1996 Mercury Villager warning light

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
*
[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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Features
153
[FV08670(ALL)06/95]
Opening the Liftgate Window (If equipped)
[FV08700(ALL)07/95]
To open the liftgate window only, turn the key clockwise. The
window unlatches and the rear wiper falls out of the way. Do
not force the wiper down by hand Ð it moves when the key is
turned. To close, push downward until it latches.
[FV08800(ALL)09/93]
13-1/2 pica
art:0040098-A
The liftgate window in the open position
[FV08900(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
Never drive the vehicle with the liftgate window open.
Dangerous exhaust fumes can be drawn into the vehicle
with the window raised and the vehicle moving.
[FV09000(ALL)01/93]
Closing the Liftgate
[FV09100(ALL)01/93]
To close the liftgate, reach up and pull the handle on the inner
trim panel downward.
[FV09200(ALL)01/93]
When you have pulled down the liftgate enough so that you
can reach the license plate light shield, push the shield down
and forward to close the liftgate. At this point, the liftgate is not
locked.
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Features
169
[FV17200(ALL)01/93]
Rear Seat Cupholders (available on some models)
[FV17300(ALL)04/94]
Your vehicle may also have rear seat cupholders built into the
side panels.
[FV17400(ALL)04/94]
RWARNING
Objects stored on the ledges below the rear side
windows can become dangerous projectiles during a
sudden stop or collision. Put small objects only in the
storage compartments.
[FV17425(ALL)06/95]
Third Row Seat Storage Compartment (If equipped)
[FV17450(ALL)06/95]
Your vehicle may come equipped with a folding
cupholder/storage tray/storage compartment built into the
passenger's side of the third row seat. Find the indented ledge
on the right of the cupholder and pull it up to reveal the
storage compartment.
[FV17460(ALL)06/95]
Power Point Electrical Outlet (If equipped)
[FV17470(ALL)06/95]
Your vehicle may be equipped with a 12 volt power point
outlet located just below the rear seat audio controls. The power
point can be used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional
electrical accessories.
[FV17480(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: Do not plug the cigarette lighter into the power point
electrical outlet. Use the cigarette lighter.
*
[FV17500(ALL)01/95]
Mirrors
*
[FV17600(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Make sure you can see clearly through the rearview
mirror at all times. Do not allow anything to block your
vision. If you can't see through the mirror, you could be
involved in an accident and injure yourself or others.
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184
[RR04500(ALL)01/93]
If you decide to move the three-passenger bench seat forward to
the second row position, passengers riding in the seat will use
the second row safety belts.
[RR04600(ALL)04/95]
Installing the Two-Passenger Bench Seat
[RR04700(ALL)01/93]
To replace the bench seat in its original position:
[RR04800(ALL)06/95]1.
Make sure the area around the floor anchor positions is free
from obstruction.
[RR04900(ALL)01/93]2.
With the seatback folded down, two people should lift the
seat into the vehicle.
[RR05000(ALL)01/93]3.
Place the seat slightly behind the floor anchor positions and
catch the rear leg anchors into each anchor position.
[RR05100(ALL)01/93]4.
Press down on the front of the seat to secure the front legs
to the two floor latch locks. Place the seatback in the upright
position.
[RR05200(ALL)01/93]5.
Try to move the seat to be sure that it is securely fastened.
[RR05300(ALL)01/93]6.
Always reattach the tongue into the auxiliary buckle
mounted to the side of the seat.
[RR05400(ALL)01/93]
Labels have been provided on the side of the seat to remind
you of important safety precautions.
[RR05700(ALL)01/93]7.
Replace any floor mats that were removed.
[RR05800(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
Keep foreign objects out of the floor anchors. Objects in
the floor anchors could prevent front and rear seat legs
from engaging properly.
[RR05900(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
Before sitting in the removable seats, make sure that the
seat legs are securely attached by the floor anchors.
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[RR08000(ALL)01/93]
Installing the Removable Bucket Seats
[RR08100(ALL)01/93]
To position the bucket seats back in their original positions:
[RR08200(ALL)06/95]1.
Make sure the area around the floor anchor positions is free
from obstruction.
[RR08300(ALL)01/93]2.
With the seatback folded down, two people should lift the
seat into the vehicle.
[RR08400(ALL)01/93]3.
Place the seat slightly behind the floor anchor positions and
catch the rear leg anchors into each anchor position.
[RR08500(ALL)01/93]4.
Press down on the front of the seat to secure the front legs
to the two floor latch locks. Place the seatback in the upright
position.
[RR08600(ALL)01/93]5.
Try to move the seat to be sure that it is securely fastened.
[RR08650(ALL)06/95]6.
Replace any floor mats that were removed.
[RR08700(ALL)01/93]
Labels have been provided on the side of the seats to remind
you of important safety precautions.
[RR09000(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
Keep foreign objects out of the floor anchors. Objects in
the floor anchors could prevent front and rear seat legs
from engaging properly.
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[AS32100(ALL)06/95]
How to Take Care of and Clean Your CD Changer and
Discs
[AS32220(ALL)06/95]
To ensure the continued performance of your Ford Compact
Disc Changer, carefully read the following precautions:
*
[AS32230(ALL)04/95]
n
Always handle the disc by its edge. Never touch the playing
surface.
*
[AS32240(ALL)04/95]
n
Before playing, inspect the disc for any contamination. If
needed, clean the disc with an approved disc cleaner, such as
the DiscwasherHCompact Disc Cleaner or the Allsop 3H
Compact Disc Cleaner, by wiping from the center out to the
edges.Do not use a circular motion to clean.
*
[AS32250(ALL)04/95]
n
Do not clean discs with solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended
for analog records.
*
[AS32260(ALL)04/95]
n
Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources
such as defroster and floor heating ducts. Do not leave any
discs in a parked car in direct sunlight where there may be a
considerable rise in temperature or damage may result.
*
[AS32270(ALL)04/95]
n
After playing, store the disc in its case.
[AS32280(ALL)06/95]
n
If a disc has already been inserted, do not try to insert
another disc. Doing so may damage the disc changer.
[AS32290(ALL)06/95]
n
Do not insert anything other than a disc into the disc
changer.
*
[AS32295(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The laser beam used in the compact disc player is
harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the
case.
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Driving Your Villager
233
[DR04320(ALL)06/95]
N (Neutral)
*
[DR04340(ALL)06/95]
In N (Neutral), the wheels of the transaxle are not locked. Your
vehicle will roll freely, even on the slightest incline, unless the
parking brake or brakes are on.
*
[DR04400(ALL)06/92]
Parking
*
[DR04500(ALL)06/95]
Always come to a complete stop before you shift into P (Park).
This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels
from turning. To securely latch the gearshift in the P (Park)
position, pull it toward you, push it completely
counterclockwise against the stop, and then push it toward the
instrument panel.
[DR04600(ALL)01/93]
The gearshift is securely latched in Park (P) if you cannot rotate
it in a clockwise direction without lifting it toward you.
*
[DR04700(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
*
[DR04800(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running.
*
[DR05000(ALL)06/94]
Forced Downshifts
[DR05100(ALL)01/93]
To gain extra acceleration in Drive (D) (when passing another
vehicle) push the accelerator to the floor. The transaxle will
automatically downshift to the appropriate gear - third, second
or first.
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Update:Tue Jun 4 11:42:50 1996