1996 FORD CROWN VICTORIA oil pressure

61 [LG16291( GV)05/94]
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The battery voltage gauge
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[LG16300( ALL)05/94]
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
[LG16500( ALL)05/94]
This gauge indicates the engine oil pressure, not
the oil level. However, if your engine's oil level
is low, it could affect the oil pressure. With the
engine running, the pointer should move into
the NORMAL band. If the pointer drops below
the NORMAL band while the engine is running,
you have lost oil pressure and continued
operation will cause severe engine damage.
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[LG16600( ALL)03/95]
If you lose engine oil pressure:
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[LG16700( ALL)01/95]
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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[LG16800( ALL)04/95]
2. Shut off the engine immediately or severe
engine damage could result.
[LG16900( ALL)05/94]
3. Check the engine's oil level, following the
instructions on checking and adding engine
oil, see theEngine Oilin the Index. If you do
not follow these instructions, you or others
could be injured. To assure an accurate
reading, your car should be on level ground.
[LG17000( ALL)05/94]
4. If the level is low, add oil as necessary
before you start the engine again. Do not
overfill. Do not operate the engine if the
pointer is below the NORMAL band,
regardless of the oil level. Contact your
nearest dealer for further service actions.
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69 %
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[LG28104( GV)01/95]
Charging System Warning Light
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[LG28105( GV)01/95]
This light comes on when you turn your ignition
key from OFF to ON. The light should go out
when the engine starts and the alternator begins
to charge.
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[LG28106( GV)01/95]
If this light stays on or comes on while your
engine is running, this tells you that your
battery is not being charged and that you need
to have the electrical system checked as soon as
possible.
[LG28107( GV)10/90]
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[LG28108( GV)01/95]
Engine Oil Pressure Light
[LG28109( GV)10/90]
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This light indicates the engine oil pressure, not
the oil level. However, if your engine's oil level
is low, it could affect the oil pressure. The light
should come on every time your ignition key is
turned to ON or START, and should go out
when the engine starts. If the light stays on or
turns on while the engine is running, you have
lost oil pressure andcontinued operation will
cause severe engine damage.
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[LG28111( GV)03/95]
If you lose engine oil pressure:
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[LG28112( GV)03/95]
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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[LG28113( GV)01/95]
2. Shut off the engine immediately. If you do
not stop the engine as soon as safely
possible, severe engine damage could result.
[LG28114( GV)07/94]
3. Check the engine's oil level, following the
instructions on checking and adding engine
oil, seeEngine Oilin the Index. If you do
not follow these instructions, you or others
could be injured. To assure an accurate
reading, your vehicle should be on level
ground.
[LG28115( GV)06/93]
4. If the level is low, add only as much oil as
necessary before you start the engine again.
Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine if
the light is on, regardless of the oil level.
Contact your nearest dealer for service as
soon as possible.
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[LG28117( GV)01/95]
For more information about adding oil, see
Adding engine oilin theServicing Your Vehicle
chapter of this guide.
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[LG28120( GV)04/95]
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
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[LG28122( GV)05/95]
The turn signal arrow will flash to indicate the
direction in which you are going to be turning.
[LG28137( GV)06/93]
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The following decrease fuel economy:
[SV12700( ALL)05/95]
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Lack of regular, scheduled maintenance
[SV12800( ALL)05/95]
q
Rapid acceleration and excessive speed
[SV12850( ALL)05/95]
q
Driving with your foot on the brake
[SV12900( ALL)05/95]
q
Sudden stops
[SV12950( ALL)05/95]
q
Extended engine idling
[SV13000( ALL)05/95]
q
Using speed control in hilly terrain
[SV13100( ALL)05/95]
q
Extended use of the A/C, defroster, rear
window defroster and other accessories
[SV13200( ALL)05/95]
q
Underinflated tires
[SV13300( ALL)05/95]
q
Heavy loads
[SV13400( ALL)05/95]
q
Aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or
luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc.
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[SV13510( ALL)02/95]
Self-Service Pointers
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[SV13520( ALL)01/95]
If you choose to do your own fueling, you
should also perform a few simple maintenance
routines. This extra effort will save you
additional money and contribute to the driving
efficiency of your vehicle.
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[SV13530( ALL)01/95]
The following procedures require only a tire
gauge, a rag, an oil can spout and windshield
washer fluid.
