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Instrumentation
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Low Washer Fluid Light
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The low washer fluid light will remain illuminated when the
washer fluid sensor indicates that the washer fluid level is low.
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Low washer fluid light
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High Beam Light
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This light illuminates when the headlamps are turned to high
beam or when you flash the lights.
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High beam light
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ªHeadlamps Onº Alert Chime
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This chime will sound if you open the door while the
headlamps or parking lamps are on.
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Ignition Key Chime
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The chime will sound if you open the driver's door while the
key is in the ignition. Never leave your vehicle unattended with
the key in the ignition.
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To activate the rear washer, press the RR WASH switch. For a
constant spray, hold the switch for a few seconds. For less
washer fluid, press the switch once and release it. When Mercury Villager 1997 Owners Manuals 76
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To activate the rear washer, press the RR WASH switch. For a
constant spray, hold the switch for a few seconds. For less
washer fluid, press the switch once and release it. When](/manual-img/33/11174/w960_11174-77.png)
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To activate the rear washer, press the RR WASH switch. For a
constant spray, hold the switch for a few seconds. For less
washer fluid, press the switch once and release it. When you
activate the washer, the wiper will cycle twice and then stop.
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Do not activate the washer for longer than fifteen seconds
continuously. This could damage the washer pump system.
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Hazard Flasher Switch
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The hazard flasher switch is located on the instrument panel to
the right of the steering column. For more information, refer to
theRoadside Emergencieschapter.
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Interior and Exterior Lights
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To turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, marker lamps, tail
lamps, license plate lamps and instrument panel lamps, use the
headlamp knob, to the left of the instrument cluster.
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Turn the headlamp knob to the first position to turn on the
parking lamps, tail lamps, license plate lamps, marker lamps
and instrument panel lamps.
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[CF13950(ALL)05/96]2.
Turn the headlamp knob to the second position to turn on
the headlamps in addition to the parking lamps, tail lamps,
license plate lamps, marker lamps and instrument panel
lamps.
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Windshield Wipers and Washer
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Variable Interval Wipers
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Windshield Wipers and Washer
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Variable Interval Wipers
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Controls and Features
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Windshield Wipers and Washer
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Variable Interval Wipers
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Your vehicle has wipers that you can set to operate at varying
intervals. For example, you can set the interval so they wipe
less often in light rain or more often in heavier rain.
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Variable interval wiper control
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To set the interval wipers, rotate the knob at the end of the turn
signal lever to the most effective interval. The farther the knob
is from the OFF position, the faster the wipers move.
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To clean the windshield, push in the end of the knob on the
turn signal lever. For a constant spray, push and hold the end
of the knob. If the windshield wipers are off, they automatically
turn on for two wipe cycles after you squirt the washer fluid.
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Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid
container is empty and never activate the washers for more than
fifteen seconds continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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RWARNING
Always warm up the windshield with the defroster
before you use the washer fluid. In freezing weather, the
washer solution may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision.
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For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing
your windshield wiper blades, seeWindshield washer fluid and
Wipersin the Index.
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Gearshift Lever
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The gearshift lever on your vehicle is mounted on the steering
column. On the end of the gearshift lever is the Overdrive
On/Off button. To learn about the operation of the gearshift
lever and the Overdrive On/Off button, see theDrivingchapter.
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Gearshift lever location
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Roadside Emergencies
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If you replace a circuit breaker, use one with the same
amperage rating. To remove a circuit breaker mounted by the
fuse panel, grip it with your finger and thumb and pull it
straight out of its socket.
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Relays
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Relays are devices which receive signals from components or
systems. After receiving signals, relays transfer these signals to
activate or deactivate other components or systems. A relay box
is located near the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
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The relay box
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Brake fluid master cylinder reservoir
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Windshield Washer Fluid
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Check the level of the windshield washer fluid every time you
stop for fuel, or when the warning light indicates low washer
fluid. The reservoir for washer fluid is located in the engine
compartment. This reservoir contains the fluid for both the
windshield and liftgate washers.
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RWARNING
Do not put windshield washer fluid in the container for
the engine coolant.
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If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or antifreeze could
make it difficult to see through the windshield.
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Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than
plain water, because specially formulated washer fluids contain
additives that dissolve road grime. For safety reasons, washer
fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol
should be used in freezing weather (temperatures below32ÊF
[0ÊC]). State or local regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds
(VOCs) may restrict use of the most common antifreeze,
methanol. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide cold weather
protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish, wiper
blades, and windshield washer system.
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Adding Engine Coolant
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Engine coolant recovery reservoir
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RWARNING
Do not put engine coolant in the container for the
windshield washer fluid.
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When the engine is cool, add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant
and water to the engine coolant recovery reservoir Ð DO NOT
ADD DIRECTLY TO THE RADIATOR. Add straight water only
in an emergency, but you should replace it with a 50/50
mixture of coolant and distilled water as soon as possible.
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Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir the
next few times you drive the vehicle. If necessary, add enough
of a 50/50 mixture of coolant and water to bring the liquid
level to the fill line on the reservoir.
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