ECO mode FORD MUSTANG 1996 4.G Owners Manual

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[IN06000( ALL)01/95]
Breaking Your Vehicle In
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[IN06100( ALL)03/95]
Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or
break-in period during the first 1,000 miles
(1,600 km) that you drive it. During the break-in
period, you need to pay careful attention to how
you drive your vehicle.
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[IN06300( ALL)01/95]
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Avoid sudden stops.Because your vehicle
has new brake linings, you should take these
steps:
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[IN06400( ALL)01/95]
Ð Watch traffic carefully so that you can
anticipate when to stop.
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[IN06500( ALL)01/95]
Ð Begin braking well in advance.
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[IN06600( ALL)01/95]
Ð Apply the brakes gradually.
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[IN06700( ALL)01/95]
The break-in period for new brake linings
lasts for 100 miles (160 km) of city driving or
1,000 miles (1,600 km) of highway driving.
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[IN06800( ALL)01/95]
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Use only the type of engine oil that Ford
recommends.SeeEngine oil recommendations
in the Index. Do not use special ªbreak-inº
oils.
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[IN07000( ALL)04/95]
Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic
Powertrain Control Module that limits engine
and/or vehicle speeds with a cut-out mode to
promote durability.
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[IN07100( ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Outside of Your
Vehicle
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[IN07130( ALL)07/95]
Pollen, bird droppings and tree sap can damage
the paint, especially in hot weather. Wash your
vehicle as often as necessary to keep it clean.
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[IN07160( ALL)07/95]
Take similar precautions if your vehicle is
exposed to chemical industrial fallout.
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[SR24200( ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
Never leave a child unattended in your
vehicle.
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[SR24250( ALL)07/95]
RWARNING
When using forward-facing child seats
move the passenger seat as far back from
the instrument panel as possible. NEVER
SECURE REAR-FACING INFANT SEATS
IN THE FRONT SEAT.
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[SR25100( ALL)01/95]
Safety Seats for Children
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[SR25200( ALL)05/95]
Use a safety seat that is recommended for the
size and weight of the child. Always follow the
safety seat manufacturer's instructions when
installing and using the safety seat.
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Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat
having a top tether strap. Install the child safety
seat in a seating position which is capable of
providing a tether anchorage. For more
information on top tether straps see your Ford
or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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[SR25250( ALL)08/95]
When installing a child safety seat, be sure to
use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating
position, and make sure the tongue is securely
fastened in the buckle. For a shoulder/lap belt
combination with a sliding tongue, make sure
the retractor is in the automatic locking mode.
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[SR25275( ALL)06/95]
Children weighing less than 40 lbs. (18 kg)
should use child or infant seats. Forward facing
child seats must have the passenger seat moved
as far back from the instrument panel as
possible.
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[SC08600( ALL)03/91]
Speed Control (If equipped)
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[SC08800( ALL)06/95]
If your vehicle has speed control, you can
automatically maintain a constant speed at or
above 30 mph (50 km/h).
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[SC08900( ALL)06/95]
Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or
in Canada the Canadian Radio and
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC)
approved may cause the speed control to
malfunction. Therefore, use only properly
installed FCC (CRTC in Canada) approved radio
transmitting equipment in your vehicle.
[SC09000(M )05/95]
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with 5-speed
manual transmission, it may be
preferable to drive in 4 (Fourth) gear in
mountainous areas or at high altitude
to improve speed control performance.
[SC09100(M )12/94]
NOTE: When driving in hilly terrain, at high
elevations, or when pulling a trailer, it
may be desirable to drive with the
transmission in the Overdrive off
mode. This can be done by depressing
the Transmission Control Switch (O/D)
to the right of the transmission gear
selection lever. Driving in this mode
prevents the transmission from shifting
excessively when ascending grades, and
helps maintain speed when going
down steep hills.
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[SC09200( ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Do not shift to N (Neutral) when using
the speed control. This will cause the
engine to overspeed.
