window FORD ASPIRE 1996 1.G Owners Manual

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[ST12000(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your dealer inspect your
vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes.
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[ST12100(ALL)01/95]
Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems
checked whenever:
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[ST12200(ALL)02/95]
q
your vehicle is raised for service
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[ST12300(ALL)02/95]
q
the sound of the exhaust system changes
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[ST12400(ALL)01/95]
q
your vehicle has been damaged in a collision
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[ST12500(ALL)01/95]
Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet
vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris.
[ST12600(ALL)02/95]
If you must allow your engine to idle for long
periods of time, be sure you are in an open area
and open the windows at least one inch
(25 mm). Also, adjust the heating or air
conditioning to bring in outside air.
[ST12700(ALL)02/95]
If you are using the heater, set the fan speed on
1, 2, or 3 with the function lever on the position
of your choice and the air door control lever in
the fresh (outside air) position.
[ST12900(ALL)02/95]
If you are using the air conditioner, set the fan
speed on 1, 2, or 3 with the function lever in the
position of your choice. Set the air door control
lever in the fresh (outside air) position.
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[LG05800(ALL)05/95]
If the light turns on and off briefly while you
are driving, it means that the condition is no
longer present.
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[LG05825(ALL)01/95]
Air Bag Readiness Light
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[LG05850(ALL)06/93]
This light illuminates for six seconds when the
ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light
fails to illuminate, continues to flash, remains on,
or if a series of five beeps is heard, have the
system serviced as soon as possible.
[LG05875(ALL)05/93]
one inch art:0032124-A
Air bag readiness light
[LG05900(ALL)02/95]
Rear Window Defroster Indicator Light
(If equipped)
[LG05925(ALL)02/95]
When the rear window defroster is activated, the
indicator light in the instrument cluster
illuminates. After the rear window is clear, push
the defroster switch to turn off the defroster. The
light in the cluster goes out.
[LG05950(ALL)05/93]
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Rear window defroster indicator light
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quarter page art:0032167-CFunction selector lever
[IP01700(ALL)02/95]
VThe position furthest to the right is for
defrosting the windows only. Air will be
directed out the defroster vents at the base of
the windshield and side window defogger vents.
[IP02300(ALL)04/95]
TThe second position from the right (Mix) lets
you direct air through the defrosters and
through the floor outlets.
[IP02400(ALL)04/95]
RThe center position (Floor) directs air only to
the floor.
[IP02600(ALL)05/95]
SThe second position from the left
(Panel-Floor) directs air to the floor, and out the
instrument panel vents. You can ªaimº the air
coming from the vents by moving the
instrument panel vents.
[IP02800(ALL)04/95]
QThe position furthest to the left (Panel)
directs air out of the instrument panel vents
only.
[IP02900(ALL)01/92]
Air door control lever
[IP03000(ALL)07/95]
The air door control lever lets you choose
outside air or recirculated air from inside the
passenger area. Moving the lever all the way left
to theMsymbol closes the door and inside
air is recirculated. Moving the lever all the way
to the right to theNsymbol opens the door
and outside air is drawn in. Use the fresh air
position for most conditions.When the air door
control lever is in the recirculate position (far
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left), window fogging can occur.Use the
recirculate position only to improve air
conditioning performance when fresh air cooling
is inadequate, or for short periods to try to keep
out odors from the outside.
[IP03050(ALL)07/93]
NOTE: Do not use the recirculate position
when window fogging occurs.
[IP03100(ALL)05/93]
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Air door control lever
[IP03200(ALL)01/92]
Temperature control lever
[IP03300(ALL)08/91]
The air temperature can be adjusted by moving
the lever into the red area for warm air or into
the blue area for unheated air.
[IP03350(ALL)05/93]
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Temperature control lever
[IP03400(ALL)01/89]
Fan
[IP03550(ALL)07/95]
HFan speed can be controlled by turning the
fan speed control knob from OFF through 3
(high speed).
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[IP03600(ALL)06/94]
Turning On the Heat
[IP03675(ALL)08/91]
1. Move the temperature control lever all the
way into the red area.
[IP03700(ALL)07/95]
2. Move the function selector lever to direct air
to the floorR.
[IP03725(ALL)07/95]
3. Leave the air door control lever in the fresh
air positionNor the windows may fog
up in cold weather.
[IP03750(ALL)07/95]
4. Set the fan speed
Hto the desired speed.
[IP03775(ALL)02/95]
As the interior warms up, select a slower fan
speed or move the temperature control lever
toward the blue area to keep a comfortable
setting.
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[IP04300(ALL)01/89]
Defrosting the Windshield and Side
Windows
[IP04350(ALL)02/95]
1. Set the temperature control lever all the way
to the right in the red area.
[IP04375(ALL)07/95]
2. Set the function selector lever to theV
(defrost) position.
[IP04400(ALL)07/95]
3. Set the air door control lever to the right
N(fresh air) position.
[IP04450(ALL)07/95]
4. Set the
H(fan speed) to the highest speed.
The fan speed can be adjusted to maintain
fog free windows after they are cleared.
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[IP04700(ALL)01/89]
Heating and Defrosting at the Same Time
[IP04750(ALL)08/91]
1. Set the desired temperature and fan speed.
[IP04800(ALL)07/95]
2. Move the function selector lever to theS
(mix) position and move the air door control
lever to the right.
