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InstrumentationThe instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is
divided into several different sections. The
illustrations on the following pages show the major
parts of the instrument panel that are described in
this chapter. Some items shown may not be on all
vehicles.
The main controls for the climate control system,
clock, and radio are on the instrument panel.If you have radio transmitting equipment in your
vehicle, be aware that it can interfere with your
vehicle's electrical system and may cause the
instrumentation and/or convenience products to
have temporary, abnormal operation.
NOTE:Any cleaner or polish that increases the
gloss (shine) of the upper part of the instrument
panel should be avoided. The dull finish in this area
is to help protect the driver from undesirable
windshield reflection.
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16If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash,
remains on, or you hear a beeping sound, have the
system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer immediately.Anti-Theft Alarm Light (If equipped)This light flashes on and off when the ignition is
turned to the OFF position and any door is opened.
As soon as you lock the doors, the light glows
steadily. Within 30 seconds of closing all the doors,
the light goes out. This indicates that the alarm
system is armed.
SeeAnti-Theft Systemin theControls and Features
chapter for more information.The Instrument ClusterIn addition to warning lights, the instrument cluster
has a message center/odometer, a speedometer,
tachometer, fuel and coolant temperature gauges.
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RIDE/STEERPressing this button once will allow you to adjust
your RIDE CONTROL settings, between NORMAL,
PLUSH and FIRM. The settings are changed by
pressing the SELECT button while RIDE CONTROL
is displayed.
Pressing the RIDE/STEER button a second time will
allow you to adjust the STEERING EFFORT settings
between NORMAL, LOW, and HIGH. The settings
are changed by pressing the SELECT button while
STEERING EFFORT is displayed.
NOTE:The combination of FIRM RIDE CONTROL
and LOW STEERING EFFORT is undesirable and
cannot be selected.
MENUPressing this button will allow you to change
various convenience settings throughout the vehicle.
The settings for each feature are changed by
pressing the SELECT button.
Pressing the MENU button once will allow you to
enable or disable the EXPRESS WINDOW feature.
This feature allows one tap down operation on the
driver's window using the window switch on the
driver's door armrest.
Pressing MENU again will allow you to enable or
disable the AUTO DOOR LOCK feature. This
feature automatically locks all doors when the driver
shifts out of PARK, all doors are closed, the driver's
seat is occupied, and the vehicle is traveling over
three mph (5 km/h).
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24Pressing MENU again will allow you to enable or
disable the HORN CHIRP feature. When HORN
CHIRP is ON the horn will briefly sound when the
Remote Entry Key Fob LOCK button is pressed.
This verifies the doors have been locked and the
ANTI-THEFT system has been armed (if equipped).
Pressing MENU again will allow you to enable or
disable the SEAT ACCESS feature. When ON, the
driver's seat will move back 2 inches (5 cm) or to
end of seat travel when the vehicle is turned off
and the ignition key is removed. Upon the driver
entering the vehicle and closing the door, the seat
will move forward to its previous position.Pressing MENU again will allow you to enable or
disable the REVERSE MIRRORS feature. When ON,
the outside rearview mirrors tilt down when the
gearshift is placed in R (Reverse). This provides for
an improved view of the side of the vehicle and
curb area when backing up. When you shift out of
REVERSE the mirrors return to their previous
positions.
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Luxury Audio SystemUsing the Controls on Your New RadioHow to turn the radio on and offPress the ªVOL/PUSH ONº knob to turn the radio
on. Press again to turn it off.How to adjust the volumeTurn the ªVOL/PUSH ONº knob clockwise to
increase the volume and counter-clockwise to
decrease the volume.
NOTE:If the volume is set above a certain level
when the ignition is turned off, the volume level
will reset to a ªnominalº listening level when the
ignition switch is turned back on. However, if the
radio is turned off with the ªVOL/PUSH ONº knob,
the volume will not reset and will stay at the same
level when the radio is turned back on.
Selecting the AM or FM frequency bandPush the ªAMº or ªFM1/FM2º button to select the
desired frequency band. Pushing the ªFM1/FM2º
button more than once will alternate between FM1
and FM2. These functions are used with the
memory preset buttons described underHow to
tune radio stations.How to tune radio stationsThere are four ways for you to tune in a particular
station. You can use the ªTUNEº, ªSEEKº, ªSCANº
or memory buttons.q
Using the ªTUNEº function
You can change the frequency up or down one
increment at a time by pressing and releasing
either the left (
b) or right (
a) side of the
ªTUNEº or ªTUNE DISCSº button. To change
frequencies quickly, press and hold down either
the right or left side of the button.
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30Adjusting the tone balance of your radioq
Increasing or decreasing bass and treble
response
Push the ªBASS/TREBº popout knob to gain
access to the bass and treble controls. Bass
control allows you to adjust the lower, bass
frequencies to your preference. The outer ring
of the ªBASS/TREBº knob adjusts the bass (turn
clockwise to increase bass; counterclockwise to
decrease bass).
