tow FORD BRONCO 1996 5.G Owners Manual

14 [SR03030(BEF )04/95]To switch the retractor from the ªemergency
locking modeº to the ªautomatic locking mode,º
perform the following steps:
[SR03040(BEF )04/95]
1. Buckle the lap/shoulder combination belt.
[SR03050(BEF )04/95]
2. Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and
pull downward until all of the belt is
extracted, and when allowed to retract, a
clicking sound will be heard. At this time,
the belt retractor is in the ªautomatic locking
modeº (child restraint mode).
[SR03060(BEF )04/95]
3. A clicking sound will continue to be heard
as the belt is allowed to retract. This
indicates that the retractor is in the
ªautomatic locking mode.º
[SR03070(BEF )04/95]
NOTE: When the combination lap/shoulder
belt is unbuckled and allowed to
retract completely, the retractor will
switch back to the vehicle sensitive
(emergency) locking mode. See the
detailed instructions underSafety Seats
for Childrenin this chapter.
[SR03080(B )04/95]
Locking Cinch Tongue
[SR03085(B )04/95]
The ªlocking cinch tongueº will slide up and
down the belt webbing when belt is in the
stowed position or while putting seat belt on.
When the ªlocking cinch tongueº of the
lap/shoulder combination seat belt is latched
into buckle, the ªcinch tongueº will allow the
lap portion to become shorter, but locks the
webbing in-place to restrict it from becoming
longer.
[SR03090(B )04/95]
Your vehicle is equipped with safety seat belts
containing a ªcinch tongueº at the rear outboard
seating positions.
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[SR03160(BEF )05/95]
RWARNING
Use the shoulder belt on the outside
shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder
belt under the arm. Never swing it around
the neck over the inside shoulder. Never
use a single belt for more than one
person. Failure to follow these precautions
could increase the risk and/or severity of
injury in a collision.
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[SR03165(BEF )05/95]
To tighten the lap portion of the belt, pull up on
the shoulder belt until it fits you snugly. The
belt should rest as low on your hips as possible.
[SR03185(BEF )05/95]
Due to folding rear seats, sometimes the buckles
and tongues toward the center of the vehicle
may be hidden by the rear edge of the seat
cushion. Pull them out so they will be accessible.
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[SR07600(BEF )03/91]
Adjust the belt so that it fits snugly and as low
as possible around the hips:
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[SR07700(BEF )02/95]
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If you need to lengthen the belt, unfasten it
and repeat the procedure above.
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[SR07800(BEF )03/95]
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If you need to shorten the belt, pull on the
loose end of the webbing.
[SR08500(BEF )05/95]
To unfasten the belt:
[SR08525(BEF )05/95]
1. Push the release button on the buckle. This
allows the tongue to unlatch from the
buckle.
[SR08600(B )05/95]
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Unfastening the front outboard lap/shoulder belts
[SR08625(B )05/95]
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Unfastening the rear outboard lap/shoulder belts
[SR08650(BEF )05/95]
2. While the belt retracts, guide the tongue to
its stowed position. If you do not guide the
tongue, it may strike you or part of the
vehicle.
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[SR16415(BEF )04/95]
8. Double check that the retractor is in the
automatic locking mode. Try to pull more
belt out of the retractor. If you cannot, the
belt is in the automatic locking mode,
Figure 8.
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[SR16420(BEF )04/95]
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Checking the retractor
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[SR16425(BEF )04/95]
9. Check to make sure that the child seat is
properly secured prior to each use. If the
retractor is not locked, repeat steps 4
through 7.
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[SR16430(BEF )04/95]
To remove the retractor from automatic lock
mode, allow webbing to retract fully to its
stowed position and the retractor will
automatically switch back to the vehicle sensitive
locking mode for normal adult usage.
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[ST08260( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the
switch or try to start your vehicle. Have
all the passengers get out of the vehicle
and call the local fire department or a
towing service.
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[ST08270( ALL)03/95]
If your engine cranks but does not start after a
collision or substantial jolt:
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[ST08280( ALL)04/95]
1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
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[ST08290( ALL)03/95]
2. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel.
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[ST08300( ALL)03/95]
3. If you do not see or smell fuel, push the red
reset button down. If the button is already
set, you may have a different mechanical
problem.
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[ST08310(BEF )03/95]
4. Turn the ignition key to the ON position for
a few seconds, then turn it to the OFF
position.
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[ST08330( ALL)03/95]
5. Check under the vehicle again for leaking
fuel.If you see or smell fuel, do not start
your vehicle again.If you do not see or
smell fuel, you can try to start your vehicle
again.
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[ST08340( ALL)03/95]
6. Check all vehicle warning lights before
driving your vehicle.
