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To maximize fog lamp bulb life it is recommended that the fog
lamp switch be turned off after each use prior to turning off the
headlamps.
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To turn the fog lamps on, push the switch. An indicator light
will glow when the lamps are on.
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To turn off, push the switch again.
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[IP12550(ALL)03/95]
ªHeadlamps Onº Alert Chime
[IP12601(ALL)03/94]
The ªheadlamps onº alert chime acts as an indicator that you
have left the headlamps or parking lights on. This continuous
chime will activate when the following conditions are present:
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The headlamp and/or parking lamps are on
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There is no key in the ignition
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The driver's door is ajar (open)
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[IP12700(ALL)01/93]
Daytime Running Light (DRL) System
(Canadian vehicles only)
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The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system is designed to turn
the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced light output and
without illuminating the high beam indicator lamp in the
instrument panel. The DRL system operates when all of the
following conditions are met:
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the vehicle is ªrunningº
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the vehicle has a fully released parking brake
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the headlamp system is in the OFF position
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NOTE: You may notice that the lights flicker when the engine
is turned on or off. This is a normal condition.
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Instrument Panel Controls
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To keep the lamps on after you leave your vehicle:
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Move the slider knob to the right. Once the slider knob is to
the right, it controls how long the lamps stay on.
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The further you move the slide knob toward the right, the
longer the headlamps stay on after you leave your vehicle.
Similarly, if you move the slide knob only slightly toward
the left, the headlamps stay on for only a moment after you
turn your vehicle off.
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Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive
cleaners to clean the lamps, as these may cause scratches or
crack the lamps.
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Interior Lamps
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Lighting Up the Instrument Panel
[IP13560(ALL)03/94]
The instrument panel lights can be turned on by turning the
headlamp control knob to either the first or second position.
You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by rotating
the dim switch up or down to the desired brightness. The dim
switch is located to the right of the steering column next to the
radio.
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To indicate a lane change to the right, push the turn signal
lever up slightly (without latching) and hold it in position. To
indicate a lane change to the left, pull the turn signal lever
down slightly (without latching) and hold it in position. The
lever will return to the OFF position when you release it.
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[SC02200(ALL)05/94]
If the turn indicator light in the instrument panel does not
illuminate or remains on (does not flash) when you signal a
turn, the turn signaling system is malfunctioning. Have this
condition corrected as soon as possible, and use the accepted
hand signals until the turn signal system is repaired.
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High Beams
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To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamps on and push
the turn signal lever away from you until it latches. When the
high beams are on, the high beam indicator light on the
instrument panel is illuminated.
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To return to the low beam setting, pull the turn signal lever
toward you until it latches back into the neutral position. The
high beam indicator light turns off.
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High beam and flash-to-pass operation
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Flashing the Lights
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To flash the headlamps, pull the turn signal lever toward you
for a moment and then release it. The high beam headlamps
will flash whether the headlamps are on or off.
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The keyless entry system keypad
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When you bought your vehicle, you were given a computer
code that operates the system for your vehicle. For your
convenience, we have duplicated this code in two places.
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The code is:
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on your owner's wallet card found in the glove compartment
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taped to the computer module
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When you use the keyless entry system, the illuminated entry
system turns on the interior lights for 25 seconds and the
buttons on the keypad light up for five seconds.
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Do not push the keypad buttons with a key, ball-point pen,
pencil, or any other hard object since they could damage the
buttons.
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Using the Keyless Entry System
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To operate the Keyless Entry System, you must be familiar with
the ªpersonal codeº and the ªpermanent code.º The personal
code is a code number that you select that is easy for you to
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Features
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To lock all of the doors at the same time, press the 7/8 and 9/0
buttons at the same time. It is not necessary to first enter the
keypad code. This will also arm your Ford anti-theft system.
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Battery Saver
[FV09302(ALL)06/94]
When the ignition switch is turned to OFF, the vehicle will turn
off battery voltage to the interior lamps after 45 minutes. (The
exterior lamps are not affected.) The purpose is to minimize
extended battery drain if the lights have inadvertently been left
on or if a door or the glove box is not completely closed.
However, the timer will be immediately reset to another 45
minutes if any of the following occurs:
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any door is open or closed
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the front door handle is lifted (for Illuminated Entry only)
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taking the key IN or OUT of the ignition switch
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the Keyless Entry keypad is used
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the Remote Entry transmitter is activated
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Remote Entry System (If equipped)
[FV09316(ALL)06/94]
If your vehicle has the remote entry system, you can lock and
unlock the vehicle doors without using a key. The remote entry
system also has a personal alarm feature. The buttons that
control the system are located on the hand held transmitter that
come with your vehicle.
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The system will work with up to four transmitters. Your vehicle
came with two transmitters. Additional transmitters can be
ordered from your dealer.
