ECO mode FORD E SERIES 1996 4.G User Guide

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[AS16400( E )02/95]
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Fast forwarding the tape
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[AS16500( E )05/94]
To fast foward the tape, press the ªFFº
button. The radio will automatically begin
playing until fast forward is manually
stopped. At the end of the tape, the direction
automatically reverses and plays the other
side of the tape.
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[AS16600( E )02/95]
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Rewinding the tape
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[AS16700( E )07/92]
To rewind the tape, press the ªREWº button.
[AS16750( E )05/94]
The radio will automatically begin playing
until rewind is manually stopped or the
beginning of the tape is reached.
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[AS17000( E )01/95]
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Using the ªSEEKº function with your cassette
tape player
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[AS17125( E )03/95]
While in the tape mode, push the right (
a)
side of the ªSEEKº button to seek forward to
the next selection on the tape. Push the left
(
b) side to seek the previous tape selection.
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[AS17135( E )03/95]
NOTE: If you want to restart a currently
playing tape selection, press the left
(
b) side of the ªSEEKº button after
approximately three seconds into the
current selection.
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[AS17145( E )03/95]
Whirling sprockets in the display (l)
indicate the direction of tape travel.
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[AS17200( E )01/95]
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Using the ªSCANº function with your
cassette tape player
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[AS17325( E )03/95]
Press the ªSCAN/TUNEº button to enter the
scan mode (display indicates ªSCNº).
Pushing the right (
a) side of the ªSEEKº
button will begin the forward scan mode on
the tape currently playing, stopping on each
tape selection for approximately an
eight-second sampling.
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[AS17335( E )03/95]
Pushing the left (
b) side of the ªSEEKº
button will begin the reverse scan mode,
stopping on each previous tape selection for
approximately an eight-second sampling.
While scanning, the display indicates whirling
sprockets plus an ªSº (m).
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[AS17345( E )02/95]
To stop the scan mode on the presently
sampled tape selection press the
ªSCAN/TUNEº button again.
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[AS17380( E )02/95]
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How to change the side of the tape being
played
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[AS17385( E )07/92]
The alternate track of the tape can be selected
anytime by pressing the ªPLAY/PROGº
button.
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[AS17400( E )02/95]
How to eject the tape
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[AS17525( E )06/95]
To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the
ªEJCTº button. The radio will resume playing if
the radio power is on. The tape cartridge can be
ejected with radio power (and/or ignition) on or
off.
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[AS17550( E )06/95]
How to store the tape
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[AS17575( E )03/95]
Press the ªAM/FMº button to stop the tape
player and resume radio play. The cassette will
be stored in the tape player and the
Xsymbol
in the display will be lit until you push the
ªPLAY PROGº button to resume tape play. Fast
forward and fast rewind can be used while the
tape is in storage mode without interrupting
radio play.
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[AS17600( E )02/95]
Using the DolbyHB noise reduction feature
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[AS17700( E )02/95]
NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured
under license from Dolby Labs
Licensing Corporation. ªDolbyº and
double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
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[AS17800( E )05/95]
Push thekbutton to activate. When on, the
ksymbol above the button will be lit.
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[AS17810( E )03/95]
Clock Operation
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[AS17820( E )07/90]
How to view the clock mode
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[AS17830( E )06/95]
Press the ªCLOCKº button to alternate the
frequency and time in the display. In the clock
mode, pressing any radio function will
automatically display the radio frequency for
approximately ten seconds before changing back
to the clock mode.
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[AS17840( E )07/90]
How to set the clock
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[AS17850( E )06/95]
1. Turn the radio on.
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[AS17860( E )06/95]
2. Press and hold in the ªCLOCKº button,
press the ªSEEKº button left (
b) to advance
the hours and right (
a) to advance the
minutes.
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[AS17870( E )07/90]
NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with
no AM/PM indications.
[AS17880( E )07/92]
NOTE: On the High-Level Audio System, the
clock can be set with the radio power
on or off
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Protect cassettes from exposure to direct
sunlight, high humidity and extreme heat or
cold. If they are exposed to extreme
conditions, allow them to reach a moderate
temperature before playing.
