1996 Mercury Villager warning lights

Warning Lights and Gauges
87
[LG12600(ALL)01/93]
TO EMPTY
[LG12700(ALL)01/93]
The Distance to Empty function tells you approximately how
many miles or kilometers you can drive until you run out of
fuel.
[LG12800(ALL)01/93]
To see the Distance to Empty, press the SELECT button until
the menu displays TO EMPTY. The fuel computer displays
approximate distance to empty until you select another function.
[LG12900(ALL)07/94]
To ensure accuracy, turn the ignition to the OFF position when
you fill the fuel tank.
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Instrument Panel Controls
115
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[IP13300(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
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.
*
[IP13400(ALL)01/93]
Lighting Up the Instrument Panel
[IP13500(ALL)01/93]
The instrument panel lights can be turned on by turning the
headlamp control knob to either the first or second position.
You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights with the
DIM switch. The DIM switch is located near the headlamp
controls.
[IP13600(ALL)01/93]
Pushing and holding the right side of the switch will continue
to brighten the lights until the maximum brightness is reached.
Release the switch to maintain the desired brightness. The DIM
feature works similarly to dim the instrument panel lights when
the left side of the switch is pushed.
[IP13700(ALL)06/94]
7-1/2 pica art:0040076-B
The instrument panel brightness control
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Roadside Emergencies
[RE00700(ALL)03/94]
Jump-Starting Your Battery
*
[RE00800(ALL)01/93]
Your vehicle's battery may discharge if you leave the lights or
any electrical equipment on after you turn the engine off. If this
happens, you may be able to jump-start from a booster battery
to start your vehicle.
*
[RE00900(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to
flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result
in injury or vehicle damage.
*
[RE01000(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
To protect yourself when charging a battery, always
shield your face and eyes. Make sure that you can
breathe fresh air.
%*
[RE01100(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Applying too much pressure on the ends when lifting a
battery could cause acid to spill. Lift the battery with a
carrier or with your hands on the opposite corners.
%*
[RE01200(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes,
and clothing.
*
[RE01210(ALL)06/95]
If the acid touches someone's skin, eyes, or clothing,
immediately flush the area with water for at least 15 minutes. If
someone swallows the acid, have him or her drink lots of milk
or water first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or vegetable
oil. Call a doctor immediately.
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%*
[RE01300(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes,
and clothing.
*
[RE01400(ALL)03/95]
To avoid damaging your vehicle or your battery, and to avoid
injury to yourself, follow these directions for preparing your
vehicle to jump-start and connecting the jumper cables in the
order they are given. If in doubt, call for road service.
*
[RE01500(ALL)03/95]
Preparing Your Vehicle
*
[RE01600(ALL)03/95]1.
Your vehicle has a 12-volt starting system, so you need to
use a 12-volt jumper system. You will damage your starting
motor, ignition system, and other electrical parts if you
connect them to a 24-volt power supply (either two 12-volt
batteries in series or a 24-volt generator set).
*
[RE01700(ALL)03/95]2.
Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle. You
could damage the vehicle's electrical system.
*
[RE01800(ALL)04/95]3.
Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled
vehicle.Make sure the vehicles do not touch each other.Set
the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the
engine cooling fan and other moving parts.
*
[RE01900(ALL)03/95]4.
Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive
corrosion before you attach the jumper cables.
*
[RE02000(ALL)01/93]5.
Turn on the heater blower in both vehicles. Turn off all other
switches and lights in both vehicles to prevent possible
damage to either vehicle's electrical systems.
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Servicing Your Villager
333
[SV32200(ALL)09/93]
10-1/2 pica
art:0040202-B
Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick
%*
[SV32300(ALL)01/95]
Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid
*
[SV32400(ALL)04/95]
The fluid type is stamped on the dipstick. Before adding any
fluid, be sure that the correct type will be used.
*
[SV32500(ALL)06/95]
Add fluid in 1/2 pint (0.25 liter) increments through the filler
tube to bring the level to the correct area on the dipstick. If an
overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by a qualified
technician.
%*
[SV32600(ALL)05/96]
NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a
responsible manner. Follow your community's
standards for disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out about recycling
automotive fluids.
*
[SV32700(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Always use Motorcraft MERCONHor equivalent
MERCONHautomatic transaxle fluid when you refill
your automatic transaxle fluid.
%*
[SV32800(ALL)02/95]
Brake Fluid
*
[SV32900(ALL)05/90]
Your vehicle is equipped with a brake fluid level indicator in
the master cylinder which lights the BRAKE warning light on
the instrument panel when the brake fluid level is low.
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394
H
Hazard flashers.................... 112
Headlamps
aiming....................... 348
bulb specification.................. 355
checking alignment................. 348
cleaning...................... 114
daytime running lights............... 114
high beam..................... 124
replacing bulbs................... 348
warning chime.................... 77
Head restraints.................... 159
Heating, manual heating and air conditioning system.... 91
High beams
indicator light.................... 77
operation...................... 124
Hitch......................... 250
Hood
latch location.................... 298
lubrication specifications............... 368
release lever.................... 298
working under the hood............... 296
I
Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN)........277, 283
Idle
relearning...................259, 296
speed........................ 62
Ignition
chime........................ 58
positions of the ignition................ 57
removing the key................... 58
Infant seats (see Safety seats)............... 31
Instrument cluster.................... 67
electronic....................... 81
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396
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag........................ 71
anti-lock brakes (ABS)................. 70
brake........................ 69
charging system................... 73
check engine..................... 72
door ajar....................... 74
engine oil pressure.................. 73
hazard warning light................ 112
high beam...................... 77
low fuel....................... 76
oil pressure...................... 73
rear ABS....................... 70
safety belt...................... 70
turn signal indicator................. 123
Load limits
GAWR....................... 241
GVWR....................... 241
trailer towing.................... 249
Lubricant specifications................ 368
Luggage rack..................... 173
Lug nuts
anti-theft...................... 267
tightening sequence................. 271
M
Maintenance (see Servicing).............. 295
Map pockets..................... 166
Master cylinder, brakes................ 333
Mileage, calculating fuel economy............ 308
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview mirror......... 139
dual electric remote control............. 170
rearview...................... 169
side view mirrors (manual)............. 170
side view mirrors (power).............. 170
Motorcraft parts.................... 367
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402
U
Used engine oil, disposal..............296, 333
V
Variable interval wipers................ 125
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)........277, 283
Vehicle loading, calculating the load.......... 247
Vehicle storage.................... 369
Ventilating your vehicle (see Climate control)....... 91
Viscosity (see Engine oil)................ 310
Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge)........... 73
W
Warning chimes
headlamps on.................... 77
key in ignition.................... 58
safety belt...................... 70
Warning lights (see Lights)................ 67
Warranties, radio................... 228
Warranty Information Booklet.............. 4
Washer fluid
rear window reservoir................ 319
reservoir...................... 319
windshield..................... 319
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)............. 241
Wheel and tire matching................ 325
Wheel bearings lubricant specifications......... 368
Wheel dollies (see Towing)............... 273
Wheels........................ 325
anti-theft lugnuts.................. 267
cleaning...................... 329
inspection and maintenance............. 322
lug nuts...................... 263
replacement.................... 325
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