1996 Ford Crown Victoria Owners Manual

If the shoulder belt position of one of the lap and shoulder belts can be positioned so that it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face or neck, the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit.

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[SR38800( GV)12/94]

*[SR38830( ALL)04/95]

*[SR38860( ALL)04/95]

*[SR38900( ALL)05/95]

*[SR39000( ALL)05/95]

RWARNING

If the shoulder belt cannot be properly positioned, the child should sit in the center rear seat and use the lap belt or, if that seat is unavailable, in the center front seat and use the lap belt.

To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford recommends use of a belt-positioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor vehicle safety standards. Belt-positioning booster seats raise the child and provide a shorter, firmer seating cushion that encourages safer seating posture and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child. A belt-positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests 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. You may wish to discuss the specific needs of your child with your pediatrician.

RWARNING

Do not use a belt-positioning booster with a lap-only belt.

Lap belts and the lap belt portion of lap and shoulder belts should always be worn snugly and below the hips, touching the child’s thighs.

RWARNING

To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision, children should always ride with the seatback upright.

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*[LG00400( ALL)01/95]

[LG00500( BCGV)05/94]

[LG00600( GV)05/94]

[LG00710( GV)06/92]

[LG00950( GV)05/92]

Warning Lights and Gauges

The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided into several 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 lamp module. Your vehicle is equipped with one of the following clusters:

a mechanical cluster an electronic cluster

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*[LG02700( BCGV)06/94] *[LG02800( BCGV)06/93]

%*[LG02900( ALL)03/95] *[LG03000( ALL)03/95]

[LG03035( GV)05/95]

one inch art:0010681-C

[LG03100( ALL)01/95]

*[LG03200( ALL)05/95]

The Mechanical Cluster The following warning lights and gauges are on the mechanical cluster. All of the warning lights and gauges alert you to possible problems with your vehicle. Some of the lights listed are optional. The following sections detail what each of these indicators means. Brake System Warning Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things — that the parking brake is not fully released, or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is low, the brake system should be checked by a qualified service technician.

This light comes on when the parking brake is set, or if it is not set, it comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to START. It normally goes off 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.

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[LG03500( ALL)05/94]

*[LG03505( BCGV)01/95]

[LG03680( ALL)05/95]

one inch art:0011194-B

Anti-Lock Brake System Light (If equipped) This warning light will go on each time you start your vehicle. If it remains on for longer than five seconds, you should shut off your engine and restart. If the anti-lock brake light stays on, this indicates that the anti-lock feature is disabled and should receive immediate attention 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 the anti-lock light is out, the system performs another test the first time the vehicle reaches 14 mph (22 km/h). The system turns on the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) pump motor for approximately 1/2 second. At this time a mechanical noise may be heard. This is a normal part of the self-check feature. If a malfunction is found during this check the anti-lock light will come on.

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*[LG03700( ALL)05/95]

[LG03800( ALL)05/95]

%*[LG04300( ALL)04/95] *[LG04305( ALL)03/95]

*[LG04316( GV)03/95]

*[LG04323( GV)03/95]

*[LG04327( GV)03/95]

[LG04600( ALL)05/92]

one inch art:0010118-A

RWARNING

If the anti-lock brake system warning light remains on or comes on while driving, 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 warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt. The following conditions will take place:

If the driver’s safety belt is not buckled when the ignition is turned to the ON position, the light will turn on for 1 to 2 minutes and the chime will sound for 4 to 8 seconds. If the driver’s safety belt is buckled while the light is on or the chime is sounding, both the light and the chime will turn off. If the driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition is turned to the ON position, neither the light nor the chime will turn on.

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%*[LG04610( ALL)01/95] [LG04620( ALL)05/94]

[LG04630( ALL)05/94]

[LG04640(M GV)05/95]

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%*[LG04700( ALL)01/95] *[LG04800( ALL)03/95]

[LG04900( ALL)05/92]

one inch art:0010119-A

*[LG05100( ALL)02/95]

Air Bag Readiness Light The air bag system uses a readiness light to indicate the condition of the system. If the system is functioning properly, the light will stay on for 6 seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If there is a problem with the system, two things may happen: the readiness light will either flash or stay lit up, or you will hear a beeping sound. If 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 ignition to the ON or START position (engine off). The light should go off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to charge.

