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Clock Controls on Electronic
Radios
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The electronic radios have a built-in clock. For
complete operating instructions, refer to the
Electronic Sound Systemschapter in this Owner
Guide.
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Ignition
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Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
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The positions of the key in the ignition lock cylinder.
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ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's
electrical accessories such as the radio and the
windshield wipers to operate while the engine is
not running.
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LOCK locks the steering wheel and gearshift
lever.
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LOCK is the only position that allows you to
remove the key. The LOCK feature helps to
protect your vehicle from theft.
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If your key is stuck in the LOCK position and
will not turn, move your steering wheel left or
right until the key turns freely.
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OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all
accessories without locking the steering wheel or
the automatic transmission gearshift lever.
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ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning
lights (except the brake system warning light) to
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Steering Your Vehicle
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Your vehicle comes with power steering. Power
steering uses energy from the engine to help
steer your vehicle.
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If the amount of effort needed to steer your
vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have
the power steering system checked. If the power
steering system breaks down (or if the engine is
turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually
but it takes more effort.
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Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme
right or left for more than five seconds if the
engine is running. This can damage the power
steering pump.
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NOTE: After any severe impact such as
striking large potholes, sliding into
curbs on icy roads, or a collision
involving the front end, observe the
steering wheel alignment. If the spokes
of the steering wheel seem to be in a
different position while going straight
down the road, have the front
suspension and steering checked for
possible damage.
[GF10000(ALL)03/96]Automatic Transmission
Operation (4R44E/5R55E)
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If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic
transmission, it will be either a four speed
overdrive transmission (4R44E) or a five speed
overdrive transmission (5R55E). All 3.0L engines
use the 4R44E transmission, while all 4.0L
engines use the 5R55E transmission. Both
transmission types have a lockup torque
converter. Transmission operation is controlled
by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
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The PCM will automatically adjust transmission
operation to make up for varying conditions.
Several sensors located on the engine and
transmission such as throttle position, engine
speed, vehicle speed and transmission
temperature are used by the PCM to shift the
transmission into a higher or lower gear when
required for the best performance and fuel
economy. For example, you may notice that the
transmission will upshift to a higher gear more
quickly when the vehicle has not reached normal
operating temperature.
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The PCM also controls the transmission's Torque
Converter Clutch (TCC) to further raise vehicle
performance and fuel economy. The TCC will
engage when the transmission operating
temperature and other conditions determined by
the PCM have been met. Engagement of the
clutch may be noted as a decrease in engine
speed.
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To help in troubleshooting, the PCM continually
performs self-tests on the electronic control
system and, if any faults are detected, stores
them in memory. The Transmission Control
Indicator Light (TCIL) (O/D OFF), which is
located on the gearshift lever, may flash steadily
if a malfunction has been detected. If the TCIL is
flashing, contact your Ford dealer as soon as
possible. If this condition persists, damage to the
transmission could occur.
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Speed limiter
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All models are equipped with a Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) which limits the
maximum engine speed and thus road speed in
top gear. Vehicle operation is normal since the
controlled maximum speed is above posted
highway speeds in North America.
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Power Braking
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Increasing the engine speed above idle without
vehicle movement (such as holding the brake) in
a forward or reverse gear causes transmission
stall.
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NOTE: Continued operation in the stall
condition can result in transmission
overheat, malfunction or fluid
expulsion.
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Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
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Putting Your Vehicle in Gear
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Your vehicle's gearshift is on the steering
column. The transmission control switch is
located on the end of the gearshift lever. You
can put the gearshift in any one of several
positions.
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The positions of the column-mounted gearshift
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RWARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended
while it is running.
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R (Reverse)
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With the gearshift in the R (Reverse) position,
the vehicle will move backward. You should
always come to a complete stop before shifting
into or out of R (Reverse).
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N (Neutral)
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With the gearshift in the N (Neutral) position,
the vehicle can be started and is free to roll.
Hold the brake pedal down while in this
position.
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RWARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the transfer case in the N (Neutral)
position. Always set the parking brake
fully and turn off the ignition when
leaving the vehicle.
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With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicle
is free to move with either the automatic
transmission in P (Park) or with the manual
transmission in any driving gear.
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Driving (4R44E Transmission)
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When to usej(Overdrive)
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This is the normal driving position. As the
vehicle picks up speed, automatic upshifts to
second, third and fourth gears will occur when
jOverdrive is chosen on the selector and the
transmission control switch has not been
pressed. The transmission will shift into the
correct gear when the right speed is achieved,
for the accelerator pedal position you have
chosen.
