Mercury Grand Marquis 1998 User manual

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Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 3
Controls and features 23
Seating and safety restraints 57
Starting and driving
Starting 77
Driving 82
Roadside emergencies 94
Servicing
Maintenance and care 107
Capacities and specifications 142
Reporting safety defects 148
Index 149
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Copyright r1997 Ford Motor Company
Contents
1

ICONS
Indicates a warning. Read the
following section on Warnings for a
full explanation.
Indicates vehicle information related
to recycling and other
environmental concerns will follow.
Correct vehicle usage and the
authorized disposal of waste
cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards
protecting the environment.
WARNINGS
Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal
injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its
equipment.
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the
first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is
necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.
If possible, you should avoid full use of the brakes for the first 1 600 km
(1 000 miles).
INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE
The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing.
Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring
obligation.
Introduction
2

Instrumentation
3

BAS
SEEK
TUNE
VOL - PUSH ON
HI
LO F
S
OFF
E
CHECK
ENGINE
AIR
SUSP OD OFF
BRAKE
TEMP OIL
VOLTS FUEL
MPH km/h
10
20
30
40 50 60 70 80 90
100
11 0
120
20
40
60
80 100 120 140
160
180
200
HH
LC
FH
L<FUEL FILL DOOR
NORM A/C
MAX A/C
OUTSIDE TEMP
12
CD
AM
FM
R.DEF.
AUTO
LAMP 0FF
PANEL
DIM
PUSH INTERIOR
P R N D 2 1
OFF
ON
RSM
SET
ACC
COAST
Driver side air
bag
(pg. 67)
Instrument
cluster
(pg. 22)
Rear window
defroster control
(pg. 24)
Tilt steering
wheel lever
(pg. 35)
Instrument panel
dimmer switch
(pg. 23)
Headlamp control
(pg. 23)
Speed control*
(pg. 36)
Gearshift lever
(pg. 87)
Turn signal and
wiper/washer
control
(pg. 34)
*if equipped
Instrumentation
4

S
VENT FLOOR FLR•DEF DEF
HI
LO
AUTOMATIC
OFF
F
AUTO
REW
SIDE 1-2
FF
SCAN
EJ
TREB BAL FADE
3456
f
w
DOLBY B NR
FM1
ST
CLK
TAPE
AMS
HM
Electronic sound
system
(pg. 33) Passenger side air
bag
(pg. 67)
Climate control
systems
(pg. 25)
Clock
(pg. 33)
Instrumentation
5

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
Standard instrument cluster
Optional instrument cluster
Low fuel
Illuminates when the fuel level is
low. The lamp will also illuminate
when the ignition is turned to ON
and the engine is off.
Check engine
Your vehicle is equipped with a
computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This
system is commonly known as the
On Board Diagnostics System (OBD
E
LOW
FUEL CHECK ENGINE
AIR
SUSP OD OFF
BRAKE AIR
BAG
TEMP OIL
VOLTS FUEL
MPH km/h
10
20
30
40 50 60 70 80 90
100
11 0
120
20
40
60
80 100 120 140
160
180
200
HH
LC
FH
L<FUEL FILL DOOR
TRAC
CNTL
0000000
0
000
+–
F
E
/
2
1
N
O
R
M
H
C
LTR
GAL
TO
EMPTY
km/h
MPH
km
S
CHECK
ENGINE
AIR
BAG
SPEED CONTROL
P R N D 2 1
CHECK
TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km
AIR SUSPENSION
OVERDRIVE OFF DOOR AJAR
LOW
WASHER
FLUID
DIST TO
EMPTY
TRIP
A
AVG
ECON
TRIP
B
INST
ECON
AVG
SPEED
km
MILES
/GAL
LOW
FUEL
CHECK
ENGINE
Instrumentation
6

II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your
vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II
system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your
vehicle.
The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first
turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the
engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be
malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern
being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require
towing.
What you should do if the check engine light illuminates
Light turns on solid:
This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction.
Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check Engine light to
illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run
poorly.)
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely
tightened.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely tightening
the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other
temporary malfunctions present, the Check Engine light should turn off.
(A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed
city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.
If the Check Engine light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the
first available opportunity.
Light is blinking:
Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter.
You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and
deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available
opportunity.
Instrumentation
7

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures
could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior
floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.
Air bag readiness
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned ON. If the light
fails to illuminate, continues to flash
or remains on, have the system
serviced immediately.
Safety belt
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
to remind you to fasten your safety
belts. For more information, refer to
the Seating and safety restraints
chapter.
Brake system warning (if equipped)
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
and the engine is off. If brake
warning lamp does not illuminate at
this time, seek service immediately.
Also illuminates when the parking brake is engaged. Illumination after
releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake
system should be inspected immediately.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped)
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned on and the engine
is off. If the light does not illuminate
momentarily at start up, remains on
or continues to flash, the ABS needs
to be serviced. 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 parking brake released.
AIR
BAG
!
BRAKE
ABS
Instrumentation
8

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 to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care
chapter.
High beams
Illuminates when the high beam
headlamps are turned on.
Charging system
Illuminates when the ignition is
turned to the ON position and the
engine is off. The light also
illuminates when the battery is not
charging properly, requiring
electrical system service.
Engine oil pressure (if equipped)
Illuminates when the oil pressure
falls below the normal range. Stop
the vehicle as soon as safely
possible and switch off the engine
immediately. Check the oil level and
add oil if needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Care
chapter.
This lamp also illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and the
engine is off.
Instrumentation
9