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*[LG05200( ALL)01/95]

%*[LG05205( BCGV)05/95] [LG05210( ALL)06/93]

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*[LG05220( BCGV)01/95]

*[LG05230( ALL)04/95]

If the light stays 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. Depressing the button on the shifter will return the vehicle to “overdrive on” mode. The transmission will be in the “overdrive on” mode when the vehicle is started even if the O/D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off. NOTE: If the light does 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.

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[LG07400( ALL)05/92]

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% [LG09200( GV)05/92]

[LG09300( GV)03/95]

[LG09405( GV)05/94]

one inch art:0010684-A

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.

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[LG09420( GV)05/92]

[LG09430( GV)05/92]

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[LG09440( GV)05/92]

[LG09450( GV)05/92]

[LG09460( GV)05/92]

%*[LG11005( ALL)03/95] *[LG11015( ALL)03/95]

*[LG11020( ALL)03/95]

Air Suspension Light (If equipped) This light tells you if the air suspension needs repair or if the air suspension switch (in the trunk on the right side) is OFF.

Normally, the light will glow momentarily as you turn the ignition key to the ON position. If it glows continuously: 1. Safely pull off the road as soon as possible. Turn the ignition key 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) system consists of the hardware and software 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 the vehicle may cause incorrect operation of the OBD II system. Additions such as burglar alarms, cellular phones, and CB radios must be carefully

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[LG11045( GV)05/94]

one inch art:0010134-A

*[LG11050( ALL)03/95]

*[LG11055( ALL)04/95]

*[LG11060( ALL)03/95]

*[LG11065( ALL)03/95]

installed. Do not install these devices by tapping into or running wires close to powertrain control system wires or components.

The light comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON, but it should turn off when the engine starts. If the light does not come on when you turn the ignition to ON or if it comes on and stays on when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. This indicates a possible problem with one of the vehicle’s emission control 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 at the first opportunity. You do not need to have your vehicle towed in. If the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you are driving, it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition corrected itself. An example of a condition which corrects itself occurs when an engine running out of fuel begins to misfire. In this case, the Check Engine Warning Light may turn on and will then set a Diagnostic Trouble Code indicating that the engine was misfiring while the last of the fuel was being consumed. After refueling, the Check

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*[LG11100( BCGV)05/95]

*[LG11200( ALL)05/95]

%*[LG12910( ALL)04/95] *[LG12920( ALL)05/95] [LG12950( ALL)06/93]

one inch art:0010525-A

Engine Warning Light will turn off after the vehicle has completed three consecutive warm up cycles without a misfire condition occurring. A warm up cycle consists 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. 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 soon as it is safely possible and turn off the engine. Remove and replace the fuel cap, making sure it is properly seated. After completing the three consecutive warm up cycles and on the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine Warning Light should turn off. If the light does not go off after the fourth engine restart, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer or a qualified technician. Turn Signal Indicator Lights The turn signal arrow will flash to indicate the direction in which you are going to be turning.

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%*[LG13000( ALL)01/95] [LG13050( GV)05/95]

Fuel Gauge

one third page art:0010695-A

[LG13100( ALL)08/93]

[LG13150( ALL)08/93]

*[LG13200( ALL)08/93]

%*[LG13400( ALL)01/95] *[LG13550( ALL)03/95]

[LG13600( ALL)03/94]

The fuel gauge The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank only when the ignition switch is ON. For proper fuel gauge indication after adding fuel, turn the ignition switch OFF while refueling the vehicle. The fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The most accurate reading is obtained with the vehicle on level ground. With ignition switch OFF, the fuel gauge indicator may drift from the ignition switch ON position. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate. The 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 the NORMAL band. It is acceptable for the pointer to fluctuate within the NORMAL band under normal driving

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[LG13650( ALL)05/94]

% [LG13740( GV)05/94]

one third page art:0010697-C

*[LG14100( ALL)01/95] *[LG14200( ALL)03/95] *[LG14300( ALL)01/95] *[LG14400( ALL)05/95]

*[LG14500( ALL)04/95]

*[LG14600( ALL)01/95]

conditions, and under certain driving conditions such as, heavy stop and go traffic, or driving up hills in hot weather, for the pointer to indicate at the top of the NORMAL band. If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves above the NORMAL band, the engine is overheating and continued operation may cause engine damage.

