Roadside emergencies – FORD 1998 Taurus User Manual

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HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROL

Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle
breakdown, approaching danger, etc. The hazard
flashers can be operated when the ignition is off.
• The hazard lights

control is located on
top of the steering
column.

• Depress hazard

lights control to
activate all hazard
flashers
simultaneously.

• Depress control again to turn the flashers off.

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH

After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not
start, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been
activated. The shut-off switch is a device intended to
stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has
been involved in a substantial jolt.

1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.

2. Check the fuel system for leaks.

3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump
shut-off switch by pushing in the button on the
switch.

4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for a
few seconds and return the key to the OFF position.

5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system.

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