warning FORD CONTOUR 1997 2.G User 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
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LOCK and ACCESSORY lock the gearshift for all vehicles with
an automatic transaxle.
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LOCK position does not lock the gearshift on
floor-mounted manual transaxle gearshifts. If the parking
brake is not set and the gearshift is moved out of gear,
your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone.
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The automatic transaxle gearshift must be in P (Park) to move
the key to the LOCK position.
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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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ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's electrical accessories
to operate while the engine is not running. For example, you
can use ACCESSORY to turn on the radio without starting the
engine.
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ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning lights (except the
brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you
start the engine. The key returns to the ON position once the
engine is started and remains in this position while the engine
runs.
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START cranks the engine. Release the key once the engine starts
so that you do not damage the starter. The key should return to
ON when you release it. The START position also allows you to
test the brake warning light.
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Removing the Key From the Ignition
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Procedures for removing your key from the ignition vary,
depending on whether your vehicle has an automatic or manual
transaxle.
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If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle:
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Put the gearshift lever in P (Park).
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Set the parking brake fully.
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Rotate the ignition key to the LOCK position.
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Remove the key from the ignition.
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If your vehicle has a manual transaxle:
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Put the gearshift lever in 1 (First).
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Set the parking brake fully.
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Rotate the ignition key to the LOCK position.
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Remove the key from the ignition.
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The steering wheel locks when the key is removed.
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If the driver's door is open while the key is still in the ignition,
a warning chime sounds.
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Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that
the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic
transaxle) or in 1 (First) (manual transaxle).
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RWARNING
Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets
unattended in your vehicle.
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Windshield Washer
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When the lever is pulled to activate the windshield washer, the
wipers operate for about three cycles after the spray stops.
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Washing the windshield
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Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid
container is empty or activate the washers at any time for more
than 15 seconds continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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Always warm up the windshield with the defroster
before you use the washer fluid. In freezing weather, the
washer solution may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision.
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For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing
your windshield wiper blades, seeWindshield washer fluid and
Wipersin the Index.
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Hazard Flasher
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The hazard flasher serves as a warning to other drivers to be
careful when approaching or passing your vehicle.
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Using the hazard flasher switch
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Horn
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To sound the horn, push the pad in the center of the steering
wheel. Check the horn regularly to be sure it operates properly.
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Tilt Steering (If equipped)
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Never adjust the steering column/wheel when the vehicle
is moving. You could lose control of the vehicle and
injure someone.
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The lever to tilt the steering wheel
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To change the position of the steering wheel, pull down the
knob on the bottom left-hand side of the column to extend the
lever. Pull the lever toward you, unlocking the column.
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Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the position
you prefer. Push the lever away from you, locking the column
in position. When you release the knob, the lever will retract.
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Speed Control (If equipped)
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The speed control switches on the steering wheel
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To Turn Speed Control On
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Press the on button.
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The speed of the vehicle cannot be automatically controlled until
the vehicle speed is at or above 30 mph (48 km/h).
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Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads
that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.
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Do not shift to N (Neutral) with the speed control on.
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To Turn Speed Control Off
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Press the OFF switch.
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To Set a Speed
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With the speed control on, press the Set Accel switch to set and
store the instantaneous vehicle speed.
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The moon roof
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Do not let children play with the moon roof. They may
seriously hurt themselves.
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Sliding Shade
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The moon roof has a sliding shade that you can manually open
or close to block the sun when the glass panel is shut.
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To close the sliding shade, pull the shade toward the front of
the vehicle. The shade automatically opens when the moon roof
is opened.
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Windows
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Power Windows (If equipped)
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Each door has a power control that opens and closes the
window on that door. The driver's door has a master control
panel that operates all four windows.
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In order to use your power window controls, the ignition switch
must be in the ON position.
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The master controls on the driver's door
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Do not let children play with the power windows.
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One-touch-down window
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The one-touch-down feature allows you to completely open the
driver's window by briefly pressing and releasing the bottom of
the window switch. To stop the window before it opens
completely, press the switch again.
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The one-touch feature only opens the window. To close the
window, you must press and hold the top of the switch.
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Electric remote control mirror knob
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Turn the knob back to the middle position to keep the mirror in
place.
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The side view mirror on the right is a convex mirror. This
mirror gives you a wider view of the lanes on your right and
behind you.
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The right side view mirror makes objects appear smaller
and farther away than they actually are.
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Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
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