1997 Mercury Grand Marquis light

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[MC48700( ALL)04/96]
Cleaning Your Vehicle
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[MC48800( ALL)01/96]
Pollen, bird droppings and tree sap can damage
the paint, especially in hot weather. Wash your
vehicle as often as necessary to keep it clean.
*
[MC48900( ALL)01/96]
Take similar precautions if your vehicle is
exposed to chemical industrial fallout.
*
[MC49000( ALL)01/96]
Paint damage resulting from fallout is not
related to a defect in paint materials or
workmanship and therefore is not covered by
warranty. Ford, however, believes that continual
improvement in customer satisfaction is a high
priority. For this reason, Ford has authorized its
dealers to repair, at no charge to the owner, the
surfaces of new vehicles damaged by
environmental fallout within 12 months or 12,000
miles (20,000 km) of purchase, whichever comes
first. Customers may be required to bring their
vehicle in for inspection by a Ford
representative.
%*
[MC49100( ALL)01/96]
Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle
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[MC49200( ALL)01/96]
Wash the outside of your vehicle, including the
underside, with a mild detergent.
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[MC49300( ALL)01/96]
DO NOT:
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[MC49400( ALL)01/96]
q
Wash your vehicle with hot water
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[MC49500( ALL)01/96]
q
Wash your vehicle while it sits in direct
sunlight
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[MC49600( ALL)01/96]
q
Wash your vehicle while the body is hot
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[MC49700( ALL)01/96]
Polish your vehicle to remove harmful deposits
and protect the finish.
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Update:Thu Jun 20 11:04:35 1996

256
%*
[CS03000( ALL)01/96]
Vehicle Storage
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[CS03100( ALL)01/96]
Maintenance Tips
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[CS03200( ALL)01/96]
If you plan on storing your vehicle for an
extended period of time (60 days or more), refer
to the following maintenance recommendations
to ensure your vehicle stays in good operating
condition.
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[CS03300( ALL)01/96]
General
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[CS03400( ALL)01/96]
q
Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated place.
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[CS03500( ALL)01/96]
q
Protect from sunlight, if possible.
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[CS03600( ALL)01/96]
q
If vehicles are stored outside, they require
regular maintenance to protect against rust
and damage.
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[CS03700( ALL)01/96]
Body
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[CS03800( ALL)01/96]
q
Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt,
grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior surfaces,
rear wheel housing and underside of front
fenders.
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[CS03900( ALL)01/96]
q
Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed
locations.
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[CS04000( ALL)01/96]
q
Touch-up raw or primed metal to prevent
rust.
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[CS04100( ALL)01/96]
q
Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a
thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the
vehicle is washed.
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[CS04200( ALL)01/96]
q
Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges
and latches with a light grade oil.
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[CS04300( ALL)01/96]
q
Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading.
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[CS04400( ALL)01/96]
q
Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
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Update:Tue Jun 11 14:01:33 1996

257 %
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[CS04500( ALL)01/96]
Engine
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[CS04600( ALL)01/96]
q
Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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[CS04700( ALL)01/96]
q
With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
%*
[CS04800( ALL)01/96]
Fuel system
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[CS04900( ALL)01/96]
q
Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
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[CS05000( ALL)01/96]
NOTE: During extended periods of vehicle
storage (60 days or more), fuel may
deteriorate due to oxidation. This can
damage rubber and other polymers in
the fuel system and may also clog
small orifices.
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[CS05100( ALL)01/96]
Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever
actual or expected storage periods exceed 60
days. Follow the instructions on the label. The
vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to
circulate the additive throughout the fuel system.
%*
[CS05200( ALL)01/96]
Cooling system
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[CS05300( ALL)01/96]
q
Protect against freezing temperatures.
%*
[CS05400( ALL)01/96]
Battery
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[CS05500( ALL)01/96]
q
Check and recharge as necessary.
*
[CS05600( ALL)01/96]
q
Keep connections clean and covered with a
light coat of grease.
*
[CS05700( ALL)12/95]
q
If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days
without recharging the battery, it may be
advisable to disconnect the battery cables to
ensure battery charge is maintained for quick
starting.
File:12rccsg.ex
Update:Tue Jun 11 14:01:33 1996

