1997 Mercury Grand Marquis battery replacement

206vibration, or other indication that your vehicle
may need service. If you do notice something
unusual, see that your vehicle is serviced
promptly.
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[MC01200( ALL)01/96]
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids,
and service parts conforming to Ford
specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and
built to provide the best performance in your
vehicle. Using these parts for replacement is
your assurance that Ford-built quality stays in
your vehicle.
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[MC01300( 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.
%
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[MC01400( ALL)01/96]
Precautions When Servicing Your
Vehicle
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[MC01500( ALL)01/96]
Be especially careful when inspecting or
servicing your vehicle. Here are some general
precautions for your safety:
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[MC01800( ALL)01/96]
q
If you must work with the engine running,
avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that
could get caught in moving parts. Take
appropriate precautions with long hair.
*
[MC01900( ALL)01/96]
q
Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed
space with the engine running, unless you are
sure you have enough ventilation.
*
[MC02000( ALL)01/96]
q
Never get under a vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If you must work
under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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[MC02100( ALL)01/96]
q
Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking
materials away from the battery and all
fuel-related parts.
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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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312 Index
Specification chart, lubricants....... 255
Speed control, turning off......... 96
Speedometer............. 19,30
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle..... 151
starting a cold engine......... 152
starting after a collision........ 185
starting a warm engine........ 153
starting your vehicle if the battery
is disabled............. 198
Steering, power............. 162
Steering wheel
horn.................. 94
locking................. 87
tilting................. 95
Storing your vehicle........... 256
Sun visor................ 102
Supplemental air bag readiness light . . 13, 25
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) . . . 133
T
Tail lamps
bulb replacement........... 244
cleaning............... 249
Temperature control (see Climate control) . . 67
Tilt steering wheel............. 95
Tires.................. 228
changing............... 187
checking the pressure......... 228
cleaning............... 252
inspection and maintenance...... 228
replacing............... 230
rotating............... 229
snow tires and chains......... 233
spare tire............... 189
storing your vehicle.......... 258
tire grades.............. 230
treadwear.............. 231
wear bands.............. 230
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