FORD PROBE 1996 2.G Owners Manual

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To lower the rear seatback:
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To raise the seatback, lift the seatback rearward
until it latches. Make sure the seatback is locked
in position by pushing it forward and backward.
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RWARNING
Securely latch the seatback in the upright
position to prevent the seatback or objects
from being thrown forward during a
sudden stop or collision.
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RWARNING
Do not pile cargo higher than the
seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a
collision or sudden stop.
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RWARNING
Do not remove the floor carpet in your
vehicle. Emission controls cause high
exhaust temperatures under the floor.
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NOTE: When returning the folding seats to the
upright position, remember to return
rear shoulder belts to their proper
position.
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NOTE: Your vehicle has stowage hooks on the
rear, lower, side trim panel on which
to hook the safety belts when not in
use. Simply hook the tongue slot over
the stowage hook.
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Cleaning the Seats
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Leather
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For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a
soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning,
wipe the surface with a leather and vinyl cleaner
or a mild soap.
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Fabric
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Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom
or a vacuum cleaner. Remove fresh spots
immediately. Follow the directions that come
with the cleaner.
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NOTE: Before using any cleaner, test it on a
small, hidden area of fabric. If the
fabric's color or texture is adversely
affected by a particular cleaner, do not
use it.
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Mirrors
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RWARNING
The side view mirror on the right makes
objects appear smaller and farther away
than they actually are.
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Dual-Electric Remote Control Mirrors
(If equipped)
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Dual-electric remote control mirrors are
collapsible. The mirror heads can be folded
rearward to prevent damage when using an
automatic car wash.
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To adjust the side mirrors:
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1. Locate the control switch in the power
control panel on the driver's door.
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2. Select the right or left mirror by moving the
selector switch right or left.
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3. Push the control switch in the direction you
want to move the mirror.
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4. Return the selector switch to the middle OFF
position to keep the mirror in place.
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Console
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A fully-equipped console on your vehicle will
include the following items:
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ashtray and lighter
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parking brake lever
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cupholder or storage compartment with
cupholder
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Storage Compartments
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Your vehicle may have several small storage
compartments:
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a glove compartment that locks and unlocks
using the ignition key
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two map pockets on the door panels (if
equipped)
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storage compartment below the climate
controls
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a storage bin in the center console
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RWARNING
Do not put objects on the ledge between
the back seat and the rear window, as
they can become dangerous projectiles and
injure someone.
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Center Console Storage (If equipped)
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To open the center console storage bin, push the
button and slide the lid back. When it is back as
far as it will go, push the button and lift the lid.
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Cupholders
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The cupholders are located inside the center
console storage bin. The driver cupholder is
integrated in the storage bin. To use the
passenger cupholder, rotate it upward then twist
the cupholder until it is in a horizontal position.
When the passenger cupholder is not in use,
twist it back to the vertical position and rotate it
into the storage bin.
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NOTE: Do not place heavy objects in the
cupholders.
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half page art:0032378-AUsing the cupholders
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Hatchback
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Opening and Closing the Hatchback
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To open the hatchback from the outside:
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1. Put the key into the lock located on the right
side, in the tail lamp just above the bumper.
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2. Turn the key to the right to unlock.
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3. Remove the key before you close the
hatchback.
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NOTE: When the hatch is unlocked the cargo
lamp will illuminate.
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4. Using both hands, shut the hatchback
completely. Do not slam it.
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5. Pull up on the hatchback to make sure it is
securely latched.
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To prevent premature wear or damage to the
hatchback lift cylinders and attaching hardware,
the hatchback must be fully closed before you
drive your vehicle.
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RWARNING
If you drive with the hatchback lid open,
you will draw dangerous exhaust fumes
into your vehicle.
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If you must drive like this, keep the vents open
so outside air comes into the vehicle.
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Using the Remote Control for the
Hatchback
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To release the hatchback from inside the vehicle,
simply pull up on the remote release lever,
which is located in front of the driver's seat,
near the door.
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Remote control for the hatchback
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118 [FV29101(ALL)10/89]Using the Luggage Compartment Cover
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This cover lets you conceal cargo in the luggage
compartment. The cover will lift automatically
when the hatchback lid is opened.
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RWARNING
Do not place objects on the luggage
compartment cover, as they can become
dangerous projectiles and injure someone.
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To remove the luggage compartment cover:
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1. Raise the hatchback to the fully open
position.
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2. Standing outside the vehicle, unfasten the lift
cords from the hatchback lid.
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3. Disconnect the two front package tray lift
cords from the lower trunk side trim.
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4. Lower the cover and slide it rearward to
disengage it from the sockets and remove it.
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The luggage compartment and cover
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RWARNING
The cover may cause injury in a sudden
stop or accident if it is left lying loose in
the vehicle or if it is not securely
installed. Therefore, the cover should
either be securely installed or removed
from the vehicle. To be securely installed,
the cover must be attached to the brackets
and all four cords must be fastened.
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To install the luggage compartment cover:
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1. Raise the hatchback to the fully open
position.
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2. From outside the vehicle, position the cover
in its sockets.
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3. Attach the lift cords to the hatchback lid.
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4. Connect the two front luggage compartment
cover lift cords to the lower trunk side trim.
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5. Close the hatchback.
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RWARNING
Do not push down on the luggage
compartment cover when the lift cords are
attached to the open hatchback lid. This
could cause the hatchback lid to close
unexpectedly.
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