1996 FORD CROWN VICTORIA light

86
*
[LG55000( GV)05/95]
RWARNING
The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes
may not be working properly. Have the
brakes checked immediately.
% [LG55100( GV)05/94]
Hazard Warning Light
[LG55200( GV)05/94]
The hazard warning light will blink on and off
continuously when you use the hazard flasher.
See Using the Hazard Flasher in theSteering
Column Controlssection.
[LG55300( GV)05/94]
one inch art:0011298-AFile:rclgv.ex
Update:Wed Jan 31 10:21:13 1996

102
*
[IP33300( ALL)02/95]
The heating elements are bonded to the inside of
the rear window. Do not use sharp objects to
scrape the inside of the rear window or use
abrasive cleaners to clean it. Doing so could
damage the heating elements.
%
*
[IP34200( ALL)01/95]
The Interior and Exterior Lights
%*
[IP34310( ALL)01/95]
Daytime Running Light System
*
[IP34312( ALL)03/95]
(Canadian vehicles only)
*
[IP34320( ALL)03/95]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns
the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced
light output, when:
*
[IP34325( ALL)03/95]
q
The headlamp system is in the OFF position,
and
*
[IP34330( ALL)03/95]
q
The vehicle is running, and
*
[IP34340( ALL)01/95]
q
The vehicle has a fully released parking
brake.
*
[IP34360( BCGV)01/95]
NOTE: If you have a vehicle with an
automatic lighting system, the DRL
system is active until the automatic
system turns on the headlamps.
*
[IP34363( ALL)10/94]
NOTE: The high beam indicator will not turn
on in the flash-to-pass mode during
nighttime driving.
*
[IP34365( ALL)01/95]
NOTE: You may notice that the lights flicker
when the vehicle is turned on or off.
This is a normal condition.
*
[IP34367( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system
will not illuminate the tail lamps and
parking lamps. Turn on your headlamps
at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a
collision.
File:rcipv.ex
Update:Wed Jan 31 10:22:47 1996

103 %
*
[IP34370( ALL)01/95]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
*
[IP34550( BCGV)05/95]
To turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, side
markers, and tail lamps, use the rotary knob that
is to the left of the steering wheel.
[IP35100( GV)05/95]
one third page art:0010197-H
The knob that controls the headlamps and parking lamps
[IP35200( ALL)12/91]
When you turn on the headlamps, the parking
lamps, tail lamps, and side markers
automatically turn on. But you can turn on the
parking lamps, tail lamps, and side markers
without turning on the headlamps.
*
[IP36100( ALL)01/95]
For more information about how the high beams
work, refer to theSteering Column Controls
chapter.
[IP36130( BCGV)05/95]
Chime for headlamps on
*
[IP36160( BCGV)05/95]
This chime sounds if the driver or any passenger
door is open when the parking lamps or
headlamps are on. The chime sounds until you
close the door, turn off the lamps or turn the
ignition to the ON position.
%*
[IP36200( ALL)05/95]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
*
[IP36300( ALL)05/95]
Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these
may cause scratches or crack the lamps.
File:rcipv.ex
Update:Wed Jan 31 10:22:47 1996

104 %
*
[IP36800( GV)01/95]
Setting the Autolamp On/Off Delay
System
*
[IP37100( BCGV)02/95]
The autolamp sets the headlamps to turn on and
off automatically. You can use the autolamp to:
*
[IP37300( BCGV)01/95]
q
turn on the lamps automatically at night
*
[IP37400( BCGV)01/95]
q
turn off the lamps automatically during
daylight
*
[IP37500( BCGV)01/95]
q
keep the lamps on for up to three minutes
after you turn the key to OFF.
[IP37800( GV)05/95]
one third page art:0010198-F
The autolamp system on the left side of the instrument
panel
[IP38250( GV)05/95]
To activate the autolamp feature, simply turn the
headlamp knob counterclockwise towards the
autolamp delay area. The autolamp
automatically turns the lamps on and off for
you.
*
[IP39275( BCGV)01/95]
Do not put any articles on top of the photocell
that is located in the top left corner of the
instrument panel. This photocell controls the
autolamp. If you cover it, the photocell reacts as
if it is nighttime, and the lamps turn on.
File:rcipv.ex
Update:Wed Jan 31 10:22:47 1996

