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Premium Stereo Cassette and Stereo
Cassette with CD DJ
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Using the Controls on Your New Radio
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[AS29225(ALL)08/95]
How to turn the radio on and off
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[AS29230(ALL)01/95]
Press the“VOL/PUSH”knob to turn the radio on. Press again
to turn it off.
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[AS29235(ALL)08/95]
How to adjust the volume
[AS29240(ALL)06/95]
Turn the“VOL/PUSH”knob clockwise to increase the volume
and counterclockwise to decrease the volume. Bars illuminate in
the display to show relative volume level.
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[AS29245(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: If the volume level is set above a certain listening
level when the ignition switch is turned off, when the
ignition switch is turned back on, the volume will
come back to a“nominal”listening level. However, if
the radio power is turned off, the volume will remain
in the position it was set at when radio power was
switched off.
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Selecting the AM or FM frequency band
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Push the“AM/FM”button to select the desired frequency band
or to stop/store cassette tape (when in cassette mode). Pushing
the button more than once will alternate between AM, FM1 and
FM2. These functions are used with the station memory buttons
described underHow to tune radio stations.
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Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player
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NOTE: Radio power must be on to use the cassette tape
player.
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[AS29445(ALL)08/95]
How to insert a tape
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Your cassette tape player is equipped with power loading. Once
you insert a tape and push slightly (with the open edge to the
right), the loading mechanism draws the tape the rest of the
way in and play will begin after a momentary tape tightening
process. Display indicates“TAPE”while tape is playing.
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[AS29455(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: A cassette tape can be loaded with the ignition on
whether or not the radio power is on. However, with
radio power off, the cassette tape is loaded and stored.
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How to locate a desired track on the tape
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There are four ways to quickly locate a desired selection on the
tape. You can use the fast forward, rewind,“SEEK”or“SCAN”
function. Following are brief descriptions of each.
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Fast forwarding the tape
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To fast forward the tape, press the“FF”button. The radio
will begin playing until fast forward is manually stopped (by
pushing the“TAPE”button) or the end of the tape is
reached.
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At the end of the tape, the direction automatically reverses
and plays the other side of the tape.
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Rewinding the tape
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To rewind the tape, press the“REW”button. The radio will
begin playing until rewind is manually stopped (by pushing
the“TAPE”button) or the beginning of the tape is reached.
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Using the“SEEK”function with your cassette tape player
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While in the tape mode, push the right (
a) side of the
“SEEK”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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Using the“SCAN”function with your cassette tape player
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Press the“SCAN”button to begin the forward scan mode on
the tape currently playing, stopping on each tape selection
for approximately an eight-second sampling (display
indicates“SC”).
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To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled tape
selection, press“SCAN”a second time.
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How to change the side of the tape being played
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The alternate side of the tape can be selected by pressing the
“SIDE 1-2”button.
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How to eject the tape
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To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the“EJ”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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Loose labels on cassette tapes can become lodged in the
mechanism. Remove any loose label material before inserting
cassette.
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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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Clock Operation
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How to view the clock mode
[AS29705(ALL)09/94]
Press the“CLK”button to display time. The time will continue
to be displayed until a radio or tape function is chosen. After
approximately 10 seconds, the time will again appear in the
display. To display radio or tape information only, press the
“CLK”button a second time.
[AS29710(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: With the ignition off, the clock will display for
approximately 5 seconds once the“CLK”button is
depressed and released.
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How to set the clock
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Turn the radio on.
[AS29725(ALL)04/95]2.
Press and hold the“CLK”button, press the right (
a) side of
the“SEEK”button to increase hours. Press the left (
b) side
of the button to decrease hours. Press the right (
a) side of
the“TUNE”button to increase minutes. Press the left (
b)
side of the button to decrease minutes.
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[AS29730(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with no AM/PM
indications.
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Midline Stereo Radio
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Using the Controls on Your New Radio
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How to turn the radio on and off
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[AS29973(ALL)01/95]
Press the“VOL/PUSH ON”knob to turn the radio on. Press
again to turn it off.
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[AS29975(ALL)08/95]
How to adjust the volume
[AS29980(ALL)06/95]
Turn the“VOL/PUSH ON”knob clockwise to increase the
volume and counterclockwise to decrease the volume. Bars
illuminate in the display to show relative volume level.
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[AS29985(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: If the volume level is set above a certain listening
level when the ignition switch is turned off, when the
ignition switch is turned back on, the volume will
come back to a“nominal”listening level. However, if
the radio power is turned off, the volume will remain
in the position it was set at when radio power was
switched off.
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Selecting the AM or FM frequency band
[AS29995(ALL)10/94]
Push the“AM”/FM“button to select the desired frequency
band or to stop/store cassette tape (when in cassette mode).
These functions are used with the station memory buttons
described underHow to tune radio stations.
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How to tune radio stations
[AS30005(ALL)04/95]
There are four ways for you to tune in a particular station. You
can manually locate the station using the”TUNE“button,
”SEEK“button,”SCAN“button, or select the station by using
the memory buttons, which you can set to any desired
frequency. These four methods are described below.
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Clock Operation
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How to view the clock mode
[AS30421(ALL)09/94]
Press the”CLK“button to display time. The time will continue
to be displayed until a radio or tape function is chosen. After
approximately 10 seconds, the time will again appear in the
display. To display radio or tape information only, press the
”CLK“button a second time.
