1996 Mercury Mercury Cougar trunk

195 %
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[RE05500( ALL)03/95]
Spare Tire Location
[RE05600( ALL)11/90]
The spare is stored in the trunk.
[RE05900( BC )11/93]
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The spare tire location
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[RE06500( ALL)02/95]
To remove the spare tire:
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[RE06600( BC )01/95]
1. Remove the spare tire cover.
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[RE06700( BC )01/95]
2. Unscrew the wing-nut holding down the
spare tire.
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[RE06750( BC )01/95]
NOTE: Wing-nut is not removable.
[RE06800( BC )12/91]
3. Lift out the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench.
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[RE08980( ALL)01/95]
6. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug
nuts in the order shown in the following
illustration. As soon as possible, have your
dealer or a qualified service technician check
the lug nuts for proper torque specifications.
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The lug nuts on the wheel
[RE09400( ALL)01/95]
7. Place any wheel covers and ornaments in the
trunk.
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[RE09500( ALL)03/95]
8. Put the tire, jack, and wrench away. Make
sure the jack is securely fastened so it does
not rattle when you drive.
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[RE09600( ALL)03/95]
9. Unblock the wheels.
% [RE10600(MBC )12/94]
Aluminum Road Wheel Ornaments
(If equipped)
[RE10700(MBC )03/93]
To remove the ornament, stick the tapered end
of the jack handle between the ornament and
wheel and pry off the ornament.
[RE10800(MBC )03/93]
To replace the ornament, stick one side of the
ornament into the center of the wheel and strike
the other side with the palm of your hand.
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Body
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[SV57700( ALL)01/95]
q
Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt,
grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior surfaces,
rear wheel housing and underside of front
fenders.
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[SV57800( ALL)01/95]
q
Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed
locations.
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[SV57900( ALL)01/95]
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Touch-up raw or primed metal to prevent
rust.
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[SV58000( ALL)01/95]
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Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a
thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the
vehicle is washed.
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[SV58100( ALL)04/95]
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Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges
and latches with a light grade oil.
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[SV58200( ALL)01/95]
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Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading.
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[SV58300( ALL)01/95]
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Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
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[SV58350( ALL)01/95]
Engine
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[SV58400( ALL)01/95]
q
Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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[SV58500( ALL)01/95]
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With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
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[SV58600( ALL)01/95]
Fuel system
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[SV58700( ALL)07/94]
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Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
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[SV58900( ALL)03/95]
NOTE: During extended periods of vehicle
storage (60 days or more), fuel may
deteriorate due to oxidation. This can
damage rubber and other polymers in
the fuel system and may also clog
small orifices.
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Index 325
P
Panic alarm feature,
remote entry system......... 112
Parking brake
operation.............. 175
warning light.............. 57
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 291
PCV valve, specifications........ 291
Phone, cellular.............. 90
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 269
Power door locks............ 101
Power features
door locks.............. 102
mirrors............... 124
moon roof.............. 115
seats................. 121
windows............... 114
Power steering
dipstick............... 266
driving with power steering...... 173
fluid, checking and adding...... 265
fluid, refill capacity.......... 290
fluid, specifications.......... 292
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems) . . . 131
Rear window, defroster.......... 81
Refill capacities for fluids........ 290
Relays................. 269
Remote control, trunk.......... 128
Remote entry system
locking/unlocking doors....... 111
opening the trunk.......... 111
panic alarm............. 112
replacement/additional transmitters . . 113
replacing the batteries......... 112
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Index 329
Transmission
automatic operation.......... 165
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic)............ 261
fluid, refill capacities......... 290
lubricant specifications........ 292
Transmission control switch....... 168
Transmitter (see Remote entry)...... 110
Trip odometer.............. 68
Trunk
remote release lever.......... 128
using the keys to open........ 128
using the remote entry system
to open.............. 111
Tune-up specifications (VECI)...... 287
Turn signal
indicator lights............. 65
lever................. 91
U
Used engine oil, disposal........ 243
V
Vanity mirror.............. 126
Variable interval wipers.......... 93
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information)
decal................ 287
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 208
Vehicle loading
automatic transmissions........ 179
calculating the load.......... 180
Vehicle storage............. 293
Ventilating your vehicle
(see Climate control)........ 76,80
Viscosity (see Engine oil)........ 241
Visor (see Sun visor).......... 126
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