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For example, if you are currently set at 65 mph
(104 km/h) and tap the COAST switch 5 times
your vehicle speed will decrease and set at
60 mph (96 km/h).
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To reset the speed control to ahigher speed,
you can follow any of these procedures:
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Accelerate to the desired speed using the
accelerator pedal, then press the SET ACCEL
switch and release it immediately.
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Press and hold the SET ACCEL switch until
the vehicle accelerates to the desired speed,
then release the switch.
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TAP-UP Ð This allows you to increase your
current speed in increments of 1 mph
(1.6 km/h) by a momentary tap of the
SET-ACCEL switch. Multiple taps of the
SET-ACCEL switch will increase your vehicle
speed 1 mph (1.6 km/h) for each tap. For
example, if you are currently set at 60 mph
(96 km/h) and tap the SET-ACCEL switch 5
times your vehicle speed will increase and set
at 65 mph (104 km/h).
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Turning the Speed Control Off
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You can cancel the speed control while you are
driving.
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Press the OFF switch. The speed control is
off. If you want to resume speed control,
press the ON switch and reset the speed
control by pressing the SET ACCEL button.
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Press the brake pedal slightly. The speed
control is suspended, but you can reset it by
pressing SET ACCEL or return to the
previous set speed with the RESUME switch.
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In addition, the speed control is turned off each
time you turn the vehicle off.
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Driving uphill or on a steep grade
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When the speed control is on, your vehicle may
significantly drop speed when driving uphill,
especially with a heavy load. If the speed drops
more than 8 to 14 mph (15 - 25 km/h) the
automatic speed control will, by design, be
canceled. You may have to temporarily resume
manual speed control while driving up a steep
grade in order to maintain the speed you desire.
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Frequent shifting of an automatic transmission or
speed loss during speed control operation can be
eliminated by shifting out of overdrive into
drive (or by pressing the Transmission Control
Switch, if equipped). These conditions could
occur in hilly terrain or at higher elevations.
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If the speed control ªdropped outº after your
climb is completed, the speed of your vehicle
can be reset with the SET ACCEL switch, or
returned to the previous set speed with the
RESUME switch, as long as you are driving over
30 mph (50 km/h).
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Resuming a Set Speed
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If you press the brake pedal, the speed control is
cancelled. You can return to the speed you set
by using the RSM switch, as long as you did not
press the OFF switch.
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To resume the speed you had before, you must
be driving at least 30 mph (50 km/h).
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Press and release the RESUME switch. Your
vehicle gradually returns to the previously set
speed and then maintains it.
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RWARNING
If your vehicle has speed control, do not
use it on slippery roads. You could lose
control of your vehicle and could injure
someone.
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Features
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Your vehicle has a variety of features designed
for your comfort, convenience and safety. Read
this chapter to find out about standard and
optional features.
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NOTE: For Stripped Chassis vehicles, see your
Body Builders manual for location and
operation of all items defined in this
section.
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Doors
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Anti-theft front door lock knobs
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Anti-theft lock knobs are designed to preclude
unlocking the door by pulling up on the bullet
type lock knob. To unlock and open the front
door from the inside of the vehicle, pull on the
inside door handle.
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Side Double Doors (If equipped)
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To open the forward door of the side double
door from the inside, first unlock the door with
the lock plunger or the power lock switch. Now
reach into the depression in the door and pull
the release handle inward. Open the forward
side door from the outside by pulling the door
handle towards you.
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The rear side door cannot be opened until the
forward side door is open. With the forward
side door open, pull the release handle (from the
middle of the rear door pillar) to open the rear
side door.
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Sliding Door
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Unlock the door first. Then unlatch the sliding
door by pulling the inside handle to the rear, or
by pulling the outside handle outward. Now
slide the door back until the catch at the bottom
of the door engages. To close, pull the inside
handle forward or pull the outside handle
forward, and slide the door forward until it is
closed and latched. If the door is not completely
closed repeat the process.
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Sliding door handles
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Dual Rear Cargo Door
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To open the right rear door from the inside, first
unlock the door with the lock plunger. Now
reach into the depression in the door and pull
the release handle inward. Open the right rear
door from the outside by pulling on the door
handle.
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The left rear door cannot be opened until the
right rear door is open. With the right rear door
open, pull the release handle (from the middle
of the left door) to open the left door.
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Dual rear cargo door handles - outside
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Dual rear cargo door handles - inside
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Do not operate your vehicle with the rear
double doors open.
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Power Door Locks (If equipped)
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The power door lock switches are located in the
front doors. To lock all doors push the switch
marked L. To unlock all doors push the switch
marked U.
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The manual door locks will override the power
door lock controls.
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Power door lock controls
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Remote Entry System
(If equipped)
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If your vehicle has the remote entry system, you
can lock or unlock the vehicle doors without
using a key. The remote also has a personal
alarm feature. The buttons for the system are
located on the two hand held transmitters that
came with your vehicle.
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The system will work with up to four
transmitters. Your vehicle came with two
transmitters. Additional transmitters can be
ordered from your dealer.
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The remote entry features only operate with the
ignition in the OFF position.
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The remote entry transmitter
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Unlocking the doors with the remote entry
system
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To unlock the driver's door, press the UNLOCK
button.
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To unlock the other doors, press the UNLOCK
button a second time within five (5) seconds of
unlocking the driver's door.
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Locking the doors with the remote entry
system
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To lock all the doors, press the LOCK button.
This will also arm the optional factory installed
Anti-Theft system.
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Remote entry personal alarm
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If you wish to activate the remote entry system
personal alarm, press the PANIC button. This
will honk the horn and flash the lights for
approximately 2 minutes 45 seconds. You can
turn it OFF by pressing the PANIC button again
from the same transmitter or by turning the
ignition to the ON or ACCESSORY position.
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When you use the remote entry UNLOCK or
PANIC buttons, the illuminated entry system
turns on the vehicle's interior lights for 25
seconds. You can turn these lights off with the
remote entry LOCK button or by turning the
ignition to the ON or ACCESSORY position.
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Arming and Disarming the Alarm System
with Remote Entry
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Your Remote Entry System will automatically
arm the factory installed Anti-Theft System when
the doors are locked, and automatically disarm it
when the doors are unlocked. The remote will
also reset the anti-theft alarm (when the driver's
door is unlocked) if it was triggered.
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The remote entry system may not arm and
disarm non-factory installed anti-theft systems.
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Replacing the batteries
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The remote entry transmitter is powered by two
coin type three-volt lithium 2016
batteries (included) that should last for several
years of normal use. If you notice a significant
decrease in operating range, the batteries should
be replaced. Replacement batteries can be
purchased at most pharmacies, watch stores or
at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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NOTE: The operating range of the remote
entry system can also be affected by
weather conditions (such as very cold
temperatures) or structures around the
vehicle (buildings, other vehicles, radio
and TV towers, etc.). Typical operating
range will allow you to be up to 33
feet (10 meters) away from your
vehicle.
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Opening the remote transmitter
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The transmitter can be snapped apart to replace
the batteries by twisting a thin coin between the
two halves of the transmitter. DO NOT TAKE
THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER
APART. When installing the new batteries, be
sure to place the positive (+) side down as
marked. Snap the two halves back together.
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Replacing the batteries
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