1997 Mercury Villager hood open

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Disarming an untriggered anti-theft system
[CF77700(ALL)03/96]
Unlock either door with the door key or by pressing the
UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter (if
equipped). This will disarm the system. When you unlock the
door with the key, make sure you fully rotate the key in the
lock. If you do not, the system may not disarm, and will trigger
when a door is opened.
[CF77777(ALL)05/96]
If the system is armed and you remain in your vehicle, simply
insert the key into the ignition and turn it to ACC. This disarms
the system and allows you to open the door to exit without
triggering the system. Remember to rearm the system by using
the power door lock or the remote transmitter (if equipped) to
lock the doors.
[CF77800(ALL)01/96]
The remote keyless entry system is designed to work with the
factory installed anti-theft system. It may not work with other
anti-theft systems.
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Triggering the anti-theft system
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The armed system will be triggered if:
[CF78100(ALL)03/96]
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any door is opened without using the door key or the
remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped)
[CF78200(ALL)01/96]
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the liftgate is opened or unlocked
[CF78300(ALL)01/96]
n
the hood is opened
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Update:Thu May 30 09:49:09 1996

Maintenance and Care
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[MC03400(ALL)01/96]
If you must work under the hood while the engine is
on:
[MC03450(ALL)01/96]
Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park). This will prevent your vehicle from
moving unexpectedly.
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[MC03700(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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n
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.
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[MC03800(ALL)02/96
]
Opening the Hood
[MC03900(ALL)01/96]1.
Pull the hood release handle, located below the fuse panel
door.
[MC04000(ALL)01/96]
13-1/2 pica
art:0040189-C
Hood release handle location
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Maintenance and Care
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[MC15600(ALL)01/96
]
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[MC15700(ALL)01/96]
Since the proper amount of engine oil is important for safe
engine operation, check the oil using the dipstick each time you
put fuel in your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off, the
oil must be warm and the vehicle must be parked on level
ground.
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[MC15800(ALL)01/96
]
Checking the engine oil level:
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[MC15900(ALL)01/96]1.
Turn the engine off after it has warmed up and allow a few
minutes for the engine oil to drain back into the oil pan.
[MC16000(ALL)01/96]2.
Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift
is securely latched in P (Park).
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[MC16100(ALL)01/96]3.
Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
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[MC16200(ALL)01/96]4.
Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in yellow) and
carefully pull it out of the engine.
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[MC16300(ALL)01/96]5.
Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into position, making
sure it is fully seated.
[MC16400(ALL)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0040218-A
Engine oil dipstick
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Update:Mon Jun 10 15:17:05 1996