1998 Mercury Grand Marquis steering

The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
1 15A Hazard Flasher, Stop Lamps
2 30A Wiper Control Module, Windshield Wiper
Motor
3 Ð Not Used
4 15A Lighting Control Module, Headlamp
Dimmer Switch
5 15A Backup Lamps, Variable Assist Power
Steering (VAPS), Turn Signals, Air
Suspension, Daytime Running Lamps,
Electronic Day/Night Mirror, Shift Lock,
EATC
6 15A Speed Control, Main Light Switch,
Headlamp Dimmer Switch, Lighting Control
Module, Clock
7 25A Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Power
Diode, Ignition Coils
18 17
15 16
8
412 7659 12 101114
13
3
Roadside emergencies
97

Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
11 40A** See Fuses 4, 8, 16 and Circuit Breaker 12
12 30A** PCM Power Relay, PCM
13 50A** High Speed Cooling Fan Relay
14 40A** Rear Window Defrost Relay, Also see Fuse
17
15 50A** Anti-Lock Brake Module
16 Ð Not Used
17 30A** Cooling Fan Relay
Relay 1 Ð Rear Defrost Relay
Relay 2 Ð Horn Relay
Relay 3 Ð Cooling Fan Relay
Relay 4 Ð Air Suspension Pump Relay
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses
Relays
Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced
by qualified technicians.
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Temporary spare tire information
Your vehicle may have a temporary or full-size spare tire. The temporary
spare tire for your vehicle is labeled as such. It is smaller than a regular
tire and is designed for emergency use only. Replace this tire with a
full-size tire as soon as possible.
If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow
these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control
of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others.
When driving with the temporary spare tiredo not:
²exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances
Roadside emergencies
100

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
4.6L SOHC V8 engine
1. Brake fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
5. Air filter assembly
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Battery
9. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
912
3
6578
4
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²if your vehicle is equipped with digital gauges, the engine coolant
temperature gauge will illuminate all eight bars and a tone will sound
every five seconds for a minute
²the
symbol will illuminate
²theCheck Engineindicator light will illuminate.
The vehicle will still operate, however:
²the engine power will be limited
²the air conditioning system will be disabled
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature:
²the
symbol will begin to flash
²if your vehicle is equipped with digital gauges, the gauge bars will
flash and a tone will sound continuously for thirty seconds
²the engine will completely shut down
²steering and braking effort will increase
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine
damage.
When fail-safe mode is activated
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high-speed
operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to a service facility.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is
running or hot.
5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility.
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Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem
increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to a
service facility as soon as possible.
CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid at
least twice a year. If adding fluid is
necessary, use only MERCONtAT F.
1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the
reservoir. It should be between the
MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be
sure to put the cap back on the reservoir.
DONOTOVERFILLPOWERSTEERINGFLUID
MAX
MIN
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REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity
Engine oil (includes
filter change)Motorcraft 5W30 Super
Premium Motor Oil4.7L (5.0 quarts)
Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidFill to line on
reservoir
Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCONt
AT FFill to line on
reservoir
Transmission fluid Motorcraft MERCONtV
AT F13.1L (13.9 quarts)
Engine coolant
213.3L (14.1 quarts)
Fuel tank N/A 71.9L (19.0 gallons)
Rear axle fluid
1Motorcraft SAE 80W90
Rear Axle Lubricant1.8-1.9L (3.75-4.0
pints)
Windshield washer
fluidUltra-Clear Windshield
Washer ConcentrateFill to line on
reservoir
1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546±A, Ford
specification EST-M2C118±A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to
14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole.
Rear axles are considered lubricated for life when the vehicle is used for
normal service. See your ªService Guideº for Severe Duty requirements.
2If your engine coolant is green, use Ford Premium Cooling System
Fluid; if your coolant is orange, use Ford Extended Life Coolant. Refer to
Lubricant Specificationsfor part numbers and specification numbers.
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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Ford part name Ford part
numberFord
specification
Brake fluid High Performance
DOT 3 Motor Vehicle
Brake FluidC6AZ-
19542-ABESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Door
weatherstripsSilicone Lubricant
C0AZ-19553-
AA and D7AZ-
19553-AAESR-M13P4-A
Engine coolant
222
Engine oil Motorcraft 5W-30
Super Premium
Motor OilXO-5W30-
QSPWSS-M2C153-
G with API
Certification
Mark
Hinges, latches,
striker plates,
fuel filler door
hinge and seat
tracksMulti-Purpose
GreaseDOAZ-19584-
AA or F5AZ-
19G209-AAESB-M1C93-B
or ESR-
M1C159-A
Lock cylinders Penetrating
LubricantE8AZ-
19501-Bnone
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Automatic trans-
mission (4R70W)Motorcraft
MERCONtVATFXT-5-QM
MERCONtV
Rear axle
1Motorcraft Premium
Rear Axle LubricantXY-80W90-QL WSL-
M2C197-A
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-Clear
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateC9AZ-
19550-ABESR-M17P5-A
1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546±A, Ford
specification EST-M2C118±A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
2If your coolant is green, use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid, part number
E2FZ-19659±AA, specification number ESE-M97B44±A; if your coolant is orange,
use Ford Extended Life Coolant, part number F6AZ-19544±AA, specification
number WSS-M97B44±B or DEX-COOL equivalent.
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Headlamps ...................................23
autolamp system .......................24
daytime running lights .............24
flashing ......................................23
high beam .................................23
Heating ........................................25
High beams
indicator light .............................9
Hood
release lever ............................108
Ignition
positions of the ignition ...........35
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................140
lighting up panel and interior .23
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................50
keypad .......................................55
programming entry code ....55,56
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............11
Lamps
headlamps ...............................133
high-mount brakelamp ...........135
interior lamps .........................136
parking lamps .........................134
tail lamps .................................135
License plate lamps ..................135
Lights, warning and indicator
air bag ..........................................8
air suspension ...........................10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) .........8,22
brake .......................................8,22
charging system ..........................9
check engine ............................6,7
fuel reset .....................................6
low coolant ................................10
oil pressure .................................9
overdrive off ..............................10
safety belt ...................................8
turn signal indicator ...................9
Lubricant specifications ...........144Message center ...........................17
reset button .........................17,18
select button .............................18
Mirrors
automatic dimming
rearview mirror .........................42
side view mirrors (power) .......47
Motorcraft parts ........................142
Odometer .....................................14
Panic alarm feature,
remote entry system ..................51
Parking brake ..............................83
Power door locks ........................47
Power steering
fluid, checking and adding ....118
Radio ............................................33
Refill capacities for fluids ........143
Relays ...................................95,100
Remote entry system .................49
illuminated entry ......................51
locking/unlocking doors ...........49
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................53
replacing the batteries .............52
Reporting safety defects ..........148
Safety restraints
cleaning the safety belts ........140
extension assembly ..................65
for children ...............................71
lap and shoulder belts ...61,62,63
maintenance ..............................66
proper use .................................60
warning light
and chime ........................11,65,66
Safety seats for children
attaching with tether straps ....76
in rear seat ................................76
tether anchorage hardware .....76
Seats ............................................57
adjusting the seat, manual ..57,58
adjusting the seat, power ...58,60
cleaning upholstery ................140
Index
150