Table 1 shows three common electrical system related problems of the 1996 Mercury Cougar.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Ignition problems | |
| Ignition Module problems |
Headlight switch has shorted out many times. Local delarship knows the problem and I have had it replaced by a local shop three times. Fod had checked for electrical shorts and said they were all fine. Automatic transmision went out because the filter wasnt getting enough fluid because the filter wasnt close enough to the bottom of the fan 96 Cougar 41,000 original miles.
The ignition has failed on two occasions. Car wouldn't shut off by ignition key. Had to shut off via fuel shutoff. Mr.
If heat is left on module it will catch on fire.