1998 Mercury Mystique key

Seating and safety restraints
53
Safety belt extension assembly
The safety belt may be too short
even when fully extended.
Approximately 20 cm (8 inches)
may be added to the length of the
belt with a safety belt extension
(part number 611C22). Safety belt
extensions are available at no cost
from your dealer.
Only use extensions manufactured
by the same supplier as the safety
belt. Manufacturer identification is
on the label located at the end of
the webbing.
Do not use the extension to change
the fit of the shoulder belt across
the torso.
Conditions of operation
If the driver’s safety belt is not
buckled before the ignition key is
turned to on, the safety belt
indicator illuminates for
1-2 minutes and the warning chime
sounds for 4-8 seconds.
If the driver’s safety belt is buckled
while the indicator light is
illuminated and the reminder
chime is sounding, the safety belt
indicator light and reminder turn
off.
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Starting
81 3. Turn the key to the onposition
(without turning the key to start).
Make sure the following lights
illuminate briefly. If a light fails to
illuminate, have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer or a
qualified service technician.
•If the driver’s safety belt is
fastened the warning light does
not illuminate.
BRAKE
CHECK
ENGINE
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Starting
82STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Turn the key to the start
position (4) without pressing the
accelerator pedal and release as
soon as the engine starts. The key
will return to the on (3) position.
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4
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2. If the engine does not start
within five seconds, wait ten
seconds and try again.
3. If the engine does not start in
two attempts OR the temperature
is below -12°C (10°F), depress the
accelerator pedal and start the
engine while holding the
accelerator pedal down. Release
accelerator pedal when the engine
starts.
Vehicles equipped with the 2.0 l
engine: If the engine fails to start,
continue to crank with the
accelerator depressed about 1/4 of
the way down and hold that
position until the engine starts.
DO NOT crank for more than
30 secondsor you could damage
the starter.
4. After idling the engine for a few
seconds, apply the brake and
release the parking brake
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Driving
885. Push and hold the thumb button
and move the gearshift.
6. Remove the screwdriver when
the gearshift moves from the P
(Park) position.
Overriding the brake-shift
interlock feature
If it is necessary to use this
procedure to move the gearshift
lever, it is possible that a fuse has
blown and the vehicle’s brakelamps
may not be working. Refer to
Fuses
and relaysin the Roadside
emergencieschapter.
If you cannot move the gearshift
lever from P (Park) with the brake
pedal depressed:
1. Turn the ignition off and remove
the ignition key.
2. Apply the parking brake and the
brake pedal.
3. Insert a screwdriver or similar
item about 5 cm (2 inches) into the
square opening to the right of the
gearshift at the base of the console.
4. Rotate the screwdriver point
rearward.
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Driving
89 The console-mounted gearshift will
lock when you turn the key to the
lock position. When the gearshift is
in any position except P (Park),
the ignition key cannot be turned
to lock or removed from the
steering column. To remove the
key, the gearshift lever must be in
P (Park).
Once the gearshift is secure in the
desired position, release the brake
pedal and use the accelerator as
necessary.
Driving
Never leave a vehicle
unattended while it is
running.
•P(Park)
Always come to a complete stop
before shifting into P (Park). This
locks the transaxle and prevents
the front wheels from rotating.
•R(Reverse)
The vehicle only moves backward.
Always come to a complete stop
before shifting in or out of R
(Reverse).P=Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
R=Reverse. . . . . . . . . . .
N=Neutral. . . . . . . . . . . .
D=Drive: Gear 1 to 4
with overdrive. . . . . .
Gear 1 to 3
with overdrive
cancelled. . . . . . . . . .
2=Gear 2. . . . . . . . . . . .
1=Gear 1. . . . . . . . . . . .
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Roadside emergencies
108
If your engine cranks but does not
start after a collision or substantial
jolt:
1. Turn the ignition key to the off
position.
2. Check under the vehicle for
leaking fuel.
3. If you do not see or smell fuel,
push the red reset button down. If
the button is already set, you may
have a different mechanical
problem.
4. Turn the ignition key to the on
position for a few seconds, then
turn it to the off position.
5. Check under the vehicle again
for leaking fuel. If you see or smell
fuel, do not start your vehicle
again. If you do not see or smell
fuel, you can try to start your
vehicle again.
If you see or smell fuel, do
not reset the switch or try to
start your vehicle. Have all the
passengers get out of the vehicle
and call the local fire department
or a towing service.
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Maintenance and care
127 Working with engine off
(automatic transaxle)
1. Set the parking brake fully and
ensure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove
the key.
3. Block the wheels to prevent the
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Working with engine off
(manual transaxle)
1. Set the parking brake, depress
the clutch and place the gearshift
in 1 (first) or R (Reverse).
2. Turn off the engine and remove
the key.
3. Block the wheels to prevent the
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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Index
193 HPage
High-mount brakelamp . . . . . . .171
Hood
latch location . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
I
Identification Number, Vehicle
(VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188
Idle, relearning . . . . . . . . . . . . .146
Idle, speed . . . . . . . . . . . . .146, 186
Ignition
chime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
positions on the ignition . . . . . .24
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Instrument panel
cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181
lighting up the panel . . . . . . . . .16
Integrated child seat (see Built-in
child seat)
Intermittent wipers . . . . . . . . . . .28
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
J
Jack
positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Jump starting your vehicle
attaching cables . . . . . . . . . . . .122
disconnecting cables . . . . . . . .123
K
Keys
key in ignition warning chime .11
positions of the ignition . . . . . .24LPage
Lamps
bulb replacement specification
chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172
daytime running light system . .15
flashing the lamps . . . . . . . . . . .27
foglamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 169
hazard flashers . . . . . . . . .26, 107
headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
high beams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
high-mounted brake lamp . . . .171
instrument panel, dimming . . .16
interior lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
reading lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
replacing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . .167
rear lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170
Lights, warning and indicator
air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
anti-lock brakes (ABS) . . . . . . . .9
brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
charging system . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
check engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
engine oil pressure . . . . . . . . . . .9
high beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
low coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
low fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
overdrive off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
safety belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
testing the warning lights . . . . .10
turn signal indicator . . . . . . . . . .6
Load limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Lubricant specifications . . . . . .187
Luggage compartment . . . . . . . .36
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