audio LINCOLN AVIATOR 2003 User Guide

While in FM mode, two menus are available.If RDS is turned OFF, you
can access :
•RDS OFF — Refer toRadio data system feature.
If RDS is turned ON, you can access the following:
•TRAFFIC ON/OFF-Refer toTraffic announcements.
•FIND type-Refer toProgram type.
•SHOW (NAME, TYPE, NONE)- Refer toRadio data system feature.
•RDS ON— Refer toRadio data system feature.
You can also access COMP ON/OFF.
TRAFFIC ON/OFF— Traffic announcements can be programmed as local
or distant. Refer toTraffic announcements.
RDS ON/OFF— This feature allows your audio system to receive text
information from RDS-equipped FM radio stations. Refer toRadio Data
System feature.
FIND type — Allows you to select your desired FM program type and
search for that selection.
SHOW — Allows you to select from NAME (displays the name of the
radio station), TYPE (displays the RDS program type: rock, jazz, etc.), or
NONE (deactivates the RDS display).
Traffic announcements
This feature allows you to hear
traffic announcements. When in this
mode, traffic announcements will
interrupt radio and CD play.
When in FM mode and RDS is
activated, press the MENU until TRAFFIC OFF displays. Press the SEL
control to engage the feature. The display will read TRAFFIC ON.
This feature also allows you to control the volume of traffic
announcements. With the display reading TRAFFIC ON, adjust the
volume using the volume control to the desired level. The volume level
will show at the bottom of the display. Interrupting traffic
announcements will be at the selected volume level.
To disengage the feature, press the MENU control until TRAFFIC ON
displays. Press the SEL control. The display will read TRAFFIC OFF.
RDS traffic seek feature
When in traffic mode, you can use the SEEK feature to seek upor down
the listenable traffic capable frequencies.
SEL+MENU
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With the RDS activated, press MENU until TRAFFIC ON is displayed.
Press and hold the SEEK control until the desired selection is reached.
The feature disengages when the control is released.
RDS traffic scan feature
When in traffic mode, you can use the SCAN feature to scan upthe
frequency band for listenable traffic capable frequencies.
With the RDS activated, press the MENU control until TRAFFIC ON is
displayed. Press the SCAN control. SCAN TRAFFIC will display. The
audio system will scan to all traffic capable frequencies. If no valid
stations are found after one pass, the scan function is cancelled and NOT
FOUND displays.
Trafficannouncements are not available in most U.S. markets.
Radio data system (RDS) feature
This feature allows your audio
system to receive text information
from RDS-equipped FM radio
stations.
To activate RDS:
•When in FM mode, press the MENU control until RDS OFF displays.
•Press the SEL control to engage this feature (RDS ON).
RDS features:
Once the RDS feature is on, press the MENU control to scroll through
the following selections:
Traffic announcements
This feature allows you to hear traffic announcements while in CD mode.
These announcements are broadcast by traffic capable RDS stations.
When in this mode, traffic announcements will interrupt radio and CD
play.
•Press the MENU control until TRAFFIC is displayed.
•Press the SEL control to engage the feature. The display will read
TRAFFIC ON.
This feature also allows you to control the volume of traffic
announcements. With the display reading TRAFFIC ON, adjust the
volume using the volume control to the desired level. The volume level
will show at the bottom of the display. Interrupting traffic
announcements will be at the selected volume level.
SEL+MENU
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Soft mute
When the vehicle is in reverse, and an obstacle is detected by Rear Park
Assist, the radio volume is reduced to a level that allows the warning to
be heard. After the obstacle warning is gone, the radio will return to the
previously set volume level.
Setting the clock
Your vehicle is equipped with a separate instrument panel mounted
clock. Please refer toClockin theDriver controls chapterfor
instructions on setting the clock.
Digital signal processing
The digital signal processing (DSP) feature allows you to change the
signal mode to suit your listening tastes.
Press the DSP control to access the
DSP menu.
Use the SEL control to select the desired signal mode (the selected
mode will appear in the display). The following can be selected:
•DSP OFF—disengages the feature
•STADIUM—outdoor stadium with
a capacity of about 30 000
•CHURCH—church with a high
vault
•HALL—rectangular concert hall capacity of about 2 000
•JAZZ CLUB—jazz club with clearly reflected sounds
•NEWS “voice-only” type of sound with a limited audio band
Press the DSP control again to access the occupancy modes. Use the
SEL control to optimize the sound based upon the occupants in the
vehicle.
The following occupancy modes can be selected:
•ALL SEATS
•DRIVER SEAT
•REAR SEATS
DSP
SEL+
SEL
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CLEANING COMPACTDISCS
Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, clean
discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to
the edge. Do not use circular motion.
CD AND CD CHANGER CARE
•Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.
•Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended
periods of time.
•Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer
magazine.
CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75
in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,
certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not
function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular
shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs
with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted
into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to
become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be
identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive
labels. Ball point pens may damage CDs. Please contact your
dealer for further information.
RADIO FREQUENCY INFORMATION
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio
and Telecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequencies
AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequencies
are:
AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz
FM 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz
Not all frequencies are used in a given area.
RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS
Three factors can affect radio reception:
•Distance/strength.The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is.
The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km
(24 miles). This range can be affected by “signal modulation.” Signal
modulation is a process radio stations use to increase their
strength/volume relative to other stations.
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•Terrain.Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle’s
antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems.
Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interfering
structure (out of its “shadow”) returns your reception to normal.
•Station overload.Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger
signals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal may
temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station
frequency is displayed.
The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it
will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo.
AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTIES AND SERVICE
Refer to theWarranty Guidefor audio system warranty information.
If service is necessary, see your dealer or a qualified technician.
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To return to a previously set speed
•Press RES. For RES to operate,
the vehicle speed must be faster
than 48 km/h (30 mph).
Indicator light
This light comes on when the
vehicle speed control is engaged and
actively controlling vehicle speed.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control
features.
Audio control features
Press MEDIA to select:
•AM, FM1, FM2,
•TAPE, or
•CD (if equipped).
Driver Controls
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................168
Accessory delay ..........................73
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ........143–144, 147
and child safety seats ............145
description ......................144, 147
disposal ....................................151
driver air bag ..................146, 148
indicator light ...................12, 150
operation .........................146, 148
passenger air bag ...........146, 148
side air bag ..............................147
Air cleaner filter .......................270
Air conditioning ..........................41
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ................................47
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................181
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................251
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................168–169
Anti-theft system ......................117
arming the system ..................117
disarming a triggered
system .....................................118
Audio system (see Radio) ...18, 27
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................176
fluid, adding ............................265
fluid, checking ........................265
fluid, refill capacities ..............270
fluid, specification ..................275
Auxiliary power point .................69Axle
lubricant
specifications ..................273, 275
refill capacities ........................270
B
Battery .......................................249
acid, treating emergencies .....249
charging system warning
light ............................................12
jumping a disabled battery ....219
maintenance-free ....................249
replacement, specifications ...270
servicing ..................................249
BeltMinder .................................139
Brakes ........................................167
anti-lock ...........................168–169
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light .........12, 169
brake warning light ..................11
fluid, checking and adding ....265
fluid, refill capacities ..............270
fluid, specifications .........273, 275
lubricant
specifications ..................273, 275
parking ....................................169
shift interlock ..........................174
Bulbs ............................................56
C
Calculating load ........................193
Capacities for refilling fluids ....270
Cargo cover ...............................102
CD-single premium .....................18
Cell phone use ............................98
Certification Label ....................276
Changing a tire .........................211
Index
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