radio antenna Mercury Villager 1996 Owner's Manuals

Instrument Panel Controls
121
[IP16600(ALL)01/93]
You can turn the map lamps on and off by pressing the
switches next to the lamps.
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[IP16700(ALL)05/95]
Radio
[IP16800(ALL)04/94]
For information about the radio in your vehicle, refer to the
Electronic Sound Systemschapter in this owner guide.
[IP16901(ALL)09/93]
Clock Controls on Electronic Radios
[IP17000(ALL)04/94]
The electronic radios have a built-in clock. For complete
operating instructions, refer to theElectronic Sound Systems
chapter in this owner guide.
*
[IP17300(ALL)05/92]
Radio Antenna
*
[IP17400(ALL)07/93]
The fixed radio antenna is mounted on the front fender on the
passenger's side of the vehicle.
*
[IP17500(ALL)04/95]
Power Antenna (If equipped)
[IP17600(ALL)09/93]
The power antenna is located on the front fender on the
passenger's side of the vehicle. It will automatically raise when
the radio is turned on and lower when the radio is turned off.
*
[IP17700(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: The radio must be turned off so that the antenna will
retract prior to entering a car wash. Failure to retract
the antenna could result in damage to the antenna,
antenna base, or vehicle.
[IP17750(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens
*
[IP17760(ALL)04/95]
Clean the instrument panel lens with a soft cloth and a glass
cleaner, such as Ford Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, or
equivalent. Do not use paper towel or any abrasive cleaner to
clean the lens as these may cause scratches.
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[AS00875(ALL)03/93]
Radio Controls
[AS00900(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: The antenna will be in the up position when the
radio is playing and in the down position when the
radio is off or if a cassette or CD (if equipped with
CD changer) is playing.
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[AS01500(ALL)06/95]
How to turn the radio on and off
[AS01600(ALL)06/95]
Press the VOL-PUSH ON knob or the ªAM/FMº button to turn
on the radio. Press the ªVOL-PUSH ONº knob again to turn it
off.
*
[AS01625(ALL)06/95]
How to adjust the volume
[AS01650(ALL)06/95]
Turn the ªVOL-PUSH ONº knob to increase/decrease volume.
Bars illuminate in the display to show the relative volume level.
*
[AS01675(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: If the volume level is set above a certain listening
level when the ignition switch is turned off, when the
ignition switch is turned back on, the volume will
come back to a ªnominalº listening level. However, if
the radio power is turned off, the volume will remain
in the position it was set at when radio power is
switched back on.
*
[AS01700(ALL)06/95]
Selecting the AM or FM frequency band
[AS01800(ALL)06/95]
Push the ªAM/FMº button to select the desired frequency band.
When in the radio mode, pushing the button more than once
will alternate between AM, FM1 and FM2. These functions are
used with the station memory buttons described underHow to
tune radio stations.
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[AS01900(ALL)05/95]
How to tune radio stations
[AS02000(ALL)06/95]
There are four ways for you to tune in to a particular station on
the radio. You can manually locate the station by using the
ªTUNEº function, ªSEEKº to the station, ªSCANº to the station
or select the station by using the memory buttons, which you
can set to any desired frequency.
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[AS10000(ALL)03/93]
Cassette Tape Player Controls
*
[AS10300(ALL)06/95]
How to insert a tape
[AS10400(ALL)06/95]
Your cassette tape player is equipped with power loading. Once
you insert a tape and push slightly (with theopen edge to the
right), the loading mechanism draws the tape the rest of the
way in and play will begin after a momentary tape tightening
process.
[AS10500(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: A cassette tape can be loaded with the ignition on
whether or not the radio power is on. Inserting a
cassette tape with the radio power off will turn the
audio system on. After the cassette is ejected, the
audio system will turn off. Also, the antenna will be
in the down position whenever the radio is not
playing (i.e., when a cassette or compact disc is
playing or when the radio power is off).
[AS10600(ALL)03/93]
How to locate a desired selection on the tape
[AS10700(ALL)05/94]
There are four ways to locate a desired selection on the tape.
You can use the fast forward, rewind, ªSEEKº or ªSCANº
function. Following are brief descriptions of each.
[AS10800(ALL)05/94]1.