The engine coolant temperature gauge If your engine coolant overheats: 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible. 2. Turn off the engine. 3. Let the engine cool. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL.

4. 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.

If the coolant continues to overheat, have the coolant system serviced.

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*[LG15350( ALL)01/95]

% [LG16220( ALL)05/94] *[LG16225( ALL)05/94] *[LG16230( ALL)05/94]

*[LG16260( ALL)05/94]

Speedometer The speedometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle is moving. Odometer The odometer tells you the total number of miles (kilometers) your vehicle has been driven. Trip Odometer If you want to track your mileage up to 999.9
miles (kilometers), use the trip odometer. Simply set the trip odometer to zero by pressing the reset button firmly when beginning the distance you wish to measure. Since the trip odometer displays distance independent of the odometer it will not always advance to the next mile (kilometer) at the same time as the odometer. Battery Voltage Gauge (If Equipped) This gauge shows you the battery voltage when the ignition key is in the ON position. If the battery is operating under cold weather conditions, the pointer may indicate in the upper range of 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 is safely possible.

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[LG16291( GV)05/94]

one third page art:0010699-C

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*[LG16600( ALL)03/95] *[LG16700( ALL)01/95] *[LG16800( ALL)04/95] [LG16900( ALL)05/94]

[LG17000( ALL)05/94]

4.

The battery voltage gauge Engine Oil Pressure Gauge This gauge indicates the engine oil pressure, not the oil level. However, if your engine’s oil level is low, it could affect the oil pressure. With the engine running, the pointer should move into the NORMAL band. If the pointer drops below the NORMAL band while the engine is running, you have lost oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage. If you lose engine oil pressure: 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible. 2. Shut off the engine immediately or severe

engine damage could result.

3. 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 level ground. If the level is low, add oil as necessary before you start the engine again. Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine if the pointer is below the NORMAL band, regardless of the oil level. Contact your nearest dealer for further service actions.

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[LG17200( ALL)05/94]

%*[LG23800( GV)01/95] *[LG23900( GV)01/95]

*[LG24000( GV)01/95]

*[LG24100( GV)01/95] *[LG24300( GV)01/95]

For more information about adding oil, see Engine Oil Recommendations in the Index. The Electronic Cluster The electronic cluster works only when your ignition is in the ON position. Each time you start your vehicle, the displays go through a self-test by flashing on and off once before the actual readings are displayed. (Neither the turn signals nor the high beam indicator light will flash like the other indicators do for the self-test.) Some of the warning lights will flash on and remain on (will not immediately flash off) until the normal cluster display is lit. This self-test is 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: q warning lights and gauges q message center

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%*[LG24605( GV)01/95] % [LG24610( GV)03/94]

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

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*[LG24615( GV)01/95]

*[LG24618( GV)05/95]

*[LG24620( GV)01/95] *[LG24622( GV)03/95] *[LG24624( GV)03/95]

This gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate. 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 driving up hills in hot weather, for the gauge to indicate at the top of the NORMAL band. If, under any circumstance, the pointer moves above the NORMAL band, the temperature symbol flashes and a tone will sound to alert the driver that the engine coolant is overheating and continued operation may cause engine damage. If your engine coolant overheats: 1. Pull off the road as soon as it is safely

possible.

2. Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the

engine as soon as safely possible, severe engine damage could result.

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*[LG24626( GV)05/95]

*[LG24628( GV)04/95]

*[LG24630( GV)01/95] *[LG24635( GV)01/95]

%*[LG25700( GV)04/95] *[LG25750( GV)03/95]

*[LG25802( GV)03/95]

*[LG25851( GV)03/95]

*[LG25901( GV)03/95]

[LG26000( GV)06/93]

one inch art:0010118-A

3. Let the engine cool. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL.

4. 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.