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[SV13540( ALL)01/95]
q
Check the engine oil at every refueling stop
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[SV13550( ALL)01/95]
q
Clean the windshield, outside mirrors and
headlights
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[SV13560( ALL)01/95]
q
Check windshield washer fluid
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[SV13570( ALL)02/95]
q
Check tires for excessive wear or worn edges
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[SV13580( ALL)01/95]
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Check the tire pressure at least monthly
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[SV53075( ALL)03/95]
In general, maintenance, replacement, or service
of the emissions control devices or systems in
your new Ford Motor Company vehicle or
engine may be performed at your expense by
any automotive repair establishment or
individual using automotive parts equivalent to
those which your vehicle or engine was
originally equipped.
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[SV53150( ALL)05/95]
Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine
Ford replacement parts. If other than Ford or
Motorcraft parts or Ford authorized
remanufactured parts are used for maintenance
replacements or for the service of components
affecting emissions control, such non-Ford parts
should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor
Company parts in performance and durability. It
is the owner's responsibility to determine the
equivalency of such parts. Please consult your
warranty booklet for complete warranty
information.
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[SV53175( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in
dry grass or other dry ground cover. The
emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which
can start a fire.
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[SV53200( ALL)05/95]
Watch for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss
of oil pressure, the charge warning light, the
check engine light, or the temperature warning
light. These sometimes indicate that the emission
system is not working properly.
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[SV53300( ALL)01/95]
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your
vehicle or engine. Changes that cause more
unburned fuel to reach the exhaust system can
increase the temperature of the engine or
exhaust system.
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318 Index
Emergencies, roadside
assistance............... 215
battery acid spills........... 197
jump-starting............. 197
towing................ 213
Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 182
Emission control system, catalytic
converter............... 286
Engine
check engine warning light..... 55,66
does not start.............. 41
fuel injected engine, starting....... 39
fuel system shut-off switch........ 45
preparing to start............ 39
service points............. 237
starting................. 40
starting after a collision......... 45
storing your vehicle.......... 295
Engine block heater............ 42
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 249
checking hoses............ 250
disposal............... 253
preparing for storage......... 295
proper solution............ 251
recovery reservoir........... 249
refill capacities............ 291
specifications............. 293
Engine coolant temperature gauge
description............. 58,64
electronic................ 64
mechanical............... 59
Engine oil
changing oil and oil filter....... 248
checking and adding......... 247
dipstick............... 247
disposal............... 248
engine oil pressure gauge........ 61
engine oil pressure warning light..... 69
filter, specifications.......... 292
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320 Index
Fuel and distance computer (continued)
select button.............. 75
to empty indicator........... 76
trip distance.............. 79
trip/reset button............ 79
Fuel cap, removing........... 239
Fuel filter, specifications......... 292
Fuel gauge.............. 58,71
Fuel system shut-off switch, starting after a
collision................ 45
Fuse panels
engine compartment.......... 275
high current fuse panel........ 276
instrument panel........... 271
Fuses
charts................ 273
checking and replacing........ 278
circuit breakers............ 280
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 239
Gasoline (see Fuel)............ 239
Gauges, Electronic
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 64
fuel gauge............... 71
odometer................ 73
speedometer.............. 73
Gauges, Mechanical
battery voltage gauge.......... 60
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 58
engine oil pressure gauge........ 61
fuel gauge............... 58
odometer................ 60
speedometer.............. 60
trip odometer.............. 60
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 189
definition............... 188
location............... 188
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Index 323
L
Lamps
autolamp delay system........ 104
bulb replacement specifications chart . . 285
checking............... 281
daytime running light system..... 102
dome lamps............. 107
flashing the lamps.......... 110
hazard flashers............ 113
headlamps.............. 103
high beams............. 110
high-mount brakelamp........ 283
illuminated entry system....... 123
illuminated mirrors.......... 143
interior lamps............ 105
map lamps.............. 107
replacing bulbs............ 281
trailer................ 195
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) . . 110
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag............... 52,68
air suspension............. 55
anti-lock brakes (ABS)........ 50,84
anti-theft................ 83
brake............... 49,85
charging system.......... 52,69
check engine............ 55,66
door ajar................ 82
engine oil pressure........... 69
hazard warning light.......... 86
high beam............. 54,66
low fuel................ 54
low washer fluid............ 81
oil pressure.............. 69
overdrive off............ 53,81
safety belt............. 51,65
trunk ajar............... 82
turn signal indicator........ 57,70
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