[SC09250( ALL)12/94]
When driving uphill, especially with a heavy
load, significant speed drops may occur. If the
speed drops more than 10 mph (16 km/h) the
automatic speed control will, by design, be
suspended. Some vehicles may require
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Using the ªAMSº function to manually tune
your radio
[AS22650(MBC )03/95]
You can change the frequency up or down
one increment at a time by first pressing the
ªAMSº button, (display shows ªTUNEº) then
pressing and releasing either the right
aor
left
bside 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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[AS22700(MBC )10/95]
Manual tuning adjusts your radio to any
allowable broadcast frequency, whether or
not a station is present on that frequency.
(SeeAll About Radio Frequenciesin this
section.)
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[AS22800(MBC )10/95]
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Using the ªSEEKº function
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[AS22900(MBC )09/95]
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 (
b) side 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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[AS23150(MBC )01/95]
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Using the ªSCANº function
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[AS23175(MBC )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. The display
flashes ªAMº or ªFM.º
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[AS27500(MBC )08/95]
Push thek/memory preset #3 button to
activate. Push again to deactivate.
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[AS27600(MBC )08/95]
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and
Tapes
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[AS27700(MBC )08/95]
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(MBC )08/95]
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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(MBC )08/95]
q
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(MBC )08/95]
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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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[AS28001(MBC )08/95]
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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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[AS28101(MBC )08/95]
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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(MBC )08/95]
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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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150 [AS29600(M )09/95]NOTE: The Mini Disc player has heat
protection circuitry to protect the laser
diode. If the temperature of the player
reaches167ÊF (75ÊC), theheat detection
circuit will shut off the player and
ªHOTº will appear in the display.
When the temperature is within normal
operating range, the ªHOTº indication
will turn off and the Mini Disc player
will again be operational.
[AS29700(M )09/95]
NOTE: If the ignition key is turned OFF
during play and then is set to the ON
or ACCESSORY position, the Mini
Disc player will resume playing in the
mode it was in when ignition was
turned off.
[AS29800(M )05/94]
How to fast forward or rewind your Mini
Disc player
[AS29900(M )03/95]
To quickly search for a particular point in a
selection, press the right (
e) side of the
ªREV/FFº button (to fast forward) or the left
(
f) side (to rewind). While either side of the
button is pressed, the disc goes forward or
backward at two different speeds depending on
how long the button is held down. (Pressing the
button for more than approximately 5 seconds
will speed up the process.) Release the button at
the desired point (found by watching the
elapsed playing time in the display or by
listening to the sound during fast forward or
rewind).
[AS30000(M )03/95]
When you have reached the end of the disc by
keeping the fast forward (
e) side of the
button pressed, the display will show the end
time of the last track and the sound will be
muted. When the fast forward (
e) side of the
button is released, the player resumes play at
the beginning of the first track.
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Common Operating Conditions of Your
Mini Disc Player
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[AS31800(M )08/95]
The following information is designed to help
you recognize typical situations that could be
mistakenly interpreted as mechanical
malfunctions of the disc player.
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[AS31900(M )08/95]
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A disc is already loaded.
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[AS32000(M )08/95]
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The disc is inserted with the label surface
downward.
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[AS32100(M )08/95]
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The disc is dusty or defective.
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[AS32200(M )05/95]
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The player's internal temperature is above
167ÊF (75ÊC).Allow the player to cool off
before operating.
[AS32300(M )05/94]
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Different manufacturers of compact discs may
produce discs with different dimensions or
tolerances, some of which may not be within
industry standards or in accordance with the
Mini Disc format. Because of this, a new disc
that is free of dust and scratches could be
defective and may not play on your Ford
Mini Disc Player.
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[AS32400(M )09/95]
If play does not begin after the CD button is
pushed:
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[AS32500(M )08/95]
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The radio is not on.
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[AS32600(M )08/95]
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The unit is in the stop mode.
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[AS32700(M )08/95]
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Moisture may have condensed on the lenses
within the unit. If this occurs, remove the
disc and wait approximately an hour until the
moisture evaporates.
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[AS32800(M )08/95]
If the sound skips:
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[AS32900(M )08/95]
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Badly scratched discs or extremely rough
roads will cause the sound to skip. Skipping
will not damage the disc player or scratch the
discs.
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[AS38330(M )10/95]
NOTE: Once a disc is inserted, the disc
opening is secured to prevent the
accidental insertion of a second disc.
