Traction-Lok Axle (If Equipped) - Mercury 1996 Cougar Manual

Always set the parking brake fully and
make sure that the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park).
Never leave your vehicle unattended
while it is running.
You can tell a console-mounted gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park) if the lever is
adjacent to the P (Park) and you cannot move it
without pushing in the thumb button.

Traction-Lok Axle (If equipped)

This axle provides added traction on slippery
surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a
poor traction surface. Under normal conditions
the Traction-Lok axle functions as a standard
rear axle.
Extended use of other than matching size tires
on a Traction-Lok rear axle could result in a
permanent reduction in effectiveness. This loss of
effectiveness does not affect normal driving and
should not be noticeable to the driver.
To avoid injury, never run the engine
with one wheel off the ground, such as
when changing a tire.
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