1997 Ford Contour Owner's Manual - Page 14
1997 Ford Contour Manual
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Standard Cluster The following warning lights and gauges are on the standard 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. Indicator Lights and Chimes Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt. The following conditions will take place: s 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. s 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. s 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. 12