If the coolant continues to overheat, have the coolant system serviced. If only the top two and bottom two bars appear on the gauge, then the system is indicating that it requires servicing. Contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt. The following conditions will take place:

If the driver’s safety belt is not buckled when the ignition is turned to the ON position, the light will turn on for 1 to 2 minutes and the chime will sound for 4 to 8 seconds. If the driver’s safety belt is buckled while the light is on or the chime is sounding, both the light and the chime will turn off. If the driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition is turned to the ON position, neither the light nor the chime will turn on.

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%*[LG27000( GV)01/95] *[LG27100( GV)03/95]

[LG27200( GV)06/93]

one inch art:0010156-A

%*[LG27600( GV)03/95] *[LG27650( GV)03/95]

*[LG27750( GV)03/95]

[LG27800( GV)06/93]

one inch art:0010153-A

High Beam Light This light comes on when the headlamps are turned to high beam or when you flash the lights.

Check Engine Warning Light The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II) system consists of the hardware and software 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 the vehicle may cause incorrect operation of the OBD II system. Additions such as burglar alarms, cellular phones, and CB radios must be carefully installed. Do not install these devices by tapping into or running wires close to powertrain control system wires or components.

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*[LG27810( GV)03/95]

*[LG27815( GV)04/95]

*[LG27820( GV)03/95]

*[LG27825( GV)03/95]

*[LG27850( GV)03/95]

The light comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON, but it should turn off when the engine starts. If the light does not come on when you turn the ignition to ON or if it comes on and stays on when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. This indicates a possible problem with one of the vehicle’s emission control 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 at the first opportunity. You do not need to have your vehicle towed in. If the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you are driving, it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition corrected itself. An example of a condition which corrects itself occurs when an engine running out of fuel begins to misfire. In this case, the Check Engine Warning Light may turn on and will then set a Diagnostic Trouble Code indicating that the engine was misfiring while the last of the fuel was being consumed. After refueling, the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off after the vehicle has completed three consecutive warm up cycles without a misfire condition occurring. A warm up cycle consists 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.

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*[LG27900( GV)05/95]

*[LG27950( GV)05/95]

%*[LG28101( GV)01/95] [LG28102( GV)02/93]

[LG28103( GV)10/90]

one inch art:0010514-A

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 soon as it is safely possible and turn off the engine. Remove and replace the fuel cap, making sure it is properly seated. After completing the three consecutive warm up cycles and on the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine Warning Light should turn off. If the light does not go off after the fourth engine restart, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer or a qualified technician. Air Bag Readiness Light The Air Bag Readiness light will go on each time you start your vehicle and will remain on for about 6-8 seconds indicating normal air bag operation. If this light stays on continuously or flashes, or if the light never comes on at all, there is something wrong with the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System and your vehicle should be taken in for service to the nearest Lincoln-Mercury dealer as soon as possible. Unless serviced, the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System may not function properly in the event of a collision.

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%*[LG28104( GV)01/95] *[LG28105( GV)01/95]

*[LG28106( GV)01/95]

[LG28107( GV)10/90]

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%*[LG28108( GV)01/95] [LG28109( GV)10/90]

one inch art:0010532-A

[LG28110( GV)06/93]

Charging System Warning Light This light comes on when you turn your ignition key from OFF to ON. The light should go out when the engine starts and the alternator 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 level. However, if your engine’s oil level is low, it could affect the oil pressure. The light should come on every time your ignition key is turned to ON or START, and should go out when the engine starts. If the light stays on or turns on while the engine is running, you have lost oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage.

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*[LG28111( GV)03/95] *[LG28112( GV)03/95] *[LG28113( GV)01/95]

[LG28114( GV)07/94]

If you lose engine oil pressure: 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible. 2. Shut off the engine immediately. If you do

not stop the engine as soon as safely possible, severe engine damage could result.

3. Check the engine’s oil level, following the

instructions on checking and adding engine oil, see Engine Oil in the Index. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured. To assure an accurate reading, your vehicle should be on level ground. If the level is low, add only as much oil as necessary before you start the engine again. Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine if the light is on, regardless of the oil level. Contact your nearest dealer for service as soon as possible.

[LG28115( GV)06/93]

4.

*[LG28117( GV)01/95]

%*[LG28120( GV)04/95] *[LG28122( GV)05/95]

[LG28137( GV)06/93]

one inch art:0010525-A

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 in which you are going to be turning.

