User manual MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS 1998

[. . . ] Contents Before driving Introduction Instrumentation Controls and features Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting Driving Roadside emergencies Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and specifications Reporting safety defects Index 107 142 148 149 77 82 94 2 3 23 57 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright 1997 Ford Motor Company 1 Introduction ICONS Indicates a warning. Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. [. . . ] If the engine does not start within five seconds, wait ten seconds and try again. If the engine does not start in two attempts or if the temperature is below -12°C (10°F), depress the accelerator and start the engine while holding the accelerator down. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake and release the parking brake. Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting, warms up the engine faster and allows the heater-defroster system to respond quickly. Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach -23°C (-10°F) or below. For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle. Using the heater for longer than three hours will not harm the engine, so the heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle. To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. 80 Starting Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever: · the vehicle is raised for service. Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area for long periods of time, open the windows at least 2. 5 cm (one inch). Adjust the heating or air conditioning (if equipped) to bring in fresh air. Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves and other debris. 81 Driving BRAKES Your brakes are self-adjusting. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle's brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applied. Such noises are usually heard during the first few brake applications in the morning; however, they may be heard at any time while braking and can be aggravated by environmental conditions such as cold, heat, moisture, road dust, salt or mud. If a "metal-to-metal, " "continuous grinding" or "continuous squeal" sound is present while braking, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped) On vehicles equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel, bumps, wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle's anti-lock brake system. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician. The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during brake applications and compensating for this tendency. The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied. [. . . ] If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder. If a spark plug needs to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the service number suffix letter as shown on the engine decal. 142 Capacities and specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Engine oil (includes filter change) Brake fluid Ford Part Name Capacity Motorcraft 5W30 Super 4. 7L (5. 0 quarts) Premium Motor Oil High Performance DOT 3 Fill to line on Motor Vehicle Brake reservoir Fluid Motorcraft MERCON Fill to line on ATF reservoir Motorcraft MERCON V 13. 1L (13. 9 quarts) ATF 2 13. 3L (14. 1 quarts) N/A 71. 9L (19. 0 gallons) Motorcraft SAE 80W90 1. 8-1. 9L (3. 75-4. 0 Rear Axle Lubricant pints) Ultra-Clear Windshield Fill to line on Washer Concentrate reservoir Power steering fluid Transmission fluid Engine coolant Fuel tank Rear axle fluid1 Windshield washer fluid 1 Add 118 ml (4 oz. ) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546­A, Ford specification EST-M2C118­A 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. [. . . ]