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Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
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This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not
the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or
mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate.
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Engine coolant temperature gauge Ð base cluster
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The pointer moves from the C (cold) mark into the NORMAL
band as the engine coolant warms up. It is acceptable for the
pointer to fluctuate within the normal band under normal
driving conditions. Under certain driving conditions such as
heavy stop and go traffic, or driving up hills in hot weather, the
pointer may indicate at the top of the NORMAL band. This is
also acceptable.
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If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves above the
NORMAL band, the engine is overheating and continued
operation may cause engine damage.
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If your engine overheats:
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Pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible.
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Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the engine as soon as
safely possible, severe engine damage could result.
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The Traction Control light will stay on for a minimum of four
seconds.
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Traction Control Off Light
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This light comes on when the Traction Control system is not
operating. In some conditions, you may want to turn Traction
Control off, such as when rocking your vehicle out of deep
snow or mud.
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Traction Control will automatically turn off to prevent the
brakes from overheating. The system will turn back on once the
brakes have cooled down.
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NOTE: If the TRAC OFF light is flashing repeatedly, it means
that there is a Traction Control system malfunction
and the system is inoperative. Contact your dealer for
service as soon as possible.
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Electronic Sound Systems
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Automatic Disc Storage
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If the disc is ejected from the CD player but is not removed
from the disc opening within approximately 10 seconds, the
player will automatically reload the disc for storage, unless
the disc is automatically ejected due to a ªfocus errorº (disc
inserted upside down). In this case, the disc will not be
automatically reloaded.
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How to eject the disc
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Push the ªEJECTº button to stop play, eject the disc and resume
radio operation of your audio system.
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NOTE: You can eject the disc while the radio power and/or
ignition is on or off.
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How To Take Care of and Clean Your CD Player and
Discs
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To ensure the continued performance of your Ford Compact
Disc Player, carefully read the following precautions:
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Always handle the disc by its edge. Never touch the playing
surface.
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Before playing, inspect the disc for any contamination. If
needed, clean the disc with an approved disc cleaner, such as
the DiscwasherHCompact Disc Cleaner or the Allsop 3H
Compact Disc Cleaner, by wiping from the center out to the
edges.Do not use a circular motion to clean.
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Do not clean discs with solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended
for analog records.
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Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources
such as defroster and floor heating ducts. Do not leave any
discs in a parked car in direct sunlight where there may be a
considerable rise in temperature or damage may result.
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Controls and Features
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Air Conditioning (A/C) Controls Ð Main (Front) System
Only (Manual Air Conditioning)
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The climate controls Ð main A/C
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The Fan Speed Knob controls the volume of air circulated in the
vehicle. There are four fan settings: Low, Medium Low, Medium
High, and High.
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NOTE: The fan will not operate when the Function Selector
Knob is in them(OFF) position.
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The Temperature Control Knob may be adjusted from COOL air
in the blue range to WARM air in the red range.
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NOTE: Air temperature can be adjusted for the main climate
control system only. Air temperature from the
auxiliary heating/air conditioning system (if equipped)
cannot be adjusted. Rear passengers will receive either
FULL COOL or FULL WARM air based on the setting
of the Rear Control and Function Selector Knob.
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The Function Selector Knob controls air circulation and A/C
Compressor Operation.
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The air conditioning settings include MAX A/C, A/C andS
(Panel/Floor). However, heating capabilities are also provided in
these modes. Adjust the Temperature Control Knob as necessary
to receive cool (air-conditioned) or warm (heated) air when in
these modes.
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NOTE: The A/C compressor will only operate when outside
air temperatures are above approximately45ÊF (7ÊC).
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The climate control system provides fresh outside air in all
function control settings except for MAX A/C andm(OFF).
Only recirculated interior air is available in MAX A/C.
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InMAX A/C, air from inside the passenger compartment is
recirculated continuously and the A/C compressor is engaged.
In this position, the system provides maximum cooling,
maximum dehumidifying, and greater fuel efficiency. It also has
a greater noise level because the sound of the air from the
blower motor is not muffled by a closed damper door as it
would be in all other functional settings.
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InA/C, outside air is drawn into the system and the A/C
compressor is engaged. The cooling process and the distribution
of cooled air is the same as that provided with MAX A/C.
Because outside air is drawn into the system, it will not have
the advantage of cooling already cooled air. It will have a lower
noise level because a closed damper door muffles the sound of
the air from the blower motor.
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InQ(PANEL), air is drawn from the outside and directed into
the passenger compartment through the instrument panel
registers. The temperature of the air can be varied by adjusting
the Temperature Control Knob. This mode is normally used as a
vent setting. The A/C compressor does not operate in this
mode, only heating capabilities are provided.