265
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[HS02500( ALL)05/96]
The Dispute Settlement Board may not be
available in all states. Ford Motor Company
reserves the right to change eligibility
limitations, modify procedures and/or to
discontinue this service without notice and
without incurring obligations.
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[HS02600( ALL)05/96]
What Kind of Cases Does the Board
Review?
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[HS02700( ALL)05/96]
The Board reviews all warranty performance
complaints on Ford, Mercury and Lincoln cars
and Ford and Mercury light trucks under the
new vehicle limited warranty that have not been
resolved by either a dealer or Ford Motor
Company, except those involving:
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[HS02800( ALL)05/96]
q
a non-Ford product
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[HS02900( ALL)05/96]
q
a non-Ford dealership
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[HS03100( ALL)05/96]
q
a vehicle sales transaction
*
[HS03200( ALL)05/96]
q
request for reimbursement of consequential
expenses. Expenses incidental to the warranty
complaint being reviewed are eligible for
consideration.
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[HS03300( ALL)05/96]
q
items not covered by the new vehicle limited
warranty
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[HS03350( ALL)05/96]
q
items covered by a service contract
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[HS03400( ALL)05/96]
q
alleged liability claims
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[HS03450( ALL)05/96]
q
property damage where the damage is
significant when compared to the economic
loss alleged under the warranty dispute
*
[HS03500( ALL)05/96]
q
cases currently in litigation
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[HS03600( ALL)05/96]
q
vehicles not used primarily for family,
personal, or household purposes (except in
states where the Dispute Settlement Board is
required to review commercial vehicles)
File:14rchsg.ex
Update:Tue Jun 11 14:01:53 1996

Index 295
Index
A
ABS warning light (see Anti-lock
brake system)........... 11,41
Accessory position on the ignition..... 87
Additives, engine oil.......... 211
Air bag supplemental
restraint system............ 133
and child safety seats......... 139
description.............. 133
driver air bag............ 133
indicator light........... 13,25
operation.............. 135
passenger air bag........... 135
service and information labels..... 135
tone generator............ 137
Air cleaner filter
location............... 209
specifications............. 253
Air conditioning
electronic automatic temperature control
system............... 69
manual heating and air
conditioning system......... 67
Air suspension
description.............. 163
see also Rear air suspension system . . 163
Alarm, activating remote personal.... 115
Aluminum wheels............ 196
Antenna, radio (see Electronic
sound system)............. 50
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 217
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 157
see also Brake............ 157
warning light............ 11,41
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Update:Wed Jun 19 14:48:02 1996

296 Index
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) . . 264
Ashtray(s)................ 85
Assistance (see Customer assistance).... 261
Audio system (see Electronic
sound system)............. 45
Autolamp system (see Headlamps)..... 81
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic overdrive..... 164
fluid, adding............. 225
fluid, checking............ 224
fluid, refill capacities......... 254
fluid, specification........... 255
Axle
refill capacities............ 254
traction lok.............. 161
B
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery................. 226
acid, treating emergencies....... 198
battery saver............. 113
charging system warning light.... 13,26
disconnecting...........202, 227
how to service............ 226
jumping a disabled battery....... 198
maintenance-free........... 226
proper disposal, recycling....... 227
replacement, specifications....... 253
servicing............... 226
voltage gauge.............. 13
when storing your vehicle....... 257
Brake fluid............... 214
brake warning light......... 10,42
checking and adding......... 214
description.............. 214
specifications...........214, 255
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Index 297
Brakelamp............... 246
bulb replacement.........246, 248
high-mount brakelamp........ 246
Brakes................. 157
adjustment.............. 157
anti-lock............... 157
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light.......... 11,41
applying the brakes.......... 157
brake warning light......... 10,42
fluid, checking and adding...... 214
fluid, refill capacities.......214, 254
fluid, specifications........214, 255
front disc.............. 157
if brakes do not grip well....... 157
master cylinder............ 214
new brake linings............ 6
noise................ 157
parking............... 159
power braking............ 157
servicing............... 214
when storing your vehicle....... 258
Brake-shift interlock........... 165
Break-in period.............. 6
Brights (high beams)......... 15,25
Bulbs, replacing............. 244
halogen............... 245
headlamps.............. 245
high-mount brakelamp........ 246
specifications............. 248
C
Canada, customer assistance....... 269
Canada, warranty information....... 4
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan
(CAMVAP).............. 269
Capacities for refilling fluids....... 254
Carbon monoxide in exhaust....... 155
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Update:Wed Jun 19 14:48:02 1996

298 Index
Car seats for children
(see Child safety seats)........ 139
Cassette tape player (see Electronic
sound system)........... 50,59
Catalytic converter............ 241
Chains, tires.............. 233
Changing a tire............. 187
Charging system warning light..... 13,26
Childproof locks............. 103
Child safety restraints.......... 138
child safety belts........... 149
child safety seats........... 139
Child safety seats............ 139
and air bags............. 139
automatic locking
mode (retractor)........127, 139
in front seat............. 139
in rear outboard seat......... 139
in rear seat.............. 139
tether anchorage hardware....... 149
Chime
key in ignition............. 88
safety belt............. 12,24
Circuit breakers
checking and replacing........ 184
see also fuses............. 175
Cleaning your vehicle.......... 249
chrome and aluminum parts...... 250
engine compartment.......... 251
exterior............... 249
exterior lamps............ 250
fabric................ 251
headlamps.............. 250
instrument panel......... 67,250
instrument panel lens......... 251
interior................ 251
interior lamps............. 250
mirrors................ 106
plastic parts............. 250
polishing............... 249
File:rcixg.ex
Update:Wed Jun 19 14:48:02 1996