ECO mode FORD WINDSTAR 1998 1.G User Guide

Electronic Sound Systems
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[AS11010(ALL)08/95]
Tape error messages
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[AS11020(ALL)08/95]
Your cassette tape player is equipped to diagnose certain
problems you may experience. Error codes are as follows:
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[AS11030(ALL)08/95]
Error 0Ð Communication error between the radio controller
and the tape controller. The cassette player will eject the tape.
Insert the tape again. If the same error code appears, turn the
ignition off, then back on again and insert the tape.
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[AS11040(ALL)08/95]
Error 1Ð Possible problem cartridge. The cassette tape player
will eject the tape. Insert the tape again. If the same error code
appears in the display, try a different cartridge.
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[AS11050(ALL)08/95]
Error 2Ð Tape eject or load failure. Your cassette tape player
will go into the pause mode. Push ªEJCTº to eject the tape. If
the tape doesn't eject, refer the problem to qualified personnel
for service.
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[AS11060(ALL)05/96]
Clock Operation
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[AS11080(ALL)05/96]
How to view the clock mode
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[AS11090(ALL)08/95]
Press the ªCLOCKº button to alternate the frequency and time
in the display. In the clock mode, pressing any radio function
will automatically display the radio frequency for approximately
ten seconds before changing back to the clock mode.
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[AS11100(ALL)05/96]
How to set the clock
[AS11120(ALL)12/93]
Press and hold in the ªCLOCKº button, press the ªSEEKº
button left (
b) to advance the hours and right (
a) to advance
the minutes.
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[AS11130(ALL)05/96]
NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with no AM/PM
indications.
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[AS11135(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: On the High-Level Audio System, the clock can be set
with the radio power on or off.
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[AS12045(ALL)01/95]5.
Close unit by sliding changer panel door to the left.
[AS12048(ALL)05/95]
The Compact Disc Changer center floor console unit is now
ready to play using the controls of your High-Level Audio
System.
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[AS12051(ALL)04/95]
How to Operate the Ford 10-CD Changer Using the
Controls on the Radio
[AS12054(ALL)07/95]
If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford 10-CD Changer
System, you can operate it through the controls of your
High-Level Audio System.
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[AS12057(ALL)05/95]
Several of the controls on the radio operate in the same manner
in CD mode as they do in radio or cassette mode: turning the
power on, volume control and adjusting the bass, treble, speaker
balance or fade.
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[AS12060(ALL)02/95]
How to begin CD Changer play
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[AS12063(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Radio power must be on to operate the Compact Disc
Changer.
[AS12066(ALL)04/95]
Push the ªPLAY PROGº button to begin CD play. (The radio
will revert to the CD mode when ªPLAY PROGº button is
pushed and there is no cassette stored or playing in the cassette
deck.) The 10-CD Changer will automatically begin playing the
first track (selection) of the first disc loaded in the trunk unit.
The display will indicate ªCD-##º for track number. Three
seconds after displaying ªTR-##º, the display will indicate
ª##-##º (CD number-Track number).
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[AS12069(ALL)02/95]
How to change the disc being played
[AS12072(ALL)09/96]
When in the CD mode, you can change discs by pressing the
ªFFº button (to select the next discs) or the ªREWº button (to
select previous discs). Play will begin on the first track of the
selected disc.
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Electronic Sound Systems
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[AS12075(ALL)04/95]
If either button is pressed and held, the CD Changer will
continue fast-forwarding or reversing through the discs in the
disc magazine. During these functions, the display will indicate
the disc number.
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[AS12078(ALL)10/95]
How to change the track being played
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[AS12081(ALL)02/96]
Press the right (
a) side of the ªSEEKº button to seek forward
to the next track of current disc. If the button is held and the
last track is reached, the disc changer will automatically begin
playing the last track of the current disc. After the last track has
been completed, the disc changer advances to the next disc and
begins play of track 1. The display indicates the track number
while seeking.
[AS12084(ALL)02/96]
Press the left (
b) side of the ªSEEKº button to seek in reverse
to the previous track on the current disc. If a selection has been
playing for three seconds or more and you press the left (
b)
side of the ªSEEKº button, the CD Changer will replay that
selection from the beginning.
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[AS12087(ALL)04/95]
Operating the CD Compression feature
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[AS12090(ALL)05/96]
The compression feature will bring soft and loud passages closer
together for a more consistent listening level.
[AS12093(ALL)04/95]
To turn the compression on, press the Dolby B noise reduction
kbutton. (While in the CD Changer mode, the Dolby button
controls the compression function.) When the compression
feature is activated, the display will indicate ªCº.