[AS30431(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: The clock can be displayed or set whether the ignition
is on or off.
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How to set the clock
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[AS30451(ALL)08/95]1.
Turn the radio on.
[AS30461(ALL)04/95]2.
Press and hold the”CLK“button, press the right (
a) side of
the”SEEK“button to increase hours. Press the left (
b) side
of the button to decrease hours. Press the right (
a) side of
the”TUNE“button to increase minutes. Press the left (
b)
side of the button to decrease minutes.
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NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with no AM/PM
indications.
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Common Radio Reception Conditions
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Several conditions prevent FM reception from being completely
clear and noise-free, such as the following:
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Distance/Strength
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The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance
the signal must travel. The listenable range of an average FM
signal is approximately 25 miles (40 kilometers). Beyond this
distance, the radio is operating in a fringe area and the signal
becomes weaker.
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Driving Your Explorer
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RWARNING
Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift
lever from position to position. If you do not hold the
brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly
and injure someone.
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Once you place the gearshift securely into position, gradually
release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary.
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NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock
feature. This feature prevents you from shifting from
P (Park) unless you have the brake pedal depressed.
(The ignition must be in the ON position.) If you
cannot shift from P (Park) with the brake pedal
depressed:
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[DR09120(ALL)01/95]1.
Apply the parking brake.
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[DR09130(ALL)01/95]2.
Remove the key.
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[DR09140(ALL)08/95]3.
Insert the key and rotate it one position clockwise (ignition
in the OFF position).
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[DR09150(ALL)08/95]4.
Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral). (If the
vehicle is shifted back to P [Park], you must repeat the
previous steps.)
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[DR09160(ALL)01/95]5.
Start the vehicle.
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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 Explorerin this Owner
Guide for instructions on checking and replacing fuses.
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RWARNING
DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY
THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING.
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When you slow down or climb a steep hill, always downshift
before the engine starts to lose power. Downshifting reduces the
chance of stalling and gives your vehicle better acceleration to
increase speed again.
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When you drive down steep hills, downshifting helps you keep
a safe speed and helps prevent unnecessary wear on the brakes.
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When you come to a stop, do not downshift through each gear.
Disengage the clutch and use the brake as necessary.
Downshifting through the gears decreases your vehicle's fuel
economy.
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RWARNING
Continued use of a damaged or worn clutch, prolonged
clutch slippage or downshifting at excessive speeds can
result in a failure of the engine, transmission or clutch
components.
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Transmission Function
[DR15600(ALL)10/94]
Upshift at the speeds specified in the chart. All forward gears
are synchronized allowing you to shift into them with your
vehicle in motion. The clutch pedal should be fully depressed
when shifting.
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NOTE: Shifting during extremely low rpm's can result in a
momentary audible rattle which disappears as vehicle
rpm's are increased. Shifting at higher speeds will
eliminate this sound.
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Parking
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To park your vehicle, apply the service brake pedal, and shift
into N (Neutral) while still maintaining pressure on the service
brake. Set the parking brake fully. Shift into first and turn off
the ignition.
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Sand
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When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels of the
vehicle on the most solid area of the trail. Do not reduce the
tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily
through the terrain. Apply accelerator slowly and avoid
spinning the wheels.
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Mud and Water
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When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water
higher than the bottom of the hubs (if possible) and proceed
slowly. If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall.
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Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not
stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be
improved by moving your vehicle slowly, while applying light
pressure on the brake pedal.
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After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating
driveshafts and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating
driveshafts causes an imbalance which could damage drive
components.
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[DR20525(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: If the transmission and transfer case is submerged in
water, their fluids should be checked and changed, if
necessary.
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Additional Special Driving Instructions for
Utility Vehicles
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Driving on Hill or Slope Terrain
[DR20800(ALL)08/94]
When driving on a hill, avoid driving crosswise or turning on
steep slopes, you could lose traction and slip sideways. Drive
straight up, straight down or avoid the hill completely. Know
the conditions on the other side of a hill before driving over the
crest.
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RWARNING
The Anti-lock system does NOT assist the vehicle in
stopping quickly on wet or icy surfaces. Heavy braking
combined with poor road conditions could cause you to
lose steering control of your vehicle.
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Using anti-lock brakes
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The operation of a vehicle with 4WABS is not similar to the
operation of normal brakes. Some differences exist and are listed
below:
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Apply the brake steadily. In the event of a panic stop, do
NOT ªpumpº the brakes. ªPumpingº the brakes during an
Anti-lock stop will diminish braking effectiveness.
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During an Anti-lock stop, the driver will notice a brake
pedal pulsation and hear some noise from the engine
compartment. This is an indication that the 4WABS system is
working correctly and is normal.
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RWARNING
The Anti-lock system does NOT decrease the time
necessary to apply the brakes. Always leave enough room
between the vehicle in front of you and your vehicle.
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4WABS driver warning light
[DR22955(ALL)10/94]
The 4WABS computer continuously monitors the system while
driving for any electrical faults or system malfunctions. In
addition, the 4WABS computer performs an initial system check
called bulb proveout when the vehicle ignition is switched on.
During bulb proveout, the ABS light on the instrument cluster
will momentarily illuminate and then go out.
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NOTE: After starting the vehicle and upon initial drive-off,
the driver may notice a single pulse of the brake
pedal and a noise from the engine compartment. This
is part of the initial system check and is normal.
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