User manual MERCURY COUGAR 1997

[. . . ] Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Instrumentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Electronic Sound Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. RWARNING Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. RWARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. 149 Have the exhaust 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 while you are stopped in an open area for long periods of time, open the windows at least one inch (2. 5 cm). Also, the heating or air conditioning system should be set to any function except MAX A/C or AUTO. u If you use the heater, set the fan speed on MEDIUM or HIGH with the function control on any position except OFF and the temperature control at any desired position. speed on MEDIUM or HIGH with the function control on any position except OFF or MAX and the temperature control at any desired position. u If you use the air conditioner, set the fan Pushing Vehicles with automatic transmissions cannot be started by pushing. Follow the directions under If Your Vehicle Needs a Jump-Start. 150 Driving Brakes Applying the Brakes Braking non ABS models Your vehicle has power front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Anti-lock disc brakes on all four wheels are optional. They adjust automatically as the brake pads or linings wear down. Use the "squeeze" technique -- push on the brake pedal with a steadily increasing force. This allows the wheels to continue to roll while you are slowing down, which lets you steer properly. On vehicles without anti-lock brakes, extreme braking can make the wheels lock and slide, possibly decreasing 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 releasing and reapplying the front brakes independently and the rear brakes together whenever your wheels start to lock. Do not "pump" the brake pedal on vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes. When this happens, you will feel the brake pedal pulse. This "pulse" may be an unfamiliar feeling but it is normal and indicates the ABS is working as designed. 151 Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal; you will wear out the linings and increase your vehicle's stopping distance. Brake rotor damage may also eventually occur. NOTE: If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear and do not apply your brakes continuously. [. . . ] Shoulder and lap belts (see Safety restraints) . Shoulder belts (see Safety restraints) . . 125 125 127 140 127 134 125 108 103 104 106 125 251 103 108 105 265 264 201 202 168 157 157 . 182 Index 311 Spark plugs, specifications . [. . . ]