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[AS12096(ALL)06/96]
HowtostopCDplay
[AS12099(ALL)03/96]
While in the CD Changer mode, press the ªEJCTº button to
stop CD play and resume radio play. Also, loading a cassette
into the cassette deck will stop CD play and begin cassette play.
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[AS23160(ALL)02/96]
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Using the ªSCANº function (Stereo Cassette Radio)
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[AS23170(ALL)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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[AS23200(ALL)03/96]
n
Setting the station MEMORY PRESET buttons
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[AS23325(ALL)02/96]
Your radio is equipped with 5 station memory buttons.
These buttons can be used to select up to 5 preset AM
stations and 10 preset FM stations (5 in FM1 and 5 in FM2).
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[AS23400(ALL)08/95]
Follow the easy steps below to set these buttons to the desired
frequencies:
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[AS23500(ALL)06/96]1.
Select a band, then select a frequency.
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[AS23700(ALL)06/96]2.
Press one of the memory preset buttons and hold the button
until the sound returns. That station is now held in memory
on that button.
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[AS23800(ALL)06/96]3.
Follow the two steps above for each station memory preset
button you want to set.
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[AS23900(ALL)03/96]
NOTE: If the vehicle's battery is disconnected, the clock and
station memory preset buttons will need to be reset.
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[AS24000(ALL)10/95]
Adjusting the tone balance and speaker output of your
radio
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[AS24100(ALL)02/96]
n
Increasing or decreasing bass response
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[AS24225(ALL)02/96]
Push the ªAUDIOº button repeatedly until the display reads
ªBASS.º Push the right (+) side of the ªVOLUMEº button to
increase bass (more ªlowsº), and push the left (s) side to
decrease bass (less ªlowsº).
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[AS27600(ALL)05/96]
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
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[AS27700(ALL)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(ALL)05/96]
n
Using a Ford or equivalent 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(ALL)08/95]
n
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(ALL)08/95]
n
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(ALL)08/95]
n
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(ALL)08/95]
n
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(ALL)08/95]
n
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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[AS28400(ALL)05/96]
Clock Operation
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[AS28500(ALL)05/96]
How to view the clock mode
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[AS28650(ALL)08/95]
Press the ªCLOCKº button to alternate the frequency and time
in the display. In the clock mode, pressing any radio function
will automatically display the radio frequency for approximately
ten seconds before changing back to the clock mode.
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Controls and Features
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[CF06700(ALL)01/96]3.
Turn the Fan Speed Knob to the position of your choice.
[CF06800(ALL)01/96]4.
Make sure that the registers in the instrument panel are open
and adjusted to the positions of your choice.
[CF06900(ALL)01/96]
During periods of high humidity, vapor may be emitted from
the air outlets when using the A/C with outside air. Correct
this by switching the Function Control Knob to MAX A/C.
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[CF07000(ALL)01/96]
Improving fuel economy
[CF07100(ALL)01/96]
Whenever you turn on the air conditioning, your vehicle uses
more fuel because the air conditioning compressor is running.
To get better fuel economy while cooling your vehicle, do not
use the air conditioner on mild days. Instead, set the function
control knob toQ(PANEL) and turn the temperature control
knob to COOL.
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[CF07200(ALL)01/96]
Operating tips
[CF07300(ALL)01/96]
To vary the temperature inside your vehicle, move the
Temperature Control Knob toward WARM (red) for warmer
temperatures and toward COOL (blue) for cooler temperatures.
The Temperature Control Knob setting determines the
temperature of the air being discharged from the system in all
operating modes (heating or A/C).
[CF07400(ALL)01/96]
When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather,
place the automatic transaxle gearshift selector lever in Park (P)
or in Neutral (N). This aids in engine cooling and air
conditioner efficiency. (If the engine overheats, turn the
Function Selector Knob toQ(PANEL) and turn the
Temperature Control Knob to WARM.)
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[CF07500(ALL)01/96]
When your vehicle's engine is operated at full throttle, the air
conditioner compressor will automatically be turned off to allow
maximum engine power. This may occur during passing or
when climbing steep grades. The compressor will return to
normal operation within a few seconds after full throttle is no
longer needed.
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Controls and Features
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[CF19800(ALL)01/96]
Windshield Washer
[CF19900(ALL)01/96]
To clean the windshield, push in the washer button on the end
of the turn signal lever. For a constant spray, push and hold the
button. If the windshield wipers are off, one momentary push
results in one wipe and a longer push in three wipes and
activation of washer fluid. If the windshield wipers are in
interval mode a quick tap results in two wipe cycles and a
longer tap in three wipes and washer fluid activation.
