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[IP21400( GV)04/95]
Service
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[IP21500( GV)04/95]
If your EATC is not operating as described here,
take it to your dealer to have it checked. System
diagnostics are built in which will allow you Mercury Grand Marquis 1996 Owners Manuals 101
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[IP21400( GV)04/95]
Service
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[IP21500( GV)04/95]
If your EATC is not operating as described here,
take it to your dealer to have it checked. System
diagnostics are built in which will allow you](/manual-img/33/10922/w960_10922-103.png)
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[IP21400( GV)04/95]
Service
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[IP21500( GV)04/95]
If your EATC is not operating as described here,
take it to your dealer to have it checked. System
diagnostics are built in which will allow your
dealer to readily identify problems that might
occur.
% [IP31800( GV)12/91]Rear Window Defroster
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[IP32000( ALL)12/91]
The defroster for the rear window clears frost,
fog, or thin ice from both the inside and outside
of the rear window.
[IP32800( GV)03/94]
The button for the rear window defroster is
located on the left hand (driver's) side of the
instrument panel.
[IP32900( GV)05/94]
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The button that controls the rear window defroster
[IP33000( ALL)12/94]
Clear away any snow that is on the rear
window before using the defroster. With the
engine running, push the defrost button.
[IP33100( ALL)12/94]
After approximately 10 minutes, the defroster
will turn off. If the window is still not clear,
turn the defroster on again.
[IP33200( ALL)12/94]
The defroster will turn off when the ignition key
is turned to the OFF position.
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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]
q
turn on the lamps automatically at night
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[IP37400( BCGV)01/95]
q
turn off the lamps automatically during
daylight
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[IP37500( BCGV)01/95]
q
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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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 Mercury Grand Marquis 1996 Owners Manuals 107 [IP45450( BCGV)07/93]
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](/manual-img/33/10922/w960_10922-109.png)
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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]
q
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]
q
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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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). Th Mercury Grand Marquis 1996 Owners Manuals 109 % [IP47020( G )05/94]
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). Th](/manual-img/33/10922/w960_10922-111.png)
109 % [IP47020( G )05/94]
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.
%*
[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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[SC03500( ALL)03/95]
Windshield Wipers and Washer
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[SC03600( ALL)03/95]
To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition
key must be turned to the ON or ACC position.
[SC03750( ALL)01/95]
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[SC03500( ALL)03/95]
Windshield Wipers and Washer
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[SC03600( ALL)03/95]
To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition
key must be turned to the ON or ACC position.
[SC03750( ALL)01/95]
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[SC03500( ALL)03/95]
Windshield Wipers and Washer
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[SC03600( ALL)03/95]
To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition
key must be turned to the ON or ACC position.
[SC03750( ALL)01/95]
Rotate the end of the lever away from you to
activate the wipers. The first seven detents are
interval wipe positions, the eighth detent is the
LO position and the ninth detent is the HI
position.
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[SC03800( ALL)01/95]
To turn the wipers off, turn the knob toward
you to the OFF position.
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[SC04100( ALL)03/95]
Variable Interval Wipers
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[SC04205( ALL)01/95]
In addition to two speed wipers, your vehicle
has wipers that you can set to operate at
varying intervals. For example, you can set the
interval so they wipe less often when it drizzles
or more often in heavier rain.
[SC04700( ALL)02/95]
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The variable interval wiper on the turn signal lever
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[SC04900( ALL)03/94]
To set the interval wipers, turn the knob at the
end of the turn signal lever toward or away
from you until the wipers are going at the
desired interval.
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[FV02600( BCGV)01/95]
Using the Illuminated Entry System
(If equipped)
[FV02700( CGV)05/95]
The interior lights will illuminate for
approximately 25 seconds when either front door
handle is li Mercury Grand Marquis 1996 Owners Manuals 125 %
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[FV02600( BCGV)01/95]
Using the Illuminated Entry System
(If equipped)
[FV02700( CGV)05/95]
The interior lights will illuminate for
approximately 25 seconds when either front door
handle is li](/manual-img/33/10922/w960_10922-127.png)
125 %
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[FV02600( BCGV)01/95]
Using the Illuminated Entry System
(If equipped)
[FV02700( CGV)05/95]
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.
[FV03200( BCGV)02/95]
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 open.
%*
[FV03598( BCGV)05/95]
Using the Keyless Entry System
(If equipped)
[FV03600( BCGV)06/92]
If your vehicle has the keyless entry system, you
can lock or unlock the vehicle doors and trunk
without using a key. The buttons for the system
are above the outside door handle on the
driver's side.
