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Rear Window Defroster and Heated Side View
Mirrors (If equipped)
[IP03551(ALL)02/95]
The defroster for the rear window clears frost, fog, or thin ice
from both the inside and outside of the rear window and
activates the heated side view mirrors.
[IP03600(ALL)01/95]
The button for the rear window defroster and heated side view
mirrors is on the instrument panel, to the right of the steering
wheel.
[IP03700(ALL)02/94]
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The rear window defroster and heated side view mirrors
[IP03900(ALL)05/95]
Clear away any snow that is on the rear window and side view
mirrors before using the defroster. With the engine running,
push the defroster button.
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[IP04000(ALL)04/95]
After approximately 10 minutes, the defroster will turn off. If
the window or mirrors are still not clear, turn the defroster on
again.
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[IP04100(ALL)04/95]
The defroster will turn off when the ignition key is turned to
the OFF or START position.
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[IP23000(ALL)03/94]
NOTE: Never use sharp instruments or window cleaners with
abrasives to clean the inside of your rear window. If
you do, you may damage the heating elements that
are bonded to the inside of the rear window and
cause damage to the rear window defroster.
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Features
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[FV14000(ALL)01/95]
Mirrors
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[FV14600(ALL)01/93]
Side View Mirrors
[FV14700(ALL)04/94]
The standard side view mirrors are manually adjusted by using
the remote knobs. The knob on each door adjusts the mirror on
that side of the vehicle. Move the control knob in the direction
you want to move the mirror.
[FV14800(ALL)02/94]
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The left side mirror control (right side similar)
[FV14850(ALL)05/94]
Dual electric remote control mirrors (if equipped)
[FV14900(ALL)05/94]
The control for adjusting the electric side view mirrors is on the
instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel.
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[FV15100(ALL)02/94]
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Electric remote control mirror knob
[FV15160(ALL)05/94]
Turn the knob back to the middle position to keep the mirror in
place.
[FV15170(ALL)02/94]
The side view mirror on the right is a convex mirror. This
mirror gives you a wider view of the lanes on your right and
behind you.
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[FV15180(ALL)05/95]
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The side view mirror on the right makes objects appear
smaller and farther away than they actually are.
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[FV15200(ALL)01/95]
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
[FV15300(ALL)02/94]
Heated mirror feature (If equipped)
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[FV15400(ALL)03/95]
Both mirrors are heated whenever the Electric Rear Window
Defroster is turned on. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with
a scraper or you could damage them. If the outside mirror glass
is frozen in place, do not attempt to readjust or move the
mirror glass or damage may result.
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Features
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[FV15500(ALL)05/95]
Sun Visors
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[FV15600(ALL)04/95]
Illuminated Visor Mirror (If equipped)
[FV15700(ALL)05/94]
Your vehicle may have lighted mirrors on the sun visors. The
mirror is lit by sliding open the mirror cover.
[FV15800(ALL)11/93]
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The visor mirror
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Servicing Your Mystique
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Heavy loads
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Aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or luggage racks, bug
deflectors, etc.
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[SV13510(ALL)02/95]
Self-Service Pointers
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[SV13520(ALL)01/95]
If you choose to do your own fueling, you should also perform
a few simple maintenance routines. This extra effort will save
you additional money and contribute to the driving efficiency of
your vehicle.
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[SV13530(ALL)01/95]
The following procedures require only a tire gauge, a rag, an oil
can spout and windshield washer fluid.
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[SV13540(ALL)01/95]
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Check the engine oil at every refueling stop
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[SV13550(ALL)01/95]
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Clean the windshield, outside mirrors and headlights
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[SV13560(ALL)01/95]
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Check windshield washer fluid
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[SV13570(ALL)02/95]
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Check tires for excessive wear or worn edges
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[SV13580(ALL)01/95]
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Check the tire pressure at least monthly
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[SV13600(ALL)03/95]
Engine Oil Recommendations
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[SV13610(ALL)05/95]
We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil
meeting Ford Specification ESE-M2C153-E and displaying the
American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the
front of the container.
