Instrumentation – FORD 1999 Escort User Manual

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Charging system

Illuminates when the ignition is
turned to the ON position and the
engine is off. The light also
illuminates when the battery is not
charging properly, requiring
electrical system service.

Engine oil pressure

Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
and the engine is off. Illuminates
when the oil pressure falls below the
normal range. Stop the vehicle as
soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the
oil level and add oil if needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance
and Care
chapter.

Liftgate ajar (if equipped)

Illuminates when the ignition is in
the ON position and the liftgate is
open.

Safety belt warning chime

Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating
and safety restraints
chapter.

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime

For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and
safety restraints
chapter.

Key-in-ignition warning chime

Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC
position and the driver’s door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime

Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off
(and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

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