1996 Mercury Grand Marquis ignition

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[LG54590( GV)01/95]
This light comes on briefly when you turn the
ignition key to ON, but it normally goes off
shortly after the engine starts and you release
the parking brake. If the light stays on or comes
on after you have released the parking brake
fully, have the hydraulic brake system serviced.
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[LG55000( GV)05/95]
RWARNING
The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes
may not be working properly. Have the
brakes checked immediately.
% [LG55100( GV)05/94]
Hazard Warning Light
[LG55200( GV)05/94]
The hazard warning light will blink on and off
continuously when you use the hazard flasher.
See Using the Hazard Flasher in theSteering
Column Controlssection.
[LG55300( GV)05/94]
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[IP20600( GV)02/95]
If the EATC is turned OFF while the outside
temperature is displayed, the temperature will
continue to be displayed. Press the OUTSIDE
TEMP button to clear the display window. When
the ignition key is turned OFF the display will
be blank (dark).
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[IP20700( GV)01/95]
NOTE: The outside temperature reading is
most accurate when the vehicle is
moving. Higher readings may be
obtained when the vehicle is not
moving. The readings that you get may
not agree with temperatures given on
the radio due to differences in vehicle
and station locations.
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[IP20800( GV)04/95]
Operating tips
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[IP20900( GV)04/95]
The following tips will help you to get the most
satisfaction from your Electronic Automatic
Temperature Control system.
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[IP21000( GV)02/95]
q
In humid weather, select DEFVbefore
starting your engine. This will help to
prevent windshield fogging. After a few
minutes of operation, switch to AUTOMATIC
or an override selection of your choice.
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[IP21100( GV)04/95]
q
To prevent humidity buildup inside your
vehicle, always drive with the EATC System
turned on.
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[IP21200( GV)03/95]
q
Do not put objects under the front seats that
interfere with the flow of air to the back seat
area.
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[IP21300( GV)04/95]
q
Remove any snow, ice, or leaves from the air
intake area of your EATC System which
could block the air intake. The intake area is
located at the bottom of the windshield,
under the hood at the passenger side rear
corner.
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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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[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]
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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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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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[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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[SC12800( ALL)03/95]
Cancelling and Resuming a Set Speed
[SC13000( BCGV)03/95]
If you press the brake pedal, speed control is
suspended. You can return to the set speed by
pressing the RESUME switch, as long as you did
not press the OFF switch. You must be driving
at least 30 mph (48 km/h).
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[SC13400( ALL)03/95]
Your vehicle will gradually return to the
previously set speed and then maintain it.
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[SC13501( ALL)01/95]
To Turn Speed Control Off
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[SC13601( ALL)04/95]
Press the OFF switch.
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[SC13701( ALL)01/95]
Speed control is also turned OFF each time the
vehicle ignition is shut off.
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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.
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[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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