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[ST08350(BEF )03/95]
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Reset button for fuel pump shut-off switch
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[LG04550( ALL)05/95]
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Check engine warning light symbol
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[LG04575( ALL)05/95]
Modification or additions to the vehicle may
cause incorrect operation of the OBD II system.
Additions such as burglar alarms, cellular
phones, and CB radios must be carefully
installed. Do not install these devices by tapping
into or running wires close to powertrain control
system wires or components.
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[LG04600( ALL)05/95]
The light comes on briefly when you turn the
ignition key toON, but it should turn off when
the engine starts. If the light does not come on
when you turn the ignition toONor if it comes
on and stays on when you are driving, have
your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. This
indicates a possible problem with one of the
vehicle's emission control systems. You do not
need to have your vehicle towed in.
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[LG04625( ALL)05/95]
If the light turns on and off at one (1) second
intervals while you are driving the vehicle, it
means that the engine is misfiring. If this
condition persists, damage could occur to the
engine or catalytic convertor. Have your vehicle
serviced at the first opportunity. You do not
need to have your vehicle towed in.
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[LG04650( ALL)05/95]
If the light turns on and off on rare occasions
while you are driving, it means that a
malfunction occurred and the condition corrected
itself.
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[LG06400( ALL)05/94]
Battery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter)
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[LG06601( ALL)05/94]
This gauge shows you the battery voltage when
the ignition key is in the ON position.
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[LG06700( ALL)11/89]
If you are running electrical accessories (when
the engine is off, or idling at a low speed), the
pointer may move toward the lower end of the
normal band. If it stays outside the normal band
area, have your vehicle's electrical system
checked as soon as it is safely possible.
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[LG06701( ALL)05/95]
If the battery is operating under cold weather
conditions, the pointer may indicate in the upper
range of the NORMAL band while the battery is
charging. If you are running electrical accessories
with the engine off or idling at a low speed, or
the battery is not fully charged, the pointer may
move toward the lower end of the NORMAL
band.
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[LG06750( ALL)05/94]
If it stays outside the NORMAL band, have your
vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as it
is safely possible.
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[LG06900(B F )03/93]
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Battery voltage gauge
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[IP13300(B )02/05]
The defroster turns off automatically after
approximately 10 minutes. If the window is not
clear, turn on the defroster again. It will also
automatically shut off any time the engine is
shut off.
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[IP13400(B )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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[IP16800(BEF )01/95]
The Interior and Exterior Lights
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[IP16900( ALL)01/95]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
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[IP17000( ALL)02/95]
To turn on your headlamps, parking lamps,
marker lamps, and tail lamps, use the headlamp
switch to the left of the steering column.
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[IP17100( ALL)06/94]
1. Pull the headlamp control knob toward you
to the first position. Parking lamps, tail
lamps and marker lamps are now on.
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[IP17200( ALL)06/94]
2. Pull the headlamp control knob toward you
to the outer position. Headlamps are now on
in addition to the above.
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[IP17250(BEF )02/95]
3. Rotate the knob when it is in an on position
to brighten or dim the instrument panel
lamps. Rotate fully counterclockwise to
operate courtesy and cargo lamps.
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[IP17260(B FM)10/92]
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Headlamp switch
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[IP17400(BEF )05/95]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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[IP17500(BEF )05/95]
Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these
may cause scratches or crack the lamps.
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[IP17815( ALL)01/95]
Daytime Running Light System
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[IP17820( ALL)03/95]
(Canadian vehicles only)
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[IP17830( ALL)03/95]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns
the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced
light output, when:
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[IP17835( ALL)03/95]
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The headlamp system is in the OFF position,
and
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[IP17840( ALL)03/95]
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The vehicle is running, and
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[IP17850( ALL)01/95]
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The vehicle has a fully released parking
brake.
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[IP17875( ALL)01/95]
NOTE: You may notice that the lights flicker
when the vehicle is turned on or off.
This is a normal condition.
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[IP17890(BEF )05/95]
RWARNING
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system
will not illuminate the tail lamps and
parking lamps. Turn on your headlamps
at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a
collision.
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[IP17900(BEF )03/95]
Lighting Up the Instrument Panel and the
Interior of Your Vehicle
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[IP18000(BEF )03/95]
The instrument panel lights can be turned on by
pulling the headlamp switch toward you to
either the first or outer position. You can
brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by
rotating the headlamp switch knob.
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[IP18400(BEF )03/95]
Cargo, Courtesy and Dome Lamps
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[IP18700(BE )12/91]
Rear cargo lamps, equipped with an
ON/OFF/DOOR switch will light when the
doors are closed and the switch is in the ON
position.
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[IP19000(BE )05/95]
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Rear cargo lamp with rear headliner
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[IP19175(B F )05/90]
The interior/courtesy lamp is automatically
turned on when the driver or passenger door is
opened. Turning the headlamp switch fully
counterclockwise will operate the interior lamp
when the doors are closed.
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