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%*[LG28140( GV)01/95] *[LG28150( GV)01/95]

[LG28160( GV)10/90]

one inch art:0010648-A

*[LG28170( GV)01/95]

%*[LG29700( GV)01/95] [LG30810( GV)03/94]

one third page art:0010516-B

[LG30860( GV)03/95]

[LG30870( GV)03/93]

[LG30880( GV)03/92]

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 active. Fuel Gauge

The fuel gauge tells you approximately how many gallons/liters of fuel you have in the tank. When your tank reaches 1/8 or approximately 2 gallons (8 liters), a flashing fuel pump will appear. Turn the ignition switch off while fueling to obtain an accurate fuel gauge indication.

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[LG30885( GV)05/94]

[LG30890( GV)10/90]

[LG30900( GV)03/92]

%*[LG31000( GV)01/95] [LG31100( GV)05/95]

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*[LG31200( GV)01/95]

[LG31300( GV)03/94]

*[LG31400( GV)01/95]

NOTE: At least 2.5 gallons (9.5 liters) of fuel must be added for the fuel gauge to immediately show the new level of fuel. If less than 2.5 gallons (9.5 liters) of fuel is added, the gauge will reach the new level slowly.

If the fuel gauge displays only the top two bars and the bottom two bars, or, if 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 will show you how much fuel you have in the tank. FUEL REMAIN — Fuel Remaining

This function shows you how many gallons (liters) of fuel you have left in the fuel tank. If your fuel level is above 20 gallons (76 liters), the letter “F” (full) will appear on the display. But if your fuel level has dropped to below 1 gallon (4 liters), the letter “E” (empty) will appear in the display. Because of factors like rounding of numbers and fuel movement in the tank, your fuel gauge and the service station fuel pump readings may disagree slightly.

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*[LG31500( GV)01/95]

%*[LG33600( GV)01/95] [LG33700( GV)05/95]

*[LG34000( GV)01/95]

[LG34050( GV)05/95]

quarter page art:0010517-D

%*[LG34100( GV)01/95] *[LG34200( GV)01/95]

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 speedometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle is moving. It indicates the speed up to 120 mph or up to 195 km/h. You can press the E/M (English/Metric) button located just below the message center display to show the speed you are going in either miles per hour or kilometers per hour.

Odometer The odometer tells you the total number of miles or kilometers your vehicle has been driven. If the cluster is replaced, and the accumulated mileage on the odometer is unknown, the replacement cluster will have the circled “S” illuminated with zero miles on the odometer. If the actual vehicle mileage can be verified, then an authorized service center can program the actual mileage into the odometer of the replacement cluster. The actual mileage (if known) or an estimated mileage (if unknown) is shown on a label affixed on the door pillar.

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*[LG34410( GV)01/95]

*[LG34420( GV)01/95]

%*[LG46700( GV)04/95]

*[LG46800( GV)01/95]

*[LG47000( GV)01/95] *[LG47100( GV)01/95]

[LG47200( GV)05/94] *[LG47300( GV)01/95] *[LG47400( GV)01/95] *[LG47600( GV)01/95] *[LG47700( GV)01/95] [LG47900( GV)05/95]

one third page art:0010518-H

Press the E/M (English/Metric) button located just below the message center display to show miles or kilometers. If the odometer 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:

see problems such as Door Ajar, Air Suspension, Trunk Ajar, Washer Fluid see how many miles/kilometers you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank see when overdrive has been turned off

q monitor your average fuel economy q monitor your instantaneous fuel economy

check the distance you have travelled during a trip on either Trip A or Trip B

q monitor your average speed

Message center display showing all segments on

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% [LG48000( GV)10/90]

[LG48030( GV)02/94]

*[LG48060( GV)01/95] *[LG48100( GV)01/95]

[LG48130( GV)03/94]

one inch art:0010520-C

*[LG48160( GV)01/95] *[LG48200( GV)01/95] *[LG48260( GV)01/95]

*[LG48300( GV)01/95]

All of the message center functions are controlled by the three switches located just below the message center display: q E/M — Changes the electronic instrument cluster display to read in either English or Metric units.

q Reset — Sets the selected function to zero

(if resettable).

q Select — Selects the function. This is a dual

action switch, the right side advances function to the right, the left side advances function to the left.

