1996 Mercury Grand Marquis Owner's Manual
1996 Mercury Grand Marquis Manual
1996 Mercury Grand Marquis manual content summary:
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Lights and Gauges ...47 Instrument Panel Controls ...87 Steering Column Controls ...111 Features ...123 Electronic Sound Systems ...149 Driving Your Grand Marquis ...171 Roadside Emergencies ...195 Customer Assistance ...213 Reporting Safety Defects ...221 Accessories ...225 Servicing Your Grand - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Information Ford's Commitment to You Our Guiding Principles u Quality comes first. For your satisfaction, the quality of our products and services must be our number one priority. work must be done with you in mind, providing better products and services than our competition. u You are the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 5
or personal injury to yourself, your passengers or other people. Please read all WARNINGS carefully. RWARNING Finding Information in This Guide 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 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 6
for keeping your vehicle in good condition. A record log is also provided to help you keep track of all services performed. About the Warranties Your vehicle is covered by three types of warranties: Basic Vehicle Warranty, Extended Warranties on certain parts, and Emissions Warranties. Read your - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 7
any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer, or refer to the addresses and phone numbers on the first page of this owner guide. Buying a Ford Extended Service Plan If you bought to stop. - Begin braking well in advance. - Apply the brakes gradually. 4 has new brake linings, you should take these steps: - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 8
brake linings lasts for 100 miles (160 km) of city driving or 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of highway driving. u Use only the type of engine oil that Ford recommends. See Engine Electronic Powertrain Control Module that limits engine and/or that continual improvement in customer satisfaction is a high - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 9
your vehicle while it sits in direct sunlight u Wash your vehicle while the body is hot Polish your vehicle to remove harmful deposits and protect the finish. Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts Wash chrome and aluminum parts with a mild detergent. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, fuel, or - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 10
on how to properly use these safety belts. Also see Safety Restraints for Children in this chapter for special instructions about using safety belts for children. RWARNING Make sure that you and your passengers wear safety belts. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 11
could increase the risk and/or severity of injury in a collision. RWARNING Never drive or ride with a twisted or jammed safety belt. If you cannot untwist or unjam the safety belt, see the nearest qualified technician immediately. RWARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 12
While your vehicle is in motion, the combination lap and shoulder belt adjusts to your movement. However, if you brake hard, corner hard or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the lap and shoulder belt locks and helps reduce your forward movement. After you get into your - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 13
operate in two ways: Vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode In this operating mode, the shoulder belt retractor will allow the occupant freedom of movement, locking tight only on hard braking, hard cornering or impacts of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more. The retractor can also be made to - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 14
outboard seats where dual locking retractors are provided. To switch the retractor from the emergency locking mode to the automatic locking mode, perform the following steps: 1. 2. Buckle the lap/shoulder combination belt. Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 15
switch back to the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. See the detailed instructions under Safety Seats for Children in this chapter. Shoulder Belt shoulder belt is off your shoulder or on your upper arm, there is a greater risk of severe injury in a collision. BE SURE THE BELT IS PROPERLY - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 16
The shoulder belt height adjuster The shoulder belt height adjuster RWARNING The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not around the waist. 13 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 17
1. Push the release button in the center of the buckle. This allows the tongue to unlatch from the buckle. Unfastening the outboard lap/shoulder belts 2. While the belt retracts, guide the tongue to its stowed position. If you do not guide the tongue, it may strike you or part of the vehicle. 14 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 18
Lap Belts - Center Seating Positions The lap belts in the center of the front and rear seats do not adjust automatically. You must adjust them to fit snugly and as low as possible around your hips. Do not wear them around your waist. Pull the belt across your hips and insert the tongue into the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 19
the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure that they work properly and are not damaged. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle support assemblies (slide bar) (if equipped - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 20
designed to supplement the protection provided to properly belted occupants in moderate to severe frontal collisions. The supplemental air bag system does not provide restraint to the lower body. The Importance of Wearing Safety Belts RWARNING Safety belts must be worn by all vehicle occupants to - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 21
very important reasons to use safety belts even with an air bag system. Use your safety belts to: u help keep you in the proper position (away from the air bag) when it inflates u reduce the risk of harm in rollover, side or rear impact collisions, because an air bag is not designed to inflate in - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 22
compartment of the instrument panel, or lean over near the air bag cover when the vehicle is moving. All occupants should sit with their backs against the seatback, move the seat to the most rearward position if possible and use the safety belts. Children weighing less than 40 lbs. (18 kg) always - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 23
air bag. Failure to follow this instruction may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. For additional important safety information on the proper use of seat belts, child seats, and infant seats, please read the other sections of this part of the Owner Guide, especially - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 24
The location of the air bag and warning labels If a collision occurs, the sensors sense the severity of the impact and activates the air bags if necessary. The air bag system is designed to deploy in frontal and front-angled collisions more severe than hitting a parked vehicle (of similar size and - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 25
RWARNING Air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. Inflated driver side air bag 22 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 26
side air bag RWARNING If the air bag is inflated, THE AIR BAG WILL NOT FUNCTION AGAIN AND MUST BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. The air bag system uses a readiness light and a tone to indicate the condition - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 27
u it will not light immediately after the ignition is turned on, or u a group of five beeps will be heard. If any of these things happen, have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the air bag supplemental restraint system may not function - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 28
allowed to ride in the cargo area. Persons not riding in a seat with a fastened seat belt are much RWARNING Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions included with the safety seat you put in stop or collision. RWARNING Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 29
seats move the passenger seat as far back from the instrument panel as possible. NEVER child. Always follow the safety seat manufacturer's instructions when installing and using the safety seat. Lincoln-Mercury dealer. When installing a child safety seat, be sure to use the correct safety belt buckle - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 30
MUST ALWAYS BE PLACED IN THE REAR SEAT. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury. All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or by the lap portion of a lap-shoulder belt. RWARNING If you do not properly secure the safety seat, the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 31
. If you choose to install a child safety seat or infant carrier in the front seating positions, move vehicle seat as far back as possible. 1. 2. Position the child seat in the center of the passenger seat. Pull down on shoulder belt, then grasp shoulder belt and lap belt together. Figure 1. 28 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 32
3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. See Figure 2. Be sure that the belt webbing is not twisted. Routing the lap/shoulder belt 29 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 33
4. Insert the belt tongue into the buckle for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage. Figure 3. Make sure tongue is latched securely to buckle by pulling on tongue. Buckling the belt 30 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 34
mode 6. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder webbing. A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts. This indicates the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. Push down on the child seat while you pull up on the belt to remove any slack in the belt. Figures 5 and 6. 31 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 35
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tug it forward to make sure that the seat is securely held in place, Figure 7. Checking that the seat is secure 8. Double check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. Try to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot, the belt is in the automatic locking mode, Figure 8. 33 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 37
the belt, hold the tongue so that its bottom is perpendicular to the direction of webbing while sliding the tongue up the webbing. Place the child safety seat in the center seating position. Route the tongue and webbing through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 38
steps 5 through 6, or properly install the child seat in a different position. 5. 6. Safety Belts for Children Children who are too large for child safety seats should always wear safety belts. (See instructions with your child seat, or contact its manufacturer, to determine maximum size of child - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 39
in front of the child's face or neck, or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs, or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge of the seat cushion - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 40
remove the key. The LOCK feature helps to protect your vehicle from theft. OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel or the automatic transmission gearshift lever. ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 41
. The START position also allows you to test the brake warning light. Removing the Key From the Ignition 1. 2. 3. 4. Put the gearshift in P (Park). Set the parking brake fully. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. Remove the key. NOTE: The automatic transmission gearshift must be in P (Park) to move the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 42
have problems getting your vehicle started. See Starting Your Engine in instructions. Before you start your vehicle, do the following: 1. Make sure you and all your passengers buckle your safety belts. See Safety Restraints in the Index for more details. Make sure the headlamps and other accessories - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 43