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Heating and Air Conditioning System
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Turning On the Heat
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You can heat the inside of your vehicle and defrost the
windshield using the Function Selector Knob located in the
control assembly in the instrument panel.
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The seven function selector modes are: MAX A/C, AC,Q
(PANEL),S(PANEL/FLOOR),R(FLOOR),P
(DEFROST/FLOOR), andV(DEFROST). If your vehicle is
equipped with a rear seat climate control system, the instrument
panel will also include a rear seat climate control knob. Front
passengers determine the temperature and location of the
airflow for the rear passengers by the settings on the Function
Selector and Rear Control Knob in the front climate control
panel. To turn on the rear passenger compartment control
system, select REAR CTRL, Medium Low, Medium High, or
High on either the heat (red dots) or cool (blue dots) side. Front
passengers must be in MAX A/C, A/C, PANEL/FLOOR,
DEFROST/FLOOR or DEFROST for cooled recirculated air in
the rear, otherwise, recirculated non-cooled air will be available
in the rear. With the knob set to REAR CTRL, rear seat
passengers will have control of rear fan speed on the rear seat
climate control panel. Positions Medium Low, Medium High, or
High will control rear fan speed from the front control panel.
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The climate controls Ð main and auxiliary system A/C Ð Heater System Ð if
equipped
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The auxiliary system is controlled exclusively by the 9-position
switch. If the control is turned to the left, cool air will be
delivered at the beltline and overhead. If the control is turned
to the right, warm air will be delivered to the floor area. The
further left or right from the OFF position the control is turned,
the higher the fan speed.
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The standard heating system and the heating portion of the
heating and air conditioning system are essentially identical.
There is one exception, however; the air conditioning
compressor will automatically engage when theP
(DEFROST/FLOOR) orV(DEFROST) position is selected to
aid in defogging and defrosting the inside glass when the
outside temperature is above approximately45ÊF (7ÊC).Refer to
the heating system operating instructions covered previously for
a more detailed explanation of heating system operation.
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Turning on the Air Conditioner
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To cool your vehicle quickly in warm weather:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob to MAX A/C.
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Turn the Temperature Control Knob to COOL.
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Turn the Fan Speed Knob to the position of your choice.
[CF05800(ALL)08/96]4.
If your vehicle is equipped with the rear passenger
compartment air conditioning unit, it will be on when the
front system is on MAX A/C, A/C or PANEL/FLOOR and
the rear climate control knob is set to REAR CTRL, and any
fan speed on the blue side. Refer to the previous section for
an explanation of the heating system.
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Adjust your instrument panel registers.
[CF06000(ALL)01/96]6.
If the inside of your vehicle is very warm, you may want to
drive for a few minutes with the windows down and the air
conditioner on. This forces most of the hot, stale air out of
the vehicle and allows the air conditioner to cool the interior
more quickly.
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The air conditioner may be used to cool the outside air being
drawn into your vehicle, but using recirculated air is more
economical and cools your vehicle more quickly.
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Cooling your vehicle with outside air
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Cooling your vehicle with air conditioned outside air is quieter
but less economical than using recirculated air. It also has less
cooling capacity.
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To cool your vehicle with outside air:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob to the A/C orS
(PANEL/FLOOR).
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Turn the Temperature Control Knob to COOL.
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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.
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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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Improving fuel economy
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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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Operating tips
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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).
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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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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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If an A/C mode is chosen on the Function Selector Knob and
the Rear Control Knob is in a cool mode (blue dots), rear
passengers will receive FULL COOL (air-conditioned) air out of
the side and upper rear registers. If a non-A/C mode is chosen
on the Function Selector Knob and the Rear Control Knob is in
a cool mode (blue dots), rear passengers will receive recirculated
air out of the side and upper rear registers. If the Rear Control
Knob is in a heat mode (red dots), rear passengers will receive
FULL WARM air out of the floor registers.
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Rear passengers do not have the ability to adjust the
temperature or select the location of the airflow from the
auxiliary climate control system. Rear passengers can adjust the
Rear Fan Speed Control Knob and air discharge (adjust
registers) for comfort.
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NOTE: For maximum heating and cooling for front seat
passengers, set the rear fan switch to them(OFF)
position.
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Liftgate Window Features
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Rear Window Defogger (If equipped)
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The defogger for the rear liftgate window clears frost, fog, or
thin ice from both the inside and outside of the rear window.
The defogger operates with the ignition in the ON position.
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The control switch is located on the instrument panel to the
right of the steering column and below the climate control
system.
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