Mercury 1997 Mystique User manual

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*[PI00560(ALL)05/95] Table of Contents
Introduction ..................... 1
Instrumentation .................... 7
Audio ........................23
Controls and Features .................47
Seating and Safety Restraints ..............83
Starting ...................... 117
Driving ...................... 123
Roadside Emergencies ................ 147
Maintenance and Care ................ 173
Capacities and Specifications ............. 225
Reporting Safety Defects ............... 231
Customer Assistance ................ 233
Accessories ..................... 243
Quick Index .................... 253
Index........................ 263
Service Station Information ............. 284
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Introduction
*[II00200(ALL)01/96] Ford’s Commitment to You
*[II00300(ALL)01/96] At Ford Motor Company, excellence is the continuous
commitment to achieve the best result possible. It is dedication
to learning what you want, determination to develop the right
concept, and execution of that concept with care, precision, and
attention to detail. In short, excellence means being the standard
by which others are judged.
*[II00400(ALL)01/96] Our Guiding Principles
*[II00500(ALL)01/96] ■Quality comes first. For your satisfaction, the quality of our
products and services must be our number one priority.
*[II00600(ALL)01/96] ■You are the focus of everything we do. Our work must be
done with you in mind, providing better products and
services than our competition.
*[II00700(ALL)01/96] ■Continuous improvement is essential to our success. We
must strive for excellence in everything we do: in our
products — in their safety and value — and in our services,
our human relations, our competitiveness, and our
profitability.
*[II00800(ALL)01/96] ■Employee involvement is our way of life. We are a team.
We must treat one another with trust and respect.
*[II00900(ALL)01/96] ■Dealers and suppliers are our partners. We must maintain
mutually beneficial relationships with dealers, suppliers, and
our other business associates.
*[II01000(ALL)01/96] ■Integrity is never compromised. Our conduct worldwide
must be pursued in a manner that is socially responsible and
commands respect for its integrity and for its positive
contributions to society.
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*[II01100(ALL)03/96] Things to Know About Using This Guide
*[II01200(ALL)03/96] Congratulations on the purchase of your new vehicle. This
guide has information about the equipment and the options for
your new vehicle. You may not have bought all of the options
available to you. If you do not know which information applies
to your vehicle, talk to your dealer.
*[II01300(ALL)03/96] This guide describes equipment and gives specifications for
equipment that was in effect when this guide was approved for
printing. Ford may discontinue models or change specifications
or design without any notice and without incurring obligation.
[II01400(ALL)04/96] As you read through your owner guide, carefully read all
Warnings because they tell you how to avoid endangering
yourself, your passengers, and other people.
*[II01500(ALL)03/96] NOTES and WARNINGS
*[II01600(ALL)02/96] NOTES give you additional information about the subject
matter you are referencing.
*[II01700(ALL)01/96] WARNINGS remind you to be especially careful in those areas
where carelessness can cause damage to your vehicle or
personal injury to yourself, your passengers or other people.
Please read all WARNINGS carefully.
*[II01800(ALL)01/96] RWARNING
*[II01900(ALL)01/96] Finding Information in This Guide
*[II02000(ALL)12/95] After you have read this guide once, you will probably return
to it when you have a specific question or need additional
information. To help you find specific information quickly, you
can use the Quick Index or the Index.
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Introduction
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*[II02100(ALL)03/96] The Quick Index at the end of the book provides a page
number following each item which indicates where detailed
information can be found.
*[II02200(ALL)01/96] To use the Index, turn to the back of the book and search in the
alphabetical listing for the word that best describes the
information you need. If the word you chose is not listed, think
of other related words and look them up. We have designed the
Index so that you can find information under a technical term.
%*[II02300(ALL)01/96] Canadian Owners — French Version
*[II02400(ALL)01/96] French Owner Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by
writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service
Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y
4G3.
%*[II02500(ALL)01/96] Your Maintenance Schedule and Record
Booklet
*[II02600(ALL)03/96] The Maintenance Schedule booklet lists the services that are most
important for keeping your vehicle in good condition. A record
log is also provided to help you keep track of all services
performed.
%*[II02700(ALL)01/96] About the Warranties
*[II02800(ALL)01/96] Your vehicle is covered by three types of warranties: Basic
Vehicle Warranty,Extended Warranties on certain parts, and
Emissions Warranties.
%*[II02900(ALL)01/96] Read your Warranty Information Booklet carefully to find out
about your vehicle’s warranties and your basic rights and
responsibilities.
*[II03000(ALL)03/96] If you lose your Warranty Information Booklet, you can get a new
one free of charge. Contact any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer,
or refer to the addresses and phone numbers on the first page
of this Owner’s Guide.
