1996 Mercury Tracer Owner's Manual - Page 90

If the engine does not start after two attempts: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn the key to the OFF position and wait about two minutes. Press the accelerator all the way to the floor and hold it. Turn the ignition key to the START position. Release the ignition key when the engine starts. Release the accelerator gradually as the engine speeds up. Then 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 RPM. When you start your vehicle, the engine's idling RPM normally runs higher than when warm. The engine idle control system should only be serviced by a qualified technician. If the engine 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. 87