105 [IP39401( GV)05/95]
You can adjust the autolamp to keep the lamps
on after you leave your vehicle. The further you
move the headlamp knob to the left
(counterclockwise), the longer the lamps stay on.
*
[IP39500( BCGV)12/92]
You can set the autolamp so the lamps stay on
for up to three minutes after you turn your
vehicle off.
%*
[IP44500( ALL)01/95]
Lighting Up the Interior and Instrument
Panel
[IP45000( GV)05/95]
With the parking lamps or headlamps
illuminated, you can brighten or dim the lights
in the instrument panel. To do this, locate the
switch above the headlight control knob and
press it up (to brighten the lights) or down (to
dim the lights). To turn the interior lights on
and off, push the headlamp knob in.
[IP45200( GV)05/95]
one third page art:0011308-B
The knob controls the light on the instrument panel and
the interior light (autolamp feature shown Ð other models
similar)
File:rcipv.ex
Update:Wed Jan 31 10:22:47 1996

106 [IP45450( BCGV)07/93]Using the Automatic Illuminated Entry
System (If equipped)
[IP45650( GV)03/91]
The interior lights will illuminate for
approximately 25 seconds when either front door
handle is lifted, any button on the keyless entry
pad is pressed, or the remote entry system
UNLOCK button is pushed. If the amount of
light outside your vehicle is below a
predetermined level, the exterior lights will also
illuminate.
[IP45900( BCGV)01/89]
These lights automatically turn off after 25
seconds or when you turn the ignition key to
ON or ACC. The inside lights will not turn off if
you have turned them on manually or if a door
is opened.
[IP46000( BCGV)01/89]
Tips on the illuminated entry system:
[IP46100( BCGV)01/89]
q
The illuminated entry timer will not turn off
the courtesy lamp if that lamp has been
turned on manually or by the door switch.
[IP46200( BCGV)01/89]
q
Occasionally, you will need to clean the lens
of the door lock assembly. Use Ford
Multi-Purpose Cleaner Concentrate, a mild
soap, or household ammonia and water
solution. Apply with a soft cloth or cotton
swab, followed by a clear water rinse.
File:rcipv.ex
Update:Wed Jan 31 10:22:47 1996

109
Steering Column Controls
*
[SC00200( ALL)01/95]
The controls on the steering column and wheel
are designed to give you easy access to the
controls while you are driving.
%
*
[SC00300( ALL)01/95]
The Turn Signal Lever
*
[SC00400( ALL)01/95]
You can use the turn signal lever on the left side
of the steering column to:
[SC00500( ALL)03/95]
q
operate the turn signals
*
[SC00600( ALL)01/95]
q
turn the high beams on/off
*
[SC00700( ALL)01/95]
q
flash the lights
*
[SC00800( ALL)01/95]
q
turn the windshield wipers and washer
on/off
[SC00900( GV)06/94]
q
turn the cornering lamps on
[SC01900( ALL)02/95]
one third page art:0011292-A
The turn signal lever
File:rcscv.ex
Update:Wed Jan 31 10:23:43 1996

110 %
*
[SC02100( ALL)01/95]
Turn Signals
*
[SC02201( ALL)03/95]
Move the lever up to signal a right turn. Move
it down to signal a left turn. The corresponding
indicator light in the instrument cluster will
flash.
*
[SC02301( ALL)03/95]
If the turn signal stays on after you turn, move
the lever back to the center (off) position.
*
[SC02401( ALL)03/95]
For lane changes, move the lever far enough to
signal but not to latch. The lever will return to
the off position when you release it.
[SC02600( GV)07/93]
If your vehicle is equipped with cornering
lamps, they will automatically light on either the
right or left side (depending on the direction of
the turn), when the headlamps are ON.
%*
[SC02700( ALL)03/95]
High Beams
*
[SC02800( ALL)05/95]
To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamp
control knob to the headlamp ON position and
push the turn signal lever away from you until
it latches. When the high beams are ON, the
high beam indicator light on the instrument
panel comes on.
*
[SC02900( ALL)03/95]
To turn off the high beams, pull the lever
toward you until it latches. The high beam
indicator light turns off.
%*
[SC03200( ALL)05/95]
Flashing the Lights
*
[SC03300( ALL)05/95]
To flash the headlamps, pull the lever toward
you for a moment and then release it. The
headlamps will flash whether the headlamp
knob is in the on or off position.
File:rcscv.ex
Update:Wed Jan 31 10:23:43 1996