1996 FORD MUSTANG alarm

112 % [FV08575(M )08/93]Using the Illuminated Entry System
[FV08600(M )08/93]
If your vehicle has this option, the interior lights
turn on when you lift the outside door handle
on either front door, or when you press
UNLOCK, TRUNK, or PANIC on a programmed
remote entry transmitter if your vehicle is
equipped with remote entry.
[FV08625(M )09/95]
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.
% [FV08650(M )08/93]
Battery Saver (With Remote Entry)
*
[FV08675(M )09/95]
When the ignition is turned off, the vehicle will
turn off battery voltage to the interior lights
after 45 minutes.
[FV08700(M )08/93]
This will prevent draining of the battery if those
lights have been left on inadvertently or if a
door is not completely closed. Battery voltage to
these lamps will be restored when the outside
front door handles are lifted, the Remote Entry
transmitter is used to unlock the doors, activate
the personal alarm or open the trunk, or the
ignition key is turned on again.
%*
[FV08725( ALL)02/95]
Replacing the batteries
*
[FV08750(MBC )02/95]
The remote entry transmitter is powered by two
coin type three-volt lithium 2016
batteries (included) that should last for several
years of normal use. 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.
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229 [AC00910(M )05/94]
NOTE: Use only hook and pad design roof
racks. Follow all manufacturers
recommendations including vehicle
speed, rack loads and tie down
procedures. Also, DO NOT over torque
the hook clamp, as vehicle damage
may occur.
*
[AC01400( ALL)01/95]
NOTE: When adding accessories, equipment,
passengers, and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight
capacity of the vehicle or of the front
or rear axle (GVWR, GAWR as shown
on the Safety Compliance Certification
Label). Consult your dealer for specific
weight information.
[AC01500( ALL)09/95]
NOTE: The Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) or in Canada the
Canadian Radio Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC) regulates the use
of mobile communications systems Ð
such as two-way radios, telephones,
and theft alarms Ð that are equipped
with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle
should comply with FCC regulation
and should be installed only by a
qualified technician.
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Index 317
Index
A
ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)....... 65
Accessory position on the ignition..... 49
Accessory power source,
power point outlet.......... 130
Additives, engine oil.......... 249
Air bag supplemental restraint system
and child safety seats........ 24,30
description............... 22
disposal................ 28
driver air bag........... 22,25
indicator light............. 67
operation............... 25
passenger air bag............ 25
proper seating............. 23
service and information labels...... 25
tone generator............. 28
wearing safety belts........... 22
Air cleaner filter
location............... 239
specifications............. 299
Air conditioning, manual heating and air
conditioning system........... 80
Alarm, activating remote personal.... 111
Alcohol, in fuel............. 244
Antenna, radio (see Electronic
sound system)..........141, 173
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 252
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 186
see also Brake............ 186
warning light.............. 65
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Index 331
Mirrors................. 125
rearview............... 125
side view mirrors........... 125
side view mirrors (manual)...... 127
vanity mirror, illuminated....... 128
Motorcraft parts............. 299
N
National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration......... 222
New vehicle break-in........... 5
O
Octane rating............243±244
Odometer
description............... 75
trip odometer............. 75
Oil filter..............251, 299
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 248
Oil viscosity............248±249
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 295
Overdrive............... 180
Overseas offices............. 224
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system . 111
Parking brake
operation.............. 188
warning light.............. 64
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 299
PCV valve, specifications........ 299
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 278
Power door locks............ 103
Power features
door locks.............. 103
lumbar support............ 121
mirrors.............125, 127
seats................. 120
windows............... 114
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332 Index
Power point electrical outlet....... 130
Power steering
dipstick.............274±275
driving with power steering...... 186
fluid, checking and adding....... 274
fluid, refill capacity.......... 298
fluid, specifications.......... 300
servicing............... 186
Prop rod, hood............. 238
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems) . . . 141
Rear axle
lubricant specification......... 300
refill capacity............. 298
Rearview mirror............. 126
Rear window
defroster................ 83
washer reservoir........... 261
Refill capacities for fluids........ 298
Regulations, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 222
Relays................. 278
Remote control, trunk.......... 132
Remote entry system
arming and disarming the anti-theft system 111
illuminated entry........... 112
locking/unlocking doors........ 110
opening the trunk........... 110
panic alarm.............. 111
replacement/additional transmitters . . . 113
replacing the batteries......... 112
Reporting safety defects......... 222
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult.................. 9
child.................. 28
head................. 116
infant............... 28,30
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