Fast forwarding the tape
[AS10900(ALL)06/95]
To fast forward the tape, press the ªFFº button. The ª
Xº
display blinks while the tape fast forwards. The radio will
automatically begin playing until fast forward is manually
stopped (by pressing ªFFº button) or the end of the tape is
reached. (At the end of the tape, the direction automatically
reverses and plays the other side of the tape.)
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[AS29800(ALL)06/95]
Ford CD Changer (If equipped)
[AS29825(ALL)06/95]
17-1/2 pica
art:0040306-A
Ford CD Player
[AS29860(ALL)07/95]
The Ford Compact Disc Changer operates when the CD
compatible or Supersound Audio System is on and a magazine
with disc(s) is inserted. Handle the discs by their edges only. Be
sure to read and follow all of the care and cleaning instructions
underHow to Take Care of and Clean Your CD Changer and Discs.
[AS29870(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: A CD magazine can be loaded with the ignition on
whether or not the radio power is on. Inserting a CD
magazine with the radio power off will turn the audio
system on. After the CD magazine is ejected, the
audio system will turn off. Also, the antenna will be
in the down position whenever the radio is not
playing (i.e., when a cassette or compact disc is
playing or when the radio power is off).
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Electronic Sound Systems
227
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[AS35900(ALL)01/95]
If there is a building or large structure between the antenna and
station, some of the signal ªbendsº around the building, but
certain spots receive almost no signal. Moving out of the
ªshadowº of the structure will allow the station to return to
normal.
[AS36000(ALL)05/95]
This condition exists when the radio waves are reflected off
objects or structures; the reflected signal cancels the normal
signal, causing the antenna to pick up noise and distortion.
Cancellation effects are most prominent in metropolitan areas,
but also can becomes quite severe in hilly terrain and depressed
roadways.
[AS36100(ALL)03/93]
To minimize the effects of these conditions, a stereo/mono
blend circuit has been incorporated into this system. This feature
automatically switches a weak stereo signal to a clearer
monaural signal, which improves the quality of reception.
*
[AS36200(ALL)01/95]
Several sources of static are normal conditions on AM
frequencies. These can be caused by power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms.
*
[AS36300(ALL)01/95]
Another reception phenomenon isStrong Signal Capture and
Overload. This can occur when listening to a weak station and
when passing another broadcast tower. The close station may
capture the more distant station, although the displayed
frequency does not change. While passing the tower, the station
may switch back and forth a few times before returning to the
original station.
*
[AS36400(ALL)01/95]
When several broadcast towers are present (common in
metropolitan areas) several stations may overload the receiver,
resulting in considerable station changing, mixing and
distortion.
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[AS36500(ALL)01/95]
Automatic gain control circuitry for both AM and FM bands has
been incorporated into this system to reduce strong signal
capture and overload.
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Index
385
A
ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system)...... 70
Accessory position on the ignition............. 57
Additives, engine oil.................. 310
Air bag supplemental restraint system
and child safety seats............... 25,32
description.................... 23,26
driver air bag................... 23,26
indicator light..................... 71
operation....................... 26
passenger air bag................... 26
proper seating.................... 24
service and information labels............. 26
tone generator.................... 30
wearing safety belts.................. 24
Air cleaner filter, location............... 300
Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system). . . 121, 205, 226
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)............. 314
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description..................... 234
noise........................ 235
see also Brake.................... 234
warning light..................... 70
Anti-theft lug nuts and key............... 267
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board)......... 278
Assistance (see Customer assistance)........... 275
Audio system (see Electronic sound system)....... 205
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E
Electrical system
circuit breakers................... 346
fuses......................337±338
relays....................... 347
Electronic sound system
antenna...................... 121
radio reception................... 226
tuning the radio.................. 210
warranty and service information........... 228
Emergencies, roadside
assistance..................... 275
battery acid spills................255, 331
fuel........................ 307
towing....................... 273
Emergency brake (parking brake)............ 237
Emission control system
catalytic converter.................. 362
emissions warranty................. 362
Engine
check engine warning light.............. 72
does not start................... 61,63
fuel injected engine, starting.............. 59
fuel pump shut-off switch............... 63
preparing to start................... 59
service points.................... 300
starting....................... 60
starting after a collision............... 273
storing your vehicle................. 369
Engine block heater................... 62
Engine coolant.................... 314
checking and adding................ 314
disposal...................... 296
drain and flush................... 318
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