mirror controls FORD EXCURSION 2003 1.G Owners Manual

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 13
Entertainment Systems 17
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 17
AM/FM stereo with CD 21
Rear seat controls 24
Rear seat entertainment system 24
Climate Controls 40
Manual heating and air conditioning 40
Electronic automatic temperature control 41
Rear window defroster 44
Lights 45
Headlamps 45
Turn signal control 47
Bulb replacement 49
Driver Controls 54
Windshield wiper/washer control 54
Power windows 58
Mirrors 59
Speed control 61
Message center 65
Table of Contents
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Changing the wiper blades
1. Pull the wiper arm away from the
vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle
from the wiper arm. Push the lock
pin manually to release the blade
and pull the wiper blade down
toward the windshield to remove it
from the arm.
2. Attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm and press it into place
until a click is heard.
3. Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance.
TILT STEERING WHEEL
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull and hold the steering wheel
release control toward you.
2. Move the steering wheel up or
down until you find the desired
location.
3. Release the steering wheel
release control. This will lock the
steering wheel in position.
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR
Lift the mirror cover to turn on the
visor mirror lamps.
Driver Controls
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Window lock
The window lock feature allows only
the driver to operate the power
windows.
To lock out all the window controls
except for the driver’s press the left
side of the control. Press the right
side to restore the window controls.
Accessory delay (if equipped)
With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to ten
minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until
any door is opened.
MIRRORS
Automatic dimming inside rear view mirror (if equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with inside rear view mirror with an
auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from
the normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach
the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from front or behind, it
will automatically adjust to minimize glare.
Press the control located on the
bottom of the mirror to turn the
mirror on or off. The mirror will
automatically return to the normal
state whenever the vehicle is placed
in R (reverse)(when the mirror is
on) to ensure a bright clear view
when backing up.
Do not clean the housing or glass of
any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel
or other petroleum-based cleaning
products.
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Power side view mirrors (if equipped)
To adjust your mirrors
1. SelectLto adjust the left mirror
orRto adjust the right mirror.
2. Move the control in the direction
you wish to tilt the mirror.
3. Return to the center position to
disable the adjust function.
Heated outside mirrors
(if equipped)
Both mirrors are heated
automatically to remove ice, mist
and fog when the rear window
defrost is activated.
Do not remove ice from the
mirrors with a scraper or
attempt to readjust the mirror
glass if it is frozen in place.
These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
Signal mirrors (if equipped)
When the turn signal is activated,
the appropriate mirror will show a
blinking red arrow.
The arrow provides an additional
warning to other drivers that your
vehicle is about to turn. Driver and
passengers seated inside the vehicle
cannot see the arrow.
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Fold-away mirrors
Fold the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space,
like an automatic car wash.
The telescoping feature (if equipped) allows the mirror to extend
approximately 76 mm (3 inches). This feature is especially useful to the
driver when towing a trailer.
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS
The accelerator and brake pedal
should only be adjusted when the
vehicle is stopped and the gearshift
lever is in the P(Park) position.
Press and hold the rocker control to
adjust accelerator and brake pedal
toward you or away from you.
The adjustment allows for approximately 76 mm (3 inches) of maximum
travel.
Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the
pedals while the vehicle is moving.
SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 48 km/h (30 mph)
or more without keeping your foot on the pedal. Speed control does not
work at speeds below 48 km/h (30 mph).
Driver Controls
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Memory seats, adjustable pedals, and mirrors (if equipped)
This system allows automatic
positioning of the driver seat,
adustable pedals, and outside
rearview mirrors to two
programmable positions.
The memory seat control is located
on the driver door.
•To program position one, move
the driver seat to the desired
position using the seat controls.
Press the SET control. The SET control indicator light will briefly
illuminate. While the light is illuminated, press control 1.
•To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using control
2.
A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park
or Neutral. A memory seat position may be programmed at any time.
The memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remote
entry transmitter UNLOCK control.
To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter, refer to
Remote entry systemin theControls and features chapter.
Using the manual lumbar support
For more lumbar support, turn the
lumbar support control toward the
front of vehicle.
For less lumbar support, turn the
lumbar support control toward the
rear of vehicle.
Seating and Safety Restraints
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