Buttons for the message center How to use the message center To reset any function: 1. Push either the right or left side of the

SELECT button to choose the function you would like to set.

2. Push the RESET button and the selected

message center function will be reset to zero. (The only functions which can be reset to zero are: AVG ECON, TRIP A or TRIP B, and AVG SPEED.)

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*[LG48350( GV)01/95] %*[LG48400( GV)01/95]

[LG48450( GV)05/95]

one third page art:0010519-C

*[LG48500( GV)01/95]

*[LG48600( GV)01/95]

[LG48625( GV)05/94]

*[LG48650( GV)01/95]

What the message center functions can show 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 fuel. Otherwise, the display will not show the addition of fuel for a few miles. NOTE: At least 2.5 gallons (9.5 liters) of fuel must be added for the fuel gauge to imediately show the new level of fuel. When you have approximately 50 miles (80 km) left before you run out of fuel, the DTE function will flash for five (5) seconds and sound a tone for one (1) second. The message center will remain in the DTE function until you push the select button to change it. This low fuel warning also happens at 25 miles (40 km), and 10 miles (16 km).

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*[LG48675( GV)01/95]

[LG48700( GV)03/91]

one inch art:0010166-A

*[LG48800( GV)01/95]

%*[LG50000( GV)01/95] *[LG50100( GV)01/95]

[LG50150( GV)03/95]

[LG50200( GV)10/90]

one inch art:0010528-A

Displayed DTE will not be equal to AVG ECON multiplied by the FUEL REMAIN value. This is because DTE is calculated using a method that takes into consideration the fuel economy 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 miles per gallon or liters per 100 kilometers. Your message center computes this figure using the distance traveled and fuel used information. If you want to reset this function, press the RESET button while the average fuel economy feature is displayed. The average shown is the average since the reset.

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*[LG50300( GV)01/95]

*[LG50400( GV)01/95] *[LG50500( GV)01/95] *[LG50600( GV)01/95] *[LG50700( GV)01/95] %*[LG50800( GV)01/95] *[LG50900( GV)01/95]

[LG51000( GV)10/90]

one inch art:0010529-A

*[LG51100( GV)01/95]

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons used, your figure may be different than displayed because of: q Your vehicle not being perfectly level during

fill-up

q Differences in the automatic shut-off points

on the fuel pumps at service stations

q Variations in top-off procedure from one

fill-up to another

q Rounding of the displayed values to the

nearest 0.1 gallon (liters) on the fuel gauge.

INST ECON — Instantaneous Fuel Economy Select this function to calculate your instantaneous fuel economy. Your instantaneous fuel economy is the fuel economy you get at any particular moment. For example, you can see what your fuel economy is in heavy traffic or on an open highway.

Your vehicle must be moving to calculate fuel economy. When your vehicle is not moving, instantaneous fuel economy is displayed at 0 miles per gallon or 99 liters per 100 kilometers. When you are moving, the display may read anything between 0 and 99
miles/gallon (1 to 99 L/km). Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset.

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%*[LG51200( GV)01/95] *[LG51300( GV)01/95]

[LG51400( GV)10/90]

one inch art:0010530-A

*[LG51500( GV)01/95]

[LG51600( GV)05/94]

[LG51700( GV)05/94]

[LG51800( GV)05/94]

one inch art:0011294-A

[LG51900( GV)05/94]

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 reset either trip feature to zero, press the RESET button while a trip distance feature (Trip A or Trip B) is displayed. AVG SPEED — Average Speed Select this function to display your average speed in miles per hour or kilometers per hour.

Your vehicle must be moving to calculate your average speed. When your vehicle is not moving, the average speed is displayed at 0 miles per hour or 0 kilometers per hour.

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[LG52200( GV)05/95] *[LG52300( GV)01/95]

*[LG52400( GV)01/95]

[LG52500( GV)10/90]

one inch art:0010522-A

Check Air Suspension Light This light glows momentarily when the ignition is turned to the ON position. 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 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 road as soon as possible. Turn the ignition switch from ON to OFF and to ON again. If the light continues to be displayed after flashing five (5) times, turn the air suspension switch (located in the trunk on the right side) off and take your vehicle to a dealership for service as soon as possible.

