1997 Mercury Grand Marquis weight

139
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[SS26900( ALL)01/96]
WARNING
Safety belts and seats can become hot in a
vehicle that has been closed up in sunny
weather; they could burn a small child.
Check seat covers and buckles before you
place a child anywhere near them.
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[SS27000( ALL)03/96]
WARNING
Do not leave children, unreliable adults,
or pets unattended in your vehicle.
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[SS27100( ALL)05/96]
WARNING
When using forward-facing child seats
move the passenger seat as far back from
the instrument panel as possible. Never
secure rear-facing child seats or infant
carriers in the front seat.
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[SS27200( ALL)01/96]
Safety Seats for Children
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[SS27300( ALL)01/96]
Use a safety seat that is recommended for the
size and weight of the child. Always follow the
safety seat manufacturer's instructions when
installing and using the safety seat.
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[SS27500( ALL)05/96]
When installing a child safety seat, be sure to
use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating
position, and make sure the tongue is securely
fastened in the buckle. For a shoulder/lap belt
combination with a sliding tongue, make sure
the retractor is in the automatic locking mode.
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[SS27600( ALL)05/96]
Children weighing less than 40 lbs. (18 kg)
should use child or infant seats. Forward facing
child seats must have the passenger seat moved
as far back from the instrument panel as
possible.
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[GF11300( ALL)05/96]
When to use 1 (Low)
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[GF11400( ALL)12/95]
Use 1 (Low) when driving down steep grades. It
gives more engine braking to slow your vehicle
than 2 (Second) on the downgrades. You can
upshift from 1 (Low) to 2 (Second) or from 1
(Low) to Overdrive at any speed.
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[GF11500( ALL)05/96]
P (Park)
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[GF11600( ALL)12/95]
Always come to a complete stop before you shift
into P (Park). Make sure that the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park). This locks the
transmission and prevents the rear wheels from
rotating.
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[GF11700( ALL)05/96]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and
make sure the gearshift is latched in P
(Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you
leave your vehicle.
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[GF11800( ALL)05/96]
RWARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended
while it is running.
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[GF11900( GV)12/95]
You can tell a column-mounted gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park) if the lever is
adjacent to the P (Park) and you cannot move it
without pulling it toward you and rotating it
downward.
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[GF15500( ALL)01/96]
Driving With a Heavy Load
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[GF15600( ALL)01/96]
There are limits to the amount of weight your
vehicle can carry or tow. The total weight of
your vehicle, plus the weight of the passengers
and cargo, should never be more than the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Also, the weight
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170that your vehicle carries over the front axle and
rear axle should never be more than the Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the respective
axle.
% [GF15700( ALL)12/95]
You can find your vehicle's GVWR and GAWR
on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on
the left front door lock facing or the door latch
post pillar.
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[GF15800( ALL)01/96]
The weight limits of your vehicle's tires affect
the GVWR or GAWR limitations. Usage of
replacement tires with higher weight limits than
originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR.
Usage of lower capacity replacement tires may
lower GVWR and GAWR limitations.
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[GF15900( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR
specified on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label.
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[GF16000( ALL)01/96]
Limiting Your Vehicle's Load
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[GF16100( ALL)12/95]
The load that you add to your vehicle must not
exceed the maximum load stated on the Safety
Compliance Certification Decal attached to the
left front door pillar.
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[GF16200( ALL)01/96]
To figure the weight of your vehicle's load, add
the weights of:
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[GF16300( ALL)01/96]
q
the driver and passengers
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[GF16400( ALL)01/96]
q
luggage and any other items that you put in
your vehicle
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[GF16600( ALL)01/96]
q
the weight of any equipment that has been
added to your vehicle since it was delivered
to your dealer
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[GF16700( ALL)01/96]
If you do not know the actual weights of these
items, use the following procedure to figure the
weight of a load:
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[GF16800( ALL)01/96]
1. Weigh your vehicle without the driver,
passengers and luggage. You might take
your vehicle to a shipping company or an
inspection station for trucks.
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[GF16900( ALL)01/96]
2. Then weigh your vehicle with the driver,
passengers and luggage.
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[GF17000( ALL)01/96]
3. Subtract the first reading from the second to
figure the total weight of the load.
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[GF17100( ALL)11/92]
After determining this load, you must also make
sure that the total weight of your vehicle, plus
the load it carries, is less than its GVWR. Also,
make sure that the weight your vehicle carries
over each axle is less than the GAWR for the
respective axle.
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[GF17200( ALL)01/96]
If your vehicle exceeds the GVWR, remove cargo
from your vehicle accordingly. If your vehicle
exceeds the GAWR for either axle, shift the load
or remove cargo accordingly.
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[GF17300( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Improper distribution of your vehicle's
load or carrying weight in excess of the
amount shown on the tire decal can cause
rapid tire wear or loss of vehicle control.
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[GF17500( GV)05/96]
Trailer Towing
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[GF17505( GV)05/96]
Your vehicle is not equipped to tow. No towing
packages are available through Ford or
Lincoln/Mercury dealers.
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[AC00350( ALL)05/96]
Safety, Comfort, and Convenience
[AC00460( GV)05/94]
fourteen pica chart:0010544-M[AC00560( GV)03/95]
ten pica chart:0010545-N*
[AC01400( ALL)05/96]
NOTE: When adding accessories, equipment,
passengers, and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight
capacity of the vehicle or of the front
or rear axle (GVWR, GAWR as shown
on the Safety Compliance Certification
Label). Consult your dealer for specific
weight information.
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304 Index
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 234
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy)..... 238
Gasoline (see Fuel)............ 234
Gauges, Electronic
charging system gauge......... 26
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 23
fuel gauge............... 29
odometer................ 31
speedometer.............. 30
Gauges, Mechanical
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 17
engine oil pressure gauge........ 20
fuel gauge............... 17
odometer................ 19
speedometer.............. 19
trip odometer.............. 19
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 170
definition............... 169
driving with a heavy load....... 169
location............... 169
Gearshift
automatic operation.......... 164
column-mounted........... 164
locking the gearshift........... 87
positions............... 164
shifting the gears........... 164
shift-lock............... 165
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) . . . 169
calculating.............. 170
definition............... 169
driving with a heavy load....... 169
location............... 169
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314 Index
Vehicle storage............. 256
Ventilating your vehicle
(see Climate control).......... 67
Viscosity (see Engine oil)......... 211
Visor (see Sun visor)........... 102
Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge) . . 13, 26
W
Warm engine, starting.......... 153
Warning chimes
key in ignition............. 88
safety belt............. 12,24
Warning lights (see Lights)......... 8
Warranties................ 4
basic.................. 4
Canada................. 4
radio.................. 65
Warranty Information Booklet....... 4
Washer fluid............... 91
reservoir............... 216
warning light.............. 39
windshield.............. 216
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)...... 169
Wheel dollies (see Towing)........ 203
Wheels
cleaning............... 252
covers..............190, 196
inspection and maintenance...... 228
lug nuts............... 190
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