started. If you have difficulty in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding. For a cold engine: 4. u At temperatures 10˚F (-12˚C) and below: If the engine does not start in fifteen (15) seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 44
drive away in the normal manner. If the engine still does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been triggered. For directions on how to reset the switch see Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch later in this chapter. A computer system controls the engine's idle speed. When you start your vehicle - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 45
idle speed does not slow down automatically, do not allow your vehicle to idle for more than 10 minutes. Have the vehicle checked. RWARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. RWARNING - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 46
area. Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of time with the engine running. Exhaust fumes are toxic. See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in this chapter for more instructions. RWARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 47
and body ventilation systems checked whenever: u your vehicle is raised for service u the sound of the exhaust system changes u your vehicle has been damaged in a collision Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris. If the engine is idling - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 48
Does Not Start After a Collision Fuel System Shut-off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start after a collision, the fuel system shut-off switch may have been triggered. The shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the fuel system when your vehicle has been involved in - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 49
switch or try to start your vehicle. Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing service. If your engine vehicle again. Check all vehicle warning lights before driving the vehicle. 4. 5. 6. Pushing Vehicles with automatic transmissions cannot be - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 50
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. In your vehicle, the warning lights and gauges are grouped together in the instrument cluster and the indicator - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 51
The mechanical cluster 48 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 52
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. RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately. 49 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 53
by a qualified service technician. Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is also lit. The Anti-Lock Brake System has self-check capabilities. As previously described, the system turns on the anti-lock light each time you start your engine. After the engine is started and - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 54
, have the braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible. NOTE: If a fault occurs in the anti-lock system, and the brake warning light is not lit, the anti-lock system is disabled but normal brake function remains operational. Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime This - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 55
either of these things happen, have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Charging System Light This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and that you need to have the electrical system checked. This light comes on every time you turn the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 56
on or comes on when the engine is running, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. Overdrive Off Indicator This light tells you that the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) on the gearshift lever has been pushed. When the light is on, the transmission will not shift into overdrive - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 57
High Beam Light This light comes on when the headlamps are turned to high beam or when you flash the lights. Low Fuel Alert Light This light comes on when your fuel gauge indicates between 1/8 and 1/16 of a tank. Your car must be turned to ON for this light to come on. 54 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 58
from ON to OFF and ON again. If the light still glows, check to see if the air suspension switch is OFF. If it is OFF, push the switch ON. If it is ON, push the switch OFF and have the system checked as soon as possible. 2. Check Engine Warning Light The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 59
systems. You do not need to have your vehicle towed in. If the light turns on and off at one (1) second intervals while you are driving the vehicle, it means that the engine is misfiring. If this condition persists, damage could occur to the engine or catalytic convertor. Have your vehicle serviced - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 60
to crank. It is not necessary to have the engine serviced. Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed. If the Check Engine Warning Light comes on and you suspect that the fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off the road as - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 61
only when the ignition switch is ON. For proper fuel gauge indication after adding fuel, turn the ignition switch OFF while refueling the vehicle pointer moves from the C (cold) mark into the NORMAL band as your engine coolant warms up. Under normal driving conditions, the pointer should stay in - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 62
the road as soon as safely possible. Turn off the engine. Let the engine cool. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL. Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine, see Engine Coolant in the Index. If you do not follow these - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 63
the NORMAL band while the battery is charging. If you are running electrical accessories (when the engine is off, or idling at a low speed), the pointer may move toward the lower end of the NORMAL band. If it stays outside the NORMAL band, have your vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as it - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 64
immediately or severe engine damage could result. Check the engine's oil level, following the instructions on checking and adding engine oil, see the Engine Oil in the Index. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured. To assure an accurate reading, your car should be on - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 65
For more information about adding oil, see Engine Oil Recommendations in the Index. The Electronic Cluster used to indicate that all of the warning/indicator lights are working properly. Your electronic cluster tells you about the condition of your vehicle by using two types of equipment: u warning - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 66
Electronic cluster 63 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 67
. It is identified by a thermometer symbol, an "H" (hot), and a "C" (cold). The "NORMAL" indicates the normal operating range. The bars will move into the normal operating range as the engine coolant warms up. It is acceptable under certain driving conditions such as, heavy stop and go traffic, or - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 68
3. Let the engine cool. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL. Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine, see Engine Coolant in the Index. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured. 4. If - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 69
necessary to monitor the operation of the powertrain. The OBD II system is designed to check the function of the vehicle's powertrain control system during normal operation. If an emission problem is detected, the Check Engine Warning Light (in the cluster) is turned on. Modification or additions to - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 70
of engine start from a cold condition (engine at ambient temperature) and running until the engine reaches normal operating temperature. On the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off as soon as the engine begins to crank. It is not necessary to have the engine serviced - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 71
certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed. If the Check Engine Warning Light comes on and you suspect that the fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the engine. Remove and - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 72
begins to charge. If this light stays on or comes on while your engine is running, this tells you that your battery is not being charged and that you need to have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. Engine Oil Pressure Light This light indicates the engine oil pressure, not the oil - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 73
of the oil level. Contact your nearest dealer for service as soon as possible. 3. 4. For more information about adding oil, see Adding engine oil in the Servicing Your Vehicle chapter of this guide. Turn Signal Indicator Lights The turn signal arrow will flash to indicate the direction - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 74
Speed Control Indicator Light This light comes on when the speed control system is actively maintaining the set speed. It will go off when the brakes are used or if the speed control is turned off. This light does not indicate any problems but is only a convenience to tell when the speed control is - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 75
fuel remaining or distance to empty functions display CO or CS, then there is a problem. Take your vehicle in for service. When you turn the ignition key to the ON or ACC position, all the display segments will light up, then go off for a second indicating the gauge is working. Then the gauge - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 76
A problem is indicated if the fuel gauge bar graph displays only the top two and bottom two bars and the message center display for Distance To Empty or Fuel Remaining functions display the letters "CO" or "CS". If this happens, contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. Speedometer The - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 77
displays the word "ERROR" contact your dealer for service. The Electronic Message Center (If equipped) Along with information the warning lights and gauges provide, the electronic message center lets you: u see problems such as Door Ajar, Air Suspension, Trunk Ajar, Washer Fluid drive with the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 78
All of the message center functions are controlled by the three switches located just below the message center display: u E/M - Changes the electronic instrument u Reset - Sets the selected function to zero (if resettable). cluster display to read in either English or Metric units. u Select - - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 79
you DIST TO EMPTY - Distance to Empty (DTE) Message center display showing the DTE function selected This function estimates how many miles or kilometers you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under standard driving conditions. Remember to turn off the ignition when filling up with - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 80
of the last 500 miles (800 Km) driven. If "CO" or "CS" is displayed, this means that there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. AVG ECON - Average Fuel Economy Select this function to display your average fuel economy in - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 81
may be different than displayed because of: u Your vehicle not being perfectly level during fill-up u Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations fill-up to another u Variations in top-off procedure from one u Rounding of the displayed values to the INST - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 82
TRIP A and TRIP B - Elapsed Distance Traveled These two functions of the message center allow you to see how far you have traveled since you last reset. Trip A and Trip B are completely independent and must be reset individually. To - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 83