Treble control allows you to adjust the higher,
treble frequencies of your radio to your
preference. The inner ring of the ªBASS/TREBº
knob adjusts the treble (turn clockwise to
increase treble; counterclockwise to decrease
treble).
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Adjusting speaker balance and speaker fader
Push the ªBAL/FADEº popout knob to gain
access to the speaker balance and fader controls.
Balance control allows you to adjust the sound
distribution between the right and left speakers.
The outer ring of ªBAL/FADEº knob adjusts the
speaker balance control. (Turn clockwise to shift
the sound to the right speakers, and turn
counterclockwise to shift the sound to the left
speakers.)
Fade control allows you to adjust the sound
distribution between the front and rear speakers.
The inner ring of the ªBAL/FADEº knob adjusts
the speaker fader. (Turn clockwise to shift the
sound to the rear speakers, and turn
counterclockwise to shift the sound to the front
speakers.)
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54NOTE:The outside temperature reading is most
accurate when the vehicle is moving. Higher
readings may be obtained when the vehicle is not
moving. The readings that you get may not agree
with temperatures given on the radio due to
differences in vehicle and station locations.Operating tipsThe following tips will help you to get the most
satisfaction from your Electronic Automatic
Temperature Control system.q
In humid weather, select DEFVbefore
starting your engine. This will help to prevent
windshield fogging. After a few minutes of
operation, switch to AUTOMATIC or an
override selection of your choice.
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To prevent humidity buildup inside your
vehicle, always drive with the EATC System
turned on.
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Do not put objects under the front seats that
interfere with the flow of air to the back seat
area.
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Remove any snow, ice, or leaves from the air
intake area of your EATC System which could
block the air intake. The intake area is located
at the bottom of the windshield, under the
hood at the passenger side rear corner.
ServiceIf your EATC is not operating as described here,
take it to your dealer to have it checked. System
diagnostics are built in which will allow your dealer
to readily identify problems that might occur.Passenger Compartment Air FilterYour vehicle has an air filter that removes pollen
and road dust from outside air before it is directed
to the interior of the vehicle. For maintenance of
this filter, see theMaintenance and Carechapter.
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Turning On the Exterior LightsTo turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, side
markers, license plate lamps and tail lamps, use the
rotary control that is to the left of the steering
wheel.
The knob for the exterior lights
To turn on the parking lamps, tail lamps, side
markers, and license plate lamps, turn the knob
clockwise to the first position.
For more information about how the high beams
work, see the high beam section later in this
chapter.Setting the Autolamp On/Off Delay
SystemBy using the autolamp, you can set the headlamps
to:q
turn on the lamps automatically at night
q
turn off the lamps automatically during daylight
q
keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after
you turn the key to OFF.
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60ClockThe digital clock1. To set the hour, press and hold the hour
button. When the desired hour appears, release
the button.
2. To set the minutes, press and hold the minute
button. When the desired minute appears,
release the button.
Road Calibrated SuspensionYour Continental is equipped with a ride control
system that is designed to read disturbances in the
road surface every six inches at 60 mph
(100 km/h) to provide you with optimal driving
response.
Ride control allows you to chose both a ride feel
and steering effort that best fits your personal
driving style. These options may be selected by
using the RIDE/STEER Message Center button.
Pressing this button once will allow you to adjust
your RIDE CONTROL settings, between NORMAL,
PLUSH and FIRM. The settings are changed by
pressing the SELECT button while RIDE CONTROL
is displayed.
Pressing the RIDE/STEER button a second time will
allow you to adjust the STEERING EFFORT settings
between NORMAL, LOW, and HIGH. The settings
are changed by pressing the SELECT button while
STEERING EFFORT is displayed.
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62NOTE:The combination of FIRM RIDE CONTROL
and LOW STEERING EFFORT is undesirable and
cannot be selected.IgnitionUnderstanding the Positions of the
IgnitionThe positions of the key in the ignitionACC allows some of your vehicle's electrical
accessories such as the radio and the windshield
wipers to operate while the engine is not running.NOTE:Your vehicle is also equipped with an
accessory timer. This allows some of your
accessories to remain on for up to 10 minutes after
the ignition is turned to the OFF position. The
accessory timer is cancelled if any door is opened,
the dimmer switch is used, or the ignition is turned
to the ON position.
The automatic transaxle gearshift must be in P
(Park) to move the key to the LOCK position.
LOCK locks the steering wheel. It also locks the
gearshift lever.
LOCK is the only position that allows you to
remove the key. The LOCK feature helps to protect
your vehicle from theft.
OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all
accessories without locking the steering wheel, or
the gearshift lever.
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