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If the needle moves towards 120°C,
the engine is overheating. Stop the
engine, switch the ignition off and
determine the cause once the
engine has cooled down. See
Engine coolant check (page 214).
Fuel gauge
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump
symbol tells you on which side of
your vehicle the fuel filler cap is
located.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and
indicators will illuminate briefly when
you switch the ignition on to confirm
that the system is operational:
•
ABS
•
Airbag
•
Brake system
•
Engine
•
Frost
•
Ignition
•
Oil pressure (all except 2.5L
Duratec-ST)
•
Stability control (ESP).
If a warning or indicator lamp does
not illuminate when the ignition is
switched on, it indicates a
malfunction. Have the system
checked by properly trained
technician.
Instruments
ABS warning lamp
a malfunction. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician. You will continue to have
normal braking (without ABS) but
have this checked as soon as
possible.
Airbag warning lamp
while driving, this indicates a
malfunction. Have the system
checked by a properly trained
technician.
Brake system warning lamp
Do not step on the brake pedal
abruptly.
brake circuits. Check the brake fluid
level. See Brake and clutch fluid
check (page 215).
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It will flash when the system
is operating. If it illuminates
when driving, this indicates
If it does not illuminate, if it
stays on or illuminates
intermittently or continuously
WARNING
Reduce your speed gradually.
Use your brakes with great care.
If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a
malfunction in one of the
WARNING
Have this checked immediately.
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