a tone for one (1) second, and then the light will remain on to indicate that the air suspension switch (located in the trunk on the right side) is off or to indicate a possible system fault. If the light is displayed while driving and the air suspension switch is not turned off, safely pull off the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 84
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. If this condition persists, damage could occur to the transmission. Low Washer Fluid Light This light comes on when there is less than a quarter of the container - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 85
when you turn the ignition to ON. With the ignition on this light will flash five (5) times and sound a tone for one (1) second, and then the light will remain on. Trunk Ajar Light If the trunk is not completely closed, this light comes on when you turn the ignition to ON. With the ignition - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 86
what each of these indicators mean. The indicator lamp module Anti-Theft System Light (If equipped) The anti-theft system light illuminates to remind you that the anti-theft system has been activated. The indicator light remains on steadily for approximately 30 seconds after the last door is - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 87
by a qualified service technician. Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is also lit. The Anti-Lock Brake System has self-check capabilities. As previously described, the system turns on the anti-lock light each time you start your engine. After the engine is started and - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 88
braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible. NOTE: If a fault occurs in the anti-lock system, and the brake warning light is not lit, the anti-lock system is disabled but normal brake function remains operational. Brake System Light The warning light for the brakes - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 89
after the engine starts and you release the parking brake. If the light stays on or comes on after you have released the parking brake fully, have the hydraulic brake system serviced. RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 90
Instrument Panel Controls Grand Marquis instrument panel 87 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 91
different climate control systems. The two systems are: u a manual heating and air conditioning system u an electronic automatic temperature control system If you are not sure which system your vehicle has, see the diagrams on the following pages. The Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System You - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 92
The controls for the manual heating and air conditioning system For maximum heating, move the SELECT as necessary to provide the volume of air required. For ventilation, move the SELECT knob to VENT and select the temperature and blower speed desired. To cool the inside of your vehicle quickly, in - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 93
needs. The thumbwheel controls the volume of air and the knob in the center of the register controls direction up or down or side to side. Electronic Automatic Temperature Control System The control for your Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) is located at the center of the instrument - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 94
for the electronic automatic temperature control To turn your EATC on, push the AUTOMATIC button or any of the six override buttons along the bottom of the control. To turn your EATC off, press the OFF button. When the system is off, the display window will be blank (dark) except when OUTSIDE - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 95
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control will do the rest. If you want continuous maximum cooling, push system is operating. It will indicate the selected temperature and the operating function you have chosen; AUTO or one of the six manual overrides. It will also indicate manual (thumbwheel) control - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 96
or cool to achieve the set temperature. Under normal conditions, your EATC will need no additional attention. When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to the floor. But, a feature is included in your EATC to prevent blowing cold air to the floor if the engine coolant - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 97
and BLUE buttons at the upper left of the Control are for temperature selection. The RED button will RED). Then, the set temperature will jump 5˚ and stop at either 60˚F (16˚C) which is maximum cooling or 90˚F (32˚C) which is maximum heating. The average temperature range used is between 68˚F (20 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 98
the window can be set for either 0˚F or 0˚C. Your car may have an English/Metric (E/M) Button to change your speedometer will change. If you continue to press the two buttons, the display will continuously switch between 0˚F and 0˚C. If the temperature display does not agree with the speedometer on - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 99
Fan speed and thumbwheel Your EATC automatically adjusts the fan speed to the existing conditions. You must push AUTOMATIC for automatic fan speed operation. To control the fan speed yourself, use the thumbwheel which will cancel the automatic fan speed control. The thumbwheel is located at the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 100
to be automatically controlled. Manual override buttons system to control temperature or the fan speed. Return to fully Automatic operation by pushing the AUTOMATIC button. MAX A/C button The MAX A/C feature allows for faster cooling because air is drawn from inside the car. Using inside air - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 101
button When you push this button, you select air conditioning using outside air. The Display window will indicate A/C under the selected temperature. The cooled air will flow from the instrument panel registers. The fan speed will continue on automatic. VENT button Push this button to select outside - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 102
temperature is about 50˚F (10˚C) and above, the air will be dehumidified to remove moisture. This will help prevent fogging in humid weather. . Then, the outside temperature will return to the window. If a manual override is pressed or the thumbwheel is rotated while the outside temperature is - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 103
your engine. This will help to prevent windshield fogging. After a few minutes of operation, switch to AUTOMATIC or an override selection of your choice. vehicle, always drive with the EATC System turned on. interfere with the flow of air to the back seat area. intake area of your EATC System which - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 104
Service If your EATC is not operating as described here, take it to your dealer to have it checked. System diagnostics are built in which will allow your dealer to readily identify problems that might occur. Rear Window Defroster The defroster for the rear window clears frost, fog, or thin ice from - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 105
in the OFF position, and u The vehicle is running, and u The vehicle has a fully released parking brake. NOTE: If you have a vehicle with an automatic lighting system, the DRL system is active until the automatic system turns on the headlamps. NOTE: The high beam indicator will not turn on in the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 106
Exterior Lights To turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, side markers, and tail lamps, use the rotary knob that is to the left of the steering wheel. The knob that controls the headlamps and parking lamps When you turn on the headlamps, the parking lamps, tail lamps, and side markers automatically - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 107
. You can use the autolamp to: u turn on the lamps automatically at night u turn off the lamps automatically during daylight u keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after you turn the key to OFF. The autolamp system on the left side of the instrument panel To activate the autolamp - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 108
Do not put any articles on top of the photocell that is located in the top left corner of the instrument panel. This photocell controls the autolamp. If you cover it, the photocell reacts as if it is nighttime, and the lamps turn on. You can adjust the autolamp to - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 109
lamps or headlamps illuminated, you can brighten or dim the lights in the instrument panel. To do this, locate the switch above the headlight control knob and press it up (to brighten the lights) or down (to dim the lights). To turn the interior lights on and off, push the headlamp knob in. The - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 110
level, the exterior lights will also illuminate. These lights automatically turn off after 25 seconds or when you turn the ignition key to ON or ACC. The inside lights will not turn off if you have turned them on manually or if a door is open. Tips on the illuminated entry system: u The illuminated - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 111
the Map and Reading Lamps Your vehicle has two map lamps for the passenger and the driver. To turn on the map lamps, push the switch next to each lamp. Front seat map and dome lamps The dual beam map lamps are located on each side of the dome lamp. Each - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 112
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps (If equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a courtesy/reading lamp located at the rear-center of the headliner (roof). The right lamp is for the right side passenger and the left lamp is for the left side passenger. Rear seat - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 113
Clock The digital clock 1. To set the hour, press and hold the H button. When the desired hour appears, release the button. To set the minutes, press and hold the M button. When the desired minute appears, release the button. 2. Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens Clean the instrument panel lens - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 114
to the controls while you are driving. The Turn Signal Lever You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering column to: u operate the turn signals u turn the high beams on/off u flash the lights u turn the windshield wipers and washer on/off u turn the cornering lamps on - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 115
you turn, move the lever back to the center (off) position. For lane changes, move the lever far enough to signal but not to latch. The lever will return to the off position when you release it. If your vehicle is equipped with cornering lamps, they will automatically light on either the right or - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 116
Windshield Wipers and Washer To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition key must be turned to the ON or ACC position. Rotate the end of the lever away from you to activate the wipers. The first seven detents are interval wipe positions, the eighth detent is the LO position and the ninth detent - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 117
or the interval setting selected. If the washer does not work, check the washer fluid level and fill it if it is low. See the Servicing Your Grand Marquis chapter. If there is enough fluid, consult your nearest Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 118
. The flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully charged and in good condition without draining the battery excessively. If the flashers run for longer than two hours or if the battery is not fully charged, the battery can be drained. The control switch for the hazard flashers 115 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 119
Horn To sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel. The horn on the steering wheel 116 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 120
Tilt Steering RWARNING Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. The lever to tilt the steering wheel To change the position of the steering wheel, pull the release lever on the column toward you. Tip the steering wheel to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 121