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%*[LG52550( GV)05/95] [LG52560( GV)06/92]

one inch art:0010733-B

*[LG52570( GV)01/95]

*[LG52571( GV)04/95]

%*[LG52600( GV)01/95] *[LG52700( GV)01/95]

[LG52800( GV)05/94]

one inch art:0010523-B

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. Depressing the button on the shifter will return the vehicle to “overdrive on” mode. The transmission will be in the “overdrive on” mode when the vehicle is started even if the O/D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off. NOTE: If the light does 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 of washer fluid left. With the ignition ON this light will flash five (5) times and a tone will sound for one (1) second, and then the light will remain on.

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%*[LG52900( GV)01/95] *[LG53000( GV)01/95]

[LG53100( GV)10/90]

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%*[LG53200( GV)01/95] *[LG53300( GV)01/95]

[LG53400( GV)05/94]

one inch art:0010524-B

Door Ajar Light If one of the doors is not completely shut, this light comes on 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 ON this light will flash five (5) times and sound a tone for one (1) second, and then the light will remain on.

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[LG53500( GV)07/93]

[LG53600( GV)05/94]

[LG53700( GV)05/94]

one third page art:0011296-A

% [LG53800( GV)05/94]

[LG53900( GV)05/94]

[LG54000( GV)05/94]

one inch art:0011297-A

Indicator Lamp Module The following warning lights are on the indicator lamp module. The following section details 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 closed, and then goes out.

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% [LG54200( GV)05/94]

*[LG54300( GV)01/95]

*[LG54400( GV)01/95]

[LG54500( GV)05/94]

one inch art:0010642-E

Anti-Lock Brake System Light (If equipped) This warning light will go on each time you start your vehicle. If it remains on for longer than 5 seconds, you should shut off your engine and restart. If the anti-lock brake light stays on, this indicates that the anti-lock feature is disabled and should receive immediate attention 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 the anti-lock light is out, the system performs another test the first time the vehicle reaches 14 mph (22 km/h). The system turns on the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) pump motor for approximately 1/2 second. At this time a mechanical noise may be heard. This is a normal part of the self-check feature. If a malfunction is found during this check the anti-lock light will come on.

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*[LG54550( GV)05/95]

[LG54555( GV)05/95]

%*[LG54560( GV)03/95] *[LG54570( GV)03/95]

[LG54580( GV)05/94]

one inch art:0010681-C

*[LG54590( GV)01/95]

RWARNING

If the anti-lock brake system warning light remains on or comes on while driving, 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.

Brake System Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things — that the parking brake is not fully released, or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is low, the brake system should be checked by a qualified service technician.

This light comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON, but it normally goes off shortly 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.

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*[LG55000( GV)05/95]

% [LG55100( GV)05/94]

[LG55200( GV)05/94]

[LG55300( GV)05/94]

one inch art:0011298-A

RWARNING

The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately.

Hazard Warning Light The hazard warning light will blink on and off continuously when you use the hazard flasher. See Using the Hazard Flasher in the Steering Column Controls section.

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[IP00400( ALL)05/95]

%*[IP00500( ALL)05/95]

%*[IP00600( ALL)01/95] [IP00700( ALL)03/91]

[IP01200( BCGV)06/93]

[IP01300( GV)03/94]

*[IP01400( ALL)09/89]

% [IP10700( BCGV)08/93]

[IP10800( BCGV)08/93]

[IP10900( BCGV)08/93]

[IP11000( BCGV)08/93]

[IP11100( BCGV)08/93]

The main controls for the climate control system, clock, and radio are on the instrument panel. NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the

gloss (shine) of the upper part of the instrument panel should be avoided. The dull finish in this area is to help protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection.