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[IP05200(ALL)01/94]
Ventilating Your Vehicle With Outside Air
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[IP05300(ALL)06/95]
On mild days, you may want to ventilate your
vehicle with outside air. To open the vents:
[IP05400(ALL)07/95]
1. Move the function selector lever to theQ
(panel) position.
[IP05500(ALL)07/95]
2. Move the air door control lever to theN
(fresh air) position.
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[IP05600(ALL)07/95]
3. Set the fan
Hspeed as desired.
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[IP05800(ALL)12/91]
Tips for Controlling the Temperature in
Your Vehicle
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[IP05900(ALL)03/94]
q
To vary the temperature inside your vehicle,
move the temperature selector toward the red
area for warmer air and toward the blue area
for cooler air.
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[IP06000(ALL)03/94]
q
If you drive with the fan off and the
windows closed, the windows may fog up.
To prevent fogging:
[IP06100(ALL)07/95]
1. Set the function selector lever to theV
(defrost) position.
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[IP06200(ALL)01/89]
2. Set the desired temperature.
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[IP06300(ALL)07/95]
3. Set the desired
Hspeed.
[IP06350(ALL)07/95]
4. Always use theN(fresh air) setting on
the air door control lever.
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[IP06400(ALL)12/91]
q
Do not put objects under the front seats that
will interfere with the flow of air to the back
seats.
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[IP06500(ALL)12/03]
q
Remove any snow, ice, or leaves from the
area below the windshield on the outside of
your vehicle. They could block the air intake.
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NORM A/C
[IP07850(ALL)11/91]
When maximum air conditioning is not needed,
using outside air instead of recirculated air can
be quieter, but it is less efficient. To cool your
car with outside air:
[IP07900(ALL)07/95]
1. Move the function selector lever to theQ
(panel) position.
[IP07925(ALL)07/95]
2. Set the air door control lever to theN
(fresh air) position.
[IP07950(ALL)08/91]
3. Set the temperature control lever all the way
in the blue area.
[IP07975(ALL)08/91]
4. Push the A/C button.
[IP08000(ALL)08/91]
5. Set the
Hspeed as desired.
[IP08400(ALL)07/95]
Defrosting the windshield
[IP08450(ALL)07/95]
You can clear a fogged windshield more quickly
by pushing the A/C button to the ON position
after completing steps 1 through 3 of the
Defrosting the Windshield and Side Windows. After
the windshield is clear, push the A/C button off.
[IP09000(ALL)01/95]
Tips for Better Fuel Economy
[IP09100(ALL)07/95]
On mild days, ventilate with outside air. You
will get better fuel economy without using the
air conditioning.
[IP09200(ALL)07/95]
On hot days, close the air doorMwhen using
the air conditioner. The air conditioner works
harder to cool outside air than recirculated air.
[IP13100(ALL)01/95]
Air Conditioning Operation
[IP13250(ALL)01/94]
If your vehicle has been parked with the
windows closed during hot weather, drive for a
few minutes with the windows open and the air
conditioner on. This forces most of the warm air
out of the vehicle.
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[IP13900(ALL)06/95]
Rear Window Defroster (If equipped)
[IP14150(ALL)05/93]
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Rear window defroster switch
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[IP14250(ALL)12/91]
The defroster for the rear window clears frost,
fog, or thin ice from both the inside and outside
of the rear window.
[IP14700(ALL)07/95]
To operate the defroster, push theV(defroster)
switch on the instrument panel to the right of
the steering wheel. The indicator light on the
instrument cluster comes on. When the window
is clear, push the defroster switch again to turn
it off.
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[IP14900(ALL)03/94]
NOTE: Never use sharp instruments or
window cleaners with abrasives to
clean the inside of your rear window.
If you do, you may damage the heating
elements that are bonded to the inside
of the rear window and cause damage
to the rear window defroster.
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[SC04920(ALL)02/95]
Rear Windshield Wipers
(If equipped)
[SC04940(ALL)07/93]
The rear window wiper and washer can be
activated by turning the knob at the end of the
wiper/washer lever.
[SC04960(ALL)02/95]
To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob up to
the ON position.
[SC04980(ALL)02/95]
To wash the rear window, turn the knob up to
thecposition. When you release it, the
washers will stop.
[SC05010(ALL)02/95]
For a single wash/wipe cycle, turn the knob
down to thedposition.
[SC05050(ALL)05/93]
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Rear windshield wiper/washer controls
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[FV03100(ALL)02/95]
Windows
[FV03250(ALL)03/91]
Operating the Windows
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[FV03300(ALL)07/93]
The side windows on your vehicle can be raised
or lowered manually by turning the hand crank
located on each door.
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[FV03400(ALL)08/91]
NOTE: If you notice buffeting or pulsation
(wind shock) with either side window
open, you should open the opposite
window slightly to reduce the
condition.
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[FV05600(ALL)01/95]
Seats
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[FV05625(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback
when the vehicle is moving.
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[FV05650(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury in a
collision, always drive and ride with your
seatback upright and the lap belt snug
and low across the hips.
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[FV05675(ALL)07/95]
RWARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury in a
collision, children should always ride with
the seatback upright.
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