cause the engine to overspeed. When driving uphill, especially with a heavy load, significant speed drops may occur. If the speed drops more than 10 mph (16 km/h) the automatic speed control will, by design, be suspended. Some vehicles may require temporary resumption of manual speed control while - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 122
steering wheel To set the speed control: 1. 2. Press and release the ON switch. Accelerate to the desired speed above 30 mph (50 km/h) using the accelerator pedal. Press the SET ACCEL switch and release it immediately to set your speed. If you keep this switch pressed, your speed will continue to - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 123
the set speed. Resetting the Speed Control To reset the speed control to a lower speed, use one of the following procedures: u COAST - Press and hold the COAST switch. Release the switch when the vehicle slows down to the desired speed. u Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the vehicle attains the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 124
, then you must manually accelerate to a speed over 30 mph (50 km/h) and reset the system. To reset the speed control to a higher speed, follow one of these procedures: u ACCEL - Press and hold the SET ACCEL u Depress the accelerator pedal. When the switch. Release the switch when the vehicle has - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 125
Cancelling and Resuming a Set Speed If you press the brake pedal, speed control is suspended. You can return to the set speed by pressing the RESUME switch, as long as you did not press the OFF switch. You must be driving at least 30 mph (48 km/h). Your vehicle will gradually return to the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 126
Features Your vehicle has a variety of features designed for your comfort, convenience and safety. Read this chapter to find out about standard and optional features. Doors Childproof Locks for the Rear Doors In addition to power locks, your vehicle has childproof locks for the rear doors. If you - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 127
close the doors after you set the door locks, the doors remain locked. If the power mechanism fails, the manual door locks will override the power controls. Pulling on a front inside door handle will automatically override and release the front door lock. The power locks on the driver's door 124 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 128
level, the exterior lights will also illuminate. These lights automatically turn off after 25 seconds or when you turn the ignition key to ON or ACC. The inside lights will not turn off if you have turned them on manually or if a door is open. Using the Keyless Entry System (If equipped) If - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 129
lid u taped to the computer module behind the driver's door trim panel. When you use this entry system, the illuminated entry system turns on the interior lights for 25 seconds and the buttons on the keypad light up. Do not push the buttons with a key, ballpoint pen, pencil, or any other hard object - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 130
system Along with unlocking your doors, you can use the keyless entry system to lock the doors. You can also use the Autolock feature to automatically code. Autolock (With Keyless Entry if Equipped) The Autolock feature will automatically lock all the doors when: u the vehicle doors are fully closed - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 131
seconds, press and release 3/4. Release 7/8. To reactivate the Autolock feature, simply repeat the instructions for deactivating the system. The Autolock feature can be turned on and off using the instructions above. Programming your own entry code You can program a personal code to unlock your - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 132
and release 1/2 within five seconds of Step 1. Press the 1/2 button a second time and hold for two seconds. The keyless entry system automatically erases your personal code. The system will now only respond to the permanent code. Do not set a code that presents the numbers in sequential order, such - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 133
10 minutes. lamps: after 30 minutes. u Map/Glove compartment/Trunk/Hood u Headlamps/Park lamps (only if headlamp switch is left in Headlamp position): after 10 minutes. This will prevent draining of the battery if those lights have been left on inadvertently or if a door is not completely closed - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 134
Remote entry transmitter Unlocking the doors and opening the trunk To unlock the driver's door, press the UNLOCK button. To unlock the other doors, press the UNLOCK button a second time within five seconds of unlocking the driver's door. To open the trunk, press the TRUNK button twice within five - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 135
range, the batteries should be replaced. Replacement batteries can be purchased at most pharmacies, watch stores or at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. NOTE: The operating range of the remote entry system can also be affected by weather conditions (such as very cold temperatures) or structures - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 136
may be purchased from your dealer (remote entry system will work with up to four transmitters). Follow the same programming procedure as above. THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 137
opens and closes the window on that door. The driver's door has a master control panel that operates all four windows. Power windows can only be opened or closed when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position. RWARNING Do not let children play with the power windows. They may seriously - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 138
driver's power window. To operate, actuate driver's power window switch to the down position for less than 0.4 seconds; the window will then open automatically. To terminate automatic operation before the window completely opens, operate the switch again, for less than 0.4 seconds, to either the up - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 139
Adjusting the Front Passenger Seat Manually In the front seats, you can move the whole seat forward or backward or tilt the back of the seat forward or backward. To move the seat forward or backward: 1. 2. 3. 4. Find the adjustment bar underneath the front part of the seat. Lift the bar to unlatch - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 140
seat back or bring it forward. Release the handle to lock the seat in its new position. RWARNING Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. RWARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision, always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 141
will move. To adjust the seat or seatback move the control knob in the desired direction. The power lumbar switch controls the inflation of the lumbar support pad in the seatback. To inflate the lumbar pad, push the forward portion of the switch. To deflate the pad, press the rear portion of the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 142
and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner. Remove fresh spots immediately. Follow the directions that come with the cleaner. NOTE: Before using any cleaner, test it on a small, hidden area of fabric. If the fabric's color or texture is adversely affected by a particular cleaner, do not - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 143
Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror (If equipped) The automatic non-glare mirror The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. This mirror functions at night, and has a limited function at dusk or dawn. From - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 144
the ON/OFF switch again. The electronic mirror measures the brightness of the light coming in from the rear of the vehicle. It automatically makes a correction in the glare state. The mirror may be turned off in either the normal or non-glare position. There are two light sensors (photocells) in - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 145
mirrors: 1. 2. 3. Find the control switch in the driver's door panel. Select the right or left mirror by moving the selector switch to R or L. Move the are heated whenever the Electric Rear Window Defroster is turned on. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or you could damage them. - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 146
RWARNING The side view mirror on the right makes objects appear smaller and farther away than they actually are. Sun Visors Using the Sun Visors Your vehicle has special sun visors. Besides the regular sun visor, you may have a second sun visor. By using both the regular sun visor and the second - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 147
. The mirror on the sun visor Ashtray and Cupholder Your vehicle is equipped with an ashtray/cupholder mounted to the lower center of the instrument panel. To open the ashtray, pull out the bottom edge of the drawer until it stops. To close, remove cup(s) and push drawer forward until closed. 144 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 148
outlet should be used for optional electrical accessories. NOTE: Do not attempt to plug the cigarette lighter into the power point outlet. Damage could occur. Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Electrical system damage could occur. Power point electrical outlet - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 149
the front RWARNING Do not put objects on the ledge between the back seat and the rear window, as they can become dangerous projectiles and injure someone. Trunk Opening the Trunk Manually The trunk in your vehicle gives you plenty of room for storage - 20.6 cubic feet (.58 cubic meters). To open - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 150
Using the Remote Control for the Trunk (If equipped) You can use the remote control on the driver's door to unlock and open the trunk unless you lock the button with the main key. The valet key equipped with your vehicle can only open the doors and start the engine. The remote control for the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 151
Positive Location Floor Mat When installing or removing the driver's side floor mat you must attach/detach the positive location grommet from the hook on the floor. The hook is just forward of the center of the driver's seat. This is done by rotating the grommet one quarter turn, slipping the eyelet - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 152
Electronic Sound Systems Luxury Audio System (Analog) 149 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 153
System Using the Controls frequency band. Pushing the "AM/FM" button causes the frequency band to switch from "AM" to "FM1" to "FM2" to "AM", changing one down either the right or left side of the "TUNE" button. Manual tuning adjusts your radio to any allowable broadcast frequency, whether or not - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 154
u Using the "SEEK" function Press the right a side of the "SEEK" button to select the next listenable station up the frequency band. Press the left b side of the button to select the next listenable station down the frequency band. By holding the button down, listenable stations can be passed over - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 155
buttons have been set, either by using the Auto Memory Load feature or if you have set them manually, the system is prepared to let you use a convenient feature called Automatic Memory Store. With Auto Memory Store, you can continually set strong stations into your memory buttons without losing - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 156
balance of your radio u Increasing or decreasing bass and treble response Push the "BASS/TREB" popout knob to gain access to the bass and treble controls. Bass control allows you to adjust the lower, bass frequencies to your preference. The outer ring of the "BASS/TREB" knob adjusts the bass (turn - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 157
back glass of your vehicle. There is an internal antenna module that will switch between AM and FM, when bands are changed, for maximum reception performance. NOTE: Do not attempt to adapt any other type of antenna system to your audio system. Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player NOTE - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 158