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[CF20000(ALL)01/96]
Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid
container is empty and never activate the washers for more than
fifteen seconds continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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[CF20100(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Always warm up the windshield with the defroster
before you use the washer fluid. In freezing weather, the
washer solution may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision.
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[CF20200(ALL)03/96]
For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing
your windshield wiper blades, seeWindshield washer fluid and
Wipersin the Index.
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[CF20300(ALL)01/96]
Gearshift Lever
[CF20400(ALL)07/96]
The gearshift lever on your vehicle is mounted on the steering
column. On the end of the gearshift lever is the Overdrive
On/Off button and the OVERDRIVE OFF lamp. For additional
information about the gearshift lever and the Overdrive On/Off
button, see theDrivingchapter.
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Controls and Features
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[CF27800(ALL)01/96]
Setting the autolamp
[CF27901(ALL)10/96]
The headlamps can be adjusted to turn on earlier or later in the
day according to the amount of outside light reaching the
sensor inside the mirror. To turn the headlamps on using
Autolamp, perform the following procedure.
[CF28001(ALL)10/96]1.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and place the
Autolamp slide knob to OFF.
[CF28011(ALL)10/96]2.
Press and hold the MODE switch throughout the procedure.
The MODE switch is located in a hole on the bottom left
side of the mirror. It can be accessed with a paper clip or
similar object.
[CF28021(ALL)10/96]3.
Slowly slide the Autolamp slide knob to the right until the
headlamps turn on. To have the headlamps turn on earlier,
go to step 4. To have the headlamps turn on later, go to step
5.
[CF28031(ALL)10/96]4.
Slowly slide the Autolamp slide knob to the left until the
headlamps turn off. Go to step 6.
[CF28041(ALL)10/96]5.
Slowly slide the Autolamp slide knob to the right until the
headlamps turn off. Go to step 6.
[CF28051(ALL)10/96]6.
Release the MODE switch. The new setting will be stored in
permanent memory. If further change is required, you must
repeat the procedure from the beginning.
% [CF28700(ALL)01/96]
Front Dome Lamp
[CF28800(ALL)01/96]
Front dome lamp, rear cargo and second row reading lamp may
be turned on and off using the dimmer switch.
[CF28900(ALL)09/96]
The front dome lamp is located in the overhead console
between the driver and front passenger seats.
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[SS03100(ALL)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0050172-A
Head restraint adjustment
[SS03200(ALL)01/96]
NOTE: On GL models, front bucket seats are designed with
integral headrests.
[SS03300(ALL)01/96]
E-Z access operation Ð passenger side optional
second row bucket seats
[SS03400(ALL)01/96]
To provide easy access to the rear of the vehicle, the passenger
side second row bucket seatback can be tilted forward.
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[SS03500(ALL)01/96]
To tilt seat forward:
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[SS03600(ALL)01/96]1.
Put the seatback in the upright position.
[SS03700(ALL)01/96]2.
Lift upward on the handle on the right (outboard) side of
the seat (also the recliner release handle).
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[SS03800(ALL)01/96]3.
The seat can now be tilted forward.
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[SS03900(ALL)01/96]
To latch the seat in its normal position, push seatback rearward
until it is latched in position.
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Seating and Safety Restraints
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[SS27800(ALL)01/96]
If the shoulder belt portion of one of the lap and shoulder belts
can be positioned so that it does not cross or rest in front of the
child's face or neck, the child should wear the lap and shoulder
belt. Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may
help provide a good shoulder belt fit.
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[SS27900(ALL)01/96]
Lap belts and the lap belt portion of lap and shoulder belts
should always be worn snugly and below the hips, touching the
child's thighs.
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[SS28000(ALL)05/96]
RWARNING
Children should always ride with the seatback in the
fully upright position.
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[SS28100(ALL)01/96]
Safety Seats for Children
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[SS28200(ALL)01/96]
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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[SS28300(ALL)01/96]
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 seeAttaching Safety Seats With
Tether Strapsin this chapter.
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[SS28400(ALL)05/96]
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.
[SS28500(ALL)04/96]
In rear-facing infant seats, the infant's head is closer to the
passenger air bag. The force of the rapidly inflating air bag
could push the top of the rear-facing seat against the vehicle
seatback. REAR-FACING INFANT SEATS MUST ALWAYS BE
SECURED IN THE REAR SEAT, and other child seats and
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