The Climate Control Systems Your vehicle has one of two different climate control systems. The two systems are:

a manual heating and air conditioning system 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 can heat the inside of your vehicle, defrost the windshield, and turn on the air conditioning with the three knobs in the center of the instrument panel:

FAN q TEMP

SELECT

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[IP11200( GV)05/95]

one third page art:0010621-D

[IP11400( GV)05/94]

% [IP11601( GV)05/94]

[IP11800( GV)05/94]

% [IP12000( GV)05/94]

[IP12200( GV)05/94]

The controls for the manual heating and air conditioning system For maximum heating, move the SELECT knob to FLOOR, move the TEMP knob to the end of the red range (full clockwise) and move the fan speed to HI. To heat the interior of your vehicle and defrost the windshield at the same time, move the SELECT knob to MIX and select the temperature and fan speed desired. For maximum defrosting, move the SELECT knob to DEFROST V, move the temperature to the end of the red range (full clockwise) and operate the fan 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 warm weather, move the SELECT knob to MAX A/C, move the TEMP knob to the end of the blue range (full counterclockwise) and move the fan to HI.

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[IP12400( GV)03/92]

[IP12600( GV)03/94]

[IP12800( GV)05/94]

[IP13000( GV)03/92]

[IP13200( GV)05/94]

% [IP13300( BCGV)01/89]

[IP13400( BCGV)03/92]

%*[IP15900( GV)04/95] *[IP16000( GV)05/95]

*[IP16100( GV)05/95]

If the inside of the vehicle is very warm, drive for the first few minutes with the windows open to force the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Fan speed can be reduced, after a comfortable temperature has been reached, to provide quieter system operation. To cool your vehicle using outside air, move the SELECT knob to NORM A/C, move the TEMP knob to the end of the blue range (full counterclockwise) and set the fan to the desired speed. Cooling your vehicle in this way provides quieter operation, but it is not as economical as MAX A/C. The instrument panel registers may be adjusted to control the quantity and direction of air being discharged. The thumbwheel controls the volume of air and the knob in the center of the register directs the air up and down or side to side. When the SELECT knob is moved to OFF, the system is off and the fan will not operate. Adjusting the panel register airflow The instrument panel registers may be adjusted to your comfort 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 panel and operates only when the key is in the ON position. The EATC feature maintains the temperature you select and automatically controls the airflow for your comfort. It also allows you to override

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[IP16200( GV)03/95]

half page art:0011299-D

*[IP16300( GV)02/95]

*[IP16400( GV)02/95]

*[IP16500( GV)01/95]

the automatic operation with manual override buttons.

The controls 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 TEMP has been selected. Then, OUTSIDE TEMP and the temperature will appear in the window. If you select AUTOMATIC, the system will automatically determine fan speed and airflow location. If an override button is selected, your selection determines airflow location only. Fan speed remains automatic unless you override it by rotating the vertical thumbwheel located at the extreme right of the control panel.

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*[IP16600( GV)02/95]

*[IP16700( GV)02/95]

[IP16800( GV)05/94]

one third page art:0011300-B

*[IP16900( GV)03/95]

To change the temperature in the display window, select any temperature between 65˚F (18˚C) and 85˚F (29˚C) using the BLUE (cooler) or RED (warmer) buttons. The Electronic Automatic Temperature Control will do the rest. If you want continuous maximum cooling, push the BLUE button until 60˚F (16˚C) is shown in the display window. Your EATC will cool at maximum and disregard the 60˚F (16˚C) setting until you select a warmer temperature with the RED button. If you want continuous maximum heating, push the RED button until 90˚F (32˚C) is shown in the display window. Your EATC will provide maximum heat regardless of the 90˚F (32˚C) setting until you select a cooler temperature with the BLUE button.

The display window tells you how the 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 of the fan speed with the H symbol. The display window with all possible displays and their positions are shown here. Normally not all are shown at the same time but are included here to familiarize you with the names and symbols.

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*[IP17000( GV)01/95] *[IP17100( GV)02/95]

[IP17200( GV)05/95]

quarter page art:0011301-C

*[IP17300( GV)02/95]

*[IP17400( GV)02/95]

Automatic operation Push the AUTOMATIC button and select the desired temperature. The selected temperature and AUTO will be shown in the display window. The EATC will automatically heat 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 is not warm enough to allow heating. For a short time the fan will be at low speed and air directed to the windshield. In 3-1/2
minutes or less, the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow will change to the floor area. If unusual conditions exist (i.e., window fogging, etc.), the six manual override buttons allow you to select special air discharge locations. A thumbwheel allows you to adjust the fan speed to suit your needs.

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*[IP17500( GV)03/95] *[IP17600( GV)05/95]

[IP17700( GV)03/95]