1997 Mercury Mercury Cougar roof

84 [CF35900( BC )12/95]
one third page art:0011214-AMap lamp (with optional moon roof)
[CF36000( BC )12/95]
one third page art:0010651-C
Front seat map and dome lamps (without optional moon
roof)
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[CF36200( ALL)12/95]
The dual beam map lamps are located on each
side of the dome lamp. Each map lamp can be
turned on by the switches on the lamp.
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[CF37000( BC )01/96]
Moon Roof (If equipped)
[CF37100( BC )05/96]
You can move the moon roof back to open the
glass panel, or you can tilt it up to ventilate the
vehicle.
[CF37200( BC )05/96]
The rocker type control is used to open and
close the moon roof. You must press and hold
the control until the desired position is reached.
At fully open and closed positions, the motor
will automatically turn off. Release the control at
this time to avoid motor damage.
[CF37300( BC )05/96]
two third page art:0010248-D
The control for the moon roof
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86 [CF37395( BC )05/96]The moon roof has an express open feature.
[CF37400( BC )05/96]
To open the moon roof, press and release the
rear portion of the control. The glass panel will
move to the full open position and stop. To stop
the glass at a partially open position, press the
control again while the glass is moving.
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[CF37500( BC )05/96]
To close the moon roof, press and hold the front
portion of the control. The glass panel will move
to the intermediate position and stop. Press and
hold the front of the control again and the panel
will move to the fully closed position and stop.
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[CF37600( BC )05/96]
To tilt the moon roof into vent position when
the glass panel is closed, press the front portion
of the control.
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[CF37700( BC )05/96]
To close from vent position, press and hold the
rear portion of the control.
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[CF37800(MBC )01/96]
Occasionally wiping the outside guide rail covers
of the moon roof with a clean cloth will help
keep the moon roof working properly.
[CF37900( BC )12/95]
one third page art:0010250-B
The moon roof
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[CF38000( BC )01/96]
RWARNING
Do not let children play with the moon
roof. They may seriously hurt themselves.
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[CF38100( BC )01/96]
Sliding Shade
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[CF38200( BC )01/96]
The moon roof has a sliding shade that you can
manually open or close to block the sun when
the glass panel is shut.
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[CF38300( BC )01/96]
To close the sliding shade, pull the shade toward
the front of the vehicle. The shade automatically
opens and locks when the moon roof is opened.
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[CF38400( ALL)03/96]
Mirrors
[CF38600( ALL)04/96]
You can adjust your rearview mirror in any
direction. The special swivel bracket lets you
move the mirror up or down and from side to
side.
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[CF38700( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Make sure you can see clearly through the
rearview mirror at all times. Do not block
your vision. If you cannot see through the
mirror, it could result in a collision,
injuring yourself and others.
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[MC49800( ALL)01/96]
Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts
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[MC49900( ALL)12/95]
Wash chrome and aluminum parts with a mild
detergent. Do not use steel wool, abrasive
cleaners, fuel, or strong detergents.
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[MC50000( ALL)01/96]
Cleaning Plastic Parts
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[MC50100( ALL)01/96]
Some of your vehicle's exterior trim parts are
plastic. Clean with a tar and road oil remover if
necessary. Use a vinyl cleaner for routine
cleaning.
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[MC50200( ALL)01/96]
Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents
or petroleum-based cleaners.
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[MC50300( ALL)01/96]
If you have your vehicle rustproofed, remove
oversprayed rustproofing with a tar and road oil
remover. If rustproofing is not removed from
plastic and rubber parts, it can cause
deterioration.
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[MC50400( ALL)02/96]
Cleaning the Safety Belts
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[MC50500( ALL)02/96]
Clean the safety belts with any mild soap
solution that is recommended for cleaning
upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach or dye the
belt webbing because this may weaken it.
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[MC50600( ALL)01/96]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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[MC50700( ALL)01/96]
Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these
may cause scratches or crack the lamps.
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Index 299
Cleaning your vehicle.......... 249
chrome and aluminum parts...... 250
engine compartment......... 252
exterior............... 249
exterior lamps............ 250
fabric................ 251
headlamps.............. 250
instrument panel.......... 59,251
instrument panel lens......... 251
interior............... 251
interior lamps............ 251
mirrors................ 93
plastic parts............. 250
polishing............... 249
rustproofing............. 250
safety belts.............. 250
tail lamps.............. 250
upholstery and interior trim...... 251
washing............... 249
waxing............... 249
wheels................ 252
Climate control system.......... 59
air conditioning.......... 59,62
heating.............. 59,62
Clock.................. 72
Cold engine starting........... 146
Combination lap and shoulder belts . . . 110
Compact disc player (see Electronic
sound system)........... 26,31
Compact disc radio (see Electronic
sound system)............. 26
Console, description............ 94
Controls
mirrors................ 93
power seat.............. 106
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308 Index
Lubricant specifications......... 255
Lug nuts................ 184
anti-theft............... 190
standard............... 185
tightening sequence........184, 188
M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance Schedule
and Record booklet)........... 4
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 201
Master cylinder, brakes......... 210
Mirrors.................. 87
automatic dimming rearview mirror . . . 88
rearview................ 87
side view mirrors............ 93
side view mirrors (power)........ 93
vanity mirror, illuminated........ 89
Moon roof................ 85
Motorcraft parts............. 253
N
New vehicle break-in........... 6
O
Octane rating.............. 235
Odometer................. 22
description............... 22
trip odometer.............. 23
Oil filter..............209, 253
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 207
Oil viscosity.............. 207
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 242
Overdrive................ 160
Overseas offices............. 272
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Index 309
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system . 100
Parking brake.............. 152
operation.............. 152
warning light.............. 10
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 253
PCV valve, specifications........ 253
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 171
Power door locks............. 90
Power features
door locks............... 90
mirrors................ 93
moon roof............... 85
seats................. 106
windows................ 92
Power steering
dipstick............... 220
driving with power steering...... 156
fluid, checking and adding...... 220
fluid, refill capacity.......... 254
fluid, specifications.......... 255
servicing............... 156
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems).... 25
Rear axle
lubricant specification......... 255
refill capacity............. 254
Rearview mirror............. 88
Rear window............... 92
defroster................ 66
washer reservoir........... 212
Refill capacities for fluids........ 254
Relays................. 171
Remote control, trunk........... 72
Remote entry system........... 99
locking/unlocking doors....... 100
opening the trunk.......... 100
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