radio FORD TAURUS 1999 3.G User Guide

Audio system warranties and service
Refer to the ªWarranty Guideº for audio system
warranty information.
If service is necessary, see your dealer or a qualified
technician.
POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION
1. ACCESSORY, allows
the electrical
accessories such as the
radio to operate while
the engine is not
running.
2. LOCK, locks the
steering wheel,
automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows
key removal.
3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories
without locking the steering wheel.
4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning
lights illuminated. Key position when driving.
5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as
soon as the engine starts.
SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
To turn speed control on
²Press ON.
Vehicle speed cannot
be controlled until the
vehicle is traveling at
or above 48 km/h
(30 mph).
1
23
4
5
OFF ON
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Replacing lost transmitters
Take all your vehicle's
transmitters to your
dealer if service is
required.
If you purchase
additional transmitters
(up to four may be
programmed), perform
the following procedure:
To reprogram the transmitters yourself, place the
key in the ignition and turn from OFF to ON eight
times in rapid succession (within 10 seconds) ending
in ON. After doors lock/unlock, press any control on
all transmitters (up to four). When completed, turn
the ignition to OFF. The doors will lock/unlock one
last time to confirm completion of program mode.
All transmitters must be programmed at the same
time.
Replacing the battery
The remote transmitter is powered by one coin type
three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent.
Typical operating range will allow you to be up to
10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A
decrease in operating range can be caused by:
²weather conditions
²nearby radio towers
²structures around the vehicle
²other vehicles parked next to the vehicle
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PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE
Engine starting is controlled by the ignition system.
This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment standard requirements regulating the
impulse electrical field strength of radio noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing
the accelerator before or during starting. Only use
the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the
engine. For more information on starting the vehicle,
refer toStarting the enginein this chapter.
Extended idling at high engine speeds can
produce very high temperatures in the
engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of
fire or other damage.
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in
dry grass or other dry ground cover. The
emission system heats up the engine compartment
and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage
or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes
can be toxic. Always open the garage door before
you start the engine. SeeGuarding against
exhaust fumesin this chapter for more
instructions.
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your dealer inspect your
vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.
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The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
1 Ð Not Used
2 5A Instrument Illumination
3 10A Left Low Beam
Headlamp
4 10A Right Low Beam
Headlamp
5 5A Instrument Cluster,
Shift Lock Actuator,
Rear Defrost
6 15A TR Sensor, Reverse
Lamps, DRL, A/C
Controls
7 10A TR Sensor, Starter
Relay
8 5A Power Antenna, RCU,
GEM
9 10A ABS
10 20A PCM Relay, Ignition
Coil, PATS, Radio
11 5A Instrument Cluster
SEE OWNERS MANUAL
CONSULTER LA GUIDEDRIVER
WINDOW
RELAYACCESSORY
DELAY
RELAY
REAR
DEFROST
RELAYINTERIOR
LAMP
RELAY
DRIVER
UNLOCK
RELAY
BATTERY
SAVER
RELAY15A
HAZARD
LAMPS15A
HIGH
BEAM5A
TAIL
LAMPS10A
DEF SW
ILLUM
10A
DIAGNOS15A
DECKLID
RELEASE10A
BATTERY
SAVER15A
STOP
LAMPS
20A
CIGAR5A
MIRRORS
ANTENNA5A
WIPER &
VAPS5A
RADIO
30A
FRONT
WIPERS5A
HEAD LP
ILLUM15A
REAR
WIPER5A
RADIO
MEMORY
5A
AIR BAG5A
LIGHT
OUT MOD10A
TURN
SIGNAL20A
RHD
PWR LKS
10A
ABS20A
EEC
IGN COIL5A
AIR BAG
ALT LPS5A
GAUGES
WRN LPS
5A
SHIFT
INTLOCK15A
BK LPS
AC10A
STARTER
RELAY5A
RADIO
MUTE
5A
INSTR
ILLUM10A
LT LOW
BEAM10A
RT LOW
BEAM5A
SWITCH
ILLUM
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2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all
accessories and start the engine.
3. Let the engine idle for at least one minute.
4. The relearning process will automatically
complete as you drive the vehicle.
²The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10
miles) or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim
strategy.
²If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle
trim, the idle quality of your vehicle may be
adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually
relearned.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new
battery has been installed, the clock and the preset
radio stations must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
²Always dispose of
automotive batteries
in a responsible
manner. Follow your
local authorized
standards for
disposal. Call your
local authorized
recycling center to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
Check the wiper blades at least twice a year or when
they seem less effective. Substances such as tree sap
and some hot wax treatments used by commercial
car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades.
Checking the wiper blades
If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean both
the windshield and wiper blades using undiluted
windshield wiper solution or a mild detergent. Rinse
thoroughly with clean water. To avoid damaging the
LEAD
RETURN
RECYCLE
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²The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
and Canadian Radio Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems - such as two-way
radios, telephones and theft alarms - that are
equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply
with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be
installed only by a qualified service technician.
²Mobile communications systems may harm the
operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are
not properly designed for automotive use or are
not properly installed. When operated, such
systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall.
In addition, such systems may be damaged or
their performance may be affected by operating
your vehicle. (Citizens band [CB] transceivers,
garage door openers and other transmitters with
outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily
affect your vehicle's operation.)
²Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse
effects or damage that may result from the use of
such equipment.
Customer assistance
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fluid,
refill capacity ........ 191
fluid,
specifications.. 193,194
Radio .......................... 29
Relays ............... 125,132
Remote entry
system ................... 60,62
illuminated entry .... 62
locking/unlocking
doors ........................ 61
opening the trunk ... 61
panic alarm ............. 62
replacement/additional
transmitters ............. 63
replacing
the batteries ............ 63
Roadside
emergencies ......... 70,72
Roof rack ................. 123
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ...... 11
78,79,80,81,82,83
Safety Compliance
Certification Label .. 198
Safety defects,
reporting .................. 215
Safety restraints ........ 78
79,80,81,82,83,85
cleaning the safety
belts .................. 88,189
extension
assembly .................. 86
for adults .. 79,80,81,82
for children ........ 93,94
lap belt ............... 83,84
warning light
and chime ........ 7,11,87
Safety seats
for children ........... 95,96
Seat belts (see
Safety restraints) ...... 78Seats .......................... 74
child safety
seats .................... 95,96
cleaning ................. 188
Servicing your
vehicle ...................... 141
Spark plugs,
specifications ........... 190
194,195
Special notice .............. 3
Specification chart,
lubricants .......... 193,194
Speed control ............ 45
Speedometer ............. 12
Starting your
vehicle ........ 102,103,104
jump starting ........ 135
preparing to start
your vehicle ....... 70,72
Steering wheel
tilting ....................... 51
Tachometer ............... 13
Tilt steering wheel .... 51
Tires .... 132,160,161,162
changing ................ 132
checking the
pressure ................. 162
replacing ................ 163
rotating .................. 162
snow tires
and chains ............. 164
tire grades ............. 161
treadwear .............. 161
Towing ..................... 119
trailer towing ........ 119
wrecker .................. 140
Transaxle
automatic
operation ............... 111
fluid,
refill capacities ...... 191
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