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%*[II03100(ALL)03/96] Ford Extended Service Plan
*[II03150(ALL)04/96]
More Protection for Your Vehicle
*[II03175(ALL)04/96] You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by
purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP). Ford ESP
is the only extended service program with the Ford name on it
and the only service contract backed by Ford Motor Company.
*[II03200(ALL)04/96] Ford ESP is an optional service contract, backed and
administered by Ford. It provides:
*[II03225(ALL)04/96] ■protection against repair costs after your Bumper to Bumper
Warranty expires;
*[II03250(ALL)04/96] and
*[II03275(ALL)04/96] ■other benefits during the warranty period (such as:
reimbursement for rentals; coverage for certain maintenance
and wear items).
*[II03300(ALL)04/96] You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford Motor
Company dealer. There are several Ford ESP plans available in
various time-and-mileage combinations. Each plan can be
tailored to fit your own driving needs, including reimbursement
benefits for towing and rental. (In Hawaii, rules vary. See your
dealer for details.)
*[II03325(ALL)04/96] When you buy Ford ESP, you receive peace-of-mind protection
throughout the United States and Canada, provided by a
network of more than 5,100 participating Ford Motor Company
dealers.
*[II03350(ALL)04/96] NOTE: Repairs performed outside the United States and
Canada are not eligible for ESP coverage.
*[II03375(ALL)04/96] This information is subject to change, ask your dealer for
complete details about Ford ESP coverage.
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%*[II03500(ALL)01/96] Breaking Your Vehicle In
*[II03600(ALL)01/96] Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or break-in
period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) that you drive it.
During the break-in period, you need to pay careful attention to
how you drive your vehicle.
%*[II03700(ALL)01/96] ■Avoid sudden stops. Because your vehicle has new brake
linings, you should take these steps:
*[II03800(ALL)01/96] — Watch traffic carefully so that you can anticipate when to
stop.
*[II03900(ALL)01/96] — Begin braking well in advance.
*[II04000(ALL)01/96] — Apply the brakes gradually.
*[II04100(ALL)01/96] The break-in period for new brake linings lasts for 100 miles
(160 km) of city driving or 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of
highway driving.
%*[II04200(ALL)03/96] ■Use only the type of engine oil that Ford recommends. See
Engine oil recommendations in the Index. Do not use special
“break-in” oils.
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Instrumentation
%*[IS00200(ALL)01/96] The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided
into several different sections. The illustrations on the following
pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are
described in this chapter. Some items shown may not be on all
vehicles.
%*[IS00300(ALL)01/96] The main controls for the climate control system, clock, and
radio are on the instrument panel.
%*[IS00400(ALL)03/96] NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss (shine)
of the upper part of the instrument panel should be
avoided. The dull finish in this area is to help protect
the driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
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*[IS01100( Z)01/96] In your vehicle, the warning lights and gauges are grouped
together on the instrument panel. We call this grouping a
cluster.
[IS01200( Z)12/95] Your vehicle has a sport cluster.
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[IS01400(ALL)03/96] 33-1/2 pica art:0000012-H The sport cluster
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[IS01700( Z)12/95] Sport Cluster
*[IS01800( Z)12/95] The following warning lights and gauges are on the sport
cluster. All of the warning lights and gauges alert you to
possible problems with your vehicle. The following sections
detail what each of these indicators means.
%*[IS01900(ALL)04/96] Indicator Lights and Chimes
%*[IS02000(ALL)03/96] Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
*[IS02100(ALL)03/96] This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety
belt. The following conditions will take place:
*[IS02200(ALL)03/96] ■If the driver’s safety belt is not buckled when the ignition is
turned to the ON position, the light will turn on for 1 to 2
minutes and the chime will sound for 4 to 8 seconds.
*[IS02300(ALL)03/96] ■If the driver’s safety belt is buckled while the light is on or
the chime is sounding, both the light and the chime will turn
off.
*[IS02400(ALL)03/96] ■If the driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition is
turned to the ON position, neither the light nor the chime
will turn on.
[IS02500(ALL)12/95]
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%*[IS02600(ALL)01/96] Brake System Warning Light
*[IS02700(ALL)03/96] The warning light for the brakes can show two things — that
the parking brake is not fully released, or that the brake fluid
level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is
low, the brake system should be checked by a qualified service
technician.
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*[IS02900(ALL)12/95] This light comes on when the parking brake is set, or if it is not
set, it comes on briefly when you turn the ignition to the
START position. It normally goes off shortly after the engine
starts and you release the parking brake. If the light stays on
after you have fully released the parking brake, have the
hydraulic brake system serviced by your dealer or a qualified
service technician.