[FV03850( GV)05/94]
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The keyless entry buttons
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[FV03900( BCGV)04/95]
When you bought your vehicle, you were given
a computer code that operates the system for
your vehicle. For your convenience, we have
duplicated this code in three places.
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[FV03900( BCGV)04/95]
When you bought your vehicle, you were given
a computer code that operates the system for
your vehicle. For your convenience, we have
duplicated this code in three places.](/manual-img/33/10922/w960_10922-128.png)
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[FV03900( BCGV)04/95]
When you bought your vehicle, you were given
a computer code that operates the system for
your vehicle. For your convenience, we have
duplicated this code in three places.
*
[FV04000( BCGV)02/95]
The code is:
*
[FV04100( BCGV)02/95]
q
on your owner's wallet card found in the
glove compartment
[FV04400( BCGV)02/95]
q
taped to the underside of the trunk lid
[FV04800( GV)10/94]
q
taped to the computer module behind the
driver's door trim panel.
[FV04925( BCGV)05/95]
When you use this entry system, the illuminated
entry system turns on the interior lights for 25
seconds and the buttons on the keypad light up.
Do not push the buttons with a key, ballpoint
pen, pencil, or any other hard object. These
objects could damage the buttons.
%*
[FV04950( BCGV)02/95]
Unlocking the doors with the keyless entry
system
[FV05000( BCGV)02/95]
You must unlock the driver's door before you
unlock any of the other doors or trunk. If you
let more than five seconds pass between pressing
numbers, the system shuts down, and you have
to enter the code again. The system has shut
down if the keypad light is out. If the keyless
entry system does not work properly, use the
key or transmitter(s) to lock and unlock the
doors or unlock the trunk.
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[FV05100( BCGV)02/95]
1. To unlock the driver's door, enter the factory
code or your personal code. All codes have
five numbers. After you press the fifth
number, the driver's door unlocks.
[FV05140( GV)03/92]
2. To unlock the passenger's doors, press the
3/4 button within five seconds of unlocking
the driver's door or trunk, or re-enter the
code to open the driver's door, then press
3/4.
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[FV05320( GV)01/95]
3. To unlock the trunk, press the 5/6 button
within five seconds of unlocking the drivers
or passengers doors, or re-enter the code to
open the drivers door, then press 5/ Mercury Grand Marquis 1996 Owners Manuals 127
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[FV05320( GV)01/95]
3. To unlock the trunk, press the 5/6 button
within five seconds of unlocking the drivers
or passengers doors, or re-enter the code to
open the drivers door, then press 5/](/manual-img/33/10922/w960_10922-129.png)
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[FV05320( GV)01/95]
3. To unlock the trunk, press the 5/6 button
within five seconds of unlocking the driver's
or passenger's doors, or re-enter the code to
open the driver's door, then press 5/6.
[FV05350( GV)06/93]
As long as the driver's door has been unlocked
first, you can open the passenger's doors or the
trunk in any order.
*
[FV05400( BCGV)02/95]
Locking the doors with the keyless entry
system
*
[FV05500( BCGV)02/95]
Along with unlocking your doors, you can use
the keyless entry system to lock the doors. You
can also use the Autolock feature to
automatically lock the doors after you get in the
vehicle.
[FV05600( BCGV)05/94]
To lock all of the vehicle's doors at the same
time, press 7/8 and 9/0 at the same time. It is
not necessary to first enter the keypad code.
% [FV05611( BCGV)02/95]
Autolock (With Keyless Entry if Equipped)
*
[FV05621( BCGV)02/95]
The Autolock feature will automatically lock all
the doors when:
[FV05631( BCGV)02/95]
q
the vehicle doors are fully closed
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[FV05641( BCGV)02/95]
q
the ignition key is turned to the ON position
[FV05650( BCGV)02/95]
q
someone is sitting in the driver's seat or a
heavy object is placed on the seat, and
[FV05680( GV)10/94]
q
the vehicle is in any forward or reverse gear.
*
[FV05701( BCGV)02/95]
The Autolock feature will repeat when:
*
[FV05750( BCGV)02/95]
q
the ignition key remains in the ON position
[FV05825( GV)10/94]
q
someone remains sitting in the driver's seat
or a heavy object is on the seat,
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[FV05865( GV)08/94]
q
a door is opened and then closed, and
[FV05880( GV)10/94]
q
the vehicle is in any forward or reverse gear.
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