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[FV03270(M )05/95]
NOTE: The factory installed Remote Entry
System has a PANIC feature that also
chirps the vehicle horn and flashes the
interior/exterior lamps when the
PANIC button on the remote entry
transmitter is pushed. The PANIC
alarm and the Anti-Theft alarm are two
separate features. Both the anti-theft
alarm and the PANIC feature can be
active at the same time.
[FV03280(MBC )05/95]
To tell the difference between a PANIC alarm
and a triggered Anti-theft alarm:
[FV03290(MBC )10/95]
q
only the Anti-Theft alarm will cause the
alarm indicator lamp (located in the
instrument cluster) to flash on and off.
[FV03301(MBC )05/95]
q
only the Anti-Theft alarm will disable the
start circuit so that the vehicle can not be
started.
[FV03310(MBC )05/95]
q
the Anti-Theft alarm will not stop by pushing
the PANIC button on the Remote Entry
transmitter.
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[FV03320(MBC )05/95]
For more information on the PANIC alarm, see
Remote Entry Systemin the Index.
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[FV03330(MBC )05/95]
Arming the system
[FV03340(MBC )05/95]
To arm the system, do the following steps in
sequence:
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[FV03350(MBC )07/95]
1. Remove the key from the ignition. The hood
must be closed to arm the system.
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[FV03360(MBC )05/95]
2. Open any door. The alarm indicator light
will start flashing to remind you to arm the
system.
[FV03370(MBC )05/95]
3. Lock the doors by using the power door
lock switch or by pressing the remote entry
transmitter LOCK button.
[FV03380(MBC )05/95]
The alarm indicator will now glow steadily.
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[FV03510(MBC )05/95]
Triggering the alarm system
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[FV03520(MBC )05/95]
The armed system will be triggered if:
[FV03530(MBC )05/95]
q
any door is opened without disarming the
system first (see previous paragraphs)
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[FV03540(MBC )10/95]
q
the trunk lock cylinder is removed
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[FV03543(MBC )09/95]
NOTE: You can open the trunk with your key
without setting off the alarm.
[FV03544(M )10/95]
q
the hood is opened (except on GT/Cobra
vehicles)
[FV03546(M )10/95]
q
the ignition key lock cylinder is forcibly
removed from the steering column (except on
GT/Cobra vehicles where the coded key
anti-theft system provides this protection).
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[FV03550(MBC )05/95]
Disarming a triggered system
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[FV03560(MBC )05/95]
The alarm can be disarmed by:
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[FV03570(MBC )05/95]
q
unlocking a front door with the key
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[FV03580(MBC )05/95]
q
using the UNLOCK button of the remote
entry transmitter
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[FV03582(MBC )09/95]
NOTE: The flashing lights and honking horn
will shut off automatically within 2
minutes 45 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.
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[SV03600( ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
Do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running.
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[SV03650( ALL)03/95]
Opening the Hood
[SV03800( ALL)03/95]
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release
located under the lower left corner of the
instrument panel.
[SV04000( ALL)03/95]
2. Go around to the front of the vehicle, and
release the auxiliary catch that is located
under the front edge of the hood at the
center of the vehicle.
[SV04085(M )05/95]
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The auxiliary catch under the front edge of the hood
[SV04100(M )01/89]
3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop
rod using only the hole marked ªPROPº.
[SV04300(M )01/89]
Whenever you close the hood, make sure the
prop rod is secured in its retainer and that the
hood latches securely.
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[SV04450( ALL)01/95]
NOTE: Apply lubricant to the hood latch at
six-month intervals to maintain smooth
and trouble-free operation.
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[SV13670( ALL)01/95]
Neveruse:
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[SV13680( ALL)01/95]
q
ªNon-Detergentº oils
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[SV13690( ALL)04/95]
q
Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
%*
[SV13700( ALL)01/95]
q
Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments
or engine treatments
%*
[SV13702( ALL)03/95]
Engine oils with anSAE 5W-30viscosity are
PREFERREDfor your vehicle. They provide the
best engine performance, fuel economy and
engine protection for all climates down to-15ÊF
(-25ÊC).
%*
[SV13703( ALL)03/95]
Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and
of the preferred viscosity may be used in your
engine. The engine oil and oil filter must still be
changed according to the maintenance schedule.
%*
[SV13775( ALL)01/95]
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[SV13800( ALL)03/95]
Since the proper amount of engine oil is
important for safe engine operation, check the oil
using the dipstick each time you put fuel in
your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off,
the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be
parked on level ground.
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[SV13900( ALL)04/95]
Checking the engine oil level:
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[SV14000( ALL)02/95]
1. Turn the engine off after it has warmed up
and allow a few minutes for the engine oil
to drain back into the oil pan.
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[SV14050(M )03/95]
2. Set the parking brake, making sure that the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park)
(automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual
transmission).
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[SV14100( ALL)02/95]
3. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine
heat.
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[SV14200( ALL)03/95]
4. Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in
yellow) and carefully pull it out of the
engine.
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290 %
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[SV46000( ALL)03/95]
Headlamp Bulb
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[SV46100( ALL)01/95]
The headlamps on your vehicle use replaceable
bulbs. When the lamp burns out, simply replace
the bulb, rather than the whole lamp.
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[SV46200( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully
and keep out of children's reach. Grasp
the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your
hand could cause the bulb to break the
next time the headlamps are operated.
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[SV46300( ALL)01/95]
Do not remove the burned-out bulb unless you
can immediately replace it with a new one. If a
bulb is removed for an extended period of time,
contaminants may enter the headlamp housing
and affect its performance.
[SV46450(M )03/90]
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Parts of a headlamp
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[SV46600( ALL)03/95]
Removing the headlamp bulb
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[SV46700( ALL)01/95]
1. Make sure that the headlamp switch is in
the OFF position.
[SV46705(M )05/95]
2. Open the hood and locate the headlamp
access cover. Remove the plastic pushpin.
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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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