mirror controls FORD FREESTAR 2006 1.G Owners Manual

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 15
Entertainment Systems 18
AM/FM stereo 18
AM/FM stereo with CD 20
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 23
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 26
Climate Controls 33
Manual heating and air conditioning 33
Rear window defroster 42
Lights 43
Headlamps 43
Turn signal control 47
Bulb replacement 49
Driver Controls 54
Windshield wiper/washer control 54
Steering wheel adjustment 55
Power windows 65
Mirrors 66
Speed control 68
Message center 76
Locks and Security 91
Keys 91
Locks 91
Anti-theft system 105
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AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
1.Fan speed:Turn to select the
desired fan speed.
2.Temperature/mode selection:
The distribution of air from the
overhead and floor registers is based
on the temperature selected. Turn
to select for comfort.
To use the rear climate controls,
ensure thatREARis pressed on the
main climate control face.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
R
The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and
works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice. If equipped, the
heated outside mirrors also operate with this control to remove snow,
mist and ice from the side mirrors.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside
of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the
rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and
will not be covered by your warranty.
CABIN AIR FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter. The cabin air filter
restricts the entry of airborne dust and pollen particles. The filter is
located just in front of the windshield under the cowl vent screen on the
passenger side of the vehicle.
For more information, or to replace the filter, see your authorized Ford
or Lincoln Mercury dealer.
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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 (IF EQUIPPED)
Lift the mirror cover to turn on the
visor mirror lamp.
Slide on rod feature
Rotate the visor towards the side
window and extend it rearward for
additional sunlight coverage.
Note:To stow the visor back into
the headliner, visor must be
retracted before moving it back
towards the windshield.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to
your option package.
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Conversation mirror
The conversation mirror allows the
driver to view the rear seating area.
This does not replace the
rear view mirror.
Electronic compass/temperature
display (if equipped)
The overhead console may have an
electronic compass and outside air temperature display. The compass
heading and outside air temperature are displayed together - side by
side. The display, as a whole, can be turned on or off by pressing the
momentary push-button on the overhead console. When the vehicle is
turned off, the electronics display will remember the last display state.
Outside air temperature
The temperature can be displayed in
either Centigrade or Fahrenheit.
This is controlled via the Message
Center. Please refer to theMessage
Centerin this chapter to change
from English to metric. The ignition
key must be in the ON or
ACCESSORY position.
If the outside temperature falls
below 3°C (38°F), the display will alternate from “ICE” to the outside
temperature at a two second rate for one minute.
Compass
The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and
NW.
The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large
buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic
or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect compass
accuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibration
of the compass.
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Power vent windows
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let
children play with the power vent windows. They may seriously
injure themselves.
When closing the power vent windows, you should verify they
are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are
not in the proximity of the window openings.
The power vent windows are
operated by a single switch located
on the instrument panel. Press and
hold the bottom of the switch to
open or the top of the switch to
close both vent windows.
A sound will be heard when opening
and closing the vent windows. This
is a normal noise that informs you
the windows are operating.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Automatic dimming inside rear view mirror (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with
an inside rear view mirror with an
auto-dimming function. The
electronic day/night mirror will
change from the normal (high
reflective) state to the non-glare
(darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the
mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will automatically
adjust (darken) to minimize glare.
The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the
vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when
backing up.
Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror
since this may impair proper mirror performance.
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POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Rotate the control clockwise to
adjust the right mirror and rotate
the control counterclockwise to
adjust the left mirror.
2. Move the control in the direction
you wish to tilt the mirror.
3. Return to the center position to
lock mirrors in place.
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 indicator mirrors (if equipped)
When the turn signal is activated,
the appropriate mirror will show a
blinking yellow arrow. When the
park lamps are on, the blinking
arrow will be dimmer.
The arrow provides an additional
warning to other drivers that your
vehicle is about to turn.
When the sliding door is open, the indicator in the appropriate mirror
will flash indicating people may be entering/exiting the vehicle.
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Fold-away mirrors
Carefully pull the outside mirrors
inwards when driving through a
narrow space, like an automatic car
wash.
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)
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 2.8 inches (73 mm) 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 30 mph (48 km/h)
or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed
control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h).
If your vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTrac
system, the speed control
will automatically disengage when the road conditions change. When
driving conditions permit you can return to speed control by pressing
RESUME on the speed control. For more information on the
AdvanceTrac
system seeAdvanceTrac
Stability Enhancement
Systemsection in theDrivingchapter.
Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that
are winding, slippery or unpaved.
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The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5–digit entry code; this
code is located:
•on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box,
•marked on the passenger compartment fuse panel (located below and
to the left of the steering, near the brake pedal),
•and is available from your
authorized dealer.
You can also create your own 5–digit
personal entry code.
When pressing the controls on the
keypad, press the middle of the
controls to ensure a good activation.
Programming a personal entry
code
To create your own personal entry code(s):
1. Enter the factory set code.Note:The driver’s door will unlock.
2. Within five seconds press and release the 1•2 on the keypad.Note:
The lock motors will cycle, locked then unlocked.
3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered
within five seconds of each other.
4. Enter a sixth digit if you wish to have the personal entry code recall
memory position Driver 1 or Driver 2 (if equipped with the memory
seat/side view mirrors/adjustable pedals feature).Note:The lock motors
will cycle, locked then unlocked.
•Press 1•2 to recall the Driver 1 position.
•Press 3•4 to recall the Driver 2 position.
5. After five seconds of keypad inactivity, programming mode is exited.
All of the vehicle doors will lock and unlock to confirm the code has
been stored. Each memory feature driver position (Driver 1 or Driver 2)
can be associated with only one personal code. The factory-set code
cannot be associated with a memory recall position.
You can program up to three personal codes; these codes do not replace
the factory-set code.
Tips for setting codes:
•The factory set code cannot be erased or changed.
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Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)
The lumbar control is located on the
inboard side of the seat under the
armrest.
Rotate the control to change the
firmness of the lumbar support.
Memory seats/sideview mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)
This system allows automatic
positioning of the driver seat,
outside rearview mirrors, and
adjustable pedals to two
programmable positions.
The memory seat control is located
on the door next to the window
inside from the mirror.
•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. A memory seat position may be programmed at any time.
The memory positions are also recalled when you press your remote
entry transmitter UNLOCK control if the transmitter is programmed to a
memory position or when you enter a valid personal entry code that is
programmed to a memory position.
To program the memory feature to a remote entry transmitter and for
more information on how to use the keypad, refer toRemote entry
systemin theLocks and Securitychapter.
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