2000 Mercury Grand Marquis warning lights

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
Standard instrument cluster
Optional instrument cluster
Low fuel (if equipped)
Illuminates as an early reminder of a
low fuel condition indicated on the
fuel gauge (refer toFuel gaugein
this chapter for more information).
When refueling, after the light
comes on, the amount of fuel that is added will be less than the
advertised capacity since there is fuel still in the tank. The ignition must
be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will also
illuminate for several seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON
position regardless of the fuel level to ensure your bulb is working.
E
LOW
FUELCHECK
ENGINEAIR
SUSPOD
OFF
BRAKEAIR
BAG
TEMP OIL VOLTS FUEL
MPH km/h10 203040506070
80
90
10 0
11 0
12 020 406080100
120
140
160
180
200
H H
L C F H
L
< FUEL FILL DOOR TRAC
CNTL
0000000
0
0 0 0
+ –
F
E
/2 1
N
O
R
M
H
Ckm/h
MPH
km SCHECK
ENGINE
AIR
BAGSPEED CONTROL
P R N D 2 1
CHECK
TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 kmAIR SUSPENSION
OVERDRIVE OFFDOOR
AJAR
LOW
WASHER
FLUID
DISTANCE
TO EMPTY
TRIP
AAVG FUEL
ECONOMY
TRIP
BAVG
SPEED
km
MILES
/GAL
LOW
FUEL
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Brake system warning
²Standard instrument cluster
²Optional instrument cluster
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON
position. Also illuminates if the
parking brake is engaged. If brake
warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, seek service
immediately. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low
brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON
position. If the light remains on,
continues to flash or fails to
illuminate, have the system serviced
immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is
disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning
light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released.
Turn signal
Illuminates when the left or right
turn signal or the hazard lights are
turned on. If one or both of the
indicators stay on continuously or
flash faster, check for a burned-out
turn signal bulb. Refer toExterior bulbsin theMaintenance and care
chapter.
High beams
Illuminates when the high beam
headlamps are turned on.
!
BRAKE
P!
BRAKE
ABS
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Cornering lamps
When the turn signal is used and the headlamps are on, the cornering
lamps will light either the right or left side depending on the direction of
the turn.
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS
Rotate the windshield wiper control
to the desired interval, low or high
speed position.
The bars of varying length are for
intermittent wipers. When in this
position rotate the control upward
for fast intervals and downward for
slow intervals.
Push the control on the end of the
stalk to activate washer. Push and
hold for a longer wash cycle.
POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION
1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not
running.
2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,
automatic transmission gearshift
lever and allows key removal.
3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all
accessories without locking the
steering wheel.
4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key
position when driving.
5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
HI
LO
F
S
OFF
HI
LO
F
S
OFF
3
1
2
5
4
Controls and features
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The scheduled maintenance items listed in the Scheduled Maintenance
Guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its
emissions system.
If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting
emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Illumination of the ªCheck Engineº light, charging system warning light
or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or
loss of engine power, could indicate that the emission control system is
not working properly.
Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By
law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,
sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not
permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent
it from working. Information about your vehicle's emission system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up
specifications.
Please consult your ªWarranty Guideº for complete emission warranty
information.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostics system. If your ªCheck Engine/Service Engine
Soonº light is on, refer to the description in theWarning Lights and
Chimessection of theInstrumentationchapter. Your vehicle may not
pass the I/M test with the ªCheck Engine/Service Engine Soonº light on.
Maintenance and care
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quality ......................................179
running out of fuel .................179
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................175
Fuses ...................................135,136
Garage door opener ....................65
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............177
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................180
Gauges .........................................15
battery voltage gauge ...............19
engine coolant
temperature gauge ...................18
engine oil pressure gauge ........19
fuel gauge ..................................15
odometer ...................................17
speedometer .............................16
trip odometer ............................18
GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating) .....127
definition .................................127
driving with a heavy load ......127
location ....................................127
GVWR (Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating) .............127
calculating ...............................127
definition .................................127
driving with a heavy load ......127
location ....................................127
Hazard flashers .........................134
Head restraints ...........................87
Headlamps ...................................24
aiming ......................................190
autolamp system .......................25
bulb specifications ..................189
daytime running lights .............24
flash to pass ..............................25
high beam ............................11,25
replacing bulbs .......................185
turning on and off ....................24
warning chime ..........................15
Heating ........................................26heating and air conditioning
system .......................................26
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage
door opener) ................65,66,67,68
Hood ..........................................151
Ignition .......................................200
positions of the ignition ...........60
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................107
Inspection/
maintenance (I/M) testing .......184
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................194
cluster ...................................8,194
lighting up
panel and interior .....................24
location of components ..............8
Jump-starting your vehicle ......144
Keyless entry system .................82
autolock .....................................76
keypad .......................................82
programming entry code .........83
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............14
positions of the ignition ...........60
Lamps
autolamp system .......................25
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................189
cargo lamps ...............................24
daytime running light ...............24
headlamps .................................24
headlamps, flash to pass ..........25
instrument panel, dimming .....24
interior lamps ....................24,189
replacing bulbs .........185,187,189
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................59
Lights, warning and indicator ......8
air bag ........................................10
air suspension ...........................12
Index
217

Specification chart,
lubricants ............................198,200
Speed control ..............................62
Speedometer ...............................16
Starting your vehicle .........113,115
jump starting ..........................144
Steering
speed sensitive .......................122
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................61
Tilt steering wheel ......................61
Tires ......................140,171,172,173
changing ...........................140,141
checking the pressure ............173
replacing ..................................174
rotating ....................................173
snow tires and chains ............175
tire grades ...............................172
treadwear ................................172
Towing ................................128,173
recreational towing .................131
trailer towing ..........................128
wrecker ....................................149
Traction control ........................120
off light ......................................13
Traction-lok rear axle ...............126
Transmission .............................123fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................164
fluid, refill capacities ..............197
lubricant specifications ...198,200
Trip odometer .............................18
Trunk ...........................................85
remote release .....................71,78
Turn signal .............................11,59
Vehicle dimensions ...................200
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................202
Vehicle loading ..........................127
Ventilating your vehicle ...........117
Warning chimes ......................14,15
Warning lights (see Lights) .........8
Washer fluid ..............................157
Water, Driving through .............132
Windows
power .........................................72
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....157
checking and cleaning ............170
operation ...................................60
replacing wiper blades ...........170
Wrecker towing .........................149
Index
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