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276 Cleaning your vehicle (continued)
exterior lamps.................... 76
fabric....................... 104
headlamps...................... 76
instrument panel................... 67
mirrors....................... 106
plastic parts..................... 6
polishing....................... 5
rear windows..................... 74
rustproofing..................... 6
safety belts...................... 16
tail lamps...................... 76
upholstery and interior trim............. 104
washing....................... 5
wheels....................... 229
windows....................... 74
Clutch
operation while driving............... 143
shifting the gears.................. 143
specifications.................... 254
Cold engine starting................... 46
Combination lap and shoulder belts............ 9
Compact disc player (see Electronic sound system).... 114
Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound system).... 114
Console, description.................. 108
Controls
instrument panel................... 67
mirrors....................... 105
steering column.................... 81
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding................ 214
preparing for storage................ 256
refill capacities................... 252
specifications.................... 254
temperature gauge.................. 63
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Cooling fan...................... 196
Crankcase emission filter................ 253
Cruise control (see Speed control)............. 86
Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada....... 182
D
Dashboard (see Instrument panel)............. 67
Daytime running light system.............. 77
Defects, reporting................... 181
Defrost, rear window and side view mirrors........ 74
Dipstick
automatic transaxle fluid............... 230
engine oil..................... 211
power steering fluid................. 234
Disabled vehicle (see Towing).............. 171
Dispute Settlement Board................ 178
Doors......................... 91
lubricant specifications................ 254
Driving under special conditions
bad weather.................... 151
heavy load..................... 153
high water..................... 153
slippery roads................... 151
tips for safe driving................. 151
towing a trailer................... 155
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Electrical system
circuit breakers................... 243
fuses......................235, 242
relays....................... 235
Electronic sound system
radio reception................... 134
tuning the radio.................115, 129
warranty and service information........... 135
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284 Lug nuts
anti-theft...................... 169
standard...................... 167
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Maintenance (see Servicing).............. 195
Manual transaxle
backing up (reverse)................. 144
clutch....................... 143
shifting gears.................... 143
Map pockets..................... 109
Master cylinder, brakes................ 232
Mileage, calculating fuel economy............ 207
Mirrors
side view mirrors (manual)............. 105
Moon roof....................... 97
Motorcraft parts.................... 253
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration..... 181
New vehicle break-in.................. 4
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Odometer
trip odometer..................... 64
Oil filter....................... 253
Oil (see Engine oil).................. 209
Oil viscosity..................... 209
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system.......... 250
Overseas offices.................... 184
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Panic alarm feature, remote entry system......... 94
Parking brake
operation...................... 150
warning light..................... 56
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)............... 253
PCV valve, specifications................ 253
Power door locks.................... 92
Power features
door locks...................... 92
mirrors....................... 105
moon roof...................... 97
seats........................ 102
windows....................... 96
Power steering
dipstick...................... 234
driving with power steering............. 147
fluid, checking and adding.............. 234
fluid, refill capacity................. 252
fluid, specifications................. 254
servicing...................... 147
Prop rod, hood.................... 198
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Radio (see Electronic sound systems).......... 113
Rear axle, refill capacity................ 252
Rear window...................... 96
Refill capacities for fluids................ 252
Remote entry system
locking/unlocking doors................ 93
opening the trunk................... 93
panic alarm...................... 94
replacement/additional transmitters........... 95
replacing the batteries................. 94
Reporting safety defects................ 181
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Seat belts (see Safety restraints).............. 7
Seats
adjusting the seat, manual.............. 100
adjusting the seats, power.............. 102
child safety seats................... 25
head restraints.................... 99
Serial number (VIN)................177, 182
Service concerns.................... 176
Servicing your vehicle
precautions when servicing.............. 196
servicing when you tow............... 171
Shift-lock system................... 138
Shift positions (see Gearshift).............. 143
Shoulder and lap belts (see Safety restraints)........ 9
Shoulder belts (see Safety restraints)...........9,12
Side mirrors, adjusting................. 105
Sliding moon roof (see Moon roof)............ 97
Snow tires and chains................. 228
Spare tire
changing the tire.................. 164
finding the spare.................. 165
removing the spare tire............... 165
temporary spare................... 164
Spark plugs, specifications............... 253
Special driving conditions............... 151
Specification chart, lubricants.............. 254
Speed control
accelerating...................... 88
canceling a set speed................. 89
resetting....................... 88
resuming a set speed................. 89
tap up/tap down................... 88
turning off...................... 89
when towing a trailer................ 158
Speedometer...................... 64
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle............. 44
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