1996 Mercury Mercury Cougar key

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[RE13500(MBC )03/95]
Replacing the anti-theft lug nut
*
[RE13600(MBC )03/95]
Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Place the
lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and, while
applying pressure on the key, install the lug nut.
*
[RE13800( ALL)02/95]
If the Engine Cranks But Does
Not Start or Does Not Start After
a Collision
*
[RE13810( ALL)04/95]
The Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch
*
[RE13900( ALL)03/95]
If the engine cranks but does not start or if you
have had a collision, the fuel pump shut-off
switch may have been triggered. The shut-off
switch is a device that stops the fuel pump
when your vehicle has been involved in a
substantial jolt.
*
[RE14000( ALL)01/95]
For information on how to check and reset the
fuel pump shut-off switch, seeFuel pump shut-off
switchin the Index.
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*
[RE14100( ALL)05/95]
Towing Your Vehicle
*
[RE14201( ALL)05/95]
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact
a professional towing service or, if you are a
member, your roadside assistance center.
Recommended towing options include wheel lift
towing or flat bed towing.
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[SV01850(MBC )05/95]
RWARNING
The cooling fan is automatic and may
come on at any time. Always disconnect
the negative terminal of the battery before
working near the fan.
*
[SV01900( ALL)03/95]
q
If you must work with the engine running,
avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that
could get caught in moving parts. Take
appropriate precautions with long hair.
*
[SV02000( ALL)01/95]
q
Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed
space with the engine running, unless you are
sure you have enough ventilation.
*
[SV02100( ALL)01/95]
q
Never get under a vehicle while it is
supported by a jack only. If you must work
under a vehicle, use safety stands.
*
[SV02200( ALL)01/95]
q
Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking
materials away from the battery and all
fuel-related parts.
*
[SV02600(MBC )03/95]
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle
will drive properly. To find out how the engine
does this, seeBatteryin this chapter.
*
[SV02800( ALL)03/95]
Working with the engine off:
*
[SV03000( BCGV)03/95]
1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in
P (Park).
*
[SV03100( ALL)03/95]
2. Remove the key from the ignition after you
turn the engine off.
*
[SV03150( ALL)03/95]
3. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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Index 313
Index
A
ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)....... 58
Accessory position on the ignition..... 45
Additives, engine oil.......... 241
Air bag supplemental restraint system
description............... 18
disposal................ 25
driver air bag............. 18
indicator light............. 60
operation............... 21
proper seating............. 19
tone generator............. 25
wearing safety belts........... 18
Air cleaner filter, location........ 231
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system......... 74
semi-automatic temperature
control system............ 77
Alarm, activating remote personal.... 112
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 244
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 174
see also Brake............ 173
warning light.............. 58
Anti-theft lug nuts and key....... 202
Anti-theft system
arming the system.......... 106
description.............. 104
disarming an untriggered system.... 108
disarming a triggered system..... 109
triggering.............. 108
Assistance (see Customer assistance) . . . 205
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316 Index
Chime
key in ignition............. 46
safety belt............... 59
Circuit breakers
checking and replacing........ 278
see also fuses............. 269
Cleaning your vehicle
chrome and aluminum parts....... 6
engine compartment.......... 234
exterior................ 5
exterior lamps............. 84
fabric................ 123
headlamps............... 84
instrument panel............ 74
instrument panel lens.......... 90
interior lamps.............. 89
mirrors................ 124
plastic parts.............. 6
polishing................ 6
rustproofing.............. 6
safety belts............... 18
tail lamps............... 84
upholstery and interior trim...... 123
washing................ 5
wheels................ 261
Climate control system
air conditioning........... 74,77
heating............... 74,77
Clock................... 89
Cold engine starting............ 48
Compact disc radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 132
Console, description........... 127
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding......... 244
drain and flush............ 248
preparing for storage......... 295
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322 Index
I
Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) . . . 208
Idle
relearning.............. 252
speed................. 49
Ignition
chime................. 46
positions of the ignition......... 45
removing the key............ 46
Indicator lamp module........... 71
Infant seats (see Safety seats)........ 27
Instrument cluster, mechanical....... 56
Instrument panel
cleaning................ 90
lighting up panel and interior...... 86
location of components......... 73
Interval wipers.............. 93
J
Jack
operation............... 197
positioning.............. 199
Jump-starting your vehicle
attaching cables............ 189
disconnecting cables.......... 192
K
Keys
key in ignition chime.......... 46
positions of the ignition......... 45
removing from the ignition....... 46
stuck in lock position.......... 46
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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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330 Index
W
Warm engine, starting........... 48
Warning chimes
key in ignition............. 46
safety belt............... 59
Warranties, radio............ 164
Warranty Information Booklet....... 3
Washer fluid
reservoir............... 253
warning light.............. 72
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)...... 179
Wheels
anti-theft lugnuts........... 202
cleaning............... 261
covers................ 201
inspection and maintenance...... 255
ornaments.............. 200
Windows
power windows, operating....... 114
rear, defrosting............. 81
Windshield washer fluid and wipers
checking and adding fluid....... 253
checking and replacing wiper blades . . 254
low washer fluid light.......... 72
operation................ 92
reservoir............... 253
specifications............. 253
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