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The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the
OFF position.
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Features
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When you use the remote entry UNLOCK, or PANIC buttons,
the illuminated entry system turns on the interior lights for 25
seconds. You can turn these lights off with the LOCK button or
by turning the ignition to the RUN position.
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Replacing the batteries
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The remote entry transmitter is powered by two coin type
three-volt lithium 2016 batteries (included) that should last for
several years of normal use. If you notice a significant decrease
in operating range, the batteries should be replaced.
Replacement batteries can be purchased at most pharmacies,
watch stores or at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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NOTE: The operating range of the remote entry system can
also be affected by weather conditions (such as very
cold temperatures) or structures around the vehicle
(buildings, other vehicles, radio towers, etc.). Typical
operating range will allow you to be up to 33 feet (10
meters) away from your vehicle.
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Replacing the batteries
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The transmitter can be snapped apart to replace the batteries by
twisting a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter.
DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER
APART. When installing the new batteries, be sure to place the
positive (+) side down as marked. Snap the two halves back
together.
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NOTE: The flashing lights and honking horn will shut off
automatically approximately two minutes and 45
seconds after the system is triggered. It will trigger
again if another intrusion occurs. However, the starter
circuit remains disabled until the system is disarmed.
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Liftgate
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Liftgate opening procedure
[FV09910(ALL)11/93]1.
To open the liftgate, insert the door key into the lock and
turn it clockwise. You can also unlock the latch (but not
release it) with the power door lock system.
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Reach under the license plate light shield and release the
liftgate latch by squeezing the paddle handle rearward.
[FV09920(ALL)06/94]3.
To make the gate swing up to the fully opened position, pull
back and upward on the latch paddle handle under or
behind the license plate shield.
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Opening the liftgate
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Operating the electric mirrors
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Heated Side View Mirrors (If equipped)
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The heated side view mirrors are automatically activated
whenever you activate the rear defogger. The defogger in your
vehicle automatically shuts off after 10 minutes. If additional
defogging is necessary, reactivate the rear defogger.
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Automatic Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
(If equipped)
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The automatic non-glare mirror
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The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal
state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach the
mirror. This mirror functions at night, and has a limited
function at dusk or dawn. From the non-glare state, the mirror
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Electronic Sound Systems
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To minimize these conditions, a stereo/mono blend circuit has
been incorporated into this system. This feature automatically
switches a weak stereo signal to a clearer monaural signal,
which improves the quality of reception.
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Several sources of static are normal conditions on AM
frequencies. These can be caused by power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms.
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Another reception phenomenon isStrong Signal Capture and
Overload. This can occur when listening to a weak station and
when passing another broadcast tower. The close station may
capture the more distant station, although the displayed
frequency does not change. While passing the tower, the station
may switch back and forth a few times before returning to the
original station.
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When several broadcast towers are present (common in
metropolitan areas) several stations may overload the receiver,
resulting in considerable station changing, mixing and
distortion.
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Automatic gain control circuitry for both AM and FM bands has
been incorporated into this system to reduce strong signal
capture and overload.
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All About Radio Frequencies
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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the
Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC)
establish the frequencies AM and FM radio stations may use for
their broadcasts. The allowable frequencies are, AM: 530,
540...1600, 1610 kHz in 10 kHz steps; FM: 87.9, 88.1...107.7, 107.9
MHz in 0.2 MHz steps.
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Not all frequencies will be assigned to a given area. This radio
will tune to each of these frequencies using manual tune and no
fine tuning is necessary as radio stations may not use other
frequencies.
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After you drive through the standing water, apply your brakes
gently several times as your vehicle moves slowly to help dry
the brakes.
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Rocking the Vehicle
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If your vehicle gets stuck (for example, in mud or snow), you
may rock it out. Shift in a steady rhythm between forward and
reverse gears. At the same time, press lightly on the accelerator.
If you are still stuck after a few minutes of rocking, call for a
tow truck.
[DR11750(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control,
make sure the system has been turned off before
attempting to rock the vehicle.
[DR11775(ALL)04/95]
SeeTraction Control Off Lightin theLights and Gaugessection of
this guide for more information.
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Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes. This may
overheat the engine, damage the transaxle, or damage the tires.
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Driving With a Heavy Load
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The Safety Compliance Certification Label, located on the
driver's door pillar, provides important information regarding
the weight limits your vehicle can safely carry or tow. The total
weight of your vehicle, including the weight of the passengers
and cargo, should never be more than the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR). Also, the weight that your vehicle carries on
the front axle and rear axle should never be more than the
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the respective axle.
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The load capacities of your vehicle's tires affect the GVWR or
GAWR limitations. Using replacement tires with a higher weight
limit than the originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR.
Using lower capacity replacement tires may lower GVWR and
GAWR limitations.
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