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When to use Drive
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You will note there is not a drive position on
your gearshift indicator. However, you will find
a transmission control switch labeled
OVERDRIVE OFF located on the end of the
gearshift lever. Press this switch and the
indicator light (OFF) illuminates on the gearshift
lever. With overdrive cancelled and the
OVERDRIVE OFF illuminated, the transmission
will operate in gears one through three. This is
useful if you experience frequent
downshift/upshift conditions, when operating
with a heavy load or in hilly terrain, or if
additional engine braking is useful. However,
shift back toj(Overdrive) whenever practical
for optimum powertrain cooling and fuel
economy. This can be accomplished by pushing
the transmission control switch again, to cancel
the OVERDRIVE OFF control and light.
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When starting your vehicle, the overdrive system
will automatically be in the normal overdrive
mode.
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When to use 2 (Second)
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Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or
to provide additional engine braking on
downgrades. This position provides 2 (Second)
gear operation only.
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When to use 1 (Low)
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Use 1 (Low) to provide maximum engine
braking on steep downgrades. Upshifts from 1
(Low) can be made by manually shifting to 2
(Second) orj(Overdrive). Selection of 1 (Low)
gear provides only low gear operation from
start-up. Selection of 1 (Low) while at higher
speeds provides a shift to second gear, and a
shift to first gear will occur after the vehicle
decelerates to the proper speed.
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Forced Downshifts
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To gain acceleration inj(Overdrive) or Drive
(jposition with Overdrive cancelled) when
passing another vehicle, push the accelerator to
the floor. The transmission will downshift to the
appropriate gear: third, second or first.
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Driving (5R55E Transmission)
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When to usej(Overdrive)
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This is the normal driving position. As the
vehicle picks up speed, automatic upshifts to
second, third, fourth and fifth gears will occur
whenj(Overdrive) is chosen on the selector
and the transmission control switch has not been
pressed. The transmission will shift into the
correct gear when the right speed is achieved,
for the accelerator pedal position you have
chosen.
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When to use Drive
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You will note there is not a drive position on
your gearshift indicator. However, you will find
a transmission control switch labeled
OVERDRIVE OFF located on the end of the
gearshift lever. With overdrive canceled and the
OVERDRIVE OFF illuminated, the transmission
will operate in gears one through four. This is
useful if you experience frequent
downshift/upshift conditions, when operating a
heavy load or in hilly terrain, or if additional
engine braking is useful. However, shift back to
j(Overdrive) whenever practical for optimum
powertrain cooling and fuel economy. This can
be accomplished by pushing the transmission
control switch again, to cancel the OVERDRIVE
OFF control and light.
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When to use 2 (Second)
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With the gearshift in the 2 (Second) position,
more engine braking is provided. Use the 2
(Second) position to drive up moderately steep
grades, to start up slippery roads, or to provide
moderate engine braking on downgrades. DO
NOT GO FASTER THAN 55 mph (88 km/h) IN
THIS GEARSHIFT POSITION.
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When to use 1 (Low)
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With the gearshift in the 1 (First) position,
maximum engine braking is provided. This
position provides 1 (First) gear operation only
with no automatic upshifts. To obtain upshifts,
the gearshift must be moved out of this position.
Use the 1 (First) position to drive up steep
grades or to provide maximum engine braking
on downgrades.
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Forced Downshifts
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To gain acceleration inj(Overdrive) or Drive
(Overdrive off) when passing another vehicle,
push the accelerator to the floor. The
transmission will downshift to the appropriate
gear: fourth, third, second or first gear.
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Traction-Lok Rear Axle
(If equipped)
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This axle provides added drive away traction on
slippery surfaces, particularly when one or more
wheels are on a surface with poor traction.
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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.
[GF16005(ALL)01/96]Electronic 4-Wheel Drive (E-4WD)
(If equipped)
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If your vehicle is equipped with the E-4WD
option, power is provided to all four wheels
whenever you press the accelerator pedal. It
improves both handling and traction during
difficult driving conditions, adjusting
automatically to your driving needs. Because the
entire E-4WD system is controlled by a
microprocessor, your vehicle is not equipped
with the switch or shift lever used with most
traditional 4WD vehicles. The microprocessor
does all the adjusting for you.
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Automatic Transmissions
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Preparing to Tow
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For your safety and for the good of your
vehicle, use the right equipment for the type of
trailer you tow. Also, make sure that all towing
equipment is properly attached to your vehicle.
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