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ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning
lights (except the brake system warning light) to
make sure they work before you start the
engine. The key returns to the ON position once
the engine is started and remains in this position
while the engine runs.
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[ST02500(ALL)03/95]
START cranks the engine. Release the key once
the engine starts so that you do not damage the
starter. The key should return to ON when you
release it. The START position also allows you
to test the brake warning light.
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Shift-lock System
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For your safety, the optional automatic transaxle
has the shift-lock system, which prevents shifting
the transaxle out of the P (Park) position without
depressing the brake pedal when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
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[ST02515(ALL)07/89]
To shift the transaxle out of the P (Park)
position:
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1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
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2. Start the engine.
[ST02528(ALL)01/94]
3. Push in the thumb button and move the
shift selector lever.
[ST02530(ALL)06/93]
4. SeeShift Lock Emergency Overridein this
section for more information.
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Testing the Warning Lights
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Before you start your vehicle, you should test
the warning lights on the instrument panel to
make sure that they work. Refer to theWarning
Lights and Gaugeschapter.
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[ST06000(ALL)02/95]
Starting Your Engine
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To start your engine:
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1. Follow the steps underPreparing to Start
Your Vehicleat the beginning of this section.
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2. Keep your foot on the brake pedal and turn
the ignition key to the ON position.
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3. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when
starting your engine. DO NOT use the
accelerator while the vehicle is parked.
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4. Turn the key to the START position
(cranking) until the engine starts. Allow the
key to return to the ON position after the
engine has started.
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If you have difficulty in turning the key,
rotate the steering wheel slightly because it
may be binding.
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For a cold engine:
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q
At temperatures10ÊF (-12ÊC) andbelow:If
the engine does not start infifteen (15)
secondson the first try, turn the key to OFF,
wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you
do not flood the engine, then try again.
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q
At temperaturesabove10ÊF(-12ÊC):If the
engine does not start infive (5) secondson
the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait
approximately ten (10) seconds so you do not
flood the engine, then try again.
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Safety belt light
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Air Bag Readiness Light
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[LG02050(ALL)06/93]
This light illuminates for six seconds when the
ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light
fails to illuminate, continues to flash, remains on,
or if a series of five beeps is heard, have the
system serviced as soon as possible.
[LG02100(ALL)01/92]
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Air bag readiness light
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RWARNING
If any of these things happen, even
intermittently, have the air bag system
serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer immediately.
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[LG02200(ALL)03/95]
Brake System Warning Light
[LG02300(ALL)02/91]
Your vehicle has a divided brake system. If one
part isn't working, the other part can still work
and stop you. For good braking, though, you
need both systems working well. If the warning
light goes on, there could be a problem. Have
your brake system inspected right away.
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56 [LG02350(ALL)01/94]This light should come on as you start the
vehicle. If it doesn't come on then, have it fixed
so it will be ready to warn you if there's a
problem.
[LG02550(ALL)06/93]
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Brake system and parking brake light
[LG02600(ALL)01/93]
This light comes on briefly when you turn the
ignition key to START. It normally goes off
shortly after the engine starts and you release
the parking brake, but it may stay on for up to
60 seconds. If the light stays on for longer than
60 seconds or comes on after you have fully
released the parking brake, have the hydraulic
brake system serviced.
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[LG02650(ALL)02/94]
This light will also come on if the parking brake
does not release fully. If it does stay onafterthe
parking brake is fully released, it means there
may be a brake problem. Pull off the road and
stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is
harder to push, the pedal may go closer to the
floor, or it may take longer to stop the vehicle.
Try the brakes again after you have stopped.
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[LG02700(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes
may not be working properly. Have the
brakes checked immediately.
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
[LG02760(ALL)01/94]
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, the anti-lock brake system warning
light will come on. When the engine is started,
the anti-lock brake system control unit will
determine if all components of the system are
operating correctly. The warning light could
remain on for two to four seconds.
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The anti-lock brake system warning light
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RWARNING
If the anti-lock brake system warning
light remains on or comes on while
driving, have the braking system checked
by a qualified service technician as soon
as possible.
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[LG02785(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: If a fault occurs in the anti-lock
system, and the brake warning light is
not lit, the anti-lock system is disabled
but normal brake function remains
operational.
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[LG02790(ALL)09/93]
NOTE: If your vehicle must be jump-started
because of a low battery, the anti-lock
brake system warning light could
remain on. This is due to low battery
voltage and does not indicate a
malfunction in the system. Under these
circumstances, you should drive your
vehicle only after the battery has had
time to charge and the light has gone
out.
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Daytime Running Light System
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[SC01115(ALL)03/95]
(Canadian vehicles only)
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[SC01120(ALL)05/95]
In Canada, certain regulations require vehicles to
be driven with lights illuminated during daytime
operation. It is for that reason that the daytime
running lights are automatically illuminated
when the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position. The daytime running lights are
switched off under the following conditions:
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q
when the headlamps are switched on
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when the parking brake is applied
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when the flash-to-pass system is used
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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.
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Flashing the Lights
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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.
[SC02093(ALL)08/91]
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Highbeam and flash-to-pass operation
[SC02095(ALL)11/91]
If the headlamps are retracted when you pull
the lever toward you, they will pop up and
flash.
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Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these
may cause scratches or crack the lamps.
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[SC02100(ALL)03/95]
Hazard Flasher
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[SC02200(ALL)09/93]
To alert other drivers to hazardous situations,
press the flasher switch on the top of the
steering column. All the turn signals will flash
on and off at the same time. The flashers will
also operate while the brake pedal is applied. To
turn the hazards off, press the switch again.
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[SC02300(ALL)01/94]
The flashers work whether your vehicle is
running or not. The flashers will work for up to
two hours when the battery is fully charged and
in good condition. They will not drain the
battery excessively unless they are left on for an
extended period of time.
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To Cancel Speed Control
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You can cancel the speed control while you are
driving.
[SC07250(ALL)05/93]
Press the brake pedal or clutch pedal (manual
transaxle) slightly. The speed control is
cancelled, but you can reset it by pressing SET
ACC or RSM.
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To Turn Off the Speed Control System
[SC07350(ALL)01/94]
Press the OFF switch. The speed control system
is off and will remain off until you press the ON
switch and reset the speed control.
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[SC07400(ALL)05/95]
In addition, the speed control is turned off each
time you turn the vehicle off.
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Cancelling and Resuming a Set Speed
[SC07500(ALL)04/95]
If you press the brake pedal, the clutch pedal
(manual transaxle), or shift the transaxle into N
(Neutral) the speed control is suspended. You
can return to the speed you set by using the
RSM switch.
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[SC07550(ALL)06/95]
To resume the speed you had before, you must
be driving at least 30 mph (50 km/h).
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[SC07600(ALL)05/93]
Press and release the RSM switch. Your vehicle
gradually returns to the previously set speed
and then maintains it.
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