You are low on coolant.
I have what looks like a battery light on my dashboard. What does this mean?
its below freezing temperature
Means you have an issue with the engine coolant level.
usually that the battery isn't taking a charge. have the alternator checked, many shops will test the charging system for free
I have a instrument light that is on ---- 1999 Cougar , it looks light a transmission, but I think it is the emission indicator on the far left of the steering wheel, what does this mean?
Assuming you mean Mercury Cougar, a new 1983 Mercury Cougar sold for $9800.
FFS on a 1990 Cougar stands for feedback fuel system.
According to the 2001 Mercury Cougar Owner Guide : The wrench light in the overhead warning lights means : ( routine maintenance should be performed , the light comes on after approximately 4800 miles / 358 days )
put your dam seat belt onIncorrect:The mentioned light is not the seat belt light, that is red. What you are seeing is the Airbag system light. It should come on when you start the car to show that the system is ready and waiting to save you life.
That is your " check engine",or the other name for it is On board diagnostics system.One of your emission control systems may be malfunctioning.It could be because of poor fuel or water in the fuel or the fuel cap may not be any good
The answer to your question is that the snowflake appears when thoutside temperature drops to 40 degrees or below, it then changes to red when it is 32 degrees and below, thus letting you know when it is freezing outside so you know how to hand le the roads.
You can view the 1999 Mercury Cougar owners manual online at : www . motorcraft service . com ( no spaces ) Click on Owner Guides The manual explains , with drawings , what each warning light is for