1996 Mercury Mystique steering

Instrument Panel Controls
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Daytime Running Light System
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(Canadian vehicles only)
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The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system is designed to turn
the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced light output and
without illuminating the high beam indicator lamp in the
instrument panel. The DRL system operates when all of the
following conditions are met:
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The vehicle is ªrunning.º
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The headlamp system is in the OFF position.
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The high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster will not
be on.
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A flashing high beam light in the instrument cluster indicates a
failure in the DRL system circuit, like a burnt bulb or fuse.
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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.
[IP25700(ALL)06/95]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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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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Lighting Up the Interior and Instrument Panel
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When either front door is opened, the footwell lights and the
door courtesy lights come on.
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The instrument panel lights, window control lights and door
handle lights come on whenever the headlamp switch is turned
from the OFF position. To dim the instrument panel lights, use
the thumbwheel on the instrument panel to the right of the
steering wheel.
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Steering Column Controls
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The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to
give you easy access to the controls while you are driving.
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The Turn Signal Lever
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You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering
column to:
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operate the turn signals and cornering lamps
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turn the high beams on/off
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flash the lamps
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Turn Signals
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The turn signal lever
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Move the lever up to signal a right turn. Move it down to
signal a left turn. The corresponding indicator light in the
instrument cluster will flash.
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If the turn signal stays on after you turn, move the lever back
to the center (off) position.
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For lane changes, move the lever far enough to signal but not to
latch. The lever will return to the off position when you release
it.
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Windshield Washer
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When the lever is pulled to activate the windshield washer, the
wipers operate for about three cycles after the spray stops.
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Washing the windshield
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Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid
container is empty or activate the washers at any time for more
than 15 seconds continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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In freezing weather, the washer solution may freeze on
the windshield and obscure your vision. Always warm
up the windshield with the defroster before you use the
washer fluid. If you cannot see through the windshield
clearly, it can increase the risk of being involved in a
collision.
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For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing
your windshield wiper blades, seeWindshield washer fluid and
Wipersin the Index.
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Hazard Flasher
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The hazard flasher serves as a warning to other drivers to be
careful when approaching or passing your vehicle.
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Using the hazard flasher switch
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The flashers work whether your vehicle is running or not. The
flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully
charged and in good condition without draining the battery
excessively. If the flashers run for longer than two hours or if
the battery is not fully charged, the battery can be drained.
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Horn
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To sound the horn, push the pad in the center of the steering
wheel. Check the horn regularly to be sure it operates properly.
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Steering Column Controls
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Speed Control (If equipped)
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If your vehicle has speed control, you can automatically
maintain a constant speed at or above 30 mph (50 km/h).
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Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) or in Canada the Canadian
Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved
may cause the speed control to malfunction. Therefore, use only
properly installed FCC (CRTC in Canada) approved radio
transmitting equipment in your vehicle.
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NOTE: Do not shift to N (Neutral) when using the speed
control. This will cause the engine to overspeed.
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Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads
that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.
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The speed control switches on the steering wheel
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NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic
transaxle, and if your speed increases above your set
speed while driving in Overdrive on a downhill
grade, you may want to turn the Overdrive off and
use Drive. You may turn the Overdrive off by
pressing the Transaxle Control Switch on the left side
of the gearshift lever. This will reduce vehicle speed
if it goes above your set speed on a downhill grade.
For the best fuel economy during normal driving
conditions, leave the vehicle in Overdrive, or resume
as soon as possible.
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NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a 5-speed manual
transaxle, and if your speed increases above your set
speed while driving in 5 (Fifth) gear on a downhill
grade, you may want to shift to 4 (Fourth) gear to
reduce vehicle speed. Depressing the clutch pedal
cancels speed control, therefore speed control must be
reset by pressing the SET/ACC or RES buttons. Speed
control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it goes
above your set speed on a downhill grade.
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Speed control is cancelled when Traction Control (if equipped)
becomes active.
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To Cancel Speed Control
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Speed control can be cancelled at any time by pressing the
brake pedal slightly. After cancelling, you can return to the
speed you set by pressing the RES switch, or set a new speed
by pressing the SET ACC or COAST switch.
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Cancelling and Resuming a Set Speed
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If you press the brake pedal, the speed control is suspended.
You can return to the set speed by pressing the RES switch, as
long as you did not press the OFF switch. You must be driving
at least 30 mph (50 km/h).
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Your vehicle will gradually return to the previously set speed
and then maintain it.
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To Turn Off the Speed Control System
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Press the OFF switch.
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In addition, the speed control is turned off each time you turn
the vehicle off.
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Features
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Mirrors
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Side View Mirrors
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The standard side view mirrors are manually adjusted by using
the remote knobs. The knob on each door adjusts the mirror on
that side of the vehicle. Move the control knob in the direction
you want to move the mirror.
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The left side mirror control (right side similar)
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Dual electric remote control mirrors (if equipped)
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The control for adjusting the electric side view mirrors is on the
instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel.
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