1996 Mercury Grand Marquis Owner's Manuals

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[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.
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[IP34200( ALL)01/95]
The Interior and Exterior Lights
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[IP34310( ALL)01/95]
Daytime Running Light System
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[IP34312( ALL)03/95]
(Canadian vehicles only)
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[IP34320( ALL)03/95]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns
the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced
light output, when:
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[IP34325( ALL)03/95]
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The headlamp system is in the OFF position,
and
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[IP34330( ALL)03/95]
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The vehicle is running, and
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[IP34340( ALL)01/95]
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The vehicle has a fully released parking
brake.
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[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.
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[IP34363( ALL)10/94]
NOTE: The high beam indicator will not turn
on in the flash-to-pass mode during
nighttime driving.
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[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.
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[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.
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[IP34370( ALL)01/95]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
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[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.
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[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
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[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.
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[IP36200( ALL)05/95]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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[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.
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[IP36800( GV)01/95]
Setting the Autolamp On/Off Delay
System
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[IP37100( BCGV)02/95]
The autolamp sets the headlamps to turn on and
off automatically. You can use the autolamp to:
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[IP37300( BCGV)01/95]
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turn on the lamps automatically at night
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[IP37400( BCGV)01/95]
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turn off the lamps automatically during
daylight
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[IP37500( BCGV)01/95]
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keep the lamps on for up to three minutes
after you turn the key to OFF.
[IP37800( GV)05/95]
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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.
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[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.
[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.
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[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.
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[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]
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The knob controls the light on the instrument panel and
the interior light (autolamp feature shown Ð other models
similar)
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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 open.
[IP46000( BCGV)01/89]
Tips on the illuminated entry system:
[IP46100( BCGV)01/89]
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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]
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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.
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[IP46300( ALL)01/95]
Turning on the Map and Reading Lamps
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[IP46425( ALL)01/95]
Your vehicle has two map lamps for the
passenger and the driver. To turn on the map
lamps, push the switch next to each lamp.
[IP47000( GV)06/93]
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Front seat map and dome lamps
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[IP47010( ALL)01/95]
The dual beam map lamps are located on each
side of the dome lamp. Each map lamp can be
turned on by the switches on the lamp.
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Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps
(If equipped)
[IP47030( G )05/92]
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
courtesy/reading lamp located at the rear-center
of the headliner (roof). The right lamp is for the
right side passenger and the left lamp is for the
left side passenger.
[IP47059( G )10/90]
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Rear seat courtesy/reading lamps (optional)
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[IP47060( G )05/95]
With the lens in the flat position, the
courtesy/reading lamp will illuminate when any
door is opened or when the headlamp dimmer
knob is rotated to the courtesy lamp position.
[IP47080( G )10/90]
With the lens in the rotated position and the key
in the ON or ACC position, the
courtesy/reading lamp will illuminate.
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[IP47270( ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Interior Lamps
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[IP47290( ALL)04/95]
Your interior dome lamps and map lamps are
plastic and should be cleaned with a mild
detergent diluted in water. Rinse them with clear
water.
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