tape, press the "REW" button. The radio will automatically begin playing while the tape is rewinding. The light above the "REW" button will blink while in the selection. u Using the "Blank Skip" function with your cassette tape player Press the "Blank Skip" button to activate the blank skip mode. - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 159
tape player to change the side of the tape being played The alternate side of the tape can be selected by pressing the station. The system will revert to radio mode when the cassette is ejected. reduction feature NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 160
Your cassette tape player is equipped to diagnose certain problems you may experience. Error codes are as follows: TD E1 - Radio tries to change sides of tape 3 times in a 10 second span. Push "EJECT" and try another tape. If problem persists, refer problem to qualified personnel for service. TD E2 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 161
sunlight, high humidity and extreme heat or cold. If they are exposed to extreme conditions, allow them to reach a moderate temperature tape in the cassette tape lodged in the mechanism. Remove any loose label material before inserting a cassette. player when not in use. High heat in the vehicle - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 162
Midline Stereo Cassette 159 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 163
Controls was set at when radio power is switched back on. Selecting the AM or FM frequency band Push the "AM/FM" button to select the desired frequency band or to stop/store cassette tape (when in cassette mode). Pushing the button more than once will alternate - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 164
either the left (b) or right (a) side of the "TUNE" button. Manual tuning adjusts your radio to any allowable broadcast frequency, whether or not Using the "SEEK" function This feature on your radio allows you to automatically select listenable stations up or down the frequency band. Press the right - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 165
preset button you want to set. 3. NOTE: If the vehicle's battery is disconnected the station memory preset buttons will need to be reset of the treble button to decrease treble. u Adjusting speaker balance Balance control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the right and left - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 166
back speakers. NOTE: Illuminated bars in the display show relative levels of bass and treble, and positions of speaker balance and fader functions (left to right, front to rear). Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player power off will turn the audio system on. After the cassette is ejected - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 167
is manually stopped (by pushing the "TAPE" button) or the end of the tape is reached. At the end of the tape, the direction automatically reverses and previous tape selection. u Using the "SCAN" function with your cassette tape player Press the "SCAN" button to begin the forward scan mode on the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 168
) on or off. How to store the tape Press the "AM/FM" button to stop the tape player and resume radio play. Using the Dolby B noise reduction feature NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Labs Licensing Corporation. "Dolby" and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 169
may jam the tape player mechanism. sunlight, high humidity and extreme heat or cold. If they are exposed to extreme conditions, allow them to reach tape lodged in the mechanism. Remove any loose label material before inserting cassette. player. High heat in the vehicle can cause the cassette to - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 170
Common Radio Reception Conditions Several conditions prevent FM reception from being completely clear and weaker. NOTE: Always make sure your antenna (whether you have a power antenna or a manually adjustable antenna) is fully extended to the maximum length for proper reception. If your antenna is - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 171
into this system. This feature automatically switches a weak stereo signal to a clearer monaural signal, which improves the quality of reception. Several sources of static are normal conditions on AM frequencies. These can be caused by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 172
107.9 MHz in 0.2 MHz steps. Not all frequencies will be assigned to a given area. This radio will tune to each of these frequencies using MANUAL TUNE and no fine tuning is necessary as radio stations may not use other frequencies. Some FM radio stations advertise a "rounded-off" frequency which is - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 173
warranty. u Service At Ford Electronics, we stand behind our audio systems with a comprehensive service and repair program. If anything should go wrong with your Ford audio system, return to your dealer for service. There is a nationwide network of qualified Ford authorized repair centers to assist - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 174
Driving Your Grand Marquis Driving with an Automatic Overdrive Transmission The automatic overdrive transmission operates very much like a regular automatic transmission, except it offers the extra overdrive feature. Putting Your Vehicle in Gear RWARNING Hold the brake pedal down while you move the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 175
shift out of P (Park) by using the alternate procedure described above, it is possible that a fuse has blown and that your brakelamps may also not be functional. Please refer to the chapter titled Servicing Your Grand Marquis in this Owner Guide for instructions on checking and replacing fuses. 172 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 176
gearshift Once the gearshift is secure in the desired position, release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary. R (Reverse) With the (Neutral) In N (Neutral), the wheels of the transmission are not locked. Your vehicle will roll freely, even on the slightest incline, unless the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 177
depressed or if the light "FLASHES" when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity. If this condition persists, damage could occur to the transmission. To return the transmission to normal operation (1st through 4th gear) depress the TCS again. This switch may be used to - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 178
cruising speeds. When to use j (Overdrive) - with Transmission Control Switch activated (TCS) Overdrive may not be appropriate for certain terrain. If the transmission shifts back on slippery roads or to give you more engine braking to slow your vehicle on downgrades. When to use 1 (Low) - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 179
P (Park). This locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from rotating. RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the when one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions the Traction-Lok axle functions as a standard rear axle. Extended use - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 180
heard coming from the engine compartment. This noise is created by the ABS pump and is normal and may last for a few seconds during the acceleration of the vehicle. In general, this system improves your vehicle's stability and acceleration performance when road conditions warrant. Traction AssistTM - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 181
needed to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked. If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort. Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 182
your control of the steering. If you lock the wheels, release the brake pedal and repeat the "squeeze" technique. Braking with ABS brakes On vehicles with anti-lock brakes, the wheels will not lock and slide when you press down hard on the brake pedal. The anti-lock brakes automatically start - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 183
on vehicles with the anti-lock brake system, if the equipment is installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. However, if mobile radio transmitting equipment is installed in your vehicle and, if either the anti-lock brake system cycles or the check anti-lock light comes on at any time - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 184
automatically when you shift into R (Reverse). To release the parking brake manually, pull the brake release handle [marked (P)] located on the lower left corner of the instrument panel. The pedal is now released and will reset the next time you press the pedal. The Brake System Warning Light - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 185
If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic load leveling rear air suspension system, it will maintain the rear vehicle height at a constant level by automatically adding air or releasing air from the rear air springs to offset changes in vehicle loads. A shutoff switch is located in the trunk on - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 186
appear in the cluster, if you have an electronic cluster, "CHECK AIR SUSPENSION" will appear in the message center when the ignition switch is in the ON position, and either the shutoff switch is in the OFF position, or a system fault has been detected. Normal vehicle operation does not require any - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 187
Driving Under Special Conditions Tips for Safe Driving As with any new vehicle, yours necessary. u Drive slower than you normally would. u Do not use speed control. u Give your vehicle more distance to stop. u Pump the brake pedal steadily and evenly to avoid locking your wheels. (Does not apply to - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 188
control ) and reverse gears. At the same time, press lightly on the accelerator. RWARNING Do not spin the wheels a few minutes. This may overheat the engine, damage the transmission, or damage the tires. If you are may have limited traction or wet brakes, so allow extra stopping distance because your - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 189
. RWARNING If the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label is exceeded, your vehicle may be damaged or you may lose control and injure someone. Limiting Your Vehicle's Load The load that you add to your vehicle must not exceed the maximum load stated on the Safety - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 190
sure that the weight your vehicle carries over each axle is less than the GAWR for the respective axle. If your vehicle exceeds the GVWR, remove cargo from your vehicle accordingly. If your vehicle exceeds the GAWR for either axle, shift the load or - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 191
cause rapid tire wear or loss of vehicle control. Trailer Towing (may require trailer tow option packages are available through Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealers. Because towing a trailer puts extra Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. (See Servicing your vehicle if you tow - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 192
that your vehicle can safely tow. RWARNING Do not tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is being used. Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle. The amount of weight that you can safely tow depends on the optional equipment on your vehicle. See the following chart. Trailer - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 193
using the right equipment in the proper manner, see your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Do not use hitches that clamp onto your vehicle's bumper. The bumper is not designed to bear the load. Always check the pressure in all your vehicle's tires when preparing to tow (see inflation recommendation - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 194
and all doors closed, allow the vehicle to level automatically (approximately one to two minutes). Turn the air suspension switch on the right side of the trunk to OFF. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers at the center of the vehicle. Attach trailer to vehicle and - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 195
bumper is not designed to bear the weight of a trailer. Make sure that you leave enough slack in the chains to allow you to turn corners. 2. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency gives you. Connecting the trailer's brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 196
hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. Connecting the trailer's lights Do not connect a trailer's lighting system wiring directly to your vehicle's lighting system wiring - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 197
press the Transmission Control Switch located on the shift lever. This will also give the engine more power going up hills and better engine braking going down hills. If you use the speed control while you are towing on very long, steep grades, the speed control may shut off. Servicing your vehicle - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 198
if you leave the lights on or any electrical equipment on after you turn the engine off. If this happens, you may be able to jump-start from a booster battery to start your vehicle. RWARNING The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 199
engine cooling fan and other moving parts. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the jumper cables. Turn on the heater fan in both vehicles. Turning on the fan helps protect the electrical system from voltage surges. Turn off all other switches and lights - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 200
to the negative ( ) terminal of the booster battery - NOT to the discharged battery. Connect the other end of that cable to a good metallic surface on the engine or frame of the disabled vehicle making sure it is clear of any rotating engine components. The following illustrations show where you can - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 201
The 4.6L SFI engine 198 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 202
(+) cable from the discharged battery. 2. 3. Removing jumper cables 1. 2. 3. 4. After the vehicle is started, let it idle for a while to let the engine "relearn" its idle conditions. Drive it around for a while with all electrical accessories turned off to let the battery recharge. You may need - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 203
on the side of the road. Park on a level spot, turn off the ignition, set the parking brake, and turn on the hazard flashers. The Temporary Spare Tire You may have a high pressure temporary spare tire could fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others. 200 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 204
tow a trailer. u use tire chains on this tire. u try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel. u use the wheel for any other type of vehicle. u drive through an automatic car wash with this tire. Because the temporary spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire, it reduces - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 205
Spare Tire Location The spare is stored in the trunk. The spare tire location To remove the spare tire: 1. 2. 3. Lift off the spare tire cover (if equipped). Unscrew the wing-nut holding down the spare tire. Lift out the spare tire. 202 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 206
sure the parking brake is set, then block the wheel (both directions) that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. RWARNING If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. Turn off the air suspension switch (if equipped - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 207
injury, never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, such as when changing a tire. 2. Get out the spare tire and jack. RWARNING On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. 3. Remove any optional wheel covers - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 208
Removing and Replacing the Tire 1. Find the jacking location notches (a depression on plastic RWARNING To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 209
NOTE: Never use the differential housing as a lift point. Jacking locations Locating the notch for the jack - rear wheels Locating the notch for the jack - front wheels 2. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel clears the ground. Remove the wheel lug nuts. 206 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 210
tire, you need to remove the black dust shield. holes, remove them from the wheel studs. Save the removed from wheel studs. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure that the air vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 211
the air suspension ON (if so equipped). Installation of the black dust shield When installing the regular tire, reinstall the black dust shield by orienting and sliding the shield until it is flush with the hub/rotor assembly. Aluminum wheel The center wheel ornament Remove the center - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 212
Install the center ornament on the wheel and be sure it is snapped into place all the way around using the palm of the hand or a rubber mallet. Steel wheel with full wheelcover Steel wheel with full wheelcover Remove the wheelcover from the wheel using the flanged end of the wheel nut wrench - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 213
Shut-off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or if you have had a collision, the fuel system shut-off switch may have been triggered. The shut-off switch is a device that stops the fuel system when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. For information on how to check and - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 214
can be towed, the air suspension switch in the luggage compartment needs to be turned to the OFF position. It is recommended that your Grand Marquis be towed with wheel lift or flatbed equipment. If slingbelt equipment must be used, the towbar will deform the soft fascia (bumper). However, it will - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 215
When calling for a tow truck, tell the operator what kind of vehicle you have. A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for the proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. 212 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 216
a problem with your vehicle. This complimentary service is provided to you throughout your warranty period of 3 years/36,000 miles (3 years/60,000 km), whichever comes first. To purchase Roadside Assistance coverages beyond this period, through Ford Auto Club, contact your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 217
Roadside Assistance identification card can be found in the Owner Guide portfolio in your glove compartment. Complete the card and -665-2006). If You Have a Service Problem Ford Motor Company has authorized Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealerships that can service your vehicle for you. This chapter - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 218
most cases, you will have your concern resolved at this level. If you are away from home when your vehicle needs to be serviced, or if you need more help than the dealer gave you, contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership that may be able to help. 215 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 219
live in Canada and have any questions or concerns that the dealership cannot answer, contact the Customer Assistance Centre. Please have the following information available when contacting Ford Customer Assistance: u your telephone number (both business and home) u the name of the dealer and the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 220
without incurring obligations. What Kind of Cases Does the Board Review? The Board reviews all product performance and service complaints on Ford, Mercury and Lincoln Cars and Ford and Mercury Light Trucks under warranty that have not been resolved by a dealer or Ford Motor Company. The Board does - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 221
request for reimbursement of consequential expenses unless incidental to a service or product complaint being reviewed u Items not covered by your four members: u three consumer representatives u a Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained by - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 222
with a form to indicate your acceptance or rejection of an award decision. The decisions of the Board are binding on the dealer and Ford, but customers may have other options available to them under state or federal law. The decisions of the Board, however, may be introduced into evidence by any - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 223
of repair and the mileage at the time of repair u the current mileage u the name of the dealer who sold you the vehicle or who serviced your vehicle complaint u a brief description of your unresolved u a brief summary of actions that were taken with the dealer and Ford Motor Company 220 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 224
it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 225
any questions or concerns that the dealership cannot answer, contact the Customer Assistance Centre. Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP) If a to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). CAMVAP uses the services of Provincial Administrators to - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 226
Plan, at the address or telephone number shown below. O & P Services 595 Bay Street - Suite 300 Toronto, Ontario M5G 2C2 Telephone 1 conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emissions control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company is not responsible - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 227
into the U.S. if you use leaded fuel. If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 228
following, or products of equivalent quality: A wide selection of accessories is available through your local authorized dealer. These fine accessories have been engineered specifically to fulfill your automotive needs. They are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 229
Safety, Comfort, and Convenience NOTE: When adding accessories, equipment, passengers, and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR, - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 230
example, when operated, such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall. In addition, such systems may themselves be damaged or their operation.) NOTE: Because we have no control over the installation, design, or manufacture of such systems, Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 231
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Servicing Your Grand Marquis Service Made Easy Ford has two goals for servicing your vehicle. 1. 2. When we can, we design parts that do not need to be serviced. We want to make servicing your vehicle as easy as possible. To help you: the engine compartment so that you can find them easily. the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 236
conditions listed in the Owner Maintenance Checklist, be alert for any unusual noise, vibration, or other indication that your vehicle may need service. If you do notice something unusual, see that your vehicle is serviced promptly. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids, and service parts - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 237
, use safety stands. materials away from the battery and all fuel-related parts. u Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking Working with the engine off: 1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). Remove the key from the ignition after you turn - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 238
vehicle, pull the hood release located under the lower left corner of the instrument panel. The hood release under the instrument the auxiliary catch that is located under the front edge of the hood at the center of the vehicle. The auxiliary catch under the front edge of the hood 3. Lift the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 239
close the hood, latch it securely. NOTE: Apply lubricant to the hood latch at six-month intervals to maintain smooth and trouble-free operation. Engine Compartment Your vehicle has a 4.6 liter engine. The following page shows a diagram of where to find items that you should regularly service. 237 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 240
A 4.6 liter SFI engine 238 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 241
the u The alternator, distributor and air intake must u Never wash or rinse the engine while it is Filling the Fuel Tank The fuel filler door is outside the vehicle on the driver's side near the back. To fill the fuel tank: 1. After opening the fuel filler door, remove the cap carefully and slowly - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 242