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[AS19000( E )02/95]
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If a tape is loose inside the cassette, tighten it
before playing by putting your finger or a
pencil into one of the holes and turning the
hub until the tape is tight.
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[AS19100( E )01/95]
q
Loose labels on cassette tapes can become
lodged in the mechanism. Remove any loose
label material before inserting cassette.
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[AS19200( E )01/95]
q
Do not leave a tape in the cassette tape
player. High heat in the vehicle can cause the
cassette to warp.
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[AS21050( E )12/93]
Rear Seat Radio Controls
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[AS21055( E )12/93]
Using the Rear Seat Radio Controls
[AS21060( E )07/93]
Rear seat radio controls are available on
Econoline models equipped with Compact Disc
Radios or High-Level Audio Systems only.
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[AS21065( E )12/93]
The rear seat radio controls are located behind
the driver on the left hand side of the vehicle.
These controls duplicate several radio functions
of the radio and allow the use of headphones in
the vehicle.
[AS21068( E )05/94]
quarter page art:0060647-B
Rear Seat Radio Controls
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Using the ªAMSº function to manually tune
your radio (Stereo Cassette Radio)
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[AS22650(BEF )06/95]
You can change the frequency up or down
one increment at a time by first pressing the
ªAMSº button (display shows ªTUNEº) then
within approximately five seconds pressing
and releasing either the right
aor left
b
side of the ªSEEKº button. To change
frequencies quickly, press andhold down
either the right or left side of the ªSEEKº
button.
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[AS22800(BEF )04/95]
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Using the ªSEEKº function
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[AS22900(BEF )06/95]
This feature on your radio allows you to
automatically select listenable stations up or
down the frequency band. Press the right
a
side of the ªSEEKº button to select the next
listenable station up the frequency band.
Press the left
bside of the button to select
the next listenable station down the
frequency band. By holding the button down,
listenable stations can be passed over to reach
the desired station.
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[AS23125(BEF )02/95]
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Using the ªSCANº function (Stereo Cassette
Radio)
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[AS23150(BEF )06/95]
Press the ªSCANº button to enter the scan
mode. The radio will begin scanning up the
frequency band, stopping on each listenable
station for approximately a five-second
sampling. This continues until you press the
ªSCANº button a second time.
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[AS23200(BEF )04/95]
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Setting the Station Memory Preset buttons
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[AS23250(BEF )05/95]
Your radio is equipped with 5 station
memory buttons. These buttons can be used
to select up to 5 preset AM stations and 10
preset FM stations (5 in FM1 and 5 in FM2).
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[AS27300(BEF )02/95]
Using the DolbyHB noise reduction feature
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[AS27500(BEF )05/95]
Push thekbutton to activate. Push again to
deactivate.
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[AS27550(BEF )02/95]
NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured
under license from Dolby Labs
Licensing Corporation. ªDolbyº and
double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
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[AS27560(BEF )07/90]
How to view the clock mode
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[AS27565(BEF )07/93]
Press the ªCLOCKº button to alternate the
frequency and time in the display. In the clock
mode, pressing any radio function will
automatically display the radio frequency for
approximatedly ten seconds before changing
back to the clock mode.
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[AS27570(BEF )07/90]
How to set the clock
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[AS27575(BEF )06/95]
1. Turn the radio on.
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[AS27585(BEF )06/95]
2. Press and hold in the ªCLOCKº button,
press the ªSEEKº button left (
b) to advance
the hours and right (
a) to advance the
minutes.
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[AS27595(BEF )07/90]
NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with
no AM/PM indications.
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Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and
Tapes
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[AS27700(BEF )02/95]
In order to keep your cassette tape player
performing the way it was meant to, read and
follow these simple precautions:
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[AS27750(BEF )02/95]
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Using a Ford Cassette Cleaning Cartridge to
clean the tape player head after 10-12 hours
of play will help maintain the best playback
sound and proper tape operation.
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[AS27800(BEF )02/95]
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Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or
less should be used. Tapes longer than 90
minutes are thinner and subject to breakage
or may jam the tape player mechanism.
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[AS27900(BEF )02/95]
q
Protect cassettes from exposure to direct
sunlight, high humidity and extreme heat or
cold. If they are exposed to extreme
conditions, allow them to reach a moderate
temperature before playing.