[AS38340(M )03/95]
NOTE: The CD player has heat protection
circuitry to protect the laser diode. If
the temperature of the player reaches
167ÊF (75ÊC), theheat detection circuit
will shut off the player and ªHOTº
will appear in the display. When the
temperature is within normal operating
range, the ªHOTº indication will turn
off and the CD player will again be
operational.
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[AS38400(M )10/95]
How to stop and restart the CD player
[AS38450(M )03/95]
When a disc is loaded, the unit automatically
enters the play mode and the play indicator (
a)
illuminates. To stop temporarily, press the
ªPLAY/STOPº button. The stop indicator (
X)in
the display illuminates and operation returns to
the radio or tape mode. To resume CD play,
press this button once again or press any other
function button (except ªEJECTº or
ªCOMPRESSº buttons).
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[AS38475(M )10/95]
NOTE: If the ignition key is turned OFF
during play and then is set to the ON
or ACCESSORY position, the CD
player will resume playing in the mode
it was in when ignition was turned off.
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[AS38500(M )03/95]
How to locate a selection on your CD
player using Automatic Music Search (AMS)
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[AS38510(M )06/95]
An ªAMSº (Automatic Music Search) control on
your CD player allows you to quickly find a
particular selection on the disc. Press the left
fside of the ªAMSº control to locate a
previous selection or the right
eside of the
ªAMSº control to locate a later selection.
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[AS38550(M )10/95]
How to fast forward or reverse your CD
player
[AS38560(M )06/95]
To quickly search for a particular point in a
selection, press the right (
e) side of the
ªREV/FFº button (to fast forward) or the left
(
f) side (to rewind). While either side of the
button is pressed, the disc goes forward or
backward at two different speeds depending on
how long the button is held down. (Pressing the
button for more than a couple seconds will
speed up the process.) Release the button at the
desired point (found by watching the elapsed
playing time in the display or by listening to the
sound during fast forward or rewind).
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[AS38580(M )06/95]
When you have reached the end of the disc by
keeping the fast forward
eside of the button
pressed, the display will show the end time of
the last track and the sound will be muted.
When the fast forward
eside of the button is
released, the player resumes play at the
beginning of the first track.
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[AS38600(M )06/95]
A ª1º and ª0:00º will appear in the display
when the beginning of the disc is reached by
pressing the rewind
fside of the button.
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[AS38620(M )10/95]
Using the ªSCANº function
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[AS38630(M )03/95]
Press the ªSCANº button to enter the scan
mode. The CD player will begin scanning the
disc, stopping on each listenable track for
approximately eight seconds. This continues until
you press the ªSCANº button a second time or
eject the disc. While in the scan mode, the
display flashes ªSCAN.º
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[AS39050(M )07/94]
Special Features of Your CD Player
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[AS39100(M )10/95]
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Compression
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[AS39110(M )10/95]
The compression feature will bring soft and
loud passages closer together for a more
consistent listening level.
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[AS39120(M )03/95]
To turn the compression on, press the
ªCOMPRESSº button. When on, the
compression indicator (ªCOMPº) will appear
in the display. Press the button again to turn
off.
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[AS39150(M )03/95]
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Shuffle
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[AS39160(M )03/95]
The shuffle feature on your CD player allows
you to listen to your disc selections in a
different order. When this feature is
activated, your CD player will randomly
select and play tracks on the disc.
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[AS39170(M )03/95]
Press the ªSHUFFLEº button to turn on,
press it again to turn off. When on, the
shuffle indicator (ªSHUFº) will appear in the
display. When the player is between
selections, the display will show a moving
dash (ªsº) around the perimeter of the
display.
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[AS39200(M )03/95]
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Shuffle and Scan
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[AS39210(M )03/95]
Both the shuffle and scan features can be
activated simultaneously. In this mode, the
player will randomly pick a selection and
play the first eight seconds. This process is
continued until either the ªSCANº button or
ªSHUFFLEº button is pressed a second time.
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[AS39250(M )10/95]
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Automatic Disc Storage
[AS39260(M )03/95]
If the disc is ejected from the CD player but
is not removed from the disc opening within
approximately 15 seconds, the player will
automatically reload the disc for storage.
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