body of your vehicle, clean it off immediately. The fuel may dull or soften the paint if you do not wash it off. 3. Replace the fuel cap replace your fuel cap with an aftermarket fuel filler cap, the customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank and/or fuel system. 4. Choosing - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 243
with starting, rough idle or hesitation problems when the engine is cold, it may be caused by fuel with low volatility. Try a different brand of fuel. If the condition persists, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. Gasolines for clean air Fuels in certain areas of the country are - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 244
or gasoline blended with methanol can cause blindness and possible death when swallowed. If any fuel is swallowed, call a physician or poison control center immediately. u Avoid breathing vapors while refueling. u If fuel is splashed on the skin, wash with soap and water. u If fuel is splashed - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 245
this situation may have an adverse effect on modern powertrain components. You may need to crank the engine several times before the fuel system starts to pump fuel from the tank to the engine. Calculating Fuel Economy Fuel economy is an estimate of the efficiency of your vehicle, and can be - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 246
simulated road conditions and may not reflect the actual conditions you experience brake u Sudden stops u Extended engine idling u Using speed control in hilly terrain u Extended use of the A/C, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories u Underinflated tires u Heavy loads u Aftermarket - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 247
Self-Service Pointers If you choose to do your own fueling, you should also windshield, outside mirrors and headlights u Check windshield washer fluid u Check tires for excessive wear or worn edges u Check the tire pressure at least monthly Engine Oil Recommendations We recommend using Motorcraft - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 248
be warm and the vehicle must be parked on level ground. Checking the engine oil level: 1. Turn the engine off after it has warmed up and allow a few minutes for the engine oil to drain back into the oil pan. Set the parking brake, making sure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). Open the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 249
. If the oil level is below the "ADD 1 QT" line, add engine oil as necessary. If the oil level is beyond the letter "F" in Full, engine damage or high oil consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from the engine. Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is fully seated. 7. It may - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 250
Oil and the Oil Filter Change the engine oil and oil filter per the following, whichever occurs first. Refer to community's standards for disposing of these types of fluids. Call your local recycling center to find out about recycling automotive fluids. RWARNING Continuous contact with USED motor - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 251
Engine Coolant Checking the Engine Coolant NOTE: Be sure to read and understand Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle at the beginning of this chapter. RWARNING The cooling fan is automatic and may come on at any time. Always disconnect the negative terminal of the battery before working near the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 252
recovery reservoir Checking hoses Inspect all engine and heater system hoses and hose connections for deterioration, leaks, and loose hose clamps as specified in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet. Repair or replace with Motorcraft hoses or equivalent as necessary. Adding engine coolant - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 253
steam or engine coolant. 1. Before you remove the cap, turn the engine off and let it cool. Even when the engine is cool, be careful when you remove the pressure cap. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick towel around the cap and turn it slowly counterclockwise to unscrew. Step back while the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 254
engine cooling system. Follow the recommended service interval for changing your engine coolant. NOTE: When you change or add engine coolant, it is important to maintain your engine coolant concentration between 40% (-11˚F [-24˚C]) and 60% (-62˚F [-52˚C]), depending on your local climate conditions - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 255
(-37˚C), or whatever protection rating is appropriate for the climate in which you live. Engine coolant drain and flush Proper procedures for a complete coolant drain and flush of the cooling system can be found in the Car Service Manual. Following these recommended procedures will ensure that the - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 256
the entire system). u Immediately shut off the engine and let cool. Cautiously remove the pressure relief cap and add a 50/50 mixture of specified coolant and water until the coolant is at the COLD FILL level in the coolant reservoir. u Reinstall the pressure cap securely. u Check for leaks - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 257
Battery. The Low-Maintenance Battery has removable vent caps for checking the electrolyte level and for adding water, if necessary. The electrolyte level should be checked refill the battery with distilled water. If the battery needs water quite often, have the charging system checked for a possible - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 258
by power from the battery. If you ever disconnect the battery or install a new battery, you must allow the computer to "relearn" its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly. To let the engine do this, put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all the accessories, and start the vehicle - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 259
in the container for the engine coolant. Use specially formulated common antifreeze, methanol. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades, and windshield washer system - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 260
check them whenever they seem less effective than usual. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car the wipers manually. Manually moving the arm always use a Motorcraft part or equivalent. To replace the blades, follow the instructions that come with them. 258 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 261
fill your fuel tank. If one tire looks lower than the others, check the pressure in all of them. Always follow these precautions: u Keep posted speed limits. RWARNING Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 262
tires, including the spare. Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 3 miles (5 km). You can find proper cold pressure and load limits of recommended size tires on the Safety - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 263
Rotating the tires NOTE: Use the five tire rotation only when the conventional spare wheel is the same as the road wheels. (Do not mix the steel wheel with aluminum wheels in tire rotation sequence.) 261 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 264
before a wear band appears across the entire tread. Some spots wear more heavily than others. RWARNING When replacing full size tires, never mix radial, bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the tire pressure decal. Make sure that all tires are the same - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 265
new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars. They do not apply to deep tread 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For conditions of their use, however, and may depart - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 266
on braking (straightahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 267
However, during the winter months in some climates, you may need to use snow touches any wiring, brake lines, or fuel lines. Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. u Drive slowly remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle. u Avoid fully loading your vehicle if possible. u Remove - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 268
's body. Do not use acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, abrasives, fuel, or strong detergents. These substances will damage protective coatings. Use tar and road oil remover to remove grease and tar. NOTE: Before going to a car wash, find out if the brushes are abrasive. Automatic Transmission - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 269
cap, pull the dipstick out and wipe the indicator end clean. Put the dipstick back into the filler tube and make sure it is fully seated. Pull the dipstick out and read the fluid level. When checking to cool before checking. Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid should be removed by a qualified - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 270
automatic transmission dipstick Brake Fluid Under normal circumstances, your vehicle should not use up brake fluid rapidly. However, expect the level of the brake fluid to slowly fall as you put more mileage on your vehicle and the brake lining wears. Check the brake fluid at each scheduled engine - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 271
is low, carefully clean and remove the cap from the reservoir. Fill the reservoir to the MAX line with Ford High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AA, C6AZ-19542-BA, or equivalent DOT 3 fluid meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A. RWARNING If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3, you - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 272
gauge in the instrument cluster is near the center of the NORMAL operating temperature range. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel back and forth several times. Make sure that the cap assembly is installed at this time. Turn the engine off. Check the fluid level in the power steering - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 273
fluid when it is cold, make sure that the fluid reaches the MIN mark on the reservoir. Fuses, High Current Fuses, Fuse Links, and Circuit Breakers Fuses (conventional and high current) and circuit breakers protect your vehicle's wiring system from overloading. If electrical parts in your vehicle - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 274
blows or a circuit breaker opens a circuit, all the parts of your vehicle that use that circuit will not work. Once you have determined which fuses or circuit breakers to check, follow the procedures under Checking and replacing fuses or Checking and replacing circuit breakers in this chapter. The - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 275
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rating. High current fuses may be purchased from your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. The high current fuse panel is located in the engine compartment near the battery. RWARNING Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. Ford recommends that high current fuses be replaced by - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 278
The high current fuse panel 276 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 279
The high current fuses and relays 277 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 280
, follow these steps: 1. Find the fuse panel to the left of the steering column. Remove the fuse panel cover to expose the fuse panel. Check the fuse to see if it is blown. Look through the clear side of the fuse to see if the metal wire inside is separated. - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 281
and allow the electrical parts to work again once the overload on the circuit is removed. If the circuit breakers continue to cut off electricity, have your vehicle's electrical system checked. Diagnostic equipment is needed to check circuit breakers. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions. If you - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 282
be purchased from your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. See the following charts to find out which electrical parts are protected by a fuse link. Lights and Bulb Replacement It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights frequently: u headlamps u tail lamps u brakelamps u hazard - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 283