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[AS28001(BEF )02/95]
q
If a tape is loose inside the cassette, tighten it
before playing by putting your finger or a
pencil into one of the holes and turning the
hub until the tape is tight.
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[AS28101(BEF )02/95]
q
Loose labels on cassette tapes can become
lodged in the mechanism. Remove any loose
label material before inserting a cassette.
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[AS28200(BEF )03/95]
q
Do not leave a tape in the cassette tape
player when not in use. High heat in the
vehicle can cause the cassette to warp.
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[AS33500( EF )04/95]
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Setting the Station Memory Preset buttons
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[AS33600( EF )05/95]
Your radio is equipped with 6 station
memory preset buttons. These buttons can be
used to select up to 6 preset AM stations.
Follow the easy steps below to set these
buttons to the desired frequencies:
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[AS33800( EF )05/94]
1. Tune to the desired frequency.
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[AS33900( EF )05/95]
2. Press one of the memory preset buttons and
hold the button in until the sound returns.
That station is now held in memory on that
button.
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[AS34000( EF )08/89]
3. Follow the two steps above for each station
memory preset you want to set.
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[AS34100( EF )04/95]
NOTE: If the vehicle's battery is disconnected,
the clock and station memory preset
buttons (if programmed in auto mode)
will need to be reset.
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[AS34200( EF )02/95]
Adjusting the tone balance and speaker
output of your radio
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[AS34300( EF )08/89]
The ªTONEº button on the right side of your
radio controls the bass and treble balance. Rotate
the control clockwise to increase the treble
response (more highs) and counterclockwise to
increase the bass response (more lows).
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[AS34400( EF )03/95]
Clock Operation
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[AS34500( EF )07/90]
How to view the clock mode
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[AS34600( EF )06/95]
Press the ªCLOCKº button to alternate the
frequency and time in the display. In the clock
mode, pressing any radio function will
automatically display the radio frequency for
approximately ten seconds before changing back
to the clock mode.
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4. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N
(Neutral). (If the vehicle is shifted to P
(Park), you must repeat the previous steps.)
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[DR01260( EF )01/95]
5. Start the vehicle.
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[DR01265( EF )06/95]
If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using the
alternate procedure described above, it is
possible that a fuse has blown and that your
brakelamps may also not be functional. Please
refer to the chapter titledServicing Your Econoline
in this Owner Guide for instructions on checking
and replacing fuses.
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[DR01270( EF )05/95]
RWARNING
DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL
YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS
ARE WORKING.
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[DR01300( EF )01/95]
R (Reverse)
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[DR01400( EF )02/95]
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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[DR01500( EF )01/95]
Driving
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[DR01600( EF )06/95]
When to use D (Drive)
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[DR01700( EF )12/91]
This is the normal driving position. As the
vehicle picks up speed, automatic upshifts from
First gear to Second and Second to Third will
occur. The transmission automatically downshifts
as speed decreases.
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[DR01800( EF )01/95]
When to use 2 (Second)
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[DR01900( EF )12/91]
Use 2 (Second) to drive up moderately steep
grades, to start-up on slippery roads or to
provide engine braking on downgrades.
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[DR02000( EF )12/91]
Do not go faster than 55 mph (88 km/h) in this
gear.
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Driving
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[DR09500( ALL)04/95]
When to usej(Overdrive)
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[DR09600( ALL)04/95]
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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[DR09700( ALL)03/94]
When to use Drive
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[DR09800( ALL)05/95]
You will note that there isn't a drive position on
your gearshift indicator. However, you will find
a Transmission Control Switch and an indicator
light labeled ªOverdriveº located on the end of
the gearshift lever. Press this switch and the
word ªOFFº will illuminate on the shift lever
knob. With the word ªOFFº illuminated, the
transmission will operate in gears one through
three. Operating in the Overdrive ªOFFº mode
gives more engine braking than Overdrive and
is useful for descending hills or when towing.
[DR09850( ALL)04/95]
quarter page art:0020771-C
Transmission Control Switch and indicator light (located
on the gearshift lever)
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