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Function/Status Error MessagesFor some functions displayed by the Message
Center, there will be error messages displayed,
instead of the requested information, if that
information is not currently available because of
improper operation of sensor systems, or the vehicle
network communication between electronic
modules. In this case instead of displaying a
warning message which takes control of the display,
a function/status error message will be displayed
when the affected function is requested. These
messages will have 2 formats:
1. Data error messages in the form ªDATA
ERRORº or ªDATA ERRº. These messages
indicate improper operation of the vehicle
network communication between electronics
modules. If these messages occur on a regular
basis contact your dealer for service as soon as
safely possible.2. Invalid sensor operation messages with the form
ªSENSOR OPENº or ªSENSOR SHORTº. These
messages indicate improper operation of vehicle
sensor systems, or vehicle wiring/connectors
between the sensors and Message Center. If
these messages occur on a regular basis contact
your dealer for service as soon as safely
possible.
Electronic CompassThe electronic compass will be displayed when the
COMPASS switch is pressed. The display shows the
direction your car is traveling as one of the
following directions: North, Northeast, East,
Southeast, South, Southwest, West, or Northwest.
If a warning becomes active, the warning message
will override the compass display.
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and the electrical wiring which connects the
components.
The diagnostic module monitors its own circuits,
the air bag electrical system, the air bag readiness
light, the air bag power, and the air bag inflators.
Determining if System Is OperationalThe Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System uses a
readiness light and a tone to indicate the condition
of the system. The readiness light is in the
instrument cluster. When you turn the ignition key
to ON, this light will illuminate for approximately
six (6) seconds and then turn off. This indicates
that the system is operating normally. NOTE:
Routine maintenance of the air bag system is not
required.A problem with the system is indicated by one or
more of the following:
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the readiness light will either flash or stay lit,
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the readiness light will not light immediately
after ignition is turned on,
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a group of five beeps will be heard. The tone
pattern will repeat periodically until the problem
and light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently,
have the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System
serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer
immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not
function properly in the event of a collision.
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5. Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel.
If you see or smell fuel, do not start your
vehicle again.If you do not see or smell fuel,
you can try to start your vehicle again.FusesFuses (miniature and high current) protect your
vehicle's wiring system from overloading. If
electrical parts in your vehicle are not working, the
system may have been overloaded and blown a
fuse. Before you replace or repair any electrical
parts, check the appropriate fuses (miniature and
high current).
The following charts tell you which fuses or circuit
breakers protect the wiring for each electrical part
of your vehicle. If a fuse blows or a circuit breaker
opens a circuit,allthe parts of your vehicle that
use that circuit will not work.
Once you have determined which fuses to check,
follow the procedures underChecking and
replacing fusesin this chapter.The instrument panel fuse panel location
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High Current FusesHigh current fuses are circuit protectors that are
part of the wiring harness for some electrical
equipment. These, like fuses, open when the circuit
load exceeds their amperage rating. High current
fuses may be purchased from your Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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Headlamp bulb removalRemoving the high beam headlamp bulb1. Make sure that the headlamp switch is in the
OFF position.
2. Lift the hood, remove the sight shield above
the headlamp and find the bulb in the
headlamp socket.3. Remove the high beam dust cap by rotating
counterclockwise 1/4 turn. Pull back to
exposes wiring and connector.
4. Remove the bulb connector by pulling rearward
to free it from the lamp assembly.
5. Remove the electrical connector by pulling off
the bulb base.
Installing the high beam headlamp bulb1. Push the electrical connector into the rear of
the plastic base of the bulb until it snaps,
locking it into position.
2. Insert the glass envelope of the bulb into the
lamp assembly socket while aligning the locking
tabs.
3. Rotate the bulb 1/4 turn to lock.
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