headlamps should be checked if: u oncoming motorists frequently signal you to u the headlamps do not seem to give you enough light to see clearly at are operated. Do not remove the burned-out bulb unless you can immediately replace it with a new one. If a bulb is removed for an extended period of - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 284
the headlamp bulb 1. 2. Make sure that the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. Lift the hood, open access panel above headlamp and find the bulb in the headlamp socket. Remove the electrical connector by pulling off the bulb base. Remove the bulb by turning it 1/4 of a turn to free it from - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 285
High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs Your vehicle has a brakelamp mounted in the rear window, called a high-mount brakelamp. You may need to remove this lamp at times to replace the brakelamp bulb or to clean the rear window. Parts of the high-mount brakelamp 283 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 286
screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Then lift the whole assembly up and over the retaining brackets. Do not move upper part of plastic attachment brackets. Twist socket counterclockwise to remove from lamp. Pull bulb out of socket. Replace the burned out bulbs. 3. 4. 5. To install the high-mount - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 287
Using the Right Bulbs 285 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 288
the passenger compartment. Under extreme conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the fuel system, the interior floor covering, or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. To make sure that the catalytic converter and the other emission control parts continue to work properly - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 289
, replacement, or service of the emissions control devices or systems in your new Ford Motor Company vehicle or engine may be performed at your expense by any automotive repair establishment or individual using automotive parts equivalent to those which your vehicle or engine was originally equipped - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 290
or its battery has just been serviced, the OBD II system is reset to a not ready for I/M testing condition. To prepare for I/M testing, the law specifies a "need for additional mixed city and highway driving to complete the check" of the OBD II system. As soon as all of the OBD II system checks are - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 291
or does not want to do the additional driving required by law, a service center can perform this drive cycle as it would any other type of repair work drive vehicle in safe manner according to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws. The engine must be warmed up and at operating temperature - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 292
-97 km/h) for approximately 5 minutes. Drive the vehicle for 5 minutes at varying speeds between 45 and 60 mph (72-97 km/h). 8. 9. 10. Bring the vehicle back to idle. Idle in drive for 40 seconds. 11. OBD II drive cycle has been completed. Vehicle can be turned off when convenient. 290 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 293
Refill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts, and Lubricant Specifications Refill Capacities NOTE: Rear axle lube quantities must be replaced every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or if the axle has been submerged in water. Otherwise, the lube should not be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 294
Motorcraft Parts If a spark plug is removed for examination, it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder. For 4.6L (2V) engines: Cylinders #1, #2, #3, #4 have a PG suffix. Cylinders #5, #6, #7, #8 have a P suffix. If a spark plug needs to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the service number - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 295
Lubricant Specifications NOTE: Rear axle lube quantities must be replaced every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or if the axle has been submerged in water. Otherwise, the lube should not be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. 293 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 296
stays in good operating condition. General u Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated place. u Protect from sunlight, if possible. u If vehicles are stored outside, they require regular maintenance to protect against rust and damage. Body u Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt, grease, oil, tar - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 297
15 days. Run at fast idle the gears while the engine is running. until it reaches normal operating temperature. u With your foot on the brake, shift through all Fuel system u Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel pump nozzle. NOTE: During - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 298
charge is maintained for quick starting. NOTE: If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset memory features. Brakes u Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released. Tires u Maintain recommended air pressure. Miscellaneous u Make sure all linkages, cables, levers - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 299
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Instrument Cluster - Mechanical 309 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 307
Instrument Cluster - Electronic 310 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 308
Trunk 311 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 309
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air bag ...indicator light ...operation ...proper seating ...tone generator ...wearing safety belts ...Air cleaner filter, location ...Air conditioning electronic automatic temperature control system ...manual heating and air conditioning system ...Air suspension description ...see also Rear air - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 311
Audio system (see Electronic sound Automatic transmission driving an automatic fluid, adding ...fluid, checking ...fluid, refill capacities fluid, specification . . Axle, traction lok ... system) ...overdrive ... 149 171 267 266 291 293 176 B Backing up ...Basic vehicle warranty ...Battery acid, - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 312
, 159 Catalytic converter ...286 Chains, tires ...265 Changing a tire ...200 Charging system gauge ...60 Charging system warning light ...52, 69 Childproof locks ...123 Child safety restraints ...24 child safety belts ...35 child safety seats ...26 Child safety seats and air bags ...19, 26 automatic - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 313
...plastic parts ...polishing ...rustproofing ...safety belts ...tail lamps ...upholstery and interior trim washing ...wheels ...Climate control system air conditioning ...electronic automatic temperature control ...heating...Clock...Cold engine starting ...Coolant (see Engine coolant) checking and - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 314
(see Instrument panel) . . Daytime running light system ...Defrost rear window ...windshield ...Dipstick, automatic transmission fluid . Dispute Settlement Board ...Doors door ajar warning message ...lubricant specifications ...Driving under special conditions bad weather ...heavy load ...high water - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 315
assistance...battery acid spills ...jump-starting ...towing ...Emergency brake (parking brake) . . Emission control system, catalytic converter ...Engine check engine warning light ...does not start ...fuel injected engine, starting ...fuel system shut-off switch ...preparing to start ...service - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 316
...Ford Customer Assistance Center ...Ford Dispute Settlement Board ...Ford Extended Service Plan ...Ford Motor Company of Canada ...Ford of Canada Customer Assistance Centre ...Foreign registration ...French owner guides, how to obtain . Fuel capacity ...filling your vehicle with fuel...filter - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 317
trip distance ...trip/reset button ...Fuel cap, removing ...Fuel filter, specifications ...Fuel gauge ...Fuel pump shut-off switch, starting after a collision ...Fuse panels engine compartment...high current fuse panel ...instrument panel ...Fuses charts ...checking and replacing ...circuit breakers - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 318
...checking alignment ...cleaning ...daytime running lights ...flashing ...high beam ...replacing bulbs ...turning on and off ...Head restraints ...Heated mirrors ...Heating electronic automatic temperature control system ...manual heating and air conditioning system ...High beams, indicator light - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 319
...removing the key ...Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...Instrument cluster electronic ...mechanical ...Instrument panel cleaning ...lighting up entry system autolock ...locking and unlocking doors programming entry code. . Keys key in ignition chime ...positions of the ignition . . removing from - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 320
...trailer ...Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...Lights, warning and indicator air bag...air suspension ...anti-lock brakes (ABS)...anti-theft ...brake ...charging system ...check engine ...door ajar...engine oil pressure ...hazard warning light ...high beam ...low fuel ...low washer fluid - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 321
186 188 293 146 207 M Maintenance (see Servicing) ...Map pockets ...Master cylinder, brakes ...Message center door ajar ...english/metric button ...low washer fluid ...reset button ...select button ...trunk ajar ...Mirrors automatic dimming rearview mirror heated ...rearview ...side view mirrors - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 322
...trip odometer ...Oil filter ...Oil (see Engine oil) ...Oil viscosity ...On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system Overdrive ...60, 73 . . 60 . 292 . 245 . 246 . 288 . 175 P Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ...Parking brake operation ...warning light...Parts (see Motorcraft Parts) ...PCV valve - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 323
sound systems) . Rear air suspension system ...Rearview mirror...Rear window, defroster ...Refill capacities for fluids ...Relays ...Remote control, trunk ...Remote entry system locking/unlocking doors ...opening the trunk ...panic alarm...replacement/additional transmitters. replacing the batteries - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 324
Safety seats for children and air bags ...attaching with tether straps ...automatic locking mode (retractor) . . in center seating positions ...in front seat ...in rear outboard ...tether anchorage hardware ...Seats adjusting the seat, manual ...adjusting the seats, power ...child safety seats ... - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 325
after a collision ...starting a warm engine ...Steering, power ...Steering wheel horn ...locking ...speed controls ...tilting ...Storage compartments, map pockets . Storing your vehicle ...Sun visor ...Supplemental air bag readiness light Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ... 60, 73 ...39 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 326
...fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...fluid, refill capacities ...lubricant specifications ...Transmission control switch ...Transmitter (see Remote entry) ...Trip odometer ...Trunk remote release lever...trunk ajar warning light ...using the keys to open ...using the remote entry system to - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 327
Number (VIN) ...Vehicle loading automatic transmissions ...calculating the load ...Vehicle storage ...Viscosity (see Engine oil) ...Visor (see Sun visor)...144 113 288 216 186 186 294 246 143 W Warm engine, starting ...Warning chimes key in ignition ...safety belt ...Warranties, radio ...Warranty - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 328
Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid ...checking and replacing wiper blades low washer fluid light...operation ...reservoir ...specifications ... ... . 256 . 258 . . 81 . 113 . 256 . 257 Index 331 - 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis | Owner's Manual - Page 329
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