*[IS03000(ALL)03/96] RWARNING
The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be
working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately.
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%*[IS03100(ALL)01/96] Charging System Light
*[IS03200(ALL)01/96] This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and
that you need to have the electrical system checked.
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*[IS03400(ALL)03/96] This light illuminates every time you turn the ignition to the
ON or START position (engine off). The light should go off
when the engine starts and the alternator begins to charge.
*[IS03500(ALL)03/96] If the light stays on or illuminates when the engine is running,
have the electrical system checked as soon as possible.
%*[IS03600(ALL)01/96] Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
*[IS03700(ALL)12/95] This light indicates the engine’s oil pressure, not the oil level.
However, if your engine’s oil level is low, it could affect the oil
pressure. The light will come on briefly when you turn your
key to the START and ON position. The light should stay off
when the engine is running with normal oil pressure. If the
light comes on while the engine is running, you have lost oil
pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine
damage.
[IS03800(ALL)12/95]
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*[IS03850(ALL)04/96] If you lose engine oil pressure:
*[IS03900(ALL)04/96] 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
*[IS04000(ALL)03/96] 2. Shut off the engine immediately. If you do not stop the
engine as soon as safely possible, severe engine damage
could result.
*[IS04100(ALL)12/95] 3. Check the engine’s oil level, following the instructions on
checking and adding engine oil in this Owner Guide. (See
Engine oil in the Index.) If you do not follow these
instructions, engine damage could result. To ensure an
accurate reading, your vehicle should be on level ground.
*[IS04200(ALL)12/95] 4. If the level is low, add only as much oil as necessary to
bring it to the full level before you start the engine again.
Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine if the light is on,
regardless of the oil level. Contact your nearest dealer for
further service actions.
%*[IS04300(ALL)03/96] High Beam Light
*[IS04400(ALL)03/96] This light illuminates when the headlamps are turned to high
beam or when you flash the lights.
[IS04500(ALL)12/95] If the high beam light flashes in a vehicle equipped with the
Daytime Running Light (DRL) system (Canada), it indicates a
failure in the DRL circuit. Check the bulbs and fuses or have
the DRL system checked by your dealer or a qualified service
technician.
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*[IS04700(ALL)08/95] Chime for Headlamps On
[IS04800(ALL)12/95] This chime sounds if the driver’s door is open when the parking
lamps or headlamps are on. The chime sounds until you close
the door or turn off the lamps.
%*[IS04900(ALL)03/96] Air Bag Readiness Light
*[IS05000(ALL)03/96] The air bag supplemental restraint system uses a readiness light
and a tone to indicate the condition of the system. The
readiness light is in the instrument cluster. When you turn the
ignition key to ON, this light will illuminate for approximately
six (6) seconds and then turn off. This indicates that the system
is operating normally. NOTE: Maintenance of the air bag system
is not required.
[IS05100(ALL)12/95] A problem with the system is indicated by one or more of the
following: the readiness light will either flash or stay lit, or it
will not light or a group of five beeps will be heard.
*[IS05200(ALL)03/96] RWARNING
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have
the air bag system serviced at your Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.
[IS05300(ALL)12/95]
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[IS05320(ALL)02/96] Traction Control System Light (If equipped)
[IS05340(ALL)02/96] This light comes on when the traction control system has been
disengaged. It may come on or flash on and off while traction
control is operating.
[IS05360(ALL)02/96] If the light stays on for more than three (3) seconds after the
ignition is turned to the ON position or does not come on when
the T/C OFF button is pressed, have the traction control system
checked by a qualified technician as soon as possible.
[IS05380(ALL)02/96]
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%*[IS05400(ALL)03/96] Check Engine Warning Light
[IS05501(ALL)04/96] This light illuminates when the engine’s Emission Control
System requires service. It will also illuminate when the ignition
key is in the ON position and the engine is off.
[IS05700(ALL)12/95]
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[IS06500(ALL)12/95] Overdrive Off Indicator (Automatic Transaxle Only)
[IS06600(ALL)12/95] This light tells you that the Transaxle Control Switch (TCS) on
the gearshift lever has been pushed. When the light is on, the
transaxle will not shift into overdrive. Depressing the TCS
button located below the gearshift release button on the shifter
will return the vehicle to “overdrive on” mode. The transaxle
will be in the “overdrive on” mode when the vehicle is started
even if the O/D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was
last shut off.
[IS06700(ALL)12/95] If the light does not come on when the TCS is depressed or if
the light flashes when you are driving, have your vehicle
serviced at the first opportunity.
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%*[IS06900(ALL)03/96] Turn Signal Indicator Lights
*[IS07000(ALL)03/96] The turn signal arrow will flash to indicate the direction in
which you are going to be turning.
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