.
The transmitter can unlock the driver's door, unlock all doors,
lock all doors, and activate the vehicle's anti-theft system (if
equipped). It is designed to be carried with your vehicle key.
By pressing the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once, you can
unlock the driver door. Pressing the UNLOCK button a second
time within six (6) seconds of unlocking the driver door will unlock
the other doors. The interior lamp will turn on and stay on for
thirty (30) seconds.
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.
Remote keyless entry transmitter
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Using the Panic Alarm
If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may
activate the alarm to call attention to it.
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.
Replacing the Batteries
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.
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.
Replacing the batteries
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Remove the two batteries by snapping open the lid of the remote
transmitter. The transmitter can be snapped apart by twisting
a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter. Replace the
batteries with new ones as shown in the above illustration.
Close the lid securely. Press both the LOCK and the UNLOCK
button two or three times to test the remote transmitter operation.
If the batteries are removed for any reason other than
replacement, repeat the steps inReplacing the batteriesto test your
remote transmitter(s).
mAn improperly disposed battery can hurt the environment.
Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.
mThe remote transmitter is waterproof; however, if it does get
wet, immediately wipe it completely dry.
mThe operational range of the remote transmitter extends to
approximately 49 feet (15 meters) from the vehicle. This
range may vary with conditions.
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO
CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST
ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
OPERATION.
Replacement/Additional Transmitters
In the event a transmitter is lost or an additional remote
transmitter needs to be set, you must change the ID code. Follow
the steps below to change the ID code of your system, or
return the remaining transmitter(s) to your dealer for
reprogramming of your remote entry system. This is necessary to
prevent unauthorized use of the lost transmitter.
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ID Code Programming Procedure
NOTE: All transmitters must be programmed (or
reprogrammed) at the same time. If the programming
mode is entered and the transmitters are not programmed
(or reprogrammed) at the same time, they will not
operate with the system.
1. Enter vehicle and close and lock all doors.
2. Insert and remove key from ignition six times within ten (10)
seconds. The instrument panel lights will flash twice.
3. Turn ignition key to the ACC position.
4. Press the LOCK button on the remote transmitter once.
5. To enter additional remote controllers (including the original),
unlock, then lock the driver door using the power door lock
switch.
6. Press the LOCK button on a new remote transmitter. The
instrument panel lights will flash twice, indicating code is
entered.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 as needed (up to four remote transmitters
may be programmed).
Anti-Theft System (If equipped)
This system helps protect your vehicle against break-ins or theft
by monitoring all doors, the hood and the liftgate lock
cylinder.
When an unauthorized entry occurs, the system triggers and will:
mflash the headlamps and hazard lamps
mhonk the horn
mdisable the starting circuit to prevent the vehicle from being
started
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To arm the system
1. Remove the key from the ignition.
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.
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a factory installed
remote keyless entry system, the system can be armed
by closing all the doors and pressing the LOCK
button on the remote transmitter.
3. Close all doors. The anti-theft indicator light will stay on for
approximately 30 seconds and then flash once every 2.5
seconds.
Anti-theft indicator light
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NOTE: Be sure to close all the doors completely. If the doors
are not completely closed, the alarm indicator light will
remain on steadily. The anti-theft system is armed
only when the anti-theft indicator light remains on
steadily for approximately 30 seconds after the last door
is closed, and then flashes every 2.5 seconds.
Disarming an untriggered anti-theft system
Unlock either door with the door key or by pressing the
UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter (if
equipped). This will disarm the system. When you unlock the door
with the key, make sure you fully rotate the key in the lock. If
you do not, the system may not disarm, and will trigger when a
door is opened.
If the system is armed and you remain in your vehicle, simply
insert the key into the ignition and turn it to ACC. This disarms the
system and allows you to open the door to exit without
triggering the system. Remember to rearm the system by using
the power door lock or the remote transmitter (if equipped) to lock
the doors.
The remote keyless entry system is designed to work with the
factory installed anti-theft system. It may not work with other
anti-theft systems.
Triggering the anti-theft system
The armed system will be triggered if:
many door is opened without using the door key or the remote
keyless entry transmitter (if equipped)
mthe liftgate is opened or unlocked
mthe hood is opened
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Disarming a triggered anti-theft system
The alarm can be disarmed by:
munlocking the driver or passenger doors
munlocking the doors with the remote keyless entry transmitter
(if equipped)
mputting the key in the ignition and turning it to the ACC
position
NOTE: The flashing lights and honking horn will shut off
automatically within 2 minutes 30 seconds after the
system is triggered. It will trigger again if another
intrusion occurs. However, the starter circuit remains
disabled until the system is disarmed.
NOTE: Factory installed remote keyless entry systems will only
operate with the ignition in the OFF position.
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Reclining Seats
You can tilt back the seats in your vehicle.
WARNING
Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the
lap belt snug and low across the hips.
To recline the seatbacks:
1. Lift up the release lever and hold it up while you lean against
the back of the seat.
2. When the seatback is tilted to the position you choose, release
the lever to lock the seatback in place.
3. To return the seatback to its upright position, lift the lever and
lean forward.
Seatback release lever location
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WARNING
Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety
belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one
tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the
shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear
the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing it around
your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a
single belt for more than one person.
WARNING
Never drive or ride with a twisted or jammed safety belt.
If you cannot untwist or unjam the safety belt, see the
nearest qualified technician immediately.
WARNING
Children should always ride with the seatback in the fully
upright position.
WARNING
Lock the doors of your vehicle before driving to lessen the
risk of the door coming open in a collision.
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Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
While your vehicle is in motion, the combination lap and
shoulder belt adjusts to your movement. However, if you brake
hard, turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph (8
km/h) or more, the lap and shoulder belt locks and helps to
reduce your forward movement.
After you get into your vehicle, close the door and lock it. Then
adjust the seat to the position that suits you best.
To fasten the belt, pull the combination lap and shoulder belt
from the retractor so that the shoulder portion of the belt crosses
your shoulder and chest. Be sure the belt is not twisted. If it
is, remove the twist. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle
until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue
is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on tongue.
NOTE: Be sure to read and understandImportant Safety Belt
Informationat the beginning of this chapter.
